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SENIOR BULLETIN #16 - April 30, 2008

COLLEGE GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING

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Maureen Ferrell

ferrelm@cps-k12.org 363-8475

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Linda Grayman

graymal@cps-k12.org 363-8488

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GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

**THE KENTUCKY ETA CHAPTER OF SIGMA PHI EPSILON FRATERNITY is offering three Balanced Man Scholarships, one totaling $1,000 and two totaling $500 to the outstanding freshman males entering Northern Kentucky University next year.  Students applying for the Balanced Man Scholarships are in no way obligated to join Sigma Phi Epsilon to be eligible for the scholarships.  Deadline: June 1, 2008. G.O.

 

**GREATER CINCINNATI CHAPTER OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

$500.00 scholarship to seniors from Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky planning to attend Indiana University, Bloomington in the Fall of 2008.  The scholarship is based on scholastic scores and honors, school activities, civic participation, attitude, and leadership.  Deadline: May 15, 2008. G.O.

 

**TOM MOONEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

$2,000 scholarship for a senior who plans to pursue a degree in education, history, labor studies or political science.  The applicant must be the child of a member (in good standing) of the Ohio Federation of Teachers or the child of any staff person who is employed by OFT or its locals.  To download a copy of the Scholarship application and guidelines, visit www.oft-aft.org.  Deadline: May 15, 2008.

 

THE WILLIAM K. SCHUBERT, MD, SCHOLARSHIP is awarded by Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center to assist with tuition and fees for individuals who are preparing to be pediatric registered nurses that provide direct patient care.  

Criteria

-         Student should be a member of one of the underrepresented groups in the registered nursing profession.

-         Student must be enrolled or accepted in a professional registered nurse program at an accredited school of nursing on a full-time or part-time basis.

-         Student must be seeking initial licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Ohio.

-         Student must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75.

-         If the student is a current Cincinnati Children’s employee, he/she must NOT be eligible for benefits under the Medical Center’s Tuition reimbursement policy.              

To learn more, and apply, visit the web site at www.cincinnatichildrens.com/diversity and click on William K. Schubert Scholarship Program.  Deadline:  May 15.  

 

 

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

 

 

NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY JOURNALISM IN THE DIGITAL AGE SUMMER CAMP

A weeklong day camp (June 16-20, 2008 from 9 am to 4 pm) devoted to online journalism for high school students interested in media of the future.  Registration is limited.  Some financial aid is available.  E-mail journalism@nku.edu or visit the website: http://journalism.nku.edu/summercamp.

  

TUTORING

  

CHEMISTRY TUTOR

- Grade 11 home schooled student needs help with work 

- Weekly…pays $25.00 cash

- Arrangements for time that is best for you

- Cheviot area

- Call 661-0150 home or 497-5797 cell

 

 

VOLUNTEERING

 

 

**THE CHRIST HOSPITAL summer junior volunteer program is accepting applications. 

Criteria:  must be at least 16 years old, enjoys working with senior adults, reliable and self-motivated.  Deadline: May 24.  G.O.

 

CINCINNATI FLYING PIG MARATHON is looking for energetic and responsible young volunteers to serve as course monitors and timers in the Walnut Hills/Hyde Park for the marathon on Sunday morning, May 4.  If interested please visit the Pig’s website, www.flyingpigmarathon.com and sign up as a volunteer.

 

NORTH AVONDALE MONTESSORI (NAM) is looking for volunteers to play with kids on Saturday, May 17, 2008 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.  NAM is moving to a swing space so parents will be packing on this date.  Event is at NAM.  Please contact Jamie at donalja@cps-k12.org or (513) 363-3900 to volunteer.  

 

 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

 

 

CINCINNATI ZOO

Sodexo, the Cincinnati Zoo’s foodservice provider, is currently seeking applicants for summer employment.  If you are a customer service oriented, enthusiastic individual who is looking for a flexible schedule and a fun working environment please apply now.  To apply go to www.cincyzoo.org.  Click on the visitor guide tab at the top.  Then click on the career opportunities tab on the left side of the page and scroll through the jobs until you come to Sodexo.  Follow the directions and submit the application.    

 

ARTWORKS

ArtWorks is currently looking for talented teens ages 14-19 to work in its annual summer job program in the arts.  Jobs may be available in the visual, literary, and performing arts.  This is a 6-week job program and if hired, teens earn $7.00/hour.  Download applications at www.artworkscincinnati.org.

 

KINGS ISLAND NOW HIRING!

Apply online at visitkingsisland.com.  Call for more info: (513) 754-5748.

JUNIOR OPPORTUNITIES

 

**CINCINNATI RECREATION COMMISSION

Train now to be a CRC lifeguard or sign up for Swim Stroke Clinics to improve your swimming ability.  If you have any questions about the Lifeguard Training program or Swim Stroke Clinics call 357-7665. 

 

**THE CHRIST HOSPITAL summer junior volunteer program is accepting applications. 

Criteria:  must be at least 16 years old, enjoys working with senior adults, reliable and self-motivated.  Deadline: May 24.  G.O.

 

**THE DUKE, GEORGETOWN, HARVARD, PENN AND STANFORD ADMISSIONS STAFFS will host a student/parent information session in Cincinnati on:

Sunday, May 11, 7:30 pm

The Westin Cincinnati

21 East 5th Street

Cincinnati, OH 45202

(513) 621-7700

 

**CINCINNATI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL’S POSTPONING SEXUAL INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM (PSI) is accepting applications for PSI Teen Leader positions for the 2008-09 school-year.  Students must be current ninth, tenth and eleventh grade students.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline: May 15.

 

AMERICAN RED CROSS LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CENTER (LDC)

LDC is a four-day, three-night leadership training program (July 17-20, 2008) held at Thomas More College for teens ages 13-18 and facilitated by teen counselors.  LDC is structured to (1) help youth recognize their leadership potential and encourage them to act on it, (2) network with other teens, (3) appreciate the strengths of diversity and (4) have fun!  Visit www.cincinnatiredcross.org to download an application.  Deadline: May 5, 2008.

 

CINCINNATI FLYING PIG MARATHON is looking for energetic and responsible young volunteers to serve as course monitors and timers in the Walnut Hills/Hyde Park area for the marathon on Sunday morning, May 4.  If interested please visit the Pig’s website, www.flyingpigmarathon.com and sign up as a volunteer.

 

CHEMISTRY TUTOR

- Grade 11 home schooled student needs help with work 

- Weekly…pays $25.00 cash

- Arrangements for time that is best for you

- Cheviot area

- Call 661-0150 home or 497-5797 cell

 

NORTH AVONDALE MONTESSORI (NAM) is looking for volunteers to play with kids on Saturday, May 17, 2008 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.  NAM is moving to a swing space so parents will be packing on this date.  Event is at NAM.  Please contact Jamie at donalja@cps-k12.org or (513) 363-3900 to volunteer.  

 

OHIO UNIVERSITY – THE JUNIOR EXECUTIVE BURSINESS PROGRAM FOR DIVERSE STUDENTS

The week long program is geared toward high-achieving African-American, Hispanic and Native American high school juniors who are interested in exploring the business field and experiencing college life on the campus of Ohio University.  Basic requirements for being considered are: class rank of top 30% or higher, GPA of 3.0 or higher, enrolled in advanced placement.  Deadline:  May 5, 2008.  G.O.

 

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU STUDENTS OF INTEGRITY SCHOLARSHIP

The BBB Foundation will award up to five $1,000 scholarships to students who demonstrate an understanding of the impact of ethical choices.  Scholarship money is awarded for post-secondary education expenses at any accredited University, College (including community colleges), or Vocational Training institutions. 

Eligibility:

Applications and essays will be accepted only from high school students who are currently Juniors and who will be Seniors in the 2008 - 2009 academic year.  Judging will be based solely upon the content of the essay.  All entries must be received no later than noon, Monday, May 19, 2008.  Visit www.cincinnati.bbb.org/student to download the application.

 

NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY JOURNALISM IN THE DIGITAL AGE SUMMER CAMP

A weeklong day camp (June 16-20, 2008 from 9 am to 4 pm) devoted to online journalism for high school students interested in media of the future.  Registration is limited.  Some financial aid is available.  E-mail journalism@nku.edu or visit the website: http://journalism.nku.edu/summercamp.

 

THE CINCINNATI BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU

2008 Students of Integrity Scholarship – The BBB Foundation will award up to five $1,000 scholarships to current juniors who will be graduating from high school in the 2008-2009 academic year.  Candidates for this award will be judged solely on how their essay displays their firm understanding and commitment to ethics.  This is not an academic scholarship.  Along with the essay, students will need to provide at least one written reference from an adult to attest to the student’s commitment to integrity.  Example: pastor, family member, teacher, etc.  Application deadline: May 19. G.O.

 

CINCINNATI ZOO

Sodexo, the Cincinnati Zoo’s foodservice provider, is currently seeking applicants for summer employment.  If you are a customer service oriented, enthusiastic individual who is looking for a flexible schedule and a fun working environment please apply now.  To apply go to www.cincyzoo.org.  Click on the visitor guide tab at the top.  Then click on the career opportunities tab on the left side of the page and scroll through the jobs until you come to Sodexo.  Follow the directions and submit the application.   

 

ARTWORKS

ArtWorks is currently looking for talented teens ages 14-19 to work in its annual summer job program in the arts.  Jobs may be available in the visual, literary, and performing arts.  This is a 6-week job program and if hired, teens earn $7.00/hour.  Download applications at www.artworkscincinnati.org.

 

KINGS ISLAND NOW HIRING!

Apply online at visitkingsisland.com.  Call for more info: (513) 754-5748.