Ashley High School AIG Update
September 29, 2025
Would you like to mentor younger AIG students?
The AIG Mentor Program is running again this year and looking for students to work as mentors for elementary and middle school students. Here is a link to find more information on the program. NHCS is the only county that has this program and it is a great opportunity for you and the students you could support.
If you are interested complete this form: Mentor Interest Form
North Carolina School of Science and Math: Info Session, October 8th
A representative from NCSSM will be here to speak to interested 9th & 10th graders on October 8th. This is a great opportunity to hear about their programs (Residential in Durham & Morganton, online, & summer ventures) and get information on the application process. Bring any questions you may have with you.
Ashley: 8AM, student services (let the door monitors know where you are heading and don't worry if you will need to arrive late)
Hoggard: 9:30AM, Media Center
Please complete this RSVP so I know how many students to expect.
FAFSA is open!!!
The 2026-27 FAFSA Form is now live on the Studentaid.gov website.
Students can get an early start on finding out what financial aid is available right now.
The FAFSA Has Gotten Even Easier!
Federal Student Aid has incorporated two changes into the FAFSA this year, which will make the process more intuitive for applicants.
Applicants are now able to sign up for their Studentaid.gov account and fill out their FAFSA on the same day, two steps that previously had to be done at separate times.
Students will now only need their parent’s or legal guardian’s email address to start the contributor process, a significant simplification from previous years.
Take advantage of the head start, and get prepared to fill out a FAFSA now.
Health Career Day at UNC--Chapel Hill
The North Carolina Health Careers Access Program (NC-HCAP), a program component of the Carolina Higher Education Opportunity Programs (CHEOP) Office is pleased to invite you to Health Careers Day On “The Hill” (HCDOTH).
This year’s event will take place on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Frank Porter Graham Student Union on the campus of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
We are excited to welcome high school students from across the state for this one-day conference. HCDOTH offers students valuable insight, resources, and guidance as they explore Health Professional Careers. The event also fosters collaboration among Colleges, Universities, Educators, Healthcare Professionals, and Community Partners.
Event Registration opens on September 29th, 2025.
Please note there is limited seating and both individual and group registrants will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is not complete until participants submit all required documentation (i.e., NC-HCAP Registration Page, CampDoc) and provide payment in full - $25.00 per student).
For details on individual or group registration, please visit the NC-HCAP website and refer to the attached flyer. Should you have any questions, please contact a member of the NC-HCAP Team at nchcap@unc.edu or call 919-966-2264.
AI and Research Frontiers Practicum with Stanford Mentors
Inspirit AI is a 25-hour enrichment program taught by Stanford and MIT graduate students that introduces students to foundational artificial intelligence concepts by building impactful projects in environmental systems, astrophysics, and biotechnology. Winter applications are due by October 1st. Fee is approximately $1400.
NORTH CAROLINA GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN (10TH & 11TH)
The North Carolina Governor's School is a four-week summer residential program for gifted and talented high school students, integrating academic disciplines, the arts, and unique courses on each of two campuses. Learning focuses on the exploration of the most recent ideas and concepts in each discipline, and it does not involve credit, tests, or grades. Students are selected to attend through a competitive process after being nominated by their public school unit or non-public school. For more information, review the GS Family Overview Packet. GS Application. GS Recommender Form. (Recommender's should submit forms directly to my email: jennifer.crudeli@nhcs.net)
NOMINATIONS ARE SELECTED FROM COMPLETED APPLICATIONS
COUNTY SUBMISSION DEADLINE FOR NOMINATION: 3pm October 24th to Jennifer.Crudeli@nhcs.net
Please use the link below to access my GS newsletter with additional information including student information sessions.
Oratorical Scholarship Program (Grades 9-12)
Win Scholarships for Speaking Your Mind on the Constitution!
Do you like speaking up, debating, or sharing your ideas? Here’s your chance to turn your voice into scholarship money.
American Legion Post 10 is inviting New Hanover County high school students to compete in the 88th annual Oratorical Scholarship Program.
Here’s what you need to know:
Give an 8–10 minute speech about the U.S. Constitution.
Win scholarships—up to $25,000 at the national level.
Represent your school and community in a contest that goes from local to national finals in Indianapolis.
Even state winners earn at least $2,000 in scholarship money just for competing.
“This program helps you sharpen your public speaking skills while learning about the Constitution and what it means to be an American citizen,” says Post 10 Oratorical Chair Marc McMullin.
Ready to step up? Fill out this quick form: https://forms.gle/93yvr2yJDdnt5E639
US Senate Youth Program (11th & 12th): Deadline October 5th, 2025 (Sept 28th - Recommendations due)
US Senate Youth Program and Scholarship (11th & 12th): Week in Washington DC (March 1-8), 2 winners in NC, $10,000 scholarship
The U.S. Senate Youth Program is merit-based and highly competitive. Qualified junior or senior high school students applying to the program must show evidence of demonstrated leadership through public service in elected or appointed positions where they currently and actively represent a constituency in organizations that relate to government, public affairs, history, and/or community service. Qualifying students MUST currently represent their peers or a constituency for the entire academic year. Each student must be enrolled in high school and live the entire school year in the state they will represent. Students who apply MUST be elected or appointed leaders and actively participate in public service with school or community civic-related activities. Students MUST also be able to show a history of service and participation in service activities.
- In North Carolina, two student delegates and two alternates will be selected by a state-level committee. The two winning delegates will represent North Carolina in an intensive educational program during a week-long experience in Washington, D.C., in March. The two winning delegates will also be awarded a $10,000 undergraduate college scholarship to pursue coursework in history and political science. To receive the scholarship, winners MUST attend the entire Washington Week activity. This year's week-long Washington Week education experience will be from March 7-14, 2026.
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.
Calling All Teens: Books + Opinions = Volunteer Hours
Need community service hours—or know a teen who does? Look no further. The library’s got you covered! Teens can earn service hours doing what they love—reading. Submit a short review of any book, graphic novel, or manga title from our Juvenile, Young Adult, or Adult collections and earn 1.5 hours per review (up to 5 reviews/month). Counting these as volunteer hours? Complete the Virtual Volunteer Form first and then submit your review! Virtual Volunteer Form • Submit Your Review Questions? Contact Ezra Letson at eletson@nhcgov.com
Emory Advantage Plus: For Families who earn $200,000 or less
Students whose families earn $200,000 or less will attend Emory University tuition-free starting in fall 2026.
This transformative scholarship, Emory Advantage Plus, represents a significant expansion of the university’s financial aid program and continues Emory’s longstanding commitment to support talented students by making a preeminent education more attainable.
All new and returning domestic undergraduate students who meet the income requirements and are eligible for need-based aid will be considered for Emory Advantage Plus next fall. Emory will also continue to meet 100% of demonstrated need for all domestic undergraduate students.
“Offering free tuition to every student whose family income is $200,000 or less is about leadership,” says Interim President Leah Ward Sears. “We want great students to come here without regard to the cost. And we will do everything in our power to give them a great education without the burden of crushing debt.
“When students sit at the kitchen table with their parents to discuss college, I don’t want finances to be a consideration,” Sears explains. “If they qualify to come to Emory and they want to come to Emory, we will make sure they can afford Emory.”
News From Wake Forest University: Scholarship for NC Students!!!
- Admitted students from North Carolina with an annual family income of $100,000 or less will receive financial aid covering tuition and standard living expenses.
- Admitted students from North Carolina with an annual family income between $100,000 and $200,000 will receive financial aid covering tuition — only paying standard living expenses and applicable fees.
- Admitted students from North Carolina with an annual family income between $200,000 and $300,000 will receive financial aid covering 50% of tuition.
Jennifer Crudeli
Email: Jennifer.Crudeli@nhcs.net
Website: https://sites.google.com/nhcs.net/crudeliaig/home
Ashley Office: 405
Hoggard Office: 104B