Scholarship available to space camp
Discovery Center Offers Space Camp Scholarship
Application Deadline is March 31
Concord – The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center is looking for a few good kids to apply for their annual Alex Higgins Memorial Space Camp Scholarship. Each year, the Discovery Center selects three New Hampshire students between the ages of 9 and 18 to participate in simulated astronaut training at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
Applicants must be New Hampshire residents between the ages of 9 and 18. This competitive scholarship covers the full cost of tuition, room and board. Transportation costs to Huntsville, Ala. are not included. The deadline is March 31. The application can be downloaded from the Discovery Center’s website, www.starhop.com and may be mailed to
or dropped off at the Discovery Center.
At Space Camp, young people engage in interactive science, technology, engineering and math experiences, with activities such as the Gravity Trainer, Manned Maneuvering Unit, Multi-Axis Trainer, and simulated space missions. The scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Alex Higgins, a young man from Bedford, NH who thoroughly enjoyed his experience at Space Camp, and is made possible by the generosity of the Higgins family and friends and the NH Charitable Foundation.
The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is recognized as one of the most comprehensive U.S. manned space flight hardware museums in the world.
The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center in Concord is a lively science center, featuring 21st century interactive exhibits on aviation, astronomy, Earth and space sciences, a state-of-the-art planetarium and a variety of science and engineering programs. The engaging, robust educational programs are geared towards families, teens, seniors, students, community groups, and lifelong learners. The Discovery Center includes facilities for conferences and special events, and a NASA Educator Resource Center. www.starhop.comLast Updated on Thursday, 21 March 2013 18:29
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NH College Student Leaders Eligible for $5000 Scholarship
CONCORD – The NHHEAF Network Organizations has released the College Equals Opportunity (CEO) Scholarship application for 2013. Since its inception in 2005, the CEO Scholarship program has recognized 43 NH college student leaders, totaling $215,000 in scholarship dollars.
The scholarship program, launched by The NHHEAF Network Organizations to recognize the importance and value mentors have in shaping the aspirations of students, relies on the support from successful business leaders throughout the State. The leaders offer advice to students about the vital role higher education played in their success and the importance of pursuing dreams and serving the community. Each year the program picks outstanding college juniors and seniors that have demonstrated these qualities throughout their educational career to receive a $5,000 scholarship.
Eligible college students must be New Hampshire residents entering their junior or senior year (in-state or out of state) in the fall of 2013. Scholarships will be awarded to deserving students who demonstrate leadership abilities, an understanding of the value of higher education and financial need.
Interested students can visit www.nhceo.biz to complete the scholarship application and learn more. For questions, contact
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or call the Organizations at 800.525.2577 x442.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 March 2013 19:02
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Financial aid workshop planned
BERLIN - The Berlin High School Guidance Department will be hosting a workshop for parents of college bound seniors who have applied for financial aid on Thursday, March 28, 6:30 p.m. in the library of Berlin High School.
Ken Proulx from the N.H. Higher Education Assistance Foundation (NHHEAF) will explain how to read financial aid award letters that colleges send out. Even if you have not yet received a financial aid award letter, this workshop will be helpful. Students and parents are encourage to attend.
Ken Proulx from the N.H. Higher Education Assistance Foundation (NHHEAF) will explain how to read financial aid award letters that colleges send out. Even if you have not yet received a financial aid award letter, this workshop will be helpful. Students and parents are encourage to attend.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 March 2013 19:20
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Ed Fenn kindergarten registration appointment starting next week
GORHAM - Kindergarten registration will take place at the Edward Fenn Elementary School in Gorham on Friday, May 10, for children who will be eligible for kindergarten in September 2013. A child must be five years of age by Sept. 30 to be eligible for the fall term.
If you have a child eligible for kindergarten and reside in the towns of Gorham, Randolph or Shelburne, please call the school office. To schedule an appointment call 466-3334 between 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.
Parents are asked to bring their child's immunization records, which should be up-to-date per state of New Hampshire requirements and any record of a physical examination within the last year.
Also needed are the child's birth certificate, social security card and a recent photograph of your child.
If you have a child eligible for kindergarten and reside in the towns of Gorham, Randolph or Shelburne, please call the school office. To schedule an appointment call 466-3334 between 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.
Parents are asked to bring their child's immunization records, which should be up-to-date per state of New Hampshire requirements and any record of a physical examination within the last year.
Also needed are the child's birth certificate, social security card and a recent photograph of your child.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 17 April 2013 13:36
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