Summer Opportunities Are Everywhere!!

Attention Ladies! The 2009 Young Woman’s Political Leadership Retreat, July 15-19, at American University, Washington D.C., is open to high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. The program is FREE and travel scholarships are available! Even if you don’t think you are interested in politics, check it out and apply at www.runningstartonline.org/leadership-program/index.php . HURRY! The application deadline is Monday, Feb. 16th!

Attention Sophomores & Juniors!
Looking for an adventure next summer? There are all kinds of summer opportunities to further your education and explore different fields of interest – Oxford (England) Advanced Studies Program, USC Summer Seminar, The Naval Academy Summer Seminar and the CDC Disease Detective Camp, just to name a few. Go online to look up these opportunities!

Attention Seniors!
The Local Scholarship Application and list of available scholarships is now on the Ranchview website. Follow the instructions for completing the Local Scholarship Application and turn your completed application in to Mrs. Thompson no later than 2:30 pm on Friday, February 27. Remember, NO late applications will be accepted!

Tips: Its never too early to plan for college!

For parents
Financial aid options: As college gets closer, so does the reality of paying for it. There are many financing options available. Remember that completing the FAFSA (available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov) is always the first step in securing financial assistance.