Governor's Honors Program:  The Time Is Now!

The Governor's Honors Program (GHP) is a highly selective program for gifted and talented high school students.  This is a residential summer program that allows for students to experience academic, cultural, and social enrichment; students have the opportunity to major and study in an area of concentration while exploring other academic or artistic genres through minor studies.  Students collaborate with other like-minded peers as they learn from prestigious faculty from across the state.  GHP is an experience like none other as it seeks to facilitate an environment that fosters the development of global critical thinkers, innovators, and leaders in the next generation of students.

Think GHP sounds amazing?  You are right!  How do you find out more about this opportunity?  GHP is ONLY open to current sophomores and juniors.  Students must be nominated (either by a teacher or self-nominated) to compete in one of the 11 content areas. Check out the links below to learn more about areas of nomination, the application process, and the selection process.  Mrs. Dooley is your point of contact on GHP, and she will hold an information session for all interested sophomores and juniors this Friday, September 23rd, during Titan Time in the PLC (next to the counseling office).  So if you think you have what it takes to compete with the best around the state and you would like to self-nominate for GHP, please make plans to attend the meeting as Mrs. Dooley will break it all down for you.  Hope to see you Friday!

Governor's Honors Program Information
GHP Areas of Nomination
GHP Application Resource

Join the School of Liberal Arts at ABAC for a Summer Young Writer’s Conference on Saturday, May 7th!

This one day conference is designed specifically for high school students interested in writing.  Participants will attend workshops taught by published (and award winning) authors. Our featured author is Tom Phillips who is flying in from NYC. He used to write for the CBS News (including for Dan Rather and Walter Cronkite). He is also the author of the book A Beginner’s Life. The workshop will also feature a contest for Fiction, Non Fiction, Poetry and Short Video. Students can submit their entries to abacyoungwriters@gmail.com

Other faculty include Sandra Giles (ABAC Professor of English), Brandi Arrington (faculty advisor to Pegasus), Tom Grant (DuPont award winning journalist and faculty advisor to The Stallion), and Jordan Cofer (author of The Gospel According to Flannery O’Connor and Writing the Nation: A Concise Introduction to American Literature).

WRITING CONTEST:

This year’s conference is offering prizes in fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and short film.  All participants are encouraged to participate (no additional fee).  To enter, send any of the following to abacyoungwriters@gmail.com

Up to three poems (up to fifty lines)

A single creative nonfiction essay (up to 2000 words)

A short film (up to two minutes long, MPEG, or MP4 format only)

There will be an award to the winner of each category.

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE:

ABAC Young Writers Conference Workshop

8:00-8:20—Check in, Breakfast

8:30-9:00—Welcome/About ABAC/Tour

9:00-10:15—Session I, Poetry Workshop (Dr. Jeff Newberry)

10:30-11:45—Session II, Non-Fiction Workshop (Tom Phillips)

11:45-1:00—Lunch

1:00-2:15—Session III, Fiction Workshop (Dr. Sandra Giles & Brandi Arrington)

2:30-3:00—Tom Phillips, “A Beginner’s Life”

3:00-3:30—Q & A with the Authors

3:30-4:00—Reception and Awards

For more information and to register, please visit our website (http://www.abac.edu/academics/schools/liberal-arts/outreach/register-for-abacs-summer-writing-workshop). Spots are limited!

EarthCare: The Leadership Challenge of the 21st Century

Georgia Power is once again recruiting students for the 21st Century Leaders program, a week-long summer leadership institute, and Georgia Power is serving as the corporate sponsor. Please see the attachments for details and any questions you may have. Applications are due March 28th.   Ninety students will be selected.

Students are required to submit an application and secure a recommendation from a teacher, counselor or youth leader. Students must be currently a freshman, sophomore or junior. There is no cost for the program, but transportation is required.

EarthCare: The Leadership Challenge of the 21st Century will be hosted by Berry College in Rome, GA during June 12 – 17.

Included here:

• A 2015 Earthcare Evaluation report so that you can see thegreat results.
• Earthcare Flyer
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Recruiting information 

The students also learn about several things that Georgia Power is doing to preserve and protect our environment, including energy audits, a plant tour and a group project.

This link will take you to the program description, online application and recommendation forms.

Please let us know if we can answer any questions.

Nathan Bartlett CEM®

Georgia Power Co

1001 Prince Ave

Athens, GA 30606

Office: 706-357-6543

Cell: 706-247-9997

Boys and Girls State

Each summer the American Legion hosts a Model Senate that they call Boys State or Girls State.  Students who are interested in seeking to gain admission to a Service Academy are strongly encouraged to attend one of these.  Vickie Burroughs is our contact for admission into this program.  Here is a quick note to you about this opportunity:

It is our hope that North Oconee High School will be able to discover there are a few more bright, intelligent, and ambitious students eager to take part in such a wonderful program this summer.

The link to Georgia Boys State is http://www.dogboysstate.org/. The link to Georgia Girls State is http://www.georgiagirlsstate.org. Those sites contain all the information about the program, the application forms, schedule of events, what they need to bring, etc.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email me and I will be glad to answer any questions.

Vickie Burroughs

Adjutant, Post #20

Athens, GA

706-708-2027

Plum Creek Community Scholarship

The folks at Plum Creek are offering a $1000 scholarship to a graduating senior who is going to a four year, two year or technical college in the fall of 2016. Applications are due by January 27, 2016.

Plum Creek Community Scholarship Application

The NOHS PTO Scholarship- Quick Turn Around!

The NOHS PTO will award $500 to one female and $500 to one male student at North Oconee.  The committee is looking to recognize school and community involvement and solid character.  Applications are due by 3 pm in the Guidance Office on April 24th.

NOHS PTO Scholarship Application

Scholarship for Latino Students at Georgia Southern

The Goizeta Foundation has established a scholarship at Georgia Southern University for a student of Latino heritage to use to pursue a degree in education at Georgia Southern.  If you meet these two requirements, please click on the link below to learn more and to access the application.  Applications are due by April 1, 2015.

http://coe.georgiasouthern.edu/students/goizueta-scholars/

The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship

These 3 to 5 $2500 scholarships will go to one senior who has demonstrated outstanding leadership through community service.  This scholarship is also based upon need, therefore, family income cannot exceed $60,000 per year.  The applicant pool is made up of students from around the country.  Applications are due by March 31, 2015.

Information Letter for The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship
Checklist for The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship
Application for The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship
Criteria for The Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship

The Dr. John Jackson Scholarship from Peach State Federal Credit Union

Peach State Federal Credit Union is pleased to offer the Dr. John Jackson Scholarship.  This scholarship honors Dr. John Jackson, retired Superintendent of Oconee County Schools, for his contributions to the Oconee County school system.  It will be awarded to an Oconee County Public School graduating senior pursuing a degree in education. Applications are due to Peach State Federal Credit Union no later than March 20, 2015.

Dr. John Jackson Scholarship Application

Legacy Student Scholarship from Peach State Federal Credit Union

Peach State Federal Credit Union is pleased to offer the 13th Annual Legacy Student Scholarships, given in honor of past and present Board members and employees who have served Peach State for 20 years or more.  These nine $2,500 scholarships will be awarded in May to high school seniors who will be attending college to pursue a degree in education and plan to return to Georgia to teach.  Applications are due to Peach State Federal Credit Union no later than March 20, 2015.

Legacy Student Scholarship Application

Hugh O'Brian Leadership Award for Sophomores

The Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Award has been given annually to a sophomore who has been an outstanding leader at school and in the community.  This award is based upon sturdy academic achievement, and even more importantly, good citizenship.  One outstanding sophomore from North Oconee will be recognized as the Hugh O'Brian Award winner this year.  This could be you!  Applications are available in the counseling office or by clicking on the link below, and are due by October 17th, 2014.  The winner will be recognized at Honors Night in May, and will have the chance to go to the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Conference this coming June 11th thru June 14th, 2015 at Georgia College in Milledgeville, GA.  The cost of this conference is not part of the award.  Any sophomore who is not selected for this award is still eligible and encouraged to attend this leadership conference, space permitting.  To learn more about H.O.B.Y., go to http://www.gahoby.org/2.html

HOBY 2014-15 Application

Oconee State Bank Junior Board

Each year, the Oconee State Bank takes on a junior board made up of high school seniors from Oconee County.  Participation in this event will allow students who are interested in banking and finance or who want to just learn more about the fundamental structures that make up the relationship of the community and its home town bank.  If you are interested in participating in this year-long evnt that will meet once a month, please email Michael Kulp (mkulp@oconeeschools.org) no later than September 2nd to let him know that you are interested.

Attention Seniors Considering NC State

Your counselor can nominate competitive students for the Park Scholarship at NC State.  If you are interested being nominated because you plan on certainly applying to NC State, you should stop by to see your counselor or send an email to:
Mike Kulp- mkulp@oconeeschools.org
Leslie Dooley- ldooley@oconeeschools.org
Christy Conley- cconley@oconeeschools.org

Fox's Pizza Junior Board for Juniors and Seniors

The Fox's Junior Advisory Board is a volunteer opportunity to learn more about business and marketing in Oconee while providing valuable points of view. Plus, you will enjoy a free Fox's dinner once a month!  We would love to have several juniors or seniors from each school participate.

Qualified applicants will excel at their school coursework and be a current junior or senior in high school, and be willing to attend most if not all regular meetings. A willingness to get involved in the community, share ideas and engage others is a bonus. They will also host a special guest speaker from the community each month. This is sure to be a rewarding experience for all.

Applications will be accepted until around the end of August, and meeting dates will be determined by the schedule of the group. Meetings will generally be once a month at Fox's including a free dinner and last approximately one hour. There will also be opportunities to participate in regular Fox's events.  Here is a link to the advisory board application on Fox’s website...

http://www.foxspizzaoconee.com/foxs-junior-advisory-board/

Here Is a Great Opportunity if You Love History and Are Looking for a Learning Opportunity

This is an opportunity for JUNIORS.

The Watson Brown Foundation of the T. R. R. Cobb House is proud to once again sponsor the Watson Brown Junior Board of Trustees.  You can be a part of the seven to thirteen member group from surrounding counties.  As a member of this group, you would have the responsibility of determining how a $33,000 grant would be spent on a local historical preservation project.  This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a committee that makes important decisions and oversees the implementation of these projects.  If you are interested, please fill out the attached application.  The Due date is September 19, 2014.

Watson Brown Junior Board Application

NASA Opportunity for Female High School Juniors

Women in STEM High School Aerospace Scholars (WISH) is an interactive on-line science, technology, engineering and mathematics learning experience for female high school juniors from across the U.S., culminating in a one-week residential experience at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston.  Offered at no cost to the student, WISH consists of seven online modules and a final project from January 2014 through May 2014 under the guidance of certified educators.  Based on success in the online coursework, students may be selected to attend a week-long summer experience where they will interact with NASA scientists, engineers and technologists to design a human mission to Mars.  Additionally throughout the online portion and summer experience, these young women will be introduced to NASA female role models who will share their education and career paths.

Interested students can access the application and additional information at the following website:
http://wish.aerospacescholars.org. 
The deadline for the application and all supporting documentation is midnight CT, January 30th, 2014.

The project is sponsored by NASA and the Education Flights Project Office and offered at no cost to the participants.

Governor's Honors Program (GHP)

 

The selection process has begun for the Governor's Honors Program.

 

The Georgia Governor's Honors Program (GHP) is a four-week, summer residential program designed to provide intellectually gifted and artistically talented high school students challenging and enriching educational opportunities not usually available during the regular school year.

 

Current sophomores and juniors are eligible for participation and students can self-nominate to compete for GHP slots. There will be an information meeting for students on Friday, September 20th at 7:45 in the Professional Learning Center. Any student interested in participating in the Governor's Honors Program should plan on attending this meeting. This meeting is mandatory. If students need more information regarding the program, they should consult their counselor.

Wendy's High School Heisman for Senior Athletes

Wendy's High School Heisman recognizes an outstanding male and female athlete from every school. National Finalists are chosen and recognized at the Heisman Trophy Awards in New York City. 

Seniors, Class of 2014, who have at least a "B" grade average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport can apply at WendysHeisman.com.  This is a really good way to get well deserved recognition for your accomplishments on and off the field.  Face it, you worked really hard to fit in academics AND a sport or two, three or more.  You deserved to be recognized.

The deadline to apply is October 2, 2013. 

Are You Interested in the Banking Industry?

Oconee State Bank will once again assemble a Junior Board for the 2013-14 school year.  This is a honorable program that will allow students a "behind-the-scenes" look at how banks at the community level functions.  This experience will allow students the opportunity to network and talk with adults from their community.  The relationship made through this experience will serve participants with vital connections for the future.  The Oconee State Bank is inviting North Oconee High School to nominate six seniors for this opportunity.  One Meeting a month is required for participation.  Only seniors who are willing to invest this little bit of time should seek nomination.  After looking at the meeting dates (which are attached), you wishj to be nominated, please send Mike Kulp mkulp@oconeeschools.org an email with a short paragraph as to why you would like to have one of North Oconee's six spots on the Junior Board by Sept. 1st, 2013.  Any student who participates in this will be recognized at Honors Night for their service.

Oconee State Bank Junior Board Meeting Dates