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 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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 Take a moment and learn aboutCarolina’s signature summer programs,Project Uplift and Uplift PLUS.These enrichment programs enablehigh-achieving, current high school juniors to experiencecollege life on the Carolina campus.

• The application for Project Uplift: https://go.unc.edu/ProjectUplift is due by March 1 at 11:59pm EST. 
• There is not a separate application for Uplift PLUS; students can indicate your interest by answering additional essay questions on their Project Uplift Application.

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HackED 2021 PRESENTED BY AUDACITY LABS AND REV 
Please invite your students  to join Audacity Labs and Rev for a no-coding hackathon full of problem-solving, community, and fun! Students may register ASAP using this link: https://al-hack-ed.devpost.com/  Questions should be addressed to Quinci King <quinci@audacitylabs.org> 

• What: A free, virtual, no-code, ideation hackathon presented by Audacity Labs and Rev, in which students can generate a meaningful and innovative idea, learn from industry experts, and develop a concise pitch to present their solution.  Over the course of the two-day event, students will be provided a framework to leverage artificial intelligence technologies– utilizing Honeycode– to solve a problem within the Education sector. Students will work in teams to develop their solution and submit a proposal.
• Who: North Carolina High School Students 
• When: February 12-14, 2021 | 5 pm Est Start
• Where: Virtual! 
• Why:  Each participant receives a $10 Amazon gift card,  a Google Cardboard Headset and free food just for registering and participating! For each student you (a student) refer, you will earn an additional $5 of Amazon gift cards. Prizes include $1000 (first place), $500 (second place), $250 (third place). The top 5 teams will be invited to join Rev Accelerator for continued venture support.

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 DPSF YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL OPENINGS

The Durham Public Schools Foundation (DPSF) is excited to announce open recruitment for the DPSF Youth Advisory Council. All DPS students grades 8th through 12th grades are eligible to apply. The Youth Advisory council will give students experience to develop their leadership and learn about how to impact change in their schools and communities. Students who participate in the council will receive a $200 stipend for their time. Activities will remain virtual during the COVID-19 pandemic. The DPSF Youth Advisory Council has the following goals for this calendar year:

1) Plan and execute the second annual Durham Youth Equity Summit

2) Build a Youth to Youth COVID Support Program

3) Advocate for increased youth leadership and engagement in Durham Public Schools

We need your help in nominating students who would benefit from this opportunity, so please share the application widely. The application is due Monday, March 1st. Please contact Alyzia McAlmon with any questions you may have while completing this application (alyzia@bullcityschools.org).

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College Acceptances!!!

Camille Neal-Livingston College

Seanna Gamblin-UNCG

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Black History Month Spotlight

Dr. Shirley Jackson

Jackson is currently the president of the prestigious Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. 

She is a theoretical physicist and held senior leadership positions in academia, government, industry, and research.

She has a B.S. in Physics and a Ph.D. in Theoretical Elementary Particle Physics, both from MIT.

She is the first African American woman to receive a doctorate from MIT, and the first African American woman to serve as president at a top-ranked research university.

Jackson pioneered the technology that gave way to the Call Waiting and Caller ID phone features, the portable fax machine, and the touch tone telephone.

https://bit.ly/3rcsUxJ

 ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES 

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 Progra

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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A current list of NCworks Hot Job Vacancies and summer program opportunities will be posted on the Canvas Announcement page.

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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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Catawba College will have a virtual visit on Wednesday, February 17th at 11am.  This session is open to all high school students.  We are encouraging seniors to participate so they can learn more about the Catawba Promise Opportunity Scholarship. All seniors that complete an application (www.catawba.edu/apply) and apply for FAFSA could qualify. This scholarship would be an addition to any other grants, scholarships, or aid.

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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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SCS Gryphons please plan to join us this Wednesday at 10:00 during our Community Circle for a BLACK HISTORY LIVING MUSEUM.  Your classmates will share stories about legendary African Americans who have made historic contributions to our lives today.

You will not want to miss this opportunity to see history come alive.

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HackED 2021 PRESENTED BY AUDACITY LABS AND REV 
Please invite your students  to join Audacity Labs and Rev for a no-coding hackathon full of problem-solving, community, and fun! Students may register ASAP using this link: https://al-hack-ed.devpost.com/  Questions should be addressed to Quinci King <quinci@audacitylabs.org> 

• What: A free, virtual, no-code, ideation hackathon presented by Audacity Labs and Rev, in which students can generate a meaningful and innovative idea, learn from industry experts, and develop a concise pitch to present their solution.  Over the course of the two-day event, students will be provided a framework to leverage artificial intelligence technologies– utilizing Honeycode– to solve a problem within the Education sector. Students will work in teams to develop their solution and submit a proposal.
• Who: North Carolina High School Students 
• When: February 12-14, 2021 | 5 pm Est Start
• Where: Virtual! 
• Why:  Each participant receives a $10 Amazon gift card,  a Google Cardboard Headset and free food just for registering and participating! For each student you (a student) refer, you will earn an additional $5 of Amazon gift cards. Prizes include $1000 (first place), $500 (second place), $250 (third place). The top 5 teams will be invited to join Rev Accelerator for continued venture support.

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 DPSF YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL OPENINGS

The Durham Public Schools Foundation (DPSF) is excited to announce open recruitment for the DPSF Youth Advisory Council. All DPS students grades 8th through 12th grades are eligible to apply. The Youth Advisory council will give students experience to develop their leadership and learn about how to impact change in their schools and communities. Students who participate in the council will receive a $200 stipend for their time. Activities will remain virtual during the COVID-19 pandemic. The DPSF Youth Advisory Council has the following goals for this calendar year:

1) Plan and execute the second annual Durham Youth Equity Summit

2) Build a Youth to Youth COVID Support Program

3) Advocate for increased youth leadership and engagement in Durham Public Schools

We need your help in nominating students who would benefit from this opportunity, so please share the application widely. The application is due Monday, March 1st. Please contact Alyzia McAlmon with any questions you may have while completing this application (alyzia@bullcityschools.org).

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College Acceptances!!!

Camille Neal-Livingston College

Seanna Gamblin-UNCG

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Black History Month Spotlight

Dr. James West

In 1960, while working at Bell Laboratories, Dr. West teamed up with fellow scientist Gerhard M. Sessler to develop an inexpensive, highly sensitive, compact microphone. In 1962, they finished development on the product, which relied on their invention of electret transducers. By 1968, the electret microphone was in mass production. West’s and Sessler’s invention became the industry standard, and today, 90 percent of all contemporary microphones — including the ones found in telephones, tape recorders, camcorders, baby monitors and hearing aids — use their technology.

Please join us in welcoming National Inventors Hall of Fame inductee, Dr. James West, to our school TODAY to speak with our students! We’ll disc

https://www.biography.com/inventor/james-west

 ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES 

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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10th and 11th grade students our Durham Tech Liaison will hold Career and College Promise Program (CCP) information sessions starting this February.  The dates are listed below along with the registration link.  This information and more can be found on Mrs. Settle’s website under the Applying to College tab.  

*Wednesday February 17th from 1:00pm to 2:30pm

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Duke Research in Engineering Progra

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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A current list of NCworks Hot Job Vacancies and summer program opportunities will be posted on the Canvas Announcement page.

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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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Good Evening SCS Families. This is Ms. Price with your Weekly Message for the week of February 15. 

Tomorrow, Monday, February 15 is a Teacher Workday and a Remote Learning Day for students. Teachers may have left assignments for students in CANVAS. Students have been instructed to check CANVAS for all classes. Synchronous classes in Zoom will resume on Tuesday. 

All High School Students in grades 9– 12 please complete the High School Fee Waiver form. This is located in global announcements within Canvas.

Progress Reports will be available in PowerSchool February 22. Please ensure that you have communicated with your teachers and let us know if you have any questions regarding your assignments and/or grades. 

Gryphons, we continue our celebration of Black History Month and hope that you have found some events to enjoy. Remember to keep an eye on our SCS calendar for Zoom links to lectures, tours and exhibits that will enlighten you about some new facts and events. This calendar will be updated all month, so don’t miss out. Many of these events are accessible to the public and are held during the evenings, so we hope that you will enjoy these with your families. 

We are still collecting funds for one of our students and his family who lost all of their belongings in a devastating house fire. We would like to support them during this difficult time. The GoFundMe account is listed in this message email, my blog and social media.  https://gofund.me/93fe36f5

If you would prefer to donate directly to the school, please contact me and I will ensure that the funds get to the family. Thank you in advance for your support. 

Please be sure to join us for our General PTSA meeting Thursday, February 18 at 6:30 p.m. We will post the Zoom Link in the Global Announcements in Canvas. 

Have a good evening from all of us at SCS where we practice the 4 C’s – Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, and Community.

Monday, February 15 is a Teacher Workday and Remote Learning Day. Students, check Canvas for any assignments that your teachers have left for you. 

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Durham Participatory Budgeting Office Seeks Your Input:

Participatory Budgeting (PB) Durham seeks your input on how to spend $1 million on grants for Durham-based nonprofit / community organizations serving communities affected by #COVID19. The survey is now available until February 14th inEnglish and Spanish to rank your funding priority areas! IMPORTANT: At the bottom of the survey, we ask that all students use the same email address (student@dpsnc.net) to allow the PB office to separate DPS student responses from the remainder of the community.

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Catawba College will have a virtual visit on Wednesday, February 17th at 11am.  This session is open to all high school students.  We are encouraging seniors to participate so they can learn more about the Catawba Promise Opportunity Scholarship. All seniors that complete an application (www.catawba.edu/apply) and apply for FAFSA could qualify. This scholarship would be an addition to any other grants, scholarships, or aid.

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Affordable Student Housing in Durham for graduating seniors who plan to attend Durham Tech, NCCU, Duke

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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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Did you miss picking up your school supply pack and science kit last Saturday??? No worries…we’re doing it again! Saturday, February 13, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Stop by to see us in the front carpool parking lot!

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As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, let us consider the history made by inventors.  JAMES WEST is just one of the American inventors who have made life easier for everyone.  He holds over 250 foreign and U.S. patents for the production and design of microphones; including the ones found in our cellphones, laptops, baby monitors and hearing aids.  As a young boy he was always interested in how things worked.  That curiosity led him to study and work in laboratories to contribute to many innovations in the way we communicate.

Next Tuesday starting at 10:45 a.m. during 4^th  period, please plan to welcome DR. JAMES WEST to SCS and be inspired by the knowledge of his inventions.

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Black History Month Spotlight

Marie Van Brittan Brown

Did you know that the first home security system was invented by a Black nurse? Although she was a full-time nurse, she recognized the security threats to her home and devised a system that would alert her of strangers at her door and contact relevant authorities as quickly as possible.

Her original invention consisted of peepholes, a camera, monitors, and a two-way microphone. The finishing touch was an alarm button that, when pressed, would immediately contact the police. Her patent laid the groundwork for the modern closed-circuit television system that is widely used for surveillance, home security systems, push-button alarm triggers, crime prevention, and traffic monitoring.

https://bit.ly/2MbRP61

 ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES 

The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) has joined with The American Chemistry Council (ACC), The Chemours Company and HBCU Week Foundation to establish the chemical industry’s first collaborative equity, diversity and inclusion initiative aimed at creating pathways for more underrepresented groups to enter and succeed in the chemical industry.

The FOSSI offers 4-year scholarships of 10K per year and will provide internship opportunities, facilitate mentoring and leadership training. With a first-year goal of funding 150 scholars, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

The application process closes on February 15^th.

For more information and to apply for a FOSSI Scholarship, please go to www.AIChE.org/FOSSI or www.HBCUWeek.org.  

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10th and 11th grade students our Durham Tech Liaison will hold Career and College Promise Program (CCP) information sessions starting this February.  The dates are listed below along with the registration link.  This information and more can be found on Mrs. Settle’s website under the Applying to College tab.  

*Friday February 12th from 11:00am to 12:30pm

*Saturday February 13th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

*Wednesday February 17th from 1:00pm to 2:30pm

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Duke Research in Engineering Progra

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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A current list of NCworks Hot Job Vacancies and summer program opportunities will be posted on the Canvas Announcement page.

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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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College Board is hosting our first-ever series of virtual college fairs called BigFuture™ Days. Sophomores and juniors can sign up for a chance to connect directly with college admissions representatives and current college students. They’ll have a chance to explore colleges in a way that’s not overwhelming, ask questions about topics they want to learn about, and take action on key college planning steps. Please register at cb.org/bigfuturedays.  You can find the dates on Mrs. Settle’s website.

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Assistance League of the Triangle Area gives scholarships ranging from $1000-$7,000, toward tuition to both 4-year universities and community colleges in North Carolina, and students can reapply each year that they are enrolled.  Here is a link to the guidelines:

Scholarship Application Requirements

And here is a link to the scholarship page on our website that has the application.

Scholarships Application System

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The Career Technical Education Department is recruiting juniors and seniors to apply for the Scholars-At-Work program by February 12. Eligible students will be placed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Interested students need to  apply as soon as possible. They will receive a $50 stipend.  The attached flyer will provide key details.

Scholars-At-Work 2021

March 29-31

This year’s Scholars-At-Work program is a virtual workplace experience during the first three days of traditional Spring Break. Groups of students are matched to local companies and take part in career exploration activities such as work simulations, discussions with industry professionals, virtual tours, and a group project. This is a great way to explore careers and build your professional resume! The daily schedule is from 10am-3pm. Students who successfully complete the program will receive a $50 stipend.

To be eligible, students must:

• Be a junior or senior
• Attend a school operating on the traditional calendar (with Spring Break the week of March 29)
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States

Apply by February 12 at [bit.ly/scholarsatwork2021]bit.ly/scholarsatwork2021. Students will be placed on a first-come, first-serve basis, so apply right away!

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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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Good Evening SCS 8th Grade Families, 

I am calling this evening to remind you about an incredible opportunity Monday, February 15. DPS is hosting an AP (Advanced Placement) Information Session for rising 9th graders Monday from 6:15–7:30. This event is for ALL rising 9th grade students. You’ll hear information about why you should take AP courses in high school and you’ll have time to talk with individual high schools (including us) about AP programs and DPS Content Specialists about four-year pathways. We’d like all students and families to receive this information so you can make informed decisions when selecting courses for next year and beyond! The schedule & registration information are posted in the robo email and will be available on my blog. 

Have a good evening. 

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Dear Students and Family Members,

We are looking forward to the district AP Information Session for rising 9^th graders on Monday, February 15, 2021.  

From the agenda below, you can see that much information will be shared about AP Courses in general, as well as specific information from high schools.

Agenda

6:15 – 6:50    “Why Take AP Courses?”

Overview from current and former AP students, AP teachers, and DPS district staff

 6: 50 – 7:10    Breakout Room Session One 

Opportunity to talk with individual high schools about their AP program or DPS Content Specialists on four-year pathways for academic subjects

7:10 – 7:30      Breakout Room Session Two  

Opportunity to talk with individual high schools about their AP program or DPS Content Specialists on four-year pathways for academic subjects

Families may choose to stay in the same breakout room to continue conversations.

Again, we are looking forward to a wonderful evening addressing the questions you submitted during the registration process.

Monday Night Zoom Link

Join Meeting

Registration

To share the registration process with a neighbor or friend, please visit  https://forms.gle/yGG68noXNJVYEEHq6

Sincerely,

Laura Parrott

Director, Advanced Academics

Durham Public Schools

Durham, North Carolina 27702

Estimados estudiantes y familiares,

Estamos esperando ansiosamente la sesión informativa del distrito sobre los cursos de nivel avanzado (AP por sus siglas en inglés) para los estudiantes de 9no grado, el lunes 15 de febrero de 2021.   De acuerdo con la agenda que se encuentra a continuación, ustedes pueden ver que se compartirá mucha información general sobre los cursos de nivel avanzado (AP), así como información específica de las escuelas preparatorias.

Programa:

6:15 – 6:50: “¿Por qué tomar cursos de nivel avanzado (AP)?

Panorama general de los estudiantes actuales y de los exestudiantes de nivel avanzado, de los maestros/as de nivel avanzado y el personal del distrito de DPS. 

 6: 50 a 7:10 Primera sesión en la sala de reuniones (Breakout Room).

Oportunidad para hablar con las diferentes escuelas preparatorias individualmente sobre el programa de nivel avanzado (AP) o con los especialistas de nivel avanzado de DPS sobre la trayectoria académica de cursos avanzados en cuatro años.

7:10 a 7:30 Segunda sesión en la sala de reuniones (Breakout Room).  

Oportunidad para hablar con las diferentes escuelas preparatorias individualmente sobre el programa de nivel avanzado (AP) o con los especialistas de nivel avanzado de DPS sobre la trayectoria académica de cursos avanzados en cuatro años.

Las familias pueden optar por permanecer en la misma sala de reunión para continuar las conversaciones.

Una vez más, esperamos una noche maravillosa para abordar las preguntas que usted hizo durante el proceso de inscripción.

Enlace de Zoom de la reunión del lunes por la noche.

Para compartir el proceso de inscripción con un vecino o amigo, por favor visite: https://forms.gle/yGG68noXNJVYEEHq6

Sinceramente,  

Laura

Laura L Parrott 

Director, Advanced Academics

PO Box 30002  | 511 Cleveland St. 

Durham, North Carolina 27702

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O: 919-560-2376 Ext. 21303

C: 919-886-1442

Laura_Parrott@dpsnc.net

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