Fall 2016 Apply to S-About S-PREP at Columbia University by 9/22! Questions? See Ms. Ossorio in the CAR ASAhumanlyP!

About S-PREP at Columbia University

The State Pre-College Enrichment Program (S-PREP) is an academic enrichment program designed for students who are seriously interested in pursuing a career in medicine or related STEM professions. The long-range objective of the program is to increase the number of minority in healthcare and STEM fields. The program offers enrichment courses geared towards preparing students for success in math and science. The courses may include, but are not limited to the following: Anatomy, Biochemistry, Embryology, Chemistry, Genetics, Neuroscience, Organic Chemistry, Physics, Physiology, Algebra, Geometry, Pre-calculus, and Calculus. In addition, the program offers PSAT and SAT preparation courses provided by Kaplan.

S-PREP consists of two sessions (Summer and Academic Year). Classes are held from Mondays through Fridays in the Summer. While classes are held on Saturdays during the Academic Year, in the Roy and Diana Vagelos Education Center (104 Haven Ave), both morning and afternoon sessions. In addition to the rigorous academic schedule, the program offers mandatory college preparation and career development workshops, college counseling services, field trips and college tours.

Students admitted to SPREP are eligible to apply for a summer research program for high school students run by the Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute. The BRAINYAC program (Brain Research Apprenticeships In New York At Columbia) admits students with a stated interest in biomedical and specifically neuroscience research who can commit to Saturday afternoon classes starting in January and the four-week summer term (July-August). Starting in January, BRAINYAC students learn basic neuroscience concepts and laboratory skills that will prepare them for their four-week mentored research experience in a CUMC neuroscience lab during the summer. Students receive a stipend for their participation in the program. Admitted SPREP students will receive more information in October about the BRAINYAC program and how to apply.

Are you a WHEELS student with 

a) a serious interest in the field of medicine/STEM 

b) have an 80% average in math/science classes 

c) can commit to a program like this, the deadline for the S-Prep Program at Columbia University has been extended to 9/22.  

Details here-->>http://ps.columbia.edu/education/node/1996

FALL 2016 The High School Law Institute (HSLI) is a free program sponsored by NYU School of Law and Columbia Law School. APPLY NOW!

The High School Law Institute (HSLI)  is a free program sponsored by NYU School of Law and Columbia Law School.  HSLI provides students with a unique opportunity to learn the basics of criminal law, constitutional law, and participate in a mock trial competition.  This enrichment program will not only help students gain a better understanding of the American legal system, but it will also be a great resume-builder.  In addition, HSLI will host valuable events throughout the year, such as College Day, where students can learn more the college admissions process and speak with representatives from nationwide schools.

Classes are held from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturdays, and are taught by trained NYU and Columbia law students. Students can choose to take classes at the NYU or Columbia campus.  Please see the link to the application:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSellUWYntbZ3jvvSlRNY6-zkxUCIUB8ICrHzHdu3PZlzDv2PA/viewform

FALL 2016 SUNY COLLEGE FAIRS in The Heights, y'all... Late September 2016. REGISTER NOW!

https://www.suny.edu/attend/events/event_detail.cfm?eid=169&etyp=STUDENTEVENTS&mindt=2016-09-19%2000:00:00.0&maxdt=2016-09-25%2000:00:00.0&etypid=1

FALL 2016 The 2016-2017 LEDA application is now open!

The 2016-2017 LEDA application is now open!

If you know any high school juniors who have the potential to be LEDA Scholars, they can start their applications at ledascholars.org/application.

Learn more about the LEDA Scholars Program and our eligibility criteria by visiting our website and downloading our flyer and brochure.

Please contact recruitment@ledascholars.org if you or your students have any questions.

The deadline is December 12, 2016. We look forward to reviewing their submissions!

Questions?  Stop by the CAR!

FALL 2016 NYC PARTICIPATORY BUDGET MEETINGS UPTOWN! Tuesday, September 20, 2016 Tuesday Sept 20 at 6PM at the Fort Washington Library (535 W 179th St, New York, NY 10033)

NYC PARTICIPATORY BUDGET MEETINGS UPTOWN!  

Tuesday, September 20, 2016  

It's that time again!  

Our Councilmember has $1,000,000 set aside for the community to decide how to spend. Click this link and make suggestions on the map, or attend the next assembly.

Tuesday Sept 20 at 6PM at the Fort Washington Library (535 W 179th St, New York, NY 10033)

http://labs.council.nyc/district-10/pb/6/

Questions?  Email our WHEELS Family Association President: pres.wheels@gmail.com

FALL 2016 FIND EXTRACURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES ALL IN ONE PLACE!

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Check out the programs that interest you. Click the Apply Now* button when you’ve found your match.

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FALL 2016 The last Discovery Day event of the year will invite hundreds of people to explore normally closed sections of the Freshkills Park project, and volunteers are a vital part of making this event happen. SEPTEMBER 18 2016

http://freshkillspark.org/volunteer

The last Discovery Day event of the year will invite hundreds of people to explore normally closed sections of the Freshkills Park project, and volunteers are a vital part of making this event happen. Whether you have recently joined the Freshkills Park volunteer team or you have volunteered at Discovery Days in the past, we would love to have you there as part of the team. Volunteering at Discovery Day offers behind-the-scenes access to an awesome park landscape, great activities, friendly people and a free t-shirt and lunch.

Let us know you’re coming! Register for one of the following volunteer shifts by clicking on the link below:

• Sunday, September 18th, 10am – 2pm
• Sunday, September 18th, 1pm – 5pm 

Additional details and instructions will be provided before the event. For questions, contactvolunteer@freshkillspark.org.