Summer Programs At Lakeside Lab!

I am delighted to announce unique, authentic learning opportunities for high school students at Lakeside Lab this summer! 

See the flier for an Aquatic Microbiology Camp. 

Students will learn how the slime that covers rocks can be used to unlock mysteries of environmental change and indicate the quality of aquatic habitats thorugh the study of diatoms, a fascinating group of microscopic, aquatic organisms. They will have the opportunity to learn to use research grade microscopes, take pictures with them, and use them to practice the scientific method. See the attached flier for more information.

High school students may enroll in selected Lakeside college-level courses. 

Sooooo many to choose from! You can find registration instructions and course list on this link: http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/lakesidelab/public/highschool.html 

Talk with me or any of the SLHS science teachers for more information! 

Connecting Students to Future Success: BUSINESS HORIZONS

• Hear from inspirational Iowa business leaders on topics such as leadership, entrepreneurship, marketing, networking and international business. 
• Learn what it takes to be successful in today's workplace.
• Make financial decisions about business operations.
• Strengthen leadership skills.

What: A week-long, hands-on, action-oriented, live-in summer program for high school students who want to learn about what the future holds for them in the business world.

When: Sunday, July 20th, beginning at 1pm through Thursday, July 24th at 6pm

Who: Any current Iowa high school students (grades 9-12 during 13-14 school year)

Where: Central College, Pella, Iowa

Selection Process: Applications can be downloaded at www.businesshorizonsiowa.com

Cost to Attend: Registration fee includes meals, housing and all program materials. ($300 by April 15, $385 after May 15) College credit option available.

Central College is pleased to announce that any student who participates in Business Horizons and applies, is admitted and choose to attend Central, will be guaranteed a minimum of $12,000 in Central College scholarship assistance, renewable for all four years. 

Say whaaaaaaaat?!?! 

Commercial/Industrial, Telecommunications and Residential Electrical Apprenticeship Opportunities

I just wanted to pass along some information regarding apprenticeship opportunities for those of you interested in pursuing an exciting, lucrative, and rewarding career within the electrical (commercial), residential and telecommunications industry. Apprenticeship locations include: Waterloo, Dubuque, Fort Dodge, Sioux City, Mason City. 

Prospective applicants should check out this site for additional information. 

Taking college courses this semester?

SLHS Students,

If you are taking college courses through ILCC this semester, you are encouraged to look at this powerpoint presentation, a tutorial for high school students on how to be successful in college level courses.

As always, if you have any questions, just ask.     ~Mrs.Nelson

US Naval Academy Summer 2014 STEM Program

What is STEM?

The US Naval Academy focuses on four areas during the Summer STEM Program: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. This program is designed to encourage rising 8th-11th graders to pursue a course of study in engineering and technology throughout high school and college.

If this is of interest to you, consider attending the US Naval Academy's Summer STEM Program!

Dates/Grade Level 

June 2-7 (Rising 8th & 9th Graders)
June 9-14 (Rising 10th Graders)
June 16-20 (Rising 11th Graders)

Student Selection

• Applications will be available on 1/6/14 at www.usna.edu/admissions/stem
• Students must be entering 8th-11th grade in the following school year
• Selection is based on geography and student accomplishments inside and outside the classroom

Tuition

The tuition is $350.00, transportation costs not included

United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar

"Once you accept your limits, you go beyond them." -Einstein

The United States Naval Academy's Summer Seminar is a fast-paced, six-day experience that will take you beyond anything you have ever done before. Beyond the ordinary!

The Summer Seminar (Session dates: May 31-June 5, June 7-12 or June 14-19) offers the opportunity for rising high school seniors (those who just completed their junior year) to visit the Naval Academy where they will experience all aspects of the Naval Academy including the academic program and midshipman life. Students will receive an overview of Navy and Marine Corps service options.

Basic Eligibility

*United States Citizen
*Unmarried, not pregnant
*Academic Performance
*Demonstrated Achievement in athletics and extra-curricular activities
*Physically fit, good health
*Positive attitude, good moral character

Student Selection

Applications will be available on January 16th at www.usna.edu/admissions/nass. Selection is based in large part on ensuring geographic representation along with overall accomplishments in and out of the classroom.

Tuition 

The tuition to attend a session is $400.00, not including transportation costs.

Free trip to Washington, D.C.

Iowa Lakes will send two students on the tour, an exciting, week-long (June 13-19), all-expense paid trip to our nation's Capitol. Each student will also receive a $500 scholarship to a college of their choice!
Iowa Electric Cooperative is inviting all high school juniors to apply for this amazing opportunity!

• Join over 1,500 students from across the country!
• Tour historic sights, take a boat cruise on the Potomac River, visit Smithsonian museums!
• Meet Iowa's members of Congress!
• Make new friends!

For more information, please visit www.youthtour.coop

Applications must be submitted to Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative by March 14, 2014!