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American Legion Oratorical Contest

The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students. Since 1938, the program has presented participants with an academic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship. Young orators earn some of the most generous college scholarships available to high school students. Over $138,000 in scholarships can be awarded each year.

American Museum of Natural History Saltz Internship Program

The Saltz Internship Program is an education and employment program for high school students 14yrs old and up. Interns facilitate science conversations using artifacts, specimens, models, and scientific tools on mobile stations throughout the museum and at dioramas and displays in museum halls with museum visitors.
As interns, one can explore scientific and cultural content, improve communication skills, gain experience having science conversations, develop relationships with museum staff and other interns from across the city, while engaging with museum visitors from around the world! Participants in the program will also participate in college and career readiness workshops, and gain exposure to a variety of STEM careers.

American Protege International Vocal Competition

The American Protege International Vocal Competition is designed for singers who would like to challenge themselves in a very competitive environment. The Competition is open to solo vocalists and vocal groups of all ages, nationalities and countries. Participants are required to submit video recording materials for the audition. First and Second Place Winners can choose to perform at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in New York City, or to receive a Winner’s Package by mail.

American Regions Mathematics League Competition

The American Regions Mathematics League’s annual competition brings together the nation’s finest students. They meet, compete against, and socialize with one another, forming friendships and sharpening their mathematical skills. The contest is written for high school students, although some exceptional junior high students attend each year.

Americanism Essay Contest

Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) sponsors an annual essay contest to promote the spirit of Americanism and patriotism among our country’s youth. FRA’s Americanism Essay Contest is open to all students, grades 7 through 12, including those who are home schooled. Students are invited to submit a 350-word essay through an FRA member or local FRA branch before the December 1st deadline. Local winners are forwarded for competition at the regional level and regional winners compete for national prizes. The grand national winner will receive $5,000, with additional prizes for the top three essays in each grade category ($2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place, and $1,000 for third place). Each national winner will receive an attractive plaque citing his/her achievement, and every entrant judged at the national level receives a certificate of recognition. Additional prizes may be awarded to students winning at local and regional levels of competition.

Anhinga–Robert Dana Prize for Poetry

Anhinga Press began in 1972 as an outgrowth of the activities of Apalachee Poetry Center. The Anhinga Prize for Poetry has been offered annually since 1983 for a manuscript of original poetry in English. The winner receives $2000 and publication by Anhinga Press.

Anne Ford Scholarship

The Anne Ford Scholarship is a $10,000 scholarship ($2,500/year over four years) granted to a graduating high school senior with a documented learning disability (LD) and/or ADHD who will be enrolled in a full-time bachelor’s degree program in the fall.

Archibald Rutledge Scholarship Program

The Archibald Rutledge Scholarship program, named for South Carolina’s first poet laureate, offers twelfth-grade students (enrolled in a public school in South Carolina) the opportunity to compete for a scholarship in creative writing, dance, music, theatre, or visual arts as well as encourages and recognizes academic and artistic excellence among South Carolina students.

Ardent Academy for Gifted Youth

Ardent Academy for Gifted Youth maximizes the potential of gifted youth to become life-long learners and leaders for the 21^st century by developing their problem solving skills and building their character. Located in Irvine, California, Ardent Academy offers advanced courses for students Pre-K through high school in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Accelerated English and Coding.

Arizona State University Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication Youth Camps and Enrichment Programs

The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication offers a series of camps and enrichment programs for high school students. Programs take place during traditional school breaks, and are based at the state-of-the-art Cronkite School on ASU’s downtown campus, or in the field. Programs are led by faculty, staff and trained Cronkite student counselors.

Arkansas Governor’s School

The Arkansas Governor’s School is a free six-week summer residential program for gifted and talented students who are upcoming high school seniors and residents of the state of Arkansas.

Asian Pacific Community Fund

The Asian Pacific Community Fund (APCF) is excited to partner with local donors to offer scholarship programs annually to financially assist students in their pursuit of higher education. Through a competitive process, scholarship recipients are selected by a review committee based on academic merits, community involvement, leadership skills as well as recommendation from a mentor. Many of our scholarship programs are intended to support low-income youth, and several programs encourage students to study locally at a community college or state university.

Astronaut Scholar Foundation

The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides annually more than 50 scholarships to the brightest and most talented college students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Athena’s Advanced Academy

Athena’s Advanced Academy creates an inspiring learning environment with dynamic, interactive online courses with live weekly webinars for gifted and talented students, including 2e. Dedicated, passionate educators support and encourage Athena’s students to develop their talents and grow into confident, proficient lifelong learners.

AXA Achievement Scholarship

The AXA Achievement^sm Scholarship provides over $1.4 million in scholarships to young people throughout the nation representing all 50 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico. Students have the opportunity to receive a $2,500, $10,000 or $25,000 scholarship. In addition, for every student who wins a scholarship, a grant in the amount of $1,000 will be made to the winner’s school.

Beast Academy

Beast Academy is an advanced comic-based math program for students ages 8–13.

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