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EXTRA OPPORTUNITIES FOR MONTROSE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
EXTRA OPPORTUNITIES FOR MONTROSE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Come hear a pilot speak and learn about careers in aviation
Come hear a pilot speak and learn about careers in aviation
The Pinhead Institute, SITS Program will once again be offering a Pizza with Professionals lunch speaker.
Flight Instructor Michael D'Anna from Durango has a dynamic presentation about his diverse career flying over 5,000 hours in 40 different types of aircraft. He teaches kids to fly...and even has a video of a 12 year old at the helm! He'll be bringing one of his latest pilots, Jaden, who is 19 years old and started at 16.
He will be here on May 6th for a pizza with professionals in the MHS PoWeR Center for any student who is interested in a career or hobby in aviation. Interested students need to sign up in the Power Center. 25 spots av
Here is a link to Michael D'Anna instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_danna_cfi/
Summer Outdoor Course Opportunities in Gunnison
Summer Outdoor Course Opportunities in Gunnison
The Western Slope Schools Career Collaborative is once again offering free courses this summer in Wilderness First Responder, Ski and Snowboard Manufacturing, and Bike Maintenance. The Academy will take place from June 2-11th on Western University's campus in Gunnison, CO. On the website - VentureX Academy 2025 - you will find a full course listing, instructors, times and dates, as well as fillable registration forms and liability waivers for the academy. These filled up pretty quickly last summer, so I urge you to register as soon as possible.
Americorps Early Childhood Teaching Opportunity
Americorps Early Childhood Teaching Opportunity
CMU TECH GJSummer Camps in
CMU TECH GJSummer Camps in
Registration is now open for the CMU Tech Community Education Center’s 2025 STEAM Summer Camps!
We offer engaging and educational summer camps designed for middle school and high school students. These camps provide an opportunity for students to dive deep into subjects they're passionate about, meet new friends and gain hands-on experience in a fun and supportive environment.
We are excited to announce that we will not only be offering more summer camps this year, but we are offering multiple dates for many of the camps. And as always, camps will be instructed by our talented CMU faculty, CMU Tech faculty, and community members. As we did last year, we will have these camps on Bishop campus (2508 Blichmann Ave), the Clifton Community Center (3270 D ½ Rd, Clifton) and even some on the main campus of CMU. Be sure to review all the camps on the registration site to see if there are camps your student(s) may be interested in attending. Camps begin June 2 and are expected to fill quickly!
Registration is easy, and available now by going to our website at www.coloradomesa.edu/cec. Click on Grand Junction Opportunities and then the button that says Summer Camps. The image below will also take you right to that page. In addition, you can also give us a call at 970-255-2800. Remember that you can schedule a camp for the morning and a different one for the afternoon, so every day is filled with hands-on learning and fun! There are over 100 classes to choose from.
Every student must have a parent/guardian complete a
Liability Waiver, Behavioral Contract, and Media Release Form and email it to cec@coloradomesa.edu BEFORE the first day of camp.
Camps filled quickly last year, so do not delay – sign up today!
The AmeriCorps Program is currently seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about early childhood education and making a positive impact on the lives of the children and families they serve. The 2025 Service Year begins August 13th. The position with Bright Futures involves serving in an Early Childhood Education center in Montrose, Delta or Gunnison. AmeriCorps members will work closely with lead teachers, supporting them in various aspects of classroom management and educational activities. Throughout the year long term they will take two Intro to Early Childhood classes and receive additional professional development and training. They will have the opportunity to develop their communication and interpersonal skills while engaging with young children in a nurturing and educational environment. This position offers a unique opportunity for graduating students to gain valuable hands-on experience in early childhood education while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children in our community. It will provide them with the unique chance to enter a new job with much more support and guidance then the standard job entry route. Any graduating students who may be interested in learning more about this opportunity, contact Gwyn Grier Email: americorps@brightfuturesforchildren.org
Program Development for Recreation District
Program Development for Recreation District
Astro Ball, Data/Grant Specialist at the recreation district is looking for teens and their parents to help participate in GenWild program development.
They have stipends to pay for your time. Activities will likely include:
Participation in at least monthly meetings
Help engaging other youth to get their input and tracking those results.
Help deciding on what programs to include in our 5 year plan.
If youa re interested, contact Astro Ball <astro@montroserec.com>
Wildland Firefighting Opportunity
Wildland Firefighting Opportunity
Due to more demand, another basic wildfire course will be available to students.
Classes run May 22-25 , 2025, starting at 5 pm on the 12 with a field day on the 16th.
Students need to be 17 years old turning 18 in ordered to participate in the field day for liability reasons. However they will except students as young as 16 for the class portion of the training.
Interested students call Mike Willardson from the Hotchkiss fire dept. at 970-210-2813 to register. Class will cost $225 per student. due at the start of class; however, there may be some funds available to help with registration. Please have interested students visit with Kathy Gaber in the power center.
Colorado high school youth are invited to participate in the full 2 day Youth Climate Summit. Youth can attend on their own, in groups of friends, small clubs, school classes, or other groups. However, An adult chaperone is required to accompany all high school youth; 1 chaperone: 6 youth. Apply to participate in the 1st annual rural Colorado at https://coyouthclimatesummit.org/application-registration#high-school-youth
Space is limited! Apply soon (Preferred deadline March 1st)
HOBY Youth Leadership
HOBY Youth Leadership
Apply to be a student ambassadors and participate in facilitated dialogue and abilities-based workshops to develop awareness of their leadership strengths and an understanding of their leadership values. Through these dynamic activities with their peers, students hone their skills and learn to recognize, amplify, and collaborate with the diverse strengths of others. One weekend at a HOBY seminar unlocks a student’s leadership potential and helps them gain the confidence to make a positive impact on the world around them. for more information and for a registration packet see https://hoby.org/
Apply to be a student ambassadors and participate in facilitated dialogue and abilities-based workshops to develop awareness of their leadership strengths and an understanding of their leadership values. Through these dynamic activities with their peers, students hone their skills and learn to recognize, amplify, and collaborate with the diverse strengths of others. One weekend at a HOBY seminar unlocks a student’s leadership potential and helps them gain the confidence to make a positive impact on the world around them. for more information and for a registration packet see https://hoby.org/
American Legion Auxiliary Girls and Boys State
American Legion Auxiliary Girls and Boys State
Girls and Boys State is a week long leadership camp completely paid for by the American Legion. Applications Due May 1st.
At The American Legion Colorado Boys State young men will experience American self government as they create and operate their own cities, counties and state governments. In a complete "Hands On" environment, the boys will interact with their peers from all across Colorado to share concerns, ideas and come to agreements on what and how to operate their state as they develop and demonstrate their leadership skills. American Legion Colorado Boys State is an authentic true to life civics experience operated and managed entirely by the boys themselves. They will elect their own Governor, Mayors, state legislators and US Senators and actually deal with situations at all levels of government. •
- Costs for attending Colorado American Legion Boys State are paid by The American Legion.
ALA Colorado Girls State is a week-long program designed for young women who have completed their junior year of high school, and the staff consists of a diverse group of women who are passionate about patriotism and female empowerment. During the week, delegates run for mock public office, write, debate, and pass bills, engage in a mock trial exercise, and attend panels consisting of guests from every level of Colorado government and beyond. Delegates are taught about the governmental process and learn the ethics of being a responsible, civically involved citizen and leader. It is an experience filled with excitement and pride. All 50 states conduct Boys and Girls State programs annually, and a national program (Boys and Girls Nation) is held in Washington DC each summer where attendees replicate the program on a federal level, as well as have the opportunity to meet with their respective state congressmen and the President of the United States! Program Website (with application link): https://www.alacolorado.org/girls-state
For Questions, contact Kellie Hayes, Registrar ALA CO Girls State 2025 Register.alacgs@gmail.com 719-494-7167
For Questions, contact Kellie Hayes, Registrar ALA CO Girls State 2025 Register.alacgs@gmail.com 719-494-7167
ANNOUNCING DMEA 2025 YOUTH PROGRAMS
ANNOUNCING DMEA 2025 YOUTH PROGRAMS
Foreign Exchange Opportunity
Foreign Exchange Opportunity
Other Exchange opportunities
Other Exchange opportunities
EF Foreign Exchange:970-384-6070 https://www.ef.edu/pg/student-exchange/
Aspect Foundation: 1-8---US YOUTH
CETUSA: https://cetusa.org/
CIEE: https://www.ciee.org/
Youth Leader Opportunity
Youth Leader Opportunity
PEER Kindness is launching a new initiative for high school students to create and lead outdoor workshops for elementary and middle school students. If you can imagine being a leader who helps younger students develop healthy technology habits and build strong, nurturing relationships, then this training is for you. If you are interested in joining, scan the QR code on the attached flyer to apply or contact Beth Meek at or 970-901-77 44 beth@peerkindness.net
Youth City Council Applications
Youth City Council Applications
Get $$ to purse passion
Get $$ to purse passion
The GripTape Learning Challenge empowers 14-19 year olds like you to drive their learning and explore their passions. This 10-week Learning Challenge, designed and led by YOU, provides the following:
$250 to use towards your Challenge
A supportive mentor
Total decision-making authority
Check out some Learning Challenge examples HERE.
The application has four simple questions (No essay required!) They open May 1st through May 31st. Check out their website griptape.org for more information. You can also sign up on their interest form HERE to enter a raffle for a guaranteed Learning Challenge acceptance!
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
RYLA Leadership Summer Camp
RYLA Leadership Summer Camp
See the power center for more details and to sign up.
Communities that Care Board Application
Communities that Care Board Application
Student Ambassador
Student Ambassador
Safe2Tell, is excited to announce the new student ambassador program! They are looking for 10-12 high school students from across the state, with diverse backgrounds, that have a passion and want to be more involved with making our schools and communities safer. The focus this year is to break the code of silence, and with the help of these student ambassador's, we want to encourage more students to reach out with concerns, whether that’s to a trusted adult in their life or through Safe2Tell. This student-led group, with guidance from Safe2Tell staff, will meet about every 6 weeks as a large group, and one hour in smaller groups every other week, throughout the school year to complete two big projects:1) A project that the Safe2Tell office has tasked them with2) A project that they come up with to support student safety in their school or across Colorado Below is a direct link to the Ambassador application. Please contact S2Tambassador@coag.gov or call 720-508-6800 with any questions, or if you need the application in Spanish.
WFR Summer Training Scholarship Program
WFR Summer Training Scholarship Program
The WFR course is the standard level of medical training for professional outdoor recreation industry field staff that work multi-day, overnight trips in remote environments, military, technical rescue personnel, and those working in disaster relief.
International Internships Available Through Pinhead
International Internships Available Through Pinhead
Avalanche Training Course Available
Avalanche Training Course Available
Do you know a teen, aged 16-18, who recreates outdoors in the winter? We think it’s so important that all our local youth have a baseline knowledge of snow conditions and avalanche awareness and thanks to our generous funders, we can offer our Leadership and Avalanche Training course, at a substantial discount! Normally valued at $1,855, we are able to bring you this course for only a $500 investment, but spots are limited, and applications must be received before October 31.Colorado Rockies Leadership & Level 1 Avalanche Training
Dates: 12/27/24 – 12/31/24
Cost: $500 to be paid as a deposit at the time of application. A $1,355 scholarship will be added to your account when your application is reviewed.Ages: 16 - 18 years oldLocation: Outward Bound’s Leadville Mountain CenterCertifications: Avalanche Level 1Learn More Here! Learn to responsibly navigate snowy terrain while enjoying some of the greatest winter views in the Rocky Mountains. This winter expedition in the Colorado Rockies will teach you the fundamentals of traveling responsibly in snowy terrain. Through hands-on learning in the field, learn to assess avalanche conditions, observe winter weather patterns, and perform companion rescues. By the end of course, you and your crew will put your new skills to the test on a backcountry touring expedition: practicing risk assessment, traveling on variable terrain, and route finding. Enjoy mid winter snow conditions among pine trees and high peaks. Spend your nights warming up by the fire with your crewmates at our basecamp. Return home with the fundamental skills needed to assess and manage risk during winter in the mountains.
We have a limited number of these scholarships available, and applications are subject to our standard medical screening admissions process. We also have a gear locker available to borrow cold-weather items from to stay comfortable for the duration of the course. If you have any questions, see Mrs Gaber in the PoWeR Center.
Dates: 12/27/24 – 12/31/24
Cost: $500 to be paid as a deposit at the time of application. A $1,355 scholarship will be added to your account when your application is reviewed.Ages: 16 - 18 years oldLocation: Outward Bound’s Leadville Mountain CenterCertifications: Avalanche Level 1Learn More Here! Learn to responsibly navigate snowy terrain while enjoying some of the greatest winter views in the Rocky Mountains. This winter expedition in the Colorado Rockies will teach you the fundamentals of traveling responsibly in snowy terrain. Through hands-on learning in the field, learn to assess avalanche conditions, observe winter weather patterns, and perform companion rescues. By the end of course, you and your crew will put your new skills to the test on a backcountry touring expedition: practicing risk assessment, traveling on variable terrain, and route finding. Enjoy mid winter snow conditions among pine trees and high peaks. Spend your nights warming up by the fire with your crewmates at our basecamp. Return home with the fundamental skills needed to assess and manage risk during winter in the mountains.
We have a limited number of these scholarships available, and applications are subject to our standard medical screening admissions process. We also have a gear locker available to borrow cold-weather items from to stay comfortable for the duration of the course. If you have any questions, see Mrs Gaber in the PoWeR Center.
SUMMER OUTDOOR PROGRAMS
SUMMER OUTDOOR PROGRAMS
Spend your summer backpacking the Colorado mountains, rafting the wild rivers of Utah, and participating in cultural exchange and service with Native American communities.
Deer Hill Expeditions is a local Colorado outfitter that has been running wilderness and service expeditions in the American Southwest since 1984. Our programming focuses on themes of group and community development, self-realization, sense of place, and individual empowerment.
See the PoWeR Center for details.
AI Camp Scholarship Opportunity
AI Camp Scholarship Opportunity
Montrose High School students interested in learning about AI shoulc check out this AI Camp! Founded by Stanford Ph.D.s - we are leaders in AI education and we have made it our mission to open doors for students into the tech industry! We would like to invite Montrose High School students to apply for the 2024 AI Camp Scholarship (Deadline: March 10, 2024)! Please forward or share this opportunity with any student who may be interested. The scholarship is designed for our highly popular AI Bootcamp summer program, a three-week, online journey through the fascinating world of AI. Here, over 5000 students have already transformed their curiosity into creation, developing their own AI product under the guidance of experts from top companies and universities like Google, Stanford, MIT, and many more. Scholarship Details:Open to middle and high school students, the AI Camp Scholarship—ranging from full to partial—is designed to make AI Bootcamp accessible to all. Scholarships are awarded on a first come, first served basis. The deadline for applications is March 10, 2024. Please advise students to act fast, as spots for this program are filling up quickly!
SUMMER PALEONTOLOGY PROGRAM
SUMMER PALEONTOLOGY PROGRAM
Experience the thrill of unearthing dinosaurs in the remote spaces of northwest Colorado. Learn the behind-the-scenes work that takes fossils from the field and turns them into the specimens we see in museums. Students have the option of getting up to 8 college credits working with professional paleontologists in the month of July. Students can also sign up and be part of the experience without getting college credit. Students 16 and up who are interested should visit with Mr Cqrbutt for more details.
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