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April 5, 2023





Hello SAIL Family,



Welcome to "SAILing Into the Future," SAIL High School’s weekly bulletin offering scholarship and volunteer information to our graduating seniors, upcoming seniors (Juniors), sailing sophomores, incoming freshman, and their families. This bulletin will keep you informed on college and career readiness information, such as college application deadlines, career fairs, volunteer opportunities, and opportunities to explore vocational studies. If you have any questions about any of the information found in Sailing Into the Future, you can contact Mrs. Quashier S. Flood-Strouble at [log in to unmask]





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Time is running out on these scholarships:



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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, incorporated Yarn Scholarship (Flyer Attached)

Deadline is on April 5, 2023 *





Upcoming Scholarships:



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Strong Woman in Heels Scholarship, "500.00" -Deadline is April 15th

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Scholarship "Up to 6,000" (Flyer Attached)

Deadline is on April 17, 2023 *

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MyWay Scholarship (First Commerce Credit Union) "1,000.00" Deadline is April 21, 2023. Please apply here.<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.firstcommercecu.org%2fcommunity%2fin-the-community%2fmyway-scholarship%2f&c=E,1,iorbYp6hFPEROXxXYAF_QijMYm1UZYh8z2dGWvbHbe8H00mbdmR5daQZJEH_dM9a1L2ZcofD0qLQPVvV8xnlq7of18CKj7wBd1OuD77s_A,,&typo=1>

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Rise Above Scholarship, "1,000.00" Deadline is April 28, 2023.





 You have time to prepare for these scholarships:



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Citizens for a Sustainable Future (CSF) Scholarship "$500.00"- Deadline is May 1, 2023 *

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PB&J Scholarship "$500.00-$1,000.00" - Deadline is May 31, 2023 - Apply HERE<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.hershey.k12.pa.us%2fcms%2flib%2fPA09000080%2fCentricity%2fDomain%2f421%2fPBJ%20Scholarship%20Flyer.pdf&c=E,1,qUi9bRFuHQN2OW51p6nD8H4DKyyz6NqswRLAodIgGbfDItZetyux9muiwha3LuOdiInCDm6N_1bA-u4wbeH-KjXbWa3BA8dOEroYLyZcx-jj&typo=1>.

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National Hook-Up of Black Woman, Inc (NHBW). The Gwen Cherry Scholarship "500.00-2,000.00"- Deadline is June 3, 2023. *

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Ethel Madison Memorial Scholarship (Flyer Attached): Deadline is late spring 2023 *



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Peace Ambassador Leadership Summit (PALS)



Is an opportunity for students to develop leadership, communication, and essential life and social skills through hands-on learning and engagement. Attendees will receive invaluable mentorship to guide them as they prepare for college and future careers by participating in mock interviews with experts, getting help with college essays and applications, earning 50 community service hours.



University of Miami Pre-College Summer Scholars Program & UM Academies



This program will give rising sophomores and juniors a college experience. They are able to experience college before they graduate from high school. Students will gain confidence in their academic choices and ability to succeed in college.  This program offers two- and three-week sessions July 1st-July 21st.



Summer Seminole Experience



Free opportunity for rising high school seniors to visit Florida State University and learn more about CARE and the college experience.



Eagles Rise Summer Academy



Tallahassee Community College offers the Eagles Rise Summer Academy. This award-winning program offers free tuition (up to 6 credits) and free textbooks for incoming students. Please see the attached flyer.





Don’t Forget your Financial Aid and your Bright Futures applications!



This is a reminder that all college-bound seniors and their parents should have filled out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Bright Futures Florida Financial Aid Application (FFA) applications.



FAFSA applications opened on October 1st  2022 and close on June 30, 2023. To apply, click HERE<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fstudentaid.gov%2f&c=E,1,XcvaT1iLG63yLDCN5FualC4vgGH6hobJ3KNukmTGaF_yCl1vl4tliUBPVPN_03A1l6X2TX8VeLohu1bizf23NL1eolZghnr5Avq5ZalcGFptQ4GG7HQ6T3x7myljxg,,&typo=1>.



Bright Futures Applications opened on December 1, 2022 and will close on August 31, 2023. To apply, click HERE<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org%2fSAPHome%2fSAPHome%3furl%3dhome&c=E,1,hwsUyhQdBecF-kcj4fwFPBU0F9PVO0J1mRIPonQoFL1nwWzhOusy5vfDGaIYgtx86IoTD7zGff00ZwZUOqvziM4jC-0tEIUMCfMzgHKM_Q,,&typo=1>.





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If you do not apply for Bright Futures (FFAA) by August 31st, 2023, you will NOT be eligible for the scholarship! It is best practice to have your applications submitted by May 25th, 2023, to avoid any delays in funding. Please have all community service or work hours submitted by May 25th , 2023. Community service or work hours are required to receive the Bright Futures Scholarship.





ART CONTEST!!!  The 2023 EARTH DAY Festival on April 22,2023, offers cash prizes for contestant winners! (Flyer Attached)





Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp! This camp offers four sessions beginning in June and ending mid-August. This camp offers opportunities for your student to enhance their knowledge in piano, dance, visual arts, theatre, creative writing, and more. They also offer scholarships. Please click here <https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fbluelake.org%2f&c=E,1,K1ns_v6RcfhKjT5HfHTjxk6DyPwB8ZhGhatsuHUTCvewRSc3UKUb1spUBOMOhRWcRBb06OZsUR8omI81qSEgrBA-X3f4M83H2N1P9QqHYNHcVLAe79vRAjpO&typo=1> for more information.



Congressional Art Competition!! The 2023 Congressional Art Competition is officially underway for high school students in the Second Congressional District of Florida. The United States House of Representatives sponsors this competition each spring to recognize and honor talented young artists from each congressional district across the country. This year’s theme is “The Many Faces of Florida’s Second Congressional District.” Deadline for artwork is May 2, 2023 @11:59 pm. Applications are attached.









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  *   rethink Energy Florida Volunteer (Many opportunities, please review the attached flyer)

  *   School of Math and Science Math competition on Saturday April 8, 2023.

  *   School of Arts and Sciences Carnival on Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 10 am-2 pm.

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Earth Day Festival 2023, April 22, 2023, from 10-2 pm (Please review the attached flyer)



  *   Lake Henrietta Shoreline Cleanup, April 22, 2023. Celebrate Earth Day by participating in a service-day clean up at Lake Henrietta. Volunteers will work together to beautify the lake's shoreline by removing litter while learning how the county protects out waterways year-round. Please click here<https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fleoncountyfl.galaxydigital.com%2fneed%2fdetail%2f%3fneed_id%3d786050&c=E,1,1TA9uH2TaOk1IGnHB6tjOxcA5rJ2XumxLffy2OXO14hcaKDIa6V9eQP9gh8-o1nxEM4WfPBq54gkS5Y7pBJIkXWu4dA5lmamT1gccSttjjeaOw,,&typo=1> for more information.



  *   High School Bigs (Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Big Bend) Matching high school students with elementary or middle school students for four hours per month (mentorship and volunteer opportunity rolled into one) (Please review the attached flyer).





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Parents, it is not too late to begin applying for scholarships if you are in your senior year of high school. If you haven't started applying for scholarships regularly, you'll need to jump right in and begin ASAP! Don't get overwhelmed! Talk to your friendly neighborhood School Counselor and ask her where your student should begin.



Sincerely,





Quashier S. Flood-Strouble

School Counselor

SAIL High School









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