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Expression Studio Web Design Contest
 Registration opens January 5, 2011, for Microsoft's bliink 2011 Web Design Competition.
Bliink is open to U.S. students ages 13-19 participating in teams of two to four. Students can submit projects created in or out of class.
Students and teachers can receive free copies of Expression Studio and prizes include Xbox 360's and Kinect.
For more information, visit the Bliink Web site or email at innovativeteachers@microsoft.com. |
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Scholarships from the Washington State Association for Justice
 The Washington State Association for Justice offers two different scholarship programs for high school seniors headed to college. Each program generally awards two $2,000 scholarships to recipients.
The deadline for applications is March 18, 2011.
The American Justice Essay Scholarship, established in 2000, is a statewide student essay scholarship program. Each year a new essay topic is chosen, based on WSAJ's mission statement ideals and dealing with advocacy in the American justice system, and related issues. Scholarship recipients are chosen based on excellence in writing and eloquence in addressing the essay topic.
The WSAJ Presidents' Scholarship, first awarded in 1991, was established to support and encourage the efforts of high school students who have overcome obstacles to achieve academically and socially. Past recipients have included cancer survivors, auto accident victims and teenagers with physical challenges. Competition for the scholarship has increased each year.
If you have questions about either scholarship program, please contact Adrianne Williams. |
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CWU Energy Transfer Device Competition
 Central Washington University invites middle and high school students to compete in their third annual Energy Transfer Device competition. The competition will be held on April 30, 2011 at the CWU campus. Payment ($8.00 per student) and registration must be received by March 25, 2011.
For more information, contact Scott Calahan at (509) 963-3218 or at calahans@cwu.edu. |
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STEM Education Collaboration
 Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and the Conrad Foundation announced a new collaboration to engage more students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. The Conrad Foundation hosts the annual "Spirit of Innovation Awards" program. The program challenges teams of high school students to create innovative products using science, technology and entrepreneurship. The Conrad Foundation and PLTW will work together to ensure that PLTW students have the unique opportunity to obtain the industry support and financial resources that can help turn their creative ideas for innovations into real, functional products.
Register online at www.conradawards.org to get involved. |
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International Trade and Exporting Classes
 If you have students interested in international trade and exporting, classes will soon be available through the Center of Excellence for International Trade, Transportation, and Logistics at Highline Community College.
The Center of excellence recently received a Community and Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) grant, and the focus of the grant will be on developing foundational training to businesses interested in international trade and exporting.
They will also be offering workshops, coaching, and the opportunity for over-seas partnerships. For more information visit their website: www.ittlwa.com. |
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George and Ashley, Welcome to CTE
We are pleased to announce the addition of George Hollingbery to the Career and College Readiness staff as the Health Science/Jobs for America's Graduates Program Supervisor.
George has spent 32 years in the North Thurston School District as an educator. His most recent experience has been as a CTE instructor in Work Based Learning and Career Choices.
As part of an efficiency move within our agency, we have reassigned cosmetology to Mary Nagel and bio-medical science and bio-medical technology (STEM) to Dennis Milliken. George will also spend part of his day working with the College Bound Scholarship program in the Secondary Education division.
We are also pleased to announce Ashley Alefteras as our new Secretary Senior support staff. Ashley comes to us with experience from the Department of Information Services.
It is a pleasure to have both George and Ashley as part of our Career and College Readiness team. |
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Construction Challenge Reminder The Construction Challenge will be held on January 15, 2011, in Seattle. This is an innovative, career-education initiative designed to engage high school students with real-world, hands-on experiences in the construction industry. Create a team today at www.constructionchallenge.org. |
