The Weekly Update
Thursday, October 5th
In This Week's Newsletter
- This week's CCR news (direct admit nursing program, new business opportunity in Michigan, UTI virtual trade expo, and more!)
- SENIORS interested in a career in healthcare?
- Factory Two October Class Schedule
- Michigan Career Pathfinder
- Xello for Families & Xello for Students
- Positivity Project- Forgiveness
- College Visit Calendar
- College Application Waiver Codes
- Scholarship Information *NEW* October scholarships
- **NEW** Employment/Volunteer Opportunities
- Useful Links
- Simon Says...
- Past Newsletters
This Week's News
**ARE YOU INTERESTED IN NURSING??**
The Wayne State University College of Nursing is accepting applications for the Direct Admit program for first-year students. The curriculum for this selective pathway is structured so that admitted students who stay on course can earn a bachelor of science in nursing (B.S.N.) in four years/eight semesters.
For students who are interested in applying, the first step is to attend an information meeting. Students can apply to Wayne State University online at wayne.edu/apply. Requirements include a 3.0 GPA, goal statement and documentation of at least 10 hours of community service. The deadline to apply for the Direct Admit B.S.N. for Freshmen pathway is November 30, 2023.
Students are invited to attend an information meeting to learn more about the program. The upcoming information meetings are:
1. Saturday, October 7 (10-11 a.m.)
2. Friday, October 27 (4-5 p.m.)
New Gigafactory Bringing 517 Jobs and $400 Million Investment to Michigan
"Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Norwegian hydrogen company Nel Hydrogen has chosen Plymouth Charter Township as the location for its new automated gigafactory for production of electrolyzer technology for green hydrogen production. The announcement, which will create 517 good-paying jobs and invest $400 million in the local community, builds on Michigan’s leadership in advanced manufacturing and clean energy." Learn more about this awesome opportunity for our state HERE. **THINK ABOUT THE JOB OPPORTUNITIES THAT WILL BE MADE TO STUDENTS LIKE YOU!!**
Universal Technical Institute Virtual TechTrade Expo
Students are invited to join Universal Technical Institute’s Virtual National TechTrade Expo on 10/21.
As a leading provider of technical education and an official training partner for top brands worldwide, Universal Technical Institute is the place to explore career training options and get the skills needed to be career-ready.
At this event, students can…
- Uncover the reasons why top brands hire our graduates (NASCAR, General Motors, Peterbilt, Yamaha, and more!)
- Explore training paths in innovative fields
- Virtually tour our campus & meet instructors and staff committed to student success
- See how we’re helping to make training affordable (scholarships and grants available)
Click here to RSVP to see how they can get trained on some of the world’s most recognizable brands!
🚩🚩SENIORS🚩🚩Interested in a Career in Healthcare?
Check out this AMAZING opportunity being offered through the Michigan Workforce Development Program.
- FREE CNA certification training
- PAID internship
- Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
See Mrs. Grady in the counseling office for information on how to participate in this program.
Factory Two October Schedule & Entrepreneur Program
Looking to explore in-demand careers and discover the degrees or credentials needed
to pursue them? Use Pathfinder, Michigan’s online career exploration tool that uses
current information related to employment and the workforce, as well as data about the
relationship between education and training programs, to help you learn about career
paths and jobs in the state.
REMEMBER, YOU CAN ALWAYS ACCESS YOUR XELLO ACCOUNT TO RESEARCH CAREER & POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION OPTIONS!
Xello for Students
What Can I Add to My Xello Profile?
Xello provides students with a platform to save all sorts of information. From winning a competition to researching a career field or college, and to saving important research paper, Xello offers students the opportunity to save all of the important events, memories, and assignments in one place.
- Did you have a job over the summer? Add it to your Xello profile!
- Are applying for colleges? Apprenticeships or trade schools? Check out the resources in the Xello program (and addit to your profile!).
- Have you completed a class assignment that you're particularly proud of? Add it your Xello profile!
- Thinking about a certain career field but want to know more? Check out career fields in depth in the Xello program!
- Xello is an amazing resource that contains LOTS of information for career & college readiness- CHECK IT OUT!
Xello for Families
Positivity Project
Forgiveness
Forgiveness is the ability to move past being injured, and allow yourself to reconcile with the person who hurt you. Forgiveness can often be seen as a selfless act, but it also carries many benefits for those who practice it. Those who demonstrate forgiveness have the ability to move forward after someone has hurt them. Forgiveness is often rooted in the idea that all people are valuable and worthy of a second chance. Many who forgive have the ability to consider things from another’s perspective.
The ability to reconcile differences and move forward positively is a trait of any effective group. When people work together, conflict is inevitable. However, when people value each other’s contribution and believe in the group’s goal, they become more capable of moving past conflict toward genuinely positive behavior. A group member’s willingness to forgive imperfections of both other members and the group as a whole contribute to overall success.
College Visit Calendar
Michigan Assured Admission Pact (MAAP)
TEN of Michigan’s 15 public universities today announced a bold new initiative to greatly streamline the college admissions process, boost enrollment, and help students realize their full educational potential. Beginning this fall, participating universities in the Michigan Assured Admission Pact (MAAP) will admit Michigan high school graduates who have earned a cumulative high school grade point average of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale). CLICK HERE for more details!
The following universities have committed to joining the MAAP for the Fall 2024 admission cycle:
- Central Michigan University
- Eastern Michigan University
- Ferris State University
- Lake Superior State University
- Northern Michigan University
- Oakland University
- Saginaw Valley State University
- University of Michigan-Dearborn
- University of Michigan-Flint
- Wayne State University
College Application Waiver Codes
As promised at Senior Parent Night and in the Senior Class Meeting, here is a list of college application "waiver codes" that will save you money when applying to colleges.
This list includes Michigan colleges that always offer FREE applications. It also includes a list of Michigan colleges that offer FREE applications for the month of October since that is Michigan College Application Month.
The list continues to be updated and the codes SHOULD NOT be used until October 1st.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! MCC College Fair Night
Scholarship Information
ESCOFFIER CROWN SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION: THE SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN DISH-OFF
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts is proud to present the Escoffier Crown Scholarship Competition: The Spooktacular Halloween Dish-Off! Contestants have the opportunity to compete virtually for 30 scholarships toward an education at Escoffier totaling $65,000.
Contestants will be asked to make a Spooktacular Halloween-inspired savory or sweet dish and upload a series of photos of their work for consideration.
The deadline for entry is November 1, 2023, by 11:59 pm CT. CLICK HERE for contest details!
Class of 2024- Scholarships for Seniors
Class of 2025- Scholarships for Juniors
*NEW* October Scholarships
1) Owl Scholarship - $1,000 - 50 Awards (Deadline: October 29, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/19879/owl-scholarship
2) CollegeXpress Scholarship - $10,000 – 1 Award (Deadline: October 31, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/19121/collegexpress_scholarship
3) Prudential Emerging Visionaries - $15,000 – 25 Awards (Deadline: November 2, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9425/discover_prudential_emerging_visionaries
4) Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship - $220,000 - 40 Awards (Deadline: November 16, 2023)
5) Dell Scholars Program - $20,000 - 300 Awards (Deadline: December 1, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9745/dell_scholars_program
6) National Space Club Scholarship - $15,000 - 1 Award (Deadline: December 4, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12191/national_space_club_scholarship
7) Burress Law Underdog Scholarship - $5,000 - 6 Awards (Deadline: December 13, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/19214/burress-injury-law-underdog-scholarship
8) Mindscape Big Picture Scholarship - $10,000 - 1 Award (Deadline: December 15, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/20662/mindscape-big-picture-scholarship
9) Thiel High School Fellowship - $100,000 - 30 Awards (Deadline: December 31, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/14065/thiel_fellowship
10) Arthur M. & Berdena King Eagle Scout Scholarship - $10,000 – 15 Awards (Deadline: Dec. 31, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/12050/arthur-m-berdena-king-eagle-scout-scholarship
11) Scalacube Gaming Scholarship - $2,000 - 1 Award (Deadline: December 31, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/23983/scalacube-gaming-scholarship
12) AIAA Lockheed Martin Marillyn Hewson Scholarship - $10,000 - 2 Awards (Deadline: Dec. 31, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/25703/aiaa-lockheed-martin-marillyn-hewson-scholarship
13) Future Travel Nurse Scholarship - $1,000 - 10 Awards (Deadline: December 31, 2023)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/24071/future-travel-nurse-scholarship
14) Design Thinking Scholarship - $1,000 – 2 Awards (Deadline: December 31, 2023)
https://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/11010/design_thinking_scholarship
15) Naval Helicopter Association Scholarship - $4,500 - 20 Awards (Deadline: January 24, 2024)
https://studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9976/naval-helicopter-association-scholarship
Useful Links
- College Board
- Parchment
- Common App
- Guide to completing the Common App (downloadable guide)
- Interest in skilled trades? Click here!
- Interested in the military? Look here!
- Interested in Nursing? Check out this resource!
- Big Future College Search
Employment/Volunteer Opportunities
See Mrs. Grady in the Counseling Office for More Information
- Sovita Credit Union-customer service member (drop off a copy of your resume to Mrs. Grady in the counseling office to apply)
- Local childcare center is looking for individuals interested in working with children
- Lucky's Steakhouse- host, bussing, to-go staff needed (paid hourly + tips)
- Visiting Angels (click on the flyer below)
- Creative Foam Products- light assembly work, 2 to 4 hour shifts available
Simon Says...Beat the Raiders!
Past Newsletters
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