Post Grad News
March 4, 2024
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UPDATING NAVIANCE
Once You Have Applied:
- Please mark that you have applied in Naviance. Click on>Colleges I'm applying to>edit>Have you submitted your application?
Have You Heard Back From A College?
Let me know your college decision so that I can update your application status in Naviance.
Check Your Emails:
- Once I receive your transcript request through My School Bucks, I look them over to make sure I have all the information needed. Sometimes I am missing information or need clarification. If that is the case I will send you an email. Please note I will not send your transcript until I hear from you.
- If I have everything I need you will receive an email confirming your transcript has been sent.
FAFSA
The FASFA is now open!!!! Please click here for more information and the application.
JUNIORS
March/April
- Take the SAT/ACT Exams
- Talk to teachers, coaches, mentor about writing recommendations letters for your college applications. FYI teachers should not complete them until we start the 24-25 school year. If they are not returning for the next school year ask them to send me your letter of recommendation.
- Move colleges to which you are going to apply to the Colleges I'm Applying To section in your Naviance account.
- Students seeking military academy admissions should begin pre-candidate phase of applying, and submit applications for congressional nominations.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Douglas Conserves
We offer volunteer opportunities/community service hours at our stream restoration site at Lowell Ranch in Castle Rock. More information here – https://douglasconserves.org/east-plum-creek-restoration-partnership/
There are actually many opportunities for high schoolers to get community service hours with us. We hold an Annual Plant Sale in May where we could use some help sorting plants and interfacing with the public, for example.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Click here for a list of scholarships. Please make sure you are checking this regularly as it is updated whenever I receive new scholarship opportunities.
Scholarships.com
Scholarships.com is a great resource for students and parents.
Links to Scholarships with Deadlines Approaching
10 Scholarships with Deadlines Approaching
The Mensa Foundation Scholarship Program $10,000.00 January 15, 2024
Dolly Parton Songwriters Award $20,000.00 January 15, 2024
Rise Global Program $100,000.00 January 17, 2024
The Coolidge Scholarship $120,000.00 January 18, 2024
LPGA Chevron Changing the Face of Golf Scholarship $10,000.00 January 31, 2024
National Merit Scholarship Corporation Program $10,000.00 January 31, 2024
McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship $100,000.00 February 6, 2024
Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship $5,000.00 February 8, 2024
Gucci Changemakers Scholarship $20,000.00 February 9, 2024
HBCU Week x NFL Scholarship $10,000.00 February 16, 2024
2023-2024 Scholarship Deadline Calendar
March 2024
3/4
$30,000
3/12
$100,000
3/15
$15,000
3/17
$10,000
April 2024
4/11
$10,000
4/15
$10,000
4/15
$10,000
4/15
$10,000
May 2024
5/1
$100,000
5/1
$45,000
5/1
$48,000
5/27
$20,000
June 2024
6/1
$5,000
6/7
$10,000
6/15
$5,000
6/30
$15,000
COLLEGE/TRADE SCHOOL/INFORMATION
COLLEGE REP VISITS
Please sign up for College Visits in Naviance
I am booking more visits every day! Add colleges that you are thinking about to your “Colleges I’m Thinking About” tab in Naviance. Then you will receive email notifications when those colleges are visiting. If you would like to attend a visit, you will need to sign up in Naviance under the “Colleges Home” tab and you will see the college visits on the lower righthand portion of the page. Most visits are held in the Post Grad Room. Attendance is taken at the visits and you will be excused from the class time while you are at the college visit.
Baylor University
Tuesday, Mar 5, 2024, 09:45 AM
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Texas A & M University
Tuesday, Mar 5, 2024, 01:30 PM
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Oklahoma State Universtiy
Wednesday, Mar 13, 2024, 09:00 AM
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Universal Technical Institute of Arizona
Wednesday, Mar 13, 2024, 12:45 PM
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MILITARY
Visits
The different branches of the military set up a table in the commons during both lunches certain times of the month. Below is a list when they are scheduled.
- US Army; 2nd Tuesday of every month
- Marines; 1st Thursday of every month
- Navy; 1st Friday of every month
- Air Force, 3rd Friday of every month
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Wize Academy Summer Interns Job Description:
Hello Students,
As we gear up for an exhilarating summer at Wize Computing Academy, we extend a warm invitation for you to join our team as a Summer Intern or Part-time Classroom Assistant.
Why Work With Us:
Excellent Pay: Earn $18-20 per hour.
Career Readiness: Gain hands-on experience in technology-related fields.
College Applications: Stand out with expertise in cutting-edge technologies.
Portfolio Building: Showcase your coding and robotics projects.
Personal Growth: Embrace challenges and cultivate a growth mindset.
Networking: Connect with industry professionals.
Job Description: In this role, you'll play a crucial part in our dynamic educational environment, assisting in classroom coordination, inspiring and involving children in educational activities, maintaining open communication with both management and parents, and handling administrative tasks from the comfort of your home. During the school year, commit approximately 7-10 hours per week, with an increased commitment to 20-40 hours per week during the summer.
This is an incredible opportunity for growth, learning, and making a lasting impact. If you're ready for an exciting summer filled with tech adventures, we'd love to have you on board! For more details or to express your interest, please contact Aliya Harris at (832) 445-7739 or via email at aliya.harris@wizeacademy.com.
Merrick Is Hiring
Greetings. My name is Lisa Chipman and I am a Recruiter for Merrick and Company, an Architecture and Engineering design firm headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado. We recently posted our Summer 2024 Internship positions which include Designer internships. These are excellent opportunities for students who have completed or are currently doing CAD programs. If you have students who are eligible and looking for summer employment opportunities that will help them grow in this field, please share the following with them.
- Intern – Mechanical Designer - Go to https://careers.merrick.com/careers-home/jobs/5539?lang=en-usto view job description and apply online.
- Intern – Process Designer - Go to https://careers.merrick.com/careers-home/jobs/5543?lang=en-us to view job description and apply online.
Kindercare Learning Companies
“Champions Before and After School are currently hiring for teacher aide positions at multiple locations in Parker. No experience is necessary. We are willing to train and develop students who enjoy being around children and have a positive attitude. Starting wages vary between $15-$17 per hour.”
Harrison Laboratory
Hlabs, our small electronic manufacturing company located in Parker has a part time position available for a qualifying student that is seeking an after school employment. This position involves hands-on training in activities such as soldering, IC chip programming, parts insertion into pc boards, various other tasks such as monitoring automated assembly equipment, and other tasks that may not necessarily be related to assembly. Prior experience is nice but not necessary. Our company
considers effort and diligence far more important than experience. Pay is based on job performance and ranges from $18 to $20 per hour.
Stan Harrison
Pres Harrison Laboratories Inc
303 841 5360 (11am—8pm M-F)
Personal Cell 720 561 1278 (9am—8pm M-F)
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