Monday, December 27, 2010

VEE ARNIS JITSU Self Defense School/ Boot Camp Fitness

Click here > VEE ARNIS JITSU – School of Self Defense

The class objectives are to encourage participants to obtain valuable self-protection skills, while incorporating a higher level of fitness. It’s “EXERCISE WITH A PURPOSE”. 
Motivational Instruction is given to those of all fitness levels, diverse cultural backgrounds and age ranges.

Conduct group fitness classes utilizing the fundamental techniques of Muay Thai, Boxing combined with multi-level stamina training.

Create class drills with a fusion between the “street self-defense” applications of Muay Thai boxing, along with cardio/strength training conditioning

Class Schedule for Boot Camp Fitness
Thurs- 7:30-8:30 pm
Sun. - 11:00-1:00pm

10 Commandments of Self Defense



VEE ARNIS JITSU – School of Self Defense
4702 Avenue U/ Flatbush Avenue  (Located across the street from Kings Plaza Mall)
Brooklyn, NY 11234
(718) 252-8944

Thursday, December 23, 2010

DTIC Student Paper Competition (Deadline February 7, 2011)

Overview


The (Click here >) Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) solicits student papers for consideration on the agenda of its annual conference. Selected student authors will be invited to present their papers at the (Click here >)  2011 DTIC Conference, April 4-6, 2011 in Alexandria, VA.
DTIC is the central scientific, research, and engineering information support activity for the DoD, Director of Defense Research and Engineering (DDR&E) and supports the DDR&E's execution of the DoD Scientific and Technical Information Program.
For the full details, visit the (Click here >) DTIC Student Paper Competition


Purpose
  • To promote the generation of new ideas and the conduct of new research in areas of strategic interest to DTIC
  • To promote understanding of DTIC's mission and program among information professionals

Topics

Papers should show relevance to DTIC's mission: To provide essential, technical research, development, testing and evaluation information rapidly, accurately and reliably to support our DoD customers' needs.
Examples (to stimulate input, not to constrain topics):
  • Use of Web 2.0 and 3.0 technology for collaborative searching & problem solving
  • Making scientific and technical information discoverable through virtual worlds
  • Delivering scientific and technical information to mobile devices
  • Recommended features of a tool suite for usability experimentation

Submission Information

  • Deadline for submission is February 7, 2011.
  • DTIC will select papers based on their relevance to DTIC's mission, potential interest to the conference attendees, originality, clarity and sufficiency of support for conclusions. 
  • Selected authors will be notified no later than February 28, 2011.
  • Submit papers and any questions via email to: StudentPaper2011@dtic.mil
  • Full requirements can be found at the (Click here >) DTIC Student Paper Competition.

Let's Move! toward healthier food in school (Deadline December 31, 2010)


Let's Move!toward healthier food in school
$12,000 in prizes to create nutritious
school lunch recipes that kids love to eat!

Get your school district involved!

Click here > Let's Move!, in association with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), is challenging school nutrition professionals, chefs, students, parents and interested community members to create tasty, healthy, exciting new recipes for inclusion on school lunch menus across the country.

Participants will form teams, develop, document, and prepare at least one healthy recipe in one of three categories (Whole Grains, Dark Green and Orange vegetables, or Dry Beans and Peas). Their creations will be served in the school's cafeteria, and rated by students. Fifteen semi-finalist teams will have their recipe evaluated by our judging panel during events held at their school, and the top three teams will compete in a national cook-off to determine the grand prize winner! Semi-finalists' recipes will also be posted for online voting by the public to determine a Popular Choice Winner. Winning teams will be invited to prepare their nutrition-packed meals alongside White House chefs.

Click here > How to Enter

Prizes:


Grand Prize Winner - $3000; 




First Place (Whole Grains) - $1500




Second Place (Whole Grains) - $1000; 




First Place (Dark Green and Orange Vegetables) - $1500 




Second Place (Dark Green and Orange Vegetables) - $1000





First Place (Dry Beans and Peas) - $1500




Second Place (Dry Beans and Peas) - $1000




Popular Choice Award - $1500 





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Tuesday, December 21, 2010

The 2011 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for 7th - 12th Graders (Now accepting submissions)


Students submit their works to regional programs of The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers and its Regional Affiliates. Students can earn opportunities for recognition, exhibition, publication and scholarships.
Across the country, more than 165,000 works will be reviewed by our panels of arts professionals. More than 50,000 students will earn Honorable Mention, Silver Keys and Gold Keys in regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards of 2011. Works designated as Gold Keys will be forwarded for national-level review in February 2011. (Text taken from Web Page)


Click here > Regional Guidelines & Deadlines


Click here > FAQ

PSA - The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers 






click here > Alliance for Young Artists & Writers and its regional affiliates reach out to schools across the nation to identify accomplished artists and writers in grades 7 through 12About 1000 students earn national awards, including more than $1.5 million dollars in scholarships. Student work is exhibited, published and presented to a national audience.  (Text taken from Web Page)

Friday, December 17, 2010

High School and College Prep (Opportunities for Middle and High School Students)

Below is a list of programs for which middle and high school students can apply for High School and College Prep Opportunities. (details provided by (click here >) Inside Schools.org
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A Better Chance (ABC) places top middle and high school students of color in highly ranked independent day schools, boarding schools, and public schools. Students with at least a B+ average who are ranked in the top 10 percent of their class are eligible. Candidates must apply one year in advance.

Breakthrough New York at the Town School is a tuition-free, year-round enrichment program for highly-motivated middle school students with limited educational opportunities. There is a two-year commitment, including a rigorous academic summer program and enrichment classes, museum trips, mentoring, and high school placement guidance throughout the school year.

The Center for Leadership and College Preparation, affiliated with the 
Bank Street College of Education, offers educational opportunities both to high achieving students and to struggling students. The program serves kids in 5th through 12th grades, giving them access to a wide range of academic resources, college prep classes, counseling, mentoring, and activities, as well as individual attention and support. Students are admitted in the 5th, 7th and 9th grades.

College Now is designed to prepare New York City's public high school students for college. In most cases, a public high school teams up with one or more of the 17 City University of New York (CUNY) colleges. The program offers eligible students a number of ways to improve their high school performance and get a head start on college. College Now offers academic courses, campus-based tours and cultural events, and scholarships.

The Development School for Youth introduces students to the worlds of finance, culture, communications and other leading industries through a series of 16 weekly workshops led by senior executives from some of New York City's leading corporations and law firms. Students, who must be at least 16, also learn public speaking, how to dress for success, and how to write a resume. All students who graduate from the program are placed in paid summer internships provided by sponsoring companies.
The Double Discovery Center at Columbia University houses two educational programs serving low-income and first generation college-bound students: Talent Search, is a career and college counseling program for students in 7ththrough 12th grade, and Upward Bound, is an intensive, year-round college preparatory program for high school students who have been under performing. New applicants to Upward Bound must be in the 9th or 10th grade.

Harlem Education Activities Fund (HEAF) offers intensive academic enrichment courses, test preparation and social and personal development activities for students after school, on Saturdays, and during the summer. The goal is to assist college-bound students from educationally and/or economically disadvantaged communities in developing intellectual and life skills. Programs are specific to middle school and high school aged students.
Monroe College Jumpstart allows high school juniors and seniors to earn three college credits for free. In a 15-week course, the students study with professors in a college setting and earn credits. Courses are offered in accounting, business, criminal justice, culinary arts, allied health professions, hotel and restaurant management, marketing, web design, and information technology. Students who complete the program are eligible for freshman scholarships if they choose to matriculate to Monroe for college, and the credits are transferable for students who go elsewhere.
The Oliver Scholars Program selects highly motivated  African American and Latino seventh graders and offers them support and guidance to gain admission to some of the Northeast’s best independent schools. Support continues through the college admissions process.
The Posse Foundation identifies, recruits, and trains student leaders from public high schools to form multicultural teams called "posses." These teams are then prepared, through an eight-month pre-collegiate training program, for enrollment at top-tier universities and colleges nationwide. The Posse Program has placed 1,850 students into colleges and universities during the past two decades.

Prep for Prep, a non-profit group, helps high-achieving minority students attend top colleges, including Ivy League schools. There are programs for 5th, 6th, and 7th grade black, Latino, and Asian students. The program includes a seven-week summer session and weekly Wednesday and Saturday classes.
REACHPrep recruits academically talented black and Latino 4th grade students from the Bronx (and Westchester and Fairfield Counties) and prepares them for 5th and 6th grade admissions to competitive college preparatory independent schools in New York and Connecticut. Their goal is to comprehensively support students who want to be the first in their family to graduate from college. Only 20 students are admitted each year.
Summer on the Hill at Horace Mann is an enrichment program for academically talented public school students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Students start in the second grade and continue until placed in high school, participating in Saturday morning classes during the school year and a six-week summer session. They study language arts, math, and science and learn study skills. Summer programs include fine arts, recreation and an overnight trip to the John Dorr Nature Laboratory in Connecticut. Summer on the Hill continues to offer support through 12th grade.
Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) works with motivated youth to help them develop throughout high school, college and their careers. The organization provides services through three major programs: the Career Program, the Scholars Program, and Alumni and Philanthropy Programs. (9th Grade)
Teak Fellows supports students seeking to gain admissions to top high schools and colleges. Students who are citizens or permanent residents, have proof of financial need, and have scored above 90 percent on tests and in class may apply by October of their 7th grade year. The program runs from the summer after 7th grade until college placement. Only 25 students are accepted each year.
United Neighborhood Houses has a complete list of neighborhood houses and community centers in New York City, many of which offer college counseling.

National Essay Contest - 4th Grade through 12th Grade

Below is a list of Essay Contest (details provided by (Click Here >) Inside Schools.org)

Creative Communication sponsors essay and poetry writing contests for students in grades 4-12. Students compete against their peers in both age and location and winners share over $70,000 in prizes. Selected entries are published in a hard-bound anthology.
The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest looks for original essays written by high school students about an elected official who has demonstrated political courage by choosing to do what is right rather than what is expedient. Winning essayists receive awards totaling up to $8,500. The first-place winner is invited to accept the award at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston. To encourage student leadership and civic engagement, the nominating teacher of the first-place winner receives a John F. Kennedy Public Service Grant for $500.
The National Peace Essay Contest promotes serious discussion among high school students, teachers, and national leaders about international peace and conflict resolution. Contest topics range from national to international conflicts. College scholarship awards of $1,000 are granted to a winner in each state and the writers of the top three essays nationally will receive scholarships of $10,000, $5,000 and $2,500 respectively. All state winners are invited to an all-expenses paid trip to Washington D.C. for the awards ceremony.
The United Nations of the USA National High School Essay Contest solicits essays from high school students on a different topic each year related to the international work of the United Nations. Students research the topic, form their own views and opinions and write an essay in response to the question. First prize is a $3,000 award and airfare and accommodations to the awards ceremony at the United Nations headquarters.

Arts Opportunities for Middle and High School Students

Below is a list of opportunities in the Arts for which middle and high school students can apply  (details provided by (click here >) Inside Schools.org)
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Arts

Alliance for Young Artists & Writers and its regional affiliates reach out to schools across the nation to identify accomplished artists and writers in grades 7 through 12About 1000 students earn national awards, including more than $1.5 million dollars in scholarships. Student work is exhibited, published and presented to a national audience.All Stars Project, Inc runs two 16-week programs for older students interested in leadership roles in the arts. Youth on Stage offers opportunities for students to create and perform in plays. The Production of Youth by Youth, also 16-weeks, shows students the world of producing culture through theatre, television, museum, and other cultural events. There are behind the scenes visits and lectures, and a culminating project that produces a cultural forum and unpaid summer internships.

Cool Culture provides families who fall under federal poverty guidelines with a Family Pass, that provides free entry to more than 71 museums, botanical gardens, zoos, and a subscription to Family Time, a quarterly borough-by-borough listing of cultural attractions, as well as a calendar of events geared toward families and young children.

Cooper-Hewitt's Lehman Scholars program for high school students in 11thand 12th grades introduces students to the fundamentals of design through hands on workshops and internships with design professionals. The program includes portfolio reviews, studio visits, and college visits to local and out-of-state schools. Juniors receive a stipend of $750 and seniors receive a stipend of $1,500.
The CUNY Creative Arts Team (CAT) Youth Theatre creates original productions from the ideas of its young members. They aim to amplify the collective voice of the group while creating social and culturally relevant theatre of the highest possible standard.
Eyebeam Art and Technology Center offers a drop-in workshops for teens 13-18, every Thursday, featuring video production, audio mixing and editing and video game design. Reservations are recommended but not required.
Free Arts NYC uses painting, dance, drama, writing, music, sculpture, photography, and other creative outlets to help children express themselves and gain confidence and self-esteem through Free Arts DaysWeekly Mentor ProgramParents and Children Together with Art (PACT), and Cultural Enrichment Opportunities.

High Five is dedicated to making the arts affordable for teens by offering $5 tickets to hundreds of dance, music, theater, film, museum, and spoken word events. Its Teen Reviewers and Critics Program (TRaC) includes weekly seminars and attendance at performances where kids learn how to evaluate and write about what they see.

Manhattan School of Music Summer Camp is free to New York City public school students completing 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade who demonstrate musical potential. The camp is a joint project with the New York City Department of Education.The Metropolitan Museum of Art offers students a program of free classes held after school and on weekends. Both middle school and high school students study original works of art with museum instructors. Seniors attending New York City high schools may apply for a paid Saturday internship. Interns work behind the scenes, meet members of the museum staff, and participate in gallery, studio, and museum learning projects.MoMA (the Museum of Modern Art) offers several programs for high schools students: MoMA After School encourages high school students' active engagement with works of modern and contemporary art. Students participate in studio projects, conversations, and debates with peers and museum staff, while learning about careers and practices within the visual arts. All programs are free, and MoMA provides the supplies and materials. In the Making: Summer at MoMA is a six week summer art-making program for high school students. Students participate in studio activities as well as conversations with artists and MoMA staff, field trips special tours of the museum's collection, writing exercises, and art instruction by MoMA educators. Student artwork is shown in a small culminating exhibit. Tenth through 12th graders may apply, and there is no need for previous art experience. The MoMA high school summer internship is a six-week paid program that exposes high school students to museum work and practical job skills. In addition to their work in a museum department, students attend lectures by museum staff and visit other arts organizations. There is limited space, with preference to students who have prior museum or administrative experience. Open to students of New York City public high schools who will be entering eleventh or twelfth grade in fall or who have recently graduated.

New York Pops Orchestra gives free Saturday music lessons to talented students. In addition, the orchestra invites students to its rehearsals at Carnegie Hall and offers an opportunity for students to speak with the conductor and musicians.

NYC Kids Artssponsored by the Alliance for the Arts, lists arts and cultural activities available to kids and families, including many neighborhood institutions, after school activities and more..

The Summer Arts Institute is a tuition-free, intensive, four-week arts program for New York City public school students entering 8th-12th grade held at Stuyvesant High School in Manhattan. Students major in dance, theatre, vocal music, instrumental music, visual art, film, or photography. Admission is by application and audition.
Urban Word provides free and uncensored writing and performance opportunities to youth in all five boroughs of New York City. The workshops are designed to develop critical thinking skills, leadership, and to ignite a personal commitment to growth and learning which leads to heightened in-school performance and a greater interest in pursuing higher education.

Homework Help - K through 12th Grade

Homework Help for K through 12th Grade (details provided by (Click Here >) Inside Schools.org) 

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The Boy's Club of New York charges boys ages 6 to 20 five dollars a year to participate in computer classes, attend summer camp, get homework help, and receive dental services!  The club has three locations: one in Flushing (Queens) and two in Manhattan.
HomeworkNYC.org is a website run by the public libraries. The site is designed specifically to helps students in grades K-12th in every area of the New York City school curriculum and offers live, online assistance. Students and parents can also search for information on a variety of topics. The library site is also affiliated with the teacher's union Dial-A-Teacher, a helpline that allows students and parents to be able to talk directly with a city teacher Monday through Thursday from 4 to 7 pm: (212) 777-3380.
The Liberty Leaders program at Bank Street College provides support to 5thto 12th graders six days a week for 11 months. Students have access to a wide range of academic resources, college prep classes, counseling, and enrichment activities.
Also see page about after-school programs.


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Environmental Studies for Students and Families

Enviromental Studies Programs for Students and Families  (details provided by (Click Here >) Inside Schools.org) 

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The Garden Apprentice Program at Brooklyn Botanic Garden provides students in grades 8 through 12 with training and volunteer placements focused on gardening, environmental issues, science, leadership, and career skills. Apprentices become an important part of the garden's education department.

The New York Botanical Garden's Explainer Program accepts middle and high school students between the ages of 13 and 17 who want to learn about plants, nature, and science and who enjoy the outdoorsThe program offers the opportunity to learn about plants, develop new skills, and receive personal mentoring. Explainers also help younger children who visit the Everett Children's Adventure Garden.
MillionTreesNYC: Students and families can participate in citywide volunteer tree planting and tree care workshops. The program is a public-private initiative launched by the City of New York Parks Department and New York Restoration Project with the goal of planting one million new trees across all five boroughs over the next decade. To find out more visit http://www.milliontreesnyc.org/html/programs/toolkit.shtml.


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Scholarships for Women

Below is a list of Scholarships for Minority Women. Please click on the below names to access the link.

Scholarships for Minority Women
Actuary Scholarships for Minority Students
American Chemical Society Scholarships
American Geological Institute Minority Geoscience Student Scholarship
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
American Political Science Association Minority scholarship list

Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta
Engineering for Minorities
Gates Millennium Scholars
International Education Financial Aid
The Jackie Robinson Foundation (high school seniors only)
Jack Kent Cook Foundation Graduate Scholars Program
John L. Carey Accounting Scholarship
Kaiser Media Internships in Health Reporting
LGBT Scholarships
Microsoft Scholarships (for computer related degrees)
Morris K. Udall Undergraduate Scholarship (for environmental studies)
National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant (SMART Grant)
Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
Students of Color Scholarship
Unmet Need Scholarship
USA Funds

Scholarships for African -American Women

Herbert Lehman Education Fund
The Jackie Robinson Foundation (high school seniors only)
Ron Brown Scholarship (high school seniors)
Black Excel Scholarship Gateways
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
Dr. James M. Rosin Scholarship
Fisk Premedical Summer Institute / Minority Medical Education Program
General Mills Technology Scholars Award
Law School: MCCA Lloyd M. Johnson, Jr. Scholarship Program
NAACP Earl Warren Shearman and Sterling Law School Scholarship


Scholarship, Roy Wilkins Scholarship, and the Hubertus W.V. Williams Scholarship

National Association of Black Journalists
National Black Police Association
National Society of Black Engineers Scholarship List
Sallie Mae Fund American Dream Scholarship
Siemens Teacher Education Scholarship Program
Spieler, Rhea and Louis Scholarship Program
UNCF Merck Science Initiative
United Negro College Fund

Scholarships for Latina Women

Hispanic Scholarship Fund (also for college students)
Adelante US Education Leadership Fund
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (Congressional Internship)
First in My Family Scholarship Program
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities
Hispanic Internship Program
La Unidad Latina Foundation
Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund
National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Salvadoran American Leadership and Education Fund
State Farm Hispanic Scholarship Fund
NAACP Scholarships: Earl G. Graves Scholarship, Agnes Jones Scholarship, Lillian and Samuel Sutton