On Wednesday, April 5th, ARMY SSG Riggleman will be giving a small group presentation in the counseling career center (counseling office) covering the details and benefits of the ARMY Reserve. The ARMY Reserve is a part-time service that allows you to still pursue a civilian career or be a full-time college student, receiving tuition assistance, while serving the ARMY part-time. This presentation is to educate students on all options including those that are not active duty. If you’re interested in attending the presentation, please sign up @ https://forms.gle/o6Utv6EqL7Dfvo749
Let me know if you have any questions. Have a great day! –Mrs. Snyder
On Wednesday, March 15th, West Point Admissions is hosting a Facebook Live session covering our Summer Leaders Experience (SLE), a one week summer camp in June at West Point. At SLE, students get to live in the barracks, eat in the mess hall, experience academic workshops, and complete two military days. Students enjoy making friends and working closely with West Point Cadets. Students may sign up at westpoint.edu. Log into the Facebook Page “West Point Admissions” at 6pm to hear all about SLE.
A Military Service Academy Night for students interested in attending the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Coastguard Academy or the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. The event will include Academy Liaison Officers from each service academy and a detailed explanation of the Congressional nomination process. The session will be held on October 6th, 2022 from 6-9pm at Robert Morris University, 6001 University Boulevard, Moon Township, PA 15108. (Enter through main entrance to RMU. Park in the upper UPMC parking lot. Enter UPMC event center and take the elevator to the 4th floor.) Please RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/Vfr3jFGX5Z
United States Military Academy at West Point, Valley Forge Military College & Army ROTC at Princeton, Drexel, Temple, Villanova, West Chester, and University of Delaware
Tuesday, 22 March 2022 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Valley Forge Military College Eisenhower Hall 1001 Eagle Rd Wayne, PA 19087 Doors open at 6pm.
Parking: In front of the building, next to the parade field.
Join us to learn about exciting opportunities at West Point, Valley Forge & Army ROTC!
Who should attend: Parents, students with an open admissions file, students interested in applying to West Point, Valley Forge Military College, or ROTC in the future; guidance counselors.
Summer Camps, Workshops, Military options and more are being added to the Summer Opportunities page! See below for the latest information and then continue to check the summer page for more options.
Learn to sail, fly a plane, conduct field operations, build robots, earn your SCUBA certification, train on a military base, cook on a military base, get a taste of SEAL training, or travel overseas with our international exchange programs.
The Naval Academy Summer STEM program encourages rising 9th – 11th grade students to pursue studies in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. For one week, campers create, build and explore in world-class lab facilities and experience real-life application and learning at one of the Top 5 “Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs” in the country as ranked by U.S. News and World Report.
Messiah University is offering their annual Young Writer’s Workshop, Young Filmmaker’s Workshop and Psychology Camp for the summer of 2022. All three workshops will be held on June 19-24, 2022 in person on campus.
The Filmmakers‘ and Writers‘ Workshops enhance student’s creativity, help them understand the future demands of college life and, most importantly, improve their abilities as writers and filmmakers. The Psychology Camp encourages students to explore their own ideas about psychology and biopsychology. All of the options offer a fun experience on a college campus this summer. Both resident and commuter options are available. Cost is between $575 and $699 depending on the camp and housing selection.
Registration is now open. Click here for more information or to apply!
On Friday, February 25th 6:30-8:30 pm, at Penn Manor High School, there will once again be an in-person Academy Night for the 11th District of Pennsylvania. United States Service Academy Liaison officers, ROTC representatives and DODMERB personnel will be present to brief on their programs. Information provided will include answers to the following:
· The difference between attending an academy/ROTC and military recruiters · The value of attending a summer program at an Academy · Describing the ‘ideal’ candidate · Determining the difference between a nomination and an appointment
Especially now, with the changes to SAT/ACT standards, extracurricular push, and hybrid learning, it is important for those students/parents/educators to understand the process and the rigors of the application/admission.
link will be emailed to you no later than 24 hours prior to event. *Rsvp MUST INCLUDE your name (and anyone attending the event), email address, school attending (and current grade), and top academy/rotc choice
The Spring ASVAB will be held on Wednesday, March 27th during blocks 1 & 2.
The ASVAB is a test used for military entrance as well as for further career development. The ASVAB has eight test areas: General Science, Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge, Electronics Information, Auto and Shop Information and Mechanical Comprehension. The test will help you identify your skills in various areas and link them to careers of your interest.
Please click here if you would like to take the spring ASVAB. You can sign up until March 20th.
If you have any questions, please see your counselor!
On Thursday, December 6th Hempfield High School will be hosting an event for students to learn about all types of military service, job training, and college funding. The event starts from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm.
Location: Hempfield High school Hackman Auditorium 200 Stanley Avenue Landisville, PA
All students in grades 9-12 will have the opportunity to speak with multiple military branches about job training, college funding and military service.
When: May 3,2018
Where: Salanco High-school in the LGI room, Quarry Ville, Pa 17566
Congressman Lloyd Smucker invites you to Academy Night 2018!
When: Monday, April 30th, 2018 from 7:00-9:00pm. *Registration will begin at 6:30pm.*
Where: Garden Spot High School- 669 East Main Street New Holland, PA 17557
You will have the chance to meet with representatives from the United States Military Academy, United States Naval Academy, United States Air Force Academy, United States Merchant Marine Academy, United States Coast Guard Academy and ROTC.
Please RSVP by April 25th to Mary.OConnor@mail.house.gov with the number of attendees.
The Spring ASVAB will be held on Wednesday, March 28th during blocks 1 & 2.
The ASVAB is a test used for military entrance as well as for further career development. The ASVAB has eight test areas: General Science, Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge, Electronics Information, Auto and Shop Information and Mechanical Comprehension. The test will help you identify your skills in various areas and link them to careers of your interest.
The United States Naval Academy Parents’ Club is sponsoring a bus trip on March 31st to help families learn more about the Naval Academy. Parents and students will have the opportunity to visit the Academy, learn about the application process, and hear from current “midshipmen” at the Academy. The cost is $90 per person. For more information, click NAVAL-ACADEMY or speak to your counselor.
Are you interested in learning more about the military and what opportunities might be available to you after high school? If so, please check out the events listed below!
ASVAB Interpretation : Thursday, November 2nd during homeroom
For students who took the ASVAB on Super Wednesday, there will be an interpretation session on 11/2 during homeroom in room 316.
Students will need their laptops.
If you were a test taker, you were emailed and will receive a pass on 11/2.
Education Day: Monday, November 6th
U.S. Army, U.S. Marines, U.S. National Air Guard, U.S. National Guard, U.S. Navy and Millersville’s ROTC representative will be joining our college reps. to share information about their programs!
This is a great opportunity for students interested in joining the military to meet with representatives from different branches and see which branch is the best fit for you and your career goals!
Military Lunch Display Dates:
11/2 – National Guard lunch display
11/7 – Marines lunch display
11/28 – Army lunch display
11/29 – Airguard lunch display
If you have any questions regarding these upcoming events, please stop by the counseling office!
The Fall 2021 ASVAB will be held on Wednesday, October 13th at Penn Manor High School.The ASVAB is offered to Junior and Senior students only.
The ASVAB is a test used for military entrance as well as for further career development. The ASVAB has eight test areas: General Science, Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge, Electronics Information, Auto and Shop Information and Mechanical Comprehension. The test will help you identify your skills in various areas and link them to careers of your interest.
If you sign up to take the test, please continue to check your student email account for test day information. You will receive test day information prior to the test date! If you have any questions, please see your counselor.
Congressman Lloyd Smucker (PA11) Presents Virtual ACADEMY NIGHT 2020
