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Welcome Back Students Monday, August 20, 2012 All parents are encouraged to attend "Meet and Greet the Teacher Night" on Thursday, August 16th at 6:00pm. If you should have any questions,  feel free to contact Mrs. Garrett at (256) 315-5375.

=Back to School: Tips for Parents= The beginning of a new school year can be a stressful time for children, with new teachers and classmates, bigger classrooms, new routines and more schoolwork. This time can be particularly unnerving and overwhelming for children who are facing major transitions such as starting elementary school or entering middle school. As a parent there are proactive steps you can take to support your child as he or she heads back to school.
 * Be interested and enthusiastic about the start of the school year. If you are confident and excited, your child will be too.


 * If you have visited your child’s school already, you are one step ahead of the game. If not, take a walk around the school with your child and locate his or her classrooms, lunchroom, playground and restrooms. This will help keep your child from feeling lost on the first day.


 * Take time to listen to your child and discuss aspects of the new school that he or she is worried about. Remember to let your child know that it’s normal to feel nervous about the start of school. For parents of younger children, suggest that your child take a family photo or special object to school to make his or her surroundings more comfortable.


 * Spend time each day talking to your child about what happened in school. Give your child positive feedback about his or her new experiences.


 * Praise and encourage your child to become involved with school activities and try new things.


 * Attend school functions and stay involved in your child’s education. Children whose parents are more involved with their education have higher achievement, are better adjusted and are less likely to drop out of school.


 * Make a point to learn about how your child develops not just physically, but socially and emotionally, as well. If you are aware of what’s typical behavior and thoughts for your child’s stage of life, you will more readily be able to tell when things may not be right.

Anxiety and stress about starting school is normal for a child and usually passes within the first few days or weeks. If your child continues to seem anxious or stressed, it may be time to seek help. Talk to your child’s teacher and/or school counselor about what you can do as a parent. []

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES  Please see Mrs. Garrett as soon as possible for additional scholarship opportunities []

=Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program= Alabama National Guard Education Assistance Program - A state program designed to provide financial assistance to Alabama National Guard members who are residents of the state of Alabama for undergraduate and graduate education at accredited post secondary institutions of higher learning located within the state of Alabama. The student may receive an award equal to tuition, fees, books, and supplies--not to exceed $500 per semester and $1,000 annually. Applications are available from:Alabama Commission on Higher EducationP.O. Box 302000Montgomery, AL 36130-2000.

=U of A Tuscaloosa Coca-Cola First-Generation Scholarship= Due to the generosity of The Coca-Cola Foundation, Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarships will be awarded to twelve incoming freshmen that are first generation college students. Any student whose parents or siblings are not attending nor hold a degree from a college is considered a first generation college student.In addition to this requirement, applicants must be Alabama residents, have a minimum 3.0 cumulative high school grade point average, and be admitted to The University of Alabama as a freshman student. First consideration will be given to those with demonstrated financial need; for priority consideration, a student must submit the FAFSA by March 1 of the year in which they are planning to enroll.Recipients will receive:- $5,000 per year; renewable for four years if required GPA is maintained (2.8 GPA for freshmen year and 3.0 GPA thereafter) - Eligibility to participate in services provided by Student Support Services - Support in adjusting to college life, as well as many opportunities to grow For more information, please visit our website.

=ACHE Junior & Community College Performing Arts Scholarship Program= An award not to exceed in-state tuition only for attendance at public junior and community colleges in Alabama. Awards are based on demonstrated talent determined through competitive auditions. Awards are not based on financial needs. This award is for full-time students attending public junior and community colleges in Alabama. Contact the financial aid office at any public junior or community college in Alabama to apply. Competitive auditions will also be scheduled as part of the application process. For more information, please visit:http://www.ache.state.al.us/StudentAsst/Programs.htm

=Alabama Scholarships for Dependents of Blind Parents= Alabama Scholarship for Dependents of Blind Parents is an award to cover instructional fees and tuition at an Alabama state institution of higher learning for children of families in which the head of the family is blind and whose family income is insufficient to provide educational benefits. Students must apply within two years of high school graduation. Applications are available from the State of Alabama:Debra Culver Rehab. Specialist Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services 2129 East South Blvd. Montgomery, AL 36116-2455800-441-7607334-613-2248256-362-0638

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Helpful Links General College Information All About College http://www.allaboutcollege.com

Go College http://www.gocollege.com

Campus Tours http://www.campustours.com

The College Guide http://www.mycollegeguide.org

US News Online College Search http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/cosearch.html

Peterson's Education http://www.petersons.com

Careers Occupational Outlook Handbook http://www.bls.gov/oco.home.htm

Life Works http://science.education.nih.gov/LifeWorks

Athletics Success Marketplace http://www.successmarketplace.com/shops/bacapublishing/

National Collegiate Athletic Association http://www.ncaa.org

NCAA Eligibility http://web1.ncaa.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.jsp

National Scouting Report http://www.nsr-inc.com

College Athletic Scholarships http://www.college-scholarships.com/athletic.htm

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics http://naia.cstv.com/

NAIA Eligibility http://www.playnaia.org/

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