Thursday, December 15, 2011

USF Engineering Expo

The University of South Florida College of Engineering personally invites DUNCAN U. FLETCHER HIGH SCHOOL to the 40th annual Engineering EXPO! Located in USF’s engineering complex, this FREE exhibition seeks to educate K-12 students on the importance of engineering, science, technology, and math (STEM) in their lives. EXPO will be held on Friday the 17th and Saturday the 18th of February 2012, taking place from 9am to 4pm on both days.




Last year the USF Engineering EXPO had more than 18,000 elementary, middle and high school students in attendance. Guests have the opportunity to visit interactive booths and shows put on by over 30 USF student organizations, 15 engineering and science departments, 10 research laboratories, and many local corporations. All of our exhibits are designed to be interactive - to teach students while entertaining them. This is a great opportunity for college-bound students to learn about USF Engineering and for students of all ages to gain an interest in the fields of engineering, science, technology, and math.



Each USF student organization is encouraged to fulfill Sunshine State Standard benchmarks for K-12 students during their activity. These benchmarks and corresponding activities are posted in a scavenger hunt handout at EXPO. On Saturday, Boy, Girl and Cub Scout troops will have the opportunity for their scouts to learn and earn merit badges that will be taught on site. Blue cards, badges, and belt loops will be provided and given out to those who earn them, free of charge (for the first 300).



Popular Shows at Engineering EXPO typically include:



● Physics: The Science of Everything



● X-Labs Electric Show



● IEEE: Laser Light Show



In previous years, corporate exhibitors have included TECO Energy, NASA, Honeywell, Raytheon, and Sypris Electronics. All of these corporations offer demonstrations and activities while giving students a unique opportunity to meet with local engineers.



This year’s event will be catered by Lupton’s BBQ once again. Lunch will be from 10am-2pm and the cost for a complete meal may vary from $5-$8, depending on selections. Vegetarian options will be available. More detailed information about the catering menu will be available closer to the event date on our website, along with other important updates. T-shirts, snacks, and many different souvenirs are also available for purchase throughout the day at the EXPO store.



Please visit us online at http://expo.eng.usf.edu to register now and see our FAQ if you have any questions or concerns!



Wednesday, December 14, 2011

College Process Session

There will be an information session on navigating the college application process hosted by "College Simplified".  This is absolutely free and they will specifically discuss college essay writing, financial aid,

preparing for the SAT and ACT.  The next session will be held at Pablo Creek Regional Library.


Place: Pablo Creek Regional Library
          13295 Beach Boulevard

Date: Saturday, December 17, 1-3 p.m.

Call  855.843.5687 to reserve your spot!



Reservations required · Refreshments will be served
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Duck brand duck tape

Visit www.stuckatprom.com for scholarship information from Duck brand duct tape. All you have to do is send them a picture of you wearing a duct tape dress/tux. Contest starts March 3. Full details are on their website.

Thursday, December 8, 2011

ExxonMobil Scholarships

ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships


Named for the first African American to walk in space, ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships are available to 2012 graduating high school seniors in school districts represented by the Council of the Great City Schools.

Four scholarships for two males and two females --- $5,000 each --- will be awarded to two African American and two Hispanic students on behalf of the former NASA astronaut, physician and businessman, Dr. Bernard Harris. Deadline for submissions is April 2, 2012.

 For students to apply click this link:  http://www.cgcs.org/Page/47

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Bright Futures

Seniors,

The Bright Futures Scholarship website is now live and ready for you to apply to the scholarship.  Remember you MUST have community service hours and you MUST complete a FAFSA this year to be eligible. 

We have a cheat sheet for applying here:
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Apply here:
https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/ua/sawstua_uaform.asp

FCAT 2.0 Study Material

There is a lot of study material here:

http://fcat.fldoe.org/fcat2/fcatitem.asp#download

Let's Move Jacksonville

Let's Move Jacksonville Final

Scholarship Newsletter

The November Scholarship Newsletter is here!  NOTE: Due to security, you may not be able to see this at school but you will see it at home.

Kathy's Nov 2011 Newsletter

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