Sorry again, gentlemen. This opportunity is also just for our young women…
Camp WIN is designed to empower girls in our community by introducing them to over 16 different sports and fitness activities over four days. High school girls serve as their Team Captains. Instructors and coaches come from local universities, colleges, high schools and other area organizations. Camp WIN runs Mondays – Thursdays from 9am to 4pm daily with snacks and lunches provided. As part of this amazing program, we have a mentor opportunity for older girls (ages 13-18) as part of our Captain Program for Kansas City area females looking to grow as a leader and individual! This is an excellent opportunity to secure community service hours! Captain Program Junior Captains (girls 13-14) and Team Captains (girls 15-18) serve as team leaders for Camp WIN. They are female volunteers who truly help make camp a positive experience and mentor our campers. THREE CAMP SESSIONS:
Linked below is the website with some additional information and expectations along with the application (simple Google form). Camp WIN Captains: http://www.sportkc.org/win-for-kc/camp-win/team-captains-junior-captains/ Anytown KC
What are you ready to do or change to promote inclusion and social justice? Completing this application is a great first step! The Anytown Youth Leadership Institute™ is a week-long residential leadership program for high school students and incoming college freshmen (ages 15-18) with the mission to inspire a young generation of leaders who are ready and willing to create more just and inclusive communities. Participants will sleep in a residence hall and will eat in the university's dining hall. Each day of the leadership camp is a full schedule of getting to know each other and increasing understanding of ourselves and others through discussion groups, workshops, and experiential activities. We also have scheduled time each day for fun, games, and relaxation. Ms. Hart has many past students who have participated as campers and as counselors. To quote one, “Anytown was perhaps one of the most profound impacts on my life!” – Luke Norris (two-time Rockhurst University alum, Board Chair for Citizens of the World Academy (around the corner from CRKC), Director of Government Relations at Code for America, and so much more!). The application deadline is Friday, May 24 by 12noon. There is a fee to attend Anytown, but scholarship opportunities are available. Students applying to participate MUST complete the scholarship request portion of the application. CRKC will cover any remaining expenses via grant funding. There is no cost to the student or family! You must commit to attending the camp in its entirety. Please check your schedule and verify availability BEFORE applying. Interested students should see Ms. Hart in Room 230 before school, Advisory, or during AST no later than Thursday, April 18. CHERNG GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
hosted by the University of Missouri Honors College at the University of Missouri Sunday, June 16 – Tuesday, June 25, 2019 The Cherng Global Leadership Academy is a ten-day summer residential program promoting student empowerment through civic involvement, community and global service, and leadership, framed through the lens of the University of Missouri’s four core values: Respect, Responsibility, Discovery, and Excellence. ABOUT THE ACADEMY
There is a cost to attend this summer camp, but also an opportunity to secure a scholarship. All CRKC students applying for this opportunity will be expected to complete the scholarship portion of the application. Any remaining requests will be covered BY CRKC and no cost to the student. The cost covers registration, housing, meals, activities, and materials. TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (subject to change): https://honors.missouri.edu/cgla-tentative-schedule-su18/ The application deadline is not until May 15, but spaces are limited and will be filled on a rolling basis, so if you are truly interested in this opportunity, let’s move forward without delay. If interested, please schedule a time to meet with Ms. Hart before school, during Advisory, or during your AST (Thursdays are best for me) – no later than Thursday, April 18. We have never had anyone attend this camp before, but it looks awesome! University of Saint Mary (the same Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth who support CRKC)
FUTURE TEACHER ACADEMY Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21 ABOUT THE ACADEMY: Prepare for a week of events (including some after-hour events, and the chance to overnight in USM's residence halls) that will underscore the benefits of being a STEM teacher. You'll:
WHO CAN ATTEND The USM Future Teacher Academy is open to high school students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior years, as well as to students who currently attend community colleges. There is no cost to attend USM's Future Teacher Academy. USM's Future Teacher Academy is made possible by a grant from the National Science Foundation's Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program. If interested, please schedule a time to meet with Ms. Hart before school, during Advisory, or during your AST (Thursdays are best for me) – no later than Thursday, April 18. You must be committed to attending for the FULL week. Please verify your schedule and availability BEFORE applying so that you can honor your commitment to the experience USM is providing. A DAILY DOSE OF PHARMACY – UMKC Pharmacy Camp
Friday, June 28, 2019 The UMKC School of Pharmacy invites you to Pharmacy Camp. This one-day, action-packed camp will show you what it’s like to study pharmacy:
If interested, please schedule a time to meet with Ms. Hart before school, during Advisory, or during your AST (Thursdays are best for me) – no later than Thursday, April 18. CRKC will cover the cost through a grant; the student does not have to pay. In turn, we will review math and science grades, as well as attendance and behavior reports, prior to registering any student for this program. You must be committed to attending on the June 28 camp date for the FULL day. COLUMBIA COLLEGE (MO) – NURSING SUMMER CAMP
Take a thrilling nursing shift and combine it with new friends and a cool college campus, and you’ve got the Columbia College Nursing Summer Camp. You’ll get a hands-on education in a state-of-the-art facility from professional nursing staff and practitioners, plus the adventure of sleeping and eating on campus. For the medically minded, the time spent in exploratory classroom activities, nursing skill sessions and hours in the innovative simulation lab could be just what the doctor ordered for an unforgettable experience. This camp is ideal for highly motivated rising high school juniors or seniors who are interested in learning about the nursing field and how to get into nursing school. DATES: Monday, June 10 - Friday, June 14, 2019 **must commit to attending the full week; please check availability first** COST: There is a cost to participate, but it will be covered through a grant secured by CRKC. There is no cost to the student other than spending money. In addition, CRKC will provide transportation to and from Columbia for students who are accepted to this summer opportunity. If you are interested in applying for this summer opportunity, please schedule a time to meet with Miss Hart prior to Friday, April 12; available before school or by appointment during AST (Thursdays are my best options usually). INVESTIGATIVE SUMMER SCIENCE PROGRAM
Monday, June 17 – Thursday, June 27, 2019 hosted on the campus of Newman University in Wichita, KS (www.newmanu.edu) The Investigative Summer Science Program (ISSP) is designed to enhance enthusiasm and interest of rising high school juniors and seniors in the sciences and motivate them through exploration and testing of ideas for careers in the sciences. Each student will select one interdisciplinary research topic from biology, chemistry, and math. Then the student will conduct a literature search on the selected topics, set-up laboratory/field experiments, collect data, analyze the results, draw conclusions from the findings, and, finally, present the research to faculty and students. Supervision and project background information will be provided by the program faculty in one-to-one and small group discussion format, rather than traditional lectures. Field trips and guest lecturers will be scheduled during the program to provide participants with real life applications of science and math. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA with demonstrated success (grades) in math and science courses. There is a cost to participate in this program, but it will be covered by CRKC (through a grant). **Must commit to attending the full two-week program in its entirety.** CRKC will provide transportation to and from Newman University, if needed. Interested students should schedule time to speak with Ms. Hart before school, Advisory, or during AST – no later than Thursday, April 18. The application deadline is Saturday, May 4. FORT HAYS STATE UNIVERSITY – HISPANIC COLLEGE INSTUTUTE
Fort Hays State University's Hispanic College Institute is a FREE, four-day, residential program that prepares high school Hispanic students to enter and succeed in higher education. The program is based on research and input from Hispanic educators and community leaders, and much of the content is delivered by Hispanics who can relate to the students' experiences and challenges. Students who attend the Hispanic College Institute will not only learn about-and get excited about-college, but they'll also have fun as they make new friends from all over Kansas and surrounding states. Where: Fort Hays State University (in Hays, KS) When: Wednesday, June 19 through Saturday, June 22 **must attend full 4-day experience; please do not apply until you verify your schedule and know you can honor the commitment** Who: current Hispanic high school sophomores (Class of 2021) or juniors (Class of 2020) HCI students will:
Students eligible to apply:
Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 1 (program may reach capacity sooner, so do not delay the application process) If interested, please schedule a time to meet with Ms. Hart in Room 230 before school, after school, or during your AST – no later than Thursday, April 18. ONLINE APPLICATION: https://webapps.fhsu.edu/hciapplication/ (Miss Earl, Miss Garcia, and Miss Hart are available to assist you in completing this!) Featured Guest Speakers: https://fhsu.edu/hci/visitors/ 2018 Agenda (2019 not available at this time): https://fhsu.edu/hci/Agendas/ Camp NAWIC (National Association for Women in Construction)
Monday, June 3 – Friday, June 7 Camp NAWIC is a FREE week-long summer camp for high school girls. Throughout the week, campers will learn the basic skills of the trades (see below). Camp activities also include a field trip, tool demonstrations, and more! Journey level tradeswomen will team teach with instructors at various locations in safety, carpentry, concrete, painting, plumbing, electrical and welding skills during this free camp. By the end of this week, Campers will have several projects to take home with them and show off the skills they learned. Appropriate attire for construction is required. That includes jeans or khaki pants, close-toed shoes or boots, and something to pull back long hair. Snacks, meals, and materials provided at no cost to the student. Full daily schedule coming soon! Trades: Laborers, Ironworkers, Operators, Carpenters, Pipefitters, Plumbers, Bricklayers, Painters, Electricians, Cement Finishers WEBSITE AND REGISTRATION FORM: www.kcnawic.org/2019-camp-nawic-registration-form.html - DEADLINE is Sunday, April 21. You MUST commit to attending the ENTIRE week, the full day each day. Please do not register if you are unable to make that commitment. Please see Miss Hart in Room 230 if you are interested in attending this summer opportunity. We recognize that you are still in school this week, so we will work together to make accommodations for you to attend. If you need assistance with transportation, we can make a plan for that, as well. |
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