The staff at PAPA celebrates student success in academics and the performing arts. Our faculty prides themselves in offering the very best instruction available to public school students. Students are encouraged to select a rigorous set of courses. The more rigorous the course loads in high school, the more prepared students are for college and beyond. Teachers have high expectations, promote student accountability and responsibility, and provide support where it is needed. Students will achieve the highest level of success if they attend all classes, engage in instruction, and complete all assignments. Most of all, the staff wants to see each student develop talents and acquire skills that will prepare them for college and help them to become successful, productive adults.
Academics
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Support Opportunities
Targeted Assistance is working!!! Students who attended Math Targeted Assistance last year showed greater growth than in 2016 (5.1 points versus -0.4 points). Any student needing help can attend support classes during 8th period. If you need more information call or email Mrs. Chavez mchavez@paparts.org. -
For Students and Parents
Air Force Laboratories Research Laboratory Scholars Program – Application due December 16, 2019
– Summer Program at Kirtland Air Force Base or in Florida
file:///C:/Users/mmaestas/Downloads/AFRL%20Scholars_SU2020_10.23.2019.pdfExplora Paid Internship due January 15, 2020 (extended deadline)
– Open to high school Sophomores and some Juniors
– No work experience necessary
– Prefer free lunch approved, flexible schedule and love learning and working with kids
https://www.explora.us/yip/Sandia National Laboratories Internships
– Summer, Academic, Year-round & Co-Op Internships available
– Must be 16
-3.0 GPA for students applying for Research and Development (R&D), Technical, or Business positions
– 2.5 GPA for students applying for clerical or laborer positions (Laborer positions are available only at the Sandia/New Mexico site)
https://www.sandia.gov/careers/students_postdocs/internships/Presbyterian Student Job Shadow – Check for Application in January
– Learn more about healthcare careers (unpaid and observation only)
– Must be 16 years of age
https://www.phs.org/careers/internships/Pages/student-job-shadow.aspxHealthcare Paid Summer Internship – Application open in February
– Explore healthcare careers in 6-week summer program
– Must be graduating Senior
– Must have 3.0 GPA
https://www.phs.org/careers/internships/Pages/student-internships.aspxSchmidt Vocal Competition for Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors
– Cash prizes and scholarships available
– Auditions in various cities nationwide, various dates starting March 7, 2020
– Applications due 2 weeks before audition dates
https://schmidtvocalarts.org/svc2019-20/?utm_source=mdr&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=mdrspotlight&utm_content=svcFBI Camp for Juniors and Seniors
The 2020 Albuquerque FBI Teen Academy application period is now open.High school 11-12th graders interested in spending a week with the FBI in Albuquerque are encouraged to apply for the agency’s Teen Academy, which will be held June 8-12, 2020.
The FBI Teen Academy allows juniors and seniors (2020-21 school year) an opportunity to get a peek into the inner workings of today’s FBI. FBI Special Agents and support personnel will provide lively presentations on a range of timely topics, including terrorism, cyber security, public corruption, evidence handling, SWAT, and the day-to-day operations in a typical FBI office; and will have an opportunity to try the FBI Special Agent Physical Fitness Test.
Students accepted into the program will be expected to attend all activities during the program, which will run from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day, and professional behavior and appropriate dress are required. The academy is limited to 24-32 students and applications can be requested by writing to aq.outreach@fbi.gov or by calling (505) 889-1330.
The deadline to apply is April 15, 2020.
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Testing Resources for Parents/Guardians
Accuplacer Exam preparation: https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/educator/next-generation
Also see Ms. Maestas for flyer on Accuplacer prep available through CNM
ACT, PSAT, SAT & AP Exam preparation (need public library card number): https://abqlibrary.org/home; Click on my account and enter info., then click on Research, eResources and Databases, then choose Tutoring and Test Prep under All Subjects
PSAT & SAT Exam Prep on Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/sat/new-sat-tips-planning/new-sat-how-to-prep/a/full-length-psat-nmsqt
Academic Numbers
Cohort Graduation Rate
College Exploration Opportunities
Forms
Scholarship Information
CNM Scholarship Page
https://www.cnm.edu/depts/financial-aid/scholarships
UNM Scholarship Page
http://scholarship.unm.edu/scholarships/resident.html
NMSU Scholarship Page
https://fa.nmsu.edu/scholarships/#01
ENMU Scholarship Page
https://www.enmu.edu/admission/scholarships
NM Tech Scholarship Page
http://www.nmt.edu/scholarships
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH ENGINES/RESOURCES:
OPEN TO 9TH-12TH GRADE Raise Me Micro-Scholarships
https://www.raise.me/
APS Scholarship List (some duplicated on our website)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1aih_vL_o30instyhrWDDaj0YPrOUkDo_iBIfQ2CLMmo/edit?usp=sharing
How to Write a Scholarship Essay
https://www.universitylanguage.com/guides/how-to-write-an-essay-for-a-scholarship/
Chamber of Commerce Guide to College Scholarships
https://www.chamberofcommerce.org/best-college-scholarships
Going Merry
https://www.goingmerry.com/
College Board Big Future (must have College Board account)
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
NMEAF
https://www.nmeaf.org/pay-for-college/scholarships-grants
Fastweb
http://www.fastweb.com/scholarships
Scholarships.Com
https://www.scholarships.com/
Unigo Scholarships
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships
Niche Scholarships
https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarships/
LGBTQ+ Scholarships
https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/lgbtq-scholarships/
https://edubirdie.com/blog/scholarships-for-lgbtq-students
https://essayontime.com.au/lgbtq-students-resources-support/
Native American Scholarships by Indigenous Education, Inc.
https://cobellscholar.academicworks.com/users/sign_up
BestColleges.com Financial Aid Resources for Minority Students:
Scholarships for African American Students: https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/african-american-scholarships/
Financial Aid Opportunities for Minority Students: https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/minority-students/
Scholarship for Future Teachers going to ENMU:
https://www.enmu.edu/greyhound-promise
Scholarships for Accounting & Business Degree Students:
Accounting Degree Scholarships from DiscoverBusiness.us
Business Degree Scholarships from DiscoverBusiness.us
College Board Scholarships for JUNIORS FOR COLLEGE PLANNING awarded every month of 2019 and 2020
https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/?excmpid=vt-00248
INDIVIDUAL SCHOLARSHIPS:
SEMESTER ONE:
Schmidt Vocal Arts Singing Competition – Applications due 2 weeks before audition dates
– Apply and attend audition in various cities to win money and scholarships
The Gates Scholarship due Sept. 15, 2020
– From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
– Pell-eligible
– A US citizen, national or permanent resident
– A minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale
https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
AXA Achievement: The program is currently closed. If you would like to be notified when the program opens, click “Notify Me” below to subscribe to our mailing list.
– $1,000-$25,000 awards
– No minimum GPA requirement
– Must demonstrate ambition and self-drive in school, community or work-related activities
– Only the first 10,000 applications are accepted.
https: r//www.scholasapply.org/axa-achievement/
FAFSA Workshop Scholarship open Oct 1, 2020 –Sept 30, 2021 first come, first serve basis
– $500
– Must have filed your FAFSA at a workshop at PAPA or other venue
https://www.nmeaf.org/FAFSA-Scholarship
AES Scholarship due October 8, 2021
– Write 500-word essay on what you see as success and important accomplishments
http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway due Oct. 18, 2020 (must be 18)
– Create video about goals and how scholarship would change your life
– Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 24 on November 3, 2020.
http://www.drpeppertuition.com
Horatio Alger Scholarship due Oct. 26, 2020
– Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
– Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities
– Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity
– Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and
– Be a United States citizen
https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-scholarship-programs/
El Mezquite UNM Scholarship due October 30, 2020 5 PM
– Must be attending UNM in Fall 2020/Spring 2021
– 3.0 GPA
– Proficiency in the Spanish language and demonstrated leadership and commitment to advance the culture and economy of Mexico through a chosen career
– Low-income students demonstrating financial need
– Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate leadership within the Hispanic community
*Requires essay, two letters of recommendation and acceptance letter from UNM
http://cep.unm.edu/scholarships/el-mezquite-scholarship.html
Jack Kent Cook Scholarship due Oct. 30, 2020
– 3.5 GPA
– Can have up to 95K income
– Application is Common Application
https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/
Coca-Cola Scholarship due by 5pm Oct. 31, 2020
https://webportalapp.com/sp/login/ccsf
Young Asian American Student Award $250 OPEN TO 10th-12th GRADERS WITH ASIAN HERITAGE due November 8, 2020
- Application
- Official high school transcript
- Personal Statement
- Resume
- A letter of support from either a teacher or a community leader familiar with the student’s achievements and activities
https://www.cie-nm.org/
20202 Prudential Comm. awards due Nov. 10, 2020 (OPEN TO ALL MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS!)
– Must have performed community service in last 12 months
– Need to create or login with an account
https://spirit.prudential.com/
Daniels Fund Scholarship: Needs to be submitted online through the application website between October 1 and November 15, 2020
– Be a high school senior graduating from a school in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, or Wyoming & resident of those states
– Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
– 3.0 GPA (on an unweighted 4.0 scale)
– SAT Math score of 490 and Reading & Writing score of 490, or ACT score of 18 in each category (writing score not required). Super scoring is not accepted. (or 3.3 GPA if unable to take SAT or ACT due to COVID-19)
– Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of $85,000 or less on parents 2019 Form 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (Line 8b) on which the applicant appears as a dependent. They can make $5,000 more for each additional dependent (other than you) not in college, and $15,000 more for each additional dependent in college full time during the 2020/2021 academic year.
https://www.danielsfund.org/Scholarships/Daniels-Scholarship-Program/Overview
Albuquerque Community Foundations Scholarships: Applications open December 1
– Multiple scholarships with various requirements
– Application is Common Application now (complete Common App and you’ll see scholarships available to you)
http://www.albuquerquefoundation.org/high-school-scholarships.aspx
NMASSP U.S. SENATE SCHOLARSHIP DUE: December 4, 2020
Hispanic Heritage Fund due December 6th, 2020
– Must be of Hispanic/Latin descent
– Must have min. 3.0 GPA
Derrick Law Firm Scholarship due December 15th annually
– Write essay about how a car accident affected your life
https://www.derricklawfirm.com/library/scholarship.cfm
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program due January 5, 2021
– 3.0 GPA
One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest due by 11:59 p.m., January 5, 2021
OPEN TO ALL AGES: 3 -25
– 3-8 min. film or 45 sec.+ animation on environmental/sustainability issue
– $1,000 Scholarship + $1,000 matching grant for Seniors; cash prizes + matching grant for all other age categories
https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/contest-details/
Scholarships for Asian American and Pacific Islander Students due by 5pm EST, Jan. 14, 2021
– Min. 2.7 GPA
– First in family to attend college
– Must file FAFSA