2017 National Youth Science Camp Competition Open

The 2017 National Youth Science Camp competition is open to Alaska students who will graduate by June 30, 2017. The camp is a free residential science education program. Scientists present lectures and hands-on science seminars, and interact informally with students. Also included are a visit to Washington, D.C. and overnight excursions into the Monongahela National Forest. See www.nysc.org. Submit application materials at http://apply.nysc.org. The application window closes on March 1. For more information in Alaska, contact Bjørn Wolter at bjorn.wolter@alaska.gov.

 

Reed College Deadlines

Reed College is getting ready to admit a new class of Reedies.

  • New Regular Decision Deadline – January 1 (instead of January 15).

  • Early decision deadlines remain November 15 and December 20.

  • New Application Option Alongside the Common Application: Reed now accepts the Coalition application. Adding this option offers students a choice in deciding how to best represent themselves in the application process. The Coalition platform also provides students with a portfolio of useful college planning tools.  Students will be given the same consideration for admission regardless of the option they choose. Learn more about why Reed is a Coalition School.

  • See a guide for taking a practical approach to visiting colleges. The article touches on topics like why students should visit colleges, what to think about before setting foot on a campus, and how to ask great questions of tour guides. Read the rest of the article. As always, please contact Reed College’s admission office with any questions you or your students have.

Steller Sends Two Students to the All-Northwest Honor Band

bellasebastien-nov-2016-1Steller Students, Isabelle “Bella” Libbrecht on flute and Sebastien Libbrecht on trumpet, have been accepted to the 2017 National Association for Music Education (NAfME) Northwest Division Honor Band.

It is an honor group for the high school students in the Pacific Northwest Region. “The auditions were very selective. Bella and Sebastien competed against the most talented students not only from Alaska but also from the states like Washington and Oregon,” said Mr. Toba, the band director. “The audition results for Bella and Sebastien are the true reflection of their commitment to excel in instrumental music. Bella and Sebastien will proudly represent the entire Steller Community. I am so proud of Bella and Sebastien.” The All-Northwest Band will rehearse in Bellevue, WA, from February 17 through 19, 2017. All-Northwest Instrumental Concert will be in Benaroya Hall, Seattle, WA, on February 19, 2017.

Also, don’t forget the All State Band and Orchestra will have a gala concert on Saturday, November 18 in the West High School Auditorium, at 6 p.m. Admission will be 10 dollars for adults, 5 dollars for students. Public is invited.