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Friday, April 29, 2022
Coalition for College Upcoming Events
Monday, April 25, 2022
Project LEAP 2022 Application is Open!
The Project LEAP 2022 student application is now open. Students can apply on our website, by using this link: https://projectleap.formstack.
Rising sophomores with a 3.0 GPA or higher are eligible to apply. Sophomores and Juniors with a 3.25 GPA or higher are also eligible. Due to the influence of the pandemic on student success, we will review applications of students whose GPA are at least a 2.8. Note: it is not the practice of Project LEAP to admit students after their sophomore year of high school however due to the pandemic and growing academic challenges, this is the final year that Project LEAP will accept students grades in 10th and 11th grade.
Students interested in applying will need to attach an unofficial transcript.
Accepted students will receive:
- One on One peer mentorship
- Participation in a nationwide virtual program
- Consideration for up to $25,000 in scholarship funds
- A Letter of Recommendation from an elected public figure: students last year received letters from mayors, assembly members, and city council members
- A distinguished leader graduation cord
- Additional college and career preparation workshops
- Local outings and “LEAP meets”
- Free PSAT and SAT prep
Here is a PDF which includes a student flyer, application timeline, and FAQ page for interested students. If students or parents have questions, please have them email info@leaptheproject.com.
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Olin College of Engineering - $100,000 Scholarship Opportunity
The Olin Tuition Scholarship |
Part of our commitment to supporting an academically talented and diverse student body is offering every enrolled student a merit-based scholarship, called the Olin Tuition Scholarship. The Olin Tuition Scholarship covers half the annual tuition for each enrolled student and is awarded for eight semesters of full-time study. This merit-based scholarship is currently valued at $110,000. |
Need-Based Aid |
Olin extends its commitment to affordability by meeting full-demonstrated financial need for all eligible students (US citizen and permanent residents). This means that Olin will make up the difference between the Cost of Attendance (tuition, room, board, fees and supplies) and your students’ estimated family contribution. |
Affordability Facts Incoming class 2021-22 |
● Olin Tuition Scholarship: $27,806 awarded to 100% of enrolled students |
● Grants and Scholarships: $27,806 to $82,485 in grants and scholarships awarded |
● 48% qualified for need-based assistance |
Additionally, once they are on campus we invite our students to participate in our financial wellness programing, called Helping Oliners Prepare for Economic Success (HOPES). Through this program we help students develop lifelong financial skills that empower them to take ownership of their finances, leverage financial tools, develop an accurate financial vocabulary, make informed choices and navigate their financial landscape after graduation. |
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
Work Source Northeast Georgia
Rima Sullivan is the WIOA Youth Program Director for WorkSource Northeast Georgia. We provide tuition assistance for High School Seniors who plan on attending a Technical College or may be interested in attending a short term training program after graduation. Some of the short term programs that are WIOA approved include Welding, ManufactuReady, and CNA. Attached are a few flyers about some of the programs they cover, but the full list of Eligible Providers and programs can be found on our website at www.negrc.org under the Workforce Development tab. There are eligibility requirements for our program, thus feel free to refer any interested students to Rima Sullivan so that they can review that over the telephone. Thanks. Rima Sullivan, WIOA Youth Program Director. NEGRC Workforce Development.
Thursday, April 14, 2022
New Career Fast Track Opportunity for SCHS Students!
If you are interested in exploring workforce opportunities starting NOW, this is an incredible opportunity for SCHS students. The Precision Manufacturing and Machining certificate program at Athens Technical College will be offered during the school day and can earn you both high school credit AND help you work towards a certificate. Having a certificate will make you more competitive to employers and potentially start you at a higher hourly pay rate.
If this sounds like it would be a good fit for you, go visit Athens Tech during their Taco Tuesday info session.
If you have additional questions, please reach out to Ms. Justice.
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Paying for College: A Parent's Guide
How to pay for college is a necessary conversation to have as your student begins to think about college options. Please follow this link to be directed to an article that discusses what parents can do to help their student be as prepared as possible.
Monday, April 11, 2022
The Matchlighters Scholars
The Matchlighters Scholarship provides ten hours of one-on-one support from experienced counselors — at no cost. It’s awarded to high-achieving students from low-income households who have solid grades, but just need a little extra help navigating the college application process.
You can apply if:1. You're trying to get into college or graduate school. You can be a second-semester junior in high school, a senior in high school, a transfer student, a gap-year student, or continuing your educational journey after some time away. No matter your story, we’ve got a counselor for you.
2. You've earned a 3.0 unweighted GPA. You’ll submit copies of your high school transcript as part of the application.
3. Your family income qualifies you for one of the following: free/reduced-price lunch, SAT/ACT fee waivers, enrollment in a federal, state, or local program that aids students from low-income families, etc. Check this table to find out if you qualify: https://bit.ly/3Is4k4m.
4. You're a U.S. resident.
To apply, your first step is to thoroughly complete this form. Then, we'll send you an email with instructions on how to sign our Student Pledge and Parent/Guardian Consent Form.
If you are a rising junior, senior or high school graduate looking to apply to college this fall, here's your application.
Holder Construction is offering a new program called HolderRISE – a hands on learning opportunity to Raise awareness of the construction Industry and gain Skills and Experience though our internship program. I’ve attached our flyer, and there is additional information on our HolderRISE Career Page.
This program is offered to students ages 16-17 who are seriously considering construction as their career path. It is paid ($12.50/hr), and interns are expected to be on site ready to start the day by 7 am, 5 days a week, for the full summer. Our goal is to expose them to most of the different specializations on our HolderRISE page, like safety, field supervision, etc. to give them a taste of what long term career opportunities there are in each.
Walton Youth Project
The Walton Youth Project is accepting student applicants for our 2022-23 Advocacy Board. We select candidates aged 13 - 23 from Walton County who are civic-minded and driven to help their community. The Walton Youth Project is a NFP, and our goal is to model project-based leadership for youth, while making new friends and having fun! We offer more than just "resume padding", including hands-on leadership experience, scholarships, internships, networking, and more!