Hoggard High School AIG Update
February 2, 2026
Feb. 17 - The McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship
The McDonald’s HACER National Scholarship opens doors and transforms futures with $1 million in scholarships awarded to support up to 100 outstanding students across the country, giving them the boost they need to chase their dreams. To date, more than 17,000 students have written their own stories with the help of over $35 million in scholarships. They are proof that dedication, passion and hard work have no limits.
Recipients are selected for their academic achievements, community impact, personal statement, and financial need. For McDonald’s, supporting these students means believing in them and in everything their future holds. Register to Apply Here
Summit Education: 2026 Summer Programs
Summit Education hosts virtual summer programs for high-achieving students interested in STEM. In 2026, students have the opportunity to apply to the Summit STEM Fellowship (SSF) and Summit Research Scholars (SRS).
Summit STEM Fellowship (SSF): SSF empowers the next generation of STEM leaders by helping students explore a wide range of STEM fields and career pathways while building leadership and life skills. The program is structured as a flexible 10–15 hour weekly commitment, allowing students to join alongside other summer activities.
Summit Research Scholars (SRS): SRS equips students with the tools to conduct original research, covering essential research methods and technical skills. At the end of the program, students complete a Research Capstone and practice applying their skills to solve real-world problems.
Applications for Summer 2026 programs are now open. Admissions are rolling, and students are encouraged to apply early to maximize their chances of acceptance. For more information, please visit www.summiteducation.org.
Tuesday, Feb. 24 - Upward Bound Math & Science Info Session
Students and families are invited to learn about the Upward Bound Math & Science program, which provides academic support, tutoring, college preparation, and enrichment opportunities in math and science. This session will cover eligibility, program benefits, and how to apply.
Location: Board of Education Center (BOE) 1805 South 13th Street
FEB 14. (age16+) Port City Playwrights’ Playwriting Contest for Students
Interested in writing plays, and seeing your work performed? Port City Playwrights Wants You!
$250 Prize and the winning play will be considered for performance at Thalian Hall’s Bucky Stein Theater.
Port City Playwrights (PCP) welcomes university and community college students – as well as high-school AIG, ELA (preferably aged 16-26), to submit short plays for a contest! The winner of the contest will receive $250 and an opportunity to have the student’s original work performed on the Bucky Stein stage, in historic Thalian Hall.
Submission Guidelines:
a) Cover page: Include play’s title, and writer’s email, address, phone number, and name of high school, college, or university
b) Page limit: 12 pages (not including cover page), in standard script format, 12-pt font, with page #s
c) Length: 10 minutes’ running time, or less
d) Format: The play script pages should be submitted in PDF; the cover page may be in Word, or a separable PDF document
e) Play’s Cast: No more than four (4) characters
f) Topic / Scenario: All concepts are welcome; please keep themes and language appropriate for a general audience (of adults)
g) Technical requirements / Staging: Keep it simple: minimal sets, basic lighting, limited props
DEADLINE: Noon, February 14, 2026
Send Submission(s) to: gopcpp@gmail.com , and cc: donnabuntingflake@gmail.com
Contest Process:
a) Send in your play’s script, following the above guidelines, to the emails indicated above, by noon, Feb. 14, 2026;
b) Scripts will be read and reviewed by PCP’s members – as all potential plays are by our community of scriptwriters;
c) Port City Playwrights will judge the submissions and select the winning play (if any);
d) If selected, the student’s play may be performed at Thalian Hall, in the Bucky Stein theatre, in May 2026, along with other short plays;
e) PCP intends to present the $250 check at the 1st showing of the performance.
Questions?
Send to: gopcpp@gmail.com , and cc: globalalain2@gmail.com
Miracle League of Wilmington
The spring season schedule and volunteer sign up is available if you would be willing to participate. We welcome volunteers of all ages and just ask that anyone under the age of 14 have an adult accompany them.
The Miracle League of Wilmington is an accessible baseball league filled with joy, dancing and home runs for children and adults living with disabilities; Ages 3+. Currently, the Miracle League of Wilmington serves over 150+ All Stars through three types of teams: Tee Ball, Classic, and Competitive.
All games and practices are played at the Miracle Field located at 5510 Olsen Park Lane in Wilmington, NC. The specialized 33,000 square foot field is made of a flat, rubberized surface that is barrier free for all Miracle League All Stars!
For a full description of volunteer needs click here.
Volunteer sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084BACAC29A4FF2-61280984-volunteer#/
Public Archeology Corps
Public Archaeology Corps is a non-profit organization consisting of professional archaeologists, historians, and private citizens united in their concern over the rapid loss of archaeological sites.
Our mission is to protect archaeological sites located on privately owned land.
Archaeological sites on public lands, such as military bases or state/national parks, are protected by state and federal laws. Sites located on private land are not under any protection, and many are lost to development each year. The careful study of an intact site by professional archaeologists often adds to what we know about history; when an archaeological site is lost, a piece of history is lost as well.
Our geographical focus is southeast North Carolina, in and around Wilmington.
Jennifer Crudeli - Gifted Education Specialist
Email: Jennifer.Crudeli@nhcs.net
Website: https://sites.google.com/nhcs.net/crudeliaig/home
Ashley Office: 405
Hoggard Office: 104B