Fall Newsletters

Fall Newsletters were distributed via email this afternoon for students enrolled in the Early College Program.

Upperclassmen Newsletter
Includes:
- information about textbook return & pickup
- grade reporting
- college, scholarship, & financial aid timelines & assistance
- important events & dates

9th & 10th Grade Newsletter
Includes:
- Information about class enrollment & changes
- Post-secondary Readiness scores & testing timelines
- grade reporting

- important events & dates

Students - If you did not see the Newsletter via email, send your FSCJ email address to Dr. Keefe ASAP. Many 9th & 10th grade students have not submitted this information yet. This means you are missing important announcements.

Parents - If you did not see the Newsletter via email, please click on the link above to gain access. Also, if you would like to receive direct information, please send a working email address to keefek@duvalschools.org. Currently, the following types of email addresses will not allow email from @duvalschools to pass their SPAM filters: gmail, yahoo, aol, comcast, etc.

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship - up to $40,000

 Ronald Reagan Foundation

"Honoring the legacy and character of our nation’s 40th President, the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program rewards college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education.
Each year, the Program selects numerous recipients to receive a $10,000 scholarship renewable for up to an additional three years – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Awards are for undergraduate study only, and may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board. In addition, scholars are invited to participate in a special awards program.

To be eligible for this award, the applicant must:

• demonstrate attributes of leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship;
• demonstrate strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent);
• demonstrate financial need; 
• be a citizen of the United States of America;
• be a high school senior & graduating in winter 2013 or spring 2014. 
• plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States for the entire 2014-2015 academic year"

Morning Announcements - Nov. 25th

• Safe Haven Bible Club - Nov. 26 at 2:15 in ROTC with Mr. Benyard (benyardr)
• Psychology Club - Nov. 26 at 2:15 in Rm 160 with Covas (covasa)
• Ultimate Frisbee Team practice -  Nov. 26 at 2:30 in Rm 160 with Street (streeth)
• Seniors Hoodies - On-sale 11/26-12/9 for $20 see Sorrells rm. 881 (sorrellsc)
  

ACT Prep Sessions

Need help prepping for the December ACT?

Monday afternoons, November 18^th – December 9^th

2:15 – 4:30 p.m.

Room 877

Contact Ms. Eaton in room 877 or by e-mail at eatonk1@duvalschools.orgto sign up

2013 Gator Bowl Award of Excellence Scholarship

Eligibility Requirements:       

3.0+ GPA (on an unweighted 4.0 scale) from an accredited high school in Florida’s First Coast Area.

Participate in a junior varsity or varsity sport or its equivalent (dance, gymnastics, tae-kwon-do)

Participate in Extra-Curricular activities through church, school or the community

Exhibit exemplary behavior, thereby being a good role model for peers

Pledge to remain drug-free, alcohol-free and tobacco free

Applications due November 15, 2013!

Applications are available

http://www.gatorbowl.com/?page_id=111

   

The application deadline for this scholarship cycle must be postmarked by Friday, November 15, 2013.  Scholarship recipients will be selected by December 15^th. Awards will be presented at the TaxSlayer.com Gator Bowl Coaches Luncheon presented by CSX on Tuesday, December 31, 2013.

 

National Security Agency’s Stokes Educational Scholarship Program

With this scholarship you get: Paid Tuition up to $30,000 per Year, Year-round salary, Rewarding Work Experience, and Guaranteed Employment.

With the Stokes Program, you will attend college full-time (4 classes per semester), then work during the summer of NSA’s (National Security Agency) main headquarters in Fort Meade, Maryland, for a minimum of 12 weeks in areas that are related to your course of study.  You’ll acquire real-world experience and receive a salary year-round. 

Qualifications for High School Seniors:

• You must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must be eligible to be granted a security clearance
• You must be a high school senior at the time of application
•  You must achieve a minimum SAT score of 1600 (1100 Critical Reading and Math) or ACT of 25.
• You must be planning to major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering.
• A 3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale is preferred. (unweighted GPA)

Application deadline is November 30, 2013

Visit http://www.nsa.gov/careers/opportunities_4_u/students/high_school/index.shtml to learn more!

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Morning Announcements - November 12th

• Ultimate Frisbee Club meeting - TODAY - 2:15 with Ms. Street in Rm. 862 (streeth)
• No JV Cheer practice today.
• Seniors! FAMU will be at Lee on Nov. 13th awarding on the spot admissions & scholarships! Sign up with Ms. Morrison (morrisonn).
• Psychology Club meeting - Nov. 13 at 2:15 with Covas in Rm. 160.
• AV Club meeting Nov. 13th. Contact Mr. Neaher for more information (neahera)
• Food Drive continues. Drop off canned or non-perishable food items in Rm. 847. Drive sponsored by Be the Change Club!
• Interested in taking the ASVAB? This test is good for military enlistment, and GREAT for helping you figure out what your career interests are. Test is offered at Lee in December. See Officers Baldwin or Hudson (ROTC) to sign up. (baldwinr1 or hudsonj1)
• $4,000 Scholarship Award available for two students involved in school clubs. See Ms. Morrison for more information (morrisonn)

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Friday Focus: College Applications!

Working on your college applications? Wondering what you should be doing as far as college goes?
Here is what seniors should be doing during the month of November according to College Board:

• Submit applications due in November by the college deadline.
• Follow up with references to make sure they have written and sent letters of recommendation.
• File required financial aid forms (check the college's website).
• Review requirements & deadlines for financial aid applications. Get all your documentation ready to send when requested.

For more information about planning for college, check out https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/

Not a senior yet? There's still things you can do to prepare for college! Check out https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/

Morning Announcements - November 5th

• Be the Change! Emergency meeting TODAY - Rm 894 (esparzaj) 
• Ms. Lee High School Interest Meeting is 11/5 at 2:15 in Rm. 892 
• Film Club meets Nov. 7. Contact Mr. Mathews for more information. (mathewsr)
• Seniors! FAMU will be at Lee on Nov. 13th awarding on the spot admissions & scholarships! Sign up with Ms. Morrison (morrisonn).
• AV Club meeting Nov. 13th. Contact Mr. Neaher for more information (neahera)
• Food Drive - starts today, ends 11/22. Drop off canned or non-perishable food items in Rm. 847. Drive sponsored by Be the Change Club!
• Interested in taking the ASVAB? This test is good for military enlistment, and GREAT for helping you figure out what your career interests are. Test is offered at Lee in December. See Officers Baldwin or Hudson (ROTC) to sign up. (baldwinr1 or hudsonj1)
• $4,000 Scholarship Award available for two students involved in school clubs. See Ms. Morrison for more information (morrisonn)

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FAMU Scholarship for Early College Students!

This is a two-year scholarship for incoming freshman who earned a high school diploma and the AA/AS degree from a Florida State/Community College at the same time. This scholarship is worth $4,00/year (2 years = $8,000.00. Interested? Apply for FAMU & sign up for the FAMU visit on Nov. 13 (keefek).  

FAMU High School and Florida Community College Scholarship

Morning Announcements - Nov. 4

• Mandatory Swim Team Meeting TODAY at 2:15 in Coach Street's room. (streeth)
• Lady Weightlifting Team - Meet on the track at 2:15 TODAY. Don't be late.
• Psychology Club meeting TODAY - Rm 160 (covasa)
• Food Drive - starts today, ends 11/22. Drop off canned or non-perishable food items in Rm. 847. Drive sponsored by Be the Change Club!
• Ms. Lee High School Interest Meeting is 11/5 at 2:15 in Rm. 892 (morrisonn)
• Baseball Team Mandatory Meeting - Thursday in the Weight Room. Bring your report card. 
• $4,000 Scholarship Award available for two students involved in school clubs. See Ms. Morrison for more information (morrisonn)
• Interested in taking the ASVAB? This test is good for military enlistment, and GREAT for helping you figure out what your career interests are. Test is offered at Lee in December. See Officers Baldwin or Hudson (ROTC) to sign up. (baldwinr1 or hudsonj1)

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Scholarship available for JUNIORS & SENIORS!!

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to announce A&F Scholarships are available for JUNIORS & SENIORS! $1,000 to the winner. Students submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page:  http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

Full details are available on our site.

Scholarship Deadline   -  June 14, 2014.