The College Board has launched a new scholarship program with $5 million of scholarships each year, beginning with the class of 2020.
The College Board Opportunity Scholarships program is open to all class of 2020 students in the United States, Puerto Rico and the US territories. Students in the class of 2021 will be eligible next year.
For more information, please see the official website: https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/
Do you know a girl who is eager to travel, to have amazing adventures all across our country or even the world?
Our Council and Girl Scouts can help her get there! Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate travel adventure for girls 11-years-old and older. Girls apply individually for trips sponsored by Girl Scout Councils or Girl Scouts of the USA to join Girl Scouts from around the world in the trip of a lifetime.
Visit the Girl Scout Destinations website for more information and application deadlines.
Not ready for this huge step this year or you missed the deadlines? No problem! Take a look at the types of trips available. And start planning for next year!
The Congressional Award is the United States Congress’ award for young Americans. It is non-partisan, voluntary, and non-competitive. The program is open to all youth regardless of ability, circumstance, or socioeconomic status. Participants earn Bronze, Silver, and Gold Certificates and Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medals. Each level involves setting goals in four program areas; Voluntary Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration. Earning the Award is a fun and interesting way to get more involved in something you already enjoy or something you’d like to try for the first time. You move at your own pace, on your own or with your friends. This is not an award for past accomplishments. Instead, you are honored for achieving your own challenging goals.
The Congressional Award has no minimum grade point average requirements. It accommodates young people with special needs or disabilities who are willing to take the challenge.
The minimum age to register for the program is 13.5 years and the program ends at 24 years – giving girls all of High School and college to reach their goals and earn a prestigious award!
Every year, the California Coastal Commission has an Art and Poetry Contest. All students, K-12 are welcome to enter this fun contest that celebrates our amazing coasts and ocean.
Deadline: January 30, 2025
This fun Simi Valley Recreation & Park District event is fun for the whole family!
Click here for more information.
Date: November 5, 2024
Time: 10 AM – 3 PM
Where: Rancho Madera Community Park, 556 Lake Park Drive
The Teen Advisory Group, or TAG, is a group of Simi Valley Teens who are interested in shaping the direction of Simi Valley Public Library’s teen services and programs by making their voices heard. TAG is a great opportunity for teen patrons to get involved at their library. Members work closely with the Teen Services Librarian to do the following:
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The Youth Council provides an opportunity for young people in our community to learn about and participate in our City government. All Simi Valley residents who will be in the 7th through 12th grades during the next school year are eligible to apply. Applications are due in April for one-year terms of office, with meetings beginning in mid August.
The Simi Valley Youth Council is comprised of 21 middle school and high school youth and three alternates who serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council on teen related issues. Youth Council members conduct special projects, coordinate events, and advise the City Council on the needs and concerns of the City’s teens. Each year the Youth Council hosts a Youth Summit that is designed to encourage youth to contribute to their community. Youth Council representatives provide monthly activity reports at the City Council meetings.
Click here for more information about this great way to help our city.
The waterways in Simi Valley flow out to the ocean, taking any trash that is in them out to the sea. This great community event takes place every towards the end of each September. Sign up to help at this year’s event to help keep trash out of our arroyos and out of the ocean!
Date: September 21, 2024
Time: 9:00 am to noon
Where: A location here in Simi Valley
Visit www.vccoastcleanup.org to find out more and to register for this event.