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The registration link has all the field trips that are arranged by FHS. If you are interested, please register and pick up the necessary forms from the Career Center in the Counseling Office room #168
The registration link has all the dates that are arranged by FHS for the ASVAB test. If you are interested in learning about yourself or joining military, please register. For any questions, contact the Career Center in the Counseling Office room #168
Announcements
Announcements
TLDR: RE Sources is hosting a Youth Climate Summit in August for all high school students.
The scoop: Whatcom County’s first ever Youth Climate Summit August 4-5th! The Summit includes hands-on stewardship, interactive workshops, a career panel, action-planning support and more! Registration is open and we hope you’ll encourage your students to attend. The event is free and they can even get community service hours. Will you please share our poster with your students? Students can find out more information and register on our website.
If you (a student, teacher, or community member) who might want to lead a 40 min workshop at the Climate Summit on a climate solution they’re involved with, please click here. Students especially are encouraged!
And a heads up for the fall:
Youth for the Environment and People (YEP!) will begin recruiting for its fall 2023 cohort beginning next school year. The theme for the fall is Adapting to Flooding Impacts and will focus on how students can elevate their voice and change local systems. We’ll be updating our website shortly. Keep an eye out for an email from us in August.
Registration for Washington Business Week opportunities summer Programs is now OPEN!
WBW is conducting virtual, in-person day programs as well as an overnight program for students 14-18 years of age.
Career Pathways for students include: Business, Clean Energy, Telehealth/Healthcare, and Advanced Business for our Alumni.
Students earn 2 elective college credits from Renton Technical College and receive direct instruction on Leadership, Teamwork, and Business 101. Students have a chance to win a $1500 college scholarship at all programs.
The program includes Financial Literacy and College Application Prep speakers along with speakers on emotional intelligence, grit, and overcoming obstacles.
In-person day program will be taking place at Renton Technical College and our overnight program will be taking place at The University of Puget Sound.
Robust financial assistance is available through an easy, less than 5 minutes, application. No student will be denied access to WBW if they want to attend. The bottom line is we will break any financial barriers for students to attend who otherwise could not. WBW and the sponsors of the organization are dedicated to access and inclusion for all students.
Interested in obtaining skills to prepare you for employment? Bellingham Goodwill offers FREE classes across a wide range of subjects, including English for Speakers of Other Languages, Computers & Digital Literacy, High School Completion (GED, HS21+), Customer Service Essentials, and Work Readiness. Register for a free class by May 25th!
Northwest Career and Technical Academy offers a variety of courses and summer sessions!
Prior to starting your enrollment form, work with your high school counselor and your HS and Beyond Plan. Think about the classes you have taken or will be taking at your high school that have or will help you make NCTA your next step.
Register an account here by clicking "register". Check back to your email to confirm your account.
Then you're off! You will need contact information for you, your parent/guardian(s) and emergency contacts.
Once you are done with the enrollment form, you will save and review the content your provided. The last step is to Submit.
An automated message regarding your enrollment request is sent to your resident high school that you provided (or if you are home-schooled or not currently enrolled, we will be in touch from our end).
Join the Modomi construction team! Now hiring production team members. Check out job vacancy here
Paid internships with many companies in Whatcom county and beyond! Students have to be 16 by the time they start and for some it is 18+
All organizations are eagerly awaiting your students! We are placing students through September to accommodate summer schedules and students turning the needed age during the summer.
Qualifications for this program: Students must be able to work independently and have one of the following:
The bp Bridge Program is a program supporting students from underrepresented populations who are currently seniors in high school and planning to go to college for engineering. The program supports students' transition to university through mentorship, personal development, and a $3,000 scholarship. Successful applicants will attend a three-day workshop at Cherry Point refinery, June 27-30.
Here’s a link to the criteria and program application: Early engagement programs | Careers | Home (bp.com)
Apply by June 1st
Quick Start to College
by FuturesNW
Quick Start to College
by FuturesNW
QuickStart to College is a free summer camp program to uplift and encourage high school seniors as they prepare for college selection, applications, scholarships, and financial aid processes. Students enjoy 4 days and 3 nights at WWU and visits from our friends at BTC, NWIC, SVC, and WCC to help them learn more about the various types of colleges available. By attending QuickStart, our mentors and local college staff members will help students get prepared for milestones throughout their senior year, so they can confidently step into the path that lies beyond it.
Our QuickStart 2023 application will be released spring of 2023.
To learn more about the QuickStart to College program, click here!
Sign up below to join the QuickStart to College information list for the 2023 event:
Healthcare Shadowing Opportunities
Healthcare Shadowing Opportunities
Join PeaceHealth for an exciting day of learning about the work that goes towards providing high quality healthcare
When is it
• June 2, July 26, 2023, and August 25, 2023
• Join us for a 5-hour day of experiential learning
• 8:30am-1:30pm
• Breakfast and lunch provided
What is included in the day
• Opportunity to meet and speak with healthcare workers
• Behind the scenes views of how the team delivers care
• Introduction to unique and exciting careers in healthcare
What we need from you
• Attendees must be 16 years or older
• Proof of vaccinations
• Signed consent form
For more information
• Reach out to Jessica Balson for more information and be prepared to share your name, email, and phone number Jbalson@peacehealth.org
Sign-Up
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KW2DD5Y
Artificial Intelligence Summer Program by Stanford Alumni
Inspirit AI is a 25-hour interdisciplinary enrichment program that introduces middle and high school students to artificial intelligence, and guides them in
building socially impactful projects such as self-driving car simulation, exoplanet detection, and criminal justice! Led and taught by a team of graduate
students from Stanford, MIT, and others, students receive a personalized learning experience in small-group classrooms. To learn more about our Summer AI program, please fill out this short Interest Form.
To get a glimpse of InspiritAI’s resources, here is a guide created that you are free to use: Building AI Projects Across Disciplines Guide by Inspirit AI
YOUNG ESCOFFIER HIGH SCHOOL VIRTUAL CULINARY SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION
Wednesday, March 1 - Friday, March 31, 2023
Are you looking for scholarship opportunities for culinary school?
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts is proud to present the 2023 Young Escoffier High School Virtual Culinary Scholarship Competition! Contestants have the opportunity to compete for 30 scholarships totaling $65,000. All registered participants who submit photos of their work will be awarded a $500 scholarship toward an education at Escoffier.
Below we have provided a link to competition details and a registration form to share with your students:
Contestants will be asked to make a savory or sweet dish and upload a series of photos of their work for consideration.
The deadline for entry is March 31, 2023, by midnight CT.
Scholarship Competition Details and Eligibility:
This contest is open to high school students graduating in 2023 or 2024 (seniors or juniors) who are interested in attending Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts (Residential or Distance Learning Programs). Students must enroll and start by October 2023 if they are a 2023 high school graduate or by October 2024 if they are a 2024 high school graduate.
The contestant must be a minimum of 16 years of age before enrolling at Escoffier.
Scholarships Will Be Distributed As Follows:
1. All registered participants who submit photos will receive a $500 scholarship toward an education at Escoffier.**
2. Winners selected:
1st place – $3,000 Scholarship (10 chosen participants selected)
2nd place – $2,000 Scholarship (10 chosen participants selected)
3rd place – $1,500 Scholarship (10 chosen participants selected)
**Students receiving a winners scholarship will receive this in addition to the participant scholarship.
We hope you share these competition details with your high school juniors and seniors, and we are excited to see their submissions among the entries!
For questions please contact Krishna Mitchell at 512-364-5617 or krishna.mitchell@escoffier.edu.
Sincerely,
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
OtterBot for Parents begins early March
OtterBot for Parents begins early March
Free texting service helps parents guide their student into college or training after high school
Free texting service helps parents guide their student into college or training after high school
Dear College Bound Champion:
Did you know that College Bound has a free texting service called “OtterBot” that is available 24/7 to help students with their questions about financial aid and College Bound? When you update your students’ cell phone numbers via the portal, they’re automatically enrolled in OtterBot!
We are currently texting College Bound juniors and seniors. If we have the student’s cell phone number in their College Bound application, then they should already be receiving texts from OtterBot.
In early March 2023, OtterBot for Parents will begin sending texts to the parents and guardians of juniors and seniors to help answer their questions too. If we have the parent’s cellphone number on file, they can expect a message from OtterBot.
They can also text “Hi OtterBot” to 360-634-0354 to get connected.
We hope families take advantage of OtterBot! If they have any trouble connecting with OtterBot, they can contact our office at (888) 535-0747, Option 1 or email us at collegebound@wsac.wa.gov.
From One to Many: College and training navigation support for Lummi families and students
From One to Many: College and training navigation support for Lummi families and students
***Ferndale Conference Room***
Are you a Lummi Nation student or community member? Do you want support with accessing a college or training program? Do you want help getting free money for college? FuturesNW and the Whatcom County Library Systems are co-hosting an event series for Lummi Nation students and families to get personalized support from Educational Advocate Kathleen Solomon of the From One to Many program to help guide you through:
Financial Aid completion (FAFSA or WASFA)
Scholarship applications
College applications
College and training program exploration
All attendees will receive snacks and a gift card for attending and getting support!
For more information on what to bring check out the calendar listing on the FuturesNW website for a bulleted list of information and documents to have with you.
Registration is encouraged and can be found HERE.
Jr. Ski to Sea Poster.pdfY REACH @ FERNDALE HIGH SCHOOL
Y REACH @ FERNDALE HIGH SCHOOL
On site after school program
Free snacks, art, board games, homework help, and more!
Participants that attend regularly in the 2022-23 school year will have the chance to receive a free youth membership!
No registration required, drop-in any time!
WHEN: Mondays, 2:30 - 4:30pm
WHERE: Room 505
FEE: Free
WHATCOM FAMILY YMCA; 1256 N STATE ST BELLINGHAM, WA 98226; 360-733-8630 | whatcomymca.org
FREE YOUTH + FAMILIES EVENT
Healthy Kids Day
When: April 29th 1pm-3pm
Where: Downtown Bellingham YMCA
What: Our annual Healthy Kids Day event is FREE to the public and open to all youth and families. There will be fun activities like climbing and swimming, free popcorn, community organizations sharing about their resources, etc.
CLICK HERE to find out more!
FREE TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Belay Class:
When: April 27th | 4:15-5:45pm
Where: Downtown Bellingham YMCA
Who: 6th-12th Grade
What: Participants will learn belay knots, technique and basic climbing terms with time to practice during class. Teens can continue to practice these skills during Teen Climb times on Thursdays 4:14-5:45PM. The Y's Belay Certification Test can be taken once the participant is proficient in these skills. After passing the test, climbers will receive a belay certification card and will be able to belay during teen climbs and community climbs. Ages 14+ will be eligible for receiving a belay certification & Ages 11-13 can participate to learn/practice the skills, but will not be eligible to receive a belay certification.
CLICK HERE to RSVP
Pancake Day:
When: April 28th | 3-6pm
Where: Downtown Bellingham YMCA - Teen Center
Who: 6th-12th Grade
What: Join us in our drop-in teen center for post-school pancakes. We will have toppings and colorful batter so you can design your own pancake. Yumm!
CLICK HERE to view the Instagram post
Teen Night Takeover
When: May 12th | 6-9pm
Where: Downtown Bellingham YMCA - Teen Center
Who: 6th-12th Grade
What: Invite your friends! Join us May 12th from 6pm-9pm for a night of food, fun as we take over the amazing activity spaces throughout the Y. Pizza, Rock Climbing, Gym Games, Pingpong, Foosball, Video Games and More!
CLICK HERE to RSVP
Youth Institute
When: June 26-August 12 | M-F | 10am-4pm
Where: Downtown Bellingham YMCA - Teen Center
Who: Rising 9th-12th grade
What: A FREE 7 Week program geared towards youth with less access to summer opportunities who could benefit from a positive and engaging environment. This is a perfect mixture of summer camp vibes and work/college readiness. Students learn Digital Media skills, write and design magazine articles, create films, and so much more. We have guest speakers, college tours, field trips and other engaging activities. And the real kicker?!? Not only do most students receive academic credit, but we also recognise their hard work with up to $500 Cash stipend at graduation! APPLICATIONS DUE MAY 1ST
CLICK HERE for flyer, handbook, and application
Teen Drop-In
When: M-F | 3-6pm
Where: Downtown Bellingham YMCA - Teen Center
Who: 6th-12th Grade
What: Free snacks, art, rock climbing, swimming, board games, video games, and more! Each day staff will be available to support you in homework needs and connect you to resources (i.e. figuring out bussing, building a resume, applying to jobs, setting goals, etc.)
CLICK HERE for more info!
Y REACH
When/Where: MON Ferndale HS 2:30-4:30 | TUES Van Zandt Community Hall 2:45-5:30 | WEDS Vista MS 2:30-4:30 | THURS Horizon MS 2:30-4:30
What: Free snacks, art, board games, and more! Each day staff will also be available to support you in homework needs and connect you to resources (i.e. figuring out bussing, building a resume, applying to jobs, setting goals, etc.)
CLICK HERE for more info!
Unmatched Leadership Development Program: West Point cadets take hands-on leadership and military classes taught by current military leaders as part of their college course load. This purposeful integration of individual leader development throughout the curriculum as well as numerous leadership development experiences promote and foster a culture of character growth required of the leaders of today and tomorrow.
Dedicated Staff and Faculty: Our staff & faculty embrace their responsibility to develop cadets into leaders and carry that duty beyond the classroom. This can be seen in the family sponsorship program, wherein cadets develop enriched relationships in the homes of staff & faculty volunteers for occasions such as shared meals, general mentorship, watching sporting events, doing laundry, or simply relaxing in a safe home environment. The mentor relationships formed at West Point commonly continue for a lifetime.
Fully Funded Education: West Point offers its cadets a fully funded education valued at over $240,000 This includes tuition, books, room and board, and medical and dental insurance. Cadets also receive a monthly stipend (between $200-$525) to pay for their other school and personal expenses.
Highly Connected Alumni Network: Upon graduation, West Point cadets earn the distinction of becoming members of the Long Gray Line, the most highly connected alumni body in the world. Their lineage boasts a lifelong sense of pride, network of opportunity, connection, and services unrivaled in modern society.
Guaranteed Employment: Every graduate is guaranteed employment with an annual compensation package starting at about $70,000 and increases tied to promotions. This package also includes free healthcare, excellent retirement packages, a non-taxable housing allowance, and 30 days of paid vacation annually.
Become a Leader in Your Field: Cadets have the option to be leaders in one of many diverse career fields such as engineering, logistics, finance, human resource management, health care management, aviation, and many more. Army officers can expect to lead a team of 30-35 soldiers in their first career assignment. Army Officer Careers.
Prized Leadership Experience: After their time serving in the Army, officers are often considered prime candidates for management roles and executive positions for top companies such as JP Morgan Chase & Co., Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and many more. Students choose West Point as the proven path to starting a lifelong journey of leadership.
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