Opportunities

Student Programs/Opportunities/Contest:Updated:3/2/2020


High School Journalism Institute at Indiana University

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If you're looking for a career in journalism, this program is a great option for high school students in any grade. Students participate in five-day workshops on all things journalism, learnings how to examine the media and develope the skills necessary for college courses. Although credit is not offered, the program is an effective way to introduce yourself to college-level academics. The workshops give students hands-on experience and offer instruction on how to do school projects and write for school publications. Cost: Workshops are $425 for a five-day session. That includes tuition, housing and a $50 meal card, as well as most supplies. If students want to commute, it's $285 (no meal card). They also offer a three-day mini-workshop for Sportscasting, which costs $285 per session. 2020

Due: June 15, 2020

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FBI Teen Academy

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Academy Date: May 30th/p>

Due: March 20, 2020

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Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program

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Free 7-week introductory computer science program for 10th-11th grade girls going into their junior or senior year of high school. During the 7-week program, participents learn about computer science, gain exposure to tech jobs, and join sisterhood of girls who are using computer science to become change-makers. Early admittents ending 2/14/2020, regular ending 3/15/2020.

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National Outdoor Leadership School

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Various outdoor education and leadership programs; based in Lander, WY but with global opportunities.

Due: Depends on the program

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Powder River Energy Corporation Groundman Internship

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Cover letter, resume, liability waiver (see CCHS Counseling Center for waiver). $13.50/Hr Application ends 3/11/2020

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Project Yellow Light Video Contest

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Project Yellow Light is a scholarship competition designed to bring about change. People know texting and driving is dangerous, but they do it anyway. As an applicant you have one clear mission: create a PSA to encourage your friends to avoid distracted driving, specifically texting while driving. Together, we can spread the message that texting and driving is unacceptable for all of us. No one is special enough to text and drive. Competing in this contest gives you the chance to win $8,000.

Due: April, 2020

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Project Yellow Light Billboard Contest

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Project Yellow Light is a scholarship competition designed to bring about change. People know texting and driving is dangerous, but they do it anyway. As an applicant you have one clear mission: create a PSA to encourage your friends to avoid distracted driving, specifically texting while driving. Together, we can spread the message that texting and driving is unacceptable for all of us. No one is special enough to text and drive. Competing in this contest gives you the chance to win $2,000.

Due: April 1, 2020

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Schwanke Honors Institute

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June 14-16, 2020 - University of Montana - Grades 10-12 - College Credit, Campus stay

Due: April 30, 2020

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Summer Leadership Camp at University of Wyoming

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July 13-17, 2020 - Submit all registration material to the CChs Counseling Center

Due: May 8, 2020

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USMC Summer Leadership Development

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This program is similar to the SFAAP. Students are chosen from a wide variety of backgrounds and invited to attend a week-long academy held in Quantico, Virginia. They will hear from notable leaders from around the country such as entrepreneurs, Holocaust survivors, and Marine Corps Leaders. Physical fitness will also be emphasized through physical training and scenario based reaction courses. The goal of this program is to return students back to their communities more confident, selfless, and better equipped to improve the lives of those around them.

a. Have completed their sophomore year in high school and be 16-18 years of age by the program start date (July 2020)

Strong academics, minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent

c. Have participate in athletic, leadership, and service-oriented activities

d. Perform well on the Initial Strength Test (physical fitness test which includes pullups/pushups, 1.5 mile run, and crunches)

e. Possess leadership traits

f. Possess strong moral and ethical standards

Due: April 1, 2020

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Wyoming Boys State

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Delegates will compete for a variety of scholarships and may earn college credits for completion of the program. Two Wyoming delegates will have the opportunity to attend the Boys' Nation program, in Washington, D.C. The Cost of attendance at Wyoming Boys' State is $300 and may be sponsored by local American Legion Posts of private sponsors.

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WWAMI Healthcare Careers Summer Camp

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Cost: $150 Dates: July 12-17 Who: rising Juniors & Seniors interested in healthcare careers. Application ends 5/1/2020

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JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest

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Top Prize: $10,000

Due: January 17, 2020

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Impact Youth Mentorship

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Tech Battle Day Gillette College February 14th Registration opens January 6 2020

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University of Wyoming Pharmacy Department

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University of Wyoming Service Academy Day

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University of Wyoming Energy Summer Institute

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For the classes of '21 and '22 UW is having a summer institute from July 12 to July 17, 2020.

Begin registering on November 1, 2019. Registration cost $300.

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Admiral Beverage Tuition Reimbursement (For Employees)

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Thiel Fellowship

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    $100,000
    Some Thiel Fellows are programmers, but others have started nonprofits, created consumer products, launched media companies, and built hardware. We look to support young people who want to bring their ideas to the world.

Youth Conservation Corps

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    Yellowstone National Park Service Youth Program - 1 month in YNP, paid, Session 1: June 7-July 8/ Session 2:July 12-August 12

Caminos al Futuro

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Schwanke Honors Institute

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National Outdoor Leadership School

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National Student Leadership Conferemce

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Jobs


Dominos

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    Apply at 403 W. Lakeway Rd.

    Ice Cream Cafe

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      Weekends and Weeknights
      Pick up application at 202 S. Gillette Avenue

    QDOBA

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      Apply in store at 2711 S Douglas Hwy
      All shifts available

    Nelson Brothers

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      Call Andrew at (307)687-0781
      Offers on the job training and assistance to earn your Wyoming certification to detonate explosives at the local mines.
      Must earn high school diploma before employment.