[BHS Etree] College-Career Bulletin - Week of Feb. 7

Mon Feb 7 18:48:59 PST 2011

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COLLEGE/CAREER BULLETIN
Week of Feb. 7, 2011

*New or updated information

SAT WORD OF THE WEEK: Sumptuous - lavish or extravagant, especially a meal

SENIORS:

*1. It’s Time To Apply For Financial Aid - Sign up to attend one of the workshops on filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  Prior to the workshop please fill out the informational worksheets you received in class. You can estimate numbers if necessary.  YOU MUST SIGN UP IN ADVANCE TO ATTEND BECAUSE WE HAVE A LIMITED NUMBER OF COMPUTERS.  All workshops will be held in the BHS library.
Tuesday, Feb. 8, 3:40 pm
Wednesday, Feb. 9, 3:40 pm

2. The financial aid booklet “Fund Your Future” is now available.  Stop by the College/Career Center to pick up your copy and get important information on the ins and outs of financial aid, Cal Grant, and other state and federal aid programs.

3. CSU Applicants: Students will receive acknowledgment of their CSU application by email fairly quickly.  Each campus will then ask students to create an account in a second email.  This has to be done for each campus separately.  It is important that students check these accounts regularly for updates on their admission status.  Some CSU’s will also ask students to forward an official transcript right away. It is important that students follow all the instructions.  CSU applicants must send official test scores from College Board or ACT.  See directions on sending your scores at the beginning of this section.  

If you are applying to any Cal State campuses, you are required to take the ELM and the EPT tests (assessment tests in math and English).  You are exempt from the EPT (English assessment) test if your SAT Critical Reading score is 500 or above, if your ACT English score is 22 or above or you have a score of 3, 4 or 5 on either the AP Language and Composition or AP Literature and Composition test.  You are exempt from the ELM (math assessment) test if your SAT math reasoning test score or SAT subject test math score is 550 or above or your ACT math score is 23 or above or your AP test score in AP Calculus or AP Statistics is 3 or above.  You can take these tests at any Cal State campus.  The website at CSU East Bay is http://testing.csueastbay.edu/eptelm/eptelmwho.php and the SF State website to sign up for testing is http://www.sfsu.edu/~testing/eptelm.html .  You can also find practice materials and other helpful information at
 http://www.csumentor.edu/planning/high_school/ept.asp  and http://www.csumentor.edu/planning/high_school/elm.asp .

FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS

1. UC Irvine Stay-Over Program: Are you interested in checking out the college lifestyle? UC Irvine is giving students the opportunity to stay with a host at UC Irvine matched to them for gender and interests for one day and one night. The stay includes a tour, class attendance, and dining, as well other activities. Monday through Thursday nights are available from January 12 through March 3, but Spring quarter is reserved for seniors who have been admitted to UC Irvine. Cost is $25 and there are limited scholarships available. Applications should be submitted at least 3 weeks prior to intended visit. For more information, call 949-842-5167 or visit www.housing.uci.edu/sop . 

JUNIORS

*Free SAT Prep Class:  People’s Test Prep (PTPS) will conduct a free SAT/ACT prep class on Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:30 -5:30 beginning Feb. 7 in room D219 for Berkeley High School  juniors only.  

SCHOLARSHIPS – JUNIORS

Asian Pacific Fun Scholarship: Paying for college-related preparation can be expensive! This organization is trying to lighten students’ loads by offering $1,500 scholarships to 24 Filipino Bay Area high school juniors who have GPAs of 2.7 or higher. These scholarships can be used for a 40-hour SAT or ACT course, private college admissions counseling, or both. For the application form, visit www.fastweb.com, www.scholarships.com, or www.collegetoolkit.com.  Due February 21, 2010

SENIORS/JUNIORS/SOPHOMORES

1. California Dream Week (Green Design Contest): This is your chance to make a difference for a healthier planet, and let your creativity lead you to a world of fantasy and invention. Invent your own original and environmentally sustainable design for architecture or home interiors, transportation, or any product that encourages the use of other environmentally sustainable products. If you win, a well-known designer from another part of the globe will create a new design based on your specifications, but interpreted and perhaps re-elaborated according to his or her own cultural experiences from another part of the planet.  Your winning project with the professional designer's interpretation will be the showcase attraction for a major event week celebration in 2011. You will also win scholarship money for yourself, cash awards to help your school AND your project will be seen around the world. It might even be published in some really cool magazines. If
 the organizers decide to commercialize your project, you will be paid royalties! Project submission deadline is 12pm on March 4, 2011. For more information go to: http://www.californiadreamweek.com/

2. Free SAT/ACT Preparation Service: Berkeley High students now have access to a free online test preparation service. Students can access this service by logging in to www.berkeleyhigh.us  and then click "More" from the top navigation and select "Grockit".  They will then be directed through a few registration steps and into the site. Logins to www.berkeleyhigh.us are as follows:
username: full name (first + last)
password: Berkeley + student id

FOR ALL STUDENTS

1. Test Preparation Resource: The Berkeley Public Library has Learn a Test database, which provides free access to SAT practice tests and AP practice exams.  Students can take the tests and get them scored online.  The resource can be accessed by going to: http://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/services_and_resources/online_resources.php#education 

2. Youth for Understanding: American Overseas programs offer US high school students and recent graduates the opportunity to experience the world firsthand. Choose from over 100 programs in more than 30 countries to learn a new language and global perspective while on an academic year, academic semester, or summer program. The program offers scholarships to help make it affordable. In particular, the World Affairs Council of Northern California is pleased to offer up to three scholarships $4000 (for summer programs) or $4300 (for semester and academic year programs) to local high school students to study abroad through the Youth for Understanding program. Programs available are any YFU semester, year or summer program listed with a departure date in the summer or fall of 2011.  Scholarship winners are responsible for the remaining balance of the tuition costs. Open to high school students in Northern California. Students must hold a 3.0 grade point
 average or better on a 4.0 scale. Applicant's birth date must fall between September 1, 1992 and July 15, 1996. For more information and application go to http://yfuusa.org/scholarships/world-affairs-council-of-northern-california-42.php  

3. Girls Going Places Award Program is designed to reward enterprising and community minded girls, ages 12 to 18. Every year, prizes totaling $30,000 are granted to three top winners and 12 finalists to further their entrepreneurial pursuits or save for college. Applications are available in the College Center, D221, or at http://www.girlsgoingplaces.com/home  Deadline: February 28.

SCHOLARSHIPS:
For a more extensive list of scholarships go to the BHS website or moodle or come to the College Center and pick up a hard copy!

Asian Pacific Islanders for Professional and Community Advancement
This scholarship program grants awards of $1,800 to five college-bound students and awards of $1,500 to four college-bound students. Eligibility requirements for this scholarship include a minimum GPA of 3.00, ethnic or cultural background, and a plan to attend an accredited college or vocational school. Applicants must complete the application, write an original essay, and submit one letter of recommendation and high school transcripts. Visit http://www.apca-att.org/scholarship.html for more information and to download the application. Due March 1, 2011

For African-American high school seniors: Community NETwork Scholarship
This scholarship is in honor of Lewis Latimer, an African American inventor and draftsman who contributed to the invention of the telephone. To be eligible for this scholarship, which awards a minimum of $500, you must be an African American senior with a minimum GPA of 2.5 intending to attend a four-year accredited college, two-year community college, or an accredited business school. You will turn in an application including a personal essay, letter of recommendation, high school transcripts, and a photo of yourself. Finalists will be interviewed and will deliver a short oral presentation and are expected to be able to demonstrate knowledge about Lewis Latimer.
Pick up a copy of the application and more information about the scholarship in the College Career Center. Due March 4, 2011

2011 Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship and 2011 Shell Minority Scholarship
Are you thinking of majoring in geology, physics, or engineering at any of the following schools?  If so, you might want to check out these scholarship programs. These programs include $2,500 awards plus a possible four-year renewable award of $5,000 annually. Visit this link for more information and for applications: http://goo.gl/RFDek. Click on the “High School Seniors” tab. Colorado School of Mines
Cornell University
Florida A&M University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Louisiana State University – Baton Rouge
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Michigan State University
North Carolina A&T University
Ohio State University – Columbus
Pennsylvania State University – University Park
Prairie View A&M University
Purdue University – West Lafayette
Rice University
Stanford University
Texas A&M University – College Station
University of Colorado – Boulder
University of Houston – University Park
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
University of Oklahoma – Norman
University of Texas – Austin
University of Texas – El Paso

Due February 15, 2011.

Mahatma Rice/Univision Radio Scholarship Program – Mahatma Rice and Univision Radio are offering college-bound High School Seniors who reside and attend school in the Bay Area the opportunity to compete for five, two thousand dollar cash awards. To enter, students must complete an essay of 150 to 250 words.  For more information pick up an information brochure in the College Center or visit www.mahatmatrice.com/scholaship   Due date: February 15, 2011.

The Ivy and Pearls Scholarship – For high school seniors who reside in San Francisco Bay Area, are African/African American, have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above, be enrolled as a full-time student in a two or four-year college in Fall 2011, show recent community involvement.  Up to $5,000 in scholarships will be awarded.  Applications are available in College Career Center.  Due Date: March 15, 2011

Patrick Charnon Memorial Scholarship - Each $1,500 scholarship is awarded to full-time undergraduate students who have demonstrated their commitment to building communities. Applications are available in the College Career Center or online at  http://www.cesresources.org/apply.html  Deadline: March 31, 2011.

Kaiser Permanente Asian Association Scholarship – Open to graduating seniors of Asian descent who are planning on attending an accredited college, university, trade or technical school in fall 2011 and have a minimum GPA of 2.5.  Applications available in D221 and www.KPAAonline.org Four scholarships of $3,000 each will be awarded.  Deadline:  February 18.  

Cherry Blossom Festival Scholarship – Applicant must be a graduating senior of Japanese American descent with a grade point average minimum of 2.5 on a scale of 4.0.  Applicant should be actively involved in her or his community. Two winners will each receive $2,000.00 cash. Winners will participate in various Cherry Blossom Festival activities.  Applications are available in the College Career Center, D221.  Due Date: March 15, 2011

Tzu Chi Scholarship – Open to outstanding, college-bound high school seniors who have financial need and demonstrated community involvement. Each winner will be awarded $1,000.  Applications are available on the web at http://www.us.tzuchi.org or in the College Career Center, D221. Due Date: March 1, 2011

Templeton Press Scholarships – Applicants need to write an essay or compose a video response to excerpts from the book, New Threats to Freedom.  There are two chances to win: a short form contest and a long form contest. Scholarships are will be between $1,000 and 5,000.  Any student who intends to be enrolled in an American college or university by the start of the fall 2011 semester is eligible to enter. For rules and information go to: http://newthreatstofreedom.com/contests/  Due Date: March 31, 2011

Kiwanis Club Scholarship – Open to graduating seniors. Applicants will be considered who demonstrate academic ability, leadership and moral integrity, a commitment to serve their school and community, and the greatest incentive to continue development of their life goals. Income will not be a consideration. Deadline:  March 25.  Scholarships ranging between $2000 and 10,000 will be awarded.  Applications are available in the College Career Center, D221.  

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:  The Berkeley Public Library has acquired a new database of scholarships.  Anyone who has a Berkeley Public Library card can go to http://berkeleypubliclibrary.org/services_and_resources/online_resources.php   Tuition Funding Sources is listed in the Grants & Scholarships section. The database is also available from the online catalogs inside the public library locations, regardless of whether users have cards.

PDK Prospective Educator Scholarship – open to high school senior planning to major in education or undergraduate members of PDK who are enrolled in an education program at the college level.  Deadline:  March 1, 2011.  Applications available in D221 or at http://www.pdkintl.org/awards/prospective.

U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program will award forty $1,000.00 scholarships in a random drawing to high school seniors planning to enroll at an eligible four-year college or university participating in the U.S. Bank No Fee Education Loan Program by September 2011. To apply go to: http://www.usbank.com/cgi_w/cfm/studentloans/marketing.cfm  Deadline: March 31, 2011

*Berkeley Rotary Club Scholarships:  Open to students graduating from a high school in Berkeley who are academically qualified to complete a four year college degree but would be unable to attend without the scholarship.  Selection is based on financial need, academic potential, extracurricular activities, willingness to work during the summer. The scholarships provide an annual award ranging from 2,000 up to $5,000.  At least one scholarship of $5,000 per year for four years will be awarded.  To keep the application process as green as possible, the Rotary Club requests that students use the Word application on their website at http://www.clubrunner.ca/CPrg/DxProgramHome/programhome.aspx?cid=4632&pid=45266 and email it to Don at AlterConsulting.Net.  Paper applications are also available in the College Center (D221.) Application  Deadline:  April 14.  

*Morris and Juliet James Achievement Award – Open to Berkeley High seniors who have spent most of their school age years in the Berkeley Unified School District.  Awards will be based on hobbies, community service, home responsibilities, work experience, career goals, extracurricular activities and leadership experience.  $2,000 will be awarded to five applicants. Applications available in D221.  Deadline:  March 3.

WWW.COLLEGEWEEKLIVE.COM - this website will feature an online event on financial aid, grants, and scholarship opportunities on January 13, 2011 from 2pm to 9pm EST. Signing up is free. Students will be able to connect live online with financial aid experts and college financial aid officers.

SUMMER / INTERNSIHP OPPORTUNITIES
A complete list of summer opportunities can be picked up in the College Center D221.

1.  Oxbridge Academic Programs: Experience the learning environment in Cambridge, Oxford, Paris, Barcelona and Montpellier, France. They offer 65 different courses to choose from. For information, please visit www.oxbridgeprograms.com 

2. Student Conservation Association National Conservation Crew: Summer opportunity for students currently in high school, ages 15 to 19, and looking for tuition-free opportunities to serve planet earth. Successful applicants will contribute to sustaining the earth’s bountiful resources for two-five weeks during the summer. With a group of 6-8 students and two experienced leaders students will sleep under the stars and connect to the land in ways they never thought possible. For more information go to http://www.thesca.org/serve/national-crews 

3. Stanford Medical Youth Science Summer Program: 5-week summer residential program at Stanford open to economically disadvantaged and under-represented sophomore and junior high school students who are interested in science, health and medicine careers and are going to be the first in their family to attend college.  Applications available in D221 and at http://smysp.stanford.edu  Deadline:  February 15, 2011.

4.  The Arthritis Foundation is now accepting applications for their 2011 Summer Science Internship Program.  This program places 12 outstanding students in leading rheumatology/immunology laboratories at the University California, San Francisco and Stanford University. All applicants must have reached their 17th birthday by June 1, 2011. Deadline: Feb. 25. The 2011 Internship overview and application is available in the College Career Center or can be found the website: http://www.arthritis.org/media/chapters/nca/documents/SS_Overview_Applic_2011.pdf  

5. Summer Engineering Seminar (SES): The SES program is a five-day experience offering specially designed classes taught by Santa Clara University engineering faculty. Courses are presented as a mix of lecture and interactive laboratory work, spanning several fields of engineering. This program provides students with the opportunity to work together creatively to solve problems while learning what engineers can do to improve society.  It also gives them a taste of university life as they stay in residence halls, eat meals at campus and neighboring dining facilities and take part in fun afternoon and evening.  The program is free and students can apply online at: http://scu.edu/engineering/undergraduate/ses.cfm    Application Deadline: March 18. Program brochures are also available in the College Career Center.

6. Are you looking for an internship? Interested in politics/city planning.  The Jacquelyn McCormick Campaign of Berkeley City Council is looking for volunteers.  If you are interested contact Anna or Lara at 843-0318.

7. Academic Talent Development Program at UC Berkeley:  Open to students currently in grades 7-11. This is a 6-week session (June 20 – July 29) of challenging and stimulating classes is designed for both acceleration and enrichment.  Courses are available in a wide variety of subjects. Financial aid is available (application deadline March 2.) Application deadline is March 2 for new students and February 16 for returning students.  For more information go to http://atdp.berkeley.edu or call 510-642-8308.

8. UC Davis Young Scholar Program – This program offers summer research opportunities in the biological and natural sciences for 40 current sophomores and juniors.  Students live in the dorm from June 19-July 1 and work closely with university research faculty on individual projects.  For more information and application, go to http://ysp.ucdavis.edu .  Fee reductions are available for students based on need.  Application deadline:  March 31

9. Summer Math & Science Honors Academy (SMASH) – SMASH is a  free 5-week math & science summer program at UC Berkeley and Stanford, for high-potential, low-income under-represented students of color.  The program assists high-achieving high school students of color from underrepresented populations to become competitive and successful in science, technology, math and engineering studies at competitive colleges and universities.  For more information go to http://www.lpfi.org/education/smash.html  Students must register online by February 21, 2011 to be eligible for SMASH 2011.

*New or updated information

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