Additional Opportunities

Are you look for opportunities of education outside of school? Are you looking for enrichment outside of school? Maybe you want to volunteer. You've come to the right place.

There are many opportunities for educators and students within the Pendleton Region. Please use the attachments and/or links for detailed information and share accordingly. If you need any further support, please reach out to jwoody2@tctc.edu.

Connection 1: Are your teens (ages 11-18) ready to make a difference this summer?? United Way of Anderson County has a special program called the Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) of Anderson County. The YVC Summer of Service provides four-day blocks of service-learning and volunteer projects all under the supervision of background-checked and trained YVC Team Leaders. Youth will learn about the

mission of individual nonprofit agencies, hear from guest speakers, participate in leadership activities, play games, and develop soft skills. YVC’s SOS experience will allow youth volunteers to cultivate a deeper understanding of how their service impacts their community while making friends and having fun. If you have anyone interested, please use the following link to complete the application.

 Connection 2: Do you have students interested in becoming a summer intern? United Way of Anderson County needs help with the Summer of Service

                           camp! Summer interns are needed for the 4 weeks of summer camp with potential to continue serving throughout the summer months. The 4   

                           weeks are:

June 10th-13th, June 17th-20th, July 15th-18th, and July 22nd-25th. For more information please download the job description or reach out to Olivia@uwandsc.org.

 Connection 3: SC Economics is providing a Summer Bus Tour to BMW! The 2024 SC Economics Summer Bus Tour is set to depart on an adventure filled

                           with Economics, Supply Chain, Business Info, and more on Wednesday, July 17! Educators are invited to join us as they tour the BMW Group

                           Plant in Spartanburg. Register here!

 Connection 4: Be sure to register for the Education + Business Summit before you head out for Summer Break!

Over 220 Sessions have been scheduled for the Summit, now one of the nation’s largest state conferences for all school counseling staff, administrators, core academic instructors, CTE instructors, and business partners! EBS will be held June 24-27, 2024 at the Greenville Convention Center. If you haven’t registered and/or secured your hotel- act fast! Hotels are selling out! Find out everything you need to know here: https://ebsummit.info/registration.

Connection 5: The University of South Carolina Darla Moore Business Success Academy will take place from June 23 to June 28, offering juniors and

                          seniors a comprehensive exploration of key business principles and essential skills for future success. Students are encouraged to apply

                          before the deadline of May 24, 2024. The academy is open to students who meet the requirements and are eager to benefit from this enriching

                          program. Please use the attached flyer for information to share with your families.

                     Here is the link to access the application: 2024 Business Success Academy Link for Student Participants

The Summer Seniors 2024 application is now open. Summer Seniors is an on-campus event we host each summer for high-achieving African American rising seniors.


Summer Seniors 2024 Event Dates

Session 1: Wednesday, June 26 - Saturday, June 29

Session 2: Wednesday, July 10 - Saturday, July 13


Each year we host up to 180 students over the two sessions. To date, more than 1,000 students have participated in Summer Seniors. Students selected to attend the four-day residential program will learn about the admission and application process, explore academic interests and discover what it is like to be a student at our flagship university.

Interested students must apply by May 1. 

If you have questions, contact our team at admdiversity@mailbox.sc.edu.  

Go Gamecocks!

Michael Wade

Office of Undergraduate Admissions

University of South Carolina

 Our Program

The Lexicon Ambassadors Program is an online experiential learning initiative designed to equip high school students with the critical skills needed to excel as leaders both in and outside of the classroom. Our program is facilitated by U.S.-based faculty mentors and international experts in various fields. It offers intensive online leadership training and opportunities to engage in virtual international volunteer programs, enabling students to gain practical experience while making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to holistic development, fostering both personal and academic growth while empowering students to effect meaningful change. Our comprehensive program includes the following components:

The world is changing fast, and past experiences have demonstrated that youth education needs to adapt. School plays an important role in nurturing academic education and additionally, students still need leadership development training to prepare them for the challenges they will face in the world, and the latter is our strength. Our online global citizen leadership program is led by an international expert who leads an initiative that is one of the UN SDGs-recognized programs. Students will learn how they can effect change in global affairs, contribute to sustainable development goals, and lead in and outside of school. In order to successfully complete the program, it is mandatory to complete the Leadership Training plus participate in one of the Virtual Volunteer Tracks for at least 30 hours. 

The Lexicon Ambassadors Program offers students the opportunity to make a difference by participating in virtual international volunteer projects in order to demonstrate their unique skills, passions, and valuable contribution to society. Students enrolled in our program will work directly with international mentors based in the country in which each project is being implemented, tackling real-world problems with the goal of making a meaningful difference in the world. The following volunteer tracks are currently available for enrollment:

- South Africa Literacy Project (virtual)

Students will collaborate remotely with a team led by a seasoned U.S. senior instructional designer and an international mentor based in South Africa to develop practical solutions for enhancing child literacy in South Africa.

- South Asia Cancer Surveillance Project (virtual)

Students work with a U.S. based hematologist and oncologist to improve the detection of cancer and reduce disease progression in underserved areas. The program includes regular live Zoom discussions covering relevant public health issues in cancer surveillance. The goal of this program is to develop public health initiatives that are appropriate for the regions in which issues are identified. This program is designed for students who aspire to the medical or public health professional fields.

- Local Activist Track

Students wishing to work within their local community on original projects will have the opportunity to work with leadership mentors to develop and execute their own projects.

Recognizing the significance of the SAT in college applications, we offer all program participants unlimited comprehensive live SAT Zoom lectures. This is included as a part of the program and does not cost any additional fees. Students can work with tutors to meet their individual SAT needs and access a variety of SAT prep materials, including practice questions and flashcards. We are the only program to offer this level of academic support to the leadership students. We make use of both online asynchronous courses and live lectures. All content is recorded and posted within the online classrooms to ensure every student can have full advantage of the lectures.

Admission to college is highly competitive, and we provide all program participants with personalized academic advising services which they may not otherwise have access to. Our team of expert advisors will assist students in reviewing their college and scholarship applications, particularly focusing on the application essay or personal statement, helping students showcase their unique qualities and stand out to admission committees.

Admissions to the Lexicon Ambassadors Program are ongoing. We offer full scholarships to cover program costs (excluding the $79 registration fee) and we encourage early applications.

Apply Today: https://lexiconambassadors.com

For more information, please visit our website at https://lexiconambassadors.com

The Harvard Model Congress Leadership Summer Camp at Harvard University in collaboration with Learn with Leaders. This exceptional opportunity is designed to unlock your student's potential and provide them with a once-in-a-lifetime experience within the prestigious halls of Harvard University.

The Harvard Model Congress Leadership Summer Camp:

Immerse your students in a transformative 6-day experiential program meticulously crafted to empower young minds, encourage impactful initiatives, and tackle real-world issues head-on. Participants will have the privilege of embracing the unparalleled academic environment of Harvard University while witnessing the living legacy that has shaped countless leaders throughout history. Guided by experienced mentors from Harvard Model Congress, your students will develop practical skills in decision-making, problem-solving, and communication, setting them apart as exceptional leaders in their future endeavors.

What Will Students Gain?

Here are a few highlights of student experiences at The Harvard Model Congress Leadership Summer Camp:

Program Details:

Please Find the Detailed Brochure for The Harvard Model Congress Leadership Summer Camp here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14OPWtSkJ0ceGA9JzKMWl5IOHfd3LjFAN/view?usp=drive_link

Perks of School Registration (school is required to send 1 chaperone for up to 20 students):

- If a school sends 5-10 students, the chaperone's air ticket would be sponsored by Learn with Leaders.

- If a school sends 11-20 students, the chaperone's air ticket and stay (with all meals) would be sponsored by Learn with Leaders. 

Our dedicated team is readily available to address any queries or provide further information. To schedule a meeting, please select a convenient time slot from our calendar here: https://calendly.com/learnwithleaders.

Spaces for this remarkable opportunity are limited, so we kindly request that you promptly share this invitation with your students and their parents to ensure they don't miss out.

We eagerly look forward to welcoming your students to the Harvard Model Congress Leadership Summer Camp. 


Future Lawyers Program by Harvard Student Agencies:

The unique pre-professional program, spread over 9 days (2 weekends), focuses on helping students learn how to read and build a case, how to write position papers, how to navigate the path to law school, and much more. Students will also be guided towards the LSAT, the difficult-to-navigate requirements of the application to Law School, and the many careers in the world of law.

Each day begins with a lecture outlining a skill or concept critical to a career in law, whether it be the inner workings of the court system or how to prepare for the LSAT. From there, students get to build teamwork skills and collaborative thinking by engaging with one another. Guided by qualified Harvard undergraduate instructors/students, the curriculum aims to provide a comprehensive look at legal systems and give students the chance to meaningfully explore the field. The program enables students to explore law and litigation, experience a mock trial, gain awareness of history and the current events that contextualize law in society today, and walk away with excitement for their future in law.

Program Starts: 20th July, 2024

Who Is Eligible?: Students from Grades 8 to 12
Duration: 2 weekends

Early Application Deadline: 5th July, 2024

Program Fee for Early Applicants: 300 USD

Regular Fee: 400 USD
Find more about the Program: Here
Application Form: Click Here
What You Will Get?

- Small class sizes

- Opportunity to network and learn with students from Harvard Student Agencies

 - Get guided by qualified Harvard undergraduate instructors on legal systems around the world

 - Experience a mock trial

 - Gain awareness of history and the current events that contextualize law in society today

 - The certificate will be given directly by Harvard Student Agencies


IGNITE Young Minds Summer Programme 2024 at Judge Business School, University Of Cambridge. 

This is an exclusive summer program selecting only 50 high school students across the world.  This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that aims to unlock the potential of your students, offering them a once-in-a-lifetime experience within the esteemed halls of Cambridge University in collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Centre at Cambridge Judge Business School. 

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The IGNITE Young Minds Summer Programme at Cambridge Judge Business School's Entrepreneurship Centre  

The IGNITE Young Minds Programme at Judge Business School, University Of Cambridge in collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Centre leverages the academic faculty's expertise and research, providing students with a platform to prepare for their future endeavors.

Key benefits for students: 

Experience at Cambridge Judge Business School's Entrepreneurship Centre:

Program Details: 

Please find below the detailed brochure for the Summer School at Judge Business School, University of Cambridge : 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jJTvhIH43vhRsfkjVniK-z7CNx2qGr_k/view?usp=drive_link

Program Dates: 28th July - 3rd August, 2024

Duration: 7 Days

Venue: Cambridge Judge Business School, University of Cambridge, Trumpington Street, UK

Eligibility: Grades 10 - 12, School Years 11-13
Program Fee (covers academic fee, accommodation, and meals for 6 nights and 7 days at Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge)
Application Fee: £3500 

Application Deadline: 30th May, 2024 

Student Registration Link: https://forms.gle/bBoA 1Eq gETs PCu 7

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To schedule a meeting, please choose a convenient time slot from our calendar: Learn with Leaders Calendar