Month: January 2020

The College of Science is offering several fun and educational camps this summer for rising 6th through 12th graders. Campers will carry out experiments, work with cutting-edge technology, and solve real-life problems. Our talented professors and staff will inspire and prepare campers for a great future in science! Camps include:

• Explore Science (an array of topics)
• CSI: Blacksburg
• Outbreak at Virginia Tech
• Geosciences: Using Data & Technology to Understand Earth and Mars
• Nanocamp

For more info, click HERE. Some scholarships are available.

ECPI will be visiting during student lunches next week on February 5th. They have some new and exciting things to share with Godwin students including items from their 3D printer!

Students, are you interested in learn more about Community College options and their Guaranteed Admissions Agreements? Sign up here to attend Monday’s common study information session: https://forms.gle/RbbHYE8yxQe4uYGx8

School Counselors are still getting contacted by college representatives to present to students this spring. University of Alabama and Lynchburg University will be visiting us soon!

Click here to see when college admissions officers come to Godwin: https://forms.gle/ob3KV93mzxaeeECAA

ACE Center Application Reminder: If you are interested in applying to any of the ACE programs for next year, please be reminded that all applications are due by Thursday, January 30^th. Don’t miss out! Please return completed applications to the school counseling office.

All first generation students are invited to apply to a STEM Scholar program at Virginia Tech called the Pathways for Future Engineers Program. Students are invited to apply to become a Pathways Scholar through the Pathways for Future Engineers program in the Virginia Tech College of Engineering. The Pathways Scholar program is an all-expenses covered program in the Center for the Enhancement of Engineering Diversity that supports first-generation students and their families on the pathway from high school to an engineering degree. The Pathways Scholar program includes the following:

Campus Visits

Multiple campus events with all expenses covered for Pathways Scholars and a Pathways Partner (e.g., a parent, teacher, mentor, or other significant adult)

Engineering Exposure

Through summer programs, there are opportunities to have hands-on exposure to engineering careers, including team-based design projects and laboratory activities

College Application Support

Support for students and families on financial aid, college applications, SAT/ACT testing, and admissions essays

Building Community

Connect with current Virginia Tech students, faculty, and staff as well as other prospective students from the state of Virginia

Summer Program

Our 2020 Cohort of Pathways Scholars will receive full scholarships to attend our Pathways 2020 Summer program, scheduled for July 11-25 at the Virginia Tech Blacksburg Campus. Food, lodging, and transportation costs to and from the Blacksburg campus are also provided for Pathways Scholars.

All Program Costs Covered for Pathways Scholars

Students selected as Pathways Scholars attend for FREE. For every Pathways event, we cover lodging, transportation, and food costs for Pathways Scholars.

Eligibility

Virginia high school students currently in 9^th, 10^th, or 11^th grade who are first generation (i.e., neither parent has a bachelor’s degree) are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Applications can be completed online at this link. Paper applications can be accessed here and mailed to:

Pathways

215 Hancock Hall (0275)

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA 24061

Please note the priority application deadline of February 1. Applications will require approximately 1-2 hours for prospective Pathways Scholars to complete. After February 1, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Please feel free to contact Dr. Ashley Taylor Repisky at 540-231-2226 or pathways@vt.edu if you have any questions.

NAMI Central Virginia, the Weinstein JCC and NAMI Virginia will host a film screening of “Suicide, The Ripple Effect” (https://reelabilities.org/film/suicide-the-ripple-effect/) on Wednesday, February 19 from 6:30-9:15 p.m (His story is incredible!)

To reserve your seat, visit this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reelabilities-suicide-the-ripple-effect-film-screening-tickets-90793454667.

Light refreshments will be served, and the film will start promptly at 7 p.m. A dialogue with a panel of mental health experts will follow the film.

This event is free to the public – a suggested donation of $10 will be accepted at the door or after the event. The proceeds will go to support NAMI Central Virginia programs.

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Now hiring lifeguards, managers, and guest service attendants if you are looking for a great summer work experience.

Henrico’s Division of Recreation and Parks is hiring for their summer camp programs. They are particularly looking for juniors and seniors, but sophomores and freshmen can apply.

Please contact Katie Jones, Recreation Coordinator for more information: 804.652. 1427 or jon105@henrico.us