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WE CARE - Le's Save Our Planet
The Earth is our home, and the only one we have. It provides us with everything we want and all that we need – the food we need for fuel, water we need for hydration, air and oxygen we need to breathe. Everything we need comes from this one beautiful blue planet. In return we must take care of our Earth so it will continue to nourish, provide and take care of us.
This is an earth-themed art competition and will be judge in three categories: Group I: Age 6 – 10, Group II: Age 11 – 14 and Group III: Age 15 – 18. All mediums of two-dimensional artwork are encouraged: paintings, oil, acrylics, watercolors, etc., drawings, colored pencils, pastels, etc. Please visit the website for the Submission Guidelines and Rules and Regulations. All entries must be submitted by March 27, 2024.
Follow the below link for additional information.
Math Corps Summer Camp 2024
July 15 - August 9 at Cleveland State University
Current Middle school students click here to apply as campers.
High school students click here to apply as Teaching Assistants (TA)
Questions? Contact Math.corps.csu@mathcorps.org; 216-523-7151 OR
c.phillips-bey@csuohio.edu 216-272-7440
2024 Lorraine Dodero STEM Scholarship application window is open!
The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement and Lorraine Dodero of the Sam J. Frankino Foundation developed the Cleveland STEM Goes Red for Girls Scholarship in 2019 with the goal of bridging the gap between student interests in pursuing a career in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and achieving their goals. 9th-12th grade students who identify as female are eligible to participate in this opportunity!
This year, the STEM Goes Red Scholarship will award twelve (12) scholarships of $5,000 each to qualifying students! Awarded Scholarshp recipents will be notified by May 31, 2024, and the funds can be applied for a future school year. Please note: these funds are held in a designated account for the student until the student enters college, so they should not be discouraged from applying if they are younger.
Follow the link for the application. Students will need to submit a copy of their transcript, essay and (2) letters of recommendation along with their application.
Applications are due April 30, 2024.
2024 CGCS-Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships
Application Deadline is April 12, 2024
Four scholarships for two boys and two girls, with a value of $5,000 each, will be awarded in June 2024 to two Black and two Hispanic students currently completing their senior year of high school in a member district of the Council of the Great City Schools. Applicants must be accepted for full-time enrollment at a four-year college or university in the next academic year and pursuing a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
For students to apply, they should access the Council’s website at: https://www.cgcs.org/awardsscholarships
NEO Youth Climate Summit-Free event for 8-12th grade students
Sunday, April 14, 2024 | 11 AM - 4 PM
CWRU Think[box]: Richey Mixon Building,
11201 Cedar Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106
The Northeast Ohio Youth Climate Summit is a collaborative and educational conference that brings together young people from the region to address pressing environmental challenges. This summit provides a platform for students to engage in discussions, workshops, and hands-on activities focused on climate change, sustainability, and environmental justice. Through the exchange of ideas and practical solutions, the summit provides the future leaders of our region with tools, education, and connections to become advocates for a more sustainable and resilient future in Northeast Ohio.
Northeast Ohio Youth Climate Summit presented by Laurel School: Grades 8-12, join for workshops, panels, and a green career fair.
https://www.globalshaperscle.com/neo-youth-climate-summit
Study Abroad
It's not too late for your students to apply for our High School Study Abroad Programs! Please share and join our Zoom Info Night on Thursday, March 14th at 8:00 PM!
~ ASSE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE ~
Come ask your questions to our two special guest speakers: Sophie (2022-23 alum who spent her exchange year in Italy), and Martha (parent of a 2021-22 alum who spent a year in Germany).
When? Thursday, March 14th at 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Where? Zoom, Click here to RSVPWe will present our programs and go over the steps to becoming an exchange student:
- ASSE Scholarships available!
- Why study abroad in High School?
- Where can I go?
- The life of an exchange student
- How do I apply?
For more information or to start your Student Application, visit www.asse.com!
Download Application Checklist
2024-25 Scholarship Information
Financial Profile for Scholarship
Mini Medical School Boot Camp & Interactive Experience
Saturday, April 20, 2024 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Huntington Convention Center, Cleveland, OHApplication Deadline: Monday, March 25, 2024During the SAGES(Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons) Mini Med School, high school students from Cleveland and surrounding areas, as well as children of SAGES members, have the opportunity to experience the wonderful world of medicine and minimally invasive surgery. With projected physician and surgeon shortages in the future, this program is timely, and hopefully will promote early decisions to join our noble profession. The day is power-packed with classroom lectures, hands-on surgical skill lab and the grand finale Top Gun Interactive Experience.
The Mini Med School will be held on Saturday and will therefore not interfere with the school week. The program is of no charge to the students, but there are only 100 spots available, and each student will be required to send a letter of referral/nomination from teaching or counseling staff at their school. Parents are responsible to transport their children to the program and back home. You can find a simple student registration form with the submission deadline of Monday, March 25, 2024 on the website SAGES2024/Mini-Med-School. Please be aware that the student will not be considered to attend until his/her teacher or counselor sends in their referral form application.
VIKING CHAMPS SUMMER PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Application Deadline is Sunday, April 14th, 2024
Program Dates: Monday, June 10, 2024 - Friday, June 28, 2024 , 8:30am-3pm
The Viking CHAMPS (Careers in Health and Medical Professions) program introduces high school students to a wide variety of high-wage, high-skills careers in health and medicine. An important aspect of this program is introducing students to health professions early in their academic career through authentic learning experiences and professionals in the field.
A multidisciplinary curriculum promotes problem solving through hands-on activities and case studies. Students are transformed into medical detectives, as they are challenged to explore health and disease. Students engage in learning opportunities with CSU students and faculty, medical doctors, and other healthcare professionals. Specifically, the program seeks to deliver an academically enriching three-week summer institute anchored in science and mathematics, increase awareness of health careers, enhance test taking skills with particular emphasis on deep learning, and improve 21st century skills.
*Students' who successfully complete the program will receive a $750 stipend!!!!
If you feel like this is the program for you or your student, complete the application using the link below:
VIKING CHAMPS APPLICATION LINK
Be a Camp Counselor at the Math Movement Summer Math Camp
If you are an energetic, math loving, high school student, come join our staff! You will be working with middle school students from varous schools in the area.
Camp Dates: June 24 - July 18
Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Training Date: June 22
Applications due March 15!
2024 Summer Youth Employment Program Application Is Live For Cuyahoga County Youth!
Since 1982, Y.O.U. has employed thousands of youth in Cuyahoga County. If you’re in 8th through 12th grade, let us help you find work this summer so you can learn and earn some money!
Click here for more information and to apply.
ALSO: Y.O.U. Summer Career Academies are open to all incoming 11th or 12th grader interested in: Health Professions, Tech & IT, Construction, Sustainability, Manufacturing, Finance, Public Service, STEM and Marketing. Get paid $13.50/hour to learn job skills for in-demand industries!
Click here for the Y.O.U.Summer Career Academies' webpage.
Congressional Art Competition
Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and in each congressional district. Since the Artistic Discovery competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated.
Students submit entries to their representative’s office, and panels of district artists select the winning entries. Winners are recognized both in their district and at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, DC. The winning works are displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol.
Submissions are due Friday April 5, 2024. For more information on our OH-11 contest, click here. For the official rules and guidelines from the Congressional Institute, click here.
Winners from each district will be honored at an annual awards ceremony in Washington later this year. The winning art pieces will be displayed inside the U.S. Capitol for one year for all Members of Congress, staff, and visitors from around the world to view and admire.
B-WISER Science Camp for Middle School Girls
Buckeye Women in Science, Engineering, and Research (B-WISER) is a non-profit that began in 1990 and is designed for girls who will be completing 7th or 8th grade. Note this is a girl-centered program open to all students who identify as a girl/female in any way; please see our gender inclusivity policy for more information. Students who qualify for the free and reduced school meals program might qualify for scholarship funds to further reduce the price. Please click the enroll tab to view the pricing structure for the 2024 camp session.
The camp provides hands-on experiences in physics, chemistry, geology, biology, and engineering. The residential program takes place on The College of Wooster campus from June 10-15, 2024. Please note that this girl-centered program is open to students who identify as a girl in any way. Application deadline is April 20, 2024.
Visit website for more information: https://bwiser.spaces.wooster.edu/.
Cleveland Clinic High School Summer Internship Program
Please visit the Center for Youth and College Education website for full details about Cleveland Clinic High School Summer Internship Program.
Apply via Clinician Nexus by clicking on this link by March 1, 2024. View the login instructions before starting the application process. Please be sure to complete the following:
- When setting up your account Select Northeast Ohio Schools and high school student as your discipline.
- Verify your personal email address before completing the application.
- Apply for the Cleveland Clinic High School Summer Internship opportunity.
- For optimal use, please apply using a laptop, desktop PC or tablet. A mobile device is not recommended.
Attention 8th Graders!
The Law & Leadership Institute is now accepting applications for the 2024 Summer Institute! - Deadline to apply is March 25, 2024
LLI is a state-wide, 4-year leadership program that inspires and prepares high school students for college and professional success through legally-based curricula and leadership training. Students attend summer and academic year sessions where they build friendships and mentor-relationships that last a lifetime. Students graduate from LLI prepared to succeed in college with a support network that continues long after the program ends.
The 2024 application has two parts. Part one is the application which should be filled out by both the student and his or her parent or guardian. Part two is the recommendation form. Students must submit 2 recommendation forms for their application to the considered complete. Only complete applications will be reviewed by the admissions committee. Once an application is complete, students will receive notification via email.
Click here to schedule a recruitment visit for your class.
Click here to apply.
After-School Support at Cleveland Public Library
To help children and families, Cleveland Public Library is offering resources and programs to enhance the learning experience, encourage reading, and spark curiosity.
TUTORING
Struggling with schoolwork? We’ve got your back! Homework can be frustrating for both students and parents, and that’s why the library’s homework help centers provide a haven for students seeking assistance in various subjects. Staffed by knowledgeable tutors and educators, these centers offer personalized support that can make a significant difference in a student’s understanding and confidence.
After-School Meals with Kids Cafe
Learning and studying can make kids hungry. Kids’ Café is back in session. In partnership with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, the Library will provide nutritious meals for children up to age 18. Families should call their local branch for meal delivery times.
AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
After school fun starts at the Library. Students can show their talents in a multitude of arts programs. From theatre to dance, singing and art, Cleveland Public Library has a program for children of all ages thanks to our community partners including Art Therapy Studio. Families can also visit their favorite neighborhood branch for take-and-make activities and crafts.
Click here for additional programs.
High School Study Abroad Scholarship Opportunities
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). The ECA provides more than 1,000 scholarships for U.S. high school students to study abroad for a few weeks, summer, or an academic year in more than 25 countries. These exchange programs prepare young Americans to succeed in the 21st century’s global economy by developing foreign language skills, increasing cross-cultural understanding, strengthening confidence and leadership capacity, and fostering new academic insights and ambitions.
Applications are now being received for the following scholarship programs.