The spring semester brings into focus a few things for our secondary students that Mrs. Ewing will spotlight in the next few newsletters. These topics include next year’s scheduling, summer enrichment & leadership programs for all grades, and scholarship opportunities for seniors.
NEXT YEAR SCHEDULING:
Selection of Studies are being reviewed. Mrs. Ewing met with students this week to verify any questions about individual course selections.
See Mrs. Ewing for details on registering for precollege courses this summer or next fall.
This process must be completed before students will be able to register for precollege classes beginning April 22.
Watch for 24-25 scheduling updates in future newsletters as we progress in the master scheduling process. Contact Mrs. Ewing with any questions at 417-836-5950 or CoyeatteEwing@MissouriState.edu.
Area Opportunities:
Drury University will host juniors on their campus April 19, 9a-1p. They would love for Greenwood juniors to come. Register using the following link: Jr. Visit Day, Friday, 4/19.
Leadership Springfield - Leadership Springfield is accepting applications from current high school sophomores and juniors for our 2024-2025 Academy Class. The application deadline was extended to April 8. This free community leadership program helps students discover how to be more engaged citizens and develop as leaders in a diverse community. Participation in Leadership Springfield will inspire, develop, and connect local students to see the impact they can have on the community.
· Application: https://leadershipspringfield.org/forms/leadership-springfield-academy-class-35-application/
· Parent/Guardian consent: https://www.cognitoforms.com/LeadershipSpringfield2/leadershipspringfieldacademyclassguardianconsentform2
· Reference: https://www.cognitoforms.com/LeadershipSpringfield2/LeadershipSpringfieldAcademyRecommendationForm
Club Z In-Home Tutoring Services – Club Z offers learning and academic solutions with tutoring, test prep, and study skills customized for your student’s needs. 417-714-4880; kevinbaker@clubztutoring.com; In Home Tutoring & Online Tutoring - Club Z! Tutoring of Springfield, MO (clubztutoring.com) They will be hosting an ACT Boot Camp on April 6 at Springfield Catholic HS. There are seats still available. Contact them today!
Class101 offers several events to assist students with ACT Prep.
The 101 Scholarship is BACK Class 101 is awarding four high school students with a $3,000 scholarship! If you have a passion for making a difference in your community apply between February 15th - April 15th, 2024.Visit Class101.com/101scholar for more information.
High School Prep 101: Empower your middle schooler for high school success! Our tailored course imparts essential life skills and knowledge, from time management to goal setting. Join us on the journey to personal growth and academic excellence. Enroll now and set the stage for a successful high school experience.
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES: Various summer enrichment & leadership programs are offered in Missouri and across the nation. Participating in these programs provides students with invaluable curriculum enhancement, leadership experience, and contributes to the strength of college applications. Mrs. Ewing will send out notices as she learns of any summer program opportunities. You may also check out various programs listed on the Counseling page of the Greenwood website. Counseling Department | Greenwood Laboratory School (missouristate.edu). You will also find other opportunities through your own research and networking. Continue reading for this week’s focus programs:
2024 Missouri Boys & Girls State sessions. Both programs are offered to rising seniors. Boys & Girls State will be held during the same week - June 22-June 29 - at the same site, on the campus of Lindenwood University in St. Charles, MO. Attendees explore & experience many facets of local & state government through fun and meaningful learning formats. Several scholarship opportunities are available and college credit can be earned. Greenwood has a rich history of representation to both Boys and Girls State.
· Boys: Apply at www.moboysstate.org.
· Girls: Apply at www.missourigirlsstate.org/.
Mrs. Ewing will manage your application from Greenwood’s portal. Early registration deadline was January 31; Application deadline is April 3. Please note that the earlier you apply and are accepted the more likely you will receive sponsorships to cover your participation fees. Greenwood wants YOU to represent the Bluejays in the 2024 sessions of Missouri Girls State and Boys State. Past delegates would advise you not to miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity!
2024 Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes - This two-week online enrichment program is designed for academically motivated and intellectually curious students currently in grades 8-11. Each online course provides an in-depth exploration of a single subject, allowing students to enrich their academic interests while meeting other students who share their passions and abilities. View their digital flyer here: share this digital flyer. NOTE: The application deadline is March 29, 2024 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time.
Georgetown University Precollege Courses – Georgetown University will offer two college credit-bearing courses as part of their Pre-college Online Program. High school students with a passion for biology or psychology can earn college credit from home by taking one or both courses. Each course will feature dynamic video lessons taught by renowned Georgetown faculty. Learn more about these opportunities at this link: Georgetown Pre-College Program | Online College Credit Courses (precollegeprograms.org)
Constitutional Democracy Academy - A SUMMER SEMINAR ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FOR RISING HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS AND SENIORS will offered by MU in two sessions this summer: JULY 8-12 and JULY 22-26. This seminar is hosted on the University of Missouri campus in Columbia, and students will be housed in campus residence halls. A nonrefundable fee of $100 will be required of accepted applicants to reserve a place in the seminar. All other costs, except for travel to and from Columbia, are covered by the Kinder Institute. Apply at democracy.missouri.edu/high-school-students/cda/ or use the following link: link to the online application. Application Deadline: April 1, 2024. Students will be notified no later than April 30.
Mizzou MedPrep: Medical Explorations: The University of Missouri School of Medicine invites current sophomores and juniors to participate in their medical explorations workshop - a 2-week online course with a one-day In-person visit to either the Columbia or Springfield Clinical Campus. The students will explore careers in healthcare, enhance self-awareness through personal assessment, and connect with peers, students, staff, and faculty in healthcare. Students should APPLY online (students will first create an account and choose a username and password, they will then be able to log in and out of the account as needed. To access account, click here). Online workshop: June 3 – June 14, 2024; In-Person Event: June 14, 2024 Fee: $75 Registration dates – February 28 – March 30.
Limited number of participants accepted. For more information, contact the MedPrep staff at (573) 884-6375, mizzoumedprep@health.missouri.edu or go to: https://medicine.missouri.edu/education/pre-med-outreach-programs/mizzou-medprep-explorations/medical-explorations
MSU Sports Medicine Camp - The camp will feature skills and speakers from a variety of health care professions. The event is designed as a high school camp, but they believe Greenwood 7th and 8th graders will fit in nicely as well. See dates and registration info at this link: https://phsm.missouristate.edu/camp.htm.
West Point’s Summer Leaders Experience (SLE). West Point seeks to develop Leaders of Character. They are looking for high-achieving young people who are in great standing with their school and community, and who want to challenge themselves.
SLE is a one-week program for current Juniors (High School Class of 2025) to visit West Point in June. Students:
· Spend the week with West Point cadets, live in the barracks, and eat in the mess hall.
· Learn about West Point’s world class academics through 17 academic workshops.
· Complete two military days including rappelling, Zodiac boats, combatives (like Jiu-Jitsu) training and more!
- Challenge themselves physically through the Candidate Fitness Assessment.
- Complete their admissions interview with a cadet.
- Spend the week making friends with other students from all over the US who are applying to West Point.
Applications will be accepted until April 15. SLE is competitive and not all who apply are offered to attend.
Learn more about SLE- https://www.westpoint.edu/admissions/summer-program
Apply now- https://apply.westpoint.edu/portal/candidate
SCHOLARSHIPS & College Resources: In addition to the scholarship information posted on the website’s Counseling page, Mrs. Ewing will highlight specific scholarship programs and resources in future newsletters.
Scholarship Essays Worksheet - Check out this great resource to help you identify what makes a great scholarship essay, how to write a strong essay of your own, and how to ask for letters of recommendation. Student Worksheet: Essays and Letters of Recommendation - Going Merry
3 Senior Spring College Decision Handouts
College decisions bring a mix of emotions. Some students get into their dream schools while others may not get any acceptances at all. These handouts may help you through the next steps:
1. COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE OZARKS (Various Scholarships) – CFO’s scholarship season is open, as of Jan 1! The application deadline is now Sunday, April 14. Seniors should use their personal email to set up an account. CFO has moved to a Universal Application process allowing students to apply for all CFO scholarships for which they qualify through one comprehensive application.
Students will create an account and answer several eligibility questions in the UA. Based on their answers, they will receive a confirmation page which will list the scholarship opportunities that they were found eligible to be considered for. Some scholarship opportunities will require answers to supplemental questions.
Specific criteria information can be found on the “Scholarship Criteria Preview” page on CFO’s website: https://www.cfozarks.org/resources/scholarship-criteria. See step by step instructions on the following pdf: “How to Apply for Scholarships” How to Apply for Scholarships.pdf NOTE: Due to the unprecedented and unfortunate series of challenges with the FAFSA this year, the Community Foundation of the Ozarks has removed the FAFSA-SAI number requirement from its scholarship applications for this year. Students will no longer need to include that information in their applications.
2. Junior League of Springfield Scholarship – The ideal candidate will have exhibited exceptional leadership and involvement within her community. Apply online at
https://www.jlspringfield.org/founders-fund-scholarship/. Application deadline is March 31.
3. P.E.O Golden Girl Scholarship – The PEO Chapter LC provides this scholarship for exceptional senior women to attend a MO accredited postsecondary educational institution for the next academic year. Interested senior girls can pick up the application form from Mrs. Ewing. Postmark deadline is March 31.
4. Soroptimist Lollar Scholarship – The Soroptimist International of Springfield offers a scholarship of $1500 to a deserving, qualifying senior planning to attend college or vocational school in the fall of 2024. Applicants must demonstrate financial need. See Mrs. Ewing if interested in applying.
Applications must be postmarked before April 28.
- Men’s College Scholarship – Appy for the Men’s College Scholarship by Monday, April 1 at 11:59 pm ET (8:59 pm PT). Research shows that fraternities connect members to their campus, community, and friends and serve as an accelerator for success. It also shows that members champion peer accountability and experience stronger mental health and wellness. The Men's College Scholarship is awarded through the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence, a registered 501(c)3 organization. Current or future membership in a fraternity is not required.
