Hoggard High School AIG Update
January 13, 2025
Opportunities of all kinds!
If you would like to schedule an individual meeting for this week send me an email as we are mid testing and schedules are a little unpredictable. Or, aim for sometime the two following weeks and follow my calendar for the correct dates
AIG Student Research Survey
A student in the AP Research course at Ashley High School is conducting research focused on AIG students. If you are willing to participate, please take a moment to complete the following survey. Participants will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Chik-Fil-A gift card.
(LAST CHANCE) Bank of America Student Leaders Program (11th & 12th): Deadline Jan. 15th
The Student Leaders Program is an 8-week paid summer internship that provides local youth tangible work experience and insights into the important work of nonprofits in our communities. This year we will select 2 New Hanover County students and place them in a summer internship with a local non-profit. Interns will also receive a week-long all-expense-paid trip to Washington D.C. for our Student Leaders Summit – a conference designed for all of our Bank of America Student Leaders, across the franchise, that focuses on leadership and civic responsibilities. Applicants must be either in the 11th or 12th grade to apply and must be current New Hanover residents. The ideal student should be interested in civics, leadership and/or non-profit work. The application window is open through January 15th. This internship is highly competitive and offers $17 an hour.
Interested applicants can apply for the program by going to: www.bankofamerica.com/studentleaders
NCHSAA Foundation Scholarships
Application Opens: 10/1/2024 | Deadline: 2/20/2025
Jerry McGee Endowed Scholarship
Application Opens: 11/1/2024 | Deadline: 2/3/2025
Pat Gainey Student Scholarship Award
Application Opens: 12/10/2024 | Deadline: 3/19/2025
The Alford Family Golf Scholarship
Application Opens: 10/1/2024 | Deadline:3/1/2025
Tony Cullen Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Application Opens: 3/1/2025 | Deadline:4/15/2025
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Be enrolled full time as a high school junior in the United States
Exhibit a strong commitment to complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
Demonstrate financial need ($65,000 or lower household income)
Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
Be a United States citizen
If you would like to know more about the Horatio Alger Association scholarships, please consider attending their live Info Session in January 15 @1:00-1:30. Click here to RSVP.
The application deadline is January 26th
Click the button below to join the google classroom for all the information you need to apply.
NC State Design Camp: Registration opens January 29th
High School Explorations Residential Camp
Rising 10th, 11th and 12th Grade
JUNE 22 – 28, 2025
An exploratory residential program covering the range of studio disciplines offered at the College of Design: Architecture, Graphic and Experience Design, Industrial Design and Media Arts, Design and Technology. Residential camp projects require more time in the studio, making the daily schedule much like that of an actual College of Design student. Students also participate in evening activities aimed at strengthening their critical creative thinking, deepening their understanding of the design fields, and preparing them for college level study.
Ideal for: This camp is perfect for rising 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students interested in exploring all of the undergraduate studio based majors offered at the College of Design, and experiencing what residential life is like for College of Design students.
Cost: $1500 (includes housing, meals, instruction, supplies, activities, and insurance)
Student-Staff Ratio: 4:1
Seats Total: 120
Sample Program Schedule: Click Here (Please note this is a sample schedule. Final schedules will be sent to registrants in May.)
Registrations after April 11 will incur a $50 late fee.
Design Immersions Residential Program
Rising 11th and 12th Grade
JUNE 17, JULY 13 – 19, 2025
An immersive, pre-college program introducing students to fundamentals of design through the creation of a week-long design project in a studio environment. Prior to camp, students will attend an online summer orientation, on June 17, to gain access to online Design Fundamentals videos and activities, and have the chance to rank their choice of studio projects to complete. During residential week, students will complete one studio project, aiming for portfolio quality work, and participate in critical and creative thinking activities preparing them for college level study in design.
Ideal for: This program is perfect for rising 11th and 12th grade students interested in aiming to complete a portfolio quality project, and experiencing what residential life is like for College of Design students.
Cost: $1550 (includes online prep modules, housing, meals, instruction, supplies, activities, and insurance)
Student-Staff Ratio: 4:1
Seats Total: 100
Sample Program Schedule: Click Here (Please note this is a sample schedule. Final schedules will be sent to registrants in May.)
Registrations after April 11 will incur a $50 late fee.
Boys State Interview Date options will be:
January 29th, 6:00pm, American Legion Post 10
February 19th, 6:00pm, American Legion Post 10
March 19th, 6:00pm, American Legion Post 10
April 16th, 6:00pm, American Legion Post 10
Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship (9-12) - deadline Jan. 30
Scholarship Value: $1,000
Awards Available: 1
Award Deadline: Jan 30, 2025
Young people spend an average of 7.5 hours a day consuming media--and this doesn't include computer use for schoolwork--according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. With technology always at the ready at your fingertips, it can be a challenge to unplug. But taking a break from technology is healthy for both the mind and body. The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the negative effects of too much screen time.
Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. Deadline: January 30, 2025
How to apply: Complete the application form including a 140-character message about technology addiction. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full-length 500- to 1,000-word essay about technology addiction.
How we'll select the winner: We'll select the 10 finalists based on the content of the 140-character message. The winner will be selected based on the content and creativity of the 500- to 1,000-word essay.
O'Connor Institute Ambassadors ONLINE Civics & Debate Club - March 29, 2025 Registration Deadline
Want to impress colleges, sharpen your leadership talents, connect with other driven students from around the country, enhance your civics knowledge and civil discourse skills, and debate the most important civics topics facing our communities and nation?
Look no further: The O’Connor Institute Ambassadors Civics & Debate Club is for you.
Compete for a $5,000 college scholarship (See Below)
Hone your speech and debate skills
Deepen your understanding of civics and how American government works
Get involved and make a difference in your community
Engage in online civics-related discussion and debate students from across the country
Earn a cord for graduation
And . . . it’s online and totally free!
College Info / New Info for Seniors
Join us for our Finish the FAFSA night on January 15th, 2025!
In the Media Center from 5-7 pm. UNCW, CFCC, and CFNC trained Financial Aid representatives will be on campus to present and help families with FAFSA-related questions. Light snacks will be provided!
Other opportunities for assistance are below.
Volunteer/Leadership Opportunities
Volunteer for the Division A Science Olympiad Tournament
Are you ready to ignite the spirit of discovery and champion the scientists of tomorrow? The Science Olympiad tournament is just around the corner, and we need your energy and expertise to make it an unforgettable event for our elementary students!
Date: March 1, 2025 (Yes...it is a Saturday)
Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Ashley High School
This day of friendly competition will showcase student brilliance in STEM across events like engineering challenges, chemistry labs, and scientific problem-solving. We’d love for you to join the action as a volunteer!
Ways You Can Help:
Event Assistant: Assist event leaders, guide students, and celebrate their hard work.
Timers/Proctors: Keep the competition running smoothly by managing time
Hall Monitors: Assists competitors and volunteers as needed
General Support: Be the friendly face that ensures everything goes according to plan.
Perks of Volunteering:
5 Volunteer Hours - just make sure you sign in and sign out.
A front-row seat to students’ incredible creativity and knowledge.
A delicious free lunch (and coffee to fuel the day!).
The satisfaction of knowing you’ve inspired the next generation of scientists.
No prior experience with Science Olympiad is required; we’ll provide all the training you need. Whether you’re a science enthusiast, a team cheerleader, or just love seeing students excel, there’s a role for you.
Cape Fear River Watch - 2nd Saturday Clean-Up
Each month on the 2nd Saturday, CFRW conducts a community clean-up somewhere in the local Cape Fear area. Clean-ups are almost always from 9am-11am. Anyone can sign-up to join the clean-up event. CFRW staff provide gloves, trash/recycle bags, and grabbers for volunteers. Check the calendar each month as locations are usually TBD until about a week before. You should register to attend so they will have enough supplies. Click on the event in the CFRW calendar to register.
Gifted Advisory Council
The GAC is an independent council of families, community members, business leaders, and NHCS staff who meet monthly to support and advocate for the NHCS AIG Program. The GAC is part of the community partnership standard in the 2022-2025 AIG Plan. The council provides perspectives, information, and independent initiatives that are not shared through regular NHCS AIG communications. Please use the link below to join the GAC's mailing list for newsletters and other information for how to support your student and their school's AIG program.
The meetings are from 6-7pm at the Spencer Boardroom, 1805 s. 15th Street.
January 13th
February 17th
March 17th
April 7th
May 19th
Please use the link below to join the GAC's mailing list for newsletters and other information for how to support your student and their school's AIG program.
Previously Featured Competitions/Contests
Information about these opportunities was provided in previous newsletters. Check the archive to get more details and links to registration/applications.
- Youth Legislative Assembly - Jan. 13
- NCSA Visual Arts Program Applications for 2025-26 Academic Year - deadline Jan. 15
- JFK Profiles in Courage Essay Contest (9-12) - deadline Jan. 17
- NC Aviation Art Contest - deadline Jan. 17
- C-SPAN’s StudentCam Documentary Competition - Jan 20
- Azalea Youth Art Contest - Jan. 28
- Broad Horizons Scholarship (11) - Jan. 31
- ExploraVision Awards (10-12) - Jan. 31
- Mathworks Math Modeling Challenge - Feb. 21
- STOSSEL Essay Contest - March 21
Scholarship Website
Jennifer Crudeli
Email: jennifer.crudeli@nhcs.net
AHS Office: 405
Hoggard Office: 104B

