Thursday, February 13, 2025

Momentum Scholarship For Juniors

The Momentum Scholarship for Juniors—an exclusive, no-essay $1,000 scholarship opportunity for high school juniors. The deadline for this opportunity is Monday, March 31st. This is a fantastic way for Juniors  to get engaged with financial aid early, and it’s only available to them through your referral!

 

About the Scholarship

The Momentum Scholarship is designed to encourage juniors to start applying for financial aid early. One lucky high school junior will win a $1,000 scholarship for proactively applying this winter.






Girls Who Code’s Summer Programs

 The Summer Immersion Program (SIP) is a two-week, live virtual classroom experience for current 9th-11th graders. Students will design creative computer games, connect with industry professionals, and join an incredible community of mentors and friends who have their back. Eligible participants can apply for a $300 SIP Student Grant, plus laptop and hotspot access.

  • Round 1: July 7th, 2025 - July 18th, 2025

  • Round 2: July 28th, 2025 - August 8th, 2025
     

Pathways is a six-week study program for 9th-12th graders. Students set their own schedule to explore web development, cybersecurity, data science, and artificial intelligence, including a brand-new course on responsible artificial intelligence design!

  • Program Dates: June 30th, 2025 - August 8th, 2025

  • Check out our flyer to your educators and students so they can apply to Girls Who Code’s free Summer Programs at girlswhocode.com/summerapply by February 26, 2025, for priority consideration and the best chance of placement.  

Monday, February 10, 2025

Durham Bulls Broadcasting Opportunity

 The Durham Bulls Explorer Post 50 is a co-ed unpaid internship program designed for students aged 14-20. This program offers a unique and invaluable chance to gain exceptional experience in the field of television broadcasting, supported and sponsored by the Durham Bulls, Fox 50, and Capitol Broadcasting Company.

 

In our remarkable 27th season, Post 50 is responsible for the live broadcast of Durham Bulls home games on several WRAL platforms, MiLB.com, and within the ballpark. Additionally, we contribute highlights for FOX 50 and WRAL newscasts.

 

This program is an excellent platform for students to explore their interest in broadcast communications and gain practical, hands-on experience in a professional setting.

 

Open House:

• When: Feb. 12th, 7:00-8:30 pm

• Where: Durham Bulls Athletic Ball Park, 409 Blackwell Street, Durham, NC 27701


Applications for the 2025 Season:

• Deadline: Feb. 16th, 2025

• Limited to 70 members

• Apply - https://forms.gle/mVAARuU7CWZQDEq38

 

Interviews (For all applicants): Feb. 22nd and/or Feb. 23rd

 

Training Sessions (New Applicants Only): Mar. 1st and/or Mar. 2nd

 

Acceptance Notifications Sent: Mar. 9th

 

Baseball Season Runs: Apr. 1 - Sept. 14, 2025

 

Learn more: Durham Bulls Explorer Post 50 link.