New March 2 Success Website offered by the U.S. ARMY
March 2 Success, an on-line test preparation, self-paced course, can improve your performance on standardized tests by improving your math, science, and English skills. Visit: www.march2success.com
Interested in voluntary community service projects? See Ms. Hall for ways to help out! Also visit http://www.volunteerhsv.org.
THEATER HUNTSVILLE
Ushers are needed for Theater Huntsville's production of Christmas Belles this November. If interested see Ms. Hall or contact the Youth Volunteer Corps of Huntsville.
EARLY WORKS
Early Works is looking for Saturday volunteers interested in History, education, and just having fun! It's a great opportunity to reach out and help the Huntsville Community! See Ms. Hall for details.
BURRITT ON THE MOUNTAIN
If you are interested in volunteering at Burritt on the Mountain, please see Ms. Hall to fill out their volunteer interest form.
HEARTLITE HOSPICE
Volunteer with Heartlite Hospice Care and have a Loving and Spiritual experience. You'll provide Compassion and Dignity to our patients during the final phases of their lives. There is a lot you can offer...Sing a song, play an instrument, read the bible, play a game of cards, hold a hand and sit and talk.
SOUTHERNCARE HOSPICE
Hi! I'm Monica Smiley, volunteer coordinator with Southerncare Hospice and I am in search of volunteers to work in our office hospice program. Being a Southerncare Hospice volunteer can be one of the most rewarding experiences that you will ever have. There are a few things in life where you give so little and receive so much in return. Right now we are recruiting volunteers for patient support (visiting, reading, making phone calls, planning parties, etc.) family member support (help with shopping, transportation to and from dr's office, yard work, respite relief) and office support (clerical). See Ms. Hall if you would like to help out!
Announcements
CAREER EXPLORATION WEBSITE GHS students have access to an excellent college and career exploration website. Feel free to access it using the following information:
Career Cruising is no longer available. Stay tuned for information regarding a new career exploration program coming soon.
Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors interested in a Journalism Workshop at Auburn University
The AU Dept. of Communication and Journalism announces a free summer workshop June 20-25, 2010 for selected students. This is an excllent opportunity for students interested in journalism and communication. For more info. see Ms. Hall to see if you are eligible.
TROY UNIVERSITY If you plan to attend Troy University and are interested in scholarships, see Ms. Hall in the Guidance Office. Deadline: 3/31/10
JUNIORS College Prep Scholarrships for Summer School Programs at Emory, Harvard, Notre Dame and more. See Ms. Hall for details.
UNDERSTANDING COMPETITIVE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS Program for juniors, sophomores, and their parents, is set for Tuesday, March 30 at 6:30 pm in the AV Room. Mrs. Kathie Gillies, retired Grissom postsecondary counselor, will discuss the college search, financial aid, scholarships, testing and the application process. The program focuses on the admissions process at out-of-state selective colleges and special academic programs at in-state universities. However, all families can benefit from the general college information covered. Juniors need to have completed their search by the time they return to school in the fall as seniors. Sophomores should begin researching colleges and defining their goals now.
CHALLENGE LEADERSHIP HUNTSVILLE/MADISON COUNTY A preview community youth leadership training for outstanding students in our community. The 2010 program will be July 26-July 30. This is an excellent leadership opportunity for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors. See Ms. Hall for application.
EXPLORE YOUR FUTURE (EYF) PROGRAM Hosted by Rochester Institute of Tech. 6 day summer camp for sophomores and juniors with hearing loss. For more info: www.rit.edu/NTID/EYFHS
SOCIETY OF MILITARY ENGINEERS (SAME) is accepting nominations for qualified students (current sophomores and juniors) interested in attending the SAME/Army Engineering Construction Camp, June 13-19, 2010 in Vicksburg, MS. For more informaiton see Ms. Hall. Deadline: March 19.
US ARMY AVIATION AND MISSILE LIFE-CYCLE MANAGEMENT COMMAND RSO
Adventures in Aviation and Missile Program 8-12 grade students are eligible. For more info contact: gvalrie@tmtgroupinc.com or Ms. Hall in guidance office.
CALHOUN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Calhoun Community College will hold a Child Development Career Fair on Tuesday, April 13, 2010, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Student Activities Center on the Huntsville campus located at 102-B Wynn Drive. Any student interested in the field of early care and education will meet our staff from Admissions, Financial Aid, and Advising.
2010 ALEXANDER HAMILTON CITIZENSHIP ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Purpose: to Identify young Americans who demonstrate leadership ability, academic excellence, a passion for public service and financial need. $500 scholarship www.hamiltonfriends.org or see Ms. Hall for more info.
NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM
on Medicine 9th - 12th grades. See Ms. Hall for more information.
SCA (Student Conservation Association)
National Conservation Crew
To learn more about high school crews and college-age expense paid internships visit thesca.org
SENIORS! If you are planning to attend Auburn University next year and have a GPA of 3.5 and an ACT score of at least 24, see Ms. Hall for possible scholarship opportunities.
U.S. ARMY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OUTREACH PROGRAM The U.S. Army Research and Development Engineering Center, Army Educational Outreach Program has the following educational outreach opportunities avaliable to students:
HONORS CONVOCATION 2010 sponsored by the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Students in grades 9-12 who have earned all A's and B's in all subjects during the first semester of this school year may apply to attend the Honors Convocation 2010 sponsored by the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. See Ms. Hall in the Guidance Office for more information or visit the website at www.dsthuntsville.org.
CAREER QUEST Career Quest is an ongoing event focusing on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) careers identified as "high-growth" in the Tennessee Valley. Designed for middle school, high school, and college students who have not yet made a career decision. Parents and educators are welcome and encouraged to attend. Hear and meet career professionals and local 2 & 4 year college reps who will tell students about local educational opportunities that will help them reach their career goals. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Call 837-0606 to submit your reservation today! Visit the Career Quest link at www.sci-quest.org.
CLEP College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) helps students earn college credit for what they already know. Students can earn up to 12 college credits toward a college degree. The Office of Instructional & Testing Services on the UAHuntsville campus is a certified CLEP testing center. CLEP testing is conducted in our office twice a week, year-round. For more information on our location, fees, and schedule, please visit our website at www.uah.edu/testing or call us at 256-824-6725.
NATIONAL SCHOLAR/ATHLETE AWARD The Army Reserve annually presents the National Scholar/Athlete Award to selected students at more than 12,000 schools. The awards include a certificate signed by the Chief of the Army Reserve and a bronze Olympic-style medallion. Scholar/Athletes are selected by their own high school administrators. See Ms. Hall if you are interested.
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HARVARD UNIVERSITY If your family is earning less than $60,000 a year with an honor student graduating from high school, Harvard University wants to pay your tuition! See Ms. Hall for details.
