The New Hanover County ABC Board is sponsoring an Underage Drinking Prevention & Education Award for high school students in New Hanover County. Students who apply are eligible to receive a $1,500 scholarship award; final awards will be selected by a panel of judges at the NHCABC Board.

An info session will be held in Room 139 on MONDAY 2/24 at 10:00am.

Please review the requirements in the Award Specifications linked here.

Instructions for creating an account for the application are linked here.

Shoot Like a Girl, a Wilmington-based, summer program focused on workforce development for high school girls. Our curriculum is dedicated to giving them the skills and confidence to become future filmmakers.

Looking to connect with any students who have an interest in storytelling, film, photography, theatre and the arts in general. Camp is led by award-winning industry professionals and is centered on hands-on experience. It is an intensive film-making summer day camp.

Learn more and get inspired by our programs in this 2-minute video.

Applications for the impact-driven, four-year, full-tuition Cameron Impact Scholarship are officially open for the CLASS OF 2026.

*** WE ARE LIMITED TO ACCEPTING A TOTAL OF 3,000 COMPLETE APPLICATIONS***

The Cameron Impact Scholarship is impact-driven and open to all applicants who meet the GPA and citizenship requirements, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, religion, sexual orientation or any other background factors. Integrity, intelligence, motivation, work ethic, and willingness to serve others are the strongest indicators of a worthy educational investment.

· 15 scholarships awarded per annum

· Four-year, full tuition scholarship (actual dollar amount varies based upon school selection)

· Freedom in choice of school and area of study

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Maintain a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of a 3.7/4.0 scale or equivalent in their high school studies;
• Be a full citizen of the United States of America;
• Be in the high school graduating Class of 2026, planning to enroll in a full-time course of study towards a degree at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university for the full academic year following high school graduation;
• Show proven excellence in extracurricular activities, be motivated leaders with a strong work ethic, demonstrate active participation in community service and/or civic minded arenas; and

• Submit the following three components by the Application Deadline:
  • Online Application;
  • Two required Letters of Recommendation (one must come from current school affiliated personnel); and
  • Transcript certifying academic performance - unofficial copy is acceptable.

EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025 - 12:00PM / NOON PT

https://www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org/scholarship

For students 9-12

Rising high school seniors can experience college life on Carolina’s campus. Project Uplift seeks to engage participants in an immersive experience that connects them with UNC-Chapel Hill. Participants learn about the admissions and financial aid process, build meaningful connections with students from across the country, attend a culture show, and interact with Carolina students, faculty, and staff. Parents/guardians have the option to attend a parent panel, where they learn about academic and campus resources available to their student.

Project Uplift is designed to allow students to experience learning in a variety of different university contexts, from large lectures to small seminars and, most important, from interactions with current Carolina students. The cost to participate in Project Uplift is $50.

Click here to register for Project Uplift.

The 2025-2026 UNCF STEM Scholars Program is an initiative designed to identify and provide scholarship and academic support for high school students who aspire to earn STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degrees and to pursue careers in STEM fields, awarding 100 scholarships on an annual basis. The program enables highly capable young people to pursue undergraduate STEM majors and prepares them for successful careers in a variety of STEM professions. If you are willing and able, please share this opportunity with students that may qualify for this program.

Deadline: 3/24/2025 at 5:00pm EST

Click Here To See Eligibility Requirements and Apply

Information Webinar details and the registration link are below:

2025-2026 STEM Scholars Program webinar

February 25, 2025 6:00-7:00 p.m. EST

Link to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/I9UzC9suRRyRGAn5uMVlWw

2025-2026 STEM Scholars Program office hours

March 11, 2025 6:00-7:00 p.m. EST

Link to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qtm3FtwzQZepTLc1NpD6Tw

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.

Boston University Summer Journalism Academy offers students hands-on experience in reporting, writing, and storytelling. Taught by award-winning journalists, it’s a great opportunity for students to build valuable skills for college and beyond.

We offer on-campus (June 23–July 11) and online options (June 16, June 30, July 13) and early applicants can save $200–$400 by applying before March 2.

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This one-week program is designed for current high school juniors, offering them a unique opportunity to experience life as a Cadet at West Point. The action-packed week will be both challenging and rewarding, with participants taking part in:

• Four hands-on academic workshops selected from 17 different options, taught by West Point faculty.

• Physical and mental challenges, including indoor and outdoor obstacle courses, intramurals, and the Candidate Fitness Assessment.

• Leadership and character development through team challenges, the Leader Reaction Course, and ethics discussions led by West Point Cadets.

Check out the SLE 2024 VIDEO to learn more about the experience.

Students can choose between two SLE sessions:

• May 31 – June 6

• June 7 – June 13

Applications for SLE open on February 15, and selections will be made on a rolling basis starting March 15. Completing this application also fulfills the first portion of the application to West Point.

West Point provides scholarships to cover the costs of SLE fees and travel expenses for students who have proven financial need.

Learn more here: West Point Summer Leader Experience

Apply to SLE: SLE Application

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.

Future GAC meeting dates:

March 17

April 7

May 19

All meetings are from 6:00-7:00pm at the Spencer Board Room at 1805 S. 15th Street

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.

Information about these opportunities was provided in previous newsletters. Check the archive to get more details and links to registration/applications.

• Wilmington Choral Society Scholarship (12) - Feb. 28
• Ronald Reagan Debate Series (9-12)
• Marine Scholarship - March 1
• Horatio Alger (11th) - March 1
• NYT Info Writing Contest 99-12) - March 15
• Stossel Essay contest (5-12) - March 21
• Wilmington Road Runners Scholarship (12) - March 21
• O'Connor Institute Ambassadors Online Civics & Debate Club (9-12) - March 29
• NC Design Camp (10-12) - April 11

All previous Scholarship Newsletters are archived here.

Email: reagan.mauk@nhcs.net

NHHS Office: 501

Laney Office: 401 in media center