Colorado University Upward Bound Program

Colorado University Upward Bound Program part of the Federal TRIO program provides a summer opportunity for Native American students who are from disadvantaged backgrounds.  This is a 6 week residential program which enhances and supports students' academic success. 

Eligibility requirements

-Enrolled in grade 9-11 and reside in one of the 13 targeted communities and attend one of the targeted high schools. 

-A potential first generation college student

-And/or meet federal low income guidelines


If you have any students who might meet the requirements please encourage them to apply. 


Students who are accepted are able to return each summer before graduation.  Lessons are completed throughout the school year and students received a $20 stipend each month for completed lessons. 

NC State Engineering Camp

This week long residential camp is for rising 11th and 12th graders who are interested in engineering. 

Students can choose one of eight workshops offered within the various engineering departments. 

     Look Up-Way Up-Aerospace Engineering
  
     Autonomous Robotics-Electrical Engineering                                    
     Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

     Environmental Engineering

     The Multifaceted World of Civil Engineering

     There Must be an App for That! Computer Science

     All About Systems!-Industrial Engineering

     Engineering Better Stuff with Material Science

Cost of camp rangings from $675-$775.  Financial aid is available to those who demonstrate need. 

Applications and all required documents are due by April 1, 2012. 

Eastern 4H Summer Camp

Old fashioned summer camp with a modern climate controlled cabin twist.  This waterfront camp site is great for those memorable summer experiences along with those campfire gatherings. There are different session for all age groups. 

Regular Summer Camp sessions are for ages 8-12.

CloverBud Camp is for ages 5-8.

Marine Science and Sailing Camp is for ages 12-17.

Camp CanvasBack is for the young hunters age 12-17.

Camp Cost is $460 per week, with the CloverBud camp at $300 per week. 

*This 4H Camp is not limited to 4H members. 

If you enjoy nature, this beautiful location near Outer Banks NC is the perfect place for your child to experience team building skills, meet new friends, and have the time of their lives.  While your child is attending camp, vacation for a week at the breathtaking area of Outer Banks.  Visit the seashore, light houses and the famous wild horses. 

NASA

NASA offers a summer program for rising seniors through their LARSS Bridge Program.  This opportunity is very competitive, therefore the eligibility requirements are very steep. 

Students must be:
    - US citizen
     -Enrolled in high school as a rising senior
     -GPA of 3.5 or higher
     -Participated in a NASA related program with at least 40 hrs. 
       (Qualified programs are listed on website)

A stipend is received with participation. 


Please use link for application and more information. 

UNC Charlotte Camps on Campus

UNC Charlotte offers great summer camps for students in grades 1-12.  Students have the opportunity to join researchers, scientists, educators, writers and actors in what UNC Charlotte describes as a creative atmosphere. 

Participants have the option of day camp for those who live near the UNC Charlotte campus; the 2nd option is overnight for those campers who want to stay on campus.  The youngest overnighters are usually rising 5th graders.  Cost for day camp for the week is $230-250 and the overnight cost is $475.  A non-refundable deposit of $50 will hold your child's spot, with the remaining balance due two weeks before camp begins. 

Camps on Campus is a great learning experience for students and it gives them an opportunity to prepare for campus life.  There is a wide variety of camp choices; use the links below to explore your camp options. 

Cool School Grade 1-3

Camps Grade 4-12

Aspire! for the College Bound Grade 11-12

                                                                                                                

**Be aware that some of the most popular camps fill up quickly. 


Note:  In our county, our Indian Education Department will pay up to $300 each year for Native American Students to take advantage of these type opportunities. 

Summer Transportation Institute

 

Summer Transportation Institute is a program available to rising juniors and seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA.  It is designed to create awareness and opportunities regarding careers available in the transportation industry.  STI is a non-residential 5-week program at the University of NC at Pembroke, offered through UNCP's Regional Center.  This program is funded by the Federal Highway Administration and the NC Department of Transportation. 

This program will consist of workshops, presenters, and fieldtrips which will allow students to explore transportation industry careers.  A Washington DC trip is scheduled the 5th week and on the last day students will participant in a presentation of their experiences for family and friends.  In addition, students will receive a stipend in the amount of $125.00 per week. 

Please use the following link to access an application.  2012 Applications are not available at this time but should be posted by May, 2012; and will be due in June 2012.  

http://www.uncp.edu/rc/youth/sti/index.htm

A & T Research Apprenticeship Program (RAP)

NC A & T University in Greensboro, NC offers a 4 week residential summer opportunity to high school rising juniors and seniors through their School of Agriculture and Environmental Science Dept.  Students must have at least a 2.5 GPA and rank in the 25th percentile of their class.  Students will earn a stipend of $1000.00 at the end of the completed program. 

Please use the link below to access the 2012 RAP application. 
http://www.ag.ncat.edu/summer/rap/default.html

Back In The Saddle Again

It has been quite some time since I have visited this blogging site.  I am no longer in the classroom, my role now is the Career Development Coordinator and Special Populations Coordinator.  I have found a wonderful Dr. who specializes in alternative medication and he discovered that my fibromyalgia was a symptom of the real problem which is adrenal fatigue.  It has almost been one year since this diagnosis and I have made a 75% recovery; and my desk is still in disarray, not as bad as my classroom desk though.  My Lesley journey will end in about 6 weeks and I am looking forward to the much needed break. 

This last class includes blogging, so here I am reviving what has been lifeless for a while.  I think this time I will blog about my new postion and look for ways to assist my students in summer opportunities since my concern is their preparation for their career and educational goals.