Auburn University in Montgomery is holding a School of Business Scholarship Bowl on Saturday, January 26, 2013.
Who can compete? High school seniors interested in majoring in Business at AUM. Those seniors with a minimum of 23 ACT score and a 3.2 overall GPA in their high school curriculum will be eligible for the top scholarship.
What do you need to compete? Submit an AUM application to AUM. Go to http://www.aum.edu and click on Admissions. Submit a Scholarship Bowl application to Shae Robinson, Student Services Coordinator for the AUM School of Business (email to shae.robinson@aum.edu or fax to 334-244-3792).
Calculators may be used but cell phones will not be allowed to substitute for calculators.
The short exam will focus on general business areas such as economics, accounting, finance, and management. Once your application is received, Mrs. Robinson will send you a detailed list of study areas.
See Mrs. Champion for an application to the AUM School of Business Scholarship Bowl.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
Over the past 17 years, The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards have become the country's largest and most prestigious recognition program for middle level and high school youth (in grades 5-12) who volunteer in their communities.
Students have until November 6 to apply online through http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit. After submitting their applications electronically, students must also send their applications to their school principal (either electronically or by hand). Their principal will then select the school's top applicant(s) and certify that application online at https://aim.applyists.net by November 13.
Students who are certified within the next two weeks have the chance to win statewide recognition and a sizable cash prize. The school's nominee(s) will receive the President's Volunteer Service Award as long as a minimum volunteer-hour requirement has been met (50 hours for students under 15 and 100 hours for those older).
Students have until November 6 to apply online through http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit. After submitting their applications electronically, students must also send their applications to their school principal (either electronically or by hand). Their principal will then select the school's top applicant(s) and certify that application online at https://aim.applyists.net by November 13.
Students who are certified within the next two weeks have the chance to win statewide recognition and a sizable cash prize. The school's nominee(s) will receive the President's Volunteer Service Award as long as a minimum volunteer-hour requirement has been met (50 hours for students under 15 and 100 hours for those older).
Monday, October 29, 2012
Keeping Kids Well During Cold & Flu Season
About the flu:
Influenza, commonly known as "the flu", is a contagious viral infection that affects all age groups, though kids tend to get it more often than adults. Flu season is from October to May, with most cases presenting between December and March. The flu is often confused with the common cold, but flu symptoms tend to be more severe.
Prevention:
The flu virus is spread by infected droplets that are coughed or sneezed into the air. People who have the flu are contagious from a day before they feel sick until their symptoms have ended. To prevent the flu from spreading, remember to wash your hands, stay home from school or work if you think you have the flu, and cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. However, the best way to prevent the flu is getting the flu vaccine.
Routine annual influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and older, instead of the previous recommendation of only high-risk groups. It can take 2 weeks for the body to build up full protection after the shot, so it is best to be vaccinated as early in the season as possible.
Treatment:
Special treatment is not usually required for cases of the flu. A few at-home tips to help otherwise healthy children deal with the flu include:
Drink lots of fluids to prevent dehydration.
Get plenty of rest.
Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to relieve fever and aches (never give a child aspirin).
Wear layers to make hot and cold flashes easier to handle. Children who have the flu should stay home until they are fever free for at least 24 hours without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.
Is it a cold or the flu?
Answering these questions can help determine whether your child has a cold or the flu:
Flu vs. Colds: A Guide to Symptoms
Questions
Flu
Cold
Was the onset of illness ...
sudden?
slow?
Does your child have a ...
high fever?
no (or mild) fever?
Is your child's exhaustion level ...
severe?
mild?
Is your child's head ...
achy?
headache-free?
Is your child's appetite ...
decreased?
normal?
Are your child's muscles ...
achy?
fine?
Does your child have ...
chills?
no chills?
If most of your answers fell in the first column, your child could have the flu. Symptoms can vary from child to child, so if you suspect the flu, contact your doctor.
For more information on this, or other health and safety related topics, please visit our website at www.childrensal.org.
Influenza, commonly known as "the flu", is a contagious viral infection that affects all age groups, though kids tend to get it more often than adults. Flu season is from October to May, with most cases presenting between December and March. The flu is often confused with the common cold, but flu symptoms tend to be more severe.
Prevention:
The flu virus is spread by infected droplets that are coughed or sneezed into the air. People who have the flu are contagious from a day before they feel sick until their symptoms have ended. To prevent the flu from spreading, remember to wash your hands, stay home from school or work if you think you have the flu, and cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. However, the best way to prevent the flu is getting the flu vaccine.
Routine annual influenza vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and older, instead of the previous recommendation of only high-risk groups. It can take 2 weeks for the body to build up full protection after the shot, so it is best to be vaccinated as early in the season as possible.
Treatment:
Special treatment is not usually required for cases of the flu. A few at-home tips to help otherwise healthy children deal with the flu include:
Drink lots of fluids to prevent dehydration.
Get plenty of rest.
Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to relieve fever and aches (never give a child aspirin).
Wear layers to make hot and cold flashes easier to handle. Children who have the flu should stay home until they are fever free for at least 24 hours without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.
Is it a cold or the flu?
Answering these questions can help determine whether your child has a cold or the flu:
Flu vs. Colds: A Guide to Symptoms
Questions
Flu
Cold
Was the onset of illness ...
sudden?
slow?
Does your child have a ...
high fever?
no (or mild) fever?
Is your child's exhaustion level ...
severe?
mild?
Is your child's head ...
achy?
headache-free?
Is your child's appetite ...
decreased?
normal?
Are your child's muscles ...
achy?
fine?
Does your child have ...
chills?
no chills?
If most of your answers fell in the first column, your child could have the flu. Symptoms can vary from child to child, so if you suspect the flu, contact your doctor.
For more information on this, or other health and safety related topics, please visit our website at www.childrensal.org.
AU and AUM Seamless Admission
Seamless Admission is a joint program of Auburn University (AU) and Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM). Seamless was created to provide a distinctive academic transfer program for first-year freshmen who wish to have a freshman year experience with a distinct Auburn flavor and to earn an Auburn University degree, but have not been offered traditional admission.
Students must first apply for freshman admission to AU to receive consideration for the program. The program is designed to deliver a student-centered academic success program that in turn facilitates a successful transition to AU.
Seamless students are officially AUM students, but most take their classes on the AU campus and get to take part in many AU activities.
With Seamless Admission, participants enroll to take their first-year core courses as an Auburn Montgomery student. Students take their classes on either the AU or AUM campus. Once you complete 30 hours of core course work in the program with a grade-point average of at least 2.5, you are guaranteed admission to AU as a sophomore. Should you choose an AU major that has requirements above and beyond AU's general admission standards, you must also meet those requirements. Students who do not satisfy these requirements will be encouraged to apply for admission to Auburn at a later date.
Eligibility:
* You must complete a new freshman application to AU for admission
* You must meet Auburn Montgomery's admission criteria:
A composite score of 18 on the act or 860 on the SAT
A GPA of at least 2.3
For more information, visit www.aum.edu/seamless or contact the Seamless Admission Office at seamless@aum.edu or 334-244-3460.
Students must first apply for freshman admission to AU to receive consideration for the program. The program is designed to deliver a student-centered academic success program that in turn facilitates a successful transition to AU.
Seamless students are officially AUM students, but most take their classes on the AU campus and get to take part in many AU activities.
With Seamless Admission, participants enroll to take their first-year core courses as an Auburn Montgomery student. Students take their classes on either the AU or AUM campus. Once you complete 30 hours of core course work in the program with a grade-point average of at least 2.5, you are guaranteed admission to AU as a sophomore. Should you choose an AU major that has requirements above and beyond AU's general admission standards, you must also meet those requirements. Students who do not satisfy these requirements will be encouraged to apply for admission to Auburn at a later date.
Eligibility:
* You must complete a new freshman application to AU for admission
* You must meet Auburn Montgomery's admission criteria:
A composite score of 18 on the act or 860 on the SAT
A GPA of at least 2.3
For more information, visit www.aum.edu/seamless or contact the Seamless Admission Office at seamless@aum.edu or 334-244-3460.
Friday, October 26, 2012
Huntingdon College Updates
_*Professional Programs:*_
Huntingdon has had a *100% acceptance rate* into Medical School, Law
School, Pharmacy School, Dental School, and Divinity School for the past
7 years.
_*New Scholarships: *_
*The Bridge Builders Grant*--$10,500 per year for those students who
have participated in the Bridge Builders program. Campus residency is
not required.
*Agnew Tradition of Service Grant*--$12,500 per year. Qualifications:
22 ACT/3.0 GPA. Student must be willing to do 4 hours of community
service hours per week. These service hours will be completed primarily
through the MANE organization. MANE is an equestrian program that
assists children with special needs. Campus residency is required.
*_Scholarship Highlights:_*
Huntingdon will again be offering the *Scarlet & Grey Instrumental
Grant*--$11,500 per year for participation in both Marching Band and
Concert Band. In addition to the scholarship, band students will receive
a new instrument and all related band expenses (uniforms, accessories,
travel etc.) will be covered. Students can contact the assistant band
director, Adam Murphy, amurphy@huntingdon.edu for more information.
*Corporate Partnership Grant*--The amount of this grant has increased to
$12,500 per year and is open to dependents of employees of ALFA
Insurance, Alabama Power, and Regions Bank. *The partnership with
Regions Bank is new this year.*
*AISA Grant*--$10,000 per year. This is open to all graduates of AISA
schools.
*River Region Grant-*-$10,000 per year for those students whose
residence is within 60 miles of Huntingdon.
*Cross & Flame Grant*--$10,500 per year for members of a Methodist Church.
_*Academic Merit Scholarships (Honors Scholarships):*_
Qualifications start with a 26 ACT/3.5 GPA.
**Deadline to submit the Merit Scholarship applications is *December 1.*
The Merit Scholarship application is attached.
The next *Host Day* is scheduled for *Saturday, November 10. *The day
will consist of campus tours, an opportunity to meet faculty/coaches, a
financial aid seminar, and a home football game. Tickets to the game are
provided free of charge for all Host Day attendees. Students can call
334-833-4497 or 1-800-763-0313 to make a reservation.
Huntingdon has had a *100% acceptance rate* into Medical School, Law
School, Pharmacy School, Dental School, and Divinity School for the past
7 years.
_*New Scholarships: *_
*The Bridge Builders Grant*--$10,500 per year for those students who
have participated in the Bridge Builders program. Campus residency is
not required.
*Agnew Tradition of Service Grant*--$12,500 per year. Qualifications:
22 ACT/3.0 GPA. Student must be willing to do 4 hours of community
service hours per week. These service hours will be completed primarily
through the MANE organization. MANE is an equestrian program that
assists children with special needs. Campus residency is required.
*_Scholarship Highlights:_*
Huntingdon will again be offering the *Scarlet & Grey Instrumental
Grant*--$11,500 per year for participation in both Marching Band and
Concert Band. In addition to the scholarship, band students will receive
a new instrument and all related band expenses (uniforms, accessories,
travel etc.) will be covered. Students can contact the assistant band
director, Adam Murphy, amurphy@huntingdon.edu for more information.
*Corporate Partnership Grant*--The amount of this grant has increased to
$12,500 per year and is open to dependents of employees of ALFA
Insurance, Alabama Power, and Regions Bank. *The partnership with
Regions Bank is new this year.*
*AISA Grant*--$10,000 per year. This is open to all graduates of AISA
schools.
*River Region Grant-*-$10,000 per year for those students whose
residence is within 60 miles of Huntingdon.
*Cross & Flame Grant*--$10,500 per year for members of a Methodist Church.
_*Academic Merit Scholarships (Honors Scholarships):*_
Qualifications start with a 26 ACT/3.5 GPA.
**Deadline to submit the Merit Scholarship applications is *December 1.*
The Merit Scholarship application is attached.
The next *Host Day* is scheduled for *Saturday, November 10. *The day
will consist of campus tours, an opportunity to meet faculty/coaches, a
financial aid seminar, and a home football game. Tickets to the game are
provided free of charge for all Host Day attendees. Students can call
334-833-4497 or 1-800-763-0313 to make a reservation.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Red Ribbon Week 2012
Red Ribbon Week 2012 at Verbena High School, October 29 to November 2.
Theme: The Best Me is Drug Free!
Day 1 - Decoration Day - Decorate shirts, building, and doors with red ribbons. A poster contest with winners in different divisions: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-12.
Day 2 - Wear Red Day - Award the elementary and high school class wearing the most red with red candy.
Day 3 - Pledge Day - Students will sign pledge cards. The cards will be displayed in hall. Students will dress like the career they hope to have one day. (Serious careers only!)
Day 4 - Recognition Day - Salute law enforcement and fire fighters. Write letters of appreciation and sign banners. Students may dress like a person in either career field: law enforcement or fire fighter. Have assembly with Deputy Hubbard speaking to grade 7-12 students during flex, annex classes at 12:00 noon, and grade 3-6 students at 1:10.
Day 5 - Sports Day - Everyone will wear their team shirt. Remember that it takes healthy bodies to be good athletes and good students. Drugs will ruin your health!
Announcements will be made each day and at the football games about the dangers of drug abuse.
Theme: The Best Me is Drug Free!
Day 1 - Decoration Day - Decorate shirts, building, and doors with red ribbons. A poster contest with winners in different divisions: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-12.
Day 2 - Wear Red Day - Award the elementary and high school class wearing the most red with red candy.
Day 3 - Pledge Day - Students will sign pledge cards. The cards will be displayed in hall. Students will dress like the career they hope to have one day. (Serious careers only!)
Day 4 - Recognition Day - Salute law enforcement and fire fighters. Write letters of appreciation and sign banners. Students may dress like a person in either career field: law enforcement or fire fighter. Have assembly with Deputy Hubbard speaking to grade 7-12 students during flex, annex classes at 12:00 noon, and grade 3-6 students at 1:10.
Day 5 - Sports Day - Everyone will wear their team shirt. Remember that it takes healthy bodies to be good athletes and good students. Drugs will ruin your health!
Announcements will be made each day and at the football games about the dangers of drug abuse.
Savannah College of Art and Design
The Savannah College of Art and Design or SCAD offers the SCAD eLearning Scholarship which awards up to $5,000 for students who apply and are accepted to SCAD eLearning. This grant is stackable with other scholarships. Learn more at scad.edu/scholarships. SCAD Days are open house events in 2012-2013 when students and their families can tour SCAD buildings, meet faculty, discuss financial aid and scholarship opportunities, and much more. Register at scad.edu/scadchallenge.
* SCAD Day Savannah: October 27, 2012; Jan. 12, 2013; and Feb. 16, 2013.
* SCAD Day Atlanta: Jan. 26, 2013; and Mar. 2, 2013.
For more information call 800.869.7223 or email admissions@scad.edu or visit scad.edu/admission.
* SCAD Day Savannah: October 27, 2012; Jan. 12, 2013; and Feb. 16, 2013.
* SCAD Day Atlanta: Jan. 26, 2013; and Mar. 2, 2013.
For more information call 800.869.7223 or email admissions@scad.edu or visit scad.edu/admission.
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