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.

Survey: https://forms.gle/dsWc2yDQYec7Tv358

Course change requests will be accepted until January 24. The only course change requests that will be accepted are those for missing graduation requirements, duplicate classes, or course level adjustments. Once classes begin, no elective change requests will be granted unless there are extenuating circumstances. You will be advised of your course change via email and you must remain in your assigned class until the course change is made.

If you have more than one change, please complete one request per change.

Rising 9th grade students and families are invited to attend ONE of the info sessions being offered this week. The information discussed will be the same at both meetings. For students who are the first in their family to attend high school, come learn about how AIG works 9th-12th grades!

• Wednesday, January 15, 2025, Hoggard High School Cafeteria, 6:00pm

• Thursday, January 16, 2025, E.A. Laney High School Media Center, 6:00pm

Wilburn Clary Medal
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

• 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 our live Info Session in January 15 @1:00-1:30. Click here to RSVP.

Use the button below to join the Google Classroom if you haven't already and you'll be set to apply.

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.

The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:

1. A parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
2. A student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
3. A parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States;
4. A student who is currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located with the United States, within a year of graduating high school.

How to Apply:

Go To Scholarship Application

Laney FAFSA Info/Completion Session

Other FAFSA help sessions around the county.

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.

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.

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.

• Bank of America Student Leaders (11th & 12th) - Jan. 15
• 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 Docu competition - Jan. 20
• Azalea Youth Art Contest - Jan. 28
• Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship (9-12) due Jan. 30
• Broad Horizons Scholarship (11) - Jan. 31
• ExploraVision Awards (10-12) - Jan. 31
• Mathworks Math Modeling Challenge (11th & 12th) - Feb. 21
• Wilmington Choral Society Scholarship (12) - Feb. 28
• Stossel Essay contest (5-12) - March 21
• O'Connor Institute Ambassadors Online Civics & Debate Club (9-12) - March 29

Email: reagan.mauk@nhcs.net

NHHS Office: 509

Laney Office: 401 in media center