The Coolidge Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP FOR JUNIORS ONLY:

The Coolidge Scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student’s tuition, room, board and expenses for four years of undergraduate study.

This one-of-a-kind scholarship may be used at any accredited college or university in the U.S.

Deadline:  5:00 PM Pacific time, Thursday, January 18, 2024

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ICAN Upcoming Event – College Credit

Earning College Credit in High School
Perfect for all students and parents

Wednesday, November 29 at 5:30 pm – Tune in on the ICAN Facebook page or REGISTER

Earning college credit in high school is a great opportunity for students if you know how to make it work for you. In this session we will cover the types of college credit and how it all works from the impact on financial aid, transferring the credit to college, and the rigor of college-level academics.

A recording of the event will be available at www.facebook.com/ICANsucceed/videos following the live broadcast.

Students Participating in State Music Events

Congratulations to Katelyn O’Brien ’25 (Choir), Tristen Gray ’25 (Choir), and AJ Barry ’24 (Band) for their selection to the IHSMA All-State Music Festival.  Additionally, Jackson Drumm ‘27 was selected to the 9th Grade ICDA OPUS Honor Choir. Both events are taking place this weekend on the campus of Iowa State University. The All-State Festival Concert will be recorded by Iowa Public Television and will air on Thanksgiving day. Check your local listing on the Iowa Public Television website for specific schedules and additional information.

ACT Test Date/Registration

The next ACT test date is scheduled for February 10th with a registration deadline of January 5th (Late Fee registration period is January 6th – 19th).

Below is the ACT registration flyer, giving you instructions on how to register, as well as the preparation booklet.

JUNIORS are strongly encouraged to take the ACT by the end of your junior year. 

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  • ACT CLUB: Why not build your ACT knowledge, confidence, and understanding a little bit each week instead of cramming right before the test? ACT club takes only twenty minutes, and we finish so early, you won’t even have to miss practice! Testing is timed, and students are assisted in improving their testing speed. When time is up, either Mrs. Smyth, Mrs. Wallace, or Mr. Buchanan is available to answer questions and help students analyze their answers. ACT club meets TUESDAYS from 2:50 to 3:10. It is important to show up to ACT Club as frequently as possible before you take the ACT test.
First Tuesday English/Reading (Mrs. Smyth’s Room)
Second Tuesday Math (Mr. Buchanan’s Room)
Third Tuesday Science (Mrs. Wallace’s Room)
Fourth Tuesday English/Reading (Mrs. Smyth’s Room)
Fifth Tuesday English/Reading (Mrs. Smyth’s Room)

 

Preparing for the ACT: https://www.act.org/content/dam/act/unsecured/documents/Preparing-for-the-ACT.pdf

 


Seeking Volunteer Licensed Attorney For Mock Trial Assistance

We are looking for a licensed attorney to assist with our Mock Trial program. We have a school adviser who oversees the program, but we are looking for someone to help offer their expertise in writing statements and arguments for the competitions in February. Practices are primarily in January and February. Dates and times can be flexible to work with the volunteer attorney. If you or anyone you know might have an interest, please contact Bridget Murphy at bridget.murphy@assumptionhigh.org

Thank you!

 

Rotary Club of Davenport – Scholastic/Leadership Scholarship

One senior student from Assumption High School will receive this scholarship.

For the story behind the Rotary Club of Davenport Scholarship, click here.

Need-Based: No.
Amount: 4 awards of up to $3,000 a year, for a total of no more than $12,000.
Renewable: Yes, for four years total or until graduation, whichever comes first.
Renewal Conditions: Maintain at least a 2.7 GPA, complete a minimum of 24 credit hours each academic year, and continue to meet other scholarship criteria.

Requirements and selection criteria:

  • Applicant must be a graduating senior from Assumption High School, Davenport Central High School, Davenport West High School, or Davenport North High School, or Davenport Mid-City.
  • Applicant must have at least a cumulative 2.75 GPA at the end of the junior year.
  • Applicant must have shown an interest in college preparatory studies in high school
  • Applicant must have been active within the student community.
  • An interview is required to be considered for this scholarship.
  • For more information please visit http://davenportrotary.org/.

Deadline: February 15, 2024

Click here to apply