Attend Elmhurst College College Night – RSVP by February 3, 2012
February 2nd, 2012 by Shorty
Elmhurst College College Night will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, 7:00 p.m., Village Center. To RSVP, call 773-966-1508 or e-mail thecevents@thec4success.org.
Do You Have Any Job or Scholarship Information for Young People?
January 30th, 2012 by Shorty
We are always talking about our future, but we somehow fail our future we we fail to do what we can to make sure they are prepared for the future. Since I cannot be all things to all teens, the least I can do is try to help boost their education and employment opportunities. Thus, if you learn of any job or scholarship information or any other educational opportunities please post them in the comment section below or on our South Side Shorty Facebook Page.
Apply for the 2012 Best Buy Scholarship Program by Feb. 15, 2012
January 21st, 2012 by Shorty
Students in grades 9-12 living in the U.S. or Puerto Rico who plan to enter a full-time undergraduate course of study upon high school graduation are eligible for the 2012 Best Buy Scholarship. You must have solid grades and are involved in community service or work experience. Up to 1,200 students will each receive a $1,000 scholarship. Visit Best Buy now for more information and to apply! February 15, 2012 is the deadline.
Apply for the IL Legislative Black Caucus Foundation Undergrad Scholarship
January 13th, 2012 by Shorty
This scholarship is for students seeking an undergraduate degree. Applicants should be an accepted or enrolled student at an accredited institution of higher learning to include community colleges, private institutions and certified vocational training programs.
How to Apply:
Contact Mrs. Jackie Brown at 217.544.0444. You can also write to the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation Scholarship Selection Committee, P.O. Box 12104, Springfield, IL 62791 to request an application.
All Applicants must:
- Be an Illinois resident
- Complete the ILBCF Undergraduate Scholarship Application
- Submit verification of college enrollment or letter of acceptance
- Write a personal statement (500 words or less) describing interest and involvement in community and public service, hobbies, special talents, sports and/or school activities etc. The statement should address future academic and professional career plans and may highlight any personal challenge(s) you overcame.
- Submit two letters of recommendation from persons other than relatives
- Submit a recent photograph of himself/herself
- Provide proof of voters registration if 18 years of age or older
- Forward the application and all supporting materials to the ILBCF Scholarship Selection Committee by May 1 (no exceptions)
- Any supporting material not submitted along with application will result in applicant being disqualified.
Application Deadline:
All applications for the scholarship must be postmarked by May 1ST (no exceptions allowed). Award recipients will be notified by mail. This is a one-time award.
Source: Greater Chatham Alliance; Image: masscc
The Ron Brown Scholar Program – Apply January 9, 2011
November 28th, 2011 by Shorty
The Ron Brown Scholar Program seeks to identify African-American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Applicants must excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need. The applicant must be a US citizen or hold a permanent resident visa card. Current college students are not eligible to apply. Application deadline is January 9, 2012.
Go to www.ronbrown.org to apply. For further information, please contact us:
Ron Brown Scholar Program
1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Phone: 434 964 1588
Fax: 434 964 1589
E-mail: info@ronbrown.org
Shorty’s Notes from the Chicago Public School Board Meeting
October 26th, 2011 by Shorty
Here are a a few notes from the information I gained at the Chicago Public School Board Meeting today.
- There are 283 schools on probation – 207 elementary schools and 76 high schools. That’s more than half of the high schools in the city.
- 72 schools have been on probation for 5 years in a row and 16 have been on probation for 15 years in a row. #Fail
- The average ACT score is 17.2 in Chicago; the benchmark score is 21.
- Over a 20- year period, there has been no improvement in African American and Hispanic reading. There has been an incremental improvement in math.
- There is a widening gap in reading and math scores between white and black and Hispanic students.
- The talent shortage in the principal and chief positions with the ability to address diverse students needs is being addressed.
- Only 7.9% of Chicago’s 11th graders are college ready.
- Parents will receive school progress reports during report card pick-up.
- Karen Lewis, President of the Chicago Teacher Union, noted that Chicago has the largest class sizes of any major district in the country
- Arguments for and against the extended school day were made. I guess I’d like to know what is going to be done during that extra time and will teachers get paid for the extra time?
- And are charter schools actually better than traditional schools?
Do you have any thoughts about the things listed above?
Image: technotraits
Which CPS Schools Have Rooms Where Young People Are Arrested Onsite?
September 10th, 2011 by Shorty
Hi All!
I need your help in compiling a list of Chicago Public Schools that have rooms at the school specifically for booking students that are arrested. I tried to get this info through CPS’s FOIA’s office, and they told me that they had no records. Now, I’m coming to you for help. If your child attends a school with such a room, please enter the name of the school in the comment section. Thanks for your help!
Scholarships for Moms – Apply by September 15, 2011
September 9th, 2011 by Shorty
Visit Scholarships for Moms for more details on how to apply.
Image: msass.case.edu
1st Day of School – Tuesdsay, September 6, 2011
September 4th, 2011 by Shorty
This is just a reminder that Tuesday, September 6, 2011 is the first day of school for students that didn’t begin in August. Make plans to be have your child there and on time.
Image: angelamaiers