Special Info & Opportunities for 9th-12th Graders

• • • • • Want to Get Hired? Then you need to read this article.

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• • • • • GIRLS AGES 16-18- THE FILMMAKING LAB

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        • I am the outreach director for the Arkansas Cinema Society, an non-profit organization working to expand filmmaking in our state. We are currently accepting applications for our Filmmaking Lab for Teen Girls this summer. The lab is FREE. It will be a mixture of virtual classes and on-the-ground production in Little Rock and will run from July 6-August 6. The deadline for applications is April 30th.

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        • In partnership with the Women's Foundation of Arkansas-Girls of Promise Initiative and JM Associates, the Filmmaking Lab will provide an opportunity for high school girls between the ages of 16 and 18 to experience all aspects of the filmmaking process, from screenwriting to production to editing. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary.

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        • Filmmaking is more than just a means of artistic expression, it is a major industry in which people can find a multitude of high paying jobs such as being a makeup artist, a caterer, an electrician and more. Arkansas’ film community has grown exponentially over the last decade and will continue to do so as more studios open their doors. Major networks like HBO, Discovery Channel and the Hallmark Channel are producing films and TV shows in our state. When they come here, they need Arkansans for their crew. We want to help young women get their foot in the door for this growing industry.

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        • Applicants can also visit our website. If you have any students who might be interested, please pass this information along to them. I am here if you have any questions. Thank you for your consideration.

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        • Kody Ford

        • Director of Statewide Outreach + Education

        • // NWA Program Director

        • Arkansas Cinema Society

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• • • • Here are some websites that will help you navigate and gather more information:

https://getschooled.com/

• • • • COLLEGEDATA.COM is a new website recommended to me by one of our seniors. I looked it over and like it! Take some time to use its various resources, including the college match tool.

Using the NetPrice Calculator

• • • • The federal government requires every school to have an NPC on its website. Here's a link to the College Board NPC. You will need your family's tax and financial information on hand to input in order to get a more accurate idea of your Expected Family Contribution in paying for college.

      • http://studentnpc.collegeboard.org/

      • Wondering about a school's graduation rate?

      • The Chronicle of Higher Education has a lot of information to help you compare colleges and universities. Here's the link for that:

      • http://collegecompletion.chronicle.com/state/#state=ar&sector=public_four

      • Raise.me is a new website for mini-scholarships, and students may start using it as early as 9th grade. You earn scholarship dollars based on your activities. Go to this website to learn more: https://www.raise.me/

Badger Food Pantry

• • • • • The third Wednesday of each month is the distribution day for families to come to the Food Pantry between 8:30 and 1:30. The pantry is located in the portable buildings behind Badger Elementary.

College Information Sessions

Trying to choose a college or university is a daunting task. Be sure and visit with these representatives when you get a chance. They would love to talk to you, 9th graders through seniors.

Volunteer Opportunities

• • • • • Camp Aldersgate in Little Rock- Camp Aldersgate continues its dedication to providing year-round social service programs for over 1,700 individuals of all ages and backgrounds. During the summer months, Camp hosts week-long medical-specific camps for children and youth with the following medical conditions: muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, diabetes, cardiac conditions, arthritis, kidney conditions, asthma, oncology, and bleeding disorders. In addition to the medical camps, Camp host two Kota Camps to serve children and youth with special needs that are not covered under the Summer Medical Camps. Kota Camps allow our participants to bring a friend or sibling to camp with them to participate in the programs and activities.Weekend Camps are provided for individuals from August to May. They are offered twice a month for children and youth with special needs. Weekend Camps are separated into three different trails. Each trail is geared toward each camper’s strengths and needs. Volunteers, beginning at age 14, and counselors, beginning at the age of 17, are able to sign up to volunteer or work with the camp's summer and weekend programming. As the brochure for Camp Aldersgate says, " For most of these young people (volunteers), Camp is the place where they discover what it is truly like to give of themselves in the most caring, non-selfish way. Careers are defined, potential is created and, often, a new world is opened to our volunteers and counselors." Go to their website for more information, pictures, videos, and ways to help. We have had students who volunteered here in the past and found it an amazing, life- changing experience. campaldersgate.net

Each summer, the Society of American Military Engineers, in collaboration with the Military Components, sponsors a series of four engineering/STEM camps designed for High School students who excel in math, science and technical courses and are interested in pursuing engineering in college. These week long camps are high intensity, fun-filled, hands–on events where students from across the country and around the world can learn about engineering and related fields, as well as leadership. Each camp is somewhat distinct due to location and the sponsoring military service. The camps are run by a cadre of professional engineers from both private industry and the military services who volunteer their time and experience to give students an incredible opportunity to explore new horizons.

If you are interested, your first step is to determine if you are eligible and then go through the application process for the camp you select. The link below has all the information needed. Please see me for the person to contact at our local post. I'm told there are few applications so you would have a good chance of being selected.

samecamps.org

Are you interested in a exploring more about healthcare? Looking for some extra enrichment opportunities over the summer?

Check these out from Baptist Health...

Have you ever thought about spending some time helping others out?

Here are some options:

Becoming a FEMA Corps Member

• • • • FEMA Corps give young adults the opportunity to get on-the-job experience while traveling the country and making a difference where it matters most- when disasters hit. FEMA Corps members serve full-time for a 10-month term with an option to extend for a second year. Members serve in teams of eight to 12 and are assigned to projects throughout the region served by their campus. Members are based at one of five regional campuses and travel to complete service projects throughout those regions.To be considered for FEMA Corps, you must first apply to AmeriCorps NCCC. The program is open to all U.S. citizens between 18 and 24 years old. Members are given a living allowance of approximately $4,000 for 10 months of service; housing; meals; limited medical benefits; up to $400 a month for childcare, if necessary; member uniforms; and become eligible for the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of the program.

      • Learn more at NationalService.gov/FEMA-Corps.

O*Net Online

• • • Students, Onetonline.org is a great website to search occupations in a number of ways. Last year, I reviewed the Holland Code Interest Hexagon with the seniors to help them determine careers that match up with their interests. Use this link to search for careers by your top 3 interest letters (RIASEC- Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional). http://www.onetonline.org/find/descriptor/browse/Interests/

    • Also, here's a link I found to a community college that allows you to take a quick online assessment to help you determine your code. http://www.roguecc.edu/Counseling/HollandCodes/test.aspThe ASVAB uses the Holland Codes to match individuals to careers as well. When you participated in the ASVAB Interpretation last fall, you completed a brief code finding activity. If you remember those codes, you may use them with the Onetonline.org program.

Career Exploration Highlight

• • • Military One Source

    • Real help- any time, anywhere at no cost to you, for active-duty, Guard and Reserve (regardless of your activation status) and their families.

    • This is an online connection for you to locate help in the following areas:

    • consultations, research and referrals for things as diverse as child care, relationship issues, budget issues, communication skills, etc.

    • in-person counseling (non-medical)

    • Healthy Habits coaching by telephone or online

    • financial counseling

    • educational materials for such things as resume building, sleeping better, loans, etc.

    • Go to MilitaryOneSource.com or call 1-800-342-9647.

    • It's free, private, and 24/7.

    • Arkansas Children's Hospital

    • Center for Good Mourning

    • The mission of the Center for Good Mourning is to provide, improve and increase support and assistance to bereaved children and families in Arkansas through education, program development, and grief support programs.

    • Grief Support Groups are free educational support groups for young people who have experienced the death of someone close to them. The purpose is to help young people cope with their feelings of grief and loss in a supportive setting with similar age peers. Each group is set up by age and has approximately 6-10 children or teens. The groups meet in 8 weekly sessions. A Parent Orientation meeting takes place prior to the start of each 8-week group series. An optional group for parents and adult caregivers in also available during the 8-week program. All groups will meet in the East Campus building of Arkansas Children's Hospital, 1621 W. 10th Street, Little Rock, AR. Interested parents and adult caregivers can call 501-364-7000 to request an application, or can print an application off the website at www.goodmourningcenter.org.