The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program offers some of the most personalized, generous scholarship and educational support to exceptionally promising students from families across the nation who have financial need.

The Cooke Young Scholars Program is a selective 5-year, pre-college scholarship for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. It provides comprehensive academic and college advising, as well as financial support for school, Cooke-sponsored summer programs, internships, and other learning enrichment opportunities.


https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/young-scholars-program/

Free Prom Dress

The Princess Project San Diego is giving away Prom Dresses for free! Book your appointment online starting March 4th. There are several locations – choose the location first and then choose a date and time. Each teen will receive a free prom dress and one accessory. Teen must be enrolled in high school and bring a valid ID. Teen may bring one female guest to help you shop. Both teen and guest must complete and submit a waiver online. Please be prepared to check all bags and cell phones. That way everyone can focus on choosing a dress! 

NEW LOCATION: Mission Valley Mall near Macy’s Home Store See flyer for more details

Summer Camps Announced at the San Diego Supercomputer Center

Summer 2019 will be filled with fun and learning at the San Diego Supercomputer Center on the campus of the University of California, San Diego. With 20 workshops to choose from, summer offerings include robotics, video creation, AI with Raspberry Pi, beginning and intermediate programming, Sphero, building high school leadership skills, everyday engineering and much more! Workshops are open to students in middle and high school. Please see each individual workshop descriptions, as some workshops are specific to high school students only. We look forward to seeing you this summer! 

Complete course information and registration links can be found at http://education.sdsc.edu/studenttech/?page_id=570.

UCSD High School Volunteer Summer 2019 Internship Opportunities

For the tenth year, the San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC), at the University of California, San Diego, will offer its volunteer internship program for high school students entitled Research Experience for High School Students (REHS). As part of this program, students will be paired with an SDSC mentor and will work as part of a research team dedicated to a particular area of computational research.

The program has been developed to help increase awareness of computational science and related fields of research to students in the San Diego region. Students gain exposure to career options, hands-on computational experience, work readiness skills, and mentoring by computational research scientists.

Through the eight-week volunteer program, students are involved with an established research project. Students learn how to formulate and test hypotheses, conduct computational experiments and draw conclusions from those experiments. They also learn to take part in regular lab meetings and group discussions. At the end of the program, students will develop scientific posters, reflecting on their summer experience and highlighting their research and future career goals. Posters will be displayed during a celebratory event in mid-August. 

For detailed information about the program, please visit http://education.sdsc.edu/studenttech/?page_id=657.

STEM Opportunities through the YMCA

Are you looking for STEM opportunities for your student?

The YMCA in Mission Valley is offering a Stop Motion Animation series of classes for students ages 8 to 13 beginning on Saturday March 2nd. Click here to register.

If your student is interested in App Development the YMCA in Mission Valley has an after school program that meets on Wednesdays from 4:30pm to 6:00pm for students ages 9 to 13 beginning on Wednesday February 27th. Click here to register.

Recognize Someone Who Goes Above and Beyond in Special Education

The Above and Beyond Awards recognize individuals who have contributed above and beyond the usual expectations in the area of Special Education.

A nominee is an individual who has been exemplary in his/her commitment to improve educational outcomes of students with disabilities.



 He/she may be a:

• Person employed by the school district in any position
• Student
• Family Member (e.g., parent, guardian, grandparent, etc.)
• Community Member

You may nominate more than one person (Nomination Form). A separate form must be used for each nomination. Forms may be e-mailed to cac@sandi.net

Nominations must be received no later than March 20, 2019.

Honorees will be recognized at a celebration scheduled for: May 16, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at the Roosevelt Middle School Auditorium (3366 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103)

STEAM Special Project Camps

Treobytes, in partnership with San Diego Mesa College, has developed a series of STEAM Special Projects. Students will be taken beyond the the fundamentals and develop intermediate to advanced skills. The students will be partnered with college mentors to collaborate and develop projects leading to competitions and industry exposure. Projects will progress from concept to completion developing skills sought by employers.

STEAM Special Project camps on April 6th & April 13th, from 9:00AM – 12:00PM, at Mesa College for 6th – 8th grade students.

Click here for more information.

College Board Opportunity Scholarships

Pro Kids Golf is Recruiting New Students

Pro Kids Golf is a fantastic program for students, especially those in the Hoover or Crawford high school cluster. They operate out of Colina Park Golf course in City Heights. Pro Kids Golf is designed to cultivate kids' aspirations and to Foster their academic, social, and physical development. Life skills through golf!


From the Organization's Website: Golf and Life Skills: Since our founding in 1994, we have used the game of golf to engage kids in positive behaviors during out of school time and to help them develop the character they need to be successful. We couple golf instruction with a curriculum designed by The First Tee that teaches kids life skills – like how to introduce yourself to someone new or what to do when you get angry or frustrated – and core values like respect and honesty. Our team of PGA members and apprentices offer classes after school and on weekends at our par-3, 18-hole Colina Park Golf Course in City Heights. The Academy’s more structured academic program helps kids to 1) achieve grade-level proficiency in reading and math, 2) gain interest in STEM(science, technology, engineering, math) studies, and 3) develop skills like resilience and self-sufficiency – all with golf at the foundation. A typical Academy month includes literacy and math enrichment activities, golf lessons, experiential learning (STEM), field trips, and community service projects.

The Elementary Institute of Science is excited to offer this amazing opportunity for your students to study ecology and wildlife biology in Yellowstone and Teton National Parks. This is a $5,000 value, and thanks to the generosity of one of our donors, we are able to send five students on this once-in-a-lifetime experience for free.

The five students who are selected will fly to Jackson Hole Wyoming to spend a month with the Teton Science School learning about the habitats and wildlife of one of the most spectacular natural regions of the lower 48 states. All expenses, including airfare, will be covered by the scholarship awarded to each student. To apply, students must answer two essay questions or submit a two-minute video. Click here: https://eisca.org/Teton-Science/#apply

Experience Berkeley Program

The Experience Berkeley Program for High School (EBHS) students is happy to announce that we're accepting applications for our 2019 program cohort. EBHS is a free 6-month program that provides 1st generation, low-income Black, Latino, & Native American rising seniors (Class of 2020) with mentors, tools, and resources to complete a competitive UC college application and the opportunity to get a close, personal look at UC Berkeley. Below you will find more details about the program, including the application link, due date, and program flyer. 

Application/Website Link: Experience Berkeley 2019 Program Application

Application Due Date: Monday, March 25th, 2019 by 11:59pm

Program Benefits

• EBHS triples the admit rate of students applying to UC Berkeley
• Program Participants receive one-on-one and group mentoring from college students and UC Berkeley admissions officers
• Exposure to College Student and Campus life
• Networking and Personal Development Opportunities

North Island Credit Union Scholarship

North Island Credit Union is proud to offer students throughout San Diego County a $1,000 Scholarship Opportunity recognizing academic excellence. From now until March 21, 2019, high school seniors will have the opportunity to apply online through our website: https://www.ccu.com/educators/school-employees/scholarships-grants/1000-college-scholarship-program. We will select 10 students who, through an essay and letter recommendation, show their outstanding achievements throughout their high school experience.

Explore SDSU Open House- All families Welcome!

Explore SDSU Open House 2019 

March 23, 2019—9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

What Is Explore SDSU? Explore SDSU Open House is a free all-campus event featuring an information fair, academic program information sessions, tours and open houses. This is a great opportunity for future students to explore what life is like as a student at San Diego State University. Parking is free for the day.

We also invite all SDSU alumni back to campus to reconnect with your favorite programs and departments, enjoy live entertainment, visit the Alumni Center, and explore campus to see what has changed.

In addition to activities for prospective students and alumni, there are dozens of activities for attendees of all ages.

College is for Me 2019

The Early Assessment Program (EAP) at CSU San Marcos is proud to announce that we will host our annual, “College Is For Me” Conference on our campus. We have teamed up with Escondido Education COMPACT to bring this free conference to CSU San Marcos.

This conference is scheduled for Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 9 am to 1 pm. The conference is for middle/high school students and their families. The conference will be held in the USU Ballroom and our three breakout sessions will be in nearby classrooms. We will have various breakout sessions. The College Is For Me conference is designed to demystify the inaccessibility of higher education for members of marginalized populations in our society. This conference is an opportunity for people who have never considered college to learn how higher education can be a means for self-empowerment.

You can register for the event by visiting: https://collegeisforme2019.brownpapertickets.com/

For More Information: (760) 750-6060 or eap@csusm.edu

Mesa College Spring Information Nights

On March 21 and April 11 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Mesa College invites prospective students and their families, RSVP https://mesainfonight2019.eventbrite.com, to join us at our upcoming Information Nights. We want to meet you and provide you with information that includes:

• Presentations from the following departments: FINANCIAL AID - EOPS - STAR TRIO - TRANSFER - DSPS - CRUISE - CAREER - STEM CONEXIONES 
• Learn about the Promise program 
• Student Panel

For further information or to request disability accommodations, contact: Outreach at 619-388-2230

RSVP here: https://mesainfonight2019.eventbrite.com

March 14th - 4th Annual HUBU Conference: Empowering Men of Color

The annual Hermanos Unidos/Brothers United HUBU Conference was developed to provide an opportunity for young men to discuss strategies to overcome educational and personal challenges.

The HUBU High School conference aims to motivate and inspire students through topics that address real life issues. The event takes place at San Diego City College. Stop by your school's counseling center to sign up.

Jumpstart Your Success: Cash in on Community College

Mesa College will be hosting “Jumpstart Your Success: Cash in on Community College,” a FREE event for prospective students, their families and friends on Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 8:30am-1:00pm. The campus will be open and we will be hosting a variety of workshops, demonstrations, and presentations to showcase the variety and depth of programs and services that Mesa College has to offer. We will also be holding opportunity drawings for four (4) $250 scholarships and other prizes! Please help us spread the word by encouraging prospective students and family members to join this FREE, Engaging, and Informative introduction to Mesa College life! 

Please RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jumpstart-cash-in-2019-tickets-43671920891

GSA Student Leadership Academy!

The Youth Advocacy Department is excited to announce our upcoming GSA Student Leadership Academy for both middle and high school Gender and Sexuality Alliances. Students will convene to participate in workshops around identity, intersectionality, and advocacy as well as fun performances and a Gender-neutral Restroom Caucus. ____________________________
High School GSAs will be meeting at Scripps Ranch High School 10:00am-4:00pm on March 8, 2019. REGISTER FOR THE HIGH SCHOOL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HERE

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Middle School GSAs will be meeting at CPMA 10:00am-4:00pm on March 15, 2019. REGISTER FOR THE MIDDLE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY HERE

Jumpstart your success at San Diego MESA College Sat. March 16

We are thrilled to present Jump Start your success & Cash In on community college on Saturday, March 16, 2019, from 8:30am-1:00pm. This is a time that we invite hundreds of prospective students to our campus and showcase what we have to offer and how great we do it! The program will include support services, academics, department resources, clubs, and the lively community feel we create at Mesa. We hope you will spread the word and join the fun! It’s FREE! Bring your family and friends! Sign Up Here For questions about the event contact: Tavaris Franklin l Outreach Department l San Diego Mesa College P: 619.388.2611 l tfrankli@sdccd.edu

Miramar College/Hawthorne Caterpillar Scholarships

Caterpillar Inc., Hawthorne Machinery and Miramar College Diesel Technology Program are offering ten $1,000 Scholarships for Full-Time Enrollment in Diesel Technology.  Students interested in applying should consult with their counselor or automotive teacher.

Click here for application files.

Deadline: February 14, 2019

AVID Night with the Gulls!

The first ever (and hopefully annually after!) AVID Night with the Gulls will be March 30, 2019 at Pechanga Arena. This special opportunity not only gives students a fun night of a game, college fair, and career exploration, but also a portion of every ticket sold goes back to schools’ AVID programs! College Fair begins at 3pm, followed by career conversations with Gulls staff. Tailgate begins at 5pm and game begins at 7pm. For more information on this exciting opportunity, talk with your AVID teacher or contact Rachel Amato at ramato@sandi.net

STEAM Hackathon

San Diego County opportunity youth (ages 10-17) are invited to attend a hackathon focused on raising awareness about youth homelessness. Together, youth and adult community mentors will be part of a homeless simulation, conduct research on issues impacting homeless youth and create PSA videos educating the community. 

Benjamin Banneker Association, Incorporated Book Scholarship

The Benjamin Banneker Association would like to honor three African American/Black students this April at the annual National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Conference (NCTM) held in San Diego. The award is for students showing achievement and/or promise in mathematics

The attached application should be submitted by February 25, 2019. Directions for submission are included in the application.

Benjamin Banneker Association, Incorporated

Book Scholarship Application

A complete application packet is comprised of the following, together in the order listed:

1) CompletedApplication Cover Page,

2) Personal Statement/Essay,

3) Resume,

4) Letter of Recommendation, and

5) Copy of college acceptance letter (if available).

Applications should be submitted to Mrs. Epps by February 25, 2019 to kepps456@gmail.com. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be reviewed.

Requirements:

●      Must be a 2019 graduating senior

●      Must be enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year undergraduate program 
for the upcoming 2019 fall semester

●      Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA (out of 4.0)

●      Must attest to having a financial need

Purpose:

●      To encourage pursuit of higher education

●      To provide financial support to purchase textbooks for college courses

Scholarship Award: $250

Personal Statement/Essay:

Attach your Personal Statement/Essay to your application packet.  Essays should be no more than one page, typed (can be double spaced). Respond to the following prompts in your Essay.

1. Describe your career goal and/or your professional aspirations.  Include personal experiences that influenced your decision to pursue this career.
2. Tell how your academic program/major program of study and your overall educational plans will assist you in achieving your goals.
3. Describe why you qualify for this scholarship.
4. Is there anything the Scholarship Committee should know about you or your life experience that would help evaluate your application?