College & Career Update

In this update...

Future Center Events - November 9th-20th
Concurrent Enrollment Info Night
ASVAB Testing
West Point Military Academy Info Session
Scholarships

Future Center Events

This Week in the Future Center - November 9th - 13th

Wednesday, November 11th, 10:30am - Dual Enrollment Workshop

Wednesday, November 11th, 1:00pm - Dual Enrollment Workshop

Thursday, November 12th, 8:30am - 2:30pm - Peak Ed 1:1 Check-Ins

Friday, November 13th, 9:20am - 1:45pm - UCCS Business Field Trip

Friday, November 13th, 9:00am - 12:45pm - Military Appreciation Games Field Trip

Next Week in the Future Center - November 16th - 20th

Tuesday, November 17th, 7:00am - 3:05pm - CU Anschutz Field Trip

Tuesday, November 17th, 10:30am - Concurrent Enrollment Workshop

Tuesday, November 17th, 1:00pm - Concurrent Enrollment Workshop

Tuesday, November 17th, 5:30-6:30pm - Concurrent Enrollment Info Night

Wednesday, November 18th, 9:00am - Resume Workshop

Wednesday, November 18th, 10:30am - IB Diploma/ IB Career-Related Programme Workshop

Wednesday, November 18th, 1:00pm - Career Start/ TIGI Workshop

Thursday, November 19th, 12:50pm - IB Diploma/ IB Career-Related Programme Workshop

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Concurrent Enrollment Info Night

Tuesday, November 17th 5:30-6:30pm

in the Palmer Future Center

Did you know students can take college classes at Pikes Peak State College and earn college credit during high school? The Concurrent Enrollment program can help you get a head start on education for your career! Attend to learn more!

ASVAB Testing

Friday, December 4th at 12:00pm in Room 114

Are you planning on the military for your path after high school or needing an opportunity to meet your CCRD graduation requirements? Click the button below to sign up to take the ASVAB test. Don't forget to study and prepare using the following resources so you're prepared to do your best!

ASVAB Practice Tests

Khan Academy - Math Study Material

Sign Up for ASVAB Testing on December 4th

West Point Military Academy Info Session

West Point Cadet Jordan Vanmanen, a 2023 Vanguard School Graduate, will be hosting United States Military Academy Admissions Information Meetings during Thanksgiving Break on Monday, November 23rd at 6:00 PM. He will be at the East Library in Colorado Springs.

Scholarships

Elks National Foundation - 2027 MVS Scholarship Contest

Description: The Elks National Foundation awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 to $7,500 per year. The top 20 MVS Scholars will receive a $30,000 scholarship and an invitation to Chicago to participate in the MVS Leadership Weekend.

Deadline: November 12th

Website/ Eligibility: Elks National Foundation MVS Scholarship Website/ Eligibility

Application: Elks National Foundation MVS Scholarship Application

U.S. JCI Senate Scholarships

Description: The United States Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation will award $2000 or $2500 scholarship grants to graduating high school seniors who will continue their education at an accredited post-secondary college or university in the United States. Scholarships of $1000 or $1500 will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who will attend an accredited vocational, technical or trade school program in the United States.

Deadline: January 12, 2027

Website/ Eligibility: U.S. JCI Senate Scholarship Website/ Eligibility

Meet Appily Scholarship

Description: Open to all students in grades 9-12. Creating a free Appily profile takes less than 60 seconds and enters students into the Meet Appily Scholarships. This year, we're awarding four $5,000 scholarships—one for each grade level: 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th. With no essays, no resumes, no transcripts, and no recommendation letters, applying for the Meet Appily Scholarships is a breeze. An Appily profile also gives students access to incredible resources: