Bevill State Dual Enrollment Information

Bevill State Dual Enrollment Information

1. Summer Honors Dual Enrollment Scholarship application is Due March 23, 2018.

-Summer Honors Early Registration – April 2-23rd

-Summer Regular Registration – May 21st

-Summer Classes begin May 23rd
2. Fall Dual Enrollment

-Fall applications and completed paperwork may be turned in to Ms. Lindsey from May 11-18th

-Fall Early Registration – July 9th -31st

-Fall Regular Registration – August 14th

-Classes begin – August 16th/or per Oak Grove High date for courses taken on the OGHS campus.

Tuskegee University: No Cost Summer Camps

Tuskegee University: No Cost Summer Camps

STEM Summer Academy

When: July 2-27, 2018;  3-week non-residential program (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)

Who: Rising 10th - 11th Graders and Teachers

Sponsored by the College of Business & Information Science (CBIS)

Deadline to Apply: May 31, 2018

Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR) - TREK

When: June 16-30, 2018; 2-week residential program

Who: Students aged 14-17

Sponsored by the College of Agri. Envir. & Nutrition Sci. (CAENS)

Deadline to Apply: April 20, 2018

Preview Architecture & Construction Sci. at Tuskegee (PACT)             

When: June 17-30, 2018; 2-week residential program

Who: High School students

Sponsored by the Taylor School of Architecture & Construction Science (TSACS)

Deadline to Apply: May 11, 2018

Verizon Innovative Learning (VIL) Programfor Minority Males Directed by Tuskegee Univ.

When: July 2-20, 2018; 3-week non-residential program

Who: Students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade (minority males; program is at no cost to participants and includes meal, snack and program materials.)

Hosted by CAENS and CBIS

Deadline to Apply: May 1, 2018

Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs

2018 Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs for Children and Adults

For an enjoyable activity with lifelong benefits, we recommend one of our reading skills programs designed and taught by instructors from the Institute of Reading Development. Programs are offered as a community service by Auburn University, Office of Professional and Continuing Education.

For information, or to enroll online, please select an age group below:

• 4-Year-Olds and Entering Kindergarteners
• Entering 1st Graders
• Entering 2nd Graders
• Entering 3rd Graders
• Entering 4th Graders
• Entering 5th Graders
• Entering 6th-8th Graders
• Entering 9th-11th Graders
• Entering 12th Graders, College Students and Adults

To speak with a program coordinator, or enroll by phone, call (800) 964-8888.

7 am–9 pm Mon–Fri, 7 am–6 pm Sat, 9 am–5 pm Sun

The Joe Wright Scholarship

The Joe Wright Scholarship

The Joe Wright Scholarship is given each year to qualifying seniors in five categories. Applicants may apply for a scholarship in one of the categories: academic, athletic, character, fine arts, and greatest need.

1. Please choose one category for which to apply.
2. Fill out the attached application page.
3. Write a 200 word essay on why you should be chosen to receive the scholarship for that category.
4. Provide two letters of reference. You may not use Ms. Lindsey for this scholarship as she chairs the selection committee.
5. Provide a copy of your letter of acceptance from the college you are attending.

Deadline: Thursday, May 10th at 3:00 p.m. 

Click HERE for application!

Magic City (AL) Chapter, The Links, Inc. Scholarship

The Links, Inc. Scholarship

Requirements:

1.        Applicant must be a graduating high school senior with definite plans to enroll in a four year college/university in the fall of 2018.

2.       Applicant must have a minimum 3.5 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) in academic courses completed in grades 9-12.

Application packets must include the following information and documentation:

           

1.      Completed application form

2.      Official high school transcript. (Must be signed by the high school Counselor)

3.      Documentation of financial need. (If applying for need-based scholarship, ex. Signed

W-2 supporting parent(s) / guardian(s)

4.      Three letters of recommendation

** Turn in completed application and 3 letters of recommendation to the OGHS Guidance Department no later than Friday, April 20th.**

See OGHS Guidance Office for Application. 

Jeremiah's Hope Academy

The Academy offers high quality, affordable training to individuals interested in entry level healthcare careers. It is our hope, that the website provides the information you need to make an informed decision in selecting a program that matches your desired goal.


Jeremiah’s Hope Academy is a private, non-profit postsecondary school, licensed by the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education, and is owned and operated by St. Vincent’s Birmingham.

The following are the national certifications that each program is eligible to sit for after successful completion of the Jeremiah’s Hope Academy curriculum.

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Medical Office Assistant
• Mental Health Technician
• Patient Care Assistant
• Phlebotomist
• Sterile Processing Technician

To schedule an appointment, call

(205) 939.7233

For more information, Click HERE!

Chad Espy Sportsman Scholarship

Chad Espy Sportsman Scholarship

Eligibility Requirement:

• 1 page essay explaining “Why I believe that I am the best candidate to receive the Chad Espy Sportsman Scholarship”

Essay due to Ms. Lindsey April 30, 2018.

Airport Ambassadors Program

Airport Ambassadors Program

The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport’s Ambassadors program is a customer service initiative to make sure all passengers feel at home the minute they arrive at BHM. Currently, we are looking for individuals to join the Airport Ambassadors Program. This volunteer opportunity provides a courteous and friendly welcome as well as general assistance to travelers at BHM.  Airport Ambassador duties include:

• Greeting travelers
• Engaging patrons in conversation
• Guiding people through the terminal
• Answering general questions travelers may have
• Helping out during events
• Telling travelers about new amenities and events going on
• Storytelling time
• Community Tours

Those interested in becoming an Airport Ambassador must have a passion for helping others and the city of Birmingham. Volunteers will learn about Alabama’s busiest airport and how it operates, as well as get to interact with people from all over the world on a daily basis. This is a customer service position with a lot of talking involved so having good communication skills is a must. Each volunteer will attend an orientation session and complete one training shift. To be eligible to become an Ambassador, you must be at least 18 years old and commit to volunteering once a week for a minimum of three months. If you are interested, please send an email to info@flybirmingham.com with “Airport Ambassadors” in the subject line.

Mike Cox Memorial Education Scholarship

Mike Cox Memorial Education Scholarship

This is a one-time $1,000 education scholarship award made to two deserving seniors, public, high school students in the state of Alabama. The scholarship award is made to the post secondary school selected by the awarded student and to the student. 

Award Guidelines:

1. The parent/guardian listed has been an active employee in a local Alabama public school transportation program for the past three years.
2. The student applicant has at least a 3.0 (B) scholastic average, will graduate from a public high school, and will attend a post secondary educational institution in the fall of 2018. 

Application are due no later than April 27, 2018

Click HERE for Application!

Horatio Alger Career and Technical Scholarship

Horatio Alger Career and Technical Scholarship 

The Career & Technical Scholarship Program is funded through the Horatio Alger Endowment Fund and the generosity of Association Chairman Emeritus and Endowment Fund President Walter Scott, Jr.  Scholarships are awarded to students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their lives who wish to pursue a career or technical education at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Have completed high school (or earned a high school equivalency credential)
• Will be enrolled in eligible program in Fall 2018
• Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program (up to 2 years) at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States
• Demonstrated critical financial need (must be eligible to receive the Federal Pell grant as determined by completion of the FAFSA)
• Demonstrated perseverance in overcoming adversity
• Be under the age of 30
• Be a United States citizen

The CTE application is now open and will close June 15.

Click HERE for application!

Fresh n' Lean Scholarship

Fresh n' Lean Scholarship

Award Amount: $1,500
Deadline: May 1, 2018Applicant Eligibility Requirements

• Open to high school seniors or college students who are legal residents of the United States
• Scholarship payable to the winner who should be living in the United States
• Students must be enrolled in a school semester beginning no later than Fall 2018
• Winner is not based on financial need
• Relatives of Fresh n’ Lean staff may not enter
• Home-schooled students may apply so long as your course of study is equivalent to a high school senior
• Applicants required to submit a video or photos with a short essay (see “Make A Video” section for details)

Click HERE to Apply!

Alabama Splash Adventure: Annual Job Fair

Alabama Splash Adventure: Annual Job Fair

When: April 7th from 10:00 pm-2:00 pm

Where:  Hyatt Wynfrey hotel at the Riverchase Galleria
Who: All applicants must be 16 years of age

To Apply and for more information, Click HERE!

Zenaptic Chiropractic Scholarship

Zenaptic Chiropractic Scholarship

Dr. Troy Dreiling and Zenaptic Chiropractic are proud to announce the 1st annual Zenaptic Chiropractic Scholarship! This scholarship was created with college students in mind. Higher education has become increasingly expensive. This expense has also become increasingly necessary. This scholarship is designed to help a current or prospective student in their college career. Applicants will be required to answer a simple question and the winner will be selected by a committee by the end of May, 2018. One winner will be selected and receive $1000 towards higher education.

Click HERE for Application.

Deadline: May 1, 2018