Science Hill Counselors (left to right): Joe McPherson, Kim Thompson, Holly English, Ryan Goines, Suzanne Reaves, Seth Douglas and Josh Jarnigan.

Announcements

Cap and Gown Orders

Seniors, if you have not ordered your cap and gown yet you need to do that as soon as possible.

Jostens would like all orders to be in by Feb 10!

Click on the following link to order now!

Science Hill High School

Updated Topper Tutoring

Click here to see the Topper Tutoring schedule   

West Point Summer Leaders Experience 

HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS - APPLICATION PORTAL OPENS FEBUARY 1st - The West Point Summer Leader Experience (SLE) provides rising high school seniors with a week long immersion into the academic, military, and social life of a West Point Cadet. At SLE, students will explore West Point from all angles, including out high-tech educational facilities, team building athletic activities, and realistic military training. You will get a taste of Cadet Life through the entire program, which is led by current West Point cadets. Here are three ways to learn more: Attend our FB Live SLE Information Brief, Check out some highlights from SLE 2022, and Take a look at our SLE Website.

Click here to open up the application portal. 

Internship Opportunities

Science Hill High School – 2^nd or 4^th block interns needed – Students needed for setting up/cleaning up the coffee shop – ordering supplies, inventory, etc – see your counselor to apply – student attendance and grades will be factored in the application process

JC Convention and Visitors Bureau - (CVB) - This position will provide support to the Visitor Services Specialist at the JC CVB on Buffalo St. The primary responsibilities are: to welcome visitors and provide the information and recommendations necessary to create a memorable visitor experience, maintain the visitor center and support the efforts of the Johnson City Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) as they plan various events in the region.  See your counselor to apply.

Mattern and Craig Engineering and Surveyors - JC branch - 5-6 hours a week that may transition in to an apprenticeship opportunity in the future - more info coming soon. 

The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans

In keeping with the mission of the Horatio Alger Association, the scholarship programs provide financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have significant financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. The scholarships are given to deserving students and range in award value from $10,000 to $25,000. As a reminder, this scholarship is for high school juniors. Students may apply online Dec. 1 - March 15 at scholars.horatioalger.org.

IMPORTANT: In order for an application to be considered complete, the applicant’s counselor must complete a Certification Form online. Please see your counselor for more information or visit the scholarship link here. 

2023-24 FAFSA Section-by-Section Videos

The six, 5-minute’ish recordings from the 12^th grade family perspective can be found at https://www.collegefortn.org/fafsa/

Scholarships?

Click our Scholarship link under "Important Links" to stay up-to-date on the deadlines and information for scholarships. 

Senior Year Guide 

Attention Seniors! If you would like a step by step guide to help you through senior year, then look no further! CollegeforTN.org has created a in depth guide that will walk you through prepare for life after high school. Click here for more details!

Furthermore, CollegeforTN.org is a great resource for many families and the website contains resources for students of all ages! 

College Application and Exploration Month 

With College application and exploration month beginning this week, we wanted to highlight some resources that may be useful to anyone that might need a little help starting this process. Click here to get started!

TN Promise/FAFSA/College Apps/Career Help

If you are needing help with any of these topics then we have a resource for you! Braylee Polson is our Niswonger Care Rep and she is a guru with all of these topics. If you would like to setup an appointment with her (students or parents)  then scan the QR Code below or send Hello to the phone number below and answer the questions to get connected with Braylee.