North Platte High School Announcements
North Platte High School Announcements
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Wednesday, March 10th NO SCHOOL
Thursday, March 11th NO SCHOOL (P/T Conferences Noon-3pm and 5-9pm)
Friday, March 12th NO SCHOOL (P/T Conferences 8-11:30am)
Monday, March 15th NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)
Tuesday, March 16th NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)
Guest passes for the MORP Dance are now available in the office. Permits must be turned in to Mrs. Reinert by the close of the day on Thursday, March 18th. Anyone not enrolled at NPHS must be on the guest permit list. No one age 21 or over, or students 8th grade or lower are allowed as guests.
There will be a SkillsUSA meeting in room 1722, Friday at 7:30am and 3:30pm about the State Conference in Columbus. Those attending the State Conference need to attend one of the meetings.
FBLA Announcement--The next FBLA Meeting will be Monday, March 22nd at 6:45pm in the Media Center. Students who are a guest of a paid member are welcome to attend.
Students wishing to take the AP exams may now sign-up in the Activities Office. The fee is $86.00 per exam and checks should be made payable to NPHS for the exact amount. The testing schedule is as follows: Monday, May 3 8:00 a.m. U.S. Government and Politics
Wednesday, May 5 8:00 a.m. Calculus AB & BC
Thursday, May 6 8:00 a.m. English Lit. & Composition
Friday, May 7 8:00 a.m. U.S. History
Monday, May 10 8:00 a.m. Biology
The deadline for signing up is Wednesday, March 24th.
The Annual Talent Show is coming! We are looking for all types of talent. Battle of the Bands too! Sign up in Mrs. Marsh's room 1616.
Attention budding film makers and actors. The 3rd Annual NPHS Film Festival will be held Thursday, April 8th. NPHS Student Council would like to invite those NPHS students interested in producing a film for the festival need to come to Mr. Livingston' room 1407 to pick up film festival rules and an entry application. All entries must be turned in by Monday, March 29th for judging. Films will be shown and winners announced at the film festival on April 8th.
SCHOLARSHIPS as of 03-10-10
Central Nebraska Senior Golf Association March 15
Graduating high school senior
Golf involvement and achievement
Neb Aviation Trades Assoc. (NATA) Scholarship March 15
Must be Nebraska high school senior
http:gonata.net
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship March 15
Minimum of 30 composite on ACT
www.nde.state.ne.us/byrd
UNL Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship March 15
Must plan on attending UNL
Must be a male
Dawson Public Power District Utility Line Scholarship March 17
Must attach personal essay
Must provide 3 references
Must provide resume or list of activities
Mid-Plains Mutual Aid Fire District Scholarship March 24
Must be Nebraska resident
High school graduate
Full time student
Minimum GPA of 2.5
Acceptance into a college or trade school
Ne Insurance Federation & Ne Actuaries Club Schol. March 31
Must be registered in 1 Actuarial Science class
or math class as part of Actuarial major
Must have major in Actuarial Science, Mathematics,
Statistics or Economics.
Must have at least 3.333 GPA
Ne. Legal Professionals Assoc. Scholarship March 31
Enrolled full time in pre-law, para legal, legal
secretarial, criminal justice or law-related program
Ne School Counselor Association Scholarship March 31
Must be a high school senior in Nebraska
Must attend post secondary institution in 10-11
Essay required
Jim Johnson National Weather Service Scholarship April 1
Must have proof of acceptance to a college with a physical science major
Lincoln Builders Bureau Scholarship April 1
Must be employee of a Lincoln Builders Bureau
Member Company or child of employee
College focus on construction science
www.buildersbureau.com
Carriage House Foundation Scholarship April 2
Must attend Nebraska Community College
Automotive related course of study
Interview & reference from a new car dealer
Ag Valley Coop Scholarship April 10
Any field of study
Seniors whose parents patronize Ag Valley Coop
Community involvement
Gus Swanson Memorial Communications Scholarship April 15
Must have 3.25 GPA or higher
Must graduate from a Nebraska high school
Accepted at a Nebraska college or university
Intend to major in advertising, marketing, communication studies, mass communications (print or broadcast), public relations, journalism, graphic design/desktop publishing or other, as determined appropriate by scholarship committee
Nebraska Cooperative Council Education Foundation April 15
Scholarship in Honor of Dr. Michael S. Turner
Must be son/daughter of a co-op member
Agriculture business/economics major
www.nebr.coop
Southwest Nebraska Community Theatre Association April 30
Scholarship/McCook Community College
Must be a high school graduate
Must intend to study theater at McCook Comm. College
AES Engineering Scholarship October 8
Not required to be taking Engineering courses
Apply online at http://aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
SPECIAL PROGRAMS as of 03-10-10
University of Wyoming – Engineering Summer Program – The College of Engineering and Applied Science offers high school juniors an opportunity to participate in a summer program of hands-on experiences in various engineering fields. The program will expand your horizons, develop your creative thinking and problem solving skills, and challenge your imagination. This program is June 13th – June 19th and the total cost to each participant is a $75 activity fee. The application deadline is March 26, 2010. More information available at www.eng.uwyo.edu/highschool/esp/
Bryan LGH College of Health Sciences – Exploration Day - On March 27, 2010, the Bryan LGH College of Health Sciences and the Bryan LGH Foundation invite students and their families to attend a fall Exploration Day. This Exploration Day offers students the opportunity to learn more about all of our undergraduate and graduate majors, tour campus, learn about financial aid, and visit with current students. In addition, students will see how we utilize simulation in all of our programs to provide greater experience to students prior to clinical. Students interested in attending should contact the office at (402) 481-8697 or 1-800-742-7844 ext. 18697.
UNL College of Agriculture – Career Exploration: Architecture, Landscape Arch and Interior Design – This workshop will be held June 13th – June 19th and is for high school students interested in exploring careers in architecture, landscape architecture and interior design. The fee for this week long program is $585 per participant. This includes studio supplies, program fees, meals and lodging. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Registration and payment is due by April 9, 2010.
Junior Law Cadet Program - High school juniors are invited to participate in this program if they are in good health to permit active participation in daily calisthenics and a full schedule of activities related to a career in law enforcement. The 2010 program will be offered June 14-18(female)and June 21-25 (male). Applications are due by March 1st to the Counselors’ Office, and interviews will be conducted in April by American Legion sponsors.
UNL Big Red Summer Academic Camps 2010 – These career exploration camps are a chance to explore the UNL campus, meet people from across the state, spend time investigating an interest or potential career and have fun. These classes will be offered in June. Camps this year include Biological Science, Companion Animals, Culinary Arts and Food Science, Fashion Design, Filmmaking, Natural Resources, Unicameral youth Legislature, Veterinary Science and 3D Animation/Virtual World Creation. Cost runs from $250-$700. Further information, contact pjeffries1@unl.edu or call (402)472-2805. Space is limited and camps will fill on a first-come, first-served basis. No refunds after May 1, 2010 and limited scholarships are available.
U.S. Bank Internet Scholarship Program – This program is available to high school seniors planning to enroll or a current college freshmen, sophomore or junior at an eligible four-year college or university participating in the U.S. Bank No Fee Education Loan Program. Students must enroll by September 2010 and be a United States citizen or be a permanent resident alien. Winners will be selected at random and will be notified by April 2010. Go to http://www.usbank.com/cgi_w/cfm/studentloans/marketing.cfm to apply.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center Job Shadowing Program – This program is open to students interested in nursing, radiology, dietary, laboratory, physical therapy, respiratory therapy or anesthesiology. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
Education Quest – Financial Literacy Online Program – This is a free, comprehensive and convenient online learning center that teaches students the basics of personal money management. NSLP is partnering with EducationQuest to administer monthly drawings in which Nebraska high school juniors and seniors who complete a Financial Literacy Online course can win one of 26 $500 college scholarships. To enter, a student must successfully complete at least one course on NSLP’s Financial Literacy Online program between November 1, 2009 and May 31, 2010. Students who complete more than one course will receive additional entries for each course successfully completed. There is no purchase necessary. Students simply visit www.nslpflonline.org/nebraska to register and begin taking courses.
Chadron State College – Geoscience Program – Are you inquisitive? Enjoy solving problems? Do you like to work outdoors, to probe into the natural world or team with others to address complex issues? Geoscience may be your field. You should have a strong high school background with a special interest in the basic sciences and mathematics, and able to grasp and discuss scientific principals easily. Strong oral and written communication skills in English are necessary as well. If you are interested, the best place to start is www.csc.edu and click on “Visitors”, then “Request a Campus Visit.” A short form will get it all set up. You may also e-mail Mike Leite at mleite@csc.edu for more information.
"Do you like to interact with people of all ages?"
"Do you enjoy speaking in front of groups of people?"
"Do you enjoy promoting NPHS?"
If SO, the North Platte High School Ambassador Program might be something you would like to consider.
The NPHS Ambassadors will assist with events at the North Platte Public Schools. They will serve as the official student representatives of the school and will serve in any capacity that the administration requests.
SELECTION CRITERIA
* Must be a junior/senior in good academic standing
* Must exhibit good character
* Must exhibit good communication skills
* Must complete the application process
Application forms and/or additional information on all scholarships are available in the Counselors Office.
