Weekly Update [October 4, 2019]
ACT Registration for the October 26, 2019 National test date is available through October 8!
ACT Prep Sessions for ACT National Test Date – Oct 26, 2019
| | 7-7:50 AM | 3:30-4:20 PM | Monday | Oct 14 | |
| Tuesday | Oct 15 | English (Williams 118) | Science (Sayre 137) | Wednesday | Oct 16 | Math (Smith 537) | Reading (Potter 119) Math (Smith 537) | Thursday | Oct 17 | English (Williams 118) | Science (Sayre 137) | Friday | Oct 18 | | Reading (Potter 119) | |
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| Math (Smith 537) | Tuesday | Oct 22 | English (Williams 118) | Science (Sayre 137) | Wednesday | Oct 23 | Math (Smith 537) | Reading (Potter 119) | Thursday | Oct 24 | English (Williams 118) | Reading (Potter 119) | Friday | Oct 25 | | Science (Sayre 137) |
Fall Break is October 7th-11th.
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See attached flyer about a Regional College Fair over fall break:
Hello! I want to send you a brief note about the Northern Kentucky Regional College Fair coming up next Wednesday, October 9. The fair will host over 75 colleges and universities, giving your students a spectacular opportunity to find the school that’s right for them. This year, Thomas More University is hosting the fair on our Crestview Hills campus in partnership with NKU, and we would love to see a full house! We kindly ask that you pass along the attached flyer to your students and their families so that they are aware of the event. If you have any questions, please let me know or call our event coordinator at 859-344-3590. Happy admission season! Thank you, Tony Tony Otten Enrollment Processor Thomas More University 333 Thomas More Parkway | Crestview Hills, KY 41017 Office: 859.344.3546
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New YouTube Series: Student Guide to the First Year of College Featuring Michelle Obama
ACHS 2019 graduates can pick up their yearbooks any time between 1:30-2:30 pm. If that time doesn't work for you, you can contact Susan in the front office or Mrs. Potter for different arrangements.
The 2019 LEDA application is now open!
LEDA is looking for juniors in high school who are highly motivated, have succeeded in advanced courses at their school, have the desire to be a leader, and have demonstrated compassion and care for their community. See attached flyer for more information.
Steps2College Resource Page:
Picture re-take day is November 1st.
Seniors....Balfour will be here Monday, November 4th at 10:30 am for a meeting and take orders during lunch on Wednesday, November 13th.
Seniors!!! Please see Mrs. Potter for an information sheet regarding:
- pictures for the yearbook and the Anderson News
- activity sheets
- senior quotes
- school picture day
- siblings sheet
- yearbook salute pages
- Mr. and Miss Anderson
ACT 2019-2020 Test Dates (National) www.act.org to registerTest Date | Registration Deadline | (Late Fee Required) |
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| | | October 26, 2019 | September 20, 2019 | September 21-October 4, 2019 given @ ACHS | December 14, 2019 | November 8, 2019 | November 9-22, 2019 given @ ACHS | February 8, 2020 | January 10, 2020 | January 11-17, 2020 | April 4, 2020 | February 28, 2020 | February 29-March 13, 2020 | June 13, 2020 | May 8, 2020 | May 9-22, 2020 | July 18, 2020* | June 19, 2020 | June 20-26, 2020 |
Scholarship Info: See KSBA Scholarship attachment. Copies are available in the guidance office and are due to Ms. Miracle by October 15th.
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WE HONOR COMMUNITY-MINDED HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETES WHO CHANGE THE GAME—BOTH ON AND OFF THE FIELD.The Heisman Memorial Trophy in renowned for symbolizing the pursuit of excellence with integrity. The Heisman High School Scholarship extends the Heisman prestige to our nation’s most esteemed high school seniors by recognizing and rewarding outstanding scholar-athletes who understand that the most important victories not only happen on the field, but in their schools and communities. These remarkable young leaders set the example and make a game-changing difference every day, paving the way to greatness for everyone around them.
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You're receiving this email because last year you filled out our contact form to get information regarding this year's Concrete Essay Scholarship contest. The program is now accepting submissions through November 4th for this $2000 scholarship. Please pass the information along to your students. Thank you for your interest. All the details can be found at www.kyconcrete.org/essay and submissions MUST be made using the online form at that link.
Thanks!
The full details are also below for your convenience:
William T. Robertson High School Essay Scholarship Contest – 2019Attention High School Seniors: The KCA is currently accepting submissions for the 2019-2020 William T. Robertson Scholarship Essay Contest. The scholarship contest is open to any Kentucky resident High School Seniors and your submission deadline is November 4th, 2019 at 11:59PM Eastern. The contest winner will be awarded a $2000 scholarship to be paid to the college of their choice in their freshman semester and will also be invited to attend the KCA Winter Convention to be held in Louisville Kentucky this year to accept the award. How could concrete be used to make life better for people in your local community? Like last year year, the essay submission process is different from previous years, so please pay close attention, as paper submissions will not be accepted. The essay contest rules are as follows:
- Student must be a current senior in high school graduating in the 2019 – 2020 school year.
- Essays must address the essay prompt directly.
- Essays must be a written by a single student, and shall not be collaborative in nature.
- Essays must be submitted using the online submission form
- Essays must be received by November 4th, 2019 at 11:59PM Eastern
- Essays must be limited to 600 words
The essay form submission link can be found here.
Josh HuddyDirector Of Education & Marketing
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Kentucky Federation of Republican Women Scholarship available in guidance office.
Post 4075 Veterans of Foreign War and Auxiliary are sponsoring the "Voice of Democracy Scholarship Competition" and Youth American Creative Patriotic Art Award Program applications are available in the guidance office.
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The Elks National Foundation (ENF) has kicked off the 2020 scholarship year. Here are the details!
Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest: The 2020 MVS application is now open. Applications can be found online at MVS Application. The application deadline is November 5th. The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year. Four of these national award winners will be from Kentucky. The national awards are announced in April 2020.
In addition, the Kentucky Elks Association will award scholarships totaling $18,000 to 16 Kentucky students in the class of 2020. To apply, students should simply fill out the MVS application and the students will be judged concurrently with the national contest.
MVS scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university. Eligible applicants include: « Current high school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States. « Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks, nor do they have to have an affiliation with Frankfort Lodge, #530. « Male and female students compete separately. Applicants select from a list of the Lodges closest to their home address zip code. We hope your students choose Frankfort Lodge, #530 as their sponsoring Lodge. Complete details can be found at on the Elks' Website.
Ronald Boyd Whitaker Memorial Scholarship This spring, the Frankfort Elks Lodge #530 will award the inaugural Ronald Boyd Whitaker Memorial Scholarship, dedicated the the memory of Past Exalted Ruler Ron Whitaker, to a graduating senior from Anderson County High School. In order to apply for this scholarship, students should apply for the MVS contest by the November 5th deadline, and this award will be judged concurrently with the national contest. Legacy Awards – The Legacy Awards program begins on September 1st. Legacy Awards provide $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elk members. The ENF offers a total of 300 national awards. Like the MVS contest, the Legacy Awards application is entirely online. The application deadline is January 31, 2020 at 11:59 a.m., Central Time. Please visit Legacy Application for more details and the application link. For any questions, please contact me at the email above or by calling 502-330-3426. Sincerely, -- John Snyder, Exalted Ruler and Scholarship Chair Frankfort Elks Lodge #530 309 Lewis Street Frankfort, KY 40601 502-330-3426
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AES Engineering is pleased to be able to continue offering scholarships to motivated students to help in the furthering of their education. Scholarship CriteriaOur belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. How to ApplyStudents must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question: When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey? Amount of award: $500.00 Deadline for entry: October 6, 2019 Submit essay to [email protected] There is no application packet for this award. Please do not include your resume at this time. Be sure to include your full name as well as the name of the school you are attending this year and your plans for next year. ____________________________________________
Students invited to apply to U.S. Senate Youth ProgramStudents in grades 11-12 may apply for the 2020 United States Senate Youth Program, an educational program for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. The program is scheduled for March 7-14 in Washington, D.C. Students are eligible if they have not previously been a delegate to the program and are serving in a schoolwide, district, regional or state elected capacity in a student government, civic or educational organization. Students should have above average grades and an interest in government. They also should be articulate, as they will be participating in discussion groups with national leaders. The program offers two student leaders from each state a $10,000 college scholarship and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington to see the U.S. Senate in action. Counselors who have students interested in the program should request an application and a timed test from the Kentucky Department of Education. The application and test deadline is Oct. 15. Email Donna Melton for an application or more information. ______________________________________________________
Dear Cynthia,
We hope you'll share the email below with your sophomore, junior and senior girls who have an interest in engineering or technology. Thanks! - Do you like to help people?
- Are you the kind of person who likes to craft, make, tinker and break things?
- Have you been wondering if engineering might be for you, but you’re not sure?
- Do you like spooky things?
We’ve got the perfect immersive event for you Oct. 25-26: Explore Engineering, an overnight event for high school girls at Sweet Briar College. Participants will work in teams with engineering professors and students to imagine and bring to life a computer-controlled, interactive Halloween device. The event is hands-on, stresses teamwork and creativity, and is perfect for both experienced students and newbies to engineering. Sound eerily up your alley? Get more information and register! | | Greetings from the University of Louisville!
As you know, a campus visit is the best way for your students to learn if a school is right for them. Please encourage your students join us for Cardinal Preview Day, UofL's largest annual open house for Future Cardinals! Cardinal Preview Day University of Louisville Saturday, October 12, 2019 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. EST Check-in begins at 9:30 am EST During this full-day event, students and families will explore our beautiful campus with a student-led tour; learn about financial aid and scholarships; attend academic open houses and an information fair; check out a residence hall; hear from current Cardinals about their own unique experiences; and more.
Attendees can stay for the entire day or drop in any time! Registration is encouraged but not required. Learn More & Register We hope to see your students at UofL on October, 12! Questions about this event or the steps your student can take to join our Cardinal Family? Reach out to your personal admissions counselor, call our office at 502.852.6531, or simply reply to this email. Go Cards! Office of Admissions University of Louisville |
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ACHS Sports: Friday, October 04, 2019 | football | Paintville | Home | Varsity | 7:30 | Saturday, October 05, 2019 | b.soccer | Paris | Away | Varsity | 11:00 | Saturday, October 05, 2019 | cross country | L-ville @ Tom Sawyer | Away | Varsity | 11:00 | Monday, October 07, 2019 | b.soccer | 30th DistT.@Spencer | Away | | TBA | Monday, October 07, 2019 | g.soccer | Dist. T @Shelby | Away | | | Tuesday, October 08, 2019 | volleyball | Washington | Away | F/JV/V | | Wednesday, October 09, 2019 | volleyball | Western Hills | Away | F/JV/V | | Friday, October 11, 2019 | football | Bourbon | Away | Varsity | 7:30 | Monday, October 14, 2019 | b.soccer | 8th Region Tourney | Away | | TBA | Monday, October 14, 2019 | g.soccer | Regional T | Away | | TBA | Monday, October 14, 2019 | volleyball | Danville | Away | F/JV/V | | Wednesday, October 16, 2019 | volleyball | Bethlehem | Away | F/JV/V | | Thursday, October 17, 2019 | volleyball | Frankfort | Home | F/JV/V | 5:30/6:30/7:30 | Friday, October 18, 2019 | football | Boyle | Home | Varsity | 7:30 | Wednesday, October 23, 2019 | g.soccer | State T Round of 16 | Away | | | Friday, October 25, 2019 | football | Lexington Catholic | Away | Varsity | 7:30 | Saturday, October 26, 2019 | g.soccer | State T Elite 8 | Away | | | Friday, November 01, 2019 | football | Bardstown | Away | Varsity | 7:30 | Saturday, November 02, 2019 | cross country | State @ Horse Pk | Away | Varsity | TBD | Sunday, November 03, 2019 | g.soccer | State Championship | Away | Varsity |
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