Monthly Archives: January 2019

2020 PEOPLE TO PEOPLE INFORMATION MEETING

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How would you like to travel to Europe in the summer of 2020?  Would you like to earn service hours while doing community service in a European country?  How about changing yourself on a high ropes course along the sea?  People to People announces the 2020 information meeting for area students currently in grades 6 – 11 on Wednesday, February 13th at 7:00 p.m. in South Western High School cafeteria, 200 Bowman Road, Hanover.  At the meeting, full information will be provided to students and parents, including the itinerary and departure date.

Information and flyers are available in the counseling office for those interested in learning more.

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AAMI- ESSAY CONTEST

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ELIGIBILITY:  High school students. In 500-700 words, describe “How can we address and prevent veteran homelessness in our communities?”

AMOUNT:  First Place: $100; Second Place $50; Third Place $25

DUE DATE:  March 1, 2019

MAIL TO:  Diana E. Weaver, Unit Americanism Chairman, 207 Carlisle Street, Hanover, PA  17331

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Susquehanna Pre-College Programs

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Spend a week living on a college campus with other high school students who share your passion.

We offer exceptional summer educational institutes, ranked in the top 20 in the nation by Value Colleges. Our programs will allow you to get a taste of college life and challenge, inspire, and prepare you for the future.

https://www.susqu.edu/academics/summer-pre-college-programs

74th KEYSTONE GIRLS STATE

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Keystone Girls State program is a week long, simulated government immersive learning experience.  America’s future leaders, now high school girls, become “citizens” and are assigned to mock cities where they assume roles in the fictional “National” and “Federal” political parties.  They run for and hold offices that mirror their state;s elective offices.  As in past years, they will learn about the legislative process and parliamentary procedure.  Last year we made exiting changes to the program and we now have a fully interactive house and senate that will write proposed bills and debate those bill.s  We will also hold collegiate level mock trials.  This program is designed to teach lifelong lessons in leadership grounded in civility, teamwork, advocacy, consensus building, and respect.  As part of this program, two girls are selected to attend ALA Girl National as “senators” for a week in July in Washington, D.C.

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OVER $150,000 IN SCHOLARSHIP MONEY

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Within the last month, the South Western Scholarship Connection website has advertised dozens of new scholarships worth a total of more than $150,000.

Students and parents can subscribe to the Scholarship Connection to receive updates anytime a new scholarship is posted to the site.  Seniors also receive periodic reminders in their email when new scholarships are posted.
Scholarship money is out there, but it takes time and effort to read through the openings and fill out the applications.  Seniors should get started now!

YORK COLLEGE UPCOMING EVENTS

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  • Jan. 26 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Day: For any of your students interested in the STEM fields. They will meet faculty, current students, local employers, try a hands-on project, and tour the Kinsley Engineering Center.
  • Feb. 2 Winter Open House: Our February Open House is geared toward seniors. They will be able to meet with their potential academic department, explore campus, and much more.
  • Feb. 9 Graham School of Business Day: For prospective students to get an extensive look inside our business majors (all 20 of them!) and meet business faculty and students.
  • Feb. 16 Graphic Design Day: Students will have a hands-on project, an opportunity to see our downtown gallery, and plenty of time to talk with our graphic design faculty.
  • Feb. 16 Legacy Day: A special event for students that have a family connection to York College.
  • Feb. 26 Understanding College – Academic Possibilities Night: To help families understand the path of choosing a major, what kind of careers there might be, and you’ll hear from graduates. This is perfect for undeclared students, as well as those who want a better idea how to get on their ideal career path.
  • March 22 and April 13 Accepted Student Days: For all of our incoming accepted students. There will be extensive time to meet with faculty and school deans, get in-depth help with preparing for the fall, and much more. Registration will be available soon!
  • April 6 Junior Preview Day: Designed for underclassmen, this gives students an inside look at York College, including a campus tour, time with faculty and current students, and guidance on the admissions and financial aid process.

BUS TRIP to Naval Academy in Annaplois, MD

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As a service project, the United States Naval Academy Parents’ Club of Central PA is sponsoring a bus trip on Saturday March 20, 2019.  The purpose of this trip is to give interested students and their parents an opportunity to see the Academy first hand, learn about the application/appointment process, and meet with local area high school graduates who are presently midshipmen at the Academy.  The cost of $90.00 per person includes transportation to and from the Academy, a presentation by a USNA Admissions Officer, a question and answer session with midshipmen, parents, and guests, lunch in Dahlgren Hall, a guided tour of the Academy yard and buildings to include classrooms and typical living areas, and a stop at the gift shop.  The bus will be boarded in Harrisburg and York.  Reservations are limited and must be confirmed with payment.  It is advisable to make reservations early.  Seating on the bus will be on first come, first served basis.  Please make checks payable to the “USNA Parents’ Club of Central PA”  To confirm your reservation, send your payment to:  Joe Innerst, 377 Benyou Lane, New Cumberland, PA 17070.  Please include you phone number and email address.

Call Joe Innerst at 717-938-4010 or email joseph.innerst@dallastown.net

GETTYSBURG COLLEGE

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Greetings from Gettysburg!

Gettysburg College is excited to offer several opportunities for high school juniors and sophomores to attend academic camps over the summer months. Subjects include psychology, history, creative writing, piano, or information technology. Please find information to share with your students about our academic camps below:

  • Camp Psych – Campers will get hands-on experiences that introduce them to research in psychology during this fun, challenging, and engaging introduction to the field.
  • Sunderman Piano Institute – Pianists 12-17 years old who desire to improve their performance skills, collaborate with other pianists, and dive deeply into related music subjects of their choice. Pianists will have opportunities to perform in daily studio class, and the final Friday concert will showcase pianists in both solo and ensemble works.
  • Writing Camp – Students gain an in-depth introduction to all four genres of creative writing: fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and writing for stage and screen.
  • 3D Object Modeling and Printing Camp – Students will study 3D object modeling and printing starting with the basics of a 3D printer. After learning the fundamentals, they will practice designing objects.
  • Coding for Robotics & Electronics Camp – Students will gain hands-on experiences in coding, wiring, hardware, and building robots through the open source software known as Arduino. Throughout this camp, campers will learn basic electrical engineering, the physics behind electricity, and how to think like a scientist.
  • Civil War Institute Summer Conference – The High School Student Scholarship component of Gettysburg College’s annual Civil War Institute summer conference provides high school students an opportunity to explore the history of the Civil War era on the site of the war’s most decisive battle.

Best wishes,

Gail Sweezey
Dean of Admissions
Gettysburg College