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 November 1st. Upcoming Events
National FFA Champions! Last week, eight FFA members traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana to attend the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo and represent the state of Texas to compete for national championship titles in the Agricultural Communications and the Nursery / Landscape events. Both teams bested all of the competition in their respective contests and were named National FFA Champions on the big stage at Lucas Oil Stadium on Friday, October 29th! Huge congratulations to the following members and their coaches Mr. Anderson and Mrs. Dalton:
Check out our James Madison FFA Facebook page for photos and videos from our trip to the National FFA Convention & Expo. 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. 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 Annual James Madison FFA Chili Cook-off The 2021 James Madison FFA Chili Cook-Off will be held in conjunction with the monthly meeting for the James Madison FFA Booster Club on Thursday, November 4th. We will have an adult and student divisions to the cook-off. So FFA members and their parents/guardians are both encouraged to participate by entering their favorite chili recipe to compete for the title of "Chili Cook-Off Champion"! Students and adults can submit their Chili Cook-Off entry online by going to: http://agrisciencemagnetprogram.weebly.com/chili-cook-off.html. There is no cost to enter, so go ahead and click that link to earn your bragging rights! Contestants may check-in and set up their chili cook-off entries from 4:30pm to 5:30pm on Thursday, November 4th in the AMP Commons. Chili must be ready for judging and serving by 6:00pm. Click the link above for more details, rules and entry forms. FFA Dodgeball Tournament - November 4th The next chapter FFA meeting for students of the AMP will happen on Thursday, November 4th at 4:30PM in the AMP Arena. This month's chapter FFA meeting will feature America's favorite past time, Dodgeball! Entry forms for the Dodgeball tournament are available in the AMP Administration Office and the deadline to enter is Tuesday, November 2nd. The FFA Dodgeball Tournament will be supporting the San Antonio Food Bank as a community service project for the month of November. United States Service Academy Nomination Application The United States Service Academy Nomination Application Submission Deadline for the Texas 20th Congressional District is on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 6:00pm Central Standard Time. The academies are considered among the country’s most prestigious institutions, and gaining admission is rigorous and competitive. Students are required to apply to the academy of their choice directly and pass a general fitness and medical exam. However, before the application process is complete, each student must acquire a congressional nomination. Attached to the blog is a copy of the Service Academy Nomination Application for cadets entering Fall 2022. You may submit your completed application packet by mail along with official academic transcripts and standardized test scores to my San Antonio District Office located at 727 E. Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard, Suite B-128, San Antonio, Texas 78206. Applicants are encouraged to have a broad academic background, the ability to pass a physical aptitude test, and be of strong moral character. An applicant must be a U.S. citizen, a high school graduate between the ages of 17 and 23, unmarried, and have no dependents. Acceptance of a service academy appointment requires at least a nine-year service obligation, consisting of four years at an academy and five years of active duty service. If you have any questions, please contact Austin Martinez of the District Office staff. He may be reached at (210) 348-8216 or by email at [email protected]. Community Service Opportunity The San Antonio Foundation for Equine Education (SAFEE) is a 501(c)(3) that helps people who want equine experiences but do not have access to horses. Currently, they are sponsoring a polo team with students from several local high schools, providing inner-city students with field trips, and are sponsoring an equestrian team from Trinity University. SAFEE is in need of student volunteers for horse shows that they are hosting on December 4, 2021, January 29, 2022, and March 5, 2022. Students are welcome to work one or both shifts for these events – 8:00AM to 11:30AM and/or 11:30AM to 3:00PM To volunteer, students should contact Julie Hamilton directly via email at [email protected] or by text/phone at (210) 827-4977. Please reference SAFEE Horse Shows and that you are student in the Agriscience Magnet Program. Guidance and Counseling News Extended After Hours Virtual Tutoring NEISD is providing extended after hours tutoring for high school students from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on Monday through Thursday. Tutoring is available in the following core courses: English I, II, III & IV, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, OnRamps Pre-Calculus, AP Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Click HERE to access the extended after hours virtual tutoring information and instructions. NEISD College Night The NEISD College Night will be held on Wednesday, November 17th at Blossom Athletic Center from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. College and University representatives from Texas and throughout the nation will have informational booths available to visit with prospective students. Also, Financial Aid sessions will be held the same evening to assist families with completing the FAFSA. Scholarship Opportunities GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Deadline: January 6, 2022 Honoring the legacy and character of our nation’s 40th President, the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program rewards college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education. Each year, the Program selects numerous recipients to receive a $10,000 scholarship renewable for up to an additional three years – up to $40,000 total per recipient. Awards are for undergraduate study and may be used for education-related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, and board. In addition, Scholars are invited to participate in a special awards program and receive ongoing leadership-development support. Sam J. Riklin Rotary Diploma Plus Program Deadline: January 24, 2022 The purpose of this program is to provide financial assistance to students who are at risk of not graduating from High School due to financial concerns or hardships. This is needs based and is not based on your academic performance. If you are selected, you will receive a $1,000 stipend during your senior year in high school. Qualifications 1) You must be classified as a junior during the 2021-2022 school year. 2) Attend a high school in Bexar County. Corn Producers / Corn Growers Scholarships Deadline: January 31, 2022 Students can apply to scholarships from both the Texas Corn Producers (TCP) and the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) with one application. You can find more details on TCP and NCGA scholarships, as well as access the application on their website at: https://texascorn.org/education/scholarships/ 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. Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship Deadline: November 15, 2021 Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Eligibility:
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. Howdy AMP families and students,
The following are important events and happenings for the week of October 25th. Upcoming Events
Mrs. Cooper Begins as the AMP Administrative Assistant The AMP welcomes Mrs. Norma Cooper as our new AMP Administrative Assistant. Mrs. Cooper formerly served in the James Madison High School Counseling Department as the Data Processor and Counseling Clerk before becoming the AMP Administrative Assistant. She also has experience as a teacher and Dean of Students for the Archdiocese of San Antonio. Mrs. Cooper can be contacted by phone at (210) 356-1517 or email at [email protected]. National FFA Convention & Expo This week, eight FFA members will be traveling to Indianapolis, Indiana to attend the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo from October 25th through October 30th. The James Madison FFA members will be representing the state of Texas as they compete for national championship titles in the Agricultural Communications and the Nursery / Landscape events. The National FFA Convention & Expo will be live streamed throughout the week and you can find the schedule by going to https://convention.ffa.org/. We wish the best of luck to the following members and their coaches Mr. Anderson and Mrs. Dalton:
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. 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 Annual James Madison FFA Chili Cook-off The 2021 James Madison FFA Chili Cook-Off will be held in conjunction with the monthly meeting for the James Madison FFA Booster Club on Thursday, November 4th. We will have an adult and student divisions to the cook-off. So FFA members and their parents/guardians are both encouraged to participate by entering their favorite chili recipe to compete for the title of "Chili Cook-Off Champion"! Students and adults can submit their Chili Cook-Off entry online by going to: http://agrisciencemagnetprogram.weebly.com/chili-cook-off.html. There is no cost to enter, so go ahead and click that link to earn your bragging rights! Contestants may check-in and set up their chili cook-off entries from 4:30pm to 5:30pm on Thursday, November 4th in the AMP Commons. Chili must be ready for judging and serving by 6:00pm. Click the link above for more details, rules and entry forms. FFA Dodgeball Tournament - November 4th The next chapter FFA meeting for students of the AMP will happen on Thursday, November 4th at 4:30PM in the AMP Arena. This month's chapter FFA meeting will feature America's favorite past time, Dodgeball! Entry forms for the Dodgeball tournament are available in the AMP Administration Office and the deadline to enter is Tuesday, November 2nd. The FFA Dodgeball Tournament will be supporting the San Antonio Food Bank as a community service project for the month of November. Major Livestock Show Entries Livestock Project Supervisors will be meeting with their respective livestock feeders over the next two weeks to share information about the major livestock shows and to assist students with completing livestock show entry forms. United States Service Academy Nomination Application The United States Service Academy Nomination Application Submission Deadline for the Texas 20th Congressional District is on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 6:00pm Central Standard Time. The academies are considered among the country’s most prestigious institutions, and gaining admission is rigorous and competitive. Students are required to apply to the academy of their choice directly and pass a general fitness and medical exam. However, before the application process is complete, each student must acquire a congressional nomination. Attached to the blog is a copy of the Service Academy Nomination Application for cadets entering Fall 2022. You may submit your completed application packet by mail along with official academic transcripts and standardized test scores to my San Antonio District Office located at 727 E. Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard, Suite B-128, San Antonio, Texas 78206. Applicants are encouraged to have a broad academic background, the ability to pass a physical aptitude test, and be of strong moral character. An applicant must be a U.S. citizen, a high school graduate between the ages of 17 and 23, unmarried, and have no dependents. Acceptance of a service academy appointment requires at least a nine-year service obligation, consisting of four years at an academy and five years of active duty service. If you have any questions, please contact Austin Martinez of the District Office staff. He may be reached at (210) 348-8216 or by email at [email protected]. Community Service Opportunity The San Antonio Foundation for Equine Education (SAFEE) is a 501(c)(3) that helps people who want equine experiences but do not have access to horses. Currently, they are sponsoring a polo team with students from several local high schools, providing inner-city students with field trips, and are sponsoring an equestrian team from Trinity University. SAFEE is in need of student volunteers for horse shows that they are hosting on December 4, 2021, January 29, 2022, and March 5, 2022. Students are welcome to work one or both shifts for these events – 8:00AM to 11:30AM and/or 11:30AM to 3:00PM To volunteer, students should contact Julie Hamilton directly via email at [email protected] or by text/phone at (210) 827-4977. Please reference SAFEE Horse Shows and that you are student in the Agriscience Magnet Program. 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. Extended After Hours Virtual Tutoring NEISD is providing extended after hours tutoring for high school students from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on Monday through Thursday. Tutoring is available in the following core courses: English I, II, III & IV, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, OnRamps Pre-Calculus, AP Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Click HERE to access the extended after hours virtual tutoring information and instructions. AP Exam Payment and Cancellation Attention AP Students and Parents: The AP Exam Payment window is now open. Students can access the "AP Exams Payment" link via their Skyward Student Access to either pay for their exams or cancel their exams. Either way, students should access this link so they may indicate their testing choice. Please note that payment cannot be made through a parent account. The link to pay will be live for families from October 7th through November 3rd for credit card payments. Cash will be accepted in the JMHS counseling office from October 7th through November 10th. AP Exams are not mandatory but highly recommended. The cost is $40 per exam (students receiving Free/Reduced lunch the cost is $20 per exam). If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Myers at [email protected]. NEISD College Night The NEISD College Night will be held on Wednesday, November 17th at Blossom Athletic Center from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. College and University representatives from Texas and throughout the nation will have informational booths available to visit with prospective students. Also, Financial Aid sessions will be held the same evening to assist families with completing the FAFSA. Scholarship Opportunities Corn Producers / Corn Growers Scholarships Deadline: January 31, 2022 Students can apply to scholarships from both the Texas Corn Producers (TCP) and the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) with one application. You can find more details on TCP and NCGA scholarships, as well as access the application on their website at: https://texascorn.org/education/scholarships/ 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. Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship Deadline: November 15, 2021 Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Eligibility:
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. Howdy AMP families and students, The following are important events and happenings for the week of October 18th. Upcoming Events
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. 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 Annual James Madison FFA Chili Cook-off The 2021 James Madison FFA Chili Cook-Off will be held in conjunction with the monthly meeting for the James Madison FFA Booster Club on Thursday, November 4th. We will have an adult and student divisions to the cook-off. So FFA members and their parents/guardians are both encouraged to participate by entering their favorite chili recipe to compete for the title of "Chili Cook-Off Champion"! Students and adults can submit their Chili Cook-Off entry online by going to: http://agrisciencemagnetprogram.weebly.com/chili-cook-off.html. There is no cost to enter, so go ahead and click that link to earn your bragging rights! Contestants may check-in and set up their chili cook-off entries from 4:30pm to 5:30pm on Thursday, November 4th in the AMP Commons. Chili must be ready for judging and serving by 6:00pm. Click the link above for more details, rules and entry forms. FFA Dodgeball Tournament - November 4th The next chapter FFA meeting for students of the AMP will happen on Thursday, November 4th at 4:45PM in the AMP Arena. This month's chapter FFA meeting will feature America's favorite past time, Dodgeball! Entry forms for the Dodgeball tournament are available in the AMP Administration Office and the deadline to enter is Tuesday, November 2nd. The FFA Dodgeball Tournament will be supporting the San Antonio Food Bank as a community service project for the month of November. United States Service Academy Nomination Application The United States Service Academy Nomination Application Submission Deadline for the Texas 20th Congressional District is on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 6:00pm Central Standard Time. The academies are considered among the country’s most prestigious institutions, and gaining admission is rigorous and competitive. Students are required to apply to the academy of their choice directly and pass a general fitness and medical exam. However, before the application process is complete, each student must acquire a congressional nomination. Attached to the blog is a copy of the Service Academy Nomination Application for cadets entering Fall 2022. You may submit your completed application packet by mail along with official academic transcripts and standardized test scores to my San Antonio District Office located at 727 E. Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard, Suite B-128, San Antonio, Texas 78206. Applicants are encouraged to have a broad academic background, the ability to pass a physical aptitude test, and be of strong moral character. An applicant must be a U.S. citizen, a high school graduate between the ages of 17 and 23, unmarried, and have no dependents. Acceptance of a service academy appointment requires at least a nine-year service obligation, consisting of four years at an academy and five years of active duty service. If you have any questions, please contact Austin Martinez of the District Office staff. He may be reached at (210) 348-8216 or by email at [email protected]. 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. Extended After Hours Virtual Tutoring NEISD is providing extended after hours tutoring for high school students from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on Monday through Thursday. Tutoring is available in the following core courses: English I, II, III & IV, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, OnRamps Pre-Calculus, AP Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Click HERE to access the extended after hours virtual tutoring information and instructions. AP Exam Payment and Cancellation Attention AP Students and Parents: The AP Exam Payment window is now open. Students can access the "AP Exams Payment" link via their Skyward Student Access to either pay for their exams or cancel their exams. Either way, students should access this link so they may indicate their testing choice. Please note that payment cannot be made through a parent account. The link to pay will be live for families from October 7th through November 3rd for credit card payments. Cash will be accepted in the JMHS counseling office from October 7th through November 10th. AP Exams are not mandatory but highly recommended. The cost is $40 per exam (students receiving Free/Reduced lunch the cost is $20 per exam). If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Myers at [email protected]. Please see the attached document for Skyward Payment Instructions NEISD College Night The NEISD College Night will be held on Wednesday, November 17th at Blossom Athletic Center from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. College and University representatives from Texas and throughout the nation will have informational booths available to visit with prospective students. Also, Financial Aid sessions will be held the same evening to assist families with completing the FAFSA. See the attached flier to this blog post for more details. 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. Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship Deadline: November 15, 2021 Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Eligibility:
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. 
Howdy AMP families and students, The following are important events and happenings for the week of October 11th. Upcoming Events
The AMP Welcomes Mr. Shawn Fuller as the AMP Farm Manager The AMP is excited to announce the hiring of Shawn Fuller to serve as the AMP Farm Manager. Mr. Fuller is not new to the AMP as he has served for many years as a volunteer and dedicated supporter of our program. He comes to the position of AMP Farm Manager with nearly four decades of experience in agriculture with emphasis in livestock production and management. Mr. Fuller can be contacted by phone at (210) 356-1415 or email at [email protected]. Distracted Drivers We have received a number of concerns in just the past week alone regarding students and parents texting while driving on the AMP Complex and narrowly causing an accident. All drivers (parents, guardians, students) are reminded that the speed limit on the AMP Complex is 10 MPH. Drivers should be attentive when driving in and around the livestock project centers for pedestrian traffic and should only park vehicles in appropriate parking areas. Also, please stay to the right of the circular roadway between the swine and goat project centers when entering and exiting the livestock project centers. 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. FFA Booster Club Opportunities - Saturday, October 16th On Saturday, October 16th, the AMP will host the Fall Challenge Goat & Lamb Prospect Show in the AMP Arena. With many other schools attending this full day event, we have even more opportunity to support the AMP and our student scholarship program through concession stand and merchandise sales. Please consider volunteering a couple of hours of your time to ensure this event is a success! Sign-Up Genius link for open concession stand or merchandise table volunteer slots. https://bit.ly/3uPnv2N Los Arcos has given us a great deal on tacos, and we will have Bush's chicken tender sandwiches and nachos for lunch in addition to the traditional concession stand staples. If you would like to assist with the cost of these items and let us do the shopping for the additional concession stand needs, you can donate through PayPal at: https://bit.ly/3k5zrcY If you would like to donate concession stand staples, we can use the following items: non-chocolate candy, sour candy, canned sodas, water bottles, and small bottles of Gatorade. Please bring them to the AMP Administration office by Friday, October 15th. 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 Annual James Madison FFA Chili Cook-off The 2021 James Madison FFA Chili Cook-Off will be held in conjunction with the monthly meeting for the James Madison FFA Booster Club on Thursday, November 4th. We will have an adult and student divisions to the cook-off. So FFA members and their parents/guardians are both encouraged to participate by entering their favorite chili recipe to compete for the title of "Chili Cook-Off Champion"! Students and adults can submit their Chili Cook-Off entry online by going to: http://agrisciencemagnetprogram.weebly.com/chili-cook-off.html. There is no cost to enter, so go ahead and click that link to earn your bragging rights! Contestants may check-in and set up their chili cook-off entries from 4:30pm to 5:30pm on Thursday, November 4th in the AMP Commons. Chili must be ready for judging and serving by 6:00pm. Click the link above for more details, rules and entry forms. 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. PSAT School Day Wednesday, October 13, 2021 Students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will be taking the PSAT during the school day on Wednesday, October 13th starting at 8:50AM. Seniors (12th graders) will have late arrival and should report to the Performing Arts Center (PAC) at 12:00 noon for attendance and Senior class presentations. Attention Seniors! FAFSA Family Help Session Thursday, October 14, 2021 Need help completing the FAFSA? Come join the college advisers in the JMHS Library on Thursday, October 14th from 4:00PM to 7:00PM for personal assistance in completing the application. They are there to help! Download the FAFSA Checklist of what to bring to complete the application. Extended After Hours Virtual Tutoring NEISD is providing extended after hours tutoring for high school students from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on Monday through Thursday. Tutoring is available in the following core courses: English I, II, III & IV, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, OnRamps Pre-Calculus, AP Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Click HERE to access the extended after hours virtual tutoring information and instructions. AP Exam Payment and Cancellation Attention AP Students and Parents: The AP Exam Payment window is now open. Students can access the "AP Exams Payment" link via their Skyward Student Access to either pay for their exams or cancel their exams. Either way, students should access this link so they may indicate their testing choice. Please note that payment cannot be made through a parent account. The link to pay will be live for families from October 7th through November 3rd for credit card payments. Cash will be accepted in the JMHS counseling office from October 7th through November 10th. AP Exams are not mandatory but highly recommended. The cost is $40 per exam (students receiving Free/Reduced lunch the cost is $20 per exam). If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Myers at [email protected]. Please see the attached document for Skyward Payment Instructions Upcoming Virtual College Visits 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. Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship Deadline: November 15, 2021 Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Eligibility:
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.
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. |
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