SCA School Counseling

This summer, American College Application Campaign (ACAC) is partnering with College Essay Guy to offer a free, one-day Personal Statement Boot Camp designed to help high school juniors get started on one of the most challenging parts of the college application process: the college essay.

Students who participate will:

Learn what colleges are really looking for in a personal statement.
Discover how to find meaningful topics and stories.
Begin brainstorming and outlining their essay.
Walk away with practical tools they can use to continue writing and revising.

The session will be led by Ethan Sawyer (College Essay Guy), author of College Essay Essentials, a widely used resource among counselors and students. Register to attend using the link below!

https://site.act.org/free-personal-statement-boot-camp-for-students-with-college-essay-guy?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--piKZzWopLXYt8Ig7l-CjDuTOYML8AoXFr2AZxB9jbXQuh6ucOJpGKkl2j6JjwX7Nf_KC0hBxKkys5oHQ7ikHD1rKod4bWcsRN1UOOUYK-X23d5rQ&_hsmi=422943001&utm_content=422943001&utm_source=hs_automation

Need to keep your scholar active for the summer? Check out the Turner Center for the Arts summer camps, running all through July!

Haven't signed up for camp yet? Now is the time! 🤩 Join us for our half day or full day camps this summer at the Children's Imagination Station. Learn from the best, our camps are taught by local teachers and experts in the field. Secure your spot while you can at https://ecom.roller.app/childrensimaginationstation/summercamps/en-us/home

Volunteers needed for a Kids Cafe team! Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 AM–12 PM to help prepare meals for local children.

Use the link to get started! https://dash.pointapp.org/programs/8615

Our Kids Cafe team needs your help!

We're looking for volunteers Monday through Friday from 8 AM–12 PM to help prepare meals for local children.

Whether you can help one day or several days a week, we'd love to have you.

Use the link below or contact us today to get started!
https://dash.pointapp.org/programs/8615

Proud of our Spartans selected to serve in SGMC’s Volunteen Summer Program! ❤️🏥

Say hello to our 2026 Volunteens! 👋

We’re proud to welcome 71 high school students to our 2026 Volunteen Summer Program, where they’ll learn, serve, and gain a behind-the-scenes look at healthcare in action.

From clinical areas to support services, these students are already making a difference across SGMC Health and gaining experiences that could shape their future careers. 💼🩺

Take a closer look at the program and the impact these students are making at the link in the comments.

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend part of your summer? Join us for Youth Serve Day!

Youth ages 12–18 are invited to volunteer, give back, and make a real impact by helping support families facing hunger in our community this summer.

Sign up here: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/595643

Expanded academic access for scholars! SCA is proud to partner with our local colleges for opportunities like this!

Valdosta State University and Wiregrass Georgia Technical College recently signed three new articulation agreements, creating clear pathways for students with two-year technical degrees to continue their education and achieve advanced academic and professional goals.

Dr. William Crowe, interim president of VSU: “These articulation agreements reflect our shared commitment to expanding access to higher education and ensuring that students can seamlessly continue their academic journey while building on the valuable skills and experiences gained at Wiregrass. Together we are investing in the future of our students, our workforce, and the communities we serve across South Georgia.” https://bit.ly/4dlpNP6 🔥
VSU Harley Langdale Jr. College of Business VSU College of Humanities and Social Sciences Valdosta State University Admissions

The Imagination Station opens this weekend!

We are so excited to partner with the Turner Center for the Arts Children’s Imagination Station to make books available for checkout while visiting. Kids can check out using their PLAY cards or a regular PINES card. The Imagination Station opens this weekend, so be sure to visit soon!

Are you interested in Science? Check out Valdosta State University's Chemistry Camp June 1-5, 2026!

Announcement:
Chemistry Camp
June 1-5, 2026
$125
For students in 9th-12 grade in Fall 2026

Activities:
Do organic synthesis
Work with shape-changing materials
Nickel-plate small objects
Learn about the chemistry of colors

At the Department of Chemistry and Geosciences Valdosta State University

From our SCA family to yours! ❤️💐💜