November is National Scholarship Month in the US. Scholarships are offered by numerous, organizations, businesses, schools, churches and individuals. If you or someone you know is thinking about attending school or is in school, check out some the these free scholarship web sites.
Facts are Fun!, the next Ready to Read free continuing education workshop for childcare providers, will be held on January 20, 2009 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at Washington Park Library.
Non-fiction or factual books are not just for school-aged children, but for any child who needs a question answered, an idea explained, or an interest expanded. Informational books also introduce children to important concepts and vocabulary. During this session, explore great non-fiction books and how those books can be used to add fun and interest to the classroom.
Attendees will receive 1.5 hours of continuing education for participating in this workshop.
Registration began December 20; call 286-8423 to sign-up.
Milwaukee Parents: Are you strapped financially and wondering how in the world you're going to amuse your kids this summer? Would you love your children to attend a computer or basketball camp? Do you want to give them an opportunity to play music or practice cheerleading with their peers, but can't find the cash? There is help available.
Representatives from Wisconsin Pre-College Programs will be available to offer you and your children (pre-kindergarten through high school) information about the various educational opportunities available this summer:
Saturday, March 14, 2009
9:00am-12:00pm
Alumni Memorial Union
Marquette University
1442 W. Wisconsin Avenue
2nd floor, in Marquette Place
You (parent or legal guardian) must be present, and you must bring your child's most recent school report card and proof that they qualify for free or reduced lunch.
For more information on Pre-College Camp scholarships and classes, click here.
ACT is an acronym for "American College Test". The ACT is a test to determine a high school graduate’s preparation for college-level work. It covers four areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science reasoning. Most U.S. colleges and universities accept ACT results.
If you're a junior or senior in high school and plan on taking the test June 13th, there's a free ACT Prep Course sponsored by the Milwaukee chapter of The Links, Inc. on six consecutive Saturdays :
YWCA
1915 N. Martin Luther King Dr.
May 2, May 9, May 16, May 23, May 30, and June 6
9:00am-12:00pm
A continental breakfast will be provided at each session.
Please call Lisa Jones at (414) 418-9453 to reserve a spot.
The deadline to sign up is Monday, April 27th, 2009.
Click here to review ACT study guide material at our libraries.
The Wisconsin Council on Children and Family is announcing a college scholarship contest, "What Family Means To Me".
WCCF will award up to three $1,000 scholarships that can be used at a 2 or 4 year college.
Teens 15 to 17 years old must submit one of the following:
- typewritten essay of 650 words or less that describes "What Family Means to Me"
- visual depiction of "What Family Means to Me" which could include a collage, photo, sculpture, painting or drawing
- a poem that conveys "What Family Means to Me"
Entries must be received no later than July 31, 2009.
Mail entries to:
WCCF
What Family Means To Me
555 W. Washington, Suite 200
Madison, WI 53703
or
wwolf@wccf.org
King Library is one of three scholarship application distribution sites for the second annual Freedom Scholarship Essay Contest, sponsored by Alderwoman Milele Coggs. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded. Applications are also available online.
All essayists must be recent high school grads (2007-2009) who are residents of the
6th aldermanic district and have been accepted at a 2 or 4 year college for the fall of 2009.
Pick up an application to read contest rules and submission requirements.
All essays must be postmarked by August 6, 2009.
For more information, please contact Ms.Akuwa Dantzler at (414) 286-8640 or adantz@milwaukee.gov.
Can't figure out that math problem? Baffled about how to help your child do homework? Our volunteers can help!
MPL is offering Homework Help sessions at six locations from October through May. Volunteers provide FREE help with reading, math, writing, spelling and science. Hours are generally weeknights, 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Atkinson Library, 1960 W. Atkinson Ave. 414.286.3068
Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave. 414.286.3090
Central Library, 814 W. Wisconsin Ave. 414.286.3091
Forest Home Library, 1432 W. Forest Home 414.286.3083
Martin Luther King Library, 310 W. Locust 414.286. 3098
Villard Avenue Library, 3310 W. Villard 414.286.3079
Adult volunteers are needed at libraries to mentor and work with students in grades 1-6. If you have at least two hours per week to help a student, please contact one of the libraries above and ask for details and a volunteer application, or go to www.mpl.org/file/volunteer.htm.
Hey, Teens! Do you have any questions about college? Come to the Central Library on Saturday, November 7th between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. Or, drop in at the Atkinson Library on Wednesday, November 11th between 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. Bring your questions...and leave with answers.
The Standard Songbook program introduces children to music and musical theatre concepts through an interactive performance with Skylight Opera Theatre Artists. Children hear various songs from musicals and learn about concepts such as rhythm, tempo and melody by becoming "musical detectives." Recommended for children in grades 1-3. Child care groups with early elementary children welcome.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Location: Central
Event Type: Special Events
Age Group: Children
Contact: Central Library Betty Brinn Children's Room
Contact phone: 414-286-3091
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