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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Charros Future Teacher Scholarship - AVAILABLE NOW TO APPLY!

• Future Teacher Scholarship Application

 

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Upcoming ACT and SAT Practice Tests via Revolution Prep!

Register Here - Chaparral High School | Revolution Prep

 

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The Princeton Prize in Race Relations recognizes high school students who have demonstrated leadership in advancing racial equality or promoting racial understanding in their schools and communities.

• Applications are open! Review requirements here: Apply | Princeton Prize in Race Relations
• Deadline to apply is January 15th, 2026!

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Cancer Pathways 2026 Teen Writing Contest

• This national contest encourages teens in grades 9-12 to write about their experience with cancer, either their own or of a loved one.
• Deadline for submissions is - February 27th, 2026
• More information and the application can be found here: Cancer Unwrapped Teen Writing Contest - Cancer Pathways

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Discover ASU's Polytechnic Campus!

• Join for a Sun Devil Day:
  • Sun Devil Day | Arizona State University
• Tour campus to experience an overview of programs offered:
  • Group Visit | Arizona State University

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Rotary Student Leadership Academy (RYLA)

• January 16-19, 2026, in Prescott, AZ!
• The application deadline has been extended to November 15, 2025!!!
• This is a unique leadership program where students will be empowered through challenging courses, inspirational presenters, and amazing activities!
• After applying and being accepted, Rotary Clubs will provide the scholarship for participating and transportation.
• Application and more info are here: Student Delegates | RYLA District 5495 | Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

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November is NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP MONTH!

Students now is the perfect time to start researching scholarships for college! Check out scholarships from "Scholly" via Sallie. Or the "Scholarships" tab (on the right side of this page) to find the scholarship search website that works best for you! Money for college is out there; you just have to do your research!! Search Thousands of Free Scholarships - Scholly Scholarships

 

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2026 Youth Ambassador Program - Phoenix Sister Cities

• This is an exciting program for high school sophomores & juniors to become part of a global community and learn about different cultures by serving as a Youth Ambassador.
• Each Youth Ambassador spends 3 weeks abroad in one of our sister cities in June, then hosts their international counterpart here in Phoenix in July.
• This enriching experience helps students develop cultural awareness, improve their leadership skills, and make new friends!
• Scholarships are also available for this program!
• Applications are open now and close on December 12, 2025
  • Start your application here: Youth Ambassador Exchange | Phoenix Sister Cities

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The University of Arizona - KEYS Research Internship

Applications for the 2026 program open on Monday, November 3rd and close on Thursday, December 18th. 

• The 2026 KEYS Research Internship will take place June 1 - July 17, 2026, and be conducted in the following modalities: 
  • In-person on the U of A campus in Tucson, with campus housing available for out of area interns selected to participate.
  • Hybrid on the Phoenix Biomedical Campus in downtown Phoenix. These select number of internships will be offered to students who live in the Phoenix area and are interested in medicine, neuroscience, and/or molecular and cellular biology. Interns will participate in-person to conduct their in-laboratory research work and virtually for weekly science seminars and socials activities.
  • Virtual internships are available for highly motivated students with interests and/or skills in computational biology and/or bioinformatics. 
• Apply here - Future Students | KEYS
  • Application deadline is Thursday, December 18th!!!

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FAFSA Updates

• The Free Application for Federal Student Aid opens on October 1st
• Home | Federal Student Aid