We visited the Berkeley main campus. These programs benefit sophomores as well as juniors and seniors. Hey guys! Thanks for the advice!! If they need recommendations and so forth, there is no way I can do it. I just received my letter for NYLF:medicine and Im really confused i wanna go but it doesnt seem worth it especially since i have to take time off work to go (11th grader Im a life guard/ swim teacher in the summer) i just really dont know what to do and Id like som advice. 2 yr. ago I messaged them and they said they would most likely release admission decisions by next week 4 level 2 Also, you mention other camps and programs. NCCEP recommends that a representative from each GEAR UP grant be responsible for submitting one application for all students. There was a lecture on applying to college which I found incredibly helpful. I AM ALSO A MOM OF THREE GROWN KIDS WHO ARE WELL EDUCATED AND NOW HAVE WODERFUL JOBS AND FINANCIAL SECURITY Written by Megan Dorsey on September 17, 2012. We just got the letter stating my son is nominated for the NYLF Pathways to STEM Summer program. She was 9 years old and in the 3rd grade. The main difference between the two is that subsidized loans require the government to pay interest while a student is in school and unsubsidized loans have students pay the interest themselves. I recently received an email from the Youth Leadership Consortium inviting me to apply for the Young Leader's Summit. Ill let you know if I do find something. Ive had students attend and enjoy these programs. Im already doing many medical related volunteer work and im not so sure if its completely worth it now. Just added! Hi! Once I got notice I was unsure, though she was dying to go. Yes, we did apply for a scholarship based on her grades and our financial needs. In order to calculate an accurate estimate to how much money a certain student needs for college, there is a basic equation, which is COA (Cost of Attendance) EFC (Expected Family Contribution)= Financial Need (the number you need to pay for college). However, there are no admission criteria for NYLF. You have to pay tuition and transportation. Im just very overwhelmed and confused about the opportunity. See if any of the colleges or universities in your area are offering summer programs for kids. It depends. I worked as a teacher and counselor in a large public high school for years and cant remember ever sending in nominations. Learn how your comment data is processed. Ive worked in public schools and never saw any incentive to promote this program. My daughter is in the 3rd grade and she has been invited to this NYLF. . Can you start to volunteer at a local hospital? The program is held in four cities across the US and . They were horrible. Fergusons advice about grades and AP classes in this context is to do the best that you can do in the environment that you are in. Additionally, colleges want to see that an applicant is involved in their school, involved in their community and taking leadership roles. Its extremely expensive and I have received a couple similar nominations for similar programs. HI Megan, Thats what Im going to try do. This spring tens of thousands of high school students will receive news that they have been nominated to attend a "highly selective" or "exclusive" one-week summer program. They barely have a science class in 3rd grade as it is. What are some other programs besides this that cost less? Enroll Now Nominate As an Educator As an Alumnus Scholarships We will find less expensive, age appropriate activities for him in our area. Ask if they sponsor any youth programs, or if there are any volunteer opportunities for high school students. My 12yo son just got this very nice acceptance letter in the mail. But this seems like a great program that I could definitely benefit from. In the end, I would never have spent this kind of money if my son were younger. Heres a website with lots of California engineering camps to get you started: http://www.engineeringedu.com/store/index.php?route=information/information&information_id=19 I am a junior and i received the same thing for advanced medicine. When you take the PSAT, PLAN, SAT, ACT, etc., your name and address may be given to outside organizations. It was a great experience both educationally and personally. I applied this year and they havent released the decisions I think. She told me no you will do it. Colleges and summer programs can get a list of all students with above average math scores or top scores overall. I just dont want families to feel like it is the only option. Megan. Has nothing to do with being or feeling special.. Im assuming its for the flight information. Im glad you are thinking about summer plans already. What does the national student leadership conference entail? Is it because its safe? The program is overpriced and why go into the medical field when Obamacare is destroying the medical field. HomeNCCEP StaffCareer & College ClubsCapacity-Building WorkshopStudy LabYouth LeadershipInstitutes About GEAR UPTake ActionNews, NCCEP1331 H ST NWSuite #900Washington, DC 20005, National Council for Community and Education Partnerships (NCCEP), STEP 3: Submit Payment for Conference Registration on Behalf of Students, National Council for Community and Education Partnerships. The Truth Behind "Exclusive" Summer Leadership Programs. I think she can save the fancy letter with the gold seals as a memento of her teachers belief in her abilities and her character. He also read the brochure carefully, studied the various activities outlined, handed the paperwork back to me, nodded, and said, Yeah, Id pay money for that. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); College Prep Results, LLC: A Megan Dorsey Company. There is no need to invest money in these expensive programs as these when there are so many programs closer to home with excellent educational, leadership, and technology skills. Anyone who is currently a high school student can register for and attend an NYLF program. Theres no way I could go without one. Hello Melissa Sullivan, The program is fun and impactful, but students especially love the people they meettrainers, GEAR UP staff, and other students. A College Prep Saturday participant plays an HSF trivia game, in which he had to spin the wheel and answer questions based on the categories. I suspect none of the kids in the class even understood the process. I also remember a field trip to the mallgreat waste of money. She mentioned the sponsors of this event, which included Wells Fargo bank, the American Indian College Fund, the College Board and APIA Scholars to name a few. Hi Megan, My daughter who is only 8 years old is a HUGE dreaming of being in the fields of science. I got the NSLC later in the mail a couple days ago and I was pretty excited. There are a few peculiar things about it, so I am curious if anyone here knows if it's legit or not. It says a faculty member at my school nominated me, but Im not so sure Ive spoken to him once, so how would he know that I am planning on going into the military? Please if your kids have the experience, please share. Right now he is 11. Do you have a HOSA or other medical / health club at your school? . I got chosen for the program as well and had to do some research. I just received an invitation to the NYLF medical program. So we have found great alternatives at a fraction of the price. My daughter also received a letter that she was nominated to participate in the NYLF Explore STEM She was very excited that someone at her school (I think) nominated her for the program. In retrospect, I think I gained maybe 10%-20% benefit from this experience. r/ApplyingToCollege is the premier forum for college admissions questions, advice, and discussions, from college essays and scholarships to SAT/ACT test prep, career guidance, and more. Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled. My 13 year old daughter was nominated by her teacher, as were several other kids in our charter schools middle school program. Then you can sit your parents down and talk to them as the young adult you are, and they will know that youve genuinely thought about what it is you want to do. If he does attend now will he be grouped together with other kids his age or will he be attending with all different ages? You can get a very similar experience just calling up a residency program in your local town and having your son/daughter shadow. I recently received an invite to this and the NSLC conference. I was quite proud of myself, but was confused as to how these people found out about me and my personal information. I know every student is different, but 11 is still young. Im in 6th grade and I just started middle school. It is probably a more accurate description. Still, the BBB rating doesnt seem to reflect the user comments on the site (https://www.bbb.org/washington-dc-eastern-pa/business-reviews/lecture-and-seminar-bureaus/envision-emi-in-washington-dc-7001305/reviews-and-complaints). Im in 4th grade and I just got a letter from the NYLF . I got nominated, but I am unsure how they got my name, I havent done any testings listed above, nor do I know how they discovered my want for law school, Megan, Ive tried googling them and nothing comes up and their website is blocked by my school. Listen on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-college-prep-podcast/id909682404?mt=2) to episode 27 or listen here: http://collegepreppodcast.com/2015/01/increasing-act-scores-learning-disabilities-math-best-summer-camps/ The students, ranging from freshmen to seniors with some eighth graders mixed in, were then divided by grade level and taken to different rooms for the two workshops about college information. Juniors specifically listened to the Strategic Application Process, describing the ins and outs of submitting college applications, and Funding Your Future, which was an in-depth look at how to attain enough money for college, as well as additional information about financial aid. If you're considering NYLF because you think it's prestigious, you'd be dead wrong. Unfortunately, the pandemic made this mission very difficult. Do teachers get some kind of compensation if their nominees attend? We were terribly disappointed in the staff, content of material taught, supervision, quality of kids and quality of teachers. We stayed on a campus at Berkeley. I was wondering if I should try to attend or if it's even worth my time. Im sorry your son didnt have a worthwhile experience, but I appreciate you sharing it here. Sometimes it depends on outside factors such as the personality of the people leading the program or the opinions of peers. What do you get out of it? Based on what youve heard and seen do you think its worth it? Thanks. Megan. I am guessing this invite is just marketing and tons of people get them but I just want to be 100% positive just in case there for some reason is some specialty in receiving the letter(: Thank you so much! I know that the organizations obtained my name from college board, and my teachers. I agree with the term solicitation. Its a bought-and-paid for program that doesnt give you a big gain on the admissions thing. Perhaps this isnt really an appropriate question, but I must ask: Are there special incentives for local high schools for promoting this to students? The FCC's investigator found that One Eye LLC "transmitted multiple illegal robocall campaigns," according to the news release. Id encourage you to save some money and find something less expensive. Ive had clients attend the government program and security programs and find them worthwhile. Going to college is really important to me because I want to attend medical school [in the future]. I cant believe Im actually asking a question. My situation is very similar. (They never release your exact score.) What an awesome nomination for him to receive. Are parents allowed to come with the students? Im a junior and I got a letter in the mail today for the NYLF Law & CSI program, and I havent necessarily seen any bad experiences regarding it. Competitive advantage? Could you please email me at Nelliem81@aol.com. That would most definitely be the biggest downfall to the program. Colleges like to see students develop their interests. Yes, it is a nice to recognize top students. We will be looking for less expensive, more local opportunities. Well, that comment didnt age well, did it? Megan. Dont waste your time or money on NYLF. I have taught high school for over 10 years and during that time have nominated several students, some have attended the event. A session on electrical engineering had one circuit board for the entire class, most students never even touched it. However, if it doesn't present a financial burden to your family and there's a program that truly . I just received an email about being nominated for NYLF: Medical Program. It did come with a local list of children who attended last summer. 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