Counseling Corner: Summer programs will be published on Friday's bi-weekly. Please be sure to read both bulletins each week so that you don't miss out on important information from the school and the counseling department.

One Week Remaining to Apply for MARC 2024-2025! 

 Questions? Contact Crystal Jackson at marc@atlantaregional.org or 470-378-1553.

Sponsored by the National Security Agency and National Science Foundation, GenCyber is a 6-day, residential summer camp open to students of diverse cybersecurity experience. If accepted to the yearly camp cohort, campers will enjoy engaging, hands-on learning opportunities including classroom activities and field trips to NSA Georgia and the Fort Eisenhower Cyber Center of Excellence.

• Date: June 2-7
• Age: Rising juniors and seniors in high school
• Residential camp
• Registration is open
• Location: Augusta University

• Cost: Free

Goals of the GenCyber Camp:

• Expose high school students to potential careers and issues in cybersecurity. 
• Teach students to secure their digital lifestyle. 
• Demonstrate to students why "Internet of Things" devices need to be secured. 
• Augusta University's program is designed to teach the GenCyber First Principles (listed below), cybersecurity ethics and online safety and hygiene.

Augusta University’s GenCyber Camp link for registrationand nore information: https://www.augusta.edu/ccs/cyber-institute/gencyber

The Miami University Summer Scholars Program is an opportunity for academically talented rising high school juniors and seniors to spend one week on Miami's campus exploring a topic of their choice alongside our leading facility and professional experts. The university is pleased to offer a limited number of full scholarships to academically talented students with financial need. There is no application fee. 

All application materials can be submitted and need to be received by May 1st, 2024. We will begin releasing decisions in April and assigning modules on a first-come, first-served basis, which means many popular modules may reach capacity prior to May 1st deadline. Students are encouraged to submit their applications early.

If you have any questions, please email summerscholars@MiamiOH.edu or call 513-529-2531. More information regarding the program can be found online at MiamiOH.edu/SummerScholars.

Cherokee Town Club's Pool Snack Bar is looking for motivated students to apply for a summer job as a Pool Snack Attendant position. If any student ages 16 or older can acquire at https://cherokeetcc.applicantpro.com/jobs/2803715. If you have any questions or concerns contact Sydney at srobertson@cherokeetcc.org or at 434-532-2455.

This is for any students that are thinking about a career in communications or who enjoy writing, have them apply to the Boston University Summer Journalism Academy. Students can choose their session:

• Writing and Reporting, offered in-person from June 24 to July 12, 2024, or on-line  two-week sessions starting June 17, July 1, and July 15, 2024
• Photojournalism, offered in-person from June 24 to July 12, 2024

In our Writing and Reporting sessions, our award-winning journalists work with students to show them how to follow facts and get to the heart of stories affecting their communities. All students attending our program will have the option to publish one of their stories on our Academy’s website, The Terrier , and use this to in their college essays or add to their portfolios.

Students interested in visual storytelling can apply for our photojournalism sessions. Veteran photojournalist Stephen Haines will help students develop their camera skills and guide them on how to work alongside journalists.

No matter what session your student(s) select, they will learn practical skills to apply to any career.

To learn more, visit www.summerjournalism.org. We accept applications on a rolling basis. The final deadline to apply is: 

• April 19, 2024, for on-campus sessions, and 
• May 10, 2024, for our online sessions.

First Integrated Community Care Services (FICCS) is a non-profit located in Peachtree Corners that is working to end the stigma against mental illness and support minority groups in our community. FICCS is excited to announce our summer camp, Xtremenovation: a behavioral intensive program helping kids build up emotional regulation, socialization, and get the support they need for school success. Camp Xtremenovation is led by professionals who specialize in working with youth with mental and behavioral issues.

The flyer below outlines the details of Xtremenovation, a link to our website, and another link to the Eventbrite registration page. Registration price includes an in-person behavioral assessment at our Jimmy Carter Boulevard office. Camp sessions are on a weekly drop-in basis to provide financial and schedule flexibility. We do suggest families of children with behavioral issues like ADHD and ODD commit to 3-4 weeks to gain maximum benefits. We believe this is an excellent referral opportunity for any students who may benefit from behavioral intervention.

Click links below for tickets, dates and more information:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/behavioral-summer-camp-tickets-844642958827?aff=oddtdtcreator

https://eficcs.org/

GSU's Academy for Future Teachers (AFT'22) is now accepting applications to its in-person summer STEAM program for high school students, coming June 3-21 from 8 am-1 pm daily. Please share this opportunity. AFT is designed for students in diverse, urban schools! 

In the Academy, students explore STEAM in a new context - going beyond content review to explore how to teach science and math to early childhood and secondary students. It'll be challenging, engaging, and a chance to connect with new friends from all over Atlanta.

AFT'24 welcomes CTAE students - though anyone open to exploring teaching as a career or STEM is encouraged to apply.

For more details, check the flyer below and scan QR code for application:

Math Corps Georgia summer camp is having a 4-week summer math and mentoring program for young women and girls from June 3 - June 27, 2024. This is a tuition-free program where middle and high school students will come together to share in the learning of mathematics. This is a paid position for high school and college students.

• Students currently in grades 7 and 8 are eligible to apply as a grade 8 or 9 camper. 
• Students currently in grades 9-11 are eligible to apply for the paid Teaching Assistant (TA) position. TAs help tutor and mentor the campers and receive enrichment in the afternoon. 
• Students currently in grades 12 and in college are eligible to apply for the paid College Instructor and College Assistant positions.

Math Corps GEORGIA will be held at St. Pius X High School June 3 - 27, 2024 and applications are now open!

Please click the attach flyer below for important information:

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/MATH_CORPS_CAMPER_TA_FLYER__1_.pdf

Current 7th and 8th Grade (Camper) Application Link

Current 9-11th Grade (TA) Application Link 

Badger Precollege offers high school students the opportunity to learn more about college life and academics, gain valuable experience in independence, and pursue new and growing passions. It is an opportunity to invest in your students' future, both inside and outside the classroom.

Here are just a few programs and classes that may be an excellent fit for your students:

Badger Summer Scholars | July 21–Aug. 2

• Philosophy of Law — How did the law come to be? Can morality and law be separate, or should they be closely linked? Through research, discussion and maybe even a little debate, we'll analyze fundamental concepts of legal systems and negotiate the settlement of philosophy versus reality. Veterinary and Animal Science — Are you interested in pre-vet studies or animal sciences? Through discussion, classroom exercises and labs, you'll learn about the complex relationships between humans, animals and the environment. Plus, we'll explore the many career and education opportunities for working with animals. Elections Have Consequences — The 2024 presidential election cycle offers a unique moment to reassess why and how "elections have consequences" in American politics. In this class, we'll meet with guest speakers who are experts in elections and politics and examine the key policies and players (including candidates, media, interest groups and governmental officials) central to the 2024 election cycle.

Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) | June 30–July 20

• Forensic Science — Learn to collect, analyze and interpret physical and biological trace evidence such as fingerprints, hair, fibers and DNA. This laboratory-based course will allow you to use logical thought processes and scientific inquiry skills to interpret evidence and analyze criminal psychology. Environmental Studies — Explore different social science approaches to interpreting the relationship between the environment and society at various scales, from local to global. This course traces the social origins of environmental concerns, their social impacts and the different responses they engender.

Summer Arts Clinic | June 30–July 6

• Flower Power: Eco Fashion and Plant Dyes — In this hands-on experience, you will learn how to use flowers and other plants to create natural dyes and will custom-dye and alter your clothing. Gain awareness of the fashion industry's environmental impact and learn about eco-friendly alternatives. No prior sewing or dyeing experience is required.

If any students interested in other academic areas, please explore the rest of our summer classes and apply today before spaces fill up!

Click here Badger Precollege information.

Available for Georgia’s Rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. This workshop focuses on the value, protection, and conservation of Georgia’s wildlife, forestry, soil, and water resources, including conservation in Georgia’s mining industry. The workshop gives students a taste of college life while delivering valuable insight into careers through their counselors and instructors. (Students who have previously attended the workshop are not eligible).

Information about the Program:

• Dates of NRCW June 9 – 14, 2024.
• Camp takes place at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, Georgia.
• Students scoring well on the workshop exam may be awarded a college scholarship. A limited number of scholarships are awarded based on exam scores and specific scholarship guidelines and criteria.
• Features field trips, classroom instruction, and recreational activities.
• Sponsorships are available through local Conservation Districts for students to attend at no cost.

The number of students who can attend the 2024 Natural Resources Conservation Workshop is limited.  We will be accepting applications between March 1 and May 1.  All steps of the application process must be completed before the student can be accepted. Workshop spots are filled on a first-completed application basis.

2024 NRCW Registration will be open until May 1, 2024!

1. Complete the “2024 NRCW Student Application Part 1” (link at https://www.abac.edu/beyond-the-classroom-sanr/) 
2. Once we receive Part 1, you will then receive a follow-up email with a link to “2024 NRCW Student Application Part 2” and “2024 NRCW Code of Conduct”.
3. You will receive an acceptance email once all steps have been completed and your paperwork has been received and processed by the workshop personnel.

NRCW – Bus Ride Information

The Blue Ridge Mountain Conservation District and the Limestone Valley Conservation District coordinate buses that make various scheduled stops to transport workshop attendees to and from the workshop.  The scheduled bus routes and pick-up/drop-off locations for 2024 will be posted here as soon as available.

For more information, call 229.391.5072 or email nrcw@abac.edu.

Click Here and scroll down to the Natural Resources Conservation Workshop.

Click the link below for NRCW flyer: 

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/NRCW_Save_The_Date_flyer__1_.pdf

West Point’s Summer Leaders Experience (SLE) :

At West Point we develop Leaders of Character, and we are looking for high-achieving young people who are in great standing with their school and community, and who want to challenge themselves. Please see the attached flyer to share with your students, educators, and parents!

What is SLE?

• SLE is a one-week program for current Juniors (High School Class of 2025) to visit West Point in June.
• Students in this program get to spend the week with our cadets, live in the barracks, and eat in the mess hall.
• Learn about West Point’s world class academics by trying 4 of our 17 academic workshops.
• Learn about military training and becoming a Leader of Character at West Point by completing two military days to include rappelling, Zodiac boats, combatives (like Jiu-Jitsu) training and more!
• Challenge themselves physically by attempting the Candidate Fitness Assessment, conducting physical training, and sports.
• Complete their admissions interview with a cadet.
• Spend the week making friends with other students from all over the US who are applying to West Point.

Students may sign up for this program now by using the QR code in the attached “2024 SLE FLYER” or directly at westpoint.edu. We will accept applications until April 15^th. SLE is competitive and not all who apply are offered to attend.

Learn more about SLE- https://www.westpoint.edu/admissions/summer-program
Apply now- https://apply.westpoint.edu/portal/candidate
Please direct any questions to admissionsne@westpoint.edu.

West Point Flyer:

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/westpoint_flyer_summer.pdf

Calling Rising 10th - 12th Grade Students 

This summer Oglethorpe University is offering a summer day camp in mathematics. The program will show participants how math is used in many different ways. Check out the flyer below for more information. Deadline for the applications is May 15th.

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/Flyer_2024_Summer_Camp.docx

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/Summer_Camp_Registration_2024.docx

Come and explore in Syracuse University this summer. Experience the college life and explore different academics. This is a good start to receive credits and non credit course, a head start on college and much more. Check the flyer for more information. 

Pre-college Summer is a 1-week, July 14-20, residential experience designed to provide a dynamic and immersive learning experience for high school students in grades 9-11. From exploring the vibrant streets of New York City to diving into the world of entrepreneurship, animation, and beyond, our diverse range of academic offerings caters to every interest and aspiration.

For more information about each program sign up for a virtual information session! Students may apply by visiting the Pre-college Summer website.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan is accepting students for Joy of Coding: Intro to Coding summer courses. In the past years the program has accept about 4000 student across the America and 25 countries.

The course builds on principles of logic to show students how coding powers apps they use daily, such as Instagram filters and AI chatbots. 

These days, almost all STEM fields, not just Computer Science, use coding as a means to instruct the computer to "do more" cool stuff, designing vaccines, programming robots and driverless cars, inventing apps to detect and diagnose diseases in humans, animals and plants. 

We are looking for math and science-loving students who perhaps don't realize that coding is for everyone and not just for Computer Scientists. The students we are looking for:

+ enjoy the logic in math

+ love solving problems creatively and, 

+ are willing to reach out for help to our team of coaches when stuck - everyone gets stuck somewhere when learning something new!   

Some details about the course:

The Joy of Coding online course has been specially created by the University of Michigan Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering for anyone who wants to experience first-hand the power and thrill of coding computers to do amazing things.

Course Dates: June 19 -  July 31, 2024 

Course Format: completely online, asynchronous, no scheduled lectures

Course Cost: $149 + tax, need-based financial aid available

Prerequisites: 

+ students must be 13 years or older 

+ No prior coding experience is required!

+ Have taken high school algebra

+ Have a desire to learn

+ Are able to commit 4 - 6 hours a week and chip away at the material daily 

Students will: 

+ Have weekly asynchronous coding lectures/assignments using an interactive textbook

+ Learn to code at their own pace with support from Michigan ECE faculty and students 

+ Have our commitment to help you get unstuck when learning to code  - everyone gets stuck somewhere, at some point!

+ Receive a certificate of accomplishment to bolster their college applications

 For priority consideration, please submit an application by May 31 on our website

Click link below for more information:

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/The_Joy_of_Coding_Flyer_2024.pdf

Is that time of the year again for NC State Wilson College of Textiles for their annual summer program, the Summer Textile Exploration Program (STEP). 

Any students who have an interest in engineering, design, fashion, management, chemistry, or any other related field, we'd like to invite you to read more about STEP below:

STEP is a chance for rising high school seniors to experience the best of what the Wilson College of Textiles and NC State have to offer. During one of five weeks in the summer of 2024, students will have the opportunity to meet faculty, staff, current students and alumni while exploring textiles through projects, workshops and other activities. Students will live in our residence halls, eat in our dining halls and see what it’s like to be a college student. STEP will take place during the following weeks:

• STEP Week 1: June 9-14
• STEP Week 2: June 16-21
• STEP Week 3: June 23-28
• STEP Week 4: July 7-12
• Textile Pioneer Week: July 14-19 (Open to students from Tier 1 or 2 counties only)

Each student has the opportunity to rank their level of interest in one of the subject areas below and will complete a project pertaining to that subject.

• Apparel Design
• Textile Engineering
• Business Management
• Textile Design
• Polymer Color Chemistry

The STEP application will close on April 15. If you have any students interested, please invite them to apply here. Scholarship opportunities are available for those with financial need.

We have begun accepting applications for the 2024 Summer Writing Institute for high school students. This June we will hold our 47th session of the college-prep program with a range of analytical and creative writing courses. I hope you might have students (rising sophomores, juniors, seniors) who would enjoy this residential opportunity on the beautiful Rhodes College campus. Our website includes information about the academic program, tuition, financial aid, college prep, and extracurricular activities. If you have any questions, please email me directly at finlayson@rhodes.edu. 

Calling all students: Lebanon Valley College is giving an opportunity to technically incline high school students to explore Actuarial Science or Computer Programming.

An actuary is a business professional who uses mathematical and
financial tools to help identify and manage risk, so it's a great career
for students who are strong mathematically but who aren't necessarily
interested in teaching.

For the past 30 years we run a one week summer camp for rising high school seniors to help them pursue Actuarial Science or Computer Science. 

Here's a link to the camp web sites:

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Smash: Spanish

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/Spanish__1_.pdf

Smash General Information

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/General__English_.pdf

Summer is a perfect time for motivated high school students to start thinking about college. Georgetown University’s application period for summer is now open.

The online pre-college programs help students ages 13 and older explore their interests. Through participating in our courses, students can discover if an interest could lead to a college major or even a future career.

Click Here for the digital flyer for more information.

miRcore is a non- profit research organization with the mission to democratize medical research. miRcore is having their annual summer camp for motivated high school students is now open. Students will have the chance to research with tools that scientists currently use. Our camps provide a great opportunity for students to learn more about the intersection between biology and computer science, and work with other students with similar interests. During the camps, students will learn and engage in computational biology tools, analyzing high-throughput sequencing data, and R programming with machine learning for research. Our camp sessions offered include the Computational Biology Camp (CB), Biotechnology Sequencing Camp (BTS), and R Programming & Machine Learning Camp (R Camp). We also offer a special 3-week Sequencing Your Genome Camp, where students can sequence their own genomes!

A unique feature of our camps is that following the summer, students can continue their learning experience with the miRcore Volunteer Program, which meets throughout the school year online (remote students) and in person (at the University of Michigan and Scripps Research Institute). Our volunteer program guides students in year-long group research to publish research abstracts and to present at our Annual High School Research Conferences (2024 keynote speaker: Dr. Anthony Antonellis, Chair of the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Michigan). Beyond personal research advances, the miRcore Volunteer Program supports student growth in leadership and healthcare advocacy through student-directed voluntary activities. Volunteers are trained to lead the school club Genes in Diseases and Symptoms (GIDAS), where they teach other students precision medicine and research methods to participate in the Conference. There are also opportunities to get involved in advocacy through miRcore Science Advocacy, where we train students to empathetically share important and sensitive science topics with others, such as genome privacy.

The flyer attached  includes the dates and times for all the 2024 summer camps we offer. miRcore is excited for students to join us this summer.

For more information about MVP, visit our website https://www.mircore.org/.

Camp Horizon registration is open for 2024! This free camp is open to any child ages 6-16 who has lost a loved one (family member, class mate, teammate, friend, etc). This year's camp is Saturday, June 22^nd at Community Bible Church in Stockbridge and is Wonka themed. We're looking forward to a full day of fun and learning together. Camp Horizon includes activities and education designed to help children learn how to recognize and manage emotions, develop coping skills, honor the loved one lost, and build a healthy support system. We provide all meals and supplies for the day, and have licensed therapists on-site to help support the children through the day. This year we're excited to include a music therapy session and outdoor carnival-style recess. We also host an optional caregiver's session geared towards providing resources and support for the caregivers of the children in attendance. 

Our camp flyer is attached for more information. Our registration process is now completely self-service and available online now: https://www.sacredjourneyhospicefoundation.com/camphorizon

More Information for Camp Horizon:

https://cchsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/assets/05069/summer_opportunities/Camp_Horizon_2024.pdf

It's that time when  students search for summer programs that tap into their interests and begin the next chapter in their lives of aligning them with their future career goals.
 
At Boston University Summer Journalism Academy (BUSJ), students not only have the opportunity to have award-winning working journalists as instructors, but they also have the chance to experience Boston University and the city of Boston. 
 
For 16 years Boston University College of Communication has offered this program to high school students to teach them core skills in news reporting, interviewing, and writing, focusing on hands-on experience in and around Boston and their home communities. Our photojournalism program taught by former Boston Globe photographer, Steve Haines, prepares students, like Taylor Coester (a BUSJ alum and now a BU student), to work alongside journalists in capturing the best photo for their stories. Parents and students enjoy hearing that no third-party vendors are involved, and they can experience an authentic pre-college experience at a college on their list.
  
Students decide if they would like to attend our program in-person or virtually. Applications for the on-campus session June 24 to July 12 are due April 19. Applications for learn-at-home sessions starting June 17, July 1 and July 15 are due May 10.
 
If you have a student who wants a real college experience this summer and wants to pursue a communication degree, encourage them to learn more by visiting www.summerjournalism.org and applying soon, as limited seats are available for our in-person sessions. 

Chamblee High School

3688 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd

Chamblee, Georgia 30341