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 September 27th. Upcoming Events
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:
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. AMP Students - We need your t-shirt size! Please submit your t-shirt size using the following link: https://tinyurl.com/3ztm4c5z 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. North East Ag Fair Sponsorship Committee The North East Ag Fair Sponsorship Committee is looking for individuals to join us as we begin searching for sponsorships for the 2022 North East Ag Fair. Last year, we helped secure $20,000 worth of donations that went directly back to our students. We would love to grow that number, but need more volunteers to help us out. We meet briefly monthly between October and December to touch base. Outside of the meetings, we call/visit local businesses to find and secure sponsorships. To volunteer to serve on this impactful committee, click on the following link: https://tinyurl.com/NEAgFairSponsorshipCommittee. If you need more information, you may contact the chairpersons for this committee who are Heather Gafke ([email protected]) and Katina Wright ([email protected]). Business and Family Sponsorship Opportunities
LDE/CDE Opportunities for Students Leadership Development Events (LDE) and Career Development Events (CDE) are excellent opportunities for students to engage in competitive contests through the FFA. The team selection process is now occurring, so interested students need to make contact with the specific teachers listed below if interested in competing.
Guide Dog Raiser Information Meeting - September 28, 2021 There will be a mandatory meeting for students and their parents/guardians for any AMP student interested in becoming a raiser for our Guide Dog program that is not currently undergoing the acceptance process. This meeting is mandatory for both the student and a parent/guardian to attend in order to be considered for this opportunity. The meeting will be held on September 28th at 6:00PM in the AMP Arena. Ag Engineering Open Shop Hours Students that are interested in Ag Engineering and wanting to learn how to weld and work with equipment can attend the Ag Engineering Open Shop available every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 4:30PM to 7:00PM in the Ag Engineering Lab. 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. Virtual Financial Aid Family Night September 28, 2021 Please join our CCMR Specialist, Mrs. Myers, SAEP Advisor, Mr. Medina, and Family Specialist, Mrs. Lara, on Tuesday, September 28th from 6:00-7:00PM for the Virtual Financial Aid Family Night. They will discuss FAFSA, TASFA, Scholarships, College Applications and more. Families can use the following link to register for the event: Register Here-Virtual Financial Aid Family Night An email will be sent on September 27th with the Zoom meeting information to all who register. 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 September 28th at 3:30PM - University of Houston: Register Here September 30th at 10:30AM - Texas A&M College Station: Register Here October 1st at 12:30PM - UT Austin: Register Here 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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