Students should submit their application to their principal or myself by Monday, October 24th. Each school can nominate one student. Due October 24th!
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Glennallen Office: 907.822.5286 / Kenny Lake Office: 907.822.3870
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The United States Senate Youth Program has begun its statewide selection process. In March, two Alaska students will join 104 other delegates for Washington Week – an intensive educational program about the workings of the Senate and the federal government overall. State delegates will have outstanding leadership qualities and a strong commitment to public service. They generally rank in the 1 percent of their states academically. Each delegate receives a $10,000 undergraduate scholarship and an expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. Alaska’s eligible students must be high school juniors or seniors, an elected student officer for the entire 2016-2017 academic year, and state residents. Students should submit their application to their principal or myself by Monday, October 24th. Each school can nominate one student. Due October 24th!
Juniors (and interested sophomores) that are considering college: You are invited to participate in the Preliminary SAT as a way to see how ready you are for college. Juniors that take the test are automatically entered in the National Merit Scholarship competition. The test measures reading, writing and language, and math skills developed over many years of school. The cost is $15, and you register at your school office. It will be administered on Wednesday, October 19th. For more information, call Glennallen School at 822-5286 or Kenny Lake School at 822-3870.
Juniors and seniors can enter an essay contest with a chance to win a $2500 scholarship to the University of Alaska. Details on the essay requirements are attached below. Due April 25th.
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery will be given one more time this year at Glennallen School on March 30th. Juniors and seniors considering the military should take it. Let Mr. Lorence know if you are interested!
Juniors that are strong academic performers, good athletes, and with high character that are interested in the US Military Academy at West Point should begin their application now. To do so, click here.
Sophomores and juniors-here is a great leadership experience offered by CVEA! The Idaho Youth Rally Scholarship provides an opportunity for sophomores and juniors attending high schools in our service area to attend a week-long electric industry leadership camp where students practice leadership, communication skills, and teamwork, while learning the importance of the electric industry and issues electric utilities are facing. Click here for an application. Due February 1st.
Starting in March, 2016 the redesigned SAT will start to be administered. Click here to get a preview of the "New" SAT!
The Rural Alaska Honor's Institute (RAHI) provides rural and Alaska Native students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the college experience for six weeks. High school junior and senior students live in the dorms and take college level courses. They earn 8-10 credits and learn firsthand what it takes to succeed in college. In addition to the rigorous academic program, students learn study skills and time management and by the end of the program, our proven record shows these students are ready for the challenge of succeeding in college. Applications are due March 1st. Click here to apply.
This is a reminder that the PSAT (Preliminary SAT) will be given at Glennallen and Kenny Lake School on Wednesday, October 14th. This is an opportunity for students to “practice” for the SAT. It is recommended for college-bound juniors. Sophomores are also welcome—and encouraged—to take it. Cost is $15, payable at your school office. Upon payment of the fee, you are registered.
Students-the testing dates for the 2015-16 school year are attached. Please note that anyone wanting to take the first SAT administration, which is October 3rd, must register by September 3rd!! All registration information is on the attachment.
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