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:
All students, 6th through 11th grade, should have brought home scheduling forms for next year. Selection of Studies forms were due to Mrs. Ewing by Monday, March 4. If your son/daughter has not turned in their form, please make sure this is done immediately before leaving for or upon returning from Spring Break. It is important to gather all student selections to begin building the master schedule. Contact Mrs. Ewing with any questions at 417-836-5950 or CoyeatteEwing@MissouriState.edu.
A zoom session was provided for parents on February 20 detailing next year’s scheduling information. If you have not had the chance, you can listen to that recording at this link:
https://missouristate.zoom.us/rec/share/GqlfYN7Pwx6Oog2GLMqMYAOHmoO-WBcdLfOrsxuSl6dbrcrDRZ8iMXwNDMeT-Srq.F_VYyedpIyhhaS-4 Passcode: aw.CR6$7
See Mrs. Ewing for details on registering for precollege courses this summer or next fall. Watch for 24-25 scheduling updates in future newsletters as we progress in the master scheduling process.
Area Opportunities:
Leadership Springfield - Leadership Springfield is accepting applications from current high school sophomores and juniors for our 2024-2025 Academy Class. This free community leadership program helps students discover how to be more engaged citizens and develop as leaders in a diverse community. During the seven-month program, students participate in leadership development training, learn about the local community, and coordinate three themed 'field trip days’ where students get to see firsthand how leaders work together to structure and influence the community around them with a focus on equity and inclusion. Students will gain project management skills, leadership training, and a newfound appreciation for the work that goes into making our community function. Most of all, the program is designed to inspire, develop, and connect local students to see the impact they can have on the community. Leadership Springfield provides the Academy program at no cost to students, families, or districts. Program days will not count as absences. Here are the direct links to each of the forms for the Academy Class:
· 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.
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!
Mini-Med School - High School Mini-Med School at the University of Missouri Columbia is returning this June for two sessions. Session 1 runs from June 2-6 and Session 2 is from June 9-13. This overnight camp is for Missouri high school rising seniors who are interested in a career in medicine. Students will attend lectures and will participate in the same Patient Based Learning (PBL) curriculum that Mizzou medical students do with hands-on clinical experiences, simulation and anatomy centers, and social events in the evenings. This is a great experience for anyone who is considering medical school after college.
The cost for this camp is $650 which includes all the camp fees, lodging, camp deposit of $50 and meals. The application is free and there are scholarships available. The application opened Jan 12 and is due March 17, along with a transcript and a letter of recommendation from a past or current Science teacher. For more information about the camp and the application visit: https://medicine.missouri.edu/offices-programs/education/pre-med-outreach-programs/mini-medical-school.
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.
CoxHealth Medical Explorer Program is holding registration from March 1 - March 28 for students ages 15-20 interested in pursuing a career in the medical field. Medical Explorers is an observation program offering 39 areas throughout the hospital for the students to see the staff in action. Opportunities vary from dietary to surgery and anesthesia allowing the students to narrow down their focus for planning their higher education path. See Mrs. Ewing for an application or contact Kathy Shirley at kathy.shirley@coxhealth.com or go to https://www.coxhealth.com/education/medical-explorers/.
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
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
Spring Break is a perfect time for relaxation and an opportunity to apply for scholarships. For high school juniors and seniors who want to make wise use of their time off, here is a list of scholarship opportunities. Scholarship Deadline Calendar.docx - Google Docs
13 Scholarships with Deadlines Approaching
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 March 24. 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
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.
