All ’bout Construction Camp for Girls: June 2020

Attention girls: if you are thinking about a career in construction, ABC Keystone is hosting its first-ever All ‘bout Construction (ABC) Girls Camp from June 15-19, 7:30 AM to 4 PM each day, at their facility in Manheim at no cost.

Who: Girls from Lancaster County, ages 14-18
Where: ABC Keystone: 135 Shellyland Road Manheim, PA 17545-8683
When: June 15-19, 2020.

About the Program:
The All ’bout Construction Girls Camp provides girls the opportunity explore a career in the construction through inspiration and mentoring from construction industry professionals. Campers will experience the construction trades through hands-on learning as they build and develop their self-esteem by learning skills to solve challenging projects and successfully completing them. During the camp, attendees will gain foundation skills including problem solving and managing team dynamics. Campers will take multiple field trips to area contractors to see construction in action. At the ABC Keystone training facility, they will utilize their newly-gained knowledge of select trades to build their very own take-home project! There is no fees to attend this camp.

Apply NOW, Space is limited to 20 campers. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY APRIL 30, 2020.
Register at: https://abckeystone.org/abc-all-bout-construction-girls-camp/

For more info, visit their website: https://abckeystone.org/event/all-committee-kick-off-2020/

Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Camp July 2020-

Students: Consider planning for your future career in health care— consider attending the upcoming camp at Lebanon Valley.

When: Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Camp

When: July 26-31, 2020.
Where: Lebanon Valley College, Annville, Pa.

Program Description 

Through lectures and hands-on laboratory investigations in state-of-the-art laboratories, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of molecular biology, pharmacology, immunology, biochemistry, and medical ethics. Students will learn how laboratory science can be translated into improved human health and will engage in investigative experiences that will allow them to apply their laboratory skills to real life problems. In addition, students will interact with practicing professionals in fields such as medicine, physical therapy, toxicology, genetic counseling, and biomedical laboratory research. The Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Camp will provide a fun, challenging, and engaging college environment in which students will develop a deeper understanding of what it means to be a biomedical scientist and health professional.  

Camp Goals 

The goal for this camp is not only to provide students with a window into the scientific basis of human health, but also to offer them a glimpse of college life through an engaging and challenging academic experience.

Campers will live in a college residence hall, participate in lectures and laboratories in the state-of-the-art Neidig-Garber Science Center, and eat their meals in the newly renovated Mund Dining Hall. Additionally, campers will be mentored by resident advisors who are current LVC science majors. Resident advisors are selected based on their expertise in the sciences, as well as their maturity and experience mentoring younger students.

Camp Details


Cost: $1,000 (this all-inclusive camp fee covers room and board, laboratory supplies, lecture supplies, evening activities, guest speakers, etc.)
Who: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors

Questions, feel free to visit : https://www.lvc.edu/life-at-lvc/summer-community-programming/health-biomedical-sciences-camp/ or contact Dr. Courtney Lappas at lappas@lvc.edu. for more information.

FAFSA Completion Workshop

Seniors and parent/guardian you are invited to attend the FAFSA completion lab on November 14th at 6pm in the high school library. A representative from PHEAA ( Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency) will be here to assist you in the completion and submission of your financial aid form. Either you or your parent can email marjean.long@pennmanor.net to reserve a seat at the lab. Things you will need to complete your FAFSA

  • FSA ID ( Create at fsaid.ed.gov) You and your parent/guardian should each create one for electronically signing the FAFSA.
  • Student Laptop
  • Social Security number
  • Driver’s license
  • W-2 Forms
  • Records of other untaxed income received, including workers’ compensation, child support, payments to tax deferred pension and savings plans.
  • Your federal income tax return from the prior -prior year.
  • Your current bank statements and records of sticks, bonds and other investments.

PFEW Summer Camp

It’s NOT too early to start planning for the summer!

Penn Manor 10th and 11th graders are encouraged to check out Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week (PFEW). This program is a fantastic summer learning experience that teaches students about careers in the field of BUSINESS, leadership skills, college life and so much more!!! Students return gaining the knowledge, skills and qualities critical to future success in their increasingly competitive global economy. Do not miss this one week experience.
The fee for Penn Manor students is ONLY $150 for an entire week of summer fun, learning, and experience living on a college campus!

Email Amber Goss amber@pfew.org for more information or stop in the counseling office to see your counselor.

Education Day 2019

Please Join Us For
Education Day
November 4th East Gym

 Parents and students are invited to attend Penn Manor Education Day on November 4th, 2019. Over 100 admission representatives will be here from two and four year colleges, technical, nursing and business schools in the East Gym. This is a great opportunity to speak to admission counselors and ask questions about the various Career Preparatory Programs and Colleges from around the East Coast. Learn about entrance requirements, financial aid, campus life and academic programs. NEW additions include local workforce sharing career information and job opportunities.

The event time will be 10:50-1:05.

Click the link below for a list of attendees:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fp1FJlC0PvbX0dZ00GuQZuqwcS9Re039k7u0p5UUoJM/edit

Program Discovery Event at Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences

Are you compassionate and caring? Do you desire an education with hands-on clinical experience in an open, supportive, and diverse learning environment? Want to start a career in healthcare feeling confident and prepared to make a difference in the lives of others? If yes, then this is an opportunity for you!

The program is held at Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences
1025 Old Wyomissing Road, Reading 19612
On Saturday, October 26, 2019, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m
.
Registration required. Call 484-628-0100 or go to
reading.towerhealth.org/discover.

Reading Hospital is presenting information on admissions, financial aid and costs, and student services. Presentations will highlight the following programs:
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Emergency Medical Services
Medical Imaging
Nursing
Surgical Technology

For more information on the school policies, consumer information, and tuition and fees, visit their website atreading.towerhealth.org/sohs.

Imaging Discovery Events at Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences

Find out if a career in Imaging is for you! Attend event at Reading Hospital School for an exciting presentation on their two imaging curriculum areas: Medical Imaging (radiography) and Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS). This program-specific information session will be offered in both fall and spring semesters (2019-2020) at the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences

WHEN: November 5, 2019: 6 to 7:30 p.m. and/or February 18, 2020: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences
1025 Old Wyomissing Road, Reading, PA 19612

INFO: Registration required. Call 484-628-0100 or go to reading.towerhealth.org/discover

Don’s miss this opportunity if you are interested in career in the medical field.

Financial Aid Night

On Thursday October 24th, students, parents and guardians are invited to the high school auditorium at 6:00 PM to learn how to apply for all types of financial aid, including completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is required to determine eligibility for most student aid programs

Plan on attending this informative session sponsored by the PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency) and the Counseling office. Topics will include:
How to plan and pay for college and career schools
Resources available to students and parents
Scholarships
Upcoming Career and College related events

Please contact your School Counselor with any questions.