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Thanks to generous grant funding provided by the American Rescue Plan Act, the Maine Department of Education, and the Maine Outdoor Learning Initiative, Chewonki is now able to offer amazing two-week summer learning programs for 50 Maine students at no cost to participating families. 100% of all expenses, including clothing, equipment, food, and transportation will be covered by the grant funding which is amazing! These programs WILL fill up quickly! is 100% free for participating families, including any equipment, clothing, and transportation needs! Make this the best summer ever with Chewonki's 2024 "Maine Rivers, Trails, and Waves" summer program, traveling across the beautiful rivers, trails and coastal waters of Maine! Program Dates: Group A: June 23 – July 6 Group B: July 10 – July 23 Group C: July 28 – August 10 Length: 2 Weeks Grades: 8th, 9th, 10th Group Size: 8 participants and 2 trip leaders Starting Location: Wiscasset Maine Visit https://chewonki.org/moli to start the application; if you have any questions, please email Elly Thomas, Chewonki Trip Coordinator at [email protected] or call (207-656-5001).

Registration is now open for the Pre-College Summer Programs at Champlain College - this is the perfect opportunity for interested students to get a taste of college life and explore your passions. Whether you're an artist at heart or a STEM enthusiast, they have a program tailored just for you. Art & Design Portfolio Course: Students will unleash their creativity and refine their artistic skills as they build an impressive portfolio that will set them on a path to success in the world of art and design. Animation Academy: Students will dive into the captivating world of animation and develop the skills needed to bring their imaginative creations to life. Audio Engineering, Sound Design & Music Academy: Students will explore the magic of sound design and music production, learning from industry professionals while honing their skills in our state-of-the-art facilities. Champlain Game Academy: For the game developers of the future, this program will immerse students' in the world of game design, development, and industry insights. Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics Academy: Students will uncover the exciting world of cybersecurity and digital forensics, learning to protect and investigate in an increasingly connected world. Digital Media Production: Students' will learn the art of storytelling through digital media, from videography to editing, and get hands-on experience in producing their own content. Each program is carefully curated to provide students with an immersive and enriching experience, combining classroom instruction with practical, hands-on learning, all while being mentored by their esteemed faculty and industry experts. Registration is now open! Learn more and register by going to - https://summer.champlain.edu They look forward to welcoming students to Champlain College's Pre-College Summer Programs in 2024, where interested students will explore their passions, uncover their potential, and make lasting memories. Space is limited; interested students are encouraged to apply early

Saint Joseph's College of Maine

Saint Joseph's College of Maine is offering an exciting (free!) opportunity for students and clubs to join them on Friday, May 3rd, 2024 for their first mock business challenge, "Is a Business Major for Me?" This is an opportunity for schools to come together, virtual or in-person, to investigate and test what it takes to become a business professional. The schedule is below: 8:30 am Registration 8:45 am SJC Welcome & Student/Faculty Panel 9:45 am Break 10:00 am Professional Career Panel, Wipfli LLP 11:00 am Break 11:10 am Mock Business Challenge Teams 12:00 pm Lunch & Conversation 12:45 pm Optional Campus Tour This one-day event offers an opportunity to connect with students, professors, and working professionals and learn about many different career choices. Open to any high school student with an interest in business. Hybrid attendance is available. May 3 | 8:30 am - 1:30 pm | Saint Joseph’s College of Maine PRIZES AVAILABLE! For more information about this exciting event, please contact: Rick Dodge, MBA, CMA, Asst. Prof. of Business Administration [email protected] Patricia Brigham, Executive Director, Maine Society of CPA’s [email protected]

The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) Admissions is hosting a NEACAC College Fair on Thursday, May 16th, 2024 from 9 am to 11 am at the Augusta Civic Center. This is a great opportunity for students and their families to meet with a variety of college representatives! Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions that you might have. Interested students should SAVE THE DATE!

This is the ninth year of the University Credit Union Scholarship! They will award eight, $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors entering their first year of college in 2024! Scholarships will be awarded to one student at each of the following schools: UMO, UMA, UMF, UMFK, UMM, UMPI, USM,& Maine Maritime Academy. Applicants must complete all required information on the online UCU application which can be found at www.ucumaine.com/scholarship/ and please be sure to include primary UCU membership. No essays required. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Criteria for Selection: All applications will be sent to the Scholarship Committee after the application deadline. The committee will review all submissions for eligibility and requirements to determine entry into the drawing. Scholarship awardees will be randomly drawn from the pool of approved eligible applications for each of the eight awards. (Transcript is not required for this scholarship application). Scholarship awardees will be notified by June 1, 2024. Awardees will be asked to submit a photo for publication in our membership newsletter and press release. UCU reserves the right to discontinue this scholarship program anytime without notice. UCU reserves the right not to award any scholarships should there be no qualified applicants. Please apply by going to -https://www.ucumaine.com/scholarship/

Maine Medical Center Junior Volunteer Program

Maine Medical Center is excited to announce that the Maine Medical Center Junior Volunteer program is now year-round! Applications will be accepted and processed on a rolling basis. Volunteers ages 14-17 may choose between volunteering during the summer or year-round. Junior Volunteers will participate in the same training as their adult volunteers and will have more choices regarding their assignment. This change will also allow for more flexibility in scheduling. Junior Volunteers will require parental consent to volunteer. High School students that are 18+ will be processed as adult volunteers. Interested students can apply for the Junior Volunteer program through their online application process, which mirrors the application process for adult volunteers. Upon submission of your application, you will be provided with further instructions on the next steps, which include: 1. Completion of an immunization form by your healthcare provider, which must be submitted to their employee health department for review and clearance. 2. Attendance at an orientation session, which may be conducted in person or virtually. 3. Issuance of a volunteer badge and setup for volunteering within their facility. Volunteers participating in the program have the flexibility to fulfill their hours during the summer months only or throughout the year. Students interested in this opportunity can apply by going to - https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1114887224 For any interested students who have questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to Stephanie Salamone, Program Coordinator, Department of Critical Care Medicine, 22 Bramhall St.| Portland, ME 04102, email address - stephanie.salamone@mainehealth.org