BIOGEN-MIT BIOTECH IN ACTION VIRTUAL SUMMER LAB 2021
The Biogen Community Lab and Lemelson-MIT group are hosting a 2-week long Biotech in Action free virtual summer lab program for high school students. Applications close on March 11th. Visit the website for program details and application. Questions? Contact: rtpcommunitylab@biogen.com
• Session I: June 21 – July 2
• Session II: July 12- July 23
• Session III: July 26 – August 6
• Session IV: August 9 – August 20
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Career Conversations: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
Wednesday March 17 from 11:00-11:45am
Join us for an invigorating panel of Duke undergraduate students who will be discussing their college and career paths in STEM through the lens of environmental science. This panel is relevant to DPS students interested in careers in science (including biology and chemistry), as well as technology and engineering as they relate to protection of oceans and other natural resources. Please register in advance at this link.
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The opening celebration of Women’s History Month with our young lady Gryphons was full of awe and excitement – but NO SURPRISES. Here at SCS we have lots of creativity, talent and potential for future history makers. In fact, the whole month will be full of inspiring presentations. Please plan now to join next week’s Community Circle when our WOMEN LEADERS AT SCS will share their creativity and messages of hope and encouragement.
SCS WOMEN PLEASE CONTACT MS. KELLER AND LET HER KNOW WHAT YOUR CONRIBUTION WILL BE TO NEXT WEEK’S COMMUNITY CIRCLE.
Women’s History Month is a time for EVERYONE to recognize and celebrate the wonderful contributions of all women, then and now. We look forward to seeing you all.
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Women’s History Month Spotlight
Kamala Devi Harris is the first woman and first woman of color to hold the position of Vice President of the United States of America. Prior to being sworn in by Justice Sonia Sotomayor on January 20, 2021, Harris became the first African American to represent California in the United States Senate. Her political journey has also included holding the positions of California Attorney General, San Francisco District Attorney, and Deputy District Attorney. Harris attended Howard University and the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, earning her Juris Doctorate in 1989. As a toddler, Harris was brought to civil rights demonstrations. Her mother emigrated from India and was a renowned breast-cancer researcher and her father Donald was an Economic Professor at Stanford University. Harris’s mother maintained ties to her Indian heritage by raising Kamala and her sister Maya with Hindu beliefs. When attending high school in Montreal, Quebec, Harris learned French and discovered her own political instincts when she organized a protest against a building owner who wouldn’t allow neighborhood kids to play on the lawn!
- The Top 3 Kahoot Winners for TODAY!
1st Place – Coach Gaffney
2nd Place – CHASE
3rd Place – Biene
ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES
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Established in 2011, the Lawrence and Artelia Perry Scholarship Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing scholarships for students at Bennett College, Livingstone College, and North Carolina Central University. The Fund seeks to assist students who are attending or will attend either of these three schools with expenses related to their college experience on the basis of merit and need. If you are a graduate (or upcoming 2020 graduate) of any Durham, NC public school (including charter schools funded by the State of North Carolina) you are eligible to apply for a scholarship from this Scholarship Fund. The deadline for applications is Friday, April 16, 2021. For application information please contact Mrs. Settle
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The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) is a national association of energy professionals founded and dedicated to ensuring African Americans and other minorities have an input in the energy industry. Through its Scholarship Program, AABE seeks to help increase the number of African Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans (underrepresented minorities) in energy related fields. By doing so, we help our nation address a critical need and a challenge to our future economic vitality in the world market.
The NC Chapter of AABE will award a $1,000 scholarship to high school seniors with a proven strong academic performance. Scholarship recipients may be nominated to the National Scholarship Committee for consideration of the regional and national awards. The NC Chapter of AABE is seeking your help to share the scholarship application link below to high school students who plan to major in business, one of the physical sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics field.
Please visit https://scholarship.aabe.org/ to access the online application and submit by March 7, 2021.
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DUKE UNIVERSITY NEUROSCIENCE EXPERIENCE FOR RISING JUNIORS AND SENIORS
The Duke University Neuroscience Experience (DUNE) is an 8-week summer research program for rising high school juniors and seniors in the Research Triangle area. Our mission is to make science more accessible to outstanding students from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to foster a dynamic and creative scientific community. Students will be matched with participating labs based on research interests and will have an opportunity to participate in real, ongoing research under the mentorship of volunteer graduate students and/or postdoctoral fellows within the Neurobiology and Psychology & Neuroscience departments. In addition to research experience students will also participate in professional development activities including college advising, scientific communication workshops, and career sessions. The program is a full-time commitment and will come with a $2460 stipend. In addition, since we will be completely virtual this year we will be providing each student with a computer to facilitate participation. Applications will be accepted through 3/26/21. Additional information including application details can be found on our website at https://dibs.duke.edu/dune . If you have any further questions email at duneprogram@duke.edu.
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ALPHA THETA CHAPTER
ETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC., DURHAM, NC
Criteria for Scholarship
For Students with Special Needs
Submit documentation indicating enrollment and/or acceptance in an accredited college, university or post-secondary career school.
1. Submit two (2) sealed letters of recommendation: one must be from the school on letterhead and signed by a teacher, counselor, principal, advisor, or department chair.
2. Submit signed documentation from the leader of the organization/program verifying community service/volunteer service.
3. Submit signed documentation from the leader indicating participation in extracurricular activities such as drama, sports, etc.
4. Submit the signed parental consent form verifying the presence of an intellectual or learning disability.
5. Submit a typed paragraph (200-250 words) regarding future educational goals and objectives and how this scholarship will help to support those goals.
6. Submit official transcript with school seal verifying at least an unweighted GPA of 2.5.
7. Submit documents verifying memberships, activities, and honors.
8. Submit a 3×5 inch photo which may be used for Sorority and media publications.
9. Submit completed application packet to the local chapter before April 30, 2021
10. Local chapter submit completed application packets by April 30, 2021 to:
Marilyn Cash , Scholarship Committee Chair
Alpha Theta Chapter
PO Box 11992
Durham, NC 27703
919-213-6038 Google Voice
**Please find all information that you need to apply on Ms. Settle’s website!
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The Eta Beta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. in Durham North Carolina presents its Annual Scholarship. Please distribute this scholarship opportunity to graduating seniors. Awards range from $500-$1,000. Apply at: https://forms.gle/w56Yc175GpAqkzgc9
Please complete the online application (link above) AND submit the following additional documents to scholarships@zphibdurhamnc.org no later than March 26, 2021.
• Applicants are required to submit a high school transcript.
• Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation.
• Applicants are required to submit an essay (instructions are below).
Essay instructions: Applicants are required to submit a typed narrative essay explaining “why are you deserving of this scholarship and how will this scholarship assist you in achieving your goals.” The essay is an important part of the selection process. Essay must be double-spaced, 12 point, Times New Roman font, 1 page maximum, and one-inch margin on all sides.
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Duke Research in Engineering Program
DukeREP is a 7-week summer research program for rising juniors and seniors. This year it will be held virtually. Students will learn about research concepts and remotely engage in experiments.
Program Goals:
• Gain exposure to academic research
• Learn experimental design and data analysis
• Explore careers in science and engineering
• Prepare for college applications
Program Information:
• Program Dates: June 14th, 2021 to July 30th, 2021
• Students will participate weekdays from 9 am to 2 pm
• No cost to apply or attend
• Students will compose a final research report and presentation
• Students will workshop their college essays and resume
• Students will attend talks by professors and graduate students
Application Information: Apply at: sites.duke.edu/dukeREP
• Application opens: January 25th, 2021
• Application deadline: March 25th, 2021
• Decision notification: Mid-April
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UNC-Chapel Hill is offering a paid opportunity for Summer of 2021 with the Internship in Science and Health Training and Research (ISHTaR) for students interested in working with research teams with the Department of Emergency Medicine, shadowing physicians and nurses across the hospital, as well as shadowing EMS providers. This opportunity is currently a virtual internship. If you are interested, please contact Mrs. Settle for application information. Applications are due by March 12, 2021.
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Students, we want to recognize you!!! We know you’re doing some incredible things outside of school, so let us give you the shout out you deserve. Send an email to scs.maindesk@dpsnc.net and tell us what aMazing things you’re doing out there!
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The NC School of Science and Math has posted its open enrollment course offerings for 2021-22. These classes are free and virtual classes. Note that AP Macroeconomics and AP Microeconomics will be offered asynchronously. All other courses are synchronous. For more information visit https://www.ncssm.edu/openenrollment or reach out to Camilla Brothers camilla.brothers@ncssm.edu.
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