ROCKVILLE HIGH SCHOOLCOLLEGE/CAREER CENTER NEWS

January 31, 2014 _

The Career Center is open daily from 7:00AM – 3:30PM Please contact Ms. Harris / The College Career Information Coordinator at 301-517-8297 to schedule an appointment.

TESTING INFORMATION

SAT& Subject Test Dates

March 8, 2014 Regular Registration: February 7, 2014 Late Registration: February 21, 2014

May 3, 2014 Regular Registration: April 4, 2014 Late Registration: April 18, 2014

June 7, 2014 Regular Registration: May 9, 2014Late Registration: May 23, 2014

Register online at www.collegeboard.com

ACT Test Dates

February 8, 2014 Regular Registration: January 10, 2014Late Registration: January 11 – 24, 2014

April 12, 2014 Regular Registration: March 7, 2014Late Registration: March 8 – 21, 2014

June 14, 2014 Regular Registration: May 9, 2014Late Registration: May 10 – 23, 2014

Register online at www.actstudent.org.

TOEFL Tests: This test is for students whose first language is not English. You may register online at www.toefl.org , or check in the Career Center for more information. The Free TOEFL Practice Test is available online at www.ets.org/toeflpractice.

Fee waivers are available for students wishing to take Test whose family income meets certain guidelines. Please see Ms. Harris for further details.

**********Kaplan has partnered with Rockville and is providing our students with a FREE 24/7, SAT/ ACT/ PSAT Online Prep Course. To register visit their website at www.kaplanatschool.com/rockville . Under Kaplan’s Program Options and Pricing select “SAT On Demand”, ACT On Demand”, or “PSAT On Demand”. Once directed to product page, click “Enroll Now”. On this page, “Your Cart” you will see a box under “Order Summary”, enter the appropriate promotion code: SAT On Demand: KAS2014SAT; ACT On Demand: KAS2014ACT; PSAT On Demand: KAS2014PSAT. You will then click “Apply and Proceed to Checkout”. You will then be prompted to log in with your Kaplan Account. For further information please contact our Kaplan representative, Tina Craun, 240-447-7592 or tina.craun@kaplan.com .

Kaplan will be partnering with Rockville once again this year and will be providing an SAT / ACT Prep class. Scholarships are available for students who are on Free and Reduced lunch. Please see Ms. Harris for a scholarship application (The course will be FREE).

A list of SAT Prep resources is available in the College/Career Center.

COLLEGE FAIRS OPEN HOUSES INFORMATION SESSIONS

Morgan State University in Baltimore will host their Multi-Cultural Open House on Saturday, February 1, 2014 from 1:00pm – 5:00pm. Students and their families will tour the campus, attend bilingual workshops, and receive information on the college application process, financial aid and the Maryland Dream Act. Light appetizers and refreshments will also be served.

Bridgewater College, located in Bridgewater Virginia, will host Open House events on Saturday February 8 th and March 1 st . Please register online to attend these events at www.bridgewater.edu/visitcampus .

Loyola University will host the following “Saturday at Loyola” Open House Events: Feb. 15 th / March 15 th / April 26 th Students and their families will hear from Admissions Officers and students about life at Loyola. These events will begin promptly at 11:00am and end at 1:30pm. Due to limited space, reservations are required to attend these events. Please register online at www.loyola.edu/saturday .

Seton Hall University, located in South Orange, New Jersey, will host their Open House event on February 16 th beginning at 9:30 am. Please register online to attend these events at www.shu.edu/visiting .

The University of Mary Washington, located in Fredericksburg, VA, will host their Spring Visitation Days on Monday February 17 th and Friday, April 11, 2014. For further information visit their website at www.admissions.umw.edu or contact them at 1-800-468-5614.

Juniata College will host their February Open House on Monday, February 17, 2014, (Presidents Day) from 8:30am – 2:00pm. Students will tour the campus, have lunch with students and faculty, attend a class and attend an information session about admission, scholarships and financial aid. Please register to attend at www.juniata.edu/visit or contact them at 814-641-3422.

*****The 2014 HBCU College Fair will take place on February 19, 2014, at Richard Montgomery High School from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, with a snow date of February 20 th . On the Spot Admission Interviews will begin promptly at 4:30 pm. This Fair is open to all Students grades 9 – 12. Seniors wishing to participate in the “On The Spot Interviews must contact Ms. Harris ASAP for further information. Seniors will not have to pay any application fees and those students who are accepted may also receive scholarship offers at that time. Students should register online at https://sites.google.com/site/mcpshbcufair/ .

Frostburg will host the following Saturday Open House Events in the Lane University Center from 9:30am -2:00pm: Feb. 22nd / March 8th /March 29th / and April 12th Please register online at www.frostburg.edu/ungrad/admiss/tour.htm .

Stevenson University will host their Open House Events on March 1st and April 26, 2014. For further information and to register visit their website at www.visit.stevenson.edu.

Roanoke College will host their Spring 2014 Visitation Days on March 22 nd / April 5 th and April 21 st . Individual campus interviews and tours are also available Monday – Friday. For further information visit their website at www.roanoke.edu or contact them at 1-800-388-2276.

Juniata College will host their Junior Open House on April 5, 2014 from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Students and their families will tour the campus, meet faculty and students at an academic fair, and learn about the admissions process, scholarship and financial opportunities from members of the admissions and financial aid staff.

Frostburg State University / Department of Music will host their “Student for a Day” Program on April 8 th for students wishing to experience life as a music major. They will see the curriculum and participate in classes as if they were a current music major. They will also receive a Free music lesson from a Music Faculty member, speak with admissions and financial aid representatives and tour the campus during their visit. .

Coppin State University located in Baltimore Maryland will host their Instant Decision Day on Friday, April 25, 2014 th , in the James Weldon Johnson Auditorium beginning at 9:00am. To register please visit their website at www.coppin.edu/admissions , or by phone at 410-951-3600 or 1-800-635-3674.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

******College Goal Sunday will take place on February 9 th , 2014, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm at the Montgomery College Takoma Park / Silver Spring Campus located at 7625 Fenton Street, Takoma Park MD, in the Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center, first floor. The second College Goal Sunday event will take place on February 27 th from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at the Montgomery College - Germantown Campus located at 20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD. Spanish interpreters will be available as well as assistance online for completing the FAFSA. Please register online at CollegeGoalSundayMD.org. For further information call 1-877-632-4709. This is a FREE service to help families complete the FAFSA.

Consult MCPS’ College/Career Center website at www.mcps.k12.md.us/curriculum/careercenter for links to financial aid information andwww.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/careercenter/ScholarshipUpdate2.shtm for updated scholarship databases as well as through your Naviance Accounts. You can also search for further scholarship information at the following FREE websites: www.fastweb.com www.studentscholarships.org www.collegeprowler.com www.schoolsoup.com/link www.zinch.com www.brokescholar.com www.srnexpress.com www.gocollege.com www.collegebound.com www.studentaid.ed.govwww.scholarships4students.com www.scholarships.com www.scholarships.com www.e-Scholar.comwww.unusualscholarships.com www.mhec.state.md.us www.collegenet.com www.scholarshipexperts.com www.central-scholarship.org www.FinAid.org

www.Wiredscholar.com www.supercollege.com www.College-Scholarships.com

http://www . bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search ******** For Military Families ……www.militaryscholar.org/

*The Academic Common Market is a tuition savings program for students wishing to study a particular program or major in another state may request a fee waiver to attend that participating ACM Institution and pay in-state tuition. For further information about the varying programs please visit the Maryland Higher Education Commissions website at http://www.mhec.state.md.us or contact Dr. Genevieve Segura/ the Maryland State ACM Coordinator for Maryland at gsegura@mhec.state.md.us or contact her at 1-410-767-3301.

NEW Scholarships for the 2014 Academic Year

*******In addition to the Scholarships listed below please come to the Career Center to search from Scholarship list located in the Center. Also be sure to check your Naviance list for scholarship information as well as search each individual college that you are applying to for their OWN Scholarships!!!!!

The "I Empower" Scholarship Fund sponsored by the Greater Washington Urban League / Thursday Network, will award a scholarship in the amount of $2,000 to a graduating high school senior wishing to attend any accredited 4 year college or university of their choice. Applicants must also have a minimum 2.5 GPA, with a commitment to community service, and demonstrate financial need. Students must complete and supply 3 copies of all application materials which must be postmarked no later than January 31, 2014. Applications are available in the Career Center.

The University of Dayton has announced their 2014 Leadership in Service Scholarship for an incoming freshman. If interested in being nominated for this $10,000 scholarship ($2500 a year for 4 years) see Ms. Harris or your counselor ASAP. Only One student may be nominated per school. All nominations must be received by January 31, 2014.

The Princeton Prize in Race Relations is recognizing students who are improving race relations in their schools and communities. They will be awarding up to $1,000 cash for winners in this contest. Winners will also be invited to attend an expense paid weekend to Princeton University to participate in a weekend symposium on race. Applications are available online or by mail by visiting www.princeton.edu/pprize , texting PPRR to 97900, emailing pprize@princeton.edu or contacting them at 1-800-742-1036. All applications must be received by January 31, 2014.

The Montgomery College Macklin Business Institute Scholars Program is accepting applications online at www.montgomerycollege.edu/macklin . This scholarship will cover the cost of tuition for two full years at Montgomery College. Paper applications are also available in the Career Center. All applications must be received by January 31, 2014.

SCAD/ The University for Creative Careers has announced their 2013-2014 Scholarship Competition and deadline dates for submission:Junior Challenge: 2-D and Photography Feb. 7, 2014For further information visit their website at www.scad.edu/scadchallenge .

The American Society of Military Comptrollers/ Washington Chapter has announced their 2014 Student Award Program for graduating high school seniors, planning on entering a field of study related to financial operations; e.g., finance, accounting, economics, business administration, public administration, operations research or other related field. Membership in the ASMC is Not required. The minimum amount of this scholarship is $1,000 with a possibility of an additional one time $2,000 award. Applications must be completed and submitted with 3 letters of recommendation, an official transcript and a copy of the SAT or ACT scores. All applications must be emailed to Scholarships@Washington-ASMC by February 8, 2014, or mailed to Scholarship Committee / ASMC Washington Chapter / P.O. Box 16237 / Arlington, VA 22215-1237. Applications are available in the Career Center.

The Herff Jones Believe in You Scholarship & Principals Award is now accepting high school nominations for this special scholarship. Rockville has been asked to Nominate One senior for this scholarship. Those wishing to be nominated for this scholarship must be able to demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities, academic performance and community service. Scholarship awards will vary from $2,000, $5,000, $8,500 or $12,000. Again, only one student can be Nominated from Rockville for this scholarship. So please contact your counselor as soon as possible to express your interest in being nominated. All nominations and documents must be received by February 8, 2014.

The Ivy Vine Charities is now accepting applications for their 2014 Scholarship program. This scholarship opportunity is available to all graduating seniors planning on attending a four year college or university or Montgomery Community College. Applicants must have a minimum 2.7 GPA and have been active in school and community activities. Scholarship Awards will vary, and will be awarded in the following categories; $500 Book Awards; $1,000 Scholarship for a Montgomery

County Graduating Senior planning on attending a four year college or university; $1,000 Scholarship for a Montgomery County Graduating Senior planning on attending Montgomery Community College; $1,500 Scholarship for a Graduating High School senior planning on attending a Historically Black College or University; and a $1,500 Scholarship for a Graduating High School Senior planning to attend and enrolls in a four year college or university. All applications and supporting documents must be received by February 8 th , 2014 and are available in the Career Center.

The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated has announced their 2014 Scholarship Program which is open to all high school seniors planning on attending a two or four year college or university. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be postmarked by February 13, 2014.

The Maryland Farm Bureau 2014 Scholarship Application is now available to high school seniors enrolling in college in the fall or any college student currently enrolled in a community college or four-year institution. Applicants or their parents/ guardians Must be members of the Maryland Farm Bureau in order to apply. Seven of the ten $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to agricultural curriculum majors and three will be awarded to non-agricultural or agricultural curriculum majors. For further information contact them at Scholarship@mdfarmbureau.com . Applications are available in the Career Center and must be received along with any other requested documents by email no later than 4:00pm, February 13, 2014.

The Clyde G. Nora Memorial Foundation has announced their 2014 Scholarship Award opportunity for high school seniors as well as college undergraduates. Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of leadership qualities, community and school involvement, academic performance and their ability to express their thoughts in writing. The recipient of this $1,500 scholarship will also receive a Merit Achievement Plaque Award as well. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be postmarked by February 18, 2014.

The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity has announced their 2014 Paul Robeson Scholarship opportunity for African American males planning on attending a college or university. Scholarship amounts have varied from $1,000 - $2,500 in the past. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be received by February 28, 2014.

The Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP) has announced the 2014 Ken Mann Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship is open to high school seniors planning on pursuing a career as an elementary school teacher at a college or university in the state of Maryland. Applications are available and can be completed online at www.wcps.k12.md.us . Click on “Our Schools” Click on “Elementary”. Scroll down to “Lincolnshire Elementary” and click on “More info” Look for Downloadable Resources and click on “Ken Mann Scholarship Information and Application”. Print and complete the application (PDF) or you may fill out the “word document” application form by first saving it to your desktop and then word processing the information. All applications must be post marked by February 28, 2014 and must be sent by the high school guidance department to Mrs. Beth A. Allshouse at Lincolnshire Elementary School, 17545 Lincolnshire Road, Hagerstown, MD, 21742.

The Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association / NOVA Scholarship Committee has announced their 2-14 Scholarship Awards. Opportunity for students planning on pursuing advanced degrees in Information/Technology; Engineering; Math; pure Natural/Physical Sciences and or other technology-related fields supportive of our National Security. This scholarship is largely merit –based but financial need may also be a contributing factor. The application must be completed online at http://www.afceanova.org/education/scholarships , no later than February 28, 2014.

The Dwight P. Jacobus Scholarship is available for high school seniors planning on attending college and pursuing a degree in Business or Education. Applicants must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and have a demonstrated financial need. This scholarship award will be $1,000 and may possibly be renewed. For further information and an application visit their website at www.asbo.org . Applications are also available in the Career Center. All applications and supporting documents must be postmarked by March 1, 2014.

The Xi Sigma Omega Chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, will be awarding the Golden Soror Scholarship for students who plan on attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU); The Ola Carter Berry Scholarship, which is need-based will be awarded and the recipient may attend Any college or university; and the final scholarship is the Bernadine M. Pindell Scholarship which will be given to students majoring in mathematics. These scholarships will be awarded at $1,000 each. Additionally the Sorority will offer Book Awards in the amount of $500 for the Clive Jackson, Beatrice Crutchfield, and Ola Berry Scholarships. All applications must be received by March 1, 2014 and are available in the Career Center.

The Polish Heritage Association of Maryland, INC. has announced their 2014 Scholarship Grants to high school seniors, planning on attending an accredited college or university, have at least two Polish ancestors, and are legal residents of Maryland. Selections will primarily be made on financial need, academic standing, leadership potential and the student’s pride in their Polish Heritage. Applications are available online at www.pha-md.org , and must be completed/postmarked by March 1, 2014.

The Air Force Officer’s Wives Club of Washington, D.C. is offering merit based scholarships to graduating high school seniors planning on attending a college or university. Applicants must be a legal dependent child of an active duty, reserve, guard, retired, MIA/POW, deceased officer or enlisted member of the United States Air Force. Applicants must have a minimum 3.25 GPA. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be post marked no later than March 3, 2014.

The Bernie Scholarship Awards Program is available for high school seniors whose families receive housing assistance from The Housing Opportunities Commission, Edgewood Management Corporation, Scotland Community or the Rockville Housing Enterprises. Applicants must be a graduating senior with a minimum 2.0 GPA, planning on attending college or a vocational school. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be postmarked no later than March 17, 2014. For further information, visit their website at www.berniescholarships .

The Montgomery County Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, INC. has announced their 2014 Scholarship opportunity for all graduating seniors who have excelled academically and contributed to the improvement of their community. Applicants must be a resident of Montgomery County, enroll in a two year community college, vocational or trade school, or a four year college or university, and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. The maximum amount of this scholarship is $5,000. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be completed and received by March 19, 2014.

The 2014 McDonald’s Educates Scholarship is now available. Applicants must have be a high school senior planning on attending a college or university with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students should have served in leadership positions in the school, church or community organizations as well as volunteered to help those in their communities. Applications are available online http://www.McDonaldsEducates.com or in the Career Center and must be completed by March 21, 2014.

The Masonic Charities of Maryland has announced their 2014 Masonic Educational Grant. To be eligible, students must be a high school graduating senior who are U.S. citizens and a resident of the State of Maryland. Applicants are not required to have an affiliation with the Masonic Organization or be a member of any religious denomination. The $500 Grant can be used at any two year, four year college/university or vocational institution. Applications are available in the Career Center and are Not to be mailed to the organization. All applications must be completed and returned to Ms. Harris in the Career Center no later than March 31, 2014.

The Esperanza Education Fund will award scholarships of at least $5,000 up to $20,000 to students who were born outside of the United States or have two parents who were born outside of the United States, and are graduating seniors and plan to enroll full time at an accredited public college or university; regardless of their ethnicity, national origin or immigration status. Applications are available only online at www.esperanzafund.org/scholarship and must be completed by April 1, 2014. There will be two application tip sessions on February 1, at 11:00am at the DC Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library located at 4450 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, DC and March 15 at 3:15 at the Central Library, located at 1015 N. Quincy Street, Arlington, VA. 22201.

The Clare and Robert Moore Scholarship Fund has announced their $1,000 scholarship to an incoming first year student who has been accepted and plans on majoring in English at Notre Dame of Maryland University. Applications are available online at http://crmoorescholarship.org/ and must be received by April 15, 2014.

The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity will be awarding their Ira Dorsey Scholarship to a Male graduating senior in recognition of their academic excellence and contributions to their school and community. This is a one-time $1,500 scholarship and will be paid to any 4 year college or university. Applications are available in the Career Center and must be post marked no later than Friday, May 16, 2014.

Senator Roger Manno has announced the opening of his 2014 Scholarship Awards for students residing in the 19 th legislative district. These scholarships will be awarded to students without and with special needs. Special needs are those applicants with pervasive developmental disorders (PDD), autism, learning disabilities, emotional or behavioral, mental health challenges, developmental delays or other special needs. Applicants must be a senior planning on enrolling in a college or university, professional or trade school in the state of Maryland. Applicants may

use this scholarship at an out of school if their major is not available at any Maryland institution. (To see if you are a resident of District 19, visit their website at http://mdelect.net/electedofficials). For further information or to answer any additional questions please contact Patty Brown, Chairman, Senator Roger Manno Scholarship Fund, at 301-354-4905. Applications are in the Career Center and must be postmarked May 16, 014.

The 2013-2014 SunTrust Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes is available to high school seniors planning on attending a college or university. Eligibility is not based on GPA or financial need. There is no purchase necessary to enter or win this $1,000 scholarship. One winner will be chosen every two weeks up until May, 2014. For complete information and to enter visit their website at www.offtocollege.info .

The Herb Block Scholarship is available for students planning on attending a community college in the DC Metro area. This scholarship will provide up to $8,000 per academic year and or up or $16,000 over the life of the scholarship. This scholarship recognizes high achievers and students with financial need. Students wishing to apply for the fall semester must apply by July 7 th and those planning on attending the spring semester must apply by November 10 th . For further information and to apply online, visit their website at www.herbblockfoundation.org

SPECIAL PROGRAMS INTERNSHIPS SUMMER PROGRAMS

Please visit the current website for Government Internship Programs at: www.career.ucsd.edu/sa/GovInternship.shtml.

*******Seniors and juniors wishing to participate in the Concurrent Enrollment Program at Montgomery College should see Ms. Harris and your counselor ASAP. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to experience college classes and earn college credit while still attending high school. Interested seniors should have a minimum 2.75 GPA and juniors and sophomores should have a minimum 3.0GPA.

George Mason University has announced their Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program for high school students to gain hands on experience in laboratories at the Prince William and Fairfax campuses of George Mason University. Students will work alongside Mason researchers using state-of-the-art technology to solve hypothesis driven questions in Proteomics, Genomics, Medicine, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biodefense, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Nanotechnology, Physics and Bioengineering. In addition to gaining invaluable laboratory experience pivotal for college applications and resumes, students will also have the opportunity to meet with scientists from varying disciplines in their scientific field. Applications are available online at http://assip.cos.gmu.edu and must be completed by February 15, 2014.

The J. Craig Venter Institute, with offices located in Rockville MD, has announced the Summer Internship Program for rising high school seniors, who are 16 years of age or older. Interns will earn an hourly rate of $10.00 an hour. For further information and an application visit their website at http://www.jcvi.org/cms/education/internship-program . All applications must be received by February 15, 2014.

The University of Southern California has announced their summer programs for high school seniors. Their 2 or 4 week college immersion experience will offer them a preview of freshman year. Students who successfully complete the 4 week College Credit program will receive 3 transferrable USC elective credits. Limited financial assistance is available for students wishing to attend the 4 week program. Enrollment for the Summer Programs will be available January, 2014, and end April 1, 2014. For further information contact them at summer@usc.edu.

Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs “Jumpstart your Future”, will take place June 28 – August 9, 2014. Some of the programs offered will include Advanced Placement/ Early Admission; Fine Arts: Architecture / Art & Design / Drama / Music and the National High School Game Day. For further information visit their website at www.admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/pre-college or contact them at 412-268-2082.

Washington University in St. Louis will host their Summer Scholars Program. Students will explore careers and majors in medicine, writing, engineering, leadership and more. For more information and application materials, visit their website at www.summerexperiences.wustl.edu or contact them at 866-209-0691.

The MoCo Student, an online, county-wide student newspaper is expanding their coverage of local and regional news and is looking for dedicated, talented writers, artists, filmmakers and editors to join their staff. For further information, visit their website at http://fs24.formsite.com/hdiv/form3/index.htlm .

The Oxbridge and Cambridge Academic Programs has announced their 2014 Summer Programs for students ages 14 – 18. For further information about their programs which take place in France, Oxford Cambridge, Spain and New York, visit their website at www.oxbridgeprograms.com , or info@oxbridgeprograms.com or contact them at 1-800-828-8349.

PrepTalk is a Montgomery County Public Schools and Montgomery College partnership project. To learn more about various student focused programs, activities, projects and initiatives with Montgomery College and other Maryland Higher Education institutions please visit the link below:www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/careercenter/resources/preptalk.aspx .

Montgomery College Workforce Development and Continuing Education has announced their Kids' College/ Youth Programs for students in grades 1-12. Fall registration is now open and enrichment courses will be offered after school and on Saturdays at the Rockville and Germantown Campus. For registration and schedules visit their website at www.montgomerycollege.edu/youth . Or contact their offices at 240-567-7264 or 240-567-7917.

Washington University in St. Louis has announced their 2014 High School SummerExperiences Programs which will include their Summer Scholars Program, which will allow students to enroll in two undergraduate courses while living on campus for five weeks. The Summer Institutes Program will allow students to explore careers and majors in medicine, writing, engineering, leadership, and more. For further information and to register visit their website at http://www.summerexperiences.wustl.edu .

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The government has a website featuring employment in the Intelligence Community. The current website for this information is www.intelligence.gov/index . Also visit www.studentjobs.com, www.studentjobs.gov www.usajobs.opm, www.snagajob.com, www.mycoolcareer.com, www.gazette.netand www.aarjobs.comto explore other job opportunities. Be sure to stop by the Career Center and check the bulletin board for further information on employment opportunities.

The Washington, D.C. Joint Plumbing Apprentice Committee is accepting applications for the Apprentice program on January 7, 2014, April 1, 2014 and July 1, 2014. Applicants must apply in person at 8509 Ardmore-Ardwick Road, Landover, Maryland, between the hours of 7:00am and 12:00 noon. Applicants must present their birth certificate or passport, valid drivers’ license or valid state issued identification card, high school diploma or GED certificate and a transcript of grades or GED test scores. For further information visit their website at www.ua.org, by email at plumber.school@verizon.net, or contact them at 301-322-8810.

The City of Rockville will be offering an American Lifeguard Training Course at the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center. To access a course schedule and registration form visit their website at http:www.rockvillemd.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6477.

Community Pool Service Inc., is now recruiting to hire students for their upcoming 2014 Summer Season. For further information and an application, visit their website at www.communitypools.com or contact them at 1-800-966-2500.

The American Line Builders Joint Apprenticeship and training Committee (ALBAT Program) is accepting applications for their apprenticeship programs including outside lineman, substation technicians, cable splicer technicians, traffic signal technicians and transmission technicians. For further information contact the IBEW Local Union, located at 3606 Stewart Road, Forestville MD, 20747 at 301-516-7730.

Orndorff & Spaid Inc. a roofing and sheet metal company located at 11722 Old Baltimore Pike, Beltsville Maryland, is offering employment opportunities to high school graduates interested in a career in roofing and sheet metal. For further information contact their office at 301-937-5911. (No experience necessary)

Ring of Fire Grill & Tavern, located at 1314 East Gude Drive, has announced they are seeking a Hostess for the Friday and Saturday evening shifts between 5-10pm. Applicants must be able to speak clearly, listen attentively to customers, employees, and managers. The salary is $8.00 an hour. If interested in applying, please contact Mr. Danny Faber, the Restaurant Manager, at 240-328-6811 for further details.

Rockville Volunteer Fire Department is now recruiting to train interested students wishing to pursue a career in Fire / Rescue / EMS. For further information contact them at www.RVFD.org .

The Washington DC Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC)’s electrical apprenticeship program sponsored by the Electrical Alliance is accepting applications for their three and five year tuition free Telecommunications and Electrical Inside Wireman Apprenticeship programs. Applicants with strong scores in math and science can apply and receive pay and full health benefits. For more information on their Apprenticeship positions, visit their website at www.getchargedup.org or contact them at 301-429-2575. Applications are accepted year round.

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking applications from students wishing to pursue a Career in Air Traffic Control. For further information visit their website at: http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ahr/jobs_careers/occupations/atc/

MISCELLANEOUS

Don’t forget to check out MCPS’s College/Career Center Website, where you will find a wealth of information relating to post-high school planning. Please visit the following website www.mcps.k12.md.us/curriculum/careercenter for further

information about career awareness, testing, colleges, career/trade schools, financial aid, scholarships, and many other useful links.

Register for free scholarship information at www.fastweb.com. This is a FREE SERVICE! This website is full of valuable information and will answer many of your burning questions about the college search. Again, this is a FREE SERVICE.

Did you know that AMTRAK offers special rates for students and their families when traveling by train for college visits? For further information visit their web site at www.campusvisit.com .

Are you hoping to participate in Division I or II college athletics? Start your Clearinghouse registration online at www.ncaa.org. Go to the Parent/Prospect page and click on Guide for the College-Bound Student Athlete.

Confused about choosing a major? Check out www.MyMajors.com.

Do you like helping people? Want to make a difference in your community? Enjoy working with others and solving problems? Find out more at www.HealthManagementCareers.org. Find out what a health care executive does, what education and training is required, and what salary you could expect.

Imagine America has a new website to assist students to explore careers, search for schools, and apply for scholarships to their schools. Check it out at www.imagine-america.org.