MIT College Mentorship Program

This just in from MIT!

Good morning! My name is Angel Huang, and I'm a member of MIT's

Society of Women Engineers (SWE).

As part of our mission, we work to inspire high school students to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education and careers through our College Connection and Project Grants programs. If there are high school students that you believe may benefit from this program, please have them sign up below. Thank you!

College Connection

Online mentoring opportunity from MIT SWE!

College Connection is a college counseling and e-mentoring program for minority, low-income, and first-generation college bound high school students across the nation. Our mission is to encourage rising juniors and seniors to pursue higher education and to guide them through the college application process.

As a mentee, you'd be able to interact with an MIT student through weekly online correspondence, such as via email and video chat. In general, expect about one hour per week of interaction with your mentor.

If you are interested in being matched, fill out our form and we will connect you with an MIT student.

Sign up here!

Weekend in the Classic City College Total Experience

The Weekend in the Classic City event registration site is open, for the 2018 event, “Marveling at College.” Weekend in the Classic City, hosted by Georgia Collegiate 4-H Club, provides high school youth (9th-12th grade) the opportunity to learn more about higher education and life as a college student. The event, held on the University of Georgia’s campus, offers youth to explore:

 College search process

 Applications

 Preparation for college life

 Financial aid and scholarships

 Student life and campus organizations

Explore workshops, a campus tour, eat at a university dining hall, explore dormitory living, and experience, firsthand, the University of Georgia.

NEW THIS YEAR

·         Adult leaders participating in Weekend in the Classic City have supervisory roles, and play an integral part of the success of the event. Parents should not use this event as an opportunity for an official campus visit, as they will have adult assignments and responsibilities – please make this clear to volunteers you send. I would instead encourage them to schedule an official visit at https://visit.uga.edu/ separate from this event.

·         In an effort to streamline the process, payments will not be accepted at registration. Please ensure your payment is postmarked by Friday, October 12, 2018.

 Dates at a Glance

Wednesday, August 29: Event Registration Opens

Wednesday, September 26: Early Bird Deadline

Wednesday, October 10: Event Registration Closes

Friday, October 12: Payment Postmark Deadline Payment should be mailed prior to the event, and postmarked by October 12. Payment will not be accepted at registration.

 Registration includes Friday Lodging (no dinner), Saturday breakfast, dinner (lunch on their own in downtown Athens) and lodging, Sunday breakfast and an event t-shirt.

Full time registration is $115.00 (youth) and $130.00 (adult)

-Youth registered by the early bird deadline will receive a $5.00 discount ($110.00).

-Youth registered after the close of registration will be charged a $5.00 late fee ($120.00)

Make checks payable to:                Georgia 4-H Foundation

Mail to:                                            Weekend in the Classic City Registration

                                                         Attn.:  Jenna Daniel

                                                         320 Hoke Smith Annex – UGA

                                                         Athens, GA 30602

Postmark Deadline:                           Payments should be postmarked by Friday, October 12, 2018.

 ·         4-H’ers and adults will need to bring money ($10-$15) for lunch in downtown Athens on Saturday as well as additional money if they would like to make any purchases at the UGA Bookstore.

·         Registration will begin at 6:30 PM on Friday evening, with the welcoming assembly at 7:30 PM. If your group needs to arrive late, please let me know, and we will try to accommodate any special travel needs.

 As always, we look forward to seeing everyone in the Classic City. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Kind Regards,

Jenna B. Daniel (jennabdaniel@uga.edu)

Extension 4-H Specialist

320 Hoke Smith Annex

Athens, GA 30602

Office: (706) 542-0906

Fax: (706) 542-4373

Full details and registration information

Looking for a Part Time Job?

Chick Fil A in Madison is hiring.  Call Sarah at (706) 752-0219.

Checkers in Social Circle is hiring students 18 or older.  Call Tamula Brroks at (770) 464-1199.

Augusta University is Coming to the Circle!

Augusta University's admissions representative, Kevin Dodson, will be visiting with us September 13th during Redskin period! Augusta is a great option for anyone pursuing a career in the healthcare field! Open to anyone interested in learning more about this incredible school.

Sign up here!

Freshman and Sophomore Parent/Student Night

Fear not!  Here is your information Night if you are an entering Freshman or Sophomore.  On September the 11th at 6 pm in the Cafeteria, both parents and students are strongly encouraged to attend this meeting that will share information on graduation requirements, HOPE eligibility, admissions testing, and so much more!  This one hour will be packed and valuable.  We will see you there!

Pasrent/Student Information Nights: Brought to You by SCHS Guidance

On Thursday, September 6th in the Cafeteria at 6 pm, the SCHS Guidance Department will host a meeting dedicated to Juniors and Seniors.  This is a big night that will be packed with helpful information that will make you say, "I am glad I came tonight to learn that!"  Students are strongly encouraged to come and hear what your parents are hearing so that you can best be prepared for the coming challenges of transitioning out of college and into the next chapter. 

PROBE Fair!

PROBE FAIR- Why Every Student Should Attend

The PROBE Fairs (College Fairs) are scheduled for Thursday, September 20th. The Walton County PROBE Fair will be held at the Meridian Gym at Meridian Park from 9 am to 1 pm. The Athens PROBE Fair will be held at the Classic Center in downtown Athens from 6 pm to 8 pm.  Remember that these are free and AWESOME!  100+ colleges will be in attendance and you will be demonstrating interest in every college you stop to talk to.  

Here are some points to help you show interest in a college. They keep track of these things!

§ follow them on twitter/facebook/admission blog

§ go for a campus tour WITH an appointment

§ email the admissions counselor who serves our area

§ fill out an information card at the college's table at the PROBE (we have an easier method detailed below)

§ if a college is visiting SCHS, make sure that you attend that meeting

**This is not an exhaustive list.  

Make plans to attend at least one fair Thursday!  This is a great place for students and parents to begin to explore college options.  Mark your calendar and make plans to attend!

6 Reasons College Fairs Are Worth Your Time

Pertinent Probe Fair Questions