“Fulfilling Our Dreams” Scholarship Fund is now taking applications. SALEF established the Fulfilling Our Dreams Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships to Salvadoran, Central American, and other Latino college students. Scholarships range from $500 to $2,500, and are awarded annually. SALEF places emphasis on experience in community service for social change, therefore scholarship recipients are asked to serve as a mentor to a high school student who may not otherwise have a “role model” to look up to for guidance.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be of Central American or other Latino ethnicity.
Applicants must demonstrate financial ne ed.
Applicants must possess a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Applicants must demonstrate a history of community involvement.
Applicants must be either: a) graduating High School seniors, b) current
undergraduate, graduate and professional students or c) community college students*
o *must be AB540
Applicants must reside and study in California; or the cities of Houston, TX; or
Washington D.C.
Applicants must be willing to give back to the community by becoming a mentor to a
high school student or completing the equivalent in community service hours.
^SALEF Scholarship is a one-time award. Former SALEF scholars are ineligible.
^^ SALEF Scholarship is open to all qualifying students regardless of immigration
status.
For more information contact SALEF or see your counselor.
Tel (213) 480-1052
www.salef.org
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Friday, May 9, 2008
CAR hours Opportunity!
Yorbita Elementary School is having a carnival on Saturday, May 31st and could use some extra help. This is a great opportunity to volunteer in a fun environment. Seniors..if you need CAR hours...then this is a great opportunity for you! For more information call Yorbita at (626) 964-3486 ext. 2329 or visit your counselor.
Thursday, May 1, 2008
SAT and ACT registration
We are encouraging all Juniors to take either (or both) the SAT and the ACT. These tests are college admission requirements (you must take either one of these tests to be able to apply for college).
The SAT registration deadline for the June 7th test is on Tuesday, May 6th. To register for the SAT, visit www.collegeboard.com.
The ACT registration deadline for the June 14th test in on Friday, May 9th. To register for the ACT, visit www.act.org.
Visit your counselor with any questions regarding these tests.
The SAT registration deadline for the June 7th test is on Tuesday, May 6th. To register for the SAT, visit www.collegeboard.com.
The ACT registration deadline for the June 14th test in on Friday, May 9th. To register for the ACT, visit www.act.org.
Visit your counselor with any questions regarding these tests.
CAHSEE Test Make-Ups
CAHSEE testing next week for Juniors and Seniors who have not passed it and for Sophomores who did not test in March. Testing will take place in the gym and starts at 8:00 am.
Tuesday, May 6th: CAHSEE English
Wednesday, May 7th: CAHSEE Math
If you have any questions, please call the guidance office.
Tuesday, May 6th: CAHSEE English
Wednesday, May 7th: CAHSEE Math
If you have any questions, please call the guidance office.
IB Testing
IB testing for our IB students will start on Monday, May 5th. Here is the IB testing schedule:
Monday, May 5th: IB English Part 1
Tuesday, May 6th: IB History Part 1
Wednesday, May 7th: IB History Part 2 and IB Math Studies Part 1
Thursday, May 8th: IB Math Studies Part 2
If you have any questions, see Mrs. Hall in the College and Career Center.
Monday, May 5th: IB English Part 1
Tuesday, May 6th: IB History Part 1
Wednesday, May 7th: IB History Part 2 and IB Math Studies Part 1
Thursday, May 8th: IB Math Studies Part 2
If you have any questions, see Mrs. Hall in the College and Career Center.
Friday, April 11, 2008
Community Employment Day
To participate in Community Employment Day on May 15, you must first attend a one hour orientation. You must attend an Orientation to receive an Admission Ticket that allows you to sign up for job interviews at the Community Employment Day.
The orientations will be held at Nogales High School on Thursday, May 8, in the Career Center from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
This is an event open to students who are 17 years and older and any adult in the community. Students can practice their interview skills and have the opportunity to go through up to nine interviews. Many students do get hired. Employers will also give students feedback regarding their interview.
The orientations will be held at Nogales High School on Thursday, May 8, in the Career Center from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
This is an event open to students who are 17 years and older and any adult in the community. Students can practice their interview skills and have the opportunity to go through up to nine interviews. Many students do get hired. Employers will also give students feedback regarding their interview.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Free Prom and Graduation Dresses!
The Cinderalla Project is offereing a free beautiful dress for Prom or Graduation to high school students.
Dresses will be given on Friday, May 2nd from 3:00 to 6:00pm at A Place Called Home.
Address: 2830 S. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90011
To recieve a dress you must:
Be a high school student
Bring a high school ID card
Make an appointment with Lynette Reyes at (323) 232-7653 ext. 239
Dresses will be given on Friday, May 2nd from 3:00 to 6:00pm at A Place Called Home.
Address: 2830 S. Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90011
To recieve a dress you must:
Be a high school student
Bring a high school ID card
Make an appointment with Lynette Reyes at (323) 232-7653 ext. 239
Arts In Action 2008 Scholarship
The ARTS IN ACTION Scholarship is a one-time, $1,000.00 scholarship available to university/college-bound high school seniors or current university freshmen, sophomores or juniors seeking a career path in the entertainment arts. This includes vocal or instrumental performance, theatre/acting, theatre/technical, or music business. Two scholarships will be awarded in 2008 and are applicable beginning in the Fall Semester of 2008. A local concert presenter affiliated with, and currently receiving concert services, with Live On Stage, Inc., must sponsor applicants. Applicants with financial need will receive priority consideration, but it is not a prerequisite.
REQUIRED MATERIALS TO SUBMIT:
Current name, address, phone and email (if available)
Current high school or university transcript, including GPA and course work
TWO letters of recommendation specifically tailored to “why” the candidate should be selected
ACT/SAT scores (whichever is applicable)
Indication as to financial need (if any)
University or college that the candidate has been accepted or is attending
Major of choice
1-2 page essay by candidate regarding the impact that he/she would like to make in entertainment arts
OPTIONAL MATERIALS TO SUBMIT:
Performance/professional resume (if applicable)
Any relevant CD/video recordings of applicant
Any additional information that the candidate feels would enhance his/her consideration (including professional/volunteer work)
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Send all applicable materials listed above to:
Live On Stage, Inc. SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE P.O. Box 148237 Nashville, TN 37214
Deadline for application is 4/25/2008.
For more information visit: http://www.liveonstage.biz/
REQUIRED MATERIALS TO SUBMIT:
Current name, address, phone and email (if available)
Current high school or university transcript, including GPA and course work
TWO letters of recommendation specifically tailored to “why” the candidate should be selected
ACT/SAT scores (whichever is applicable)
Indication as to financial need (if any)
University or college that the candidate has been accepted or is attending
Major of choice
1-2 page essay by candidate regarding the impact that he/she would like to make in entertainment arts
OPTIONAL MATERIALS TO SUBMIT:
Performance/professional resume (if applicable)
Any relevant CD/video recordings of applicant
Any additional information that the candidate feels would enhance his/her consideration (including professional/volunteer work)
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Send all applicable materials listed above to:
Live On Stage, Inc. SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE P.O. Box 148237 Nashville, TN 37214
Deadline for application is 4/25/2008.
For more information visit: http://www.liveonstage.biz/
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Junior News Flash!
Monday, March 31, 2008
SAT Prep Class at Nogales!
Ms. Mollo will teach a FREE SAT prep class for the May SAT Reasoniong test. You must attend each session: Monday, 4/7, Friday 4/11, Monday, 4/14, and Friday 4/18 from 3:00 to 4:30pm in Room A-6. Sign ups start April 1st in A-6. See Ms. Mollo for more information.
Registration Meetings for next Fall are underway and will continue for the next two weeks.
Be sure to check with your counselor if your goal is a four year college. Don't forget you need ot make up D's in English and other required courses, take Chemistry or Physics, take a year of Fine Art, etc. Be sure to ask about this when registering! Sign up for Summer School if you need to make anything up (Art will be available). Your counselor will be calling you in. Don't panic; please give us time to call you in.
Orange County College Fair-National Association of College Admissions Counselors
This is a BIG FAIR with lots of opportunities to meet college admission counselors.
DATE: This SUNDAY, April 6th 1:30-4:30pm at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa.
The Los Angeles Fair will be at USC on Sunday 4/13 and Monday 4/14.
For more information visit www.nacacnet.org/NCF
Scholarship for Junior!
One of the few scholarships open to Juniors is here. Come to K4 for the Nordstroms scholarship application. It is very competitive-top grades and activities.
SAT Prep Class at Nogales!
Ms. Mollo will teach a FREE SAT prep class for the May SAT Reasoniong test. You must attend each session: Monday, 4/7, Friday 4/11, Monday, 4/14, and Friday 4/18 from 3:00 to 4:30pm in Room A-6. Sign ups start April 1st in A-6. See Ms. Mollo for more information.
Registration Meetings for next Fall are underway and will continue for the next two weeks.
Be sure to check with your counselor if your goal is a four year college. Don't forget you need ot make up D's in English and other required courses, take Chemistry or Physics, take a year of Fine Art, etc. Be sure to ask about this when registering! Sign up for Summer School if you need to make anything up (Art will be available). Your counselor will be calling you in. Don't panic; please give us time to call you in.
Orange County College Fair-National Association of College Admissions Counselors
This is a BIG FAIR with lots of opportunities to meet college admission counselors.
DATE: This SUNDAY, April 6th 1:30-4:30pm at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa.
The Los Angeles Fair will be at USC on Sunday 4/13 and Monday 4/14.
For more information visit www.nacacnet.org/NCF
Scholarship for Junior!
One of the few scholarships open to Juniors is here. Come to K4 for the Nordstroms scholarship application. It is very competitive-top grades and activities.
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
UCLA Extension High School Summer Programs
Starting this June, UCLA Extension will once again present academic Summer Programs for 7th - 12th grade students. These courses are offered as noncredit college preparatory programs in which course work is evaluated and recorded on transcripts.
The program allows students to:
Master an academic subject
Improve test and study skills
Learn a new language
Prepare for AP/honors courses
Develop creative writing talent
If you are interested please attend the Free Information Session on Wednesday, April 2nd from 6-7:30pm in Dodd 147 on the UCLA campus or contact UCLA Extension at (310) 206-7229 or highschool@uclaextension.edu. Visit their web site at uclaextension.edu/highschoolsu08
The program allows students to:
Master an academic subject
Improve test and study skills
Learn a new language
Prepare for AP/honors courses
Develop creative writing talent
If you are interested please attend the Free Information Session on Wednesday, April 2nd from 6-7:30pm in Dodd 147 on the UCLA campus or contact UCLA Extension at (310) 206-7229 or highschool@uclaextension.edu. Visit their web site at uclaextension.edu/highschoolsu08
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