Seniors who are wanting to take the WorkKeys test to try to qualify for the state scholarship program will be able to take the test on Thursday Jan. 26th in the afternoon. Wondering if your senior should take this test? Seniors should take the WorkKeys if they are on track with the classes needed to meet scholarship qualifying criteria but have not yet achieved a 24 or higher on the ACT. A few things to note:
1.) Students must have a "C" or higher (83% or higher)in all classes required by the state to graduate
2.) Students must have a cumulative GPA of a "B" or higher (3.0 = 88% or higher) at the end of Sr. year
3.) Students must have taken the required courses to meet the requirements of each scholarship--I have visited with all students at least once this year about their status on this. If they don't know, they can stop in again on Monday and I will let them know if it would be beneficial for them to take the WorkKeys.
Please contact me with any questions you may have. Remember, this is a $6000 scholarship...if your senior is close, especially if they only need the test scores to qualify, encourage them to take the WorkKeys. The cost to take the 3 required tests is $15.00 ($5 each).
Online practice tests can be found and taken at http://www.act.org/workkeys/practice for $5.00 each.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Queen Bees & Wannabes: Parent Ed. Book Club
Are you concerned about the modern day pressures faced by your tween or teenage daughter?
There will be a book club format discussion based on the book "Queen Bees & Wannabes" of the following topics :
Group will meet Mondays, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 from 7:00—8:00PM at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 138 3rd St NW, Valley City. Books will be available for purchase ($10).
There will be a book club format discussion based on the book "Queen Bees & Wannabes" of the following topics :
- How girls’ experiences before adolescence impact their teen years, future relationships, and overall success.
- Different roles girls play as Queen Bees, Targets, and Bystanders, and how this defines how they are treated.
- Girls’ power plays–from fake apologies to text messages.
- Where boys fit into the equation of girl conflicts and how you can help your daughter hold her own with the opposite sex.
- Checking your baggage–recognizing how your experiences impact the way you parent.
- How to be sanely involved in your daughter’s difficult, yet common social conflicts.
Call the Parent Resource Center at 845-8528 to register no later than February 3rd.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
North Dakota Farm Bureau Scholarships
North Dakota Farm Bureau's P&E Committee oversees a variety of scholarships to help those not only studying for careers, but for those who are attending college to change careers.
The scholarships are offered online each year, with a due date of March 15. Scholarship recipients will receive notice of award in July.
Available scholarships are:
North Dakota Farm Bureau Becki Palmer Scholarship (for high school seniors). This $500 scholarship will recognize academic achievement as well as leadership skills of high school seniors. Becki Palmer was an employee of NDFB who played an integral role in teaching North Dakota youth, and in bringing the message of agriculture and safety to children across North Dakota. Becki understood the importance of scholarship opportunities because of her involvement in the scholarship programs of NDFB and Dollars for Scholars. Online form, pdf, Word
North Dakota Farm Bureau Agriculture Scholarship (for college-age students). This $500 scholarship is for an undergraduate student majoring in agriculture that has completed or will be completing their freshman year of post-secondary school. Online form, pdf, Word
North Dakota Farm Bureau Family Member Scholarship (for college-age students). This $500 scholarship will recognize academic achievements as well as leadership skills of college-age students. Online form, pdf, Word
North Dakota Farm Bureau Graduate Scholarship (for masters or doctorate students).
This $1,000 scholarship is for graduate level students pursuing a masters or doctorate and will recognize academic achievements as well as leadership skills. Online form, pdf, Word
The scholarships are offered online each year, with a due date of March 15. Scholarship recipients will receive notice of award in July.
Available scholarships are:
North Dakota Farm Bureau Becki Palmer Scholarship (for high school seniors). This $500 scholarship will recognize academic achievement as well as leadership skills of high school seniors. Becki Palmer was an employee of NDFB who played an integral role in teaching North Dakota youth, and in bringing the message of agriculture and safety to children across North Dakota. Becki understood the importance of scholarship opportunities because of her involvement in the scholarship programs of NDFB and Dollars for Scholars. Online form, pdf, Word
North Dakota Farm Bureau Agriculture Scholarship (for college-age students). This $500 scholarship is for an undergraduate student majoring in agriculture that has completed or will be completing their freshman year of post-secondary school. Online form, pdf, Word
North Dakota Farm Bureau Family Member Scholarship (for college-age students). This $500 scholarship will recognize academic achievements as well as leadership skills of college-age students. Online form, pdf, Word
North Dakota Farm Bureau Graduate Scholarship (for masters or doctorate students).
This $1,000 scholarship is for graduate level students pursuing a masters or doctorate and will recognize academic achievements as well as leadership skills. Online form, pdf, Word
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
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Monday, January 9, 2012
Upcoming SDSU Visit Programs
Among more than 140 majors, SDSU has 4 main programs they are known for: Nursing, Pharmacy, Agriculture, and Engineering. Students interested in pursuing degrees in any of these 4 areas of study might be interested in learning more about South Dakota State University located in Brookings, SD. Here are some of their upcoming events:
Junior Day will be held Saturday, January 28th. Find more information at www.sdstate.edu (Keyword: Junior Day. Eager sophomores are welcome too!
Jackrabbit Preview Days are held on Fridays and are a great opportunity for seniors or juniors. Space is limited for these days and programs fill up quickly. Register early (at least 2 weeks before your visit) by going to www.sdstate.edu (Keyword: Preview)
One-on-One visits are also available Monday-Friday between 8 and 5. Visits can be scheduled by calling the Admissions Office at 800-952-3541 or going to www.sdstate.edu (Keyword: weekday visit)
Junior Day will be held Saturday, January 28th. Find more information at www.sdstate.edu (Keyword: Junior Day. Eager sophomores are welcome too!
Jackrabbit Preview Days are held on Fridays and are a great opportunity for seniors or juniors. Space is limited for these days and programs fill up quickly. Register early (at least 2 weeks before your visit) by going to www.sdstate.edu (Keyword: Preview)
One-on-One visits are also available Monday-Friday between 8 and 5. Visits can be scheduled by calling the Admissions Office at 800-952-3541 or going to www.sdstate.edu (Keyword: weekday visit)
St. Olaf Summer Camps
St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN offers a number of camps for students of various ages to participate in during the summer months. There camps include:
- Diving & Swim Camps
- Engineering & Physics Camp for Girls
- Music Camp
- OleChess Camp
- Piano Academy
- Theater Camps
SD School of Mines Summer Youth Camps
SD School of Mines & Technology has a number of summer camps available for students in grades 6-12. Here is list of camps, dates & cost (Scholarships are available):
Space Adventures! Camp--Students explore astronomy & space engineering
Grades 6-8 July 15-20
Grades 9-12 July 22-27
$525
Super Science Honors Institute--Students explore Physics, Earth Science, Astronomy, & Chemisty
Grades 6-8 July 8-13
$525
Socket to Me! Computer Camp--Students explore Informational Technology, Computer Programing & Computer Engineering
Grades 7-10--Boys June 3-8; Girls June 10-15
$525
Youth Geology Field Camp--Students explore Geology and what it would be like to be a Geologist
Grades 6-8 June 3-6 $424
Grades 9-12 June 10-15 $550
Chemical & Biological Engineering Institute--Students gain a great pre-college experience in the Chemical & Biological Engineering career path
Grades 10-12 July 22-26
$550
Forensics & Materials Engineering Institute--Students explore Forensics Engineering & Material Analysis
Grades 10-12 July 8-12
$550
For more information, students can grab a brochure from the counselor bulletin board, visit www.sdsmt.edu/learn or call (605)394-2693
Space Adventures! Camp--Students explore astronomy & space engineering
Grades 6-8 July 15-20
Grades 9-12 July 22-27
$525
Super Science Honors Institute--Students explore Physics, Earth Science, Astronomy, & Chemisty
Grades 6-8 July 8-13
$525
Socket to Me! Computer Camp--Students explore Informational Technology, Computer Programing & Computer Engineering
Grades 7-10--Boys June 3-8; Girls June 10-15
$525
Youth Geology Field Camp--Students explore Geology and what it would be like to be a Geologist
Grades 6-8 June 3-6 $424
Grades 9-12 June 10-15 $550
Chemical & Biological Engineering Institute--Students gain a great pre-college experience in the Chemical & Biological Engineering career path
Grades 10-12 July 22-26
$550
Forensics & Materials Engineering Institute--Students explore Forensics Engineering & Material Analysis
Grades 10-12 July 8-12
$550
For more information, students can grab a brochure from the counselor bulletin board, visit www.sdsmt.edu/learn or call (605)394-2693
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