Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Summer Science Program - deadline November 5

The Virginia Aerospace Science and Technology Scholars (VASTS) program is an interactive on-line science, technology, engineering and mathematics learning experience highlighted by a seven-day residential summer academy at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton. Students selected to participate are immersed in NASA-related research through interaction with scientists, engineers and technologists.

Who can apply?

•Be a U.S. Citizen and Virginia resident
•Be currently in their junior year of high school and at least 16 years of age
•Have interest in or an aptitude for math, science, engineering, or technology
•Have a minimum GPA of 2.7
•Commit to a one-year relationship with VASTS, including a designated six-day residential Summer Academy experience
•Have access to email and the Internet (home, school, or public library)

http://vasts.spacegrant.org/about

Ferrum College Open House: November 13 & December 4

Here is an opportunity to find out more about the school and what they can offer your child!

Details at: http://www.ferrum.edu/admissions/visit.aspx

So many scholarships! Too many to post here...

Check out this week's announcements link on the CHS guidance page:

There are so many scholarships listed and even a $10,000 one for creating a greeting card.

http://www.shenandoah.k12.va.us/v.php?pg=316 then click on "Weekly Announcements"