2021-2022 AMP happeningsWeekly updates of the important events and happenings in the Agriscience Magnet Program.
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 The faculty and staff of the NEISD Agriscience Magnet Program want to say we are deeply thankful for the opportunity to work with your students and we extend to you our best wishes. May you enjoy a bountiful Thanksgiving! The North East ISD will be closed the week of November 25th. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2nd. Howdy AMP families and students, The following are important events and happenings for the week of November 25th. Upcoming Events
Area 7 FFA Leadership Development Events Results On Wednesday, November 20th, the AMP competed in the Area 7 FFA Leadership Development Events (LDEs) in Blanco, TX. The results are as follows:
Congratulations to the following teams that have qualified for the State FFA contest on Friday, December 6th and Saturday, December 7th at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX:
FFA Fun Night and Talent Contest - December 5th Do you have talent? Do you like to entertain audiences? If so, we have a contest for you! The James Madison FFA is having a talent contest on Thursday, December 5th beginning at 6:00pm in the AMP Commons. Pick up an entry form from the AMP Administration office and return it by 4:30pm on Wednesday, December 5th to enter the talent contest. Following the talent contest, the fun will continue with a movie night and ornament decorating. All AMP students are invited to attend. FFA Greenhand Degree Ceremony - December 9th AMP students receiving their Greenhand FFA Degree will be recognized at a ceremony on Monday, December 9th at 6:30pm in conjunction with the FFA Booster Club General Meeting. Following the ceremony, there will be a reception for the students and their parents. December FFA Booster Club General Meeting The next monthly meeting of the FFA Booster Club will be Monday, December 9th at 6:30pm in the AMP Commons. All parents/guardians of AMP students are encouraged to attend the Booster Club meeting. Are you Ready to Rodeo? The James Madison FFA Booster Club will again partner with the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo to sell rodeo programs at the 2020 rodeo performances. This is a major fundraiser of the FFA Booster Club and both parent and student volunteers are needed in order for this to be successful. Rodeo program sales will be the first 6 rodeo performances and the time commitment for volunteers is 2-1/2 hours at each rodeo performance. A minimum of 24 volunteers are needed, but we welcome more! To volunteer, go to the following website: https://tinyurl.com/2020SArodeoprogramsales. The rodeo performances are as follows:
A volunteer training meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 4th at 6:30pm in the AMP Commons. AMP Application Period for 2020-2021 School Year is Now Open for Current 8th Graders The AMP application period for the 2020-2021 school year is open until January 27, 2020 for current 8th graders. If you have an 8th grader or know of an 8th grader that is interested in studying at the AMP next school year, they may begin the application by going to https://tinyurl.com/AMPenrollmentprocess. Guidance and Counseling News 1st Semester Exam Exemption Policy The semester exam exemption application process will take place through Student Skyward Access this year. Students can complete the online application process between 6:00am on Tuesday, December 10th through 11:59pm on Wednesday, December 11th. Any student that does not apply by the deadline will not be eligible for an exemption. Attached to this post are the eligibility requirements for exam exemptions and instructions on how to apply. Have You Been Accepted? Seniors, if you have been accepted to a college or university, please bring a copy of your acceptance letter to the AMP Administration office so that we can recognize your accomplishment on our "Con-GRAD-ulations" bulletin board. Veterinary Enrichment Summer Camp at Texas A&M University Application Period: December 1, 2019 - January 17, 2020 Texas A&M is happy to announce that planning for the 2020 Texas A&M University Veterinary Enrichment Camp is underway. The 2020 camp will be held July 21-24, on the College Station campus. If you are a current sophomore or junior in high school who might be interested, please take advantage of this opportunity. The online application will open on December 1st and the deadline to apply is Friday, January 17 at 5:00pm. For more information, including costs, description, and application requirements, please visit the Vet Camp website HERE. Internship Opportunities CPS Energy Internship Program Finding a rewarding career doesn’t happen overnight. It takes hard work, dedication and an excellent Company that gives you opportunities to excel and grow professionally. CPS Energy has provided its 3,200 team members with outstanding opportunities to serve our community and build rewarding careers. Many took their first step into a career through a CPS Energy internship. If you’re looking for a chance to start your journey toward a rewarding career in the utility industry, take your first step today! Check out our various internship opportunities and consider applying for the upcoming summer. Internship Opportunities: SAFE Internships Corporate College Internships SITE – Distribution Services and Operations Internships SITE – Students Interested in Technical Education (SITE) Scholarship Opportunities National FFA Scholarship Application Deadline: January 15, 2020 The online application for the National FFA Scholarship is currently open until January 15, 2020. These National FFA scholarships are sponsored by businesses and individuals through the National FFA Foundation and are given for a variety of experiences, career goals and higher education plans. In order for students to complete the online application, they must see Mr. Anderson prior to beginning the application to receive their unique FFA Member ID. Science Ambassador Scholarship Deadline: December 9, 2019 The Science Ambassador Scholarship is a full–tuition scholarship for a woman in science, technology, engineering, or math. Eligibility:
To apply, film a three–minute video of yourself explaining a STEM topic you're passionate about. You must be a high school senior or an undergraduate college student to apply. To view examples of previous applications, check out our winners page. Your video should be:
An advisory board of women who hold higher degrees and work in a broad range of STEM fields will review applications and select finalists. Finalists will be notified in early 2020 and will move onto the next round to submit additional materials. A winner will be announced in April 2020. Get connected with us! Find us online at www.JamesMadisonFFA.com or follow us on Youtube (Agriscience Magnet Program), Facebook (www.facebook.com/MadisonFFA), and on Instagram (www.instagram.com/jamesmadisonffa) Stay connected with the AMP for the 2019-2020 school year! 
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