Upcoming Opportunities
Great opportunities for high school students can be found below. If you have any questions regarding one of the opportunities, please contact your school counselor.
National Portfolio Day
National Portfolio Day is an event for visual artists. It provides an opportunity for future art students to meet with representatives from colleges accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and to have their art portfolios reviewed. Feedback from these reviews can be beneficial when applying to art programs! For more information, visit the link below. The St. Louis date is set for October 28, 2018 from 12-4 at Wash U School of Art.
National Portfolio Day is an event for visual artists. It provides an opportunity for future art students to meet with representatives from colleges accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and to have their art portfolios reviewed. Feedback from these reviews can be beneficial when applying to art programs! For more information, visit the link below. The St. Louis date is set for October 28, 2018 from 12-4 at Wash U School of Art.
SAIC Days 2018
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is hosting a local event on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at the Contemporary Art Museum in St. Louis, MO from 12:00-3:00. This is a great opportunity for students to meet with faculty and admission counselors. Students are encouraged to bring their portfolios and/or documented artwork for discussions about preparing their portfolios for admission and merit scholarship consideration.
Registration is required!
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) is hosting a local event on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at the Contemporary Art Museum in St. Louis, MO from 12:00-3:00. This is a great opportunity for students to meet with faculty and admission counselors. Students are encouraged to bring their portfolios and/or documented artwork for discussions about preparing their portfolios for admission and merit scholarship consideration.
Registration is required!
SIUE Pharmacy Explore Excellence Day
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy will host an Explore Academic Excellence Day/Open House on Saturday October 13, 2018 from 8:00 am-1:00 pm.
Interested students can view the link below to find more information!
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy will host an Explore Academic Excellence Day/Open House on Saturday October 13, 2018 from 8:00 am-1:00 pm.
Interested students can view the link below to find more information!
Washington University: Bridge the Gap
WashU Undergraduate Admissions and the African Students Association invite your first- and second-generation African students to join them for Bridge the Gap, on Saturday, September 29, 9 am-2 pm, on the Danforth Campus in Simon Hall, Room 23. For more details, please view the attached flyer. Those interested in attending should register using the link below.
This program is designed for juniors, seniors, and their families, but all are welcome.
WashU Undergraduate Admissions and the African Students Association invite your first- and second-generation African students to join them for Bridge the Gap, on Saturday, September 29, 9 am-2 pm, on the Danforth Campus in Simon Hall, Room 23. For more details, please view the attached flyer. Those interested in attending should register using the link below.
This program is designed for juniors, seniors, and their families, but all are welcome.
Industrial Career Fair
On October 3, 2018, from 5:30-7:00, Granite City High School will host an Industrial Career Fair. This is a great way to explore post high school options other than the 4-year university track.
Local union halls, agencies, employers and trade schools will be represented at this fair. Please see the attached flyer for more information!
SWIC is the community college in the Belleville Area. If Lewis & Clark Community College does not offer a particular program and SWIC does, the two colleges have an agreement which allows Lewis & Clark students to attend SWIC without having to pay the "Out-of-District" tuition. Between the two community colleges, you can find a wide variety of certificate and degree programs.
On October 3, 2018, from 5:30-7:00, Granite City High School will host an Industrial Career Fair. This is a great way to explore post high school options other than the 4-year university track.
Local union halls, agencies, employers and trade schools will be represented at this fair. Please see the attached flyer for more information!
SWIC is the community college in the Belleville Area. If Lewis & Clark Community College does not offer a particular program and SWIC does, the two colleges have an agreement which allows Lewis & Clark students to attend SWIC without having to pay the "Out-of-District" tuition. Between the two community colleges, you can find a wide variety of certificate and degree programs.
Lewis & Clark Discover Day
Lewis and Clark Community College will be hosting Discover Day on Monday, October 8, 2018 from 11AM-1PM (outside, behind the enrollment center....inclement weather Commons). Discover Day is an opportunity to learn about becoming a Trailblazer, speak with financial aid and enrollment representatives, tour the campus, and experience student life while hanging out with current students. There will also be free food and other fun activities. It’s an event students and their families won’t want to miss!
Registration is not required but is recommended! For more information and to pre-register, visit the link below!
Lewis and Clark Community College will be hosting Discover Day on Monday, October 8, 2018 from 11AM-1PM (outside, behind the enrollment center....inclement weather Commons). Discover Day is an opportunity to learn about becoming a Trailblazer, speak with financial aid and enrollment representatives, tour the campus, and experience student life while hanging out with current students. There will also be free food and other fun activities. It’s an event students and their families won’t want to miss!
Registration is not required but is recommended! For more information and to pre-register, visit the link below!
CMHS to host SAT Prep through Sylan Learning Center
CMHS has partnered with Sylvan Learning Center to offer SAT test prep here at CMHS. On November 3rd, from 9:00am to 3:00pm we will offer a session on test tips and tricks, on November 7th, you will be administered a practice test and on December 3rd you will receive consultation on what you need to do in order to raise your score. All of this for 50 dollars! Please make your check payable to Sylvan Learning Center. We must have 20 students in order to offer this wonderful opportunity! Please bring your check and sign up in the counseling office. A flyer has been posted on the CMHS website!
CMHS has partnered with Sylvan Learning Center to offer SAT test prep here at CMHS. On November 3rd, from 9:00am to 3:00pm we will offer a session on test tips and tricks, on November 7th, you will be administered a practice test and on December 3rd you will receive consultation on what you need to do in order to raise your score. All of this for 50 dollars! Please make your check payable to Sylvan Learning Center. We must have 20 students in order to offer this wonderful opportunity! Please bring your check and sign up in the counseling office. A flyer has been posted on the CMHS website!
SIUE School of Nursing Explore Academic Excellence Day
The SIUE School of Nursing Explore Academic Excellence Day is scheduled for Saturday, September 15, 2018. Prospective students can visit the School of Nursing and the Simulated Learning Center and take a campus tour as well. Nursing faculty will be highlighting nursing specialty areas. Pre-registration is recommended and is available at the link below under the "explore days" option.
Please look at the flyer for more information.
On the same Registration link below, you will also find information for the Explore Engineering and Explore Pharmacy days!
The SIUE School of Nursing Explore Academic Excellence Day is scheduled for Saturday, September 15, 2018. Prospective students can visit the School of Nursing and the Simulated Learning Center and take a campus tour as well. Nursing faculty will be highlighting nursing specialty areas. Pre-registration is recommended and is available at the link below under the "explore days" option.
Please look at the flyer for more information.
On the same Registration link below, you will also find information for the Explore Engineering and Explore Pharmacy days!
SIUE Courses for High School Students
The SIUE Office of Educational Outreach will be offering a few courses during the Fall semester that high school students can benefit from. The three courses are as follows:
Introduction to 3D Modeling and Manufacturing: This course will give participants an introduction to 2D and 3D computer-aided drafting, Fusion 360 and SolidWorks software, as well as an introduction to design concepts and using a 3D printer. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with the software and 3D printer. Cost includes one roll of filament for 3D printing. The 3D printing course is perfect for a student who is considering an engineering field as they will be able to create their own cell phone case and will use the software necessary for 3D printing.
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., September 15-November 3
SIUE Main Campus, Engineering Building, Room 1140
Fee: $125
Registration link below!
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification: Basic life support training for health care professionals covers a variety of subjects, including breathing and cardiac emergencies, defibrillation, CPR, AED and obstructed airway for adults, children and infants. Learn new techniques and sharpen your skills with hands-on experience. Two-year certification card is issued upon course completion. The Basic Life Support course is necessary for all healthcare professionals and could give a student one more item for their resume if they are considering a healthcare professional.
Wednesday, September 19, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 1)
Registration Link Below!
Thursday, October 18, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 2)
Registration Link Below!
Tuesday, November 6, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 3)
Registration Link Below!
SIUE Main Campus
Fee: $79 (w/parking $81)
Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification: Heartsaver courses are designed for anyone with little or no medical training and cover first-aid basics for the most common first-aid emergencies. Hands-on training also prepares students to perform CPR and use an AED in a safe, timely and effective manner. A two-year certification card is issued upon course completion. The Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification is perfect for an lifeguards, babysitters or anyone else wanting a CPR certification to put on their resume.
Tuesday, 5:30-9:30 p.m., September 18 (Session 1)
Registration Link Below!
Wednesday, October 17, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 2)
Registration Link Below
Thursday, November 8, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 3)
Registration Link Below!
SIUE Main Campus
Fee: $99 (w/parking $102)
The SIUE Office of Educational Outreach will be offering a few courses during the Fall semester that high school students can benefit from. The three courses are as follows:
Introduction to 3D Modeling and Manufacturing: This course will give participants an introduction to 2D and 3D computer-aided drafting, Fusion 360 and SolidWorks software, as well as an introduction to design concepts and using a 3D printer. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with the software and 3D printer. Cost includes one roll of filament for 3D printing. The 3D printing course is perfect for a student who is considering an engineering field as they will be able to create their own cell phone case and will use the software necessary for 3D printing.
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., September 15-November 3
SIUE Main Campus, Engineering Building, Room 1140
Fee: $125
Registration link below!
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification: Basic life support training for health care professionals covers a variety of subjects, including breathing and cardiac emergencies, defibrillation, CPR, AED and obstructed airway for adults, children and infants. Learn new techniques and sharpen your skills with hands-on experience. Two-year certification card is issued upon course completion. The Basic Life Support course is necessary for all healthcare professionals and could give a student one more item for their resume if they are considering a healthcare professional.
Wednesday, September 19, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 1)
Registration Link Below!
Thursday, October 18, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 2)
Registration Link Below!
Tuesday, November 6, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 3)
Registration Link Below!
SIUE Main Campus
Fee: $79 (w/parking $81)
Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification: Heartsaver courses are designed for anyone with little or no medical training and cover first-aid basics for the most common first-aid emergencies. Hands-on training also prepares students to perform CPR and use an AED in a safe, timely and effective manner. A two-year certification card is issued upon course completion. The Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification is perfect for an lifeguards, babysitters or anyone else wanting a CPR certification to put on their resume.
Tuesday, 5:30-9:30 p.m., September 18 (Session 1)
Registration Link Below!
Wednesday, October 17, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 2)
Registration Link Below
Thursday, November 8, 5:30-8 p.m. (Session 3)
Registration Link Below!
SIUE Main Campus
Fee: $99 (w/parking $102)
ACT Review Course
The SIUE Office of Educational Outreach will be offering ACT prep courses during the Fall semester.
ACT Review: Are you a high school student who wants to improve your test scores? Are you unhappy with your previous scores or worried that test anxiety will hurt your changes of a great college experience? This in-depth ACT preparatory course reviews and teaches concepts needed to prepare for the ACT. It condenses lessons into 6 sessions which begin with a pre-test to assess the group’s strengths and weaknesses. The sessions are then individualized to assist their needs to effectively prepare for the test. Please bring a calculator and #2 pencil to each session.
Two sessions are available:
Session 1:
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00-8:00 p.m., August 21 – September 6, 2018
SIUE Main Campus, Technology Management Center
OR
Session 2:
Thursdays 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., September 20 – October 25, 2018
SIUE Main Campus, Technology Management Center
The cost to attend either session is $199 and this will include their books.
The SIUE Office of Educational Outreach will be offering ACT prep courses during the Fall semester.
ACT Review: Are you a high school student who wants to improve your test scores? Are you unhappy with your previous scores or worried that test anxiety will hurt your changes of a great college experience? This in-depth ACT preparatory course reviews and teaches concepts needed to prepare for the ACT. It condenses lessons into 6 sessions which begin with a pre-test to assess the group’s strengths and weaknesses. The sessions are then individualized to assist their needs to effectively prepare for the test. Please bring a calculator and #2 pencil to each session.
Two sessions are available:
Session 1:
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00-8:00 p.m., August 21 – September 6, 2018
SIUE Main Campus, Technology Management Center
OR
Session 2:
Thursdays 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., September 20 – October 25, 2018
SIUE Main Campus, Technology Management Center
The cost to attend either session is $199 and this will include their books.
Political Internship Opportunities
Interested in politics....consider volunteering for the race for IL Governor. For more information about internship opportunities, visit the links below (Listed in alphabetical order). This a great way to see how the process works first hand.
Interested in politics....consider volunteering for the race for IL Governor. For more information about internship opportunities, visit the links below (Listed in alphabetical order). This a great way to see how the process works first hand.
Bethalto Police Explorer Post #500
The Bethalto Explorer Post provides interested students, between the ages of 14 and 21, the opportunity build good character, promote good citizenship, develop personal and mental fitness, while gaining a valuable insight to the Criminal Justice System. For more information, please see the flyer below. Interested students should complete the attached application.
The Bethalto Explorer Post provides interested students, between the ages of 14 and 21, the opportunity build good character, promote good citizenship, develop personal and mental fitness, while gaining a valuable insight to the Criminal Justice System. For more information, please see the flyer below. Interested students should complete the attached application.
