Calling all high school juniors! The application for State Superintendent Mo Green’s Student Advisory Council has been reopened.

High school juniors interested in state education issues, advocating on behalf of their peers and serving as an advisor to decision-makers in K-12 education are encouraged to apply. As a member of the Student Advisory Council, students will meet monthly and serve a two-year term that concludes at the end of their senior year. The Advisory Council is open to all public school students in North Carolina.

Learn more and apply here. The deadline to apply is February 19.

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

Students can earn college credit and high school credit at the same time beginning their junior year of high school! Cape Fear Community College will be hosting information sessions to go through how the Career College Promise (CCP)/dual enrollment process works. 10th and 11th grade students and families should attend to understand the dual enrollment process and requirements. Staff will be on hand to help students enroll and talk through how to register for classes. There is one more session in Laney's Media Center.

• Monday, February 17 at 6pm

Caitie Connor is the CFCC Liaison for NHHS. She can be contacted at cconnor@cfcc.edu

We are excited to announce the launch of the Ronald Reagan Debate Series. This is an exciting competition for students in grades 9-12 to show their speaking and debating skills. The series promotes clear communication, good manners, storytelling, and even a little humor—just like President Reagan himself!

Students will get the chance to debate important topics, like the role of states in education, in a fun and respectful way. There are 15 in-person regional competitions and 1 online competition available this year.

To learn more and sign up, visit us at www.reaganfoundation.org/debate.

For students 9-12

Calling all high school juniors! High school juniors interested in state education issues, advocating on behalf of their peers and serving as an advisor to decision-makers in K-12 education are encouraged to apply. As a member of the Student Advisory Council, students will meet monthly and serve a two-year term that concludes at the end of their senior year. The Advisory Council is open to all students in North Carolina. Learn more and apply here. The deadline to apply is February 19.

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.

Please review the requirements in the Award Specifications linked here.

Instructions for creating an account for the application are linked here. If you need help with the application, please email Ms. Mauk.

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.

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.

Thank you for helping make this year’s Science Olympiad tournament a success! Together, let’s show our elementary students the power of curiosity, collaboration, and community. If you’re ready to join the fun, please email Victoria Minshew: victoria.minshew@nhcs.net

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.

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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:

Feb. 17

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.

• Mathworks Math Modeling Challenge (11th & 12th) - Feb. 21
• Wilmington Choral Society Scholarship (12) - Feb. 28
• Marine Scholarship - March 1
• Horatio Alger (11th) - March 1
• 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

Gifted Education Specialist

Email: reagan.mauk@nhcs.net

NHHS Office: 501

Laney Office: 401 in media center