Need help filling out the FAFSA? Attend the completion workshop through Penn State York on Saturday, April 13 from 10a-12p. Registration is required. See the flyer below for more information.
FAFSA Completion Workshop
Join the PHEAA (PA Higher Education Assistance Agency) on March 18 or April 30 to have virtual one-on-one assistance to complete your FAFSA. The workshop will run from 4pm-7pm. Registration is required to secure your 45 minute session. Click the link below for further information and QR code to register.
CSI Camp
Waynesburg University will be hosting their annual CSI camp from June 10, 2024 to June 14, 2024. This is an overnight camp open to students entering 11th grade, 12th grade, or who are spring 2024 high school graduates.
For more information, registration, and sample schedule, please click here
2024 Best and Brightest
The PA Media Group – The Patriot News and Penn Live – will honor 20 high school seniors as the Best & Brightest to represent the potential of the class of 2024.
Students nominate themselves; must be a current senior with a B average or a 3.0 minimum GPA. Applications are due by March 11, 2024.
Georges Lieber Essay Contest on Resistance
The Gettysburg College Jewish Studies committee would like to invite high school students to participate in their Fifth Annual Georges Lieber Essay Contest on Resistance. In 3,000 words, students are encouraged to raise questions, single out issues, and identify dilemmas involving resistance. See attached flyer for in depth information.
AWARDS: 1st prize – $1000; 2nd prize – $750; 3rd prize – $500; Two Honorable Mentions – $250 each
DEADLINE: 8:00pm EST April, 17, 2024, submission details are on the flyer link below
Questions can be directed to Triada Chavis at tchavis@gettysburg.edu
Optimist Club of York County Photo Contest
The photography contest is open to students in middle and high school under the age of 19 as of October 1, 2023.
Students are asked to submit a photo that illustrates one of the ten points of the Optimist Creed.
The deadline for all entries is January 30, 2024 (to the counseling office).
The local Optimist Club will award $125 for first place, $75 for second place, and $50 for third place.
The top 3 winners will have their photograph forwarded to the district contest.
Please review the application and rules and regulations here: Optimist Photography Contest
Keystone Boys State
Keystone Boys State is a week-long leadership development program in which the focus is a hands-on simulation of municipal, county, and state government.
WHEN: June 16-22, 2024
WHERE: Messiah University
COST: $200 paid by an American Legion
Elmer Hafer Youth Camp
The Elmer Hafer American Legion State Police National Guard Youth Camp is a six day program for students ages 15-17 interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement or the military.
WHEN: June 9-15, 2024
WHERE: Messiah University
COST: $175 which includes meals and lodging, however the fee is paid by a sponsoring post or unit
Click here for more information
Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program
The Distinguished Young Women of York County program is held in May of each year. It is a program for high school junior girls which places an emphasis on excellence recognizing and rewarding students for their scholastic achievement, talent, leadership and overall accomplishments in their schools and communities.It also promotes the outreach program Be Your Best Self encouraging self esteem in students of all ages. Be Healthy, Be Ambitious, Be Involved, Be Responsible and Be Studious.Young ladies from schools in York County will attend rehearsals and be a part of an awesome production at the Pullo Center at Penn State York. They will have a wonderful experience making new friends, gaining confidence and skills that will follow them throughout their lives. A brief information meeting will be held with a representative from last year’s program. Applications for participation are due in January 2024.
Informational session held Friday, October 20, 2023 at 9:30am. Contact your counselor to join the meeting.
Lenfest College Scholarship Info Session
Join the virtual Lenfest College Scholarship information session scheduled for Tuesday, October 17th, 7-8pm via zoom.
See attached flyer for more info!