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New Milford NHS Community Service Opportunities

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New Milford NHS Community Service Opportunities

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8/1 - SCSU College & Career Readiness Seminar

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High school students are invited to participate in the 2023 SCSU College & Career Readiness Summer Institute.

The Summer Institute will introduce your students to tools and strategies to help them prepare for college and career success.

A one-time registration fee of $50 includes:

One FULL-DAY On-Campus College and Career Readiness Hands-on Training

Lunch on Campus

Certificate of Completion

30 Self-Paced Online Modules

Location: Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT

Date and Time: Tuesday, August 1, 2023  9 AM – 3 PM

Your students can register  HERE

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4/2 thru 7/8 - U.S. Coast Guard Info Sessions, Station Tours, etc.!

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4/2 thru 7/8 - U.S. Coast Guard Info Sessions, Station Tours, etc.!

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Get a tour of station life with the Coast Guard!  Learn about various career vocations in the U.S. Coast Guard: Electronics Technician, Marine Science Technician, Health Services Technician, Yeoman, Culinary Specialist, Maritime Law Enforcement, and Machinery Technician. Join the Coast Guard at one of their multiple events at Station New London Station New Haven, and more.  If weather and operations permit, students may be able to take a boat ride in Long Island Sound.  Participants must be age 16 and up. For some of the events, participants will receive a free Coast Guard tee shirt. Click HERE to register for an event!

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Most local/regional scholarships for the Class of 2023 will be available after January 2023.  Click on the link above to learn where to find & how to apply for these coveted scholarships for NMHS students.

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The NMHS Career Center has begun activating local and regional scholarships in Naviance, and will continue to add them throughout the Winter. While the vast majority of local and regional scholarships won't be available until late February, there are many state and national scholarships becoming

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Summer STEM Opportunity with the US Naval Academy

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Find A Free FAFSA Workshop For CT Residents!

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Find A Free FAFSA Workshop For CT Residents!

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NMHS School Counseling - A Step-By-Step Guide For Applying To College for NMHS students

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NMHS School Counseling - Step-By-Step Guide For Applying To College

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THE PISTON FUND: A SKILLED TRADES SCHOLARSHIP FOR AUTOMOTIVE STUDY, TECHNOLOGY, & RESTORATION

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Automotive Scholarship - Piston Fund Skilled Trade Scholarship

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A Piston Fund automotive trades scholarship can help you begin a career in the collector car industry. Study to be an auto tech & more.

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NMHS Naviance Single Sign On Instructions

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Missed the NMHS Post Secondary Planning Night for JUNIORS and Parents?

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Missed the NMHS Post Secondary Planning Night for JUNIORS and Parents?

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Post Secondary Planning for Juniors and parents was held on   on 4/19. The NMHS School Counseling department presented info about the college application process and steps that you can take now, to get ahead of the curve! Click on the PDF above for valuable resources about the college search and application process.

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A gap year is an enriching, out-of-school learning experience that typically takes place in between a student's high school and college career. They tend to last for either for a semester or entire calendar year. A gap year can take many different forms, depending on one's interests and passion.

Study abroad language programs are one of the most popular types of gap year programs for teens. However, domestic options are quickly gaining popularity. This includes local volunteer opportunities or apprenticeship programs that grant valuable work experience. Rigorous academic options hosted by colleges or other groups are also available.

How to Find Gap Year Programs

From this page, you can browse all of our available gap year programs at once, filtering them by parameters that you decide. Use the options on the left side of your screen to narrow down your search. You have the option to filter by delivery method, location, cost, length, start date and more.

What are the Benefits of a Gap Year?

Some of the benefits of a gap year include:

Increased Independence

A Customized Education Experience

The Chance to Make New Friends

Financial Stability

Career Connections

Confidence in the Future

Time to Relax and Reflect

A Resume That Stands Out

To learn even more about the benefits of taking a gap year, check out this TeenLife blog!

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All Verto experiences combine classroom education from world-class Academic Providers with expeditions, hands-on projects, and cultural-immersion that bring your learning to life. Spend your year abroad immersing in one Verto location or choose 2 locations to explore!

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Earn College Credit While Traveling Abroad | Verto Education

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All Verto experiences combine classroom education from world-class Academic Providers with expeditions, hands-on projects, and cultural-immersion that bring your learning to life. Spend your year abroad immersing in one Verto location or choose 2 locations to explore!

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For the past 14 years, USA Gap Year Fairs has partnered with US high schools to educate, inspire, and empower students to look beyond the classroom and pursue opportunities for experiential learning. Taking a gap year might seem intimidating, but it's actually much easier than you think -- especially when you know there's a community of gap year experts and enthusiasts to help support you.

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Discover Meaningful Programs Abroad | Read Reviews, Go Overseas

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Go Overseas has 17,000+ programs abroad for you to discover. Read community reviews & travel articles to prepare for your first or next adventure!

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NMHS Career Center Website

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The NMHS Career Center is located in room 1101 and staffed by Mrs. Shaffer. Mrs. Shaffer, in conjunction with the school counselors, provides students with post secondary planning assistance. Stop in and find information on college, career and employment services, including career planning and

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Something else we've said in the past: prompts are not topics. They are simply questions designed to spark thinking. Our Telling Your Story resource shows students just how much flexibility they have in what they write when the time comes.

Below is the full set of essay prompts for 2022-2023. We will also retain the optional COVID-19 question within the Additional Information section.

1. Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

2. The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?

3. Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?

4. Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?

5. Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.

6. Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?

7. Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

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Something else we've said in the past: prompts are not topics. They are simply questions designed to spark thinking. Our Telling Your Story resource shows students just how much flexibility they have in what they write when the time comes. Below is the full set of essay prompts for 2022-2023.

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The Gap Year Association is a nonprofit membership community for educators, students, gap year programs, and post-secondary institutions with a shared VISION of making at least a semester of quality gap year time accessible to every high school graduate.

Recognized by the US Department of Justice and the US Federal Trade Commission as the Standards Development Organization for gap year education, the Gap Year Association oversees a robust accreditation process for gap year providers and consultants.

Our MISSION is to maximize the potential of young adults through accessible and meaningful gap year opportunities.

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The Gap Year Association is a nonprofit membership community for educators, students, gap year programs, and post-secondary institutions with a shared VISION of making at least a semester of quality gap year time accessible to every high school graduate.

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NMHS Career Center Text Updates for JUNIORS (Class of 2024) & Parents

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NMHS Career Center Text Updates for JUNIORS (Class of 2024) & Parents

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On the REMIND app, use class code @nmhs2024 to get the latest 411 via TEXT updates from the NMHS Career Center - notices about upcoming college/career events, scholarships, and more!

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Want to earn 1/4 credit during your Study Hall and have an awesome bullet for your college resume? Sign up to be a Waverunner with Mrs. Shaffer in room 1101! Runners are needed for all blocks for Fall Semester 2023!

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Did you miss the NMHS Senior Planning Night on 9/27? Click on the PDF to find out what you missed!

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SENIORS: Activities Info

Senior year is more than half over! Planning for senior events and activities are in full swing. Here are some important reminders about senior activities, dates, and costs associated with each:

Yearbook - Seniors wishing to purchase a yearbook must order directly from Herff Jones at www.yearbookordercenter.com (New Milford High School order number - 14103). Please do not send payment for yearbooks to the high school.

Prom - Save the Date - May 13th! More information to follow.

Banquet - The banquet will be held at the Candlewood Inn on May 24, 2023. The cost is $80.00 per student. Only seniors are permitted to attend the banquet.

Trip - The trip to Six Flags New England will take place on May 26, 2023. The cost is $90.00 per student. Only seniors are permitted to go on this trip.

1. Log into Naviance

2. Go to the "Colleges" tab

3. Select "Colleges I'm Applying To"

4. Select "REQUEST TRANSCRIPTS" (not "Manage Transcripts")

5. Choose "Mid year"

6. Select the colleges where you would like the mid-year grades sent

7. Click on the "DONE" bar

8. Select "Request and Finish"

We utilize a system at NMHS that allows families to choose which activities their senior will participate in and pay only for those activities. All payments for the banquet and/or trip must be received by March 31, 2023. Due to deadlines with the Candlewood Inn and Six Flags New England we are unable to accept payments after March 31, 2023. Please make checks payable to NMHS and write your student's name and the activities you are paying for in the memo section. Please send payments to Mrs. Gardner. In the event that you pay for the banquet and/or trip and your senior cannot attend, a refund will be issued only for a NMHS activity conflict/COVID illness.

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding items mentioned in this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Gardner, Senior Class Advisor, at gardnerc@newmilfordps.org or 860-350-6647 ext. 3316.

ALL GRADES: One-Stop Shopping For Post-Secondary Planning

The NMHS Career Center Padlet offers you all the latest college & career info & events - categorized alphabetically - all in one place. Click on the button below for one-stop shopping to help with planning for life after high school.

SENIORS: Mid-year/Mid-term Grade Requests

Some colleges and universities may require (or request) a copy of your first semester senior grades. It is up to the student to check the websites (or the application portals) of the colleges or universities where you've applied to determine if any of your schools need these grades. If so, you'll need to request mid-year grades in the same way that you requested your initial transcripts. Follow these instructions:

As soon as your mid-year Report Cards are available the Career Center will send them out to your colleges.
DID YOU KNOW:
SENIORS: Need Help Deciphering Your Financial Aid Offers?

In the United States, there is no standardization in financial aid offers. If you can believe it, colleges and universities don't even have to list their total cost of attendance per year on your offer. This can make it challenging to determine the exact out-of-pocket expense for each of your schools.

The good news is, you can use a free Financial Aid Offer Comparison Tool to help unravel the mystery and show you the bottom-line cost for each school where you've been accepted. That way, you'll know how much you'll likely be writing the check out for when that first semester Fee Bill comes from the Bursar's Office in August.

Try one of the tools below to help you figure it all out!

SENIORS: Upcoming NVCC Instant Decision Day 4/6

Scott Farrell, Assistant Director of Admissions from Naugatuck Valley Community College will be holding an Instant Decision Day for seniors on Thursday, 4/6, right here at NMHS. During this in-person event students will have an opportunity to discuss academic programs, student activities, student support services, and next steps.

Learn about the amazing educational opportunities right here, close to New Milford, where a savvy high school graduate could save a ton of money on college tuition. NVCC also offers an extensive list of workforce training programs in addition to traditional college courses. Click here to see the degree and career training programs offered at NVCC. Visit the NMHS Career Center in Room 1101 to register to participate in Instant Decision Day. There is no commitment to attend NVCC for participants in this event!

The Connecticut sister schools (Western, Eastern, Southern, and Central Connecticut State Universities) will accept a Connecticut community college student as a transfer student after earning only 12 credits (one semester), and achieving a minimum of a 2.0 GPA?

Graduates of Connecticut's community colleges are eligible for a Transfer Ticket to the sister schools - or into the GAP Program at the University of Connecticut - without losing any credits or being required to take extra credits? Click on the links for the program-specific requirements.

SENIORS: It's Not Too Late To Apply To College

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO START YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATIONS! There are plenty of colleges still accepting applications for next fall - and many with Rolling Admissions. Just FOLLOW THE STEPS! Thoroughly read and review the Step-by-Step College Application Instructions for NMHS Seniors (click on the button below). Not following the guide can significantly delay the submission of school documents to your colleges.

FIELD TRIP: Lincoln Technical Institute East Windsor Campus 4/4

Explore career training in a utomotive and diesel technology, CNC machining, HVAC, welding, and more by visiting the Lincoln Tech campus in East Windsor on our NMHS School Counseling and Tech Ed Department field trip on Tuesday, 4/4. Students will depart NMHS at 7:45 am, tour the campus, and return at 2:00 pm. This field trip is offered at no cost to students. Students should bring a bag lunch from home. Visit the NMHS Career Center for a field trip permission slip and to sign up. First preference is given to upperclassmen.

The following program areas are offered at Lincoln's East Windsor campus:

FIELD TRIP: Porter & Chester Institute 4/5

Join Mr. Culbertson and the School Counseling Department for a field trip to Porter & Chester Institute's Waterbury campus on Wednesday, 4/5 to explore career training in the fields listed below. The field trip, offered at no cost to students, departs NMHS at 7:45 am and returns at 12:00 pm (students will return in time to have lunch here at school, then be able to attend their 4th period class). Visit the NMHS Career Center for a field trip permission slip and to sign up. First preference is given to upperclassmen.

The following program areas are offered at PCI's Waterbury campus:

FIELD TRIP: Danbury Fire Department Headquarters 4/11

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a Career Firefighter? New Milford Youth Agency and Water Witch Hose Co. #2 invite NMHS students in grades 9-12 to explore careers in firefighting on 4/11 at Danbury Fire Department Headquarters. Transportation and lunch will be provided. For more info, please email Skabasakalian@newmilford.org.

NOTE: This career exploration opportunity is not sponsored by New Milford Public Schools.
Early Dismissal (12:00 pm)

ALL GRADES: New Milford Police Cadets Program Wants YOU!

Are you a New Milford youth, age 13-21 interested in learning more about law enforcement in the twenty-first century? Join the New Milford Police Cadets! Develop leadership skills, learn about patrol procedures, defensive tactics, the criminal justice system, and so much more. Cadets meet every other Thursday, from 6:00-9:00 pm. Interested students must be in good standing in school and have never been arrested. To learn more about this unique opportunity at the Cadet Post, please contact Officer M. Deitz or Officer G. Syan at 860-355-3133, or email cadets@newmilfordpolice.org. For more information, CLICK HERE for their flyer.

College Fairs For Spring 2023
Conferences
Important Dates to Remember
SATs
2/17 & 2/20 - President's Day Weekend

4/7 - 4/14 - Spring Recess

5/29 - Memorial Day

3/8 (parent conferences)

3/16 (faculty professional development)

5/18 (faculty professional development)

6/19 (last day of school, pending snow days)

3/8 & 3/9

3/22 & 3/23

Helpful Information for the 2022-23 School Year

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Senior year is more than half over! Planning for senior events and activities are in full swing. Here are some important reminders about senior activities, dates, and costs associated with each: Yearbook - Seniors wishing to purchase a yearbook must order directly from Herff Jones at www.yearbookordercenter.com (New Milford High School order number - 14103).

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Missed Our NMHS Financial Aid Night on 10/12? 

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On 10/12, NMHS held a virtual Financial Aid Workshop exclusively for NMHS seniors and parents. During the webinar, Elizabeth Beaton, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Financial Aid at Quinnipiac University, walked participants through the completion of the FAFSA, the starting point for financial aid at most post-secondary institutions.

This hands-on, screen-by-screen financial aid session included tips on avoiding common FAFSA errors. Click on the image above to watch the same presentation!

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Step-by-Step Guide to Completing the FAFSA

Parent Guide to the FAFSA

FAFSA Basics: Parent Income

FAFSA Basics: Parent Assets

Net Price vs. Cost of College: Huge differences

How Can You Afford College from NPR

4 Things About Money Not Learned in School

Financial Aid, Scholarships & Student Loans 101 Course Video: How to File the FAFSA

More FAFSA resources

Great Advice for Parents

Prepaid Tuition Plans

How America Pays for College

Loan Cancellation

Recommended Reading: How to Pay for College by Ann Garcia

Virtual and FREE Financial Literacy Programs

7 Essential Tips to Reduce College Costs

Financial Literacy: What College Students Need to Know

Trends:

As enrollment falls and public skepticism grows, some colleges are cutting their prices

PODCAST: Financial Aid and EFC changes

Transparency On College Costs

529 Plan Contribution Limits Rise In 2023

Financial Aid Offer Improvements Sought

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This week on SA Voices From the Field we interviewed Justin Draeger, President & CEO of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators. Today we talked to Justin about all of the upcoming Financial Aid and EFC changes that are coming in the next few years.

Justin Draeger serves as the primary voice of NASFAA and as the liaison between the association members, the U.S. Congress, federal agencies, and the media. Most of Justin's career has been devoted to assisting disadvantaged populations in achieving their educational goals and better their communities. Since 2002, Justin has been engaged in either administering, interpreting, communicating, or developing student financial aid policy. His prior experiences include working as a financial aid director, regulatory and policy analyst, and spokesperson. He has held senior positions overseeing government relations, communications, and policy work. Justin has testified in multiple Congressional hearings on student financial aid, college access, student loan policy, and the interplay between federal agencies and colleges and universities. He is frequently quoted in the press and has appeared on The Today Show on NBC, National Public Radio, APM's Marketplace, Fox Business News, CNBC, and C-SPAN, and is often quoted in national news outlets. Justin serves on several boards of directors that promote health and education. He earned his undergraduate from Brigham Young University and his MBA from Baker College. Justin lives in Fairfax, VA, with his wife and three children.

In the interview Justin regarding FAFSA simplification and federal methodology and you can find that resource here: https://www.nasfaa.org/fafsa_simplification

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9/20/22 - Candlewood Valley Health & Rehab Center, New Milford

Currently hiring for two positions, Dietary Aide and Dietary Porter. The Dietary Aide assists with meal prep, stocking, and cleaning. The Dietary Porter assists in transporting meal carts to units, doing dishes, mopping floors, etc. Hours are 4:00/4:30 - 8:30 pm, including every other weekend, and 6:30 am to 3:00 pm every third weekend (averaging approx. 17 hours per week). Must be reliable and have neat/professional appearance. The preferred candidate will stay beyond summer break. Pay rate is $16.00/hour. Contact Jo-Ann Miller at 860-355-0971 for more information and to apply. Candlewood Valley Health & Rehab is located at 30 Park Lane East.

3/22/22 - Bull's Bridge Golf Club, South Kent

Now hiring for f ull time, part time, seasonal, and summer positions for our 18-hole golf course grounds team. Experience is a plus but not required. On the job training will be provided. Typical schedule is an 8hr day (6am-2:30pm). Seasonal demands of the golf calendar occasionally require work days in excess of 10 hrs. Must be responsible and have reliable transportation. Great perks such as free uniforms, golf privileges, and merchandise discounts. To apply, please email: s.hicks@bullsbridgegolfclub.com

3/15/22 - Party Depot, New Milford

Looking for a great first job in a fun environment? Party Depot is looking for part-time, full-time, and seasonal help for days, nights, and weekends at all locations listed below. This retail customer service position includes the following responsibilities: blowing up balloons, cleaning, stocking, ringing up customer transactions (cashier), etc. Reliable transportation is a must. Shifts are available weekdays and weekends from 9:30am-3pm, 9:30am-5pm, and 3-6pm (additionally, there are 3-8pm and 4-8pm shifts available in our Brookfield and Danbury stores).

New Milford - 175 Sunny Valley Road

Brookfield - 132 Federal Road

Danbury - 43 South Street

Ridgefield - 98 Danbury Road

To apply, email your contact information and/or resume to party.depot@att.net.

3/11/22 - New Fairfield Parks & Rec, New Fairfield

New Fairfield Parks & Rec has two seasonal summer job postings for Lifeguards and an Outdoor Cinema Assistant Tech. The Lifeguard position pays $15.00 an hour and the Outdoor Cinema Assistant Tech pays $14.00 per hour. See the detailed job posting by clicking on the buttons below. Qualified applicants may apply online at www.newfairfield.org

11/9/21 - Reception/Patient Services Coordinator, New Milford

Physical Therapy & Sports Medicines Center on the Green is looking for a Part-Time Patient Services Coordinator. Must be personable, highly-motivated individual with a friendly, professional demeanor, and available Monday to Friday from 3:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Customer service experience, along with excellent computer skills are a must! Previous medical office experience preferred. PTSMC is a PT-owned Outpatient Physical Therapy practice that has been named one of Connecticut's "Top Workplaces" for 10 consecutive years and a Top Workplace USA 2021.

Interested applicants may apply on-line at www.ptsmc.com via the New Milford link on our Patient Services career page. PTSMC is located at 43 Main Street, Unit H, New Milford.

9/20/21 - Village Crest Nursing & Rehab, New Milford

Currently hiring Dietary Aides. The Dietary Aide assists with meal preparation, meal delivery, stocking, and cleaning. 10 hours per week (3 hours on weeknights and 8 hours on weekends). Must be reliable and have a neat/professional appearance. Salary is $14.50/hr. Contact Don Reynolds at 860-354-9365 for more information and to apply. Village Crest is located at 19 Poplar Street.

8/19/21 - Beehive Childen's Center, New Milford

Beehive Children's Center is now hiring!!! Are you looking for a job after school? If you love children, please call us! The hours are Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm (3:00 pm) to 6:30 pm. There are different age groups and classrooms open to work in. Come join the Beehive Family - we're located right down the street at 278 Danbury Road. Please call 860-355-8534 for more information.

6/15/21 - Taco Bell, New Milford

Looking to hire team members (starting at $13.25/hr) and managers (starting at $15.00/hr). Must be responsible, have a neat appearance, and have reliable transportation. Open daily from 9:00 am to midnight. For questions, call Arena Moseley at 860-354-8000 or apply online at workattacobell.com.

6/1/21 - Ball & Roller Bearing Co., New Milford

Attention soon-to-be grads! Gwilliam Company Ball & Roller Bearing is looking for a machine operator for 1st shift, 40 hours per week.

You will be trained to:

Have a thorough knowledge of machine shop practices & more

Be able to read and comprehend blueprints & work ticket data

Use shop mathematics, charts, tables, and handbook formulas

Use all types of precision measuring instruments & gauges

Be able to multitask in a diversified work environment

Must be able to move (push, pull, maneuver) materials up to 40 lbs in & around equipment, racks, and machine tools prior to machining, pass a simple math test, & to stock materials in their proper locations. Must be mechanically inclined, & have reliable transportation. High School Diploma or GED required. For immediate consideration email your resume to s.monaco@bandrb.com or call the Director of Manufacturing, Sabatino Monaco ('Sabie') at 860-355-4161. Located at 46 Old State Road, Unit #6. To learn more about what we do, visit our website.

6/2/21 - Flagship Converters, Danbury

Attention soon-to-be grads! Flagship Converters is looking for full-time, permanent help for 2nd shift (3:00 pm to 11:15 pm) Mon-Fri. The Danbury manufacturing company offers health benefits, paid vacation, paid sick time and we are an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Click on the links below for the two available job descriptions:

To apply, contact: Patti Torre, Office / Accounting Manager, Flagship Converters, Inc., 205 Shelter Rock Road, Danbury, CT 06810 - (203) 792-0034 ext 107, ptorre@flagshipconverters.com

5/12/21 - Channel 3 Kids Camp, Coventry & Andover

Hiring high school graduates for the following summer positions: counselor, activity leader, support for special needs, kitchen, maintenance, housekeeping and Registered Nurses. Staff are provided room and board in addition to a stipend for the summer. More information can also be found on our website.

Channel 3 Kids Camp, founded in 1910, provides summer and year-round educational and recreational activities for Connecticut children of all abilities, regardless of economic background or family financial situation. We offer traditional summer camp activities, adapted as necessary based on individual camper needs. These include Archery, Arts and Crafts, Digital Media, High and Low Ropes, Nature and Scouting, Performing Arts, Sports and Swimming. Our sessions, both overnight and day camp are one week in length.

Contact David Meizels, Executive Director at D.Meizels@channel3kidscamp.org, or click here to apply on our website.

4/21/21 - Greenagers, Sherman

Want to build hiking trails in your community? Learn about the environment? Get paid? Apply for a Greenagers Youth Trail Crew Position today! CLICK HERE to apply online.

From Tuesday July 6th through Friday July 23rd a Greenagers trail crew will be working in Sherman, CT and we're looking for local crew members! Work runs Monday through Friday (Monday July 5th we observe the July 4th Holiday), 8:30am-5pm. No experience necessary, just a willingness to learn and be in the woods all day long.

About Greenagers: In Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York, our trail crews maintain existing trails and build new trails on the Appalachian Trail, Land Trust properties, and other Conservation Areas. Crew Members work on crews of 4-6 youth and one crew leader. Over the course of the season crew members:

learn the skills associated with trail building, masonry, and carpentry

acquire knowledge and familiarity with the tools and vocabulary required to accomplish the work;

receive on-site training by community specialists, ranging in topic from species identification to stone wall construction;

connect with community conservation partners;

earn money - this is a real job with a starting wage of $13.50/hour;

and have a blast!

You can find more information about Greenagers at Greenagers.org. If you have any questions about this job posting you can email Elia Del Molino, the Greenagers' Conservation Director at elia@greenagers.org.

9/12/19 - Kohl's, New Milford

Kohl's in New Milford is hiring associates. Employees receive a 15% associate discount. Apply any one of the three following ways:

8/29/19 - All Aboard Pizza, New Milford

6/11/19 - The Maxx, New Milford

The Maxx (New Milford Youth Agency) is looking for workers for c atering, baking, kitchen help, DJ-ing, etc. Great learning opportunity for those interested in a culinary industry career. Contact Lois at lchludzinski@newmilford.org or 860-210-2030.

1/28/19 - Yard Apes, New Milford

Fert. Crew Leaders

Fert. Crew Members

Estate Management Crew Leaders

Estate Management Crew Members

Shop Assistant (mechanic's assistant, machine repair and maintenance)

Account Manager(s)

Yard Apes is currently hiring for the following full-time positions:

Perhaps there are some students looking for full-time employment after graduation, or now (if they already have their GED). We offer merit-based advancement opportunities, and competitive wages! More information about our company can be accessed via this link to our website: www.yardapes.com. The online application for job openings at YardApes, Inc., is found here: https://www.yardapes.com/careers/. All positions are full-time with traditional day time hours, Monday - Friday, with occasional Saturdays. Call Kim Valzania at 860-350-2737, ext. 101. Yard Apes is located at 1 8 Aspetuck Ridge Road, New Milford, CT 06776.

12/20/18 - Timbercraft, New Milford

Looking for 1 or 2 people to help with cleaning up the shop - sweeping sawdust, general cleaning, etc. Looking to train the right person to potentially wrap & pack skids, putting away inventory, etc. Flexible hours. Must be 16, able to lift 25 lbs. & have a positive attitude. Salary is

$10.10/hour to start. Contact Mr. James McGow (or Mrs. Leigh Alhage) at 860-355-5538 *** or 203-470-9843. Located at 5 Old Town Park Road, New Milford. https://www.timbercraftdrawers.com/

4/29/22 - The 202 Tavern, New Preston

Food Runner needed. Hourly wage $13 plus tips. Weekends a must. Apply in person at 295 New Milford Turnpike, New Preston. (860) 619-0808. The 202 Tavern

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Currently hiring for two positions, Dietary Aide and Dietary Porter. The Dietary Aide assists with meal prep, stocking, and cleaning. The Dietary Porter assists in transporting meal carts to units, doing dishes, mopping floors, etc. Hours are 4:00/4:30 - 8:30 pm, including every other weekend, and 6:30 am to 3:00 pm every third weekend (averaging approx.

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In January 2023, NCAA Divisions I and II adopted legislation to remove standardized test scores from initial-eligibility requirements for all student-athletes who initially enroll full time on or after August 1, 2023. Check with the NCAA school you plan to attend regarding whether standardized test scores are necessary for admission or scholarship requirements. For more information, .

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If you want to compete in NCAA sports, you need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Plan to register before starting your freshman year of high school (or year nine of secondary school). The information below will help guide you through the registration process.

To get started, review the three account options and choose the one that's right for you! You'll only need to create one account with the Eligibility Center. Starting with the free Profile Page is best practice, as you can transition it later to the Certification account needed for your circumstances.

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College-bound student-athletes preparing to enroll in a Division I or Division II school need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center to ensure they have met amateurism standards and are academically prepared for college coursework.

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All fee waiver eligibility is determined the same way, whether you need one for SAT exams, AP exams, or for college applications.

While some colleges offer free applications, or will give you a code to apply for free, many schools do not. Application fees can range anywhere from $35 to $100, depending on the school. On top of that, the College Board will then charge students $12 per school to send your SAT scores. Which means, that applying to more than one school can get really pricey.

Should applying to college present a financial hardship for you and your family, you can apply for application fee waivers. This brochure explains the eligibility criteria for fee waivers for the SAT, which also applies to Common App Fee Waivers when applying to college. Since we do not know the financial situation of each of our students, NMHS uses a student’s Free & Reduced Lunch program eligibility to verify your qualification for fee waivers. (This is still true now, even with lunch being free for all students through 12/2022 due to a grant.) Therefore, all students requesting fee waivers MUST complete the TWO steps listed below (Without the completion of these two steps, the NMHS School Counseling department cannot approve a student's requested fee waivers. Seniors should complete the steps BEFORE they submit their college applications, to find out if they qualify. Many colleges will not notify the applicant of their Admissions decision without the approved waiver, or payment of the application fee.

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NMHS School Counseling - Military Careers

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Students today have endless career path options in the Armed Services. Opportunities in education and training are available in all branches of the military. Your options include the Air Force, Air Force Reserves, Air National Guard, Army, Army Reserves, Coast Guard, Marines, Connecticut National

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Ways to Serve

The Military is made up of six branches, each with their own active-duty and part-time components. Each varies in service commitment, location and how its members contribute to the overall mission of protecting our country, though all components are on the same rank-based pay scale.

O'Quanne Wolf | Petty Officer Third Class Coast Guard

Full Time

Full-time members of the Military typically live on base or in military housing. They can also live on ships or in homes off base.

Part Time

Part-time service members include the Reserve and National Guard, and train one weekend per month and two weeks per year.

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Ways to Serve The Military is made up of six branches, each with their own active-duty and part-time components. Each varies in service commitment, location and how its members contribute to the overall mission of protecting our country, though all components are on the same rank-based pay scale.

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US Department of Labor's Scholarship Finder

College Board Scholarship Search

Scholarship America

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Student Scholarships

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Scholarship Guidance

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Scholarships for Trade Schools and Career Colleges - Easy to Apply

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The Imagine America Foundation provides easy to apply for scholarships for trade school and career college students! You may be eligible for a scholarship/award to attend any of our trade schools, career colleges or universities. Apply for your scholarship today!

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Info on important senior tasks, opportunities, & events!

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Is the most recent change in focus for Gap Year students a sign of things to come in higher ed? Perhaps. One thing we can say with confidence is that the steep and ongoing decline in acceptance rates at selective colleges is almost certainly going to increase the number of students taking a Gap Year.

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Gap Year Planning and Internships - College Readiness

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What's Hot! What's Not! - State of Connecticut Occupations in Demand

Connecticut Job & Career Connection

Connecticut Career Resource Network

The U.S. Department of Labor Resources also has a number of interactive features and links for students K-12th to use for career exploration, including their O*NET Interest Profiler which has compiled a wealth of real-world data to help you "find out what your interests are, and how it relates to the world of work."

CollegeBoard offers Big Future - click on "Explore Careers", and choose a drop down option.

Naviance has multiple tools: 'Career Cluster Finder', 'Career Interest Profiler', and 'Road Trip Nation'.

Naugatuck Valley Community College offers their Career Coach tool for students to take a Career Assessment to learn about themselves. Career Coach will give you career suggestions based on your interests. Browse or search for careers and they will give you relevant data on wages, employment, and the training you need. Lastly, browse or search for the available programs that lead to the career you want.

Gladeo offers free, quality career guidance for anyone, anywhere!

What can I do with this major? is another great career resource to help you select a field of study.

College Majors 101 is a useful tool for exploring majors.

My Next Move

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NMHS Seniors, are you struggling with your college essay? Literacy Volunteers on the Green are available to help students with the college essay process! To take advantage of this great opportunity, email Literacy Volunteers on the Green at info@lvg-ct.org or call 860-355-0830 to set up an appointment for essay assistance.

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BigFuture: “8 Tips for Crafting Your Best College Essay”

Princeton Review: “Crafting an Unforgettable College Essay”

Tufts University: “The Only Four Essay Writing Tips You’ll Ever Need”

Hamilton College: “Essays that Worked - Tips for a Good College Essay”

5 Overused College Essay Topics

The Honesty Test for College Essays

5 Ways to Go Wrong in College Essays

Videos (2-4 minutes each)

Debunking College Essay Myths

Questions to Kickstart Your Essay Brainstorm

1 Story, 3 Essays

Who Should Edit my College Essay?

5 Essay Cliches to Avoid

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Intelligent rates the Best Colleges in Connecticut. Their online guide provides information such as top Connecticut colleges and universities, available financial support, and future employment opportunities to further assist students in making the right decision for their future.

Campus Reel - Offers tours of colleges and has videos with student reviews and student tours of dorms, food, social life, academics and “A Day in the Life” of a student. Another perspective is always appreciated.

Niche - Offers "rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial, and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education along with millions of reviews from students and alumni."

Virtual Campus Tours - This is your chance to “see” what a college looks like, programs is has to offer and the ability to attend virtual events (remember, colleges will be able to track who registers, so sign in where you can).

College Confidential - Search tools, forums, and expert advice to help you "find the best education for your career goals."

Schools in the USA - Articles, videos and information to help you find the right school and request more information from multiple schools through one site.

U.S. News & World Reports - Consumer guide to college data and rankings.

College Data - Explore over 2000 colleges and universities using their College Match, College Chances, and Admissions Tracker tools, then use their financial tools to determine affordability.

You Visit - Immersive and interactive virtual tours.

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FUA-AUF offers a unique 3 or 4-week summer opportunity for high school students to participate in its cultural and academic offering. Students may select from an exciting range of courses and participate in field trips and supervised afternoon activities such as sports and discovering the city of Florence. Selected courses prepare students for college entrance and the transfer of credits.

Program Options

3-week program: coursework and activities in Florence

4-week program: begins with a field learning week of Cultural Introduction to Italy and continues with three weeks of classes in Florence.

Credit Load

3-week program: two courses (6 credits)

4-week program: 3-credit Cultural Introduction to Italy field learning week + two 3-credit courses in Florence (9 credits)

Coursework

The curriculum features college-level coursework in diverse areas such as food, sports, fashion, art, photography, and journalism studies.

Program Benefits

Live-in Resident Assistant for counseling and assistance

Field Learning Excursions

Meal plan (partial)

Daily extracurricular activities such as sports, discovering Florence, and culinary explorations.

Counseling Service

FUA-AUF will provide Summer High School students with counseling service through a live-in Resident Assistant. On rotation, Counselors will be on call 24/7 for health and safety emergencies, but also for advising and general assistance.

RA Scholarship Position Application

For candidates wishing to apply for the RA Scholarship position, please see the application for further details and instructions.

For Further Information

Dates and courses for the upcoming session and detailed brochure for Summer 2021 are available. For further info please write to Admissions at admissions@fua.it.

Remote Learning Opportunities

In addition to the FUA-AUF pre-college summer program, high school students may also enroll in our remote learning courses offered on a 3-week basis for college credit. Visit our Iconic Florence Remote Learning page for further details.

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Florence University of the Arts is a leading institution in the private educational sector of Italy. FUA addresses education on a global scale thanks to an internationalized approach that also accounts for the impact of local and community perspectives during a course of study.

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Yale Young Global Scholars 2-week Summer Program

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Yale Young Global Scholars is a two-week summer program for high school students from 150+ countries and 50 U.S. states. Explore your interests by attending lectures led by Yale faculty and small-scale seminars that cover topics related to STEM, literature, politics, economics, AI, sustainability, and more!

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Yale Young Global Scholars is a two-week summer program for high school students from 150+ countries and 50 U.S. states. Explore your interests by attending lectures led by Yale faculty and small-scale seminars that cover topics related to STEM, literature, politics, economics, AI, sustainability, and more!

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Yale Young Global Scholars is a two-week summer program for high school students from 150+ countries and 50 U.S. states. Explore your interests by attending lectures led by Yale faculty and small-scale seminars that cover topics related to STEM, literature, politics, economics, AI, sustainability, and more!

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UR Community Cares links New Milford residents (70 years old and/or physically disabled) to Volunteers (15+ with parental consent and supervision) to help them at home. Click on the link above for more info.

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Calling all Volunteers who want to help in New Milford!

UR Community Cares links New Milford residents (70 years old and/or physically disabled) to Volunteers (15+ with parental consent and supervision) to help them at home.

To be a Volunteer:
1. Go to www.URCommunityCares.org
2. Create a profile.
3. Wait for us to do a Background Check to add security and safety.
4. Only Verified Volunteers can view all the tasks neighbors need help with and choose which tasks they are available to do.

Volunteers are matched to those in your local area, based on the category they choose.

4 CATEGORIES:
HOUSEWORK, YARD WORK, TRANSPORTATION, and/or COMPANION

For more information, contact: Michelle Puzzo, President
Phone: 860-430-4557 or Email: info@urcommunitycares.org

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UR Community Cares links New Milford residents (70 years old and/or physically disabled) to Volunteers (15+ with parental consent and supervision) to help them at home. To be a Volunteer: 1. Go to www.URCommunityCares.org 2. Create a profile. 3. Wait for us to do a Background Check to add security and safety.

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Often, the NMHS School Counseling Department hears great info from college admissions reps worth sharing! Check out the colleges below that piqued our interest -

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Montana Technological University, Butte, MT

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Thinking about studying engineering? Montana Tech in Butte, MT may be a great option for you! In addition to offering Civil, Electrical, Software & Mechanical Engineering, MTU also offers Environmental, Geological, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineering - as well as a number of other academic programs. With a total annual cost of attendance normally about $39K, MTU's Admissions department tells us that most CT students qualify for Advantage Tuition (there are just a few academic majors that don't qualify). Advantage tuition brings the cost of becoming an Oredigger (MTU's mascot) down to roughly $27K year - before any merit or need-based scholarships/aid. Their rep informs me an applicant with, say, a 3.8 GPA could qualify for about a $7K merit scholarship on top of the Advantage cost of attendance.  Not too shabby!  MTU boasts an enrollment of approximately 2,400 students, and offers an extremely inspirational 'big sky' setting in which to study! Interested students can find out more about MTU (and apply for FREE), right on the MTU website.

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In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Montana Technological University is a place of purpose, home to uncommon thinking, research, innovation, and ideas. With Montana as our living laboratory, we offer a top education as a leading STEM university, with strong additional programs in nursing, health, and professional fields. What we do matters, today more than ever.

Our tight-knit talented community of determined doers collaborates on discoveries that improve lives. And in changing the world, our students realize their own potential, fuel their passion, and find their path. They find real success. That's Montana True.

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Montana Tech - Montana's Premier STEM University

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In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Montana Technological University is a place of purpose, home to uncommon thinking, research, innovation, and ideas. With Montana as our living laboratory, we offer a top education as a leading STEM university, with strong additional programs in nursing, health, and professional fields.

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Looking for a good value? The University of Louisville may be for you! Louisville is offering a Regional Award of $10K (renewable!) for all CT residents - which reduces the total annual cost of attendance from $40K per year to $30K per year - before any merit or need-based aid (which is $3K a year less than UCONN). If you're a student with a weighted GPA of 3.5 or better, you're eligible for $6K-$10K in additional scholarship for merit. Located approximately 12.5 hours from New Milford, Louisville hosts roughly 16K undergrad students, and ranks as one of the top schools in the nation for Sports Management & Sports Administration. Louisville boasts strong Business, Engineering, and Nursing programs, as well. They're also one of very few schools that offer a BS in Business for equine enterprises and event management - so, it's not coincidental that the campus is located right next to Churchill Downs. Horses aren't your thing? How about Music Therapy instead - they've got that too (with some great supplemental scholarship opportunities). With 4 new dorms built in the last 3 years, U of L freshmen typically reside in near-brand new housing. Visit the University of Louisville website for more info!

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University of Louisville - College of Business

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Equine Industry Program - University of Louisville - College of Business : University of Louisville - College of Business Skip to main content

Seize an unbridled opportunity.

Prominent industry professionals. Local connections. Specialized courses. All backed with core business discipline.

You won't find a better place for equine studies than the College of Business at the University of Louisville. As the only undergraduate equine program in the world located in an AACSB accredited college of business, our core business administration classes combine with 27 hours of specialized education, focusing on equine enterprises and event management. Because of our location in famed Kentucky horse country, classroom instruction is supplemented with the opportunity for internships, field experience, and contacts with prominent industry professionals.

Own Tomorrow. Start Today.

Equine Clubs

Discover our range of riding teams and student clubs.

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Equine Industry Program - University of Louisville - College of Business

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Equine Industry Program - University of Louisville - College of Business : University of Louisville - College of Business Skip to main content Seize an unbridled opportunity. Prominent industry professionals. Local connections. Specialized courses. All backed with core business discipline. You won't find a better place for equine studies than the College of Business at the University of Louisville.

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Looking for a school with strong STEM and Humanities programs? Juniata may be the place! Located approx. 5 hours from NM, Juniata is a small private college with approx. 1,300 undergrads. You can apply for FREE on the Common App. If money is an obstacle for a campus visit, Juniata will reimburse you up to $350 for hotel and transportation to come visit (a completed eligibility form is required).  Voted one of the 40 "Colleges That Change Lives", Juniata has been Test Optional since the nineties! While Juniata sports a hefty sticker price of $67K (annual total cost of attendance), 100% of accepted students receive merit scholarships between $20K-$36K per year, depending on GPA. Additionally, NMHS has a faculty member who's an alum, which could get you an additional $1,000/yr scholarship, as well. The average GPA of accepted students is a 3.7.  Click on the website link above for more info about Juniata.

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One of the best liberal arts colleges in the U.S., known for its community, environment and the flexibility in its rigorous academic programs which give students hands-on experience.

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Log into your Naviance account to see the list of college visits in the NMHS Career Center for this fall.

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Enable Student Success

Naviance helps students reach their goals by developing skills critical for college, career and life.

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College and Career Readiness Technology Solution | Naviance

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Naviance is a comprehensive K-12 college and career readiness solution that helps districts and schools align student strengths and interests to postsecondary goals, improving student outcomes and connecting learning to life.

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Avoiding a Senior Year Crisis: How to Effectively Build a Resume or Portfolio During High School

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Many high schoolers understand the need to have a wide range of extracurricular activities to showcase their experience base when applying for postsecondary opportunities. Encouraging students to begin this process early, and proactively document their experiences in an ongoing way can lead to a mor…

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It's free to apply to any of the University of Maine System Universities - and they're Test Optional!

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About the University of Maine System

Established in 1968, the University of Maine System is the state's largest educational enterprise.

It has an annual enrollment of nearly 30,000 students and positively impacts the lives of hundreds of thousands of Mainers each year through its educational and cultural offerings as well as outreach and public service to individuals, businesses, organizations and policymakers.

The System has an estimated $1.5 billion total statewide economy impact each year, a return of $7.50 for every dollar of State appropriation. Two-thirds of its alumni-approximately 120,000 people-live in Maine.

The University of Maine System is accessible with seven universities-some with multiple campuses-located across the state, as well as a law school, an additional 31 course sites, and Cooperative Extension.

The University of Maine System Chancellor's office is located in Estabrooke Hall on the University of Maine campus in Orono. System-wide services and governance employees work from campuses across the state.

Accreditation

The University of Maine System is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). This accreditation encompasses the System's constituent universities and law school: the University of Maine and its regional campus, the University of Maine at Machias; the University of Maine at Augusta; the University of Maine at Farmington; the University of Maine at Fort Kent; the University of Maine at Presque Isle; the University of Southern Maine; and the University of Maine School of Law.

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Free to Apply Colleges/Universities (for Fall 2023 Admission)

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Free to Apply Colleges/Universities (for Fall 2023 Admission)

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When Admissions Reps visited NMHS in Fall 2022, we asked them if they had any application fee waivers and/or were free to apply - these are the schools that said YES!

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Rep Visit Fact Sheet (Fall 2022) (Responses)

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College Board - SAT, AP, College Search and Admission Tools

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College Board is a non-profit organization that clears a path for all students to own their future through the AP Program, SAT Suite, BigFuture, and more.

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"It was a great help for both SAT and usual class work because it allowed me to study exactly what I needed to, when I needed to. Khan Academy let me work on what I specifically needed to learn rather than spending time on material I already knew."

Robert, Class of 2019

Pawleys Island, SC

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Start practicing for the SAT with a personalized study plan based on your PSAT/NMSQT score. It is simply the best place to prepare for the SAT, and it’s free!

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apply to college with common app | your future starts here

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Common App is a nonprofit organization of 1000+ colleges and universities that simplifies, informs, and supports your college application journey.

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Test Prep Tutoring | Online Test Preparation | The Princeton Review

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College Transitions’ Dataverse features a comprehensive array of tables, lists, and data designed to help students, parents and counselors more effectively navigate the college admission and financial aid process.

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College Transitions' Dataverse features a comprehensive array of tables, lists, and data designed to help students, parents and counselors more effectively navigate the college admission and financial aid process.

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Summer STEM Opportunity at the U.S. Naval Academy

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Many **highly competitive** summer programs at many locations for high academically-minded students

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If you're the kind of student who'd like to spend your summer learning as much hands-on math, science, and engineering as you can, you might be a good fit for MIT!

So here is an (incomplete) list of summer programs that MIT students have found enriching and fun. We have prioritized selective summer programs, at MIT and elsewhere, that offer compelling intellectual content and a rigorous educational approach, a great community of like-minded peers to make friends with, and that are either free to attend or, like MIT, offer generous need-based financial aid.

MIT summer programs

MIT does not offer open-enrollment summer programs where any high school student can come to campus to take courses and live in the residence halls. However, several partner organizations run small, specialized programs on campus. If studying the human genome, building a robot, or scoping out the stars sound like a fun way to spend your summer, then you might try one of these:

MITES Summer

MITES Summer is an intensive six-week residential academic enrichment program for high school juniors who intend to pursue careers in science, engineering, and entrepreneurship, especially those from minority backgrounds and other underrepresented segments of the population. The program is free of charge to participating students, not including transportation.

RSI

Research Science Institute (RSI) brings together high school students each summer for six stimulating weeks at MIT. This rigorous academic program stresses advanced theory and research in mathematics, science, and engineering. Participants attend college-level classes taught by distinguished faculty members and complete hands-on research. Open to high school juniors, the program is free of charge for those selected.

WTP

Women's Technology Program (WTP) is a women-focused program aimed at empowering students from groups that are historically underrepresented in engineering by providing a rigorous four-week summer academic experience that introduces 20 high school students to Mechanical Engineering (ME) through hands-on classes (taught by MIT graduate and undergraduate students), labs, and team-based projects in the summer after 11th grade.

SSP

While the Summer Science Program (SSP) is not on campus, MIT co-sponsors this residential program, and many MIT students are among the program's alumni. The curriculum is organized around a central research project in either Astrophysics, Biochemistry, or Genomics. In the Astrophysics program, each team of three students determines the orbit of a near-earth asteroid (minor planet) from direct astronomical observations. In the Biochemistry program, each team designs a small molecule to inhibit an enzyme from a fungal crop pathogen. In the Genomics program, each team builds a bioreactor to stimulate evolution of antibiotic resistance in E. coli, then analyzes its DNA for mutations. The programs are six weeks long and offered at locations in Colorado, New Mexico, and Indiana.

Beaver Works Summer Institute

Beaver Works Summer Institute (BWSI) is an intensive four-week program in July where high school juniors can get a taste of the MIT experience, while working on college-level curriculum with other students from around the country. BWSI is free to students, especially those who may be the first person in their family to attend college. They offer a range of courses-from Autonomous Underwater Vehicles to Quantum Software and to Serious Game Design with AI-with concentrations in programming autonomous systems and more! While this program is only open to high school juniors, there are also online programs offered for younger high school students.

Other summer programs at MIT

Do you want to spend part of your summer at MIT? In addition to the programs listed above, MIT also hosts the following programs:

Other selective summer programs

Most summer programs admit all or most students who can pay the (often high) tuition. However, a number of competitive-admission summer programs select only the best students on the basis of merit and are often free or comparatively affordable. MIT offers four of our own (above), and here are a few more from other organizations:
Science and research programs Math summer programs
The American Mathematical Society maintains a large list of youth summer enrichment programs in math. Some summer math programs that our applicants seem to like include:
State Governor's Schools

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At MIT Admissions, we recruit and enroll a talented and diverse class of undergraduates who will learn to use science, technology, and other areas of scholarship to serve the nation and the world in the 21st century.

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For girls and non-binary 9th-12th graders

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In the 2-week Summer Immersion Program (SIP), high school students attend live, virtual classes sponsored by industry-leading companies like MetLife, Bank of America, and Accenture. *New in 2023* SIP students will get an Introduction to Game Design. This year's program will focus on beginner to intermediate CS concepts, the iterative design process, UX design basics, and introduce students to tech industry!

Current 9th-11th graders (now accepting eligible summer alumni!)

$300 needs-based grant provided (for eligible students in the United States)

WHAT IS THE SELF-PACED PROGRAM?

In the Self-Paced Program, high school students can explore web development in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or more intermediate applications of Python with a focus on cybersecurity or our new data science courses! During the Self-Paced Program, students work at their own pace while having the opportunity to build community through weekly live advisory sessions and activities. This program is open to all high school students, graduating seniors, and summer programs alumni!

Current 9th-12th graders (including summer alumni and graduating seniors!!)

6 weeks to complete course projects at your own pace

Want to learn more?

Check out our live and on-demand webinars to get your questions answered by Girls Who Code team members and alumni.

We are accepting applications from students ages 14-18, anywhere in the world!

Join our summer teaching team and participate in our innovative teacher training that shows you how to spark interest in computer science and equip students with the skills to succeed.

Get access to our free resources for educators, from our women in tech spotlights to sisterhood activities, facilitator lesson plans, and more!

Become part of our diverse network of teachers who are committed to closing the gender gap in technology and advancing women in computer science.

See What Our Girls Are Creating

Girls in our summer programs code websites, apps, and video games to address problems facing their communities-from climate change, to cyberbullying, to literacy.

Girls, Women and Nonbinary Individuals Coding

Our programs have served 500,000 girls across the country and around the world since 2012.

Half of our girls served come from historically underrepresented groups. This includes girls who are Black, Latinx, and from low-income households.

Our alumni are choosing to major in computer science, or related fields, at a rate 7 times the U.S. average.

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In the 2-week Summer Immersion Program (SIP), high school students attend live, virtual classes sponsored by industry-leading companies like MetLife, Bank of America, and Accenture. *New in 2023* SIP students will get an Introduction to Game Design. This year's program will focus on beginner to intermediate CS concepts, the iterative design process, UX design basics, and introduce students to tech industry!

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4/2 thru 7/8 - U.S. Coast Guard Info Sessions, Station Tours, etc.!

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4/2 thru 7/8 - U.S. Coast Guard Info Sessions, Station Tours, etc.!

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Get a tour of station life with the Coast Guard!  Learn about various career vocations in the U.S. Coast Guard: Electronics Technician, Marine Science Technician, Health Services Technician, Yeoman, Culinary Specialist, Maritime Law Enforcement, and Machinery Technician. Join the Coast Guard at one of their multiple events at Station New London Station New Haven, and more.  If weather and operations permit, students may be able to take a boat ride in Long Island Sound.  Participants must be age 16 and up. For some of the events, participants will receive a free Coast Guard tee shirt. Click HERE to register for an event!

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7/17-7/28 - National Summer Transportation Institute at CCSU

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7/17-7/28 - National Summer Transportation Institute at CCSU

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Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) will host the 2023 National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) Program for high school participants in Connecticut. This will be a non-residential program for two consecutive weeks (from July 17th to 21st and July 24th to 28th).  The purpose of this NSTI Program is to create awareness and stimulate interest in higher education and careers in the transportation industry.

The curriculum will expose participants to new frontiers and adventures such as highway design, transportation of people and cargo, inter-modal operations, laws, regulations, safety, and career opportunities.  In addition, participants will participate in enrichment activities, such as computer training, field trips, and hands-on projects.

Approximately twenty in rising 10th to 12th grades will receive full scholarships to participate in the NSTI program. Scholarships will include tuition, study supplies, workshops, facility usage, speakers, lunch, and field trips. Transportation to and from CCSU campus needs to be arranged by participants and will be reimbursed according to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) rules.  Click HERE for more information and to download the application.

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Are you an incoming Junior and Seniors (23-24) that has an interest in photography?

ASAP! has a summer program with Hartford Arts School in West Hartford that students can sign up for to learn about Analog (Dark Room) photography. This program has sliding scale, so any amount from $0 to $500. We have bussing from Woodbury daily.

The program is filling quickly! Click on the above link for more info & to register!

SUMMER PHOTOGRAPHY INTENSIVE
Weekdays, 9AM-4PM

June 22-23, June 26-30, July 5-7
Photo Exhibition: July 7 at 3PM

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Hartford Art School, University of Hartford
Taub Hall
200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117

WHEN

Weekdays, 9AM-4PM
June 22-23, June 26-30, July 5-7
Photo Exhibition: July 7 at 3PM

COST

Select option when registering: $0, $100, $200, $300, or $500
Supplies, bussing, and lunch included.
Financial aid available; you must register for this program before applying. Apply here.

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Hartford Art School, University of HartfordTaub Hall200 Bloomfield AvenueWest Hartford, CT 06117 Weekdays, 9AM-4PMJune 22-23, June 26-30, July 5-7Photo Exhibition: July 7 at 3PM Select option when registering: $0, $100, $200, $300, or $500Supplies, bussing, and lunch included.Financial aid available; you must register for this program before applying. Apply here.