2021-2022 AMP happeningsWeekly updates of the important events and happenings in the Agriscience Magnet Program.
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Howdy AMP families and students, The following are important events and happenings for the week of October 4th. Upcoming Events
Congratulations to the AMP Livestock Expo Exhibitors On Saturday, October 2nd, the 2021 AMP Livestock Expo was held in the AMP Arena. Students participating in the Expo exhibited market rabbits, market lambs, market goats and market swine. Click HERE for a list of the champion exhibitors. A HUGE thank you to this year's trophy belt buckle sponsors:
2021-2022 James Madison FFA Dues One of the expectations for every AMP student is to be an active participant in the AMP. Active participation can be achieved by becoming a member of the James Madison FFA (the student leadership organization for AMP students) and participating in any of the literally 100+ FFA activities that will be offered this school year. FFA dues are $20.00 for the entire school year and can be paid (cash or check) in the AMP Administration office. With membership in the FFA, AMP students will have access to outstanding leadership and career development opportunities, supervised agricultural experiences, degrees, awards, and scholarships. FFA members will also receive a James Madison FFA commemorative t-shirt which will be available in October. October James Madison FFA Chapter Meeting All AMP students are invited to attend the October chapter meeting of the James Madison FFA this Thursday, October 7th at 4:45pm in the AMP Commons. The FFA Chapter officers have a great meeting planned are excited to have all AMP students join them. October James Madison FFA Booster Club Meeting
The next monthly meeting of the FFA Booster Club will be Thursday, October 7th at 6:30pm in the AMP Commons. All parents/guardians of AMP students are encouraged to join us for the Booster Club meeting. SAE Grant Programs are Now Available Two opportunities are now available for AMP students to submit applications to compete for SAE grants. National FFA Association SAE Grant Program Deadline: November 15, 2021 The National FFA Association has opened the application window for the 2021 Supervised Agriculture Experience (SAE) Grant Program from now until November 15, 2021. This year, the National FFA has 387 grants to award. In 2020, almost 50% of applicants who completed the application process received a grant. Access the application through the Application Center on FFA.org. For more information, click the following links: SAE Grant Flier and SAE Grant Descriptions. James Madison FFA Booster Club SAE Grant Program Deadline: November 1, 2021 The James Madison FFA Booster Club is pleased to announce that the 2021 SAE Grant Program is now available for James Madison FFA members to make application for funding. The purpose of the SAE Grant program is to provide FFA members with an opportunity to establish, improve, and/or maintain their SAE program through financial assistance. The James Madison FFA Booster Club is responsible for reviewing, awarding and administering the SAE Grant program. The FFA Booster Club will determine the final amount of funds awarded to a James Madison FFA member not to exceed $500 per awarded grant. The application period for the 2021-2022 school year is now through November 1, 2021. For more information and qualifications and to download an application, please visit the following page on the AMP website: http://agrisciencemagnetprogram.weebly.com/sae-grant-fund.html AMP Commons Available During Lunch Periods This week the AMP Commons will become available for AMP students to utilize during their lunch period to eat their lunch or as a study hall. AMP students are asked to complete the online permission request form at: https://forms.gle/4s7P6DdpfHNzcDDa8. This is a privilege for the AMP students to have access to this space and the following policies must be followed:
LAST CALL - JM FFA Booster Club Online Merchandise Store Now Available The James Madison FFA Booster Club has created an online merchandise store with an initial offering of t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, duffel bags, and folding chairs. The online store will be accepting orders through the week of October 4th, at which time orders will be finalized with the merchant, produced, and then all items will be shipped to the Booster Club for distribution. The online merchandise store can be accessed at: https://www.companycasuals.com/jamesmadison/start.jsp. Guidance and Counseling News 2022-2023 NEISD Magnet Common Application Available October 1, 2021 The NEISD Magnet Common Application for the 2022-2023 school year is now available for interested 8th graders to apply for the Agriscience Magnet Program (AMP). Applications may be submitted until February 7, 2022. Go to https://agrisciencemagnetprogram.weebly.com/amp-application-process.html for more information. ASVAB Exam October 5, 2021 The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Exam will be administered at James Madison HS on Tuesday, October 5th at 9:00AM in the computer lab located in C20. This opportunity is available to 10th through 12th grade students. Students can register in the counseling office by seeing Mrs. Avalos, Counseling Clerk, or by completing the following Google form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJPpJEsdnkyTLXqVXaQPj2zs9NldO9835XPuf6bJvbODCwqQ/viewform If students are interested in learning more about the ASVAB, they can visit www.asvabprogram.com. Also, this is a great study resource: ASVAB Practice Tests | Hundreds of Free ASVAB Questions. Please see Mrs. Myers, CCMR Specialist, in the counseling office for more information about the ASVAB or contact her via email at [email protected]. Upcoming Virtual College Visits October 5th at 3:30PM - University of the Incarnate Word: Register Here October 12th at 3:30PM - Texas State University: Register Here Scholarship Opportunities Bexar County Scholarship Clearing House Deadline: November 1, 2021 by 4:00PM Several scholarships are available to high school seniors residing in Bexar County. Scholarship instructions, application, and scholarship packet with individual scholarship criteria/eligibility are attached. Coca Cola Scholars Program Deadline October 31, 2021 The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the 33rd class in 2021, the Foundation has provided over 6,450 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $75 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship. Texas PTA Scholarship Deadline: November 15, 2021 Texas PTA offers $1000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors in Texas who will be enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university or a technical institute for the summer, fall, and/or spring terms immediately following applicant’s high school graduation. Stay 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 2021-2022 school year. Comments are closed.
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