Blog Post for the Week of Sep. 13-17, 2021
- Paxon Guidance
- Sep 17, 2021
- 3 min read
1). Hicks Prep Club Academic Incentive Program
Additional information available at the Habitat for Humanity - Jacksonville website at : www.habijax.org/programs/scholarships
2). Davidson College Diversity & Access Opportunities
With the academic year now in full swing, we want to share information on our Diversity & Access initiatives taking place this fall:
Our Fall Admission Intensive workshop series will be taking place throughout September and October. These virtual workshops are free to attend and open to high school juniors and seniors.
Our two-day Access Davidson virtual visit program will be in October. The deadline to apply is Monday, September 27. Students will need to submit an online application, high school transcript, and senior class schedule for consideration.
Access Davidson is designed for high school seniors from traditionally underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, those who are the first in their family to attend college, and students from rural or low-income backgrounds. We are excited to connect with your students in the months ahead and we wish you a safe and healthy fall.
Best,
Marlene Arellano (she/her)
Senior Assistant Dean of Admission
Director of Diversity & Inclusion
Davidson College
3). Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences Career Exploration Day is Saturday, Nov. 6th
Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences is inviting 50 diverse high school juniors and seniors from Northeast Florida to participate in a virtual career exploration day on Saturday, November 6th, 2021 on a first come, first serve basis.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology Career Exploration program will explore career opportunities beginning with the Phlebotomy Technician Program which is a nine week certification targeting students who want to jump start their healthcare career. Other laboratory professions will be explored too including Histology, Medical Laboratory Science, and Pathologists’ Assistants. Clinical laboratory professions offer competitive salaries, varied job opportunities, and unparalleled job security!
The MCSHS DLMP Career Exploration application cycle opens on Monday, September 13th and closes on Friday, October 1st, 2021. Register for this event HERE.
Please have the following information prepared, as this is required the register for the event:
Personal Statement to be 300-500 words and include the following. (Why are you interested in a career in Laboratory Medicine and Pathology?)
Lab coat/Shirt Size
Glove size (X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large)
4). 2021 Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. National High School Essay Contest
5). Practice for the 2021 PSAT
The PSAT will be given at Paxon for students in grades 9 - 11 on Wed., Oct. 13th. Be sure to explore the resource below for practice questions as you prepare for the PSAT:
6). SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation (150 seniors will receive a $20,000 scholarship)
No essays, transcripts, or recommendations are required at this stage. Apply to be a Coke Scholar by October 31, 2021, at 5 p.m. Eastern and receive one of 150 college scholarships worth $20,000 through the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. For more details and a link to the application, visit Cokeurl.com/beacokescholar.
7). 2022 Senate Page Program
The 2022 Senate Page Program application is now available. Each year the Florida Senate welcomes young students from across the state to participate in the Senate Page Program. The program has been a part of the Senate tradition for many years and provides an excellent opportunity for young Floridians to take part in the legislative process during the 60-day regular session. This opportunity is available to any high school student (private, public, home-schooled, or virtual school) who is at least 15 to 18 years of age by the first day of their assigned week, between January 10th thru March 7th 2022. During their assigned week, Senate Pages will assist members of the Florida Senate by distributing materials and messages, learn about the legislative process through a hands-on approach, and experience a "mock session" in which students role-play as Senators and engage in debating, discussing and voting on legislation. Senate pages will receive 40 hours of community service or a $250 stipend, which will be mailed to them after they have completed their scheduled week. Visit (https://senatepages.flsenate.gov/) to apply. Students please note that applications are processed in the order received. All online applications must be submitted no later than Thursday, September 30, 2021. If you and your young person are interested in this valuable program, please contact 904-359-2553 for any assistance.
8). Virtual Principal Chat w/Dr. Turner 7 Guidance (the school counselors)
The Zoom information can be found on the PTSA website, http://paxon.my-ptsa.org/.
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