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GSA – Governor’s School for the Arts
GSA provides a hands-on-arts opportunity for the state’s talented high school students who are dancers, actors, instrumental and vocal musicians, creative writers, future architects or visual artists. GSA’s primary component includes a three week summer residential program, regional arts workshops and master classes, college and career day and an artistic roster of performing and visual artists made up of GSA Alumni. This program is open to students in the summer of their sophomore or junior year. For more information visit: www.kentuckygsa.org
GSP - Governor’s Scholars Program
The Governor’s Scholars Program is a stimulating, five-week, residential summer program for outstanding Kentucky students completing their junior year in high school. Established in 1983, the program provides academic and personal growth through the balance of a strong liberal arts program with a full co-curricular and residential life experience. Students must complete an application and compete with others from across the state. Those selected attend the program free of charge. Students that are in their junior year of high school are encouraged to apply through their guidance counselor's office. The application process usually begins in late fall of a student’s junior year. For more information check the following website: www.gsp.ky.gov --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Academic Opportunities
The Centre Fellows Scholarship Program The Centre Fellows Scholarship Program is an innovative approach to recognizing and rewarding some of the nation's brightest, most involved young people. This scholarship program is made possible by gifts from Centre alumni who want to enable outstanding students to attend the College. Centre Fellows is simply a scholarship program—there is no event on campus related to it, nor is there any cost. It's just our way of attracting the interest of talented juniors throughout the country. When a student is nominated by the high school counselor and chooses to become a Centre Fellow, he or she is guaranteed a minimum scholarship level of $12,500 per year. Students must be nominated by the high school counselor, not parent, etc. A Centre Fellow can certainly win a higher scholarship, but at least he or she will get $12,500. It's really a good deal that requires no commitment on the student's part! Requirements for nomination are: · Top 5% of junior class · Taking a strong college preparatory curriculum · Have an SAT verbal and math score of 1250 (PSAT 125) or better or an ACT score of 28 (PLAN 26) or better · Actively participate in school, community or church activities · NOTE: Each high school can only nominate 2 young men and 2 young women. See your counselor by April 15th if you want to be considered for nomination. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact your counselor or visit: www.centre.edu WKU Gatton Math and Science Academy Each year the Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky selects 60 Kentucky students who apply during their sophomore year and are awarded admission based on standardized test scores, grades, responses to essay questions, recommendations, and personal interviews. Instead of spending their junior and senior years in traditional high schools, students enroll in the Gatton Academy and live in a uniquely dedicated Gatton Academy residence hall, and take courses offered by WKU. Their classmates are fellow Gatton Academy students and WKU undergraduate students. At the end of two years, Gatton Academy students will have earned at least 60 college credit hours in addition to completing high school. Academy graduates may choose to stay at WKU or transfer to other universities to complete their bachelor’s degrees. Visit online: http://www.wku.edu/academy/
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MISC. Academic Items:
Commonwealth Diploma In 1987, the Kentucky Board of Education established the Commonwealth Diploma Program to encourage Kentucky’s high school students to take demanding and rigorous courses that would prepare them for college. Since then, over 9000 Kentucky students have been awarded the Commonwealth Diploma. To view the requirements go to:
PSAT The Practice SAT is available for students grades 9-11. The test is in October each year. At this time, all 9th grade students enrolled in Oldham County schools will be given the PSAT automatically. Students in grades 10 & 11 must sign up and pay for the test at their respective school. It is good practice for 10th graders. 11th grade is the year students can use their PSAT score to compete in the National Merit Scholarship Program. For more info go to: www.collegeboard.com
ACT At this time, all 11th grade students will automatically take the ACT in March as part of the state accountability testing. All other students must register for the ACT on their own. Students of any grade may take the ACT. To sign up for the ACT go to:www.actstudent.org
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Various Summer Programs Murray State University Commonwealth Honors Academy (CHA)
The Commonwealth Honors Academy (CHA) is an exciting, challenging three-week academic, social and personal growth program for outstanding high school students who have completed their junior year. Students will be selected from the Commonwealth and surrounding region. Upon completion of the Academy, students will:
The Academy differs from the traditional high school in its approach to learning and in the creation of a living-learning community. CHA offers students a chance to know and make friends with other enthusiastic, energetic students with high intellectual capacities. The interaction of students with different backgrounds is one of the most valuable aspects of the academy. Visit online: http://www.murraystate.edu/CHA/introduction.htm#mission Rivers Institute at Hanover College The Rivers Institute at Hanover College uses river environments to educate current and future students and the general public about environmental issues through the natural and social sciences, the arts, and the humanities. Available for students in grades 10-12. Visit online: www.rivers.hanover.edu University of Louisville Pre-College Summer Workshop The PEPP Pre-college Summer Workshop is a residential summer academic enrichment and career exploration program for graduating high school seniors interested in medicine or dentistry. Applicants must be Kentucky residents and preference is given to applicants from designated medically underserved areas and students from ethnic or racial groups underrepresented in medicine or dentistry. Students are exposed to the health sciences and the undergraduate campus community. The program offers academic enrichment in college freshmen level math and science courses, personal and professional development seminars, clinical observations with physicians and dentists, hands on clinical experiences, and a preview of college life! Participants will acquire the tools necessary to transition from high school to college and to confirm their commitment to pursue medicine or dentistry. Visit online: http://louisville.edu/medschool/diversity/pre-college University of Kentucky
• Date: The UK BEST program is scheduled for June 7-12, 2009 • Location: University of Kentucky campus. Students reside in UK dorm. Who can apply: Academically talented students who will complete the 10th grade in spring 2009 and are interested in contributing to the diversity of the educational experience in the UK College of Engineering.Indiana University Young Women's Institute
The IU Kelley School of Business offers a 5-Day summer program for young women. If selected, there will be no cost to the participant. Two sessions in July. March 30, 2009 is the deadline to apply. For more info:
Louisville Bar Association-Summer Law Institute
Kenyon University
Kenyon Review Young Writers Young Writers is an intensive two-week workshop held at Kenyon University in Gambier, Ohio, for intellectually curious, motivated high-school students who value writing. The goal is to help students develop their creative and critical abilities with language—to become better, more productive writers and more insightful thinkers. For more than eighteen years, Young Writers has provided a lively, supportive environment where students can stretch their talents, discover new strengths, and challenge themselves in the company of peers who share their interests.
This writing workshop is opened to high school students, ages 16 – 18. For more information, visit:
Clemson University Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Enrichment Program: For the past 28 years, Clemson University has offered a summer enrichment program for gifted middle and high school students. In addition to challenging courses, they provide opportunities for fun, friendship and a Clemson experience. This year’s program has even more to offer with new classes for all students.
Lott Summer Leadership Institute · Affiliated with the University of Mississippi · Student must be nominated by their high school during their junior year · Student must have a 25 ACT and 3.2 GPA · Nominations must be received by December of student’s junior year · Visit online: http://www.lottinst.olemiss.edu/Outreach/Summer_Inst.html
Cornell University Would you like to have an unforgettable, life-changing summer that allows you to earn up to six college credits? If so, check out Cornell University’s Summer College Programs for High School Students. For more information go online to: Carnegie Mellon Are you going to be a junior or senior in high school? If so, consider spending June 27 to August 7, 2009 in one of seven distinct Pre-College programs. You can either explore architecture, art, design, drama, music or the National High School Game Academy to prepare yourself for study at the college level. Through our Advanced Placement/Early Action program, you can take two challenging college courses in order to gain advanced placement and get a head start in college. Visit online:
Washington University in St. Louis Are you interested in earning college credit while still in high school? If so, check out this Summer Scholars Program. Check below to see if you are eligible for this program.
For more information and application materials visit:
American University in Washington, D.C. The Washington Summer Scholars conference invites select high school students to challenge themselves by taking a college-level, 3-credit course at American University in Washington, D.C. It’s an exciting way to prepare for college life, with rigorous and rewarding courses of study designed to help students excel inside and outside the classroom. Students can complete their course of study in U.S. Politics, Criminal Justice & Forensics, U.S. Foreign Policy or Journalism & Media. For more information, visit the following website: University of Dayton School of Engineering You've heard about engineering, but what is it, really? What do engineers do? What's it like on the job? And is engineering for you? Find out what engineering's all about at the Women in Engineering Summer Camp at the University of Dayton in Ohio, July 12-17, 2009. You'll get to –
If you've been dreaming about your future and wondering whether engineering's for you, now's the time to try it out. If you are a high school sophomore, junior or senior, apply today to the Women in Engineering Summer Camp at the University of Dayton. Since 1974, the camp has been an affordable, low-risk way for thousands of high school girls to make discoveries about themselves, their abilities and their futures. Visit the following website for more information: http://engineering2.udayton.edu/wie
Furman
Do you want a one- or two-week engaged-learning adventure? You may want to check out the exciting summer learning opportunities offered in the Summer Scholars program at Furman University. These classes are open to students entering their junior or senior year of high school next fall. The deadline for applications is June 13, 2009. Program enrollments are limited and qualified students are accepted on a first-come basis. For more information about class offerings and how to register, visit:
Oxford University
The Summer Course is a residential summer program that is held each July at Brasenose College, Oxford. A wide selection of academically-relevant courses, creative workshop options, opportunities to explore the ancient city of Oxford, and visits to some of the premier heritage sites in England make this an unforgettable summer study experience. Applications are invited from students who are setting their sights on a competitive college place and who wish to gain new perspectives and develop their academic skills in this historic and inspiring environment. For more information, visit: Junior Statesman Summer School Exciting and stimulating courses are offered on the campuses of four of the nation's elite universities. Immerse yourself in politics and government while making new friends and developing leadership skills. Summer courses are offered at Georgetown, Princeton, Stanford and Yale. If you are interested in politics and want an exhilarating summer experience, visit the following website for more information:
United States Summer Military Academies
Juniors who have an SAT score of 530 Verbal/520 Math or PSAT score of 53 Verbal/52 Math or an ACT composite score of 23, and who are interested in pursuing a military academy (i.e. West Point or Air Force Academy) for their college plans are strongly encouraged to participate in summer seminar programs. Information may be downloaded off the following websites: West Point http://admissions.usma.edu/moreinfo/summer.cfm
U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar www.usna.edu/admissions/nass.htm
U.S. Air Force Academy www.academyadmissions.com/admissions/summerseminar
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CONTESTS
2009 Photo-Essay Competition Preserving the Spirit of Home To celebrate Preservation Month in May 2009, the Kentucky Heritage Council and Preservation Kentucky, Inc. are pleased to announce the Photo-Essay Competition for all Kentucky school students. This year’s theme will be Preserving the Spirit of Home. Students should select an older building, site or structure in their community and reflect on how its preservation helps to maintain a unique character for the community. Historic buildings often make us feel at “home” and hold memories that contribute to the unique spirit of a place. Students may want to discuss how a certain historic building makes them feel at home, or how the loss of a historic building has or could create a loss in their community spirit and sense of place. Due: March 16, 2009 For application and more information visit: www.preservationkentucky.org
2009 Congressional Art Competition
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