Living and studying abroad will prepare you for life in ways that no other experience can —you’ll learn more, gain more, and grow more than you thought possible. You’ll be making many important decisions soon; do it with a ‘real world’ view. Plus give yourself a competitive edge on college applications and resumes. When you return, you’ll become part of a prestigious international network of AFS returnees whom you’ll make friends with throughout your life—wherever your live takes you.
If you are in high school, our year and semester programs will give you firsthand knowledge of what its like to live as a member of a family, school, and community in another culture.
If you cant get away for a semester or year program, check out our summer programs while most students who go abroad end up wishing their stay was longer, a summer program may be the best fit for you. You’ll live with a host family in nearly all programs, and can choose from programs that offer community service, adventure, language study, or sports.
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Do you know a young person who gives generously of their time and energy to support and/or raise money for a worthwhile cause? If so, we would like to encourage you to nominate that individual to be a Huggable Hero®.
Five years ago Build-A-Bear Workshop® established Huggable Heroes, a program that recognizes the extraordinary efforts of young people 18 years of age and younger who are working to make the world a better place.
Over the course of the program, we’ve had the pleasure of getting to know hundreds of young people and their extraordinary accomplishments, including the 50 kids who have been honored as Huggable Heroes.
Their amazing accomplishments include: raising close to a million dollars for cancer research, helping to build a village in Kenya, and creating a fine arts program for the elderly in nursing homes.
This year Build-A-Bear Workshop will select 12 young people (seven from the United States, two from the United Kingdom and Ireland, two from Canada and one from France) as 2008 Huggable Heroes.
Each of the 12 Huggable Heroes will receive a monetary prize worth $10,000 ($7,500 in the form of an educational scholarship and a $2,500 donation to the charity of their choice and awarded the winner’s local currency), plus a trip to meet the other Huggable Heroes from previous years and participate in a professional photo shoot for inclusion in the 2009 Huggable Heroes calendar.
Nominations for the Huggable Heroes program are being accepted now through February 8, 2008.
These young people truly are our future leaders and I hope you will consider nominating someone you know, or encourage your staff to distribute the nomination forms to potential Huggable Heroes candidates.
Nomination forms and additional information are available on our website: www.buildabear.com
Constitutional Academy
The Constitutional Academy is designed for advanced high school students – rising juniors and seniors – who are interested in the history of the American Constitution and who are ready to experience the challenge of a collegiate learning environment.
The Academy consists of a five week course of pre-readings (roughly 250 pages of primary source texts, with seminar discussions facilitated online) followed by a one week residential component in Washington, DC. In Washington, students will listen to lectures and participate in discussions facilitated by a faculty of college professors. Students who complete the course requirements will be awarded three units of college credit (through Ashland University, rated one of the top liberal arts institutions in the Midwest by both the Princeton Review and U.S. News and World Report.)
We can offer qualified students a generous financial aid package. At least ten full-tuition scholarships are available, and many more partial scholarships. See your counselor, if you are interested. They will contact:
Jason Ross
Director of Student Programs
Bill of Rights Institute
jross@billofrightsinstitute.org
703.894.1776, ext. 11
Ebony Magazine
Each year, EBONY magazine highlights the achievements of a selected number of the nation’s outstanding African-American high school graduating seniors in an annual feature. (There is no financial scholarship attached to this honor). Because of time and space constraints, we cannot, unfortunately, survey every American high school. We are, therefore, concentrating on schools in major metropolitan areas.
These young people will be evaluated, alongside other students nationwide, by our editors based on competitive grade point averages, class rank, scholarships, community service, awards and recommendations.
This not only is a list of outstanding African-American students in American high schools; it is also a representative sample of the nation’s most promising African-American youths––and we are encouraged by the large number of positive letters we receive regularly from parents, students, teachers and administrators.
Attached you will find one application and a sample copy of last year’s feature. In order for a student to be considered for the 2008 Outstanding High School Student feature, we must receive for each student: 1). A completed and signed application; 2). A copy of the student’s official transcript, and 3). A one-page letter of recommendation from the student’s principal, minister, superintendent’s office or another established community leader.
All materials must be postmarked by Friday, February 29, 2008. This deadline is not flexible.
17th Annual University of Evansville High School Programming Contest
This programming contest is similar to most programming competitions which focus on solving a set of problems as quickly as possible. Each team should consist of 3-4 students from a single school. There should be at least one adult present, preferably a teacher associated with the school’s computing program. Entry fees are $15 per participant and $10 per coach/chaperone/viewer. The top three teams will win gift card and prizes. The registration form should be completed and submitted by mail or fax by April 1, 2008. This year’s competition will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2008.
Camp Evergreen: Alive Grief Support Services
This is a camp for children ages 7-14 who have experienced the death of a family member of close friend. It is to help the children safely express their feelings and learn about how to deal with grief properly. There will be volunteers as well as trained professional help to assist the kids. There will be activities such as swimming, sports, nature hikes, and arts and crafts. It is May 28, 29, and 30th from 8:00 am to 4:45 pm in Kingston Springs, Tennessee. Transportation will be provided to and from Alive Hospice administration building in Nashville. Lunch and snacks are provided. There is no cost for this camp. Space is limited and pre-registration is required, so call Alive Grief Support Service at 963-4732.
First Freedom Student Competition
The Council for America’s First Freedom is sponsoring a national writing contest for all American 9th – 12th grade students worldwide for an opportunity to compete for a $3000, $1500, or $750 award. Participants’ essays should address the topic of religion in public schools and how it is protected in the First Amendment. All entries must be a MLA style report with a bibliography page, essay must be 750 to 1,250 words, views must be clearly stated and supported with examples, and documented resources. Registration must be submitted online by November 26, 2007. The research paper must be postmarked by December 1, 2007. Click here for online registration.
Ford Driving Skills for Life
The Ford Driving Skills for Life is a competition to help raise awareness for teenage driving safety. Middle Tennessee high school students will compete by producing their own Public Service Announcement aimed towards teens and driving safety. The first 30 schools to register will receive $500 towards the production of their PSA. The winning school will receive $5,000 and the winning team will receive tickets to Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari in Indiana, a prize pack, and will be interviewed on Tennessee Mornings with Charlie Chase & Kelly Sutton. Second place school will receive $2,500 and third place will receive $1,500. All entries will receive a prize pack from FOX17, MyTV30 and CW58.
For more information, please visit http://www.drivingskillsforlife.com, or call 1-888-987-8765.
Goody’s – Good Deeds
Goody’s newest charitable effort for kids is the good deeds for Schools program. Goody’s will award 50 $10,000 grants to schools in need! Imagine your classroom or school receiving this money to spend on things that were previously only a dream. You can apply in a couple ways, one by going to any local goody’s store, and two www.goodygooddeeds.com, then dropping it off at your local Goody’s store. Grant submissions due to Goody’s by 12/31/07.
“It’s Always Something” Essay Contest
Presented by
Gilda’s Club Nashville and
Nashville Public Television
Open to all 9th-12th Grade Students
$2000 Grand Prize
Entry Deadline ~ April 1, 2008
Tell all the teens you know!
For full contest details
See attached entry form or visit our website
www.gildasclubnashville.org
Local 669 Sprinkler Fitters Apprenticeship Opportunities
The Local 669 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee is conducting a five year apprenticeship program for Sprikler Fitters. Apprentice’s pay is based on a percentage from the Journeyman’s rate of $22.85 per hour. Qualifications include:
- Must be 18+ years of age
- Obtained a high school diploma or G.E.D.
- Be physically fit to perform the work of the trade
- Must not have had a military dishonorable discharge
Applications are accepted 5 days a week between the hours of 9am-11am and 1:30pm-3pm. Applicants must complete an interview and present their birth certificate, high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate and Military Discharge (Form DD-214) if applicable.
Mayor's Youth Council
The Mayor’s Office is now accepting applications for the 2008-2009 Mayor’s Youth Council. The Youth Council consists of 32 high school juniors and seniors from public and private schools. Council members hold monthly meetings and meet quarterly with the Mayor to provide input on government policies and practices that may affect young people. The Mayor’s Youth Council provides a wonderful opportunity for students to become involved in the Nashville community.
The 2008-2009 application can be accessed here. All applications are due by mail or fax no later than April 18, 2008.
Nashville Children’s Theater
Saturday Drama Classes & Spring Break Camps for 2007 – 2008
Winter Term: Saturdays, January 12 – March 1, 2008
Kinderdrama: 9:15 – 10:15 (2 Sessions per Term)
Session 1: Jan. 12 – Feb. 2, 2008. Session 2: Feb. 9 – Mar. 1, 2008.
Junior Theatre Voyagers: 9 – 10:15 am & 10:30 – 11:45 am
Theatre Voyagers: 9 – 10:30 am
Advanced Theater Voyagers: 9 – 10:30 am
Auditions: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Youth Performance Ensemble: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Young Artists Company: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Winter Term: Weekdays
Homeschool Classes: Thursdays from 9 – 10:30 am – Jan. 10 – Feb. 28, 2008
Theatre for Threes and Kinderdrama: Tuesdays from 9 – 10 and 10:30 – 11:30
Session 1: January 8-29, 2008. Session 2: February 5-26, 2008
Spring Break Camps: March 17-21, 2008
Time: 9 am – 3 pm, Monday – Friday
Camps: Jr. Theatre Voyagers, Theatre Voyagers, Advanced Theatre Voyagers and Pop Star Camp
You can now apply online! Visit us at www.nashvillechildrenstheatre.org
Nashville Children’s Theatre- Sign up for classes
Opening their new theatre on December 1st, the Nashville Children’s Theatre is offering: classes on Saturday mornings, a spring break camp, and a full range of summer camps. This year they are also offering weekday classes for home-schoolers and Pre-K children as well as more scholarships to deserving students who are interested in theatre. If you would like to apply for a scholarship you must also have a friend or teacher/guardian fill out a recommendation form. In addition you may also nominate a student who you think deserves a scholarship by sending in a recommendation. Visit the website (below) to see the online scholarship and recommendation forms.
http://www.nashvillechildrenstheatre.org/orange/scholarships.htm
Prom Guide – High School Scholarships
Last Chance to register for Prom Guide high school scholarships! Each year, Prom Guide awards more than $20,000 in scholarships and prizes to high school students. They are now accepting application for two of their most popular programs, the Teen Model Search and Junior Producer. For dead-line and requirement information on both of these scholarships visit www.PromGuide.com
Risk, Responsibility, Reality: How Insurance Works
Risk, Responsibility, Reality: How Insurance Works is a supplemental learning tool for high school teachers to educate students about insurance risk management. This DVD helps students apply basic rules to everyday situations and promotes personal responsibility to control risk. This kit is also an updated version of Choice-Chance-Control.
IEF is a nonprofit charitable organization founded in 1988 that strives to improve the understanding of insurance for teachers and students. For copies of the kit, go to the Insurance Education Institute web site and click on “Order Materials,” which is located on the right hand side of the page. Then select “Secure Order Form” where there is a fee for ordering kits. Prices are as follows:
1-4 copies … $25 each
5-14 copies … $20 each
15-24 copies … $15 each
25+ copies … $10 each
University of Tennessee, Knoxville Sneak Peak 2008
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions cordially invites you to participate in the UT Sneak Peek 2008 Overnight Visit Program on Friday and Saturday, March 28 and 29, 2008. This program will familiarize students to the many features UT has to offer in the areas of academics, financial aid, and student life. You will have the opportunity to meet and speak with a variety of UT faculty, staff, and students, participate in student life activities, and take tours of the campus and residence halls. Participants will be selected on their core GPA from their 5 semesters’ transcript and date of submission. To apply for the 2008 Sneak Peek Overnight Visit Program you must:
- Complete the online form
- Print and fill out the Permission for Participation/Medical Release Forms
- Fax or mail the Permission/Medical Release Form
The registration deadline is Friday, February 29, 2008.
United States Army Reserve Education Career Stabilization
This is to provide guidance for the Army Reserve Education Career Stabilization (ECS) Program. The ECS provided Non-Prior Service (NPS) applicants the opportunity to serve in to Army Reserve (AR) and complete us to four years of post-secondary education. Applicants that enlist will be stabilized for up to 48 months upon accessing in to the AR and completing Initial Entry Training (IET). The stabilization period exempts Soldiers from current mobilization authority, but does not exempt Soldiers from a new federal mobilization under Presidential authority. The stabilization period is based on unit priority and length of enlistment.
Applicants may enlist for one of the following:
1. 8x0 enlistment contract and receive a 4 year stabilization period, upon completion of IET.
2. 6x2 enlistment contract and receive a 3 or 2 year stabilization period, upon completion of IET.
Point of contact for this headquarters is anthony.fisher@usarec.army.mil RCRP-PP-PR at (502) 626-1065, DSN 536-1065, or toll free 1-800-223-3735, extension 6-1065