November is CUNY Month

 

	This November, CUNY invites you to take part in the University’s annual celebration dedicated to all the unique and exciting opportunities available. Here is just a glimpse of what is in store for CUNY Month 2013: Open House Programs and College Tours - See the richness of tradition and character showcased by our unique college settings. Meet our students and faculty, learn about academic programs and chat with college staff to discover our many academic opportunities. Financial Aid Workshops - Learn about the financial aid process from our experts. Presentations will cover the many opportunities available for financing a college education, overviews of federal, state and CUNY financial aid programs, as well as tips on how to complete the FAFSA. Student Life & Activities Abound - Experience first-hand the talent and energy of our diverse student body. Discover the breadth of CUNY by attending musical performances, theatrical shows, art exhibits, athletic competitions and more. For details about CUNY Month programming, visit www.cuny.edu/cunymonth. Sincerely, Richard P. Alvarez University Director of Admission
		www.cuny.edu/admissions

Finalize College Applications and Win 2.5K Scholarship

 From the desk of Ms. Miller-Peccora (College Advisor, 11th & 12th grade counselor)

Seeeeeeniors!!

I hope you have all signed up for as many college and scholarship websites as possible. I continue researching scholarships and passing out information to those that are eligible for the larger scholarships. Sign up for www.fastweb.com and make a FULL PROFILE, and they will match you with scholarships that you are eligible. Start working on your essays because you can use one really good essay for a ton of scholarships!

Also, check out www.collegeweeklive.com. They give lots of options for scholarships and virtual college fairs where you can talk to college and financial aid representatives from around the country. They have a VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIR coming up tomorrow (Nov 21) – all students who “attend” (sign in, make an account, explore the colleges) are automatically entered into a drawing for a $2,500 scholarship!! Here is some info on the virtual college fair:

            With regular decision deadlines fast approaching, now is the time for students to put their best foot forward in the competitive college application race. Login to the All Access Virtual College Fair, on November 21st from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM EST where admissions reps from over 200 colleges like Texas Tech, UCLA & Syracuse University will be available to chat live with students about application questions, financial aid and more.

Students will be automatically entered to win the $2,500 Tuition Thursday Scholarship Giveaway when they visit 3 colleges during the event.

Don’t miss expert presentations on career planning, managing college stress, paying for college and managing credit card debt.  View full agenda.

Follow the links and go to this virtual college fair!! If you sign up for the website with your email address, they will send you emails often with new and updated scholarship opportunities and the schools that will be having representatives online. You can also check out information from past online fairs and workshops. This website is a really great resource so use it up!!

Finally, if you (or your friends) have not met with me yet to review your transcript and talk about colleges, come see me ASAP!!

Jennifer Miller-Pecora

Guidance Counselor

McKee High School

p: 718.420.2619 // f: 718.420.2685

e: JMiller52@schools.nyc.gov

w: www.mckeeguidance.blogspot.com

Help your students finalize their college applications. Learn More Good morning, Please forward this message to your students and their parents: With regular decision deadlines fast approaching, now is the time for students to put their best foot forward in the competitive college application race. Login to the All Access Virtual College Fair, on November 21st from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM EST where admissions reps from over 200 colleges like Texas Tech, UCLA & Syracuse University will be available to chat live with students about application questions, financial aid and more. Students will be automatically entered to win the $2,500 Tuition Thursday Scholarship Giveaway when they visit 3 colleges during the event. Don’t miss expert presentations on career planning, managing college stress, paying for college and managing credit card debt.  View full agenda. Learn More Participating Schools Include:

The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is coming to RALPH R. MCKEE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL!

Do you have a big idea? Have you always wanted to start your own business? Do you have an invention or project that you want to take to the next level?




If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should apply for the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, or YEA! YEA will be offered beginning in the fall, and will take you through the process of brainstorming a business idea, writing a business plan, pitching your plan to investors (think Shark Tank meets American Idol meets the Apprentice), obtaining funding and launching a REAL business. Start as a student, and finish as the CEO of your own company!



Apply today! Applications can be found at  http://www.yeausa.org/pdf/SiteApplications/YEA!%20Staten%20Island%20Application%202013%202014.pdf


The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is coming to RALPH R. MCKEE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL!

Beginning in the fall, middle and high Ralph R. McKee Career and Technical Education High School students at RALPH R. MCKEE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL will have the unique opportunity to start and launch their own REAL businesses or social movements, by participating in the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!).



Started at the University of Rochester in 2004, YEA! began as a weekly class, taught on the University campus. YEA! has since expanded to other colleges, chambers of commerce and high Ralph R. McKee Career and Technical Education High Schools. YEA! will be offered at RALPH R. MCKEE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL beginning in September, 2013.



Over the course of the year, students will brainstorm ideas, write business plans, pitch their plans to a group of investors, obtain funding, launch their enterprise and actually sell their products or services. Along the way they will file paperwork with the County Clerk's office; work with business professionals to, among other things, build a brand identity and create a website; hear from local business owners; and participate in a Trade Show.



Applications are now being accepted for the 2014YEA! Class. Applications can be downloaded from http://www.yeausa.org/pdf/SiteApplications/YEA!%20Staten%20Island%20Application%202013%202014.pdf

ASCEND EDUCATIONAL FUND, INC: SCHOLARSHIPS FOR IMMIGRANT STUDENTS AND CHILDREN OF IMMIGRANTS

Ascend Educational Fund, Inc


SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION SHEET

2013



This spring, Ascend Educational Fund will award scholarships ranging from $2,500 to $20,000 to immigrant students and children of immigrants who are graduating from a New York City high school to attend public or private colleges and universities, regardless of ethnicity, national origin, or immigration status.



Eligibility Requirements



• Must be born outside the United States or have two parents born outside the United States

• Must be a graduating senior at a high school in the five boroughs of New York City

• Must enroll full-time at an accredited public or private college or university in 2013-2014



Application Materials



• Completed and signed application form

• Official high school transcript

• Copy of SAT or ACT score report

• Two letters of recommendation

• Two essays



Selection Criteria and Process



Scholarship recipients will be selected based on qualities traditionally valued and demonstrated by the immigrant community: hard work, resourcefulness, perseverance in the face of adversity, academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to one’s community. A committee drawn from the local community will review applications and select a group of finalists for interviews.



April 15 Application materials due

May 13 Finalists notified

May 18-19th Interviews

May 20 Scholarship recipients notified



Scholarship Conditions



Scholarships will be disbursed directly to the recipient’s educational institution in equal installments over a two or four year period, depending on the type of institution. Failure to comply with the following conditions may result in the suspension or revocation of scholarship awards.



• Enroll full-time at an accredited public or private college or university

• Remain in good standing and maintain a 2.5 grade point average

• Submit yearly progress reports to Ascend Educational Fund

• Participate in mentoring provided by Ascend Educational Fund



Additional Information



• Application forms are available at www.ascendfundny.org

• Questions can be directed to ascendfundny@gmail.com

SUMMER PROGRAMS AT NYU-POLYTEC FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Help your students get a head start on their academic year.

To help your students get a jump-start on their final years as a high school student, NYU-Poly is offering summer courses in Engineering, Mathematics, and Web Design as well as an exciting CSAW Cybersecurity Program for Young Women in High School. Let Poly's tradition of invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship help prepare them for academic success!

We hope you will be able to inform your students of these exciting summer courses:

Introduction to Engineering and Design

This three credit summer course aims to provide students with a hands-on learning experience, which will provide: working knowledge of contemporary engineering practice, the problem solving process, and the tools and technologies engineers employ, as well as an understanding of the design process including competition, cost, quality, scheduling and manufacturability considerations and the opportunity to practice in an actual design project - building a robot.

Pre-Calculus

This four credit course is designed for high school students who want to improve their Algebra I and II skill as well as their understanding of the fundamentals required for Calculus. Students will learn exponents, multiplication of algebraic expressions, factoring algebraic expressions, working with algebraic fractions, proportionality, rates of change, and more.

Web Design

This three credit course is designed for high school students wanting to learn more about designing for the Web. Students will learn HyperText Markup Language (HTML) - the code structure underneath the Web pages; Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) the presentation layer of the web; and JavaScript, a language for controlling behavior on web pages.

CSAW Cybersecurity Program for Young Women

This program provides a unique opportunity for high school females from the New York City area. Qualified students will engage in an educational program covering the fundamental concepts of computer science, math and cybersecurity, leading to participation in a nationwide CSAW High School Cyber Forensics Challenge hosted annually by NYU-Poly.

Learn More and Apply

For more details on the courses being offered and to access the application, please visit: www.poly.edu/highschoolsummer.

Teen Career Connection Summer Internship

I am excited to announce that the 2013 Teen Career Connection Applications are now available! Teen Career Connection is a paid summer internship program which provides opportunities for high school students to gain invaluable experience the professional world. The chosen participants partake in an 8-week internship where they are placed in fields related to their career interests.

In addition to their experience, the participants are provided with



1. $1,250 stipend

2. $300 for professional clothing

3. 2 monthly unlimited metrocards

In order to qualify for the program you must



•be available for the entirety of the program (June 28th-August 23rd and September 9th)

•be a sophomore, junior, or senior in high school

•Live within the 5 boroughs

WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS COMPLETED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE. This year, we will be selecting 50 teens city-wide. The program is highly competitive so please make sure to FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS ON THE WEBSITE when applying. The applications can be found on our TCC Websiteunder the apply tab. Please make sure to download the pdf before completing the online application. The applications must be completed in one setting. You cannot save and return to complete the application so please review the questions and prepare your answers before applying. If you have any questions regarding the program, feel free to contact me via email or at 212-912-2665.

•For more information we will be hosting 2 information sessions regarding the program on March 1st from 6-8PM and March 21st 6-8PM at the

West Side YMCA – 5 West 63rd Street New York, NY 10023



•The application closes on April 5th

Please visit our website and share this wonderful opportunity to all those that can benefit from the amazing experience.

Best,

Johann Dubouzet
Teen Director

YMCA of Greater New York – West Side Y

5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023

PH: 212-912-2665
C: 347-297-9698

jdubouzet@ymcanyc.org

CollegeWeekLive.com All Access Event for February

SENIORS!




Here’s another easy Scholarship opportunity, this time from CollegeWeekLive.com.

Go onto the website today for their ALL ACCESS EVENT featuring admissions officers, scholarship and SAT/ACT experts from across the country meeting up online to give you all the free help you need! While browsing all the great resources on the website, be sure to visit at least three colleges to be entered into the drawing for a $2,500 scholarship!!

No essays, no honors grades, no community service – just go online and research colleges!

Good luck!

-Ms. Miller



CollegeWeekLive

Here's Your Chance to Win a $2,500 Scholarship

Whether you're a junior taking your first ACT/SAT practice test, or a senior in the final stages of college planning, All Access February has something for you. Join over 15,000 students online today at CollegeWeekLive's All Access February event, 10 AM to 10 PM EST. They have admissions officers, scholarship experts, and the country's top SAT/ACT experts—just for you!

Plus, logging in today gets you three easy steps away from a $2,500 scholarship to the school of your choice:

It's easy to enter:

1. Attend All Access, happening today at CollegeWeekLive.

2. Visit three colleges of your choice when you are logged in.

3. You're automatically entered to win the $2,500 scholarship!

It's that easy. Offer expires today at 11:59 PM EST!



CollegeWeekLive provides the world's largest college fairs and online admissions events. CollegeWeekLive revolutionizes college admissions, making the process easier and more cost-effective by bringing students, parents, counselors and colleges together online.

Syracuse University Summer Scholarship for Juniors

High school juniors can apply for the Syracuse University Summer College for summer 2013. 

This is a full scholarship opportunity (covering tuition, room, board, books and transportation) where recipients will spend six weeks on campus earning college credit and developing college-readiness skills. Students must be current juniors attending a New York City public high school and have a minimum overall average of 85 percent. 

The online application is available here and is due February 28; the fee has been waived for applicants. 

STAY TUNED

Banking on Youth Competition

Ashoka¹s Youth Venture, in partnership with the Consumer Bankers Foundation (CBF) Foundation and banks from all across the U.S., is excited to announce the launch of the 2^nd Banking on Youth competition!  

Please take a moment to visit: www.bankingonyouth.org.

This exciting competition provides youth a wonderful opportunity to showcase their exceptional ideas for benefiting society and creating positive social change! Youth between the ages 13-22 are invited to share their ideas for sustainable ventures that will directly benefit society through an entry form from now until March 15, 2013 for a for the chance to win $1,000 seed money, a trip to the Ashoka Future Forum, and two grand prizes of $5,000 and $15,000!!

The next 10 youth that apply before February 15^th will be given an Amazon Gift Card.

If you have any question or would like additional information, please contact Romina Laouri at rlaouri@ashoka.org