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HOBY – SOPHOMORE LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) is a dynamic, interactive educational program designed to prepare our country’s youth to become effective, ethical leaders in their home, school, workplace and community. Outstanding sophomore students who attend this three-day seminar will interact with leaders in business, government, education, media, and non-profits; they get a realistic look at our nation, its people, and their role within the world community.
The HOBY Leadership Seminar will be held at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, June 4-6, 2027. The Davenport Noon Optimist Club is sponsoring two students from Assumption High School by paying the $335.00 registration fee. To find out more information on HOBY click here: Students | HOBY Youth Leadership.
If you are interested in representing Assumption High School as a HOBY Ambassador and can attend the leadership seminar in June of 2027, please apply by submitting an essay on leadership. Two Assumption High School sophomore students will be selected based on the criteria as outlined by Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership: exhibits potential for, or has demonstrated use of communication, critical thinking, strong decision making, creative problem solving, sensitive to others, interest in community service.
ESSAY TOPIC:
In 200 words or less, please describe the last leadership role you were involved in and explain the challenges you faced and the reward you gained.
These essays need to be turned into Student Services by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026. If you have any questions, please see either Mrs. Day or Mrs. Quested in Student Services.
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Student Job Opportunity
Iowa Legislative Page Program – 2027
Each year the Iowa Senate, Iowa House of Representatives, and Legislative Services Agency employ high school juniors and seniors of high academic standing to serve as Pages for the legislative session. This is a full-time job in Des Moines, Monday through Thursday. To be eligible, applicants shall be at least 16 years of age by January 2, 2027. Pages may be permitted to participate in official school functions, sports, and social activities whenever possible. Pages will start work on January 11, 2027, through the end of the legislative session, roughly April 30, 2027, but session may extend into early May. By submitting an application, you are applying for the House of Representatives, Senate, and Legislative Services Agency. If selected to be a Page, you will be placed with one of these bodies.
The Legislature is a professional working environment. Pages learn to accept a large degree of personal responsibility for their work, and the experience helps prepare for future demands of academic and professional careers. They learn to respond to organizational priorities, directives, and to uphold standards of confidentiality and professional service. Pages gain a greater understanding of the lawmaking process.
Deadline to Apply is Friday, October 19th
The Quad City and Engineering Science Council (QCESC) Scholarship
The Quad City and Engineering Science Council (QCESC) Scholarship Program was established and is administered by the Council. This program provides multiple one-time grants or scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 each. Must plan to pursue a STEM-related degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) at an accredited four-year college or university, earn an associate degree at a community or junior college, or complete a skilled trades certification.
Deadline: January 26, 2027
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Elks 2027 Most Valuable Student (MVS) Scholarship
Lois E. Kindel, Iowa State Elks Association Scholarship Chair | Davenport Elks Lodge #298 | Davenport, IA
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
Eligibility:
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- Current high school seniors, or the equivalent, who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply.
- Applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks.
- High school graduates are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must be citizens of the United States on the date their applications are submitted; permanent legal resident status does not qualify.
- Scholarships are available only to students who enroll in four-year undergraduate degree programs at accredited U.S. American colleges or universities.
Apply here – ElksMVS
The 2027 application deadline is November 12, 2026 at 11:59 p.m., Pacific Time.
Awards:
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- The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year scholarships.
- Male and female students compete separately.
- Ranging from $1,000 per year to $7,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university. All scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditional upon the full-time enrollment of the winner in an accredited U.S. college or university.
Declan Murphy named as a National Merit Semifinalist
We are proud to announce that Declan Murphy has been named a Semifinalist in the National Merit® Scholarship Program. This prestigious honor recognizes Declan as one of the top scorers for the Class of 2027 and is a significant step toward the National Merit Scholarship competition. Congratulations to Declan and his family!
