INFORMATION TO SHARE

2007 PSAT/NMSQT

All high school students who took the 2007 PSAT/NMSQT can now connect to My College QuickStart, a free personalized planning kit based on their test results. Students can take the next steps toward college with these features:

• An online PSAT/NMSQT score report, including projected SAT(R) score ranges, state percentiles, and the power to sort answer explanations by difficulty and question type
• A customized SAT study plan
• Personalized lists of colleges, majors, and careers
• All of the college and career exploration tools on MyRoad(TM)

Students can gain access to this exciting new tool by visiting www.collegeboard.com/psatextra, creating an online account, and entering the access code found on their official Score Report
Plus. Until February 1, students will not be able to view their online score reports without first entering this access code, which can also be found on your school's Roster of Student Scores
and Plans.

VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL

Virtual High School (VHS) offers a limited number of students at Montville High School the opportunity to take a course online that is not offered at the high school. It is a chance also for students to learn collaboratively with students from other cities, towns, states, and even countries.

Skills developed in a VHS course are important to success in college studies and in work, such as the ability to manage a learning schedule, work independently, and manage time. Through a VHS course, students will learn how to communicate and collaborate online through teamwork and group projects, use technology and the Internet to research and present information to others, and learn through project-based experiences.

VHS courses are offered to augment, not replace classroom teaching. They enable Montville High School to greatly expand its curriculum far beyond what is currently available. VHS is a nonprofit organization, is the leading educational provider of quality online courses to high school students, and requires thorough preparation of certified classroom teachers to be effective online teachers.

Montville High School will recognize VHS courses by awarding one-half credit for a semester VHS course, and one credit for a full-year VHS course. Students may sign up for a VHS course only if approved and only through the On-Site Coordinator at the high school. For more information visit the VHS website www.govhs.org call or see Dr. Phillips, Director of School Counseling and On-Site VHS Coordinator, at 848-1285

NOTE: Attention Juniors & Seniors
VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL
There are still openings for students interested in taking
Virtual High School during second semester, 2006.
VHS offers opportunities for students to take courses on-line that are not available at MHS.
Interested students should see
Dr. Phillips, as soon as possible.

Admissions Timeline
For The 11th Grade Student

Grade 11

September - November

• Take the PSAT/NMSQT in October to practice for the SAT I and be eligible for National Merit Scholarship awards.
• Continue to take challenging courses and maintain good grades.
• Get to know your favorite teachers well. Start thinking about who you might ask to write evaluations.
• Focus on becoming a leader in a few extracurricular activities-run for an office, lead a team, or start your own project.
• Get a copy of some college applications to preview.
• Continue to compete in matches, contests, and competitions.

December - February

• Discuss with your parents how you will finance your education. Ask your counselor about any local or regional scholarships.
• Continue to research colleges by talking to alumni, going to college fairs, and reading college directories and brochures.
• Register and prepare for the SAT I or ACT and SAT II exams.
• Think about review classes or set up your own preparation schedule.

March - May

• Take the SAT I (usually in March or May) or the ACT (usually in April).
• Take AP exams in May and the SAT II exams in June.
• Visit your college advisor or counselor to discuss your preliminary plans for applying to college and sources of financial aid.
• Write to your US Senator or Representative if you would like to attend a US military academy or participate in an ROTC program.

Summer

• Find a summer job, do volunteer work, or attend a summer program.
• Plan family vacations so that you can also visit some of the colleges where you might want to apply.
• Write to colleges for applications.
• Register and prepare for the SAT I or ACT and SAT II. Set up a schedule to study for these exams or take a test prep class.
• Research and begin applying to outside scholarships.

COLLEGE PLANNING NIGHT

• How to choose a college
• College admissions
• The application process
• Special accommodations
• NCAA Clearinghouse
• Applying for financial aid and scholarships

For additional information contact: Theodore H. Phillips, Ed.D., Director of School Counseling, Montville High School, Old Colchester Road, Oakdale, CT 06370
Phone: 860-848-1285 - Fax: 860-848-8067.

PSAT/NMSQT

The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) will be given to all juniors on Wednesday, October 17, from 7:35-10:35.

This is an excellent practice test for the SAT Reasoning Test, which is required by most colleges, and is also the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarships. The PSAT provides a comprehensive assessment of critical reading, mathematical reasoning, and writing skills. The student report provides question-by-question analysis along with specific suggestions on how to improve academic skills.

Montville Public Schools is paying the cost of the PSAT for all juniors, and they are automatically registered.

Juniors will be receiving a descriptive booklet along with a practice PSAT shortly.
On October 17, all juniors are to report to assigned areas at the first homeroom bell for the testing, which will last through Blocks 1 and 2 and end before the first lunch period.

If you wish further information about the PSAT, log on to www.collegeboard.com click on the “students” or “parents” button on the upper right, and look for the PSAT information.

The PSAT will not be administered this year to sophomores at Montville High School due to space limitations.

See your counselor for more information.

Three Rivers Community College, Norwich, Conn.
High School Partnership Scholarships
Spring 2008 Semester (Courses)
Deadline: November 2, 2007 (For Spring Sessions)
All Interested Students MUST see Dr. Phillips

If you are a junior or senior, you can get a head start on college by applying for a
High School Partnership Scholarship at Three Rivers Community College.

• Twenty scholarships will be available for eligible candidates each semester. Both Juniors & Seniors are encouraged to apply. However, priority will be given to seniors who have never participated in the Partnership Program.
• Each Partnership participant can take one (1) course per semester under the scholarship program.
• Partnership students can select courses at any campus site. We offer classes at the Mohegan and Thames campuses in Norwich, and Ella Grasso Tech in Groton.
• Seniors & Juniors maintaining a B average or higher may participate in the High School Partnership Program.
• A maximum of four (4) students from each school will be offered scholarships. However, additional students will be considered on a space available basis.
• Students offered a scholarship are required to take a placement test and must attend orientation & Registration. Dates and times for testing and Orientation & Registration will be sent home to each applicants parents/guardians.
• The Schedule of Classes is posted on our web site at www.trcc.commnet.edu.
• Registration for eligible students is on a space available basis for courses. I encourage Partnership students to discuss and select alternate courses with you in the event their first choices are unavailable. Student must complete prerequisites to be eligible to register for a course. Course descriptions with prerequisite requirements are listed on our web site at www.trcc.commnet.edu.Select the ONLINE.COMMNET.EDU link located in the far right corner of our homepage. Please follow the sequence listed below for the SPRING 2008 class schedule. "Course Schedule", By Term (Spring 08); by college (Three Rivers Community College); Subject (please select all); Level (credit); GET COURSES.
• Three Rivers must receive all application materials postmarked no later than
  November 2, 2007.

Please feel free to call Joanna Doherty, Educational Assistant in the Admissions office at 860-383-5217 if you have any questions about the program or these procedures.

High School Partnership | Three Rivers Community College | Attn: Joanna Doherty, Educational Assistant | 7 Mahan Drive | Norwich, CT 06360-2497 | jdoherty@trcc.commnet.edu

University of Connecticut
The Marine Scholars Program at Avery Point
Deadline: 11/10/05 - See Dr. Phillips

The purpose of the Marine Scholars program is to provide high school juniors and seniors from the region with unique opportunities to strengthen their interests in Marine Science and/or Maritime Studies through exposure to the college learning environment and faculty mentoring.

The program selects up to 10 high school juniors who are interested in Marine/Maritime Studies, and follows them through their senior fall semesters offering independent research and college level mentoring in either the physical or the social sciences.

Goals:

• To encourage students from the region to pursue their interests in marine sciences or maritime studies
• To interest these students in pursuing marine/maritime studies in college at the Avery Point Campus
• To help these students with the transition from high school to college by exposing them to the experiences of a college campus

Objectives

• To strengthen high school students’ interest in pursuing marine/maritime studies by offering individual attention through a University faculty mentoring program
• To increase awareness of UConn’s Coastal Studies/Maritime Studies programs offered at Avery Point, and increase awareness of related opportunities within the Avery Point community
• To immerse students in hands-on field research, laboratory investigations, group seminars, and individual projects related to Marine/Maritime studies within the Avery Point community

Students who complete the Scholars program will be eligible for a $1000 scholarship for their first year of college if their intention is to enter UConn.

Mail applications to: Trudy Flanery, Avery Point Director of Student Services, 1084 Shennecossett Road, Groton, CT 06340 ~ trudy.flanery@uconn.edu
Fax: 860-405-9018 - Phone: 860-405-9026

Download Additional Information in Microsoft Word.

ATTENTION JUNIORS
Connecticut College
New London Scholars Program
Spring 2008 Semester
See Dr. Phillips, November 16, 2007

The New London Scholars Program was established in 1986 as a gift to the greater New London community from the College on the occasion of its seventy-fifth anniversary.

This program allows two senior honor students from each New London County high school, nominated by their guidance counselor, to take one four-credit class during the fall or spring semester, at no cost to the student or secondary school. The student is, however, responsible for any books or materials required by the instructor.

The spring course schedule is available online at the Records & Registration site (http://www.conncoll.edu/academics/course_schedules.htm)

FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP

The Financial Aid Workshop for seniors & their parents will be on
Thursday, January 10, 2008 from 7-9 PM in the MHS Cafeteria.

All aspects of financial aid will be discussed, and the FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid will be explained in detail. 

This is a very important program for anyone interested in financial assistance for college. 

For further information contact: 
Dr. Ted Phillps, Director of School Counesling 848-1285.

• Has at least a 2.75 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale for 9th and 10th grades
  Demonstrates accomplishments in community service and leadership and has faced a significant roadblock or challenge
  How many scholarships are available?
• Up to 10 scholarships of $30,000 each
  How may scholarships be used?
• Scholarships may be used for any type of post-high school education or training, certification, licensing, two- or four-year trade and technical education or a two- or four-year college degree.

High School/Middle School Student Watch Recognition
Each year, Michaels Jewelers presents over 200 Michaels watches to middle school eighth graders and high school juniors who are recognized for good citizenship and their contribution to student life.
The school's principal and guidance department, with the advice of the faculty, choose the students who receive these watches. Schools interested in participating in this program should contact John A. Michaels at jam@michaelsjewelers.com

Custom House Maritime Museum
New London Maritime Society, Inc.
Reid MacCluggage Black History Award
Deadline: February 29, 2008

Write an essay, short story, poem, play, movie script or Novella about the African-American experience in the maritime world for the chance to win a $1,000 scholarship!

Eligibility: You must be a junior or senior in good standing at one of the following high schools to qualify: East Lyme, Grasso Tech., Fisher's Island, Fitch, Griswold, Ledyard, Lyme-Old Lyme, Montville, New London, NFA, Norwich Regional Tech., St. Bernard's, Williams School, Waterford and Wheeler.

Format: You may enter an original essay, short story, novella, play, movie script or poem based on the theme: The African-American experience in the maritime world. There are no restrictions on the length or scope of your piece, but all entries must be typed and include a complete list of all primary and secondary research sources. Additionally, each entry must be accompanied by a cover page, stating the student’s name, address and telephone number, as well as, the name of the high school he or she attends, and a brief abstract describing the intent/concept of the piece.

Due Date: All entries must be received at the Custom House Maritime Museum, 150 Bank Street, New London, CT 06320, by 5:00 PM on Feb. 29, 2008. If you mail your entry, it must be postmarked no later than February 28, 2008.

Awards: Following review by a panel of distinguished judges from the community a scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded for the most outstanding entry and a $500 savings bond for second place. The winner will be contacted directly, and will receive the awards at his or her high school awards night.

Contact: If you have any questions, please contact Cassie Blondel-Libardi at 860-447-2501.
E-mail: nl.maritime.society@snet.net

The Reid MacCluggage Black History Award was established to foster an awareness of the experience of African-Americans in the context of maritime history. It honors the commitment of Reid MacCluggage, the editor and publisher of The Day newspaper from 1984-2001, to the development of multicultural awareness and excellent writing skills in students.

Sponsored by New London Maritime Society, Inc. with support by The Day

National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association
Student Athlete Scholarship Program
Deadline: 2/29, 2008

Purpose of Scholarship:
In accordance with National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association’s (NIAAA) purpose to promote, facilitate and increase the knowledge and understanding of the vital role of interscholastic athletics in the educational system, this scholarship program will foster and recognize the partnership between the NIAAA and secondary education. The scholarships will recognize the distinguished scholastic, leadership and sportsmanship attributes of high school studentathletes, and the importance of high school athletics in each student’s life.

Criteria:

1. Available to current juniors and seniors.
2. Applicant must have achieved at least two (2) of the following:
   • (a) minimum of B+ average;
   • (b) ranked in the top 25% of class;
   • (c) ACT score of 24 or an SAT score of 1100 (Verbal and Math only)
3. Applicant must have participated in two sports for two years in each sport
4. Applicant must have earned at least one varsity letter in each of two sports
5. Applicant must complete attached scholar/essay application
6. Applicant must have a letter of recommendation from the high school athletic administrator/director
7. School athletic administrator/director must be an NIAAA member and a member of their respective state athletic administrators association
8. The principal or athletic administrator/director must sign the application to ensure that the academic information submitted is accurate
9. Submit participation information for grades 9-12 only
10. All materials must be postmarked to the CAAD representative – Brian Fell, 8 Belden Lane, Rocky Hill, CT
    06067 – no later than February 29, 2008

Note: Students participating in athletics at NCAA Division I or II schools may not be eligible.

Scholarship Awards:

• State winners One male and one female will receive a plaque recognizing them as state winners
• NIAAA Section winners One male and one female will each receive a $1,000 scholarship and a certificate
  recognizing them as section winners
• National winners One male and one female will each receive a $2,000 scholarship and a medallion
  recognizing them as national winners

NIAAA Web site: http://www2.niaaa.org/Scholarship_Program/About_the_Program.asp

Application: http://www.caadinc.org/niaaascholarapplication.pdf

Time Line: http://www2.niaaa.org/Scholarship_Program/Timeline.asp

NOTICE TO GRADE 11 STUDENTS

APPLICATION PROCESS FOR MEMBERSHIP
ON THE
CONNECTICUT STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Interested Juniors MUST see Dr. Phillips by March 7, 2008

Each year, the Governor appoints two students entering their senior year to serve on the Connecticut State Board of Education. Student Board members participate fully in discussions about education policy and lend an important perspective to Board deliberations, although they do not have voting privileges. We encourage you to consider applying for membership on the Board (July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009).

ARE YOU QUALIFIED?
Students who wish to apply for membership on the Board:

• Must be enrolled in a public high school; and
• Must have at least a B+ average; and
• Will have completed Grade 11 prior to July 1, 2008; and
• Must be able to attend approximately 11 all-day meetings in Hartford
  (usually the first Wednesday of each month).

HOW TO APPLY
If you meet all of the above qualifications and wish to apply for membership on the Board, please submit the following (address noted below):

1. application form
2. three (3) reference letters from teachers or school administrators;
3. resume; and
4. a one-page statement describing your qualifications for appointment to the Board.

DUE DATE
Complete application packages must be postmarked on or before March 20, 2008.

Interested Juniors MUST see Dr. Phillips by March 7, 2008

Please submit your complete application package to:
Ms. Pamela V. Bergin, Assistant to the Commissioner
Connecticut State Department of Education
165 Capitol Avenue – Room 301
Hartford, CT 06106
(Facsimile: 860-713-7002)

If you have questions about the application process, call Pamela Bergin,
860-713-6510 | pamela.bergin@ct.gov

SCREENING PROCESS
The State Student Advisory Council on Education will review all application packages. Based on its review, the Council will select applicants for interviews to be conducted April 24-25, 2007. At the conclusion of the interview phase, the Council will recommend five candidates to the Governor for her consideration. The Governor will interview the five finalists, and appoint two students to the Board for a one-year term commencing July 1, 2008.

They will be having exciting presenters, including:

• Life Star Flight Nurses
• Gangs Behind Bars Specialists
• Neuroscientists
• Environmental Engineers
• …and more!

Students will be able to select their top choices from among 13 selections and will attend three workshops, at their Mohegan Campus.

Plan Your future Day ~ Workshops

1. Who Wants to be a Neuroscientist? Learn about the human brain and the study of neuroscience and play a game based on the show “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?”
2. Gangs Behind Bars: Come hear about the lure and danger of gangs inside prisons. These ‘security risk groups’ play a large role in the safety and security inside and outside our prisons.
3. Dept. Of Correction K-9 Unit: Come learn how ‘man’s best friend’ helps correctional officers complete their dangerous , but essential job duties.
4. Photonics-The light fantastic!: See how particles of light are used in various aspects of life; from laser-light shows, manufacturing, laser engraving, to fiber optics.
5. Get Your Act Together: A brief overview of the various jobs involved in the performing arts, including: Technical Design, Production, Public Relations, and, of course, Acting!
6. Emergency!: Learn what it’s like to be a Life Star Helicopter Flight Nurse. Sometimes getting there is half the battle!
7. How Clean are Your Hands?: Prevent the spread of disease and germs within the hospital, laboratory, and home setting. You’ll be amazed at the germs you carry all the time!
8. Are You Gonna Drink That?: Learn what’s really in your drinking water and what levels of toxins are deemed to be ‘safe’.
9. Let’s Make a Deal!: Ways to increase odds at winning game shows, and the logic and probability of game shows. Includes actual games and prizes!
10. Mystic Places: The ins and outs of marketing one of Connecticut’s busiest tourist areas.
11. Computer Aided Drafting: Learn about the many applications of CAD. Great for those who are interested in any area of Engineering Technology, Architecture, or Computers.
12. Early Childhood Education: Come and learn about exciting careers working with young children. Fun activities for all ages!

Note: Workshops are subject to change. An additional workshop in the Culinary Arts may be forthcoming.

There is NO COST for this program – However, space is limited, there are only 15 spots available per school.

Interested juniors MUST see Dr. Phillips by no later than Wednesday, March 1, 2006.

University of Connecticut - School of Engineering
Engineering 2000 Summmer Residential experience

High Schoolers Learn Engineering is Fun

E2K is a one-week residential summer program for high school juniors and seniors. During this exciting week at the Storrs Campus, participants explore engineering careers by working in small groups with faculty and college students to learn what various engineers do in the workplace; learn and demonstrate engineering concepts and during the evenings YESS Program (6-8 pm Monday – Thursday and all day Friday) students focus on a single engineering discipline by fabricating a discipline specific device. The week wraps up with demonstrations of items the students created during the week. Examples include rudimentary EKG devices, Smart Lego vehicles that can follow a trail, fuel cell and other energy efficient devices, wooden bridges, environmental friendly processes and how to resolve differences.

E2K participants are nominated by their high school math, science, or technology teachers. Enrollment is restricted to 80 students. These students receive:

• Free room and board
• Instruction from full-time faculty
• Mentoring and coaching from college continuing engineering students
• Access to state-of-the-art research area
• Access to our Engineering Learning Center

There is a $400 fee to attend this program, which covers project material, and supply costs.

If you elect to attend UConn’s School of Engineering, the $400 will be returned to you as a scholarship during your first semester.

For a brochure, online application to the workshop, click here. If you have any comments, questions or concerns, please contact Marty Wood at:

Marty Wood
Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Education
School of Engineering
191 Auditorium Road Unit 3187
Storrs, CT 06269-3187
Tel: 860-486-5466
Email: marty@engr.uconn.edu

SWEET DAY 07
Society of Women Engineers Educating for Tomorrow

The University of Hartford’s chapter of Society of Women Engineers, SWE, wishes to invite all female high-school students in the state of Connecticut to attend a FREE, educational, hands-on learning experience on Sunday, March 25, 2007 (8 AM – 3 PM).

Young ladies and an attending parent will learn about engineering and technological educational and career opportunities available to them through a day of fun with free gifts, inspirational speakers, and exciting projects. Morning snacks, coffee, and lunch will be provided.

Questions, contact, and RSVP:
Alexandra Symmonds (SWE President) symmonds@hartford.edu
Jay Arascunaga (SWE Vice President) arascunag@hartford.edu

Congressman Rob Simmons
Summer 2006 Page Program
Deadline: March 31, 2006

The office of Congressman Rob Simmons (CT-2) is currently accepting applications for the Summer 2006 Page Program sessions. The first session runs from June 12-30 and the second session runs from July 10-July 28. An appointment to the Congressional page Program is one of the most sought after positions in Washington, DC for high school students from around the nation. It is truly a unique opportunity to experience the legislative process at work. each Congressional office is invited by House Speaker J. Dennis Hastert to recommend young people who ar interested in serving as a Republican Page in the House of Representatives. There are a very limited number of Page positions for the entire House. The Congressman is allowed to select a primary and alternative candidate for each session.

To be qualified to serve as a Page, all applicants must be 16 years of age at the time of their appointment, have a B average or better("B" average defined as a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or 85 or better on a 100 point scale) in five major subjects, and be a junior in high school. Additionally, outstanding students during the first summer session may be considered for re-appointment for the second summer session.

All applicants must complete an application form and provide the following: social security number, signed parental consent form, official transcript of all high school grades to date, a 50-100 word essay on why they want to be a Republican Page, resume of extra-curricular activities and three letters of recommendation. Congressman Simmons will also write a letter of recommendation for the candidates he selects.

If you or an applicant have any questions or need further information, please don not hesitate to contact me at 202-225-2076 or by email at Emily.Cantin@mail.house.gov.

"ATTENTION JUNIORS"
United States Military Academy
Summer Leaders Seminar ~ West Point
Deadline: April 1,

Summer Leaders Seminar (SLS)

The United States Military Academy conducts the Summer Leaders Seminar (SLS) for academically gifted high school juniors going into their senior year. The SLS is a weeklong program of academic workshops, military training, physical fitness training and intramural athletics.

800 highly talented high school juniors going into their senior year are invited to attend the SLS each year. The SLS is normally conducted in the first and second week of June. High school students who participate in the SLS are led and supervised by West Point cadets.

If you are a high school junior, you can apply to the Summer Leaders Seminar online between 15 December 2006 and 1 April 2007. Click here to apply. Please keep in mind we use a rolling acceptance process so we recommend you apply early.

USMA Admissions
Building 606, West Point, New York 10996 • (845) 938-4041

• General Information: http://admissions.usma.edu/moreinfo/summer.cfm
• FAQs about the Summer Program: http://admissions.usma.edu/FAQs/faqs_summer.cfm
• Brochure: http://admissions.usma.edu/MoreInfo/SLS07.pdf
• Course Description: http://admissions.usma.edu/moreinfo/SLSCourseDescriptions2007.pdf
• Instructions: http://admissions.usma.edu/moreinfo/SLS_Instructions_2007.pdf
• Cost: The average cost of the SLS is around $325.00. This covers room, board and all classroom/training materials

Summer Leaders Seminar
Office of Admissions/United States Military Academy
646 Swift Road, Official Mail & Distribution Center
West Point, NY 10996-1905
Telephone: (845) 938-4041
To apply: http://admissions.usma.edu

The American Legion Auxiliary Laurel Girls’ State
(www.alalgs.org)

• Dates: Saturday, June 28 – Thursday, July 3rd
• Place: Eastern CT State University in Willimantic
• Cost: $250 per girl
  (Paid by American Legion Auxiliary or local Business/Organization).
• Qualifications:
  • Completed Junior year (or within 1 month of completion, i.e., rising Senior).
  • US Citizen
  • “B” Average or Better
  • Cooperative attitude.
  • Interested in citizenship
  • Good sportsmanship
  • Required to salute the American Flag and Participate in daily prayer.
  • Must stay entire week.

The Connecticut American Legion Boys State
(www.members.tripod.com/~ctboysstate/)

• Dates: Sunday, June 22nd – Friday, June 28th
  Place: Eastern CT State University in Willimantic
  Cost: $230 per boy
  (Paid by American Legion Auxiliary or local Business/Organization).
• Qualifications:
  • Completed Junior year (or within 1 month of completion, i.e., rising Senior).
  • US Citizen or legal resident
  • “C” Average or Better
  • Cooperative attitude.
  • Interested in citizenship, political process.
  • Good sportsmanship
  • Required to salute the American Flag and Participate in daily prayer.
  • Must stay entire week.

Boys State & Girls State are mythical states patterned after our own local and state government. The delegates spend their week learning the political process and the duties of town, city and state officials. Each delegate is assigned to a town or city and a (fictitious) political party. Elections are held for party officers, town/city officials, representatives, senators, and at the end of the week, state officials. Connecticut government leaders at all levels visit during the week to instruct and answer questions on all facets of the political process and state and local government. All staff and counselors for the program are volunteers. Only Boys & Girls state delegates receive applications for scholarships funded by Samsung and administered by the American Legion. Alternates, ready to go at the last minute, are highly desirable.

ATTENTION JUNIORS
Connecticut College
New London Scholars Program
See Dr. Phillips by April 25
Fall semester classes begin August 28, 2008

The New London Scholars Program was established in 1986 as a gift to the greater New London community from the College on the occasion of its seventy-fifth anniversary.

This program allows two senior honor students from each New London County high school, nominated by their guidance counselor, to take one four-credit class during the fall or spring semester, at no cost to the student or secondary school. The student is, however, responsible for any books or materials required by the instructor.

The Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovative and Creativity
Managed by: The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
Deadline: April 18

The intent of the Scholarship Fund is to provide scholarships to high school and college students who display innovative and creative problem solving.

This scholarship is not a traditional scholarship focused on rewarding academic achievement and financial need. Its founders are looking for students who have come up with distinctive solutions to problems faced by their schools, communities, or families; students who have created new groups, organizations, and institutions that serve important needs; or students who have solved artistic, scientific, or technical problems in new or unusual ways.

Eligibility:

Eligible applicants to the Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation & Creativity must satisfy these two conditions:

Applicant must be:

• a high school junior
• a high school senior, or
• any person entering an undergraduate degree program* in the fall after the application deadline or the following spring, or
• a student in the first year of an undergraduate degree program, * and

Applicant must be:

• a Connecticut resident (who can choose an institution of higher education either in Connecticut or elsewhere), or
• a student currently attending or planning to attend a Connecticut educational institution

* The scholarship can be applied to any "undergraduate degree program, " which is defined as any post-secondary, undergraduate degree program at an accredited college, university, vocational school, or technical school.

Applicants can download a copy of the application at: www.rbffoundation.org/milton-fisher-scholarship/

Candidates must mail the application along with their essay, two letters of recommendation, a transcript of grades, financial information, and letter of acceptance from college (if applicable) to: Milton Fisher Scholarship, The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, 70 Audubon Street, New Haven, CT 06510, Phone: 203-777-2386.

Smith College
Simply Smith
Saturday, April 28, 2007

Smith Invites High School Girls to Preview College Life

Smith College will host "Simply Smith," a college preview day, for high school girls in their sophomore or junior year on Saturday, April 28, 2007.

The open campus event is an opportunity for young women and their parents to learn first hand about college life. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., guests will attend workshops on all aspects of the college application process, tour the campus and lunch with current Smith students and other members of the campus community.

To register, call (800) 383-3232 | www.smith.edu/admission no later than April 18.

Contact: Marti Hobbes, mhobbes@smith.edu

Congressman Rob Simmons
Republican Page Program
Deadline: May 12, 2006

The Office of Congressman Rob Simmons (CT-2) is currently accepting applications for the Fall and Spring Page Program sessions. An appointment to the Congressional Page program is one of the most sought after positions in Washington, D. C. for high school students from around the nation. It is truly a unique opportunity to experience the legislative process at work. Each Congressional office is invited by House Speaker Dennis Hastert to recommend young people who are interested in serving as a Republican Page in the House of Representatives. There are a very limited number of page positions for the entire house. The Congressman is allowed to select a primary and alternate candidate for each session.

The Fall session will begin September 5, 2006 and conclude January 26, 2007. The Spring session will begin January 29, 2007 and end June 8, 2007. Completed applications must be received by May 12, 2006.

To be qualified to serve as a Page, all applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the time their appointment begins, and have a B average or better (“B” average defines as a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or 85 or better on a 100 point scale) in the five major subjects. Additionally, outstanding students during the Fall session may be considered for re-appointment for the Spring session.

All applicants must complete an application form and provide the following: social security number, signed parental consent form, official transcript of all high school grades to date, a 50-100 word essay on why they want to be a Republican Page, resume of extra-curricular activities and three letters of recommendation. Congressman Simmons will also write a letter of recommendation for the candidates he selects.

Completed applications can be sent to:
Congressman Rob Simmons
Attention: Emily Cantin
2 Courthouse Square
Norwich, CT 06360.
For further information contact: Emily Cantin– 202-225-2076 / emily.cantin@mail.house.gov.

Three Rivers Community College, Norwich, Conn.
High School Partnership Scholarships
Fall 2007 Recruitment & Registration Information
Deadline: May 18, 2006 (For Fall Sessions)
All Interested Students MUST see Dr. Phillips

If you are a senior, you can get a head start on college by applying for a High School Partnership Scholarship at Three Rivers Community College.

• Twenty scholarships will be available for eligible candidates each semester. Both Juniors & Seniors are encouraged to apply. However, priority will be given to seniors who have never participated in the Partnership Program.
• Each Partnership participant can take one (1) course per semester under the scholarship program.
• Partnership students can select courses at any campus site. We offer classes at the Mohegan and Thames campuses in Norwich, and Ella Grasso Tech in Groton.
• Seniors & Juniors maintaining a B average or higher may participate in the High School Partnership Program.
• A maximum of four (4) students from each school will be offered scholarships. However, additional students will be considered on a space available basis.
• Students offered a scholarship are required to take a placement test and must attend orientation & Registration. Dates and times for testing and Orientation & Registration will be sent home to each applicants parents/guardians.
• The Schedule of Classes is posted on our web site at www.trcc.commnet.edu.
• Registration for eligible students is on a space available basis for courses. I encourage Partnership students to discuss and select alternate courses with you in the event their first choices are unavailable. Student must complete prerequisites to be eligible to register for a course. Course descriptions with prerequisite requirements are listed on our web site at www.trcc.commnet.edu.

Please feel free to call Joanna Doherty, Educational Assistant in the Admissions office at
860-383-5217 if you have any questions about the program or these procedures.

High School Partnership | Three Rivers Community College | Attn: Joanna Doherty, Educational Assistant | 7 Mahan Drive | Norwich, CT 06360-2497

The American Legion
The Department of Connecticut State &
The Connecticut State Police Youth Week
Saturday, June 28 to Thursday, July 3, 2008
State Police Training Academy in Meriden, CT
Deadline: May 30, 2008

Jointly sponsored by The American Legion Department of Connecticut and the State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety, Division of State Police, the program is a law enforcement symposium for high school students completing their junior year in 2008 and who are interested in pursuing a career in Law Enforcement.

In addition to providing insight into the expectations, duties and training required of police officers, the program teaches life-skills such as how to establish and attain realistic goals and how to make good decisions.

This week at the academy is a rigorous one with many physical demands. Students need to be in good physical condition to participate in this program.

If you have any questions please contact:
Local post of The American Legion, or the Department Treasurer,
PO Box 290167, Wethersfield, CT 06129-0167 - Phone: 860-296-0719

Submit Application packet to:
The American Legion Department of Connecticut
ATTN: SPYW
PO Box 290167
Wethersfield, CT 06129-0167

Applications are available in the Career Resource Center.
There is a $125.00 Registration fee due no later than May 30, 2008.

Attention Juniors
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund
GreaterNew London County
Deadline: June 30, Annually

This scholarship is an annual award in the amount of $20,000, and the number of scholarships granted yearly is determined by its board of trustees.

All Southeastern Connecticut African-American students who are in their junior year of high school are eligible to apply.
The students must exemplify Dr. King's spirit by living their lives in pursuit of Dr. King's goals.

The qualifications are:

o Achievement in the community
o Academics
o Citizenship
o written response to an essay question
o and the need for financial assistance.

ESSAY:

Dr. King contributed to American social justice more than any other individual in the Twentieth Century. How did Dr. King's contributions affect your life in terms of the ways in which you will contribute to the realization of his dream?

RUBRIC:

Select only one of the following topics listed below that you find to be the most significant contribution made by Dr. King. In your own words, explain how you will use your education to further Dr. King's Dream in that area that you identify below.

1. Racial Equality
2. social Economics
3. Racial and Social Empowerment
4. Non-Violent Education

Limit your essay to 1 page, double spaced.

Finalists for the scholarship award are asked to undergo a personal interview.
Questions/applications can be addressed to:

The Dr. Martin Luther King , Jr. Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund
Greater New London County
P.O. Box 1308, New London, CT 06320
For questions Call Dr. James R. Vest - 860-442-2819

Johnson & Wales University

You may be qualified for ACCESS if:
• You're a high school junior entering your senior year
• You want to get a head start on college
• You already know the direction you'd like your career to take
• You're interested in investigating the career oriented programs at Johnson & Wales
• You're looking for direction, stimulation and challenge unavailable in your high school program

Youth For Understanding (YFU) is one of the world's oldest, largest, and most respected international exchange organizations. Today, YFU USA administers the Youth For Understanding programs in the United States. (http://www.yfu-usa.org/index.html)

Scholarships - (Various Deadline Dates)
YFU looks for students who are flexible, have a spirit of adventure, and who will enjoy the challenge of adapting to new people in a new culture.

To be eligible for a YFU scholarship, you must meet the eligibility requirements listed in the Scholarship Information Sheets for the program to which you are applying. Generally, applicants must be between the ages of 15 and 18, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA for a year or semester program or 2.0 GPA for a summer program, and be in good health. You will also need to complete some additional paperwork, have a medical exam, submit photos, and be interviewed by a YFU volunteer. For most YFU countries, you don't need to know the language, although some countries do require previous language study.

Toll-Free 1-800-TEENAGE
District Offices 1-866-4-YFU-USA
6400 Goldsboro Rd, Ste 100, Bethesda, MD 20817

"ATTENTION JUNIORS"
United States Military Academy
Summer Leaders Seminar ~ West Point
Deadline: April 1, 2006

Session One: June 3-9, 2006
Session Two: June 10-16, 2006

The United States Military Academy conducts the Summer Leaders Seminar (SLS), formerly known as the Invitational Academic Workshop for academically gifted high school juniors going into their senior year. The SLS is a weeklong program of academic workshops, military training, physical fitness training and intramural athletics.

The SLS is normally conducted in the second or third week of June. High school students who participate in the SLS are led and supervised by West Point cadets.

You can apply to the Summer Leaders Seminar online between mid-December 2005 and 1 April 2006. Please remember we use a rolling acceptance process so we recommend you apply early.

General Information: http://admissions.usma.edu/moreinfo/summer.cfm
Brochure: http://admissions.usma.edu/moreinfo/summer.cfm

USMA Admissions
Building 606, West Point, New York 10996 • (845) 938-4041

United States Naval Academy
Summer Seminar

The United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar offers the opportunity for rising high school seniors to visit the Naval Academy for one week during the summer. Students will experience all aspects of the Naval Academy including the academic program and midshipman life. Furthermore, students will receive an overview of Navy and Marine Corps service options. If you think that you are interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the nation's service academies and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider attending the Naval Academy's Summer Seminar.

NOTE: This application is only available to High School Juniors. The deadline for applications to be submitted online is March 31, 2007.

Midshipmen run Summer Seminar with oversight by active duty Navy and Marine Corps officers. Over 1,800 students from around the world attend this fast paced program each year. If you want a summer challenge, the opportunity to sample university level academics at a first-rate institution, discover whether the Naval Academy will help you achieve your goals, and get a jump start on the admissions process, then this program is for you.

2007 Summer Seminar Dates

Application: https://candidateinformation.usna.edu/ITSD/nass/acawu012$.startup

Administrative Department
U.S. Naval Academy
121 Blake Road | Annapolis, MD 21402-5000
USNA Switchboard (410) 293-1000
US Naval Academy: www.usna.edu/admissions
Summer Seminar: http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/nass.htm

United States Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT
MITE SUMMER PROGRAM

Is looking for college-bound juniors who are interested in attending an all expense one-week summer program here at the Coast Guard Academy. The program will introduce students to not only life as a cadet here at the Academy, but also the Coast Guard, and all our technical majors. They'll also have the opportunity to participate in some engineering projects throughout the week.

The dates for MITE (MINORITY INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING) (Applicant does not have to be a minority) are July 06-12, 2003. We are looking for juniors who have scored a minimum of 50 on both their Math and Verbal of their PSAT. Additionally, we will need the students to fill out the application found at:
http://www.cga.edu/admissions/summerprogramsforjuniors/mite.htm, as well as a transcript, PSAT or SAT scores, resume of activities, and a letter of recommendation. Due to time constraints, for the letter of recommendation, if you have more than one student who is interested in applying, you can attach one recommendation for all the students with your endorsement.

Interested students must have completed packages to in no later than June 15, to have them reviewed by the board and a decision back to them as soon as possible. Packages can be sent or dropped off Lt. Elaine L. Fitzgerald at the Admissions Office of the Coast Guard Academy.

LT Elaine L. Fitzgerald, Director of Marketing (tm)
US Coast Guard Academy Admissions Office
31 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT 06320
tel: (860) 701 6782 fax: (860) 701 6700