Welcome back to a new school year!!! We would like to also welcome Mrs. Andrea Simé as our new 12-month school counselor in Paxon's School Counseling Department. Please see the chart below to learn which school counselor students are assigned to:
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NHS Applications are now available (Due: Sep. 8, 2023)
Annie Ruth Foundation (Summer 2024 Internship Applications)
Mayor’s Youth at Work Partnership (MYAWP)
The Mayor’s Youth At Work Partnership’s Fall 2023 session will provide Duval County students with a paid work experience for up to 15 hours per week from September to December. In addition to the job placement, students also receive access to workforce development trainings, a job coach to guide them through the program, a VyStar bank account, direct deposit, and financial education with the chance to earn badges. The MYAWP team places students in job opportunities based on their interests, school schedules, extracurricular activities, and location. Learn more here https://goodwillnorthfl.org/mayors-youth-at-work-partnership-myawp/. To be eligible students must be
16 - 21 years old.
enrolled in a high school, GED program, technical school, university, or college in Duval County.
Students can click here u.gradleaders.com/u_hpfs6t to apply.
2023 National College Match - Match Scholarship Recipients are granted early admission to one of QuestBridge's college partners with a full four-year scholarship, worth over $200,000.
High school seniors: The 2023 QuestBridge National College Match is now open! Apply by September 26 for full four-year scholarships to top colleges. Find out if you're eligible and apply for free at questbridge.org. https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/national-college-match?utm_source=Slate&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CMeducators&utm_content=ee079
Rice University: Regional Information Session
Join a virtual Regional Information Session and meet an admission counselor for your area. You'll learn about Rice's academic programs, groundbreaking research, vibrant student life, and affordability. Discover why we love Rice and living in the heart of Houston. You must register ahead of time for this event: https://riceadmission.rice.edu/portal/regional-infosessions
Notre Dame Admissions Event in Your Area
The University of Notre Dame's Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be hosting an ND on the Road event in your area, and we would appreciate your help to spread the word! This event will include information on academic, community, and spiritual life at the University of Notre Dame, as well as insights into the admissions and financial aid processes. This is a great opportunity for you, your students and their families to learn more about Notre Dame. Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 7:00 PM Bishop Kenny High School 1055 Kingman Ave Jacksonville, FL Registration for the ND on the Road event is available here: https://enrollment.nd.edu/portal/ndontheroad?id=7424e47f-4b95-4325-bce7-e36452282be8
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Ramaswamy American Identity Project
The Vivek Ramaswamy American Identity Scholarship is a $25,000 scholarship that will be given to 10 students who best answer the question “what does it mean to be an American?” in a two-minute video. The 10 winners will be selected by a panel of judges to each receive a $25,000 scholarship for post-secondary education (college or technical/vocational school), entrepreneurial endeavors, or their commitment to serve in the military or law enforcement. Students (9th - 12th) can submit their two-minutes video here: https://woobox.com/pgw4uc Deadline is Friday, August 18 at 9PM Eastern
Guided Pathway Support Program (GPS) Now Offers Free Princeton Review ACT and SAT Prep Services🎓 https://rbsgps.com/
Free College Planning & Paying Resources from Sallie Mae
Check out these free resources: Filing the FAFSA®, Searching for Scholarships & Grants, and 1-2-3 Approach to Paying for College. Also, check out their YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@salliemae) that features their financial aid focused Hacked and Pixels+ shorts, as well as their Campus Underground podcast hosted by students, for students.
The Gates Scholarship Application is Now Open! (due Sep. 15th)
The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. Selected Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance to earn a bachelor’s degree, that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university. Costs covered include tuition, fees, books, and room and board, and may include additional personal costs. TGS also provides Scholars with various online support services designed to help them excel in their degree programs, graduate, and make a successful transition to their chosen careers. These include career services, mentoring, leadership development, wellness, and knowledge building. Eligibility requirements:
A high school senior
From at least one of the following ethnicities: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian/Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
Pell-eligible
A US citizen, national, or permanent resident
In a good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university. *For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required. An ideal candidate will also have:
An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)
Application deadline: Phase I of the application opened July 15, with a submission deadline of Friday, September 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT. For additional information, please visit our website and watch the video below. https://youtu.be/JBnCZ9cdxQ8?si=9fQnkUXdXkpj8Zmf
2024 Coca-Cola Scholars Application (Open until Oct. 2nd)
The 2024 application for the Coca-Cola Scholarship (open to high school students who will graduate during the 2023-2024 academic year) will be available from our website August 1 through October 2, 2023. Note that we have an earlier deadline this year! Please plan to share this opportunity with your graduating students who are having a significant positive impact in your school and community through their leadership and service.
Click here to view program details and a listing of the 2023 Coke Scholars.
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