American Legion High School Oratory Scholarship Program

                               

The American Legion sponsors a High School Oratory Scholarship Program - "A Constitutional Speech Contest" - designed to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States.  This contest is open to all high school students.  

Contestants must give two speeches.

1. Prepared Oration (8-10 minutes) - original work of the student on any aspect of hte Constitution with an emphasis on the obligations of citizens to the government of the United States.
2. Assigned Topic (3-5 minutes) - addresses any one of four topics drawn at each level of the contest.  The Assigned Topics for this year's contest can be found at www.kylegion.org.

Students who place at the National level can win up to $25,000 in scholarship monies.  There are cash prizes at each level, but the import aspect of these awards is the cash can be used for any of the student's needs or wants, not just tuition.

The First District contest for our area will be held at 2:00 on Sunday, January 9, 2022 in Eddyville at the Lee S. Jones Convention Center.  The deadline for entry in the District contest is Monday, January 3, 2022.

If you have any questions, please contact the Kentucky State Coordinator -  Mark Kennedy at usmc1965@bellsouth.net.

Complete rules, dates, and awards at each level can be obtained at  http://www.kylegion.org/index.php?id=42.

GSE Presentation During Lunches on Tue. 9/28

 

Before/After School Tutoring

 Before/After School Tutoring is available.  Any student needing some extra help is welcome to attend.  Sessions are held in the lab behind the library.  

Days of the Week: Tuesday and Thursday

Morning Sessions: 7:00 - 8:00 am

Afternoon Sessions: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Students working online on Apex to regain failed or lost transfer credits are also welcome to attend.  

1st GSE Webinar is this Wednesday

 Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs

The Governor's School for Entrepreneurs (GSE) will begin accepting applications for summer 2022 on Monday, November 15th. GSE brings teens together from around the state of Kentucky, immerses them in a creative space, and arms them with the tools they need to unleash their entrepreneurial spirits. While all participants gain vital entrepreneurial skills through the program to use as they enter the workplace or continue into higher education, 20 new businesses have already been launched by young entrepreneurs. Others have filed for multiple patents and developed new ideas and relationships that sow the seeds for more business formation. In addition, as a direct result of their participation In GSE, participants qualify for some $5 million in scholarship opportunities from Kentucky's universities and colleges.

 

GSE has arranged to host 6 virtual events via Zoom this fall to showcase the GSE experience and dive into the application process. Find links to register here, and schedule below. 

 

Virtual Informational Events for GSE

 

Wednesday, September 22nd from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, October 20th from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, November 17th from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, December 1st 10th from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, December 15th from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, January 5th from 4-5 pm ET

 

This free, prestigious program will take place on Northern Kentucky University's campus and is open to all current 9th, 10th, and 11th-grade students. 

 

Please visit their website to learn more about the program and to apply: www.KentuckyGSE.com. 

 

Link to overview video: https://youtu.be/XUpldNZ_uJc

Governor's School for the Arts (GSA)

 

Important message from GSA: 

We are so excited to officially announce the timeline for GSA 2022!

You can find information, such as the application timeline, FAQs, and applicant guides on our official website www.kentuckygsa.org.

Alternatively, you can go to www.kentuckyperformingarts.org/education/governors-school-for-the-arts

From our homepage, you can find the application timeline, FAQs, and applicant guides by clicking on the "Prospective Students, Educators, and Parents" tab (located in the menu on the top right-hand corner).

In addition, GSA has several public virtual info sessions throughout the fall that interested applicants should attend.

ACT Prep Workshop with Kelly Walden- Oct. 4-7

 

Governors School for Entrepreneurs - GSE (First Webinar is this Wednesday)

 Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs

The Governor's School for Entrepreneurs (GSE) will begin accepting applications for summer 2022 on Monday, November 15th. GSE brings teens together from around the state of Kentucky, immerses them in a creative space, and arms them with the tools they need to unleash their entrepreneurial spirits. While all participants gain vital entrepreneurial skills through the program to use as they enter the workplace or continue into higher education, 20 new businesses have already been launched by young entrepreneurs. Others have filed for multiple patents and developed new ideas and relationships that sow the seeds for more business formation. In addition, as a direct result of their participation In GSE, participants qualify for some $5 million in scholarship opportunities from Kentucky's universities and colleges.

 

GSE has arranged to host 6 virtual events via Zoom this fall to showcase the GSE experience and dive into the application process. Find links to register here, and schedule below. 

 

Virtual Informational Events for GSE

 

Wednesday, September 22nd from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, October 20th from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, November 17th from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, December 1st 10th from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, December 15th from 4-5 pm ET

Wednesday, January 5th from 4-5 pm ET

 

This free, prestigious program will take place on Northern Kentucky University's campus and is open to all current 9th, 10th, and 11th-grade students. 

 

Please visit their website to learn more about the program and to apply: www.KentuckyGSE.com. 

 

Link to overview video: https://youtu.be/XUpldNZ_uJc

MSU Upward Bound is taking applications-See Evan Merrick for more details

 

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Virtual Q&A Admissions Session

 

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and Foundation     300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, New York 11024 - www.usmmaalumni.com

I want to inform you about a virtual admissions Q&A session for students interested in attending the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), one of the five federal service academies that include West Point, Annapolis, Air Force, and Coast Guard academies.   Date: August 31, 2021 Time: 6 p.m. ET Who: All interested students and guidance counselors What: Virtual question and answer session with some of our outstanding Midshipmen. This will be the perfect opportunity to learn about the admissions process and what it’s really like to attend USMMA.   To register for the session, please use the following link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAscOqtrTMuHtLSOJygP9rbEUjJ8NU4PuGh   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.   Federal Service Academies are not for everyone but we encourage those students looking to serve their country and accept a demanding academic schedule to apply. Like all federal service academies, there is no application fee for USMMA.   Our rigorous four-year academic program is highlighted by the Academy’s Sea Year experience. Through this unique program, every student gains real-world leadership experience working aboard commercial ships sailing to ports around the world during three academic terms. Our students pursue a degree in one of five majors offered through two Academic Departments: Marine Engineering and Marine Transportation. Students receive full tuition, room and board, and books at no cost.   Graduates of the United States Merchant Marine Academy earn a Bachelor of Science degree, a U.S. Coast Guard license, and a commission in the United States Armed Forces. Our graduates have an option to work as ship’s officers in the United States maritime industry or serve as commissioned officers on active duty in any branch of service.   More information about the Academy can be found here.   Area Admissions Officers are as follows: • Northeast Admissions (CT, DE, NH, MA, ME, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT): LCDR Joe Becker - beckerj@usmma.edu • Midwest Admissions (AR, IA, IN, IL, KS, KY, MI, MO, OH, OK, TN, TX, WI, WV): LCDR Tina Schoggers - schoggerst@usmma.edu • West Admissions (AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MN, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY) and Diversity: CDR Keith Watson - watsonk@usmma.edu • Southeast Admissions (AL, DC, FL, GA, LA, MD, MS, NC, SC, VA): LCDR Chuck Wheeler - wheelerd@usmma.edu   We look forward to seeing you!   Sincerely,   Marilyn Livi '82 Senior Vice-President U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, Inc

After School tutoring to begin next week

 

 

Before/After School Tutoring begins this week.  Any student needing some extra help is welcome to attend.  Sessions are held in the lab behind the library from 7-8 am on Tuesday and Thursday mornings or from 3-4 pm on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.  Students working online on Apex to regain failed or lost transfer credits are also welcome to attend.  

Supplemental Year Notification from NCAA

Kentucky Forest Leadership Program

                                 

Are you interested in the environment and want to know more about forests, treees, insects, water and wildlife?  Visit https://kflp.ca.uky.edu/ to learn more about a hands-on week-long program where you will get the opportunity to explore the many aspects of our forests as well as learn about college degrees and career options.

The Kentucky Forest Leadership Program will be held at the University of Kentucky's beautiful and historic Robinson Forest near Hazard, Kentucky. 

The program has a limited enrollment for current high school students that have at least a 2.0 GPA.  The program will be held June 6-11.  Deadline for registration is May 21, 2021.

ACT Prep Opportunity - Sylvan

 Message from Steve at Sylvan about their JUNE ACT prep class:

Starts May 10^th

Mondays and Wednesdays for 5 weeks

6 student maximum

Practice test

Free review after initial class

Call 554-4111 for more info