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Blog Post for the Week of May 22-26, 2023

SAVE THE DATE (Sep. 14, 2023): College 1010 Free Online Webinars




FSCJ Civics Career Academies: Opportunities for High School Students

The FSCJ Civics Career Academies has several upcoming events that are free to students!

If you have any questions, please contact them at civicscareeracademies@fscj.edu.










CAS/COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY: Know & Grow




Last Minute Scholarship Opportunity!!

Three Rivers Council of the Jax Chamber is giving away another $1,000 in scholarships this year for students going to college next year. WE HAVE UNTIL 5/31 FOR APPLICATIONS. Please encourage students to apply! https://trcjax.org/scholarship-opportunity/





SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: United States District Court 2023 High School Essay Contest (for students in grades 9-12)




Expanding Cyber and IT Pathways Summer Boot Camp




SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The Imagine America Scholarship





2023 NLP Logix Analytics Summer Boot Camp

NLP Logix for the past eight years, has run a summer analytics boot camp for rising seniors in DCPS. The program will start Monday, June 26th and run for five weeks and end the week of July 30th. They are looking to get a class size of 12 students and ask that anyone recommended can do the entire camp with no restrictions on participation such as vacations, travel, etc. More detailed information can be found at the following web site: https://www.nlplogix.com/boot-camp/






Invitation to Exploring College Options: In-person and virtual student events

Exploring College Options is a special informational program sponsored by the undergraduate admissions offices of five of the country's leading universities: Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Stanford University.


Representatives from each university will present information about their institution, discuss the application process, and answer questions on how to put together a strong and reflective application. Each program will end with breakout sessions where representatives will answer questions about their specific school and the application process. This spring, we are offering both in-person and virtual programs, with each program featuring the same content. Click here for more information and to register for in-person and virtual events.







An FSCJ Honors Education for Graduating Seniors

The FSCJ Honors Program provides Associate in Arts students with opportunities for academic excellence, service-learning, leadership development, and fellowship within an intellectually vibrant, culturally diverse, and student-centered learning environment. Guided by knowledgeable and caring faculty, Honors students explore the world of ideas while benefiting from hands-on learning opportunities with a variety of local community and business partners.

The FSCJ Honors Program offers students the ability to graduate with an Honors Diploma or Honors Certificate distinction upon completion of program requirements. Students who are admitted to the program will receive scholarships ranging from $250 per term up to full in-state tuition and fees for up to 60 credit hours of tuition toward an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree.

Most Honors classes are currently held at the South Campus, with an increasing number of available Honors classes to be offered at other FSCJ campuses.

Interested students may apply online by visiting the FSCJ Honors Program web page, clicking on “Apply to Honors,” and selecting “Honors Application,” and then following the guided steps.


For questions, please contact Aaron Hanlin, Director of the Honors Program, at aaron.hanlin@fscj.edu or (904) 646-2200.







The AnnieRuth Foundation’s Summer Internship Program (for current juniors and sophomores)

The AnnieRuth Foundation is currently accepting applications for its 2024 Summer Internship Program. This program provides current high school sophomores or juniors an opportunity to develop personal, academic, and workforce readiness skills. Ultimately, students complete an internship experience in a safe, professional environment that directly aligns with their career aspiration. While there, they will receive hands-on experience, an adult mentor, and a paycheck. To apply, visit www.SowingSeeds.today or call 904.200.7202.







Camp Challenge Summer Camp Jobs

Camp Counselors need to be at least 18 years old. The Activities Counselors can be 17 years old.

These are paid positions where students live and work at camp for the summer (or the weeks they select). The Camp Counselors receive a stipend of $350 per week plus room and board. The Activities Counselors receive a stipend of $265 per week plus room and board.


If there are any seniors who want to go into a culinary position, there is an Assistant Cook position open at Camp Challenge as well. This is an hourly position ($14 to $15 per hour based on experience).





UNF's Ethics Academy

Do you know a current student, freshman through junior, who is naturally a critical thinker? One who would seize the opportunity to hear about how ethical decision-making factors into society? Or would love to participate in discussions about ethical and moral issues?


If so, we invite them to apply for the summer UNF Ethics Academy!








SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The $2500 "No Sweat" Scholarship

Eligible Candidates: 8-12th grade students.

Students Apply for Free at https://cirkledin.com/scholarships/

Direct-to-student cash prize for any educational purpose.

  • No GPA requirements

  • No minimum income requirements

  • No essays to write.







COMMUNITY SERVICE/CAS OPPORTUNITY: Riverside Avondale Preservation's Teen Leaders Program

RAP is beginning a new program for local high school students to earn community service hours over the summer and throughout the school year.

While many of Paxon's students have already come to volunteer with us at the Riverside Arts Market, our new Riverside Avondale Preservation's Teen Leadership Program will give students a more specialized volunteer opportunity along with leadership skill development and the option to complete a project in an area of their interest.


The Riverside Avondale Preservation's Teen Leadership Program is now accepting applications, and the application can be accessed at this link.







Multiple Local and Remote Summer Internships

Eligible Candidates: Current 10th-12th grade students. Students Apply for Free at https://cirkledin.com/internship-and-jobs/search Sample Internships:

  • Social Media Marketing

  • Market Research and Data

  • UX/UI and Graphic Design

  • Product Quality and Software Testing

Both applications are through Free Cirkled In profile - an award-winning, secure, and engaging online profile platform that helps K-20 students with “College and Career Readiness”. Cirkled In provides one-stop-shop for educational and employment opportunities from summer jobs and internships to college and scholarships.






PSAS Driver's Education Program

Are you interested in learning how to drive? We are currently opening registration for the Spring Driver Education Program.


Paxon SAS Driver Education Schedule Spring 2023 Dates and times are subject to changed based on the school’s district calendar, weather. Session 3 Dates: April:

  • Thursday 6th 3:30-6:00 p.m.

  • Saturday 8th 9:00-12:00 noon

  • Thursday 13th 3:30-6:00 p.m.

  • Saturday 15th 9:00-12:00 noon

  • Thursday 20th 3:30-6:00 p.m.

  • Saturday 22nd 9:00-12:00 noon

  • Thursday 27th 3:30-6:00 p.m.

  • Saturday 29th 9:00-12:00 noon

May:

  • Thursday 4th 3:30-6:00 p.m.

  • Saturday 6th 9:00-12:00 noon

  • Thursday 11th 3:30-6:00 p.m.

  • Saturday 13th 9:00-12:00 noon

  • Thursday 18th 3:30-6:00 p.m.

  • Saturday 20th 9:00-12:00 noon

  • Thursday 25th 3:30-6:00 p.m.

  • Saturday 27th 9:00-12:00 p.m.

To sign-up:

  • Go to www.duvalschools.reg.eleyo.com/

    • Complete registration form online

    • Pay $160 (credit/debit card)

    • Provide Learners Permit information.

      • If applicable, not needed to participate in the class.

      • Each student will need a Learner’s Permit to drive on the range and road.

      • Students will have an opportunity to take the test during the class.

If you should need additional information, please contact Teresa Smith at smitht2@duvalschools.org.



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