Student Educational/Volunteer Opportunities
2022-2023 Student Educational and Volunteer Opportunities
EDUCATIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:
FUTURE INNOVATORS SUMMER CAMP - Take part in a unique college and career readiness program designed to spark innovative thinking and build entrepreneurial and technology focused skills in a hands-on setting. This one-week summer camp opportunity, based in Portland, Maine will be hosted on Cow Island at the Ripple Effect outdoor learning center and at the Roux Institute in downtown Portland. The program blends exciting outdoor activities like sea kayaking and ropes courses with interactive project-based solutions development for real-world business problems, all in a cutting-edge college setting, giving students the opportunity to interact with industry leaders, expert mentors, faculty, and future employers. Students will earn college credit from Thomas College and gain valuable experience interacting with Maine’s leading employers. For more information, click here.
MAINE APP CHALLENGE - Deadline is March 31, 2023. Click here for program details.
MAINE ENGINEERS WEEK EXPO - The 2022 Maine Engineers Week Exposition will be held at Thompson Point’s Brick South building on Saturday April 23, 2022. The Expo will begin at 9 am and finish at 2 pm. In attendance will be Maine’s top engineering firms, engineering schools, educators, government agencies, industry, and engineering societies. The event will provide many young people with a first-rate event that shows all the exciting places that math, science and communication skills can take you. Participation will help encourage students to pursue careers in engineering and provide a diverse and vigorous workforce for the future. This event is free and open to the public and will have around 100 exhibit tables designed to engage students about the fields of engineering. The EXPO has lots to do for all ages of students.
MAINE LEGION - The American Legion, Department of Maine Dirigo State is a comprehensive, experiential learning, youth leadership program. It is designed after the Maine State government, where all students come together to create their own town, county, and state governing bodies. Simply put, Dirigo State is a combination of Boys State and Girls State, but that’s just the start. The Legion Family redesigned and strengthened both programs into a unique, first for the American Legion National Family, combined youth government leadership program. The Legion Family feels the union of Boys and Girls State will provide a better experience for all students and a more realistic simulation of Maine State government. To learn more about this program and how to apply, click here.
MAINE YMCA YOUTH AND GOVERNMENT PROGRAM - Click here for program information.
MAINE YOUTH WILDERNESS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM - This program offers an extraordinary wilderness experience in Baxter State Park for Maine high school students! The Maine Youth Wilderness Leadership Program cultivates and inspires the next generation of Maine's environmental leaders. Friends of Baxter State Park has offered this program to high school sophomores and juniors annually since 2009. This free program provides the opportunity to develop leadership skills and experience Maine's wilderness through science, art, literature, storytelling, photography, history, and more. Program highlights include: Nine-day backpacking trip in Baxter State Park in August, experienced wilderness leaders from Chewonki, hands-on learning with expert instructors, and no cost to participate - the program is free. The deadline to apply is February 8th, 2023. To learn more and apply, please visit the Friends of Baxter State Park website for more details. https://www.friendsofbaxter.org/mywlp
Military Academy Service Service Adacemy Night hosted by Maine's U.S. Congressional Delegation in cooperation with Maine Maritime Academy is scheduled for Thursday, September 15 from 6pm - 8pm. Join to learn more about the world-class educational opportunities that service academies offer, the Congressional nomination and academy selection processes, and ways to achieve your career goals. Also, get your questions answered by service academy professionals in the areas of admissions, career services, and financial aid. For details about this opportunity, click here.
NORWICH UNIVERSITY SUMMER CAMPS Are you a high-schooler looking for an adventure-filled experience that challenges you as a leader and looks great on your college resume? Consider one of several summer-camp offerings at Norwich University.
PROJECT LEAP - The Project LEAP 2022 student application is now open. Students can apply on our website, by using this link: https://projectleap.formstack.com/forms/studentapplication. The application will remain open until April 30th at 11:59PST. Rising sophomores with a 3.0 GPA or higher are eligible to apply. Sophomores and Juniors with a 3.25 GPA or higher are also eligible. Due to the influence of the pandemic on student success, we will review applications of students whose GPA are at least a 2.8. Note: it is not the practice of Project LEAP to admit students after their sophomore year of high school however due to the pandemic and growing academic challenges, this is the final year that Project LEAP will accept students grades in 10th and 11th grade. Students interested in applying will need to attach an unofficial transcript. Accepted students will receive: one on one peer mentorship, participation in a nationwide virtual program, consideration for up to $25,000 in scholarship funds, a letter of recommendation from an elected public figure: students last year received letters from mayors, assembly members, and city council members, a distinguished leader graduation cord, additional college and career preparation workshops, local outings and “LEAP meets," free PSAT and SAT prep.
PUTNEY PRE-COLLEGE EXPERIENCE - The Putney Pre-College experience prepares you for that all-important next step into college—both academically and socially. Expand your worldview through travel, meet new people from all over the globe, test-drive potential majors in real-world environments, and explore new interests amid a tight-knit community of supportive peers and instructors. In addition to attending a variety of stimulating and engaging courses, students can participate in a wide range of exciting social activities, including concerts at the Atlantic Music Festival, pool parties at Colby’s magnificent swimming pool, evening bonfires, and tours of the Colby Museum of Art. Join a community of motivated and intellectually curious students for one or both sessions of our Pre-College program at Colby College. Choose one seminar per session and take part in engaging discussions and hands-on projects that allow you to explore new interests or dig deeper into existing passions. Get a taste of college life as you become part of an inspiring and supportive community of Putney Pre-College faculty and students. For more information, click here.
State Board of Education It is time for the Maine State Board of Edcuation to open the application process that will end with the appointment of a new student member. For more information, click here. Deadline is March 1st.
RxPLORE 2021 CAMP http://www.rxplore.pharmacy.pitt.edu/ RxPLORE is a professional summer camp designed by current PharmD students at PittPharmacy for high school students to explore pharmacy as a possible career option. Our application opens December 1st, 2020.
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE SUMMER LEARNING COURSES While we are still in the midst of winter’s cold, icy grip, our thoughts turn to summer at the University of Maine. Summer is the perfect time for eligible Maine high school students to take tuition-free college courses in mathematics, sciences, arts, humanities, and social sciences.
Over 50 courses are offered Online, at the University of Maine campus in Orono, and the Hutchinson Center in Belfast.
Courses run throughout the summer in 3 and 6 week formats beginning in May.
Summer Early College course listings and application information are now available on our website. Please contact us via phone or email with any questions regarding these courses or the application process.
Community College Summer Learning Options For more information visit the website at oncourse.me.edu
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE PULP & PAPER FOUNDATION Stay during the summer, be inspired for life. Consider Engineering is a challenging and rewarding four-day summer program for high school juniors to get a taste of college life and what it takes to be an engineer. Be one of 108 students from Maine and around the U.S. invited to spend four days at the University of Maine participating in exciting engineering experiments, problem solving challenges, and great networking with faculty, practicing engineers and fellow campers—at no cost to you. This program is offered three times in July to groups of 36 students who have completed their junior year of study, excel in math and science, and demonstrate communication and leadership skills. This free-of-charge educational and inspiring program is competitive, with only half the applicants gaining admission. Food and lodging is included. 2022 Application Deadline for current high school juniors is April 15, 2022. 2022 Program Dates: July 10-13, July 17-20 or July 24-28 (students can rank their preferences in the application). If you have questions please contact us at info@umaineppf.org. For more information visit https://umaineppf.org/consider-engineering/.
MERITS - The MERITS (Maine Research Internships for Teachers and Students) Program provides paid summer research opportunities for highly motivated high school students who are interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers to experience “real-time” applications of STEM in a research-focused work world at host institutions conducting research and technology development. By doing so, MSGC seeks to expose students to career opportunities in Maine and to provide a direct way by which Maine businesses and research communities can attract young people with high potential for possible future employment.
Applications are due January 15, 2020.
For more information on this program and to download the application materials visit our website http://www.msgc.org/students/internships/highschool/, or contact Jana Hall at jana.hall@msgc..org
Summer Seminar- Open to current 11th grade students who are thinking of applying to the Naval Academy Class of 2024.If you are currently in your junior year of high school and considering the Naval Academy as your college of choice, we strongly recommend you consider applying to Summer Seminar. Summer Seminar will introduce you to life at the Academy, where you will experience first-class academic, athletic, and professional training at the #1 public college in the U.S.* (Top 25 Public College in the U.S. 2017, Forbes). Your Summer Seminar application will also serve as a preliminary application to the Academy that you will complete before or during your senior year. Students will live in Bancroft Hall, experience life on The Yard and learn from some of our best midshipmen and most esteemed faculty.
STEM- open to rising 9th - 11th graders. For over 30 years, before STEM was being promoted, the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) has been advancing events and activities and offering scholarships designed to excite students to become engineers.SAME, in collaboration with the military services, offers a series of week long, STEM Engineering & Construction Camps designed for High School students who excel in math, science and technology courses and are interested in pursuing engineering, architecture, or related fields in college. Each of our camps is age appropriate with a unique curriculum, with the common thread being: challenging environment, hands-on activities, mentors who are young engineers, long term resources for alumni.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
MHS has implemented a new volunteerism graduation requirement to help students understand that volunteerism is an essential civic duty. Students are required to complete at least 40 hours of community service to meet graduation requirements.
Click Here for a complete list and contacts for the community service opportunities.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ARE ALSO LOCATED ON THE BOARD OUTSIDE OF GUIDANCE
Quick Facts:
It has to be volunteerism - if you are paid it doesn't count
Class fundraisers-You can not be involved in raising money to earn CS hours, meaning you can set up, clean up, provide breaks, etc. If you are working a table to earn money for your class(raffle tickets, baked goods) this does not count as community service.
Hours must be completed within your High School years (first day of freshman year until senior year)****
Students can accumulate 40 hours over four years or may complete them all in one year.
For students who are doing under 10 hours per event, please use the community service log to document hours until at least 10hours have been completed. then please attach to the green community service form.
Completed forms must be submitted to the guidance office. If you are in Key Club, a copy must be given to both Ms. Perrino and guidance for credit.
The volunteer form can be found here or a paper copy can be picked up in the guidance office or outside the main office.
All Sports Boosters – Snack Shack
Belgrade Community Center for All Seasons
Belgrade Lakes Region Business Group
Friends of Messalonskee Watershed
Friends of the Belgrade Public Library
Oakland Area Historical Society
Oakland Food Pantry
Waterville Area Humane Society
HOME FOR LITTLE WANDERERS
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine
ShineOnCass! Modeling our successful school-based mentoring program at Messalonskee High School started in honor and memory of Cassidy Charette, we are Shining On by expanding into the community to help even more kids succeed!
Attention High School Students in Greater Waterville; Here's YOUR chance to Shine On and make a BIG difference in a child's life. We are actively recruiting and training now for our newest program at the Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA at the Alfond Youth Center in Waterville. High school freshmen, sophomores and junior mentors (Bigs) will be matched in 1-to-1 relationships with elementary school-aged youth (Littles) to spend time together for one hour each week after school having fun at Alfond Youth Center! All Bigs receive training and support from our professional staff. This program offers flexible scheduling to accommodate busy high school lives.
Call or email today to be accepted first! Contact Ted Fournier ted@bbbsmidmaine.org 592-4616 or Monica Charette (monica@bbbsmidmaine.org 314-6996). #shineoncass. You can also visit Facebook: www.facebook.com/bbbsmidmaine/
AWARDS AND CONTESTS FOR ALL STUDENTS
Many students begin the scholarship search in their junior or senior year of high school, which can lead to tight deadlines and added stress during an already busy time. However, a growing number of elementary and middle school students may be avoiding this stress by starting their scholarship search now. To get started, check out the available awards and contests available for all students.