Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Isabella Youth League

Isabella Youth League softball and baseball sign-ups are at the Isabella fieldhouse from 10-2 on January 28th, February 11th,
and February 18th.

Registration cost is $90 with a discount for additional children and fundraising
opportunities available to help with cost.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

University of Alabama Rural Health Scholars Summer Program for current 11th graders

The Rural Health Scholars Program is conducted by the UA College of Community Health Sciences, a branch of the University of Alabama School of Medicine. Rural Health Scholars live on the UA campus during a 5-week summer program prior to their senior year. Chosen based on academic achievement and interest in rural health care, these outstanding high school juniors from rural areas take two courses for college credit (English and Chemistry) and participate in field trips and lectures related to rural health careers.
Dates of the Program

May 30, 2011 – July 2, 2011
Eligibility and Selection

To qualify for the Rural Health Scholars Program

An applicant must be a resident of rural Alabama
Currently a junior in high school
Has a ‘B’ grade point average
Meets UA admissions criteria

Participants will be selected based on their interests, motivation and personal qualities that are most suited for becoming future physicians and other health professionals practicing in a rural community. For these reasons, applicants are asked for a statement of interest, information concerning academic experiences and achievements, and at least two recommendations with one recommendation from someone familiar with your academic record.
For the rest of the information, see the link below. Your interest and application must be completed by February 14th in order to have your packet and transcripts submitted and approved by Mrs. Ballew.
See this website for more info: http://cchs.ua.edu/crm/rural-health-programs

Friday, January 13, 2012

Auburn University Montgomery Preview Day

WarhawkWelcome RSVP online
Come to Warhawk Welcome and learn about the AUMazing opportunities that await you at Auburn University at Montgomery. You can tour the campus and residence halls, explore our academic offerings, learn about financial aid options and even take advantage of our fast track admissions option!
January 21, 2012
8:30 - 9 a.m.
Check in
Fast Track Admissions - Bring your high school transcript (sealed) and test scores and you will receive your decision by the end of the day!
Campus Organizations Browse Session
Take the opportunity to learn all that AUM has to offer!
9 - 9:15 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:15 - 9:30 a.m.
AUM Overview/Applying for Admission to AUM
9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
Campus Tour
10:25 - 10:50 a.m.
Overview of AUM's Schools
School of Business
School of Education
School of Liberal Arts
School of Nursing
School of Sciences
10:55 - 11:35 a.m.
Parent Session: Money Matters - Paying for College
Parent Information Panel
Listen to professional experts talk about financial aid requirements
and the application process as well as scholarships available for freshmen.
Learn about various aspects of AUM, student life and orientation, campus police, academic advising and residence life.
Student Session: Mock Class
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit in on a college class? Well now is your chance to experience college first hand.
11:35 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch
Enjoy a delicious lunch provided by the Office of Recruitment.
Life as an AUM Student (Student Panel)
Listen to current AUM students tell you, in their own words, what it's like to be a student at AUM.
12:30 p.m.
Closing Session
Please remain for closing information and be sure to complete your evaluation. Residence Life Open House Take a tour of our North Commons and West Courtyards Residence Halls and see what it’s like to live on campus. Also, discover the Learning Comes First Freshman Forum, a learning community for Freshman who reside on campus.

Jacksonville State University Spring Preview Days

Spring Preview Day 2012
Saturday, February 4 & Saturday, April 14
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CST

Come join the excitement as we welcome the spring of 2012 with JSU Spring Preview Day! This is a great opportunity for you and your family to learn more about JSU.

If you have any questions concerning Preview Day, please call (800) 231-JAX1 (5291) Option 6 or (256) 782-5260. Directions to campus

Register your Spring Preview Day attendance.

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Class of 2012 Scholarship

The Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship Essay forms are available from Mrs. Ballew. Check the magazine rack outside her door.

Seniors

Please remember to see Mrs. Ballew about Scholarship information, as needed. You may stop by, with a pass, email, or facebook. I would love to help you.