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Hampton University Pre-College Program for current Juniors/Seniors
The Hampton University Pre-College/Summer Bridge Program is a five-week, academic enrichment, residential program. The Pre-College/Summer Bridge Program promotes and secures an environment where students will have an opportunity to grow personally, while they enhance their academic and leadership possibilities. By attending the program, students will gain exposure to the full range of resources and facilities that are made available to them by the university. The program invites students that will complete their junior or senior year of high school by June 2024 as well as students who may not be attending Hampton University in the fall, but would like a head start on introductory courses. This year the Pre-College/Summer Bridge Program will be held June 14 – July 19, 2024. $$$$
https://home.hamptonu.edu/academics/summer/precollege/
UVA Design Discovery
Design Discovery is a 6-day summer program hosted by the UVA School of Architecture that invites high school students of all backgrounds to unlock their creativity through design thinking. Each session will demystify design and introduce it as an empowering way of seeing and working in the world.
Participants will operate in both academic and real-world settings: a learning-through-making workshop series, an architecture firm visit, and a tour of an active construction site. An ‘I See Me’ lunch and learn series features conversations with a diverse cross-section of UVA alumni, faculty, and students. All youth participants will have access to dedicated workspace in our studio environment with appropriate safety orientation to our robust Fabrication Lab. Each program session culminates in a celebratory exhibit with food, families, and friends.
https://www.arch.virginia.edu/programs/design-discovery
Latinx Leadership Academy at James Madison University
FOR RISING HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS
The LLA offers rising high school sophomores and juniors the opportunity to: identify leadership skills, apply leadership skills to collaborative project with peers, reflect on our identity and heritage, get glimpse of college life through a stay away institute on college campus, build self-awareness and confidence that can be applied to their academics in high school
APPLICATION PROCESS:
The LLA accepts open applications for current freshman and sophomore students between Feb - May. Accepted students will participate in a no-cost two night/three day in person program with workshops on self-awareness, civic engagement, and leadership led by college mentors and university facilitators. Families will be invited to join us in person for a picnic and JMU campus tour on July 25 (transportation will not be provided).
Howard University Summer Programs in Business/Leadership
Sunday July 14th 2024 - Friday July 19th 2024
Howard University’s School of Business Summer Enrichment Programs introduces students to college life, teamwork, and fundamentals in four growing areas of business: Accounting, Information Systems, Actuarial Science, and Entrepreneurship. due by April 1
https://business.howard.edu/students/high-school-summer-enrichment-programs
Iowa Young Writers
In person or virtual
In person: Every summer we offer both in-person and online versions of the 2-week Summer Residential Program. The summer 2024 in-person and online programs will run concurrently from June 16-29, 2024 (Session 1) and again from July 14-27, 2024 (Session 2). Students at the Summer Residential Program will spend 2 weeks deeply immersed in the art and craft of creative writing. Each student will take one core course for the duration of the session. The core courses are taught by graduates of the renowned Iowa Writers' Workshop. Students may select a core course in fiction writing, poetry writing, or creative writing (which includes some combination of fiction, poetry, and personal essay). We also offer core courses in TV writing and playwriting. Students will share their writing with teachers and peers, receive constructive critique, and participate in writing exercises and activities. To supplement the core courses, we'll also offer readings by exciting published writers; workshops on process and aspects of craft; discussions on writing-adjacent subjects (literary translation, film, revision, mental health); collaborative projects to allow small groups of students to work together; as well as open mics, talent shows, icebreakers, and social gatherings designed to give students the opportunity to connect with one another.
The Iowa Young Writers' Studio offers 6-week online creative writing courses for high school students twice every year! We offer the online courses for 6 weeks every winter, mid-January through late February, and every summer, late June through early August. We do not offer online courses in the fall. We accept applications in September and October for winter courses and in March and April for summer courses (check this page for updated information). We accept applications from students in the United States and welcome applications from abroad. We accept applications from 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th graders. Students must be able to read and write in English. The online courses run independently of the Summer Residential Program, and though they're intended for students with a passionate interest in writing, admissions decisions for these courses are based less on writing ability than on enthusiasm and commitment to learning.
Apply by April. Note that courses run next winter as well!
Jefferson Madison Regional Library X Charlottesville NAACP seeking Library Intern
This program offers 200 hours of library work experience and a stipend of $3,000. In addition, Interns are eligible for an annual scholarship of $2,000 to be used toward completion of an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree. Total possible annual value of this program: $5,000.
Applicants cannot receive this program award more than twice. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age or entering the 12th grade to apply, and must be residents of Albemarle, Charlottesville, Greene, Louisa, or Nelson. See Ms. Newman for the application packet.
Camp Psych at Gettysburg College (PA)
https://www.gettysburg.edu/academic-programs/psychology/student-opportunities/camp-psych/
Camp Psych provides rising high school Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors a window into how psychological science works. Camp Psych is a one-week residential program on the Gettysburg College campus. Our 2024 program is scheduled for July 14-19, 2024
2024 Virginia Junior Academy of Science Symposium
Students and teachers are invited to this free virtual symposium to hear about STEM research projects by students in grades 7 through 12. This is an excellent opportunity for students who are considering entering into the competition next year with their research. Additionally, VJAS is looking for judges to review student research projects. The 2024 VJAS Symposium will be held on May 4.
Dental Careers Exploration Summer Program at VCU
Deadline: May 1, 2024
Dates July 15 - 19, 2024
Location: VCU School of Dentistry - 520 N. 12th St., Richmond, VA 23298
https://dsei.vcu.edu/paths/programs/high-school/dental-careers-exploration/
Pharmacy Summer Scholars at VCU
Application Deadline: April 30, 2024
Dates July 15- July 19, 2024
Location MCV Campus (VCU School of Pharmacy: Robert Blackwell Smith Building)
https://dsei.vcu.edu/paths/programs/high-school/pharmacy-summer-scholars/
US Department of Forestry/Summer Camp Woods and Wildlife
The Virginia Department of Forestry, in cooperation with other natural resource conservation agencies and organizations, has proudly administered Camp Woods and Wildlife (formerly called Holiday Lake Forestry Camp) for more than 70 years. Camp Woods and Wildlife is an academic, structured, residential camp that focuses on field experiences in forestry and other natural resources. This unique camping experience introduces 13-16-year-olds to the challenges, special skills, and knowledge needed for managing the forest resources we use and enjoy every day. Due April 26
Camp Woods and Wildlife is ideal for students who:
wish to explore forestry and wildlife related careers
participate in forestry and wildlife judging teams, Envirothon competitions, or ecology clubs
want to experience hands-on learning and gain real-world skills in natural resources conservation
June 17-21, 2024
2024 Camp information and application now available.
https://dof.virginia.gov/education-and-recreation/youth-education/camp-woods-wildlife/
Virginia Council on Women Annual STEAM-H Essay Contest
The Contest awards high school senior girls pursuing STEAM-H majors and careers with scholarships to aid with their tuition at institutions of higher education, to include but not limited to four-year colleges and universities, community colleges, and career and technical schools in the Commonwealth of Virginia and throughout the Unites States. The Council will provide one merit-based and one need-based scholarship to high school senior girls in each of the five geographic regions across the Commonwealth. Apply by April 7!
US Naval Academy Summer STEM--Summer STEM and Summer Scholars, US Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD
Summer Seminar For Rising Seniors
Summer Seminar Program kick-starts your Naval Academy application by giving you a taste of life at the Academy. For one week in June, you will experience first-class academic, athletic and professional training while building lifelong friendships with campers from all over the world.
https://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/index.php
For Students Entering 9th – 11th Grade/Naval Academy SUMMER STEM
Summer STEM at the Naval Academy is a vibrant week of problem solving, exploratory learning, critical thinking, and team building for rising 9th-11th graders interested in a future in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
NOVAEDGE Villanova Diversity in Engineering
NovaEdge Diversity in Engineering is a one-week, on campus program to introduce a diverse population of students from different ethnic and social backgrounds to the traditional fields of engineering, including Chemical, Civil and Environmental, Computer and Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering. Students also will be introduced to unique aspects of Villanova’s College of Engineering, which include international service learning, Sustainable Engineering and Engineering Entrepreneurship. Lectures and hands-on laboratory experiments are taught by Villanova engineering faculty, and daily guest speakers will bridge academia and industry. During the evening, students will enjoy fun and engaging activities with resident assistants and also work on any assigned engineering projects.
In addition to this introduction to engineering, the NovaEdge program includes a presentation on the college admissions process. It is a one week on campus program.
NovaEdge 2024 Program Dates: July 13th - July 20th
Participants stay on campus during this one-week summer program.
Open to rising sophomores, juniors and senior high school students.
Parents/guardians are responsible for student transportation to and from campus. Villanova University will provide transportation for students who arrive on an airport flight only.
Students may not drive their own car to the NovaEdge summer program
The program cost of $775 must be paid in full once the student is selected into the program.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided
Students will stay in a student hall which is on main campus
Registration is not complete until required forms are received.
If your student is selected, a deposit will be due to secure your student's spot in the program. Due March 31
https://www1.villanova.edu/university/engineering/villanova-engineering-experience/STEM-Outreach/novaedge.html
Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Save the Bay Photo Contest
https://www.cbf.org/events/photo-contest/
Adroit Journal Poetry/Writing Summer Mentorship
The Adroit Journal’s Summer Mentorship Program is an online program that pairs established writers with high school students (including graduating seniors) and gap year students (Classes of ’23 or ’24) interested in learning more about the creative writing processes of drafting, redrafting and editing. Apply by March 31
Summer Mentorship Program — Details & Guidelines - The Adroit Journal
10 Minute Play Contest/Lewis Center for the Arts/Princeton
due April 1 (or when max entries received) https://arts.princeton.edu/about/opportunities/high-school-contests/ten-minute-play-contest/
https://arts.princeton.edu/about/opportunities/high-school-contests/ten-minute-play-contest/
Carleton College Pre College Summer Program/Carleton Liberal Arts Experience for rising Seniors*
Program Dates and Deadlines: TBD (check their website or email their admissions office for updates)
The Carleton Liberal Arts Experience (CLAE) is a free, week-long summer academic program for high school students. CLAE supports 52 high school students who have just completed their junior year *(THIS IS A CHANGE--now they serve rising SENIORS*). CLAE Scholars experience the benefits of a liberal arts college education through classes in science, art, social studies, and technology. Students from across the country are invited to apply for this academic program.
CLAE is intended for students who identify as Black or African American, or who have an interest in African American culture. Throughout the week, scholars will focus on African American community and identity through the framework of a liberal arts education.
CLAE also includes preparation and guidance for the college search and application process. CLAE Scholars live in our campus dorms for the week, with opportunities to explore our college town and the Twin Cities and participate in fun group activities.
Who should apply?
Students who identify as Black or African American, or who have an interest in African American culture, are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be college-bound high school students who are current sophomores. The CLAE program occurs in the summer between sophomore and junior year of high school. Please note that the selection process for CLAE is competitive, and successful applicants tend to demonstrate great academic promise and a strong level of community involvement. due April 7
https://www.carleton.edu/admissions/visit/clae/
Winter Deadlines
DREAM Scholarship/National Scholarship Award
Highly motivated undocumented students who are eligible to receive in-state tuition in their home state (not applicable if attending a private institution) but still have significant, unmet financial need. Applications are open to undocumented immigrant students with or without DACA or TPS who came to the U.S. before the age of 16 and before Nov. 1, 2018. The National Scholarship Award will cover your tuition and fees at one of our Partner Colleges up to a maximum of $33,000 for a bachelor’s degree.
Some Scholars may receive an additional stipend for books, supplies, and transportation for up to $6,000. While we consider your GPA, we place great emphasis on your dedication to community service and your commitment to academic and career success despite the barriers and challenges that undocumented students face daily.
https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/national-scholarship/
QUESTBRIDGE Program for High School Juniors, Applications Open Feb 1
https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/college-prep-scholars
Applying to college can seem daunting, and the prospect of paying for it can seem even more overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges. Application opens Feb 1, due in March (more info on the COLLEGE page)
Black Womanhood in College Workshop
April 20 8:30-5, register by March 15
at UVA--Includes leadership and admission geared activities, a college exposure session with black women alums, and perspectives on college life https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNkZ3El46187dWk4zEhmDhgRglfVr0hZoN4SnB2WPE0mfBAA/viewform
BLACK COLLEGE INSTITUTE at Virginia Tech Summer Program for RISING Juniors and Rising Seniors
The Black College Institute is an academic summer enrichment program by Virginia Tech. It hosts talented, high-achieving and academically curious rising high school juniors and seniors. For 2024, all three sessions will be held in-person over a 4-day period for rising juniors and 5-day period for rising seniors.
While this program is designed to attract underrepresented and/or first-generation students, we welcome the participation of any student who has a potential interest in Virginia Tech. Our program activities are planned using a multicultural perspective though we place special emphasis on the African-American identity.
Applications open and are due by March 22.
https://www.vt.edu/admissions/black-college-institute.html
VALHEN Hispanic STEM Academy at George Mason University
George Mason University is excited to partner again with the Virginia Latino Higher Education Network (VALHEN) to offer the VALHEN Hispanic STEM Academy. This unique experience offers participants a series of interactive and hands-on sessions across a wide range of STEM disciplines, held in Mason’s cutting-edge labs and facilities. VHSA is open to all rising Virginia high school sophomores and juniors, and was designed to meet the unique needs of Hispanic/Latine and other underserved communities.
When: July 24 through July 26, 2024
Where: George Mason University's Fairfax Campus
The 2024 VHSA theme is Sustainable Development. Participants will design solutions to complex, global challenges, developing their research, problem-solving, and science communication skills.
Participants in this program will:
Attend university lectures and complete hands-on STEM challenges across science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines, facilitated by George Mason University faculty.
Collaborate with VHSA Guides and fellow students on group research projects addressing real-world global challenges such as hunger, access to clean water, pollution, and climate change.
Explore 21st Century STEM postsecondary and career pathways.
Connect with STEM faculty and professionals, and VHSA peer guides.
Connect with students from across Virginia who are equally passionate about STEM and sustainability.
The program is free for selected students. Participants reside overnight on campus for two nights (double occupancy in a traditional dormitory setting with a shared bathroom). Bed linens and meals are provided for the duration of the program. Transportation is not available - selected students must provide transportation to/from VHSA.
Hispanic College Institute at Virginia Tech
The Hispanic College Institute (HCI) is a four-day residential program hosted at Virginia Tech that focuses on rising high school juniors and seniors in hopes of introducing them to the college search process. We match them up with current college students that lead teams that we call FAMILIAs. The students spend those four days learning from each other as well as their leaders (LEADS and Jr LEADS) and building confidence; not only confidence about getting into Virginia Tech but self-confidence about how to be successful in life.
https://www.vt.edu/admissions/hispanic-college-institute.html
https://admit.vt.edu/register/hci24app
Boys State and Girls State (Juniors)
Descriptions under Humanities (above)
Caminos al Futuro (Juniors) at George Washington University
Caminos al Futuro is a free pre-college and residential summer program led by George Washington University's Cisneros Hispanic Leadership Institute. To be eligible, you must be a rising senior at a U.S. high school with a high-level of academic achievement and a demonstrated commitment to leadership in service of the Latino/Hispanic community.
During the three-week intensive program, Caminos scholars live on the GW campus and examine the social, economic and political transformations affecting the Hispanic/Latino community in a college-like environment.
Participants get a first-hand view of policymaking in the nation’s capital with visits to Congress, government agencies and leading non-profits. Scholars also participate in university-style lecture series, writing labs, and community action projects, meet with admissions specialists in a series of workshops to prepare them for the college application process.
https://cisneros.columbian.gwu.edu/caminos-al-futuro
Application Opens: December 15, 2023
Application Closes: March 1, 2024
Informational Webinars: December 8, 2023; January 8, 2024; February 8, 2024
Student Scholarship to Study in France-Summer 2024
The American Society of the French Academic Palms will offer 3 summer scholarships of $4000 each to be used in a French-speaking country to students whose interest in the French language and Francophone cultures has been identified by their French instructors. Their primary purpose is to provide students with the opportunity to become more proficient in the language and to understand and appreciate cultures found in the French- speaking world. Apply by February 14.
HIGH SCHOOL SPRING BREAK at Virginia Tech
High School Spring Break is a Spring program for rising high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors that offers students the opportunity to participate in an admissions information session, learn about student life, dining, the campus experience, and what it means to be a Hokie. High School Spring Break will be held March 25-29 and April 1-4.
https://www.vt.edu/admissions/undergraduate/visit/high-school-spring-break.html
Congressional Art Competition Sponsored by US Congress
The Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and in each congressional district.
https://www.house.gov/educators-and-students/congressional-art-competition
Elie Wiesel Filmmaking Competition
https://holocaustcommission.jewishva.org/wiesel
Young American Patriotic Art Contest sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW
https://vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships/young-american-creative-patriotic-art-contest/
Deadline is March 31
Youth Wildflower Art Contest sponsored by Shenandoah National Park
https://www.nps.gov/shen/youth-wildflower-art-contest.htm
due April 7
Pathways for Future Engineers at Virginia Tech Summer Program
Pathways for Future Engineers is a multi-year Virginia Tech College of Engineering program designed to support first generation students and their families on the pathway from high school to an engineering degree. The program includes pre-college activities (while students are still in high school) as well as additional support as students pursue their undergraduate degree.
Participants in this program must be a Virginia resident and entering grades 10th, 11th, or 12th in the Fall of 2024. Participation in this program is limited to potential first-generation college students meaning that neither parent graduated from a four-year higher education institution or equivalent institution in the United States or abroad.
Dates: Sunday, June 16th to Saturday, June 29th 2024. *Dates may vary within these two weeks based on year in school.
Deadline is March 1 for a completed application
https://eng.vt.edu/ceed/ceed-pre-college-programs/Pathways.html
Allied Health Career Exploration (AHCE)
Regular decision deadline: Apr 1, 2024
Dates June 10 - 21, 2024
Location VCU Health Campus.
https://dsei.vcu.edu/paths/programs/college/allied-health-career-exploration-ahce/
C-Tech2 at Virginia Tech Summer Program for rising Junior and Senior Girls
C-Tech² offers an opportunity to learn about college life--from residence halls to classrooms and everything in-between. It provides access to information and technology necessary to best prepare you for your future. The C-Tech² program is designed and intended for rising junior and senior high school girls.
This year we will offer two sessions of this program. The first (C-Tech^2) will expose students to the broad range of engineering disciplines. The second, University Partnership for Workforce Advancement and Research & Development in Semiconductors (UPWARDS), will focus on the microelectronics industry, cleanroom fabrication and career opportunities. Participants should be interested in pursuing electrical, computer, materials science or chemical engineering or a related field. UPWARDS is funded in part by the National Science Foundation, Micron Technology, Inc., and Tokyo Electron Ltd.
Dates: C-Tech²: Sunday, June 30 – Saturday, July 13, 2024
UPWARDS: Sunday, July 14 - Saturday, July 27, 2024
Deadlines: Applications close: Sunday, March 10th
https://eng.vt.edu/ceed/ceed-pre-college-programs/c-tech2/apply-to-c-tech-.html
Black Engineering Excellence at Virginia Tech (BEE VT)
is a two-week summer, residential, program at our main campus in Blacksburg, Virginia for rising junior and senior high school students. It offers an opportunity to explore the many facets of engineering while also learning about college life--from residence halls to classrooms and everything in-between. While this program is designed to attract underrepresented students, we welcome the participation of any student who has a potential interest in engineering at Virginia Tech. Our program activities are planned using a multicultural perspective though we place special emphasis on the Black/African-American identity.
BEE VT will be held Sunday, July 14 – Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Applications are open for 2024. Applications Close: Sunday, March 24, 2024
https://eng.vt.edu/ceed/ceed-pre-college-programs/BEEVT.html
Society of Military Engineers Summer STEM/Engineering and Construction
SAME offers week-long summer STEM/Engineering & Construction Camps for high school students! Led by industry professionals and other volunteers from the military and engineering community, the SAME Camps Program focuses on hands-on, project-based learning that provides students with opportunities to begin exploring STEM fields, including science, engineering and construction as well as technology and the environment, and to chart a course for future education, leadership, and workforce opportunities.
The camps each feature many dynamic activities, including building concrete beams and dog kennels, operating drones and remote-controlled underwater vehicles, using survey equipment, conducting experiments, constructing and racing cardboard boats, and more! $100-700
Application Deadline: March 15, 2024 https://www.same.org/camps/
Pathways to Science/Caminos a la Ciencia at Randolph-Macon College in VA
Our program lasts 3 nights and 4 days, and is based at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Va. The entire program is FREE to rising 10th or rising 11th grade students who are selected to attend. Participants will experience college life in a safe, supervised environment, living in one of our dormitories with other participants and eating in our dining hall. Dedicated Resident Assistants will make sure they are happy, safe, and acclimatized to our campus. Our participants will learn about STEM careers through hands-on activities, trips to local STEM-focused companies, and field trips to places like the Science Museum of Virginia, Maymont, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, and Kings Dominion. Summer program dates: Sunday July 7 - Wednesday July 10, 2024Completed Application DUE March 22A free 3 night residential experience at Randolph-Macon College, including all meals, trips, and other materials.Scholarship funds to be used at the college of her choosing upon successful completion of the program.The opportunity to return to Randolph-Macon to complete a second program and earn additional scholarship money.Lifelong friendships with other girls who love STEM.https://pathwaystoscienceva.com/FEMA Youth Preparedness Councilhttps://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/individuals-communities/youth-preparedness-council
Young Innovators Climate Energy Program Summer at University of ChicagoThis one-week residential program provides talented and ambitious students a window into future careers in the realm of climate and energy policy. Through rigorous discussion-based classes, readings, lectures, and collaborative hands-on projects, students will learn about pressing current issues in climate and energy from leading faculty in the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago (EPIC), the Becker Friedman Institute, and the Climate Impact Lab. Students will also be exposed to the kinds of opportunities available in a large urban center for academic work and professional development (as well as just for fun!) through activities that showcase the city of Chicago, including a tour and discussion panel with industry professionals at Invenergy's Chicago headquarters. apply by March 5 FREEhttps://summer.uchicago.edu/programs/young-innovators-climate-energy-program
Neubauer Phoenix STEM Summer Program at University of Chicago The Neubauer Phoenix STEM Summer Program offers the opportunity for outstanding students of all backgrounds who value diversity of thought and experience with an interest in STEM-related areas to be exposed to UChicago’s distinctive approach and abundant research and academic opportunities in STEM fields. Apply by March 5 FREEhttps://summer.uchicago.edu/programs/neubauer-phoenix-stem-summer-scholars
Neubauer Family Adelante Scholars at University of Chicago
Outstanding Juniors who share the Neubauers’ commitment to Hispanic/Latino communities are invited to apply for an opportunity to participate in a week-long enrichment program featuring interdisciplinary classes with leading faculty, tours of UChicago’s cutting-edge research facilities, and college application workshops. Students will also be exposed to the kinds of opportunities available in a large urban center for academic work and professional development through activities that showcase the city of Chicago. Apply by March 5 FREE
https://summer.uchicago.edu/programs/neubauer-family-adelante-summer-scholars
Carnegie Mellon STEM programming (FREE)
*see eligibility requirements in each area!
AI for ALL Artificial Intelligence
EDGE National High School Game Academy
CS Computer Science Academy
SAMS Summer Academy in Math Science
Due March 1
https://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/index.html
Summer Research Fellows in Engineering or Computer Science at VCU
VCU Engineering invites high school students interested in engineering or computer science to apply for a six week summer program. Summer Research fellows will be expected to work a minimum of 60 hours during the summer, current dates are on the application. At the end of the summer program, the student will be expected to prepare a poster based on the research project that they have been part of. Posters will be presented at the end of the program.
Eligibility: High school students entering their junior or senior year who are interested in engineering or computer science may apply for this six week summer program.
Applications Open Feb 1, Due Mar 1, INTERNSHIPS are at VCU so you would need to commute (or have family you could stay with in Richmond--housing not provided)
Program dates are as of right now June 17th through July 26th.
Summer Research Opportunities in Engineering
https://egr.vcu.edu/summer-research/information/
Piedmont Regional Science Fair
Register by March 3
Competition is March 23
Open to all AHS students, grades 9-12. We encourage you (but don't require you) to do that AHS Science Fair first (to get some experience)...see above.
https://va-vprsf.zfairs.com/App?f=cf90057b-efa3-4e45-95db-7c0413cb492e
https://va-vprsf.zfairs.com/?siteid=FairInfo&f=cf90057b-efa3-4e45-95db-7c0413cb492e
Virginia Boys' State
AHS young men/juniors--are you interested in government, politics, and leadership? American Legion Boys State is among the most respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school students.
At Boys State, participants learn the rights, privileges and responsibilities of franchised citizens. The training is objective and centers on the structure of city, county and state governments. Operated by students elected to various offices, Boys State activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law-enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, choruses and recreational programs.
Eligibility: High school juniors are selected by local American Legion Posts to attend the program.
Only young men, who have successfully completed their junior year of high school and have at least one semester of high school remaining, are eligible.
Please ask to meet with Ms. Newman, your counselor, or Mrs. Parsons ASAP to be considered for application/interview.
Virginia Girls State
Virginia Girls State is a program of The American Legion Auxiliary, a community service organization. For over 100 years the American Legion Auxiliary has been serving, helping, and meeting the needs of our nation’s veterans, military, and their families — both here and abroad.
The 2024 ALA Virginia Girls State program is scheduled to be held on the campus of Longwood University from Sunday June 16 to Saturday June 22, 2024.
The goal of the American Legion Auxiliary Virginia Girls State is to teach rising high school seniors the responsibilities of citizenship in a democratic society.
Eligibility: High school juniors are selected by local American Legion Posts to attend the program.
Please ask to meet with Ms. Newman, your counselor, or Mrs. Parsons ASAP to be considered for application/interview.
Society of Women Engineers at UVA High School Visitation, Spring
The Society of Women Engineers at the University of Virginia invites high schoolers to apply to our High School Visitation program on Saturday, March 16th, 2024 held on our Charlottesville Grounds. The program provides high school students a comprehensive look at engineering fields and UVA’s engineering curriculum through informative speakers, an interactive design activity, tours, and much more. The program is designed to benefit participants with all levels of engineering experience, but we particularly target those students who are not yet familiar with the field and may be interested in applying to engineering schools or pursuing a STEM career.
To apply, students should complete the HSV Spring 2024 Application which can be found here. Students who have previously applied to HSV, are in the targeted grade level, and demonstrate a strong interest in engineering through their short answer questions will receive priority acceptance.
The attached information packet provides more information about the event and instructions on how to apply online through our website. Additionally, the attached flyer can be distributed for easy advertisement of the event.
The online application must be completed by 11:59 pm on Sunday, February 18th, 2024. https://www.virginiaswe.org/hsv
National Youth Science Camp-June 29 to July 20
This in-person Camp is a free residential honors program for two high school graduates from each state. Applicants must graduate from high school between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2025. Selected delegates must commit to attending the full camp. Applications are due by February 29 at 11:59 p.m. Contact Gregory MacDougall with questions.
2024 National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp) – National Youth Science Academy (nysacademy.org)
Health and Medical Sciences Governor's School, just ANNOUNCED 1/12/24
Applications will be available outside the Talent Development Office, room 97H on Thursday Jan 19
Completed applications due to Ms. Newman by Feb 5 at 3 pm.
Summer Residential Governor’s School for Medicine and Health Sciences The Virginia Department of Education is pleased to offer a relaunch of the Summer Residential Governor’s School for Medicine and Health Sciences for Summer 2024. The program will be held in collaboration with Radford University and the Blue Ridge Partnership for Health Science Careers in Roanoke, Virginia from June 23, 2024, to July 20, 2024.
The Summer Residential Governor’s School (SRGS) for Medicine and Health Sciences provides an enhanced curriculum that explores medicine and the health sciences as a foundation for integrated study. ▪ The Medicine and Health Sciences SRGS program is designed to enhance the connection between research in health sciences and the practice of medicine. Completed applications due to Ms. Newman by Feb 1 at 3 pm.
Application:
If you have trouble downloading the application or formatting is off, come pick up a hard copy in room 97H.
Albemarle High School Science Fair
Open to all AHS students interested in science, scientific research grades 9-12
Enter as an individual or in a team of 2
Timeline:
Decide on Research Project and meet with Mr. Huff khuff@k12albemarle.org to present your idea
Initiate Research Projects
Jan 3 - Feb 15 Work on Projects -
Feb 23 AHS Science Fair (all day event at AHS)
March 23 Virginia Piedmont Regional Science Fair (see below, this is a seperate contest, but you could enter both)
Can be a Science project or an Engineering project
See projects from last year HERE
Look at High School ‘Passion Projects’ list HERE
Consider science fair Categories HERE - find interesting Categories
Visit regional science fair website for ideas and information HERE
Review previous regional science winning projects HERE.
Mr. Kevin Huff is the sponsoring AHS HERO for this event. Email him khuff@k12albemarle.org if you want to enter and have an idea.
Aviation College Scholarships-Due March 1
The Virginia Department of Aviation is offering three college scholarships for the Commonwealth's twelfth grade students. The Plentl, Lillard, and Scott scholarships are awarded to students who are planning on entering an aviation-related program at a higher education institution. Students may apply to all three scholarships if they are eligible. Contact anthony.sotelo@doav.virginia.gov for more information.
Emily Couric Leadership Forum
Are you a young woman who is interested in leadership and plans a future in college? The Emily Couric Leadership Forum is having a webinar specifically for young leaders entitled "Claiming Your Future - All Talk About College". It is geared more for grades 9-11
Webinar is January 31 in the evening
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecxNtXnRqC8PwosqO-UGevSLmOCt1dK2ZDVaURbrWMwycMwg/viewform
National Youth Science Camp (for high school graduating Seniors)
applications due February 29
2024 National Youth Science Camp (NYSCamp) – National Youth Science Academy (nysacademy.org)
High School Fed Challenge
The 2023 – 2024 competition theme is Economics of Work
“The Federal Reserve has a dual mandate to promote maximum employment and price stability. These goals are intrinsically linked—price stability is essential to sustaining maximum employment over the long term and for the economy to reach its full potential.” – John C. Williams, President and Chief Executive Officer.
Work and employment are key economic drivers with impact ranging from the well-being of individual households, families, and towns to the stability and growth of nations. The types of work that people do and how they work shift and evolve over time to raise countless questions about workforce characteristics, mobility, and agility. Different views of the nature of work can inform a wide variety of policies and outcomes.
Register your team by Feb 15
Paper due in March--Winner published in the Journal of Future Economics
https://www.newyorkfed.org/outreach-and-education/high-school/high-school-fed-challenge
USDA 1890 Scholars Program (Full Tuition)
The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program is aimed at increasing the number of students from rural and underserved communities who study food, agriculture, natural resource and other related sciences. The scholarship provides recipients with full tuition, fees, books, room and board. Scholars attend one of the 1890 land-grant universities and pursue degrees in agriculture, food, natural resource sciences, or related academic disciplines. The scholarship may also include work experience at USDA. For more info, see the College and Career Tab or visit: https://www.usda.gov/partnerships/1890NationalScholars
The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program is open to high school seniors entering their freshman year of college
Virginia Space Grant Consortium's Building Leaders for Advancing Science and Technology (BLAST) SUMMER PROGRAM
Building Leaders for Advancing Science and Technology offers an exciting way for current 9th/rising 10th grade students to spend three days of summer! Participating students get to stay in a college dorm and see what campus life is like on-site at one of our five partner universities: Old Dominion University, Radford University, the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, or William & Mary. No previous experience in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) is needed, and this program is FREE for participants. BLAST is designed to help students find their place in STEM.
Each day of BLAST is jam-packed with STEM-related activities and demonstrations led by faculty of the university. Students come away from BLAST with a greater sense of curiosity, deeper insight about the variety of careers that exist in STEM fields, and enhanced readiness for advanced programs in science, technology, engineering, and math.
One Pager Challenge from the New York Times
It's not just a good way to get published, but it's a good way to practice your critical thinking and grow your portfolio of writing. Might make an interesting AHS Writer's Club too! Just an idea!
Due January 18, 2024
CSpan Student Cam Short Documentary Competition
StudentCam is C-SPAN's annual national video documentary competition that encourages students to think critically about issues that affect our communities and our nation.
This year we are celebrating our 20th anniversary of the competition and for 2024, we are asking students in grades 9-12 to create a short (5-6 minute) video documentary on a topic that relates to the competition theme, "Looking Forward while Considering the Past."
The submission deadline for all entries will be 11:59pm PST on Friday, January 19, 2024. With cash prizes totaling $100,000 each year, C-SPAN awards prizes to the student filmmakers of the top 150 student documentaries.
JMU Summer Honors Institute 2024
July 14 - 20, 2024
The JMU Summer Honors Institute is a unique, week-long program where talented, rising high school juniors and seniors get a first-hand look at life in a dynamic university and its Honors College.
As a JMU Summer Honors student, you can:
Experience the excitement of life at a great university
Take hands-on courses with outstanding faculty (Summer Honors Institute courses are not eligible for JMU credit.)
Explore careers and academic majors from the sciences, humanities, arts, business, and social sciences
Learn about how college Honors programs can help you make the most of your college experience
Attend admissions workshops and enhance your college applications
Live in a dorm and explore the JMU campus
Go on field trips, explore downtown, and do other fun activities in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley
Who can attend:
Up to 30 talented high school students who have completed their sophomore or junior year will be invited to attend following a competitive application process.
Cost to attend:
The cost is a $1,500 fee to both Virginia and non-Virginia resident students. This covers instructors, class materials, housing, meals, and all activities. Consider bringing money for snacks, the bookstore, and personal items.
https://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/honorscamp/index.shtml
Young Writers Competition
Longwood University is holding a young writer's competition for high school students in Virginia. The 2023-2024 contest theme is Taking Action. Students in the 9th-12th grades are invited to enter by submitting to one of the following categories: poetry, fiction, or nonfiction. Submissions will be accepted from February 1 to March 1, 2024. Find out more information, including details on submission, awards, and recognition today! https://longwoodenglishedu.wixsite.com/mysite/longwood-young-writers
The Coolidge Scholarship--Current AHS Juniors
The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student’s tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study. The Coolidge may be used by recipients at any accredited college or university in the United States. Anyone of any background, pursuing any academic discipline of study, may apply to this non-partisan, need-blind, program.
Students apply for the Coolidge Scholarship during their junior year of high school. Finalists are flown in for a finalist weekend at the Coolidge Historic Site in Plymouth Notch, Vermont where they interview with the Coolidge Scholars Finalist Jury. Recipients of the Coolidge Scholarship are notified of their award late in their junior year, before college application (note: current high school seniors are not eligible to apply). Finalists who are not named Coolidge Scholars are eligible to receive a smaller, one-time, college scholarship.
Calvin Coolidge worked hard in academics; the young New Englander’s only sport was public speaking, often on public policy. The main criterion that distinguishes Coolidge Scholars therefore is academic excellence. Secondary criteria include: demonstrated interest in public policy; an appreciation for the values Coolidge championed; as well as humility and service. https://coolidgescholars.org/about/ Deadline: January 18, 2024
Junior Science and Humanities Symposium sponsored by US Department of Defense and hosted at Longwood University
The STEM competition that challenges high school students from everywhere to achieve, and to build the skills that prepare them for college and career.
Deadline to Apply is Feb 2, competition Feb 24
Virginia Regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium – Hosted by Longwood University
High School Diplomats
High School Diplomats (HSD) is a scholarship program that brings together high school students from the United States and Japan each summer through two parallel experiences. HSD U.S. provides the opportunity for American and Japanese students to meet for eight days of cultural exchange in the United States. HSD Japan allows American students who have successfully completed HSD U.S. to apply for a full scholarship to travel to Japan for several weeks the following summer.
Apply by Jan 15
https://www.highschooldiplomats.com/
Bank of America Student Leaders Program/Internship Opportunity
Opportunity to serve, inspire, change--Open to Juniors and Seniors (11th and 12th grade)
Every year, hundreds of community-minded high schoolers are accepted into the Student Leaders program. They get first-hand experience in serving their communities through a paid eight-week internship with nonprofits like Boys and Girls Clubs of America and Habitat for Humanity.
They also get to see how nonprofits, governments and businesses collaborate to meet local needs by participating in the national Student Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C. Many of the students use their new-found skills to create more change and improve more lives, with inspiring stories of enthusiasm and commitment.
Applications due January 17, 2024
https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/student-leaders
Business Competition: Harvard Crimson Global Case Competition
is a business case competition for high school students aged 13-18 interested in exploring and solving a business challenge for a real company.
The chance to win work experience at a Fortune 500 company
A global achievement on applications to top universities with an outstanding extracurricular
Access to exclusive beginner-friendly events to learn about consulting, business economics analysis, case building, and more
Details can be found on their website https://www.casecomp.org/
AHS Literary Magazine: the Lantern (now taking submissions)
Submissions for the 2023 Literary/Arts Magazine are open from December 1st until January 8th at 11:59pm. You will be able to find the audio, writing, and art submission forms below. Remember, your submissions must be original works and that we accept art submissions of any medium (photography, sculpture, digital, painting, etc.). This year we are only accepting online submissions so make sure you submit any writing as a Google Doc.
https://ahslantern.wordpress.com/submissions/
Scholarship https://www.jamesalancoxfoundation.org/apply/
National Fish and Wildlife Service--Duck Stamp Contest
https://www.fws.gov/program/junior-duck-stamp/junior-duck-stamp-contest-information
Microsoft Imagine Cup
Join the Imagine Cup Cloud Skills Challenge to learn essential AI, entrepreneurial and technical skills you’ll need to excel in the 2024 Imagine Cup competition.
Unlock your startup's potential with Imagine Cup - the global technology startup competition for visionary student entrepreneurs harnessing the power of Microsoft AI. Build with AI through exclusive access to technology, receive expert mentorship, and the chance to win USD100,000 and a mentorship session with Microsoft CEO, Satya Nadella. It's your moment to accelerate your startup and showcase your visionary ideas on the global stage!
Register by Jan 24
https://imaginecup.microsoft.com/en-us
Power to Explore Student Challenge
Entry Deadline: Jan. 26, 2024 , open to grades 9-12
Contact: support@futureengineers.org
The Power to Explore Student Challenge invites students to dream up a new space mission powered by a Radioisotope Power System (RPS) to a destination with limited light. The writing contest is open to individual students attending U.S. public, private, charter, or home schools – including those in U.S. territories and schools operated by the U.S. for American personnel overseas. Forty-five semifinalists will receive an RPS prize pack, nine finalists will receive an exclusive virtual session with a NASA expert, and three winners will be awarded a trip for two to NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio.
Women in Mathematics Scholarship/Essay Contest
To increase awareness of women’s ongoing contributions to the mathematical sciences, the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) and Math for America co-sponsor an essay contest for biographies of contemporary women mathematicians and statisticians in academic, industrial, and government careers. The essays will be based primarily on an interview with a woman currently working in or retired from a mathematical sciences career. Participation is open to all high school students. due Feb 1
https://awm-math.org/awards/student-essay-contest/
Virginia Junior Academy of Science
If you have scientific research, consider submitting it (in paper format). VJAS is now accepting submissions for 2024.Students in grades 9-12 are eligible to submit their scientific research papers to the 2024 VJAS Symposium. Students can submit papers for consideration to become presenters at the Symposium or they may attend the event, gaining insights from presentations and speakers. The competition is divided into categories for middle and high school students. The highest achiever at VJAS earns a coveted invitation to the American Junior Academy of Sciences. The deadline to register your school is January 15, 2024. Let Ms. Newman know by Jan 13 if you want to submit so I can get the school registered! hnewman@k12albemarle.org
Reagan Foundation Scholarship
$10,000 renewable scholarship for high schoolers exemplifying attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces. Deadline is January 5, 2024
John F Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest ($10,000 prize)
The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation invites U.S. high school students to describe and analyze an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1917, the year John F. Kennedy was born.
Deadline is January 12, 2024
https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest
Jack Kent Cooke--The Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Program
is the largest undergraduate scholarship program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. In addition to the monetary award, Cooke Scholars receive comprehensive educational advising, significant cohort-based programming, and graduate school funding, as well as a thriving network of nearly 3,200 fellow Cooke Scholars and Alumni.
Each award is intended to cover a significant share of the student’s educational expenses – including tuition, living expenses, books and required fees. Awards vary by individual, based on the cost of tuition as well as other grants or scholarships he or she may receive.
This highly competitive scholarship includes:
The opportunity to graduate with as little debt as possible. The award, which is last dollar funding after all institutional aid, can provide as much as $55,000 per year to pursue a bachelor’s degree at any accredited undergraduate institution
Ability to pursue any area of study
Personal advising about selecting a college and navigating financial aid
Multifaceted advising about how to transition to college and maximize the college student experience
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Senior standing – Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2024.
Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2024.
GPA – Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above.
Demonstrate Unmet Financial Need – We will consider applicants with family annual gross income up to $95,000. During the selection process, the Foundation will conduct a full financial review which will take into account all income and assets of the student and the student’s parents. due Nov 16
https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/how-to-apply/
Autumn Deadlines
Virginia Summer Residential World Language Academies for 10th/11th graders
Governor's Summer Residential World Language Academies are 3-week pre-college programs to help you learn an language. You can choose ONE of 5 languages to study: full-immersion academies in French, German and Spanish; a partial-immersion Japanese Academy; and a Latin Academy. Students should be NON-NATIVE speakers.
Students must submit their name to Ms. H Newman by Dec 1 (fill out BOTH google forms) to be considered by ACPS World Language Teachers.
Interest Form by Dec 1: https://forms.gle/tjVgiqb7iSstbUXp6
Commit to Test Form by Dec 1: https://forms.gle/yDp3h7GcvxgC6wGt9
Teachers will then select 2 students in each category to apply.
Selected students must then take a new STAMP test, fill out an application, secure 2 letters of recommendation and write an essay.
The application process is highly competitive.
Summer Residential Governor’s Schools
applications open early October for 10th/11th graders.Virginia Summer Residential Governor’s School provides current high school sophomores 10th grade and juniors 11th grade with intensive educational experiences in:
Visual and Performing Arts (dance, visual arts, vocal, theater, or instrumental music)
Academic Governor’s Schools including humanities (HUM); agriculture/environmental science (AG); mathematics, science, and technology (MST); or through mentorships in marine science, or engineering (JLAB)
World Language Academies in French, Spanish, German, Latin and Japanese.
Each Summer Residential Governor’s School focuses on one special area of interest. Students live on a college or university campus for up to four weeks each summer. During this time, students are involved in classroom and laboratory work, field studies, research, individual and group projects and performances, and seminars with noted scholars, visiting artists, and other professionals. In the three mentorships, students are selected to work side-by-side with research scientists, physicians, and a variety of other professionals. A director and a student-life staff provide supervision of students 24 hours a day, throughout the program.
This is a highly-competitive program that students must APPLY for.
Applications can be picked up in the Talent Development office starting October 6. Students should draft themselves during Patriot Periods to Talent Development to begin the application process in October.
Students can only apply for/attend only ONE Governor’s School.
Deadlines for applications vary
Visual and Performing Arts: Fill Out 2 Forms by Nov 1 and AUDITION Nov 15
Interest Form Due Nov 1 https://forms.gle/BqAKFRLAeFuJNtUD8
Audition Sign Up Form Nov 1 https://forms.gle/rwNdToC53C8PR3yb8
and then AUDITION on November 15 at Monticello High School 4:15-8 pm (audition times will vary).
Here’s the link to PREPARE FOR YOUR AUDITION (Ex. requirements to prepare in advance of the audition): https://sites.google.com/k12albemarle.org/talentdevelopmentahs/governors-school
Virginia Summer Residential World Language Academies for 10th/11th graders
Governor's Summer Residential World Language Academies are 3-week pre-college programs to help you learn an language. You can choose ONE of 5 languages to study: full-immersion academies in French, German and Spanish; a partial-immersion Japanese Academy; and a Latin Academy. Students should be NON-NATIVE speakers.
Students must submit their name to Ms. H Newman by Dec 1 (fill out BOTH google forms) to be considered by ACPS World Language Teachers.
Interest Form by Dec 1: https://forms.gle/tjVgiqb7iSstbUXp6
Commit to Test Form by Dec 1: https://forms.gle/yDp3h7GcvxgC6wGt9
Teachers will then select 2 students in each category to apply.
Selected students must then take a new STAMP test, fill out an application, secure 2 letters of recommendation and write an essay.
The application process is highly competitive.
Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship
awards up to a $40,000 scholarship to those pursuing higher education in computer science, robotics, or hardware engineering, along with internship opportunities at Amazon who have financial need. Apply today to become one of the 400 students that earn this amazing win-win opportunity! Deadline to apply is December 15, 2023. Click here to apply: https://scholarshipamerica.org/amazonfutureengineer/
Burger King Scholars
Created in memory of Burger King Co-Founder James “Jim” W. McLamore, the Burger King℠ Scholars program provides scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $60,000 to high school students and BK employees and their families. Scholarships are intended to offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected through an application process that takes into consideration their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities, and community service. In 2022 alone, the Foundation awarded over $4.6 million in scholarships to nearly 4,000 students.
Deadline: December 15, 2023.
https://www.burgerkingfoundation.org/programs/burger-king-sm-scholars
NaNoWriMo --National Novel Writing Month
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a fun, empowering approach to creative writing. The challenge: draft an entire novel in just one month. Why do it? For 30 wild, exciting, surprising days, you get to silence your inner critic, let your imagination take over, and just create!
https://nanowrimo.org/national-novel-writing-month
US Department of State Tech Girls Global (with Virginia Tech)
TechGirls is a U.S.-based summer exchange program designed to empower and support young women (ages 15-17) from the United States and select countries around the world to pursue higher education and careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields through hands-on skills development training.
In 2024, the program will support 111 young women from 37 participating countries/territories and 13+ U.S. peers in a dynamic four-week U.S.-based experience with a seven-month mentoring program (including pre-and post-exchange).
Since 2012, TechGirls has trained and mentored 653 teenage girls. Initially, the TechGirls program focused on countries in the Middle East and North Africa. In the summer of 2022, the TechGirls program expanded globally, engaging a talented cadre of STEM-minded young women from the United States and select countries in all six regions of the world (Western Hemisphere, Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe and Eurasia, East Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, and South and Central Asia).
The core of the TechGirls program is a 24-day experience in the United States. In partnership with Virginia Tech, participants engage in an interactive tech camp that provides an in-depth examination of cutting-edge technologies and various educational and professional paths in STEM fields. Then, TechGirls travel to a city around the USA (Austin, Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Detroit, or Seattle) for community immersion and STEM career exploration. The TechGirls programming yields a multiplier effect as participants return home to conduct community-based projects with seven months of mentorship.
Bennington College Young Writers Awards
Bennington College has a unique literary legacy, including twelve Pulitzer Prize winners, three U.S. poet laureates, four MacArthur Geniuses, countless New York Times bestsellers, and two of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people.
In celebration of this legacy, Bennington launched the Young Writers Awards to promote excellence in writing at the high school level. Our goal with this competition is to recognize outstanding writing achievement by high school students.
Each year, students in the 9th-12th grades are invited to enter
https://www.bennington.edu/events/young-writers-awards
The New York Times 9th Annual Student Review Contest
Review a work of art, literature. music, fashion, or anything else.
Submit by 6 December.
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/24/learning/our-9th-annual-student-review-contest.html
Writing Contest sponsored by Fleet Reserve: "What Memorial Day Means to Me" Essay Contest
Cash Prizes
Due Dec 1
Honor Veterans by Designing a Pin
9-12th grade students AEOP, in partnership with Future Engineers, invites you to honor veterans by designing a 3D wearable pin. Show off your design and engineering skills. Submissions close on December 15, 2023. Learn more here https://www.futureengineers.org/weheartveterans
Imagine a Day without Water Contest (Youth Art Contest)
Grades 9-12
https://charlottesville.gov/500/Imagine-a-Day-without-Water
UNC Chapel Hill Project Uplift
Project Uplift is a summer enrichment and college access program designed to promote and increase access to higher education for rising high school seniors, especially those underrepresented in postsecondary education. Every summer, approximately 1,000 high school seniors participate in one of multiple Project Uplift sessions. Participants learn about the college admissions process, interact with faculty, staff, and current students, and participate in educational, cultural, and social activities.
For over 50 years, Project Uplift has consistently provided a diverse selection of rising high school seniors from across the United States with an opportunity to live, lead, and learn about the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on a first-hand basis.
We are looking for rising high school seniors who have shown outstanding academic ability, especially those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in post-secondary education. This includes students from underrepresented populations, such as American Indian, African American, Hispanic/Latinx and Asian American backgrounds. We also welcome prospective first-generation college students, students from rural communities, and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. While these are our target audiences, Project Uplift and Uplift PLUS are open for anyone to attend.
Eligibility:
In order to be eligible to apply to the 2024 Project Uplift and Uplift PLUS programs, applicants must be a current high school junior or a student who will be graduating from high school during or before the summer of 2025 and planning to enroll as a first-year student in college in the fall of 2025.
Applications open in January and close mid-March
https://diversity.unc.edu/project-uplift-and-uplift-plus/
United Nations Soil and Water Contest https://unric.org/en/soil-and-water-a-source-of-life-photo-contest/
Project Academic, Career and Education experiences (ACEe)
Click Here To Apply https://dsei.vcu.edu/paths/programs/high-school/project-academic-career-and-education-experiences-acee/
Apply: Oct 24, 2023 - Dec 8, 2023
Requirements: Online application, personal statement, official transcript and two letters of reference: one from a science teacher and the other from a guidance counselor.*
Program Description The goal of Project ACEe is to serve as a pathway program designed to increase the number of persons underrepresented in medicine and/or from disadvantaged backgrounds entering health professions. Preference is given to students attending Richmond public schools, identify as an under-represented minority or from a disadvantage background. However, all are welcome to apply.
Project ACEe is an after-school program that meets on Fridays for 90-minute workshops. Participants learn about different specialties and aspects of medicine through workshops and mentoring opportunities. Project ACEe participants receive preparatory information for successful admission to college and the medicine program at VCU.
Information Session Monday, October 23rd at 5:30. To register for this info session, click HERE.
Program Dates January 19 - March 22, 2024
Location: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond VA–McGlothlin Medical Education Center
VCU Dental Scholars Program (in Richmond, 8 evening sessions (commitment to all 8 is required to apply)
Apply by Nov 13, 2023
Requirements: Online application, personal statement, unofficial transcript, and one letter of reference.
Eligibility requirements: Greater Richmond area students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 who are interested in exploring a career in dentistry. Students must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
GPA Requirement: 3.0 or above.
Program description: VCU Dental Scholars is an after-school program that meets twice a month for 90-minute workshops in-person at VCU School of Dentistry. Program participants will have the opportunity to learn about the profession of dentistry through interactive workshops, as well as have the opportunity to carve a tooth out of soap, make a dental impression, learn how to suture, visit the digital dentistry lab, and MORE!
There is no cost for the program; dental lab supplies are provided. Commitment to full attendance (all 8 sessions) is required to participate.
2024 Program Dates include: January 10, January 24, February 7, February 21, March 13, March 27, April 10, and April 24 all from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. at VCU School of Dentistry (520 N. 12th St., Richmond, VA 23298).
https://dsei.vcu.edu/paths/programs/high-school/vcu-dental-scholars/
MIT THINK
THINK is a science, research, and innovation program for high school students.
Rather than requiring students to have completed a research project before applying, THINK caters to students who have done extensive research on the background of a potential research project and are looking for additional guidance in the early stages of their project. The program is organized by a group of undergraduates at MIT.
Selected finalists have weekly mentorship meetings with THINK team members for technical guidance, helpful resources, and updates on the projects progress and are given up to $1,000 in funding for their project. Additionally, if permitting, finalists are invited to a four-day all-expenses paid trip to MIT's campus, where they tour labs, present their research to MIT students and faculty, and hang out with members of the THINK team.
Applications are due January 1, 2024.
Society for Science/Regeneron Science Talent Search
Learn More about Regeneron STS, STEM students! High school seniors living in the United States who have
completed independent research projects are encouraged to apply online for the chance to win up to $250,000!
https://www.societyforscience.org/regeneron-sts/
NASA Langley, VA Student Art Contest
NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia is inviting students in grades K-12 to participate in the 2024 NASA Langley Art Contest, using the theme “Connect the Dots.” For thousands of years, explorers drew lines in the sky to connect the stars and reveal constellations illuminating the path of discovery to new worlds. Today, as we are surrounded by the destination of those designs, we must recognize the interwoven relationship between science, technology and art that has brought us here. In that tradition of artistic exploration, spurred by giant leaps and sonic booms, we again reach to reveal the next frontier. A new generation of explorers have possession of more information, better technology, and bigger dreams than ever before. But just as it was thousands of years ago, the next step of discovery is, as it always has been, to connect the dots.
The contest is open residents of the United States and currently in grade 9-12. The Art Contest submission period begins Dec. 1, 2023 and concludes on Dec. 31, 2023 at midnight EST.
https://artcontest.larc.nasa.gov/
The Science Ambassador Scholarship
A full–tuition scholarship for women/non-binary students who plan to pursue a career in STEM. Apply by Dec 13.
https://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/
Visual and Performing Arts Governor's School
Fill Out 2 Forms by Nov 1 and AUDITION Nov 15
Interest Form Due Nov 1 https://forms.gle/BqAKFRLAeFuJNtUD8
Audition Sign Up Form Nov 1 https://forms.gle/rwNdToC53C8PR3yb8
and then AUDITION on November 15 at Monticello High School 4:15-8 pm (audition times will vary).
Here’s the link to PREPARE FOR YOUR AUDITION (Ex. requirements to prepare in advance of the audition): https://sites.google.com/k12albemarle.org/talentdevelopmentahs/governors-school
National History Day/Virginia History Day Contest: Turning Points in History! Grades 9-12
Are you a historian? Do you love history class or the study of history? AHS has a NATIONALLY award-winning National History Day team and club. You can enter the contest by creating a documentary, exhibit, performance, website (individual or group) or paper (individual only). Groups may include two to five students.
So, what is a turning point in history?
A turning point is an idea, event, or action that directly, or sometimes indirectly, causes change.
Sometimes a turning point has immediate repercussions, making its significance obvious to people at the time. Sometimes, however, the impact of an event or decision or person is clear only in retrospect.
A turning point can be a personal decision in the life of one person or a political choice affecting millions.
It can be an event or idea with global or local consequences, or it can be the life of a single person whose actions inspire or affect others.
It can be an event, idea, or person from local, state, US, or world history.
The effect of a turning point in history might be social, political, economic, or cultural or a combination of the three.
Have an IDEA? Want to get started with your research?
Join the AHS National History Day Club on Club Days in Room 97H in the library or email Ms. H Newman TODAY. Hnewman@k12albemarle.org
Summer Residential Governor's School for Humanities
Each Summer Residential Governor’s School focuses on one special area of interest. Students (current 10th or 11th graders) live on a college or university campus for up to four weeks each summer. During this time, students are involved in classroom and laboratory work, field studies, research, individual and group projects and performances, and seminars with noted scholars, visiting artists, and other professionals. A director and a student-life staff provide supervision of students 24 hours a day, throughout the program.
This is a highly-competitive program that students must APPLY for.
Applications can be picked up in the Talent Development office starting October 6. Students should draft themselves during Patriot Periods to Talent Development to begin the application process in October.
Students can only apply for/attend only ONE Governor’s School.
Complete this interest form https://forms.gle/qK877suLsYD7RsbJ8
AND pick up an application in the Talent Development Office, Room 97H
Due Dec 1, Completed Applications to Ms. Newman in Talent Development Office HARD DEADLINE
Summer Residential Governor's School: Math Science Tech, Engineering Mentorship, Agriculture/Environmental Science, or Marine Science Mentorship
Each Summer Residential Governor’s School focuses on one special area of interest. Students (current 10th or 11th graders) live on a college or university campus for up to four weeks each summer. During this time, students are involved in classroom and laboratory work, field studies, research, individual and group projects and performances, and seminars with noted scholars, visiting artists, and other professionals. A director and a student-life staff provide supervision of students 24 hours a day, throughout the program.
This is a highly-competitive program that students must APPLY for.
Applications can be picked up in the Talent Development office starting October 6. Students should draft themselves during Patriot Periods to Talent Development to begin the application process in October.
Students can only apply for/attend only ONE Governor’s School.
Complete this interest form https://forms.gle/qK877suLsYD7RsbJ8
AND pick up an application in the Talent Development Office, Room 97H
Due Dec 1, Completed Applications to Ms. Newman in Talent Development Office HARD DEADLINE
Compromiso, Valores, Servicio (CVS)
Application Deadline: Nov. 1
Requirements: Online application including an essay; personal statement; translation of passage; one letter of reference from a teacher, faculty member, or volunteer/work supervisor; and an official transcript (GPA of 2.8 or above).
Eligibility requirements
High school seniors (18+), college-level students
Transcript (GPA of a 2.8 or above)
Resume
Letter of recommendation (1)
Faculty member
Volunteer or work
Online application
Perception of the Hispanic/Latino Community in American health care
Personal statement (Hard-coded question)
Translation of Spanish passage to English
Program description
Compromiso, Valores, Servicio, is a pathway program in the spring and early summer offered to Spanish-speaking bilingual students aged 18 and up who are interested in serving as members of a health care team. The program gives students experience serving as medical interpreters while exploring a career in pharmacy.
Participants meet once a week for two-hour sessions to develop clinical skills, learn about the pharmacy profession, and prepare for immersive shadowing opportunities at CrossOver Healthcare Ministry. Participants will interact with various VCU School of Pharmacy faculty, staff, and students throughout the spring semester with the intent of exposing them to different kinds of pharmacy careers and preparing them for the pharmacy school application. Participants will be matched with current pharmacy school students to receive one-on-one mentoring throughout the duration of the CVS Program. The program will close with a graduation celebration and dinner for all participants, faculty, staff, and students involved. Each participant will receive $500 per semester to cover any program costs.
Dates
January - May
Paperwork
W-9
Direct deposit form ($500 per semester)
Immunization form
Expectations form
Eval tracking form (SS #)
Location
VCU School of Pharmacy and off-site locations.
Contact information
For more information, please contact pharmacy@vcu.edu
https://dsei.vcu.edu/paths/programs/college/compromiso-valores-servicio-cvs/
Classical Musicians…Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award X NPR From the Top Grant
The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award is a one-time, need-based grant of up to $10,000 for classical instrumentalists, vocalists, and composers ages 8-18 who are full-time high school students and have not yet entered college.
Due: Nov 15 for Spring Class
https://fromthetop.org/apply/jack-kent-cooke-young-artist-award/
Piedmont Master Gardeners: Become a Master Gardner
The Albemarle-Charlottesville unit of Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) trains a new group of Extension Master Gardeners every year. The training course includes approximately 70 hours of instruction taught by experts in various gardening areas such as soil, botany, integrated pest management, disease diagnosis, and more. In alternating years, the EMG training course will be offered either through in-person instruction or in a hybrid format that includes virtual lectures interspersed with hands-on workshops. Anyone interested in the course will need to complete an application and background screening prior to admission to the course. Each trainee will have an Extension Master Gardener as a mentor who is available to provide support during class and throughout internship. deadline is Dec 1
https://piedmontmastergardeners.org/volunteer/become-a-master-gardener/
Congressional App Challenge
The Congressional App Challenge is the most prestigious prize in student computer science (we are in the 5th Congressional district). Do you have an idea for an APP? Challenge is open to middle and high school students who code.
*We’ve had a former AHS student WIN, so get coding today!
Due: November 1
https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/
Voice of Democracy Scholarship and Essay Contest
The Veterans of Foreign Wars is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student, the national first place winner receives a $35,000 scholarship paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school. A complete list of other national scholarships range from $1,000-$21,000, and the first place winner from each VFW Department (state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. The 2023-24 theme is: "What Are the Greatest Attributes of Our Democracy?" Read the contest rules before writing your essay!
Due: October 31
https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships
Statistics: William and Mary Gifted Education Saturday Enrichment (online class) in Statistics: Grade 9
Statistics Sanity students will lay a foundation of statistical knowledge through fun experiments involving real world data. Whether it be exploring the probability principles in a hands-on casino or conducting surveys about favorite candy or video games, students will collect, analyze, and draw conclusions in various settings. There will be projects students will create to help build skills in statistics. This is a great course to prepare students for high school or college Statistics. The use of technology (TI Graphing Calculator) and supplemental videos will be an integral part of the sessions. November 4th, 11th & 18th 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM $179
*for more information on eligibility, click here (or come see Ms. Newman in 97H in library)
https://education.wm.edu/centers/cfge/precollegiate/sep/_brochures/fall-sep-2023-brochure1.pdf
Think Like A Nurse! Introduction to the Nursing Profession! Grades 9 - 12 (William and Mary Gifted Education Saturday Enrichment online classes)
This class is an introduction to the practice of nursing. The concepts related to nursing as a profession, standards of care, professional ethics, nursing roles, communication, cultural awareness, holistic care, nursing process, critical thinking, collaboration, and community will be presented. Developmental concepts will be discussed with a focus on the elderly and the normal process of aging. This is a course designed for high schoolers who desire to pursue a career in the healthcare profession. Great introduction to the nursing process and critical thinking! November 4th, 11th & 18th 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM $179
*for more information on eligibility, click here (or come see Ms. Newman in 97H in library)
https://education.wm.edu/centers/cfge/precollegiate/sep/_brochures/fall-sep-2023-brochure1.pdf
EXPLORE DESIGN FUTURES in Architecture at UVA
Prospective architecture students are invited to explore design futures — how we use design to shape our futures as well as how design may shape your future. UVA alumni will introduce students to the four disciplines in the School of Architecture (architecture, landscape architecture, architectural history, and urban & environmental planning) and share how they use their A-School education in their professional careers.
Register now for this online session on THURSDAY NOVEMBER 16
This session will be held online from 6pm - 7.30pm (ET).
https://www.arch.virginia.edu/events/explore-design-futures-fall-2023
ON grounds tours of UVA School of Architecture run throughout the fall (online and at UVA)
https://www.arch.virginia.edu/events/ugrad-info-sessions-and-tours-fall-2023
Virginia National Bank's (VNB) Finance Career & Leadership Academy (FCLA, Academy)
is an instructional program designed to provide advanced personal finance and employment readiness training AND a path to career opportunities in banking for high school juniors and seniors within our communities.
The Academy runs as an in-person series of classroom meetings. The 2024 Academy will be held only in Charlottesville, Virginia, from February 5 – June 6, 2024 (weather cancellations may extend classes).
FREE for Juniors or Seniors who APPLY by November
https://www.vnb.com/index.php/news-articles-events/fcla
Prudential Emerging Visionaries is now accepting applications!
Now through November 2, 2023, we are looking to recognize young people, ages 14 – 18, for their inspiring commitment to change. If you are a young person with an innovative solution to a financial or societal challenge in your community, apply today.
If selected, you may qualify for up to $15,000 in awards, an all-expenses-paid trip with your parent or guardian to Prudential headquarters in Newark, New Jersey, and coaching and skills development to help take your initiative to the next level.
https://www.prudential.com/links/about/emergingvisionaries
Youth Wildlife Art Contest sponsored by NRA
Entries must be signed by the artist and portray any North American game bird or animal that may be legally hunted or trapped. Endangered species and non-game animals, such as eagles and snakes, are not eligible subjects. To confirm whether a certain animal or bird is eligible, see this list of North American game animals and birds.
First, second and third place winners will be selected for each category and will be awarded $750, $500, $250 respectively. One entry will be selected to receive the Best In Show award and a $1,000 prize. Judges may also choose for a non-winning entry to receive an Honorable Mention award. All winning entries will be published on the NRABlog and in NRA Family.
https://artcontest.nra.org/how-it-works/
due: October 31
The Local Conservation Scholarship Sponsored by Virginia Criminal Law
will be awarded to an individual who demonstrates exceptional commitment to nature conservation and environmental stewardship in their own community. This $1,000 scholarship is an opportunity to give back to those who have already given their valuable time and energy to worthy causes.
The deadline to apply to the Local Conservation Scholarship is October 31, 2023. https://virginiacriminallaws.com/2023-donna-murphy-local-conservation-scholarship/
Writer’s Eye Writing Contest—Fralin Gallery (at UVA)
Are you a writer who is INSPIRED by art? We invite you to participate in Writer’s Eye 2023, a literary competition organized by The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia. This ekphrastic writing competition—challenges writers of all ages to create original poetry and prose inspired by works of art.
Saturday, October 14 12-3 | Creative Writing Workshop (High School)
High school students are invited to join us for a creative writing workshop lead by UVA Creative Writing instructors and Fralin educators. Register here: https://TheFralin.formstack.com/forms/writingworkshop_hs_23
For more information: https://uvafralinartmuseum.virginia.edu/program/writers-eye-2023
Friday, November 10 Writing Entries DUE
These programs are a series of modules during the school year and then a FREE week at NASA's Wallops Island for top students.
VESSS Virginia Earth System Science Scholars—FREE Community College Course and Summer NASA 2024 Academy (FREE)
Are you interested in science or engineering or NASA? The VESSS program begins with an on-line course—a free, 4 credit dual enrollment course through Virginia Peninsula Community College (potentially transferable to other colleges). If you complete and excel in the course, selected students will be invited to participate in a free 7-day SUMMER Academy at NASA-Langley Research Center. Open to Virginia high school Juniors and Seniors with a 2.7 GPA or higher. *Former AHS students LOVED this program!
Due: October 24
Virginia Space Coast Scholars
Attention 10th graders interested science, engineering, technology and NASA:
NASA/Virginia Space Coast Scholars has 2 parts–an online program (five modules) about current NASA missions by NASA Wallops Flight Facility (in Virginia) and…
Upon completion of the on-line program, top students may be invited to attend a FREE seven-day residential summer academy at NASA Wallops Flight Facility on the Eastern Shore (selection process is competitive).
https://vsgc.odu.edu/spacecoast/
Application DUE: October 24
Virginia Aerospace Science and Technology Scholars (VASTS)
Attention 11th and 12th graders interested in science, engineering, technology, and NASA-
VASTS is a free program that allows high school juniors and seniors to:
1. take an online NASA-developed course. First, students learn about a broad range of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills
2. based on course performance, scholars may be selected to participate in an all-expense paid seven-day residential Summer Academy at NASA Langley Research Center (selection process is competitive)
Application DUE: October 24
We the Future Scholarship Contest
This scholarship contest asks students to use their creativity to celebrate the Constitution to win a scholarship (up to $5000) and an all expense paid trip to Washington, DC. You can submit a Public Service Announcement, Song, Essay, Art, Poetry, STEM Project, or Short Film.
Due: September 17 for Spring Class
https://constitutingamerica.org/contest-categories/
The Coding School/Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a two-semester course designed for high school students to gain cutting-edge knowledge and skills in AI with a focus on Machine Learning (ML). Offered virtually with live instruction by a Harvard researcher, the course is available to U.S. based high school students and educators. Throughout the course, students will work on real-world AI projects, culminating in a capstone project; hear from leading experts in AI from industry and academia; and join a national cohort of future AI leaders. Begins Oct 8 (apply today!)
https://the-cs.org/train-course-application
Cyberstart America in VA/CyberStart VA
A statewide initiative to enable all high school students in the commonwealth to discover their talent in cybersecurity.
C4K Clubhouse Charlottesville
Wellesley College Online Leadership Series: Amplify! 11th and 12th graders
A online series brought to you by Wellesley College all about amplifying your voice, empowering change, and redefining leadership.
Sessions take place Sunday, October 15, 2023.
https://www.wellesley.edu/admission/visit/opencampus/amplify
US Senate Youth Program for High School Leaders—Includes a 10K Scholarship and Trip to DC
Are you a current 11th or 12th grade high school LEADER—are you interested in the Senate Youth Program for High School Leaders? If you are selected to attend the US Senate Youth Program, you will receive a $10,000 scholarship and an all-expense paid trip to Washington, DC. See Ms. H. Newman in Talent Development, Room 97H in library to get an application and to see if you qualify
Due: September 25 to Ms. H Newman (includes letters of recommendation)
Critical Language Scholarship
The CLS Program provides opportunities for American college and university students to study languages and cultures essential to America's engagement with the world.
Each summer, American undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities across the country, spend eight to ten weeks learning one of thirteen languages at an intensive study abroad institute. The CLS Program is designed to promote rapid language gains and essential intercultural fluency in regions that are critical to U.S. national security and economic prosperity.
UVA High School Visitation Day hosted by Society of Women Engineers
Every Fall and Spring, high school students from all over Virginia visit the university to experience what it's like to be an engineering student at UVA. Accepted participants will spend the day collaborating on design activities, visiting a majors fair, touring labs and dorms, and listening to speakers. This event will introduce students to various engineering fields and the engineering design process. HSV is geared toward girls in their junior or senior years of high school; however, freshmen and sophomores are welcome to apply as well. Apply by Sept 24
https://www.virginiaswe.org/hsv
JMU Choral Fest is coming in September
http://jmuacda.weebly.com/choralfest.html
ChoralFest weekend, held in late September. During this time, over 200 singers (high school and college level) rehearse together on the Forbes Center Concert Hall stage for two days, culminating in a final festival performance on Saturday. During the weekend, visiting high school students rehearse alongside members of the award-winning JMU Chorale. They will have the opportunity to interact with college students from different majors & backgrounds, experience matrix sessions for vocal technique, receive information and ask questions pertaining to collegiate music study, and explore the JMU campus.
Spaces fill up quickly, so register soon!
Lingletes: Linguistics at UVA
Do you want to learn more about Linguistics—the study of languages? Learn how languages are built, how they evolve, the death of languages, and compete in linguistics challenges with professors and UVA undergraduate students in linguistics. This Zoom course runs on Wednesday evenings starting September 13 (at 5, 6 or 7pm) with a Lingletes Challenge day at UVA this November.
Email Talent Development at AHS today
UVA Mini Med School
https://med.virginia.edu/mini-med/
Bill of Rights Institute Fellowship Program
The Bill of Rights Institute's Student Fellowship program is a leadership development program. Fellows participate in robust programming during the school year and participate in a culminating week of programming in and around Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC.