Are you a high school sophomore, junior or senior who is looking for an exciting opportunity this summer? The Division of Neurology at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) will run its annual Neurology High School Scholars Program beginning this July.

The High School Scholars Program offers the opportunity for three high school students to complete a five-week paid internship ($1,000 stipend). The internship involves working closely with a neurologist on a basic science or clinical research project, and shadowing physicians in clinic. Work hours will be determined between the student and mentor based on project need. At the end of the five weeks, students will be expected to prepare a poster presentation outlining their project results.

The application is now open. In order to be considered for the summer program, your complete application must be received by March 1, 2019.  Please visit This Link for more information.  

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NC100BW-PA awards three scholarships each year to African-American women and young girls who are pursuing education. The scholarships are awarded annually during the Madam CJ Walker Awards Luncheon. DEADLINE EXTENSION – NOW DUE Thursday, February 14, 2019

Academic Requirements College Bound Graduating Senior, Current College Student, Continuing Education Adult

*Children and relatives of Coalition members are not eligible.*

Note: All applications and application materials must be RECEIVED BY by February 14, 2019.

Contact us via 33mcjw@gmail.com to request your 2019 Scholarship Award Application.

MAIL APPLICATION TO:

National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. – PA Chapter

Attn: 2019 Scholarship Application

PO Box 13108

Philadelphia, PA 19101

Published by the Writers Institute at Susquehanna University, the Apprentice Writer is one of the few national literary magazines dedicated exclusively to showcasing the creativity of high school students.  Printed once a year, the magazine is edited and designed by SU students and then distributed to over 3000 high schools across the nation.  It also features a popular web page, apprenticewriter.com. 
A monetary prize of $200 is given to those students that are awarded the title of the Most Outstanding Poetry or Most Outstanding Prose for this year's edition, and a $50 monetary prize is offered for those who are awarded the title of Runner-Up.
Our submission period runs through March 15th, 2019. For submission guidelines, the link is as follows:

http://www.apprenticewriter.com/submission-guidelines/

Submissions may be sent to the following link:

HTTP://TINYURL.COM/APPRENTICEWRITER2019

This is a wonderful opportunity for young writers to not only add to their resumes, but also to have the chance to be published early on in their academic careers.

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Penn State Brandywine has announcements for our STEM Options: Explore, Engage, and Discover programs for girls. 

Read on for announcements about upcoming deadlines, as well as registration information for our 9th grade STEM Options: Career Pathways for Girls workshop, and more!

UPDATED - STEM Options: Virtual Conversations and Connections

Female STEM faculty across Penn State Brandywine have volunteered to connect with your students during class time, during an after school club meeting, etc. Similar to the Skype a Scientist program, our faculty are willing to speak about science careers, their specific research and field experiences, their own journey as a woman in STEM, and other topics. We are willing to connect with entire classrooms, not just girls in STEM groups, as it is important for all students to "virtually" meet and connect with a female STEM professional. Visit our website and contact us to connect: http://bit.ly/psubwwomeninstemsp19 

NOW OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS - STEM Options: Writing Contest

We invite girls in grades 3 through 12 enrolled in schools in Chester County, Delaware County, and Philadelphia County to write an original story that connects to our contest theme, honoring the International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements (IYPT).  

Submission deadline: March 15, 2019 Visit our website to learn more: https://brandywine.psu.edu/stem-options/writing-contest 

 NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION - STEM Options: Career Pathways for Girls

Our one-day career exploration program for 9th grade girls is now accepting registrations. Visit our website to learn more about the program, the schedule, requirements for schools to bring their girls, bios from previous presenters, etc.

Website: https://brandywine.psu.edu/stem-options/career-pathways-for-girls

Lifeguarding offers skills such as responsibility and time management as well as an opportunity to earn some extra money while school is not in session. Being a lifeguard is a wonderful job for your students AND teachers! American Pool is one of the largest pool management companies in the area and operates over 100 facilities throughout Eastern Pennsylvania. We offer competitive wages, bi-weekly pay, and many bonus incentive programs. We also offer discounted training to all employees including lifeguard, CPR & AED certifications, all of which will aid in building a resume.We are looking forward to having a successful summer and we are confident that your students could be interested in accomplishing this goal.

 

Please visit https://americanpool.com/ or https://guardforlife.com/ more fore information.   

 

Looking for a job this summer?? Check out the link below 

 

https://www.phila.gov/services/working-jobs/find-a-job-or-internship/become-a-lifeguard/

Penn Medicine's Hospice offers two programs, Camp Erin Philadelphia and Grief Research:Rediscovering Family, Rediscovering Fun. 

 

Camp Erin is a free bereavement camp for youth who are grieving the death of a significant person in their lives.  Children and teens ages 6-17 attend a weekend camp experience that combines grief education and emotional support with fun, traditional camp activities.  Led by bereavement professionals and caring volunteers, campers are provided a safe environment to explore their grief, learn essential coping skills and make friends with peers who are also grieving. Camp takes place Friday, June 7 through Sunday June 9 in Montgomery County Pa.  Applications are accepted until all available spaces are filled.  it is recommended that families apply by March 1. For more information and to fill out an application, please visit www.pennmedicine.org/camperin  

 

Grief Research: Rediscovering Family, Rediscovering Fun is a program designed for families in their second and third years after a significant death.  There are workshops throughout the year that promote healing and building resilience as a family unit, through fun shared experiences.  For more information, please visit www.pennmedicine.org/griefreach 

 

Other 2019 Events Include: 

 

1/26- Painting for Hope 

4/13- Horsing Around 

7/20 Building to Learn 

9/21- Grilling for Sustenance

11/9- Magic Tricks for Coping 

Drexel University is proud to announce that they are offering application fee waivers via the Common Application to all Philadelphia High School students. Please visit https://drexel.edu/undergrad/apply/overview/ for details.

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 Jump Start Your Career in a Year!

 

Year Up Greater Philadelphia is currently recruiting for its February 2019 cohort!

 

Year Up is a one-year, intensive education and professional development program that provides young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, corporate internships with leading companies, a stipend, and the opportunity to access college credits loan free.  Whether your goal is to jumpstart your career in an in-demand industry or continue to pursue a college degree—Year Up is the next step that can give you options. 

We provide training in the following areas of study: Business Analytics, Financial Operations and Information Technology

 

Please contact us today to schedule a time to come in for an info session at one of our convenient times:

Info Sessions – Tuesdays at 2:00pm and Thursdays at 10:00am and 2:00pm

 

Fast-Track Saturday (complete 3 of 4 steps in 1 day!) - Saturday, December 8th

RSVP Here: Yes, I’d like to attend Fast-Track Saturday!

 

Can’t make it? Complete an Info Session Online

 

Application Deadline is January 28^th …. Don’t miss out! Contact us today to RSVP

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

• Does it cost to attend Year Up? Absolutely NOT—our program is FREE!
• What areas of study does Year Up offer? Business Analytics, Financial Operations, and Information Technology
• Can you work part-time and do Year Up? Absolutely—we have many students that work part-time while doing the program to supplement the stipend they receive from the program.
• How much can I earn after the program? The average starting salary for Year Up graduates is $40,000 a year.
• How long do info sessions last? Info sessions last about an hour
• Can I talk to someone if I have questions before attending an info session? Absolutely—we love to speak to prospective students. Give us a call at 215.384.4526 or 215.670.9108 to be connected

 

…for FREE – Submit an Interest Form Today!

 

 

QUESTIONS? Contact Ariel Peterson, Recruitment Specialist, at apeterson@yearup.org or 215.384.4526