We just received notice from the PA Governor’s School for Science and Technology that the deadline for application is January 16! This is a four week summer program at Lehigh University. Governor’s Schools are rigorous, selective, and prestigious. If your son/daughter is accepted, the program is FREE! It is a great introduction to college. Many students say it is life-changing to attend a Governor’s School!

Here is the website: http://www.lehigh.edu/engineering/faculty/undergraduate/pgset/index.html

Attached is the application. Your son/daughter must have his/her guidance counselor submit the application for him/her. If interested, they should start the process tomorrow!

If they need help, see me, and/or school counselor.

Below is the email I just received from the Counseling Dept announcing the school and application deadline:

Pennsylvania Governor’s School for Engineering and Technology

June 28, 2015 – July 25, 2015

Lehigh University | Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

APPLICATION POSTMARKED DEADLINE: JANUARY 16, 2015

The Pennsylvania Governor’s School for Engineering and Technology (PGSE&T) is a four-week summer residential program for talented high school students of science and mathematics. Sponsored by the Team PA Foundation, Pennsylvania Department of Education, PPL and hosted by the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh University, PGSE&T offers an enrichment experience in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and emphasizes cooperative learning and hands-on laboratory experiences.

The goal of PGSE&T is to encourage young talent to pursue careers in STEM-related fields. The PGSE&T academic program comprises four components:

• Core courses are selected to provide a glimpse into the grand challenges of modern engineering such as energy, healthcare/bioengineering, cybersecurity, transportation/infrastructure, environment/ sustainability, manufacturing/additive manufacturing, personal electronics, 3D printing, nanotechnology, and military technology.
• Laboratory courses engage students in hands-on laboratory experiences
• Team research projects
• Guest lectures by experts in various STEM-related fields will broaden each student’s awareness of the importance of science and engineering to industrial and societal progress.

PGSE&T faculty are recruited from Lehigh University and other leading regional institutions. The program of formal instruction and team research is conducted entirely at Lehigh University.

Sponsored by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education and

Corporations and Friends of the Pennsylvania Governor’s School for Engineering and Technology
APPLICATION STATS:

• Guidance counselor should submit application on behalf of student
• Questions: email – inpgset@lehigh.edu

A great opportunity for 11th Grade students to participate in a three week field school in Greenland.  All costs for participants are covered.
Students Invited to Apply for the Joint Science Education Project (JSEP)
http://www.arcus.org/jsep

The Joint Science Education Project (JSEP) is a National Science Foundation
supported science and cultural-exchange summer program for high-school students.
The three-week program takes place entirely in Greenland. Participants from the
United States, Denmark, and Greenland live and work together while exploring
current research and completing their own inquiry-based investigations. The
program includes two weeks of extensive field experiences based out of the town
of Kangerlussuaq and a final week with a visit to Summit Station, the U.S.
research facility located at the top of the Greenland ice sheet. Students
observe scientists as they conduct research in a wide variety of fields
including biology, geology, climatology, chemistry, and engineering. Students
also have significant hands-on experiences in field research under the guidance
of professional teachers from the participating nations.

JSEP is open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents in the 11th grade at the
time of application submittal. Applications from underserved students are
encouraged. NSF’s Division of Polar Programs covers all participant costs, such
as food, transportation, lodging, and instruction for students selected to
participate. For more information, including application materials, go to
http://www.arcus.org/jsep.

Applications for the JSEP 2015 program will open on November 15, 2014 and close
January 9, 2015.

Are you trying to figure out what career may be right for you?  Consider checking out the Pathways to 21st Century Careers Night on November 12th at the Farm and Home Center.  See where the hot jobs are, what the high wage occupations are and where you may find your fit.

Stop in the counseling office for a flyer with more information.

Rock Hill Boat Access

What: Habitat Restoration/Cleanup and Invasive Species Removal

Where: 1287 Conestoga Blvd Millersville, PA (look for PA Fish and Boat sign)

When: Sunday November 9th              10AM-3PM

Any questions? Feel free to contact Jordan Kmetz at: jmkmetz@millersville.edu

Seniors– if you are accepted to attend college you MUST go into www.parchment.com and request that your final transcript be sent to the college you will be attending.  You will not be permitted to start classes at your school until they have this final transcript showing that you graduated from high school.  Please go to Parchment today and request your final transcript.  Stop in the counseling office if you have questions.