Volume 10: Issue 24 | April 4, 2017
Counselor's Corner
Guidance, College, & Career-Related Information & Opportunities
SAT/ACT Information
SAT Dates for 2016-17
Test Date: May 6 ( Registration Deadline: April 7)
Test Date: June 3 (Registration Deadline: May 9)

Register for the SAT at sat.collegeboard.org/register .

ACT Dates for 2016-17
Test Date: June 10 (Registration Deadline: May 5)

Register for the ACT at www.act.org/content/act/en/register.html .

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING TEST DAY PROCEDURE
Students must present a valid photo ID on the day of the SAT and ACT tests.  Accepted IDs include a current, unexpired current school year ID, Drivers License, or Passport. If you do not have ID, please see Mrs. McDonald or Mrs. Tripodi as soon as possible. If you do not have an acceptable photo ID, you will NOT be admitted into the test.
Test Prep
Penn State Beaver is offering an SAT Prep course this spring, beginning April 8.  PSU Beaver mathematics and English faculty will teach the mathematics and verbal sections of the review course. Each instructor is familiar with the exam and the steps necessary to prepare students for successful test taking. If requested, faculty members will be available outside of class sessions to discuss questions and provide tips. The cost of this 18-hour course is $260, which includes the Official SAT Study Guide. For more information or to register, please click here.

Taking the AP Bio exam?  Join Kaplan for a free “AP Prepathon” online Saturday, April 22 and Sunday, April 23 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm to help you get ready for Test Day.  Register today at www.kaptest.com/apprepathon.
Career Speakers
Sign up to attend with Mrs. Pontiere in the Counseling Center.
Supervisory Special Agent Gregory Heeb
Special Agent Robert Ambrosini
Federal Bureau of Investigation
April 5; pds. 3 & 4

Mr. Joseph McAndrews
Software Engineer
April 10; Pd. 2

Mr. Brian Johnson
Retired Homocide/Special Victims Unit Detective
April 21; pd. 7

Dr. Sam Urick '99
Internal Medicine Physician
Private Practice, Med Express
 April 25; Pds. 3 & 5
Employment Opportunities

Are you 18 years of age or older and looking for summer employment?  The Moon Township Public Works Department is looking for summer help.  As a summer employee, you’ll help the crew with outdoor jobs like mowing grass, week whacking, and spreading mulch, as well as other maintenance activities.  Work hours are from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.  Weekend and holiday hours may be required.  The pay rate is $10 per hour.  For more information or to submit an application, visit moontwp.com.  You must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

High school students wanted to do outside maintenance and repairs at a family home on 10 acres in Aleppo Township.  Tasks include:  cutting trees, fixing fences, splitting wood, painting and general lawn maintenance (weed wacking, mowing).  Experience using chainsaw, log splitter, mower and weed wacker helpful.  All equipment provided by property owner.  Pay is $12.00/ hour (cash). Approximately 8 hours per week (2 four-hour shifts, preferably weekday). If interested, please call or text (412) 855-5014.
College Acceptances & Scholarship Offers
Congratulations to the following seniors! Please remember to submit college acceptance letters and scholarship offers to the Counseling Center. 
Domenic Davis
Wheeling Jesuit University ( Dean’s Award, Catholic High School Scholarship)

Daniel Joyce
University of Pittsburgh (University Honors College, Academic Scholarship, Guaranteed Admission to the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs)

Caroline Jones
The Ohio State University
University of Maryland

Jonathan Kim
Virginia Tech ( Provost Achievement Scholarship)

Rachel Kuchnicki
Drexel University

Kaylee Moskala
Carlow University ( Dean Scholarship, Catholic High School Scholarship)
Kent State University ( University Award)

Emma Saftner
Auburn University
Ave Maria University ( Academic Scholarship)
Clemson University
University of Alabama

Daniel Shaw
Hamilton College

Kaylie Szuchy
Gannon University ( Maroon & Gold Award)
Monmouth College ( Dean’s Scholarship)
Nazareth College ( Class of 1928 Scholarship)
New England College ( New England College Scholarship)
Admissions Events

Boston University (MA), Open House, April 2017 – Dates vary by College

Virginia State University, Open House, April 8

Roger Williams University (RI), Open House, April 10, 12, 17, 19, 21

Southern Illinois University, Open House, April 14

Penn State University College of Agricultural Science, Spring Open House, April 17

Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Open House, April 22

DeSales University (PA), Open House, April 22

Edinboro University (PA), Open House, April 22

Gannon University (PA), Open House, April 22

Marywood University (PA), Open House, April 22

Philadelphia University (PA), Spring Open House, April 22

Rosedale Technical College (PA), Open House, April 22

Shippensburg University (PA), Open House, April 22

Seton Hall University (NJ), Open House, April 23

Christendom College (VA), Open House, April 24

Minnesota State University, Weekday Open House, April 28

Penn State University – Schreyer Honors College, Scholars Day Open House, April 28

University of North Carolina (Charlotte), Open House, April 29

St. Joseph’s University (PA), Spring View Open House, April 30
Summer Programs

The Miami University of Ohio Summer Scholars Program provides a rich, early college experience for academically-talented rising high school juniors and seniors from across the globe. Students will join an engaged community of learners for an intense, two-week residential program.  Two sessions are offered:  July 2-14 and July 16-28.  To learn more or register, click here. Deadline:  Rolling admission beginning April 15, 2017

The American University Gap Summer Institutes offer rising junior and senior high school students and recent graduates a two-week, immersive seminar that features field experts, lectures, and site visits. These programs are non-credit and open to domestic and international students.  2017 Summer Institute Topics and Dates include:  Government, Justice, and Law: July 10 – 21 and Introduction to the Fashion Business: July 17 – 28.  Click here to learn more. Deadline:  May 1, 2017 

Gain a competitive edge when applying to college by participating in The Bridge, a one-week, residential college preparation program hosted by the University of Pittsburgh. Open to rising high school juniors and seniors, The Bridge offers leadership development experience and college preparation workshops to provide the knowledge and skills students need to successfully navigate the college application process.  Participants will learn how to write outstanding personal statements and essays, prepare for college admissions interviews, apply to colleges, and take college admissions standardized tests. The Princeton Review will provide SAT/ACT test preparation as well as a practice test. The Bridge will take place from July 9-14, 2017. The program fee is $800, which covers room, meals, and social activities. Learn more and register for The Bridge here. Deadline:  June 1, 2017 

High school students with a strong interest in the visual arts are invited to participate in the Penn State School of Visual Arts' (SoVA) Summer Art Camp, Portfolio Thinking. The camp will take place June 25-30 at the University Park campus. Open to high school students entering grades 9 through 12 (and just-graduated seniors), the camp provides an intensive residential studio workshop program across various art media. The cost of the camp is $925.  However, a small number of partial and full-tuition scholarships are being offered. To learn more or register, click here. Deadline:  June 13, 2017 (April 1 for priority consideration for scholarships.) 

The University of Pennsylvania delivers the challenge of an Ivy League curriculum to academically talented high school students seeking a pre-collegiate experience. Explore Penn's historic campus, engage with leading faculty and build intellectual connections within accelerated two, three or six week Penn Summer High School Programs. Available programs include the Penn Summer Prep Program, the Summer Academies, the Pre-College Program, and the Young Scholars Program. Click here to learn more and compare the four programs. Application deadlines vary by program.
Scholarship & Grant Opportunities

The silent auction at this year's OLSH Legacy Gala (April 28) will include several scholarships that can provide significant discounts to students (not limited to OLSH graduates) who plan to attend the colleges and universities listed below:
  • Duquesne University - $5,000
  • St. Vincent College- $5,000
  • Ave Maria University - $30,000
  • La Roche College - $5,000
If you know of someone planning to attend (or currently attending in some cases) one of these colleges/universities, please let them know about this exciting opportunity. For more information, including restrictions, please visit the OLSH Legacy Gala Website.

Sign up for facts on recycling and tips on keeping beauty and personal care items out of landfills from www.DoSomething.org. When you do, you’ll be entered for the chance to win a $5,000 scholarship!  Click here to learn more. Deadline:  April 30, 2017

Click here to register to win a $1,000 Cappex Easy College Money Scholarship. Deadline:  April 30, 2017

AED Superstore is a nationwide distributor of automated external defibrillators and related accessories dedicated to increasing awareness and education around CPR and AEDs. AED Superstore is offering its first bi-annual scholarship of $1,000 to college-bound high-school seniors. To enter this scholarship contest, students must submit either a short essay or video, based on the information about AEDs and sudden cardiac arrest provided on the scholarship website.  To learn more or apply, please click here. Deadline:  May 31, 2017

Enter to win a $5,000 scholarship from Nitro by completing a Scholarship Survey and answering three short-answer questions.  Refer a friend and receive a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship.  Click here to enter. Deadline:   June 30

The Paradigm Challenge will award scholarships of $500-$25,000 to students who submit winning answers to the following question:  In 140 characters or less, describe an idea to reduce waste in your home, school, community or around the world.  Click here to learn more. Deadline:  May 1, 2017

The Taco Bell Foundation will award scholarships of $2,500-$25,000 to the winners of the Live Mas Scholarship contest.  Applicants must be between the ages of 16 and 24 and be U.S. citizens. Students need to submit a short film of 2 minutes or less that shows or explains their life's passion. The film can be a short film, animation or simple personal testimonial. Selection is based on the ideas represented and not the expertise in creating a film.  To learn more, click here. Deadline:  May 12, 2017

College-bound seniors who plan to pursue an animation-related degree are eligible to apply for a $1,000 Animation Scholarship from AnimationCareerReview.com.  Applicants must complete a scholarship application and submit an original essay on the following topic:  What specific skill do you most want to develop? Click here to enter. Deadline:  June 1, 2017

OMBAR will award a $1,000 Aspiring Business Professional Scholarship to a high school senior who intends to pursue a business related degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college, has a demonstrable record of academic success, and has a passion and drive for a business career.  Applicants must complete a scholarship application and submit an original 250-500 word essay on the following topic: Why is the formal study of business and its related fields important?  To learn more or enter, click here. Deadline:  June 1, 2017

Peterson’s Nelnet, LLC, is sponsoring the $500 Because College is Expensive Scholarship. Recipient will be determined by random drawing. Applicants must be United States citizens who are currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in a college or university. Applicant must also sign up for a Peterson's account. Click here to enter. Deadline:  June 30, 2017

The Open Education Database has compiled a list of Scholarships for Women. Deadlines vary by scholarship.

Create an account on College Week Live and you could win a $5,000 scholarship, while learning about an additional $6 million in scholarship money available to students.  Click here to learn more.
Additional Opportunities for Students

Moon Township Community Access Television (MCA-TV) is proud to announce its sixth annual Film Festival.  Enter your original short or feature film by the May 8 deadline and you will have a chance to win up to $1,000.  Films of any length and genre will be accepted.  There is a submission fee of $20 per entry.   All submitted films will be broadcast on Saturday, May 13th on MCA-TV (Comcast channel 14 or Verizon channel 35).  Prizes will be awarded for best short and feature films in the following categories:  Documentary, Narrative, Music, Animation, and Best Overall.  For more information, visit http://mca-tv.org/filmfest/index.php .

Susan McDonald
Director of Counseling
School Counselor A-L
(412) 262-3975
Caroline Tripodi
School Counselor M-Z
(412) 264-4650