You and your family are invited to explore the University of South Alabama on Saturday, March 31, 2012.
You can
* meet with academic deans, faculty, university officials and students
* learn about USA, admissions and financial aid
* stop by the admissions and financial aid offices and the bookstore
* tour the campus and residence halls
* visit with representatives from the Honors Program
* enjoy complimentary lunch!
Register on-line: www.southalabama.edu/studentrecruitment/gadreg.html. If you are unable to attend, you may visit on another date. Call the USA Hotline at (251) 460-7834 to set up an information session and campus tour.
Monday, January 30, 2012
3rd Nine Weeks Progress Reports
The third nine weeks progress reports will be given to students in Chilton County on Tuesday, February 7. We hope that parents/guardians will review their child's grades and see if progress is being made with academic accomplishment. If parents/guardians would like to set up a meeting with any teachers, please call the school at 280-2820.
Most students can improve their grades with less time spent watching TV or playing video games and more time spent on homework and studying. Please make sure your child has a regular homework time each day at home for at least 30 or more minutes. Even if they do not have a written homework assignment, students can help themselves by quiet reading, reviewing notes, or proofing their assignments for mistakes.
Most students can improve their grades with less time spent watching TV or playing video games and more time spent on homework and studying. Please make sure your child has a regular homework time each day at home for at least 30 or more minutes. Even if they do not have a written homework assignment, students can help themselves by quiet reading, reviewing notes, or proofing their assignments for mistakes.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
KFC Scholarship
Don't forget about applying for the KFC Scholarship! The deadline is approaching. The website is www.kfcscholars.org or call toll-free 1-866-KFC-7240. The deadline is February 8, 2012. You must have a minimum GPA of 2.75, demonstrate financial need, and plan to pursue a bachelor's degree.
Clanton Kiwanis Scholarship
Clanton Kiwanis provide a needs-based scholarship which may be applied to trade schools, vocational schools, technical schools, junior colleges, 4-year colleges and/or universities. Students applying for this scholarship must have at least a 70 average and demonstrate financial need. The deadline is Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Please see Mrs. Champion for an application.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Auburn University E-Day
Auburn University's Engineering Day (E-Day) is scheduled for Friday, February 24 from 8 a.m. to noon, CST. E-Day is an excellent opportunity for middle and high school students to explore Auburn's wide variety of engineering disciplines. Students can view exhibits, talk with faculty and departmental representives, and meet with other students who know first-hand what it is like to study engineering. E-Day check-in will promptly begin at 8 a.m., CST. To take full advantage of the activities, it is important to check-in no later than 9:30 a.m.
Students are encouraged to preregister for E-Day at www.eng.auburn.edu/eday. If you have questions about E-Day or Auburn's engineering programs, please contact Bob Karcher, Assistant Dean, at karchcr@auburn.edu, or email the College of Engineering recruiter, Jessica Dewberry, at dewbeja@auburn.edu.
Students are encouraged to preregister for E-Day at www.eng.auburn.edu/eday. If you have questions about E-Day or Auburn's engineering programs, please contact Bob Karcher, Assistant Dean, at karchcr@auburn.edu, or email the College of Engineering recruiter, Jessica Dewberry, at dewbeja@auburn.edu.
RYLA Scholarship
The Rotary Club of Clanton will again be awarding two $1000 Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) scholarships to two seniors from Chilton County Schools. Any Verbena High School seniors who are interested in applying, please see Mrs. Champion for the application forms. The forms must be completed and returned to Mrs. Champion no later than January 31, 2012. In order to receive the $1000 scholarship the student will have to attend the RYLA Camp which is March 8-11, 2012.
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
Extraordinary people all have a back story. The steps they have taken, choosing to give back to their community. The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program recognizes and supports their journey. They want to help those who put forth the effort and find success both in and out of the classroom, yet are unable to attend college without financial assistance.
The following are encouraged to apply:
* High school seniors and current undergraduates
* Those who plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university in 2012-2013
* Those who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry.
Visit their website for more information: www.buickachievers.com
Application deadline: February 29, 2012
The following are encouraged to apply:
* High school seniors and current undergraduates
* Those who plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university in 2012-2013
* Those who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry.
Visit their website for more information: www.buickachievers.com
Application deadline: February 29, 2012
Beta Club Poster Contest
Announcing the 2012 Graphic Design Poster Contest
Create and submit a marketing poster to promote the 2012-2013
National Beta Club Convention using the official theme, The Heart of
Beta. The poster should announce the place, date and time of the
National Convention. It should entice Beta clubs and their members
and sponsors to attend the convention. The contest is open to all
National Beta Club members. Sponsors or other teachers/adults may not
assist in the design. Only one entry per member will be accepted.
Visit
http://mail.betaclub.org/lists/lt.php?id=NkgNB1cCVVZaTAJVCkUAAw0BXgU%3D
for details
Create and submit a marketing poster to promote the 2012-2013
National Beta Club Convention using the official theme, The Heart of
Beta. The poster should announce the place, date and time of the
National Convention. It should entice Beta clubs and their members
and sponsors to attend the convention. The contest is open to all
National Beta Club members. Sponsors or other teachers/adults may not
assist in the design. Only one entry per member will be accepted.
Visit
http://mail.betaclub.org/lists/lt.php?id=NkgNB1cCVVZaTAJVCkUAAw0BXgU%3D
for details
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Checking for Scholarship Info
If you are a senior checking this blog for information on scholarships, please go to the right side of the Red Devil Blog and click on previous months for articles about different scholarships. If you can't find what you need, send me an email lchampion@chilton.k12.al.us.
NextStepU Scholarship Search
Go to www.NextStepU.com/Scholarships to find a list of regional scholarships. You can also download a free copy of their digital e-Mag at www.NextStepU.com/eMag. Register on www.NextStepU.com/WinFreeTuition for a chance to win $10,000 for college. Hurry, the next deadline is June 30, 2012.
Monday, January 16, 2012
Keeping Kids Safe and Secure
Using a car seat (child safety seat) is the best protection you can give your child when traveling by car. Every state in the United States requires that an infant or small child be restrained. And with good reason — unintentional injury is the leading cause of death in children, and most such injuries are automobile crashes.
Child safety seats can substantially reduce the risk of a potentially fatal injury, especially for babies but also for toddlers. Yet many safety seats are used incorrectly. “More than 99 percent of all car seats we see are installed improp-erly,” says Julie Farmer, injury prevention coordinator at Children’s of Alabama. “A correctly installed car seat can mean the difference between life and death - parents should take this very seriously.”
When choosing any car seat, following some general guidelines will
help ensure a child's safety. The best car seat is not always the most expensive one — it's the one that best fits a child's weight, size, and age, as well as your vehicle.
Once you select a seat, be sure to try it out, keeping in mind that
store displays and illustrations might not show the correct usage. It's up to you to learn how to install a car safety seat properly and harness your child for the ride.
If you need help installing your safety seat or would like a technician to check whether you've installed it properly, Children’s of Alabama offers a free permanent fitting station. A certified technician will both install the car seat and educate parents on the proper way to fit the car seat in the future. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 1-800-504-9768.
Guidelines for Choosing Car Seats
Choose a seat with a label that states that it meets or exceeds Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. Accept a used seat with caution. Never use a seat that's more than 6 years old or one that was in a crash (even if it looks OK, it could be structurally unsound). Avoid seats that are missing parts, are not labeled with the manufacture date and model number (you'll have no way to know about recalls), or do not come with an instruction manual. If you have any doubts about a seat's history, or if it is cracked or shows signs of wear and tear, don't use it. If you accept a used seat, contact the manufacturer for recommendations on how long the seat can safely be used and to find out if it's ever been recalled. Recalls are quite common, and the manufacturer may be able to provide you with a replacement part or new seat. Be sure to fill out the product registration card so you will be notified about recalls right away.
For more information, visit our website at www.childrensal.org
Child safety seats can substantially reduce the risk of a potentially fatal injury, especially for babies but also for toddlers. Yet many safety seats are used incorrectly. “More than 99 percent of all car seats we see are installed improp-erly,” says Julie Farmer, injury prevention coordinator at Children’s of Alabama. “A correctly installed car seat can mean the difference between life and death - parents should take this very seriously.”
When choosing any car seat, following some general guidelines will
help ensure a child's safety. The best car seat is not always the most expensive one — it's the one that best fits a child's weight, size, and age, as well as your vehicle.
Once you select a seat, be sure to try it out, keeping in mind that
store displays and illustrations might not show the correct usage. It's up to you to learn how to install a car safety seat properly and harness your child for the ride.
If you need help installing your safety seat or would like a technician to check whether you've installed it properly, Children’s of Alabama offers a free permanent fitting station. A certified technician will both install the car seat and educate parents on the proper way to fit the car seat in the future. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 1-800-504-9768.
Guidelines for Choosing Car Seats
Choose a seat with a label that states that it meets or exceeds Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. Accept a used seat with caution. Never use a seat that's more than 6 years old or one that was in a crash (even if it looks OK, it could be structurally unsound). Avoid seats that are missing parts, are not labeled with the manufacture date and model number (you'll have no way to know about recalls), or do not come with an instruction manual. If you have any doubts about a seat's history, or if it is cracked or shows signs of wear and tear, don't use it. If you accept a used seat, contact the manufacturer for recommendations on how long the seat can safely be used and to find out if it's ever been recalled. Recalls are quite common, and the manufacturer may be able to provide you with a replacement part or new seat. Be sure to fill out the product registration card so you will be notified about recalls right away.
For more information, visit our website at www.childrensal.org
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Jacksonville State University Spring Preview Days
Jacksonville State University will host Spring Preview Days on Saturday, February 4 and April 14, 2012. Preview Day is specially designed for all high school students, transfer students, and parents who wish to experience Jacksonville State University at its very best.
There will be a browse session in Stephenson Hall from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm CST in which the visitors will be able to speak with representatives from all areas of the university. Campus tours will depart and return to Stephenson Hall. Also, there are information sessions on financial aid, scholarships, and living in university housing. If you have questions or need more information, you may go to the website www.jsu.edu or contact someone from enrollment services at 1-888-231-5291, option 1.
There will be a browse session in Stephenson Hall from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm CST in which the visitors will be able to speak with representatives from all areas of the university. Campus tours will depart and return to Stephenson Hall. Also, there are information sessions on financial aid, scholarships, and living in university housing. If you have questions or need more information, you may go to the website www.jsu.edu or contact someone from enrollment services at 1-888-231-5291, option 1.
Jeff State Academic Scholarships
Jeff State Community College will award twenty full-tuition scholarships to outstanding high school students who will be enrolling in the Fall Semester 2012. These are one-year scholarships which may be renewed for one additional year provided the recipient meets the criteria for renewal. These students must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA and a minimum of 22 on the ACT test. The student must be an U. S. citizen or provide proper documented residency status.
Students may go on-line at www.jeffstateonline.com to apply for admission to Jefferson State and to fill out a scholarship application. The application is located on the scroll bar on the Jefferson State Community College homepage and under the Financial Aid tab, then Scholarships. Outstanding students can use the application to apply for scholarships awarded by the College Scholarship Committee. One recommendation and a two page essay on why the student wants to attend Jefferson State needs to be attached to the application when it is submitted. Please note that all scholarship requirements need to be on file by the March 1st deadline.
Students may go on-line at www.jeffstateonline.com to apply for admission to Jefferson State and to fill out a scholarship application. The application is located on the scroll bar on the Jefferson State Community College homepage and under the Financial Aid tab, then Scholarships. Outstanding students can use the application to apply for scholarships awarded by the College Scholarship Committee. One recommendation and a two page essay on why the student wants to attend Jefferson State needs to be attached to the application when it is submitted. Please note that all scholarship requirements need to be on file by the March 1st deadline.
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
ACT Poster Contest
Enter a creative concept in the ACT High School Poster Contest for a chance to win up to $5000 for college. See complete official rules and entry form at www.actstudent.org/postercontest. Entries must be postmarked by January 28, 2012.
BEST BUY Scholarship Program
BEST BUY is awarding up to $1.2 million in scholarships for students in grades 9-12! That's 1,200 scholarships of $1,000 each. The application deadline is Feb. 15, 2012. Students need solid grades plus community service or work experience. Apply online at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com or www.at15.com.
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