Underclass Newsletter
December, 2021
It's that busy time of year with the holidays! I know with winter coming it may seem like summer is far away. It is, but now is actually the time to begin planning what you will do with all that free time next summer. There are many great options such as working, volunteering, athletic camps, traveling and touring college campuses.
Another great option is to spend some time on a college campus through one of their summer programs. Length of programs span a few days to the whole summer and topics range from academics, leadership, college exploration and more! The best news is that while many of these programs can be expensive, many are low cost, offer scholarships, and some are even FREE!
Take advantage of this opportunity to learn a little more about yourself while building your resume and living on a college campus. Read on for highlights of some of the programs that are offered.
Happy Winter break!
Summer Ventures
Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics is a no-cost, state-funded program for academically talented North Carolina students who are interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This program is for current 10th and 11th grade students. You live on a college campus for four weeks in the summer and conduct research around topics of your interest — while enjoying the company of like-minded peers. You will have the opportunity to engage in research with faculty and get hands-on experience at a university.
- When is it? mid-June until the end of July, 2021 (program is 4 weeks but exact dates vary by campus)
- Where is it? Appalachian State University, UNC Wilmington, UNC Charlotte and East Carolina (exact campus is determined by your area of study)
- How much is it? FREE!! Funded by the state of NC.
- How do I apply? Apply at cfnc.org (same application process as NCSSM). See your counselor if you have questions.
- What is the deadline? January 18, 2022
- Can I apply to Summer Ventures if I applied to NCSSM or Governor's School? Yes! However if you are admitted to the NCSSM residential program or Governor's School, you must choose which program you would like to attend. NCSSM online students can also attend Summer Ventures.
- Find out more here or see your counselor.
Career Accelerator Program (CAP)
Applications are now available and you can apply here. Application deadline is February 15.
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Jakara Scurry, last names Go-N, jakara.scurry@orange.k12.nc.us
Kelly Schaeffer, last names O-Z, kelly.schaeffer@orange.k12.nc.us
Raquel Butner, College Adviser, raquel.butner@orange.k12.nc.us
Nick Montgomery, CDC, nick.montgomery@orange.k12.nc.us
Lindsey Holloway, Counseling Intern, lindsey.holloway@orange.k12.nc.us
Email: kelly.schaeffer@orange.k12.nc.us
Website: http://www.orangecountyfirst.com/ohs/content/counseling
Location: 500 Orange High School Road, Hillsborough, NC, United States
Phone: 919-732-6133