Write an original and creative essay of 1,000 words or less that demonstrates an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles of Courage and win $5,000 in cash and more.  For more information, click here.  Due January 6, 2014.

The PSAT is coming up on Wednesday, October 16th. Information about the test can be found by clicking here.  It is important to take as a junior as your scores are entered in the National Merit Scholarship competition.

Note that you must arrive at school by 8 am as we need to start the test shortly thereafter.  Be sure to bring your calculator!  Register by paying $14 at your school office. 

HotelsCheap.org is awarding a need-based scholarship of $1,500 to college students. We at Hotelscheap understand that financing your education can be difficult; as a result we would like to lend a hand.

To apply for the scholarship, he or she must answer four personal, open-ended, and thought-provoking questions. The students whose responses are the most persuasive, compelling, and well-written, as judged by our Headquarters management team will be considered finalists. Must be at least 16 years old to apply.

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Submission Deadline: October 15, 2013
Award Amount: $1,500.00

The Anchorage College & Career Fair is a great way to visit with many colleges in one place.  Take a look at the schools planning to attend by clicking here.   Students in grades 11 and 12 are eligible to participate in this school trip.  Please fill out the attached documents and turn them into your school office by 3 pm, Oct. 17th.  It is being held at the Egan Center on 5th Avenue.