Friday, November 30, 2012
Do you know someone who plans to apply to Roger Williams University?
Mrs. Cabral, Mt. Hope Librarian and Media Specialist and RWU alumna, has RWU application fee waivers available for Mt. Hope students. If you are applying to RWU and would like to save the $50 application fee, please see Mrs. Cabral in the library. Waivers are available until January 2nd on a first-come, first-served basis.
Scholarship Information---November 30
We received information this week about the following scholarships:
Massachusetts Credit Union League: $1500 scholarships. There will be one scholarship per chapter. Eligibility is limited to high school seniors who will be enrolled in an undergraduate college degree program during the 2013-14 academic year; applicant or parent/guardian must be a member of St. Anne's Credit Union; crediut union must be in good standing with league; submit a current scholarship application and form with other required materials to St. Anne's Credit Union. A student must also complete an essay. The application and information can be found in the guidance office. The deadline is February 1, 2013.
B. Davis Scholarship: $1000. Information can be found at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarship.htm. The deadline is May 27, 2013.
Rhode Island Association of Chinese Americans Scholarship: The goal of the scholarship is to promote Chinese culture and heritage among youth. The criteria include academic excellence, a commitment to interest in Chinese heritage and culture and provide service to the local Chinese community. More details and materials can be found at www.RIACA.us
Massachusetts Credit Union League: $1500 scholarships. There will be one scholarship per chapter. Eligibility is limited to high school seniors who will be enrolled in an undergraduate college degree program during the 2013-14 academic year; applicant or parent/guardian must be a member of St. Anne's Credit Union; crediut union must be in good standing with league; submit a current scholarship application and form with other required materials to St. Anne's Credit Union. A student must also complete an essay. The application and information can be found in the guidance office. The deadline is February 1, 2013.
B. Davis Scholarship: $1000. Information can be found at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarship.htm. The deadline is May 27, 2013.
Rhode Island Association of Chinese Americans Scholarship: The goal of the scholarship is to promote Chinese culture and heritage among youth. The criteria include academic excellence, a commitment to interest in Chinese heritage and culture and provide service to the local Chinese community. More details and materials can be found at www.RIACA.us
Monday, November 26, 2012
Financial Aid Night--December 4th
There will be a Financial Aid Night for students and families on Tuesday, December 4th from 6:30-7:30. The College Planning Center of Rhode Island will present the ins and outs of applying for financial aid. Please join us in the Mt. Hope High School Library.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
School Improvement Team Meeting
There will be School Improvement Team meeting on Tuesday, November 27th at 2:35 in the Library Classroom.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Parents' Advisory Council Meeting
The Parents' Advisory Council will meet with the administration and guidance counselors on Monday, November 26th at 6 p.m. in the Main Office Conference Room.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Scholarship Information--November 16th
This week in the guidance office we received information on several scholarships from StudentScholarships.org. More detailed information on each scholarship, as well as applications, can be found at http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
Stephen J. Brady Scholarship--applicants must have on-going commitment to community through volunteer activities
Davidson Fellows Scholarship---applicants must be a U.S. citizen and have completed a significant piece of work in one of the submission categories
Gilbraitti Scholarship--applicants must write an essay and apply prior to March 1. Applications can be found at www.mortgagebrokerslangley.ca/application.php
Odenza Marketing Group Spring Award--Applicants must complete an essay and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
10 Words or Less Scholarship---Applicant must answer the question on the sponsor's website in 10 Words or Less
BBG Communications Scholarship--Applicant must submit two essays.
Stephen J. Brady Scholarship--applicants must have on-going commitment to community through volunteer activities
Davidson Fellows Scholarship---applicants must be a U.S. citizen and have completed a significant piece of work in one of the submission categories
Gilbraitti Scholarship--applicants must write an essay and apply prior to March 1. Applications can be found at www.mortgagebrokerslangley.ca/application.php
Odenza Marketing Group Spring Award--Applicants must complete an essay and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
10 Words or Less Scholarship---Applicant must answer the question on the sponsor's website in 10 Words or Less
BBG Communications Scholarship--Applicant must submit two essays.
Report Cards--November 16
Report cards were issued to students in homeroom today. If you have any questions about your child's progress, please contact the teacher or your child's guidance counselor.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Scholarship Information for the week of November 9
We received information on the following scholarship opportunities this week:
1) Hood Sportsmanship Scholarship: Hood awards three $5000 scholarships to students in each of the six New England states. In order to be eligible, students must have earned a cumulative 3.0 GPS or high and performed volunteer work in the community. There are essay and additional application requirements. A copy of the information can be found in the guidance office. You can also visit hood.com for more informatiion or call Lorraine Wark, program coordinator at 2077723119, ext. 21.
2) American Legion: For more information visit: www.legion.org/needalift
3) Army ROTC 4-Year College Scholarship Program: Complete information is available in the guidance office or visit http:///www.goarmy.com/rotc.html The initial application deadline is January 10, 2013.
4) Rhode Island College: Each year the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance award the Helen Forman Scholarship to one student in each of the disciplines. It is a four year full-tuition scholarship and is awarded on the bases of exceptional abilities in the performing arts disciplines. There are also several Student Talent Award Scholarships. All students interested in majoring in these performing arts majors must audition. Additional information is located in the guidance office. You can also call the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance at 4014569883 or visit the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ricmusic
1) Hood Sportsmanship Scholarship: Hood awards three $5000 scholarships to students in each of the six New England states. In order to be eligible, students must have earned a cumulative 3.0 GPS or high and performed volunteer work in the community. There are essay and additional application requirements. A copy of the information can be found in the guidance office. You can also visit hood.com for more informatiion or call Lorraine Wark, program coordinator at 2077723119, ext. 21.
2) American Legion: For more information visit: www.legion.org/needalift
3) Army ROTC 4-Year College Scholarship Program: Complete information is available in the guidance office or visit http:///www.goarmy.com/rotc.html The initial application deadline is January 10, 2013.
4) Rhode Island College: Each year the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance award the Helen Forman Scholarship to one student in each of the disciplines. It is a four year full-tuition scholarship and is awarded on the bases of exceptional abilities in the performing arts disciplines. There are also several Student Talent Award Scholarships. All students interested in majoring in these performing arts majors must audition. Additional information is located in the guidance office. You can also call the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance at 4014569883 or visit the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ricmusic
Monday, November 5, 2012
Reminder
Tomorrow is Election Day. Classes will not be held for students, but teachers will be engaged in professional development. Classes will resume as usual on Wednesday, November 7th.
Happy Voting!
Happy Voting!
Information from Senator Reed's Office--Financial Aid Workshop and Congressional Appointments
Senator Reed has just provided us with updates for College Bound seniors.
The deadline for students seeking military academy nominations has been extended to Monday, November 5th. For students who have already submitted their application files to Senator Reed's office, the appointments for Thursday, November 8th and Friday, November 9th will continue as previously scheduled.
If you would like to send Senator Reed a message, please contact him by visiting, http://www.reed.senate.gov/contact
The deadline for students seeking military academy nominations has been extended to Monday, November 5th. For students who have already submitted their application files to Senator Reed's office, the appointments for Thursday, November 8th and Friday, November 9th will continue as previously scheduled.
If you would like to send Senator Reed a message, please contact him by visiting, http://www.reed.senate.gov/contact
Friday, November 2, 2012
Norwich Academy 22nd Annual Service Academy Night
Norwich Academy will hosts its annual service academy informational night at the Danversport Yacht Club, Danvers, MA on Wednesday, November 7th.
Congressional staff will be present to discuss the Academy Appointment, Selection and Nomination process.
For more information, please contact Capt. Ed. Bryant USCGR at 9783565453 or captecb@aol.com or LTc Collins at 8024858004 or cdavison@norwich.edu
Congressional staff will be present to discuss the Academy Appointment, Selection and Nomination process.
For more information, please contact Capt. Ed. Bryant USCGR at 9783565453 or captecb@aol.com or LTc Collins at 8024858004 or cdavison@norwich.edu
This week's scholarship information
This week we received the following scholarship information:
Tuition Break for New England Residents: New England Regional Student Program
Learn about the tuition rates for in-state schools in New England. Information can be found at www.nebhe.org/tuitionbreak
Ithaca College's Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship program
A scholarship program for academically exceptional students from underrepresented populations. Information can be found in the Mt. Hope Guidance Office.
Villanova University offers two academic merit-based scholarships. The deadline is December 1 for the Presidential Scholarship Nomination and Villanova Scholarship. More information can be found in the Mt. Hope Guidance Office.
The United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program. This scholarship is awarrded to high school seniors who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schoool. Application forms can be found in the guidance office or email AJR810@yahoo.com. The deadline is December 20th.
Tuition Break for New England Residents: New England Regional Student Program
Learn about the tuition rates for in-state schools in New England. Information can be found at www.nebhe.org/tuitionbreak
Ithaca College's Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship program
A scholarship program for academically exceptional students from underrepresented populations. Information can be found in the Mt. Hope Guidance Office.
Villanova University offers two academic merit-based scholarships. The deadline is December 1 for the Presidential Scholarship Nomination and Villanova Scholarship. More information can be found in the Mt. Hope Guidance Office.
The United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Program. This scholarship is awarrded to high school seniors who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schoool. Application forms can be found in the guidance office or email AJR810@yahoo.com. The deadline is December 20th.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Change to the end of 1st quarter
Due to Super Storm Sandy, the end of the first term will now be Friday, November 9th. Report cards will be distributed to students on Friday, November 16th.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
New England Tech Night
New England Tech will host an open house on Wednesday, November 7th from 4-8 p.m. New England Tech has a new campus at One New England Tech Boulevard in East Greenwich, RI. You will be able to tour their innovative labs and classrooms, talk with instructors and meet with Financial Aid and Admissions Officers. For more information, go to www.neit.edu/technite
Friday, October 19, 2012
Scholarship Information Update
We have received information and applications for the following scholarships:
Rhode Island Polonia Scholarship Foundation: The primary requirements for this scholarship are Rhode Island residents of Polish-American descent and U.S. citizen and academic qualification of B or better.
Bristol County R.I. Elks Lodge No. 1860: Any high school senior who is a U.S. citizen is eligible.
Applications are available in the guidance office.
Rhode Island Polonia Scholarship Foundation: The primary requirements for this scholarship are Rhode Island residents of Polish-American descent and U.S. citizen and academic qualification of B or better.
Bristol County R.I. Elks Lodge No. 1860: Any high school senior who is a U.S. citizen is eligible.
Applications are available in the guidance office.
Bowdoin Informational Meeting
Interested prospective students have been invited to learn more about Bowdoin College. The program will include a presentation about academic and student life at Bowdoin College. The representative will also detail the admissions process. The informational meeting will be held at Rocky Hill School in East Greenwich on Tuesday, October 30 from 7-8:30 p.m.
Directions and map available at www.RockyHill.org
Directions and map available at www.RockyHill.org
Writers Wanted....A Chance to Volunteer
The After School Writing Enrichment Club at Hugh Cole School needs student volunteers. This year, 60 elementary school students joined the club. With so many interested enthuiastic children, the program organizers need your help. In this club, cach child writes and creates his own book. If you like writing, working with small children and giving back to your community, this may be the perfect place for you to do what you love. The club meets on Tuesdays from 3-4 and runs through May. Student volunteers earn 2 hours of community service per week.
If you think that this could be the right fit for your talents, please contact Mrs. Linda Rimoshytus at llrimo@aol.com.
If you think that this could be the right fit for your talents, please contact Mrs. Linda Rimoshytus at llrimo@aol.com.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Senator Reed's Financial Aid Workshop
Senator Jack Reed will host his annual College Financial Aid workshop on Thursday, November 1 at 7 p.m. in the Cranston High School West Auditorium. The address is 80 Metropolitan Avenue, Cranston, RI. The workshop is free and open to the public.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Yearbook.....
NECAP Make-Up Testing
Tomorrow is the last day to make up a part of the NECAP test that you may have missed due to illness. The tests will be administered tomorrow in the library classroom at 8 a.m. Please call your guidance counselor if you have any questions.
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