IEA Explore Program

Congratulations to Session I externs who culminated from EXPLORE last Friday!

Interested in learning more about non-profit work? Want to gain experience in program planning and implementation? If so, apply today for IEA's Summer Programs Intern position!

Learn more here:

https://educationaladvancement.org/summer-programs-intern/

Email cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line, "Summer Programs Intern."

Summer Programs Intern - Institute for Educational Advancement IEA is seeking a Summer Programs Intern who will work with the program staff to help develop and implement quality supplemental programs for gifted elementary, middle and high school students.

There's still spots available at our Architecture and Design site!

Through a unique series of innovative exercises, students will learn basic 3D modeling skills using Rhino and an introduction to graphical literacy using Photoshop and Illustrator. Students will also learn key design concepts, related vocabulary and communication skills through desk critiques, pinups and reviews.

Apply by May 17! Learn more here:

https://educationaladvancement.org/programs/iea-explore/explore-sites-mentors/

EXPLORE Sites & Mentors | Programs | Institute for Educational Advancement EXPLORE Summer 2019 sites will be added as they are confirmed with the mentors. Please check the EXPLORE page regularly for an updated list or sign up for our email list to stay up to date on our future EXPLORE program offerings! Also, please note that scholarships and payment plans are available to...

Interested in literature and media? Check out our newest mentor site, Red Hen Press!

Students will have the opportunity to work with Media Manager, Monica Fernandez, and Deputy Director, Tobi Harper, at Red Hen Press. Red Hen Press, one of the few literary presses in the Los Angeles area, was founded in 1994 by Kate Gale and Mark E. Cull with the intention of keeping creative literature alive. They are committed to publishing works of literary excellence, supporting diversity, and promoting literacy in our local schools.

In collaboration with the Media & Marketing team, students will create, update, and manage documents, help identify best social media practices for marketing and publicity, and gain knowledge of book marketing and production. By the end of the externship, the students will produce and oversee the marketing and media campaign for a literary work.

Apply by April 9th:
https://educationaladvancement.org/programs/iea-explore/

EXPLORE Specifics | Programs | Institute for Educational Advancement Externships Providing Leadership Opportunities in Research and Education (EXPLORE) program matches gifted and advanced high school students with distinguished mentors, hands-on research opportunities, and professional experience in their field of interest. With the support and guidance of volunteer....

Interested in film and media? Check out the newest addition to our mentor sites, Apsara Media for Intercultural Education!

A student will have an opportunity to work with UCLA Adjunct Professor, Dr. Amy Catlin-Jairazbhoy. The student will delve into several projects including learning methods of metadata production concerning field recordings and information to prepare for archiving at UCLA, editing original audiovisual fieldwork materials shot in India for online access to trailers and full videos, creating access to video and print publications for Apsara Media’s website, and researching Library of Congress protocols for depositing published audiovisual and print publications. The student will also participate in a field-trip to UCLA Ethnomusicology Archive.

Learn about Marielle's experience working at Apasara Media last summer:
https://educationaladvancement.org/the-mentoring-effect-my-life-as-an-explore-extern-part-2/

EXPLORE Sites & Mentors | Programs | Institute for Educational Advancement

Today is Day, a day to celebrate the power of mentoring relationships.

Head over to blog to read about Marielle's experience working with her mentor, Dr. Amy, last summer!

https://educationaladvancement.org/the-mentoring-effect-my-life-as-an-explore-extern-part-2/

The Mentoring Effect: My Life as an EXPLORE Extern, Part 2 - Institute for Educational Advancement EXPLORE Extern Marielle shares how working at UCLA under the guidance of Dr. Amy Catlin-Jairazbhoy shaped her worldview and future.

FEATURED EXPLORE SITE:

Are you interested in how the environment affects plant plant?

For 3 weeks, you'll have an opportunity to work with Assistant Professor, Dr.Wright, and her team of graduate researchers at CSULA’s Department of Biological Sciences! You'll help conduct fieldwork at CSULA’s campus greenhouse and at grassland sites around Los Angeles. By the end of the session, you'll be able to identify at least three grassland species in the field, explain how humidity affects plant performance, and operate basic plant physiology equipment.

Learn more: https://educationaladvancement.org/programs/iea-explore/

EXPLORE Specifics | Programs | Institute for Educational Advancement Externships Providing Leadership Opportunities in Research and Education (EXPLORE) program matches gifted and advanced high school students with distinguished mentors, hands-on research opportunities, and professional experience in their field of interest. With the support and guidance of volunteer....

Interested in taking a gap year?

USA Gap Year Fairs is an annual circuit of events that bring together reputable gap year organizations, interested students and parents, high school college counselors, and gap year experts. Students gain exposure to gap year programs and the opportunity for face-to-face conversations with professionals in the field.

Register for upcoming fairs here: https://usagapyearfairs.org/fair/sananselmo/

San Anselmo, CA - USA Gap Year Fairs Date: February 25, 2019 Location: Sir Francis Drake High School Event Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Each year during January, EXPLORE participates in the National Mentoring Month campaign. We highlight outstanding mentors and students who share their experience participating in the program.

Read about the extern experience from 2018 alumna and guest blogger, Ashley, who externed at ArtCenter College of Design

https://educationaladvancement.org/the-mentoring-effect-my-life-as-an-explore-extern-part-1/

The Mentoring Effect: My Life as an EXPLORE Extern, Part 1 - Institute for Educational Advancement EXPLORE Extern Ashley shares how working at ArtCenter under the guidance of Stan Kong shaped her future career aspirations and skills as a worker.

Help EXPLORE recruit!

We are now accepting applications for the 2019 summer program. This year, we have a great line up of mentor sites, including TreePeople, SCI-Arc, ArtCenter College of Design, UCLA departments of Biomathematics, Evolutionary Biology and Psychology, and department of Biological Sciences!

Learn more and apply today:

https://educationaladvancement.org/programs/iea-explore/explore-sites-mentors/

EXPLORE Sites & Mentors | Programs | Institute for Educational Advancement EXPLORE Summer 2019 sites and mentors will be added as they are confirmed. Please check the EXPLORE page in the new year for a more updated list or sign up for our email list to stay up to date on our future EXPLORE program offerings!

2018 is coming to a close and people often reflect on what they have or have not accomplished, or want to accomplish in the coming year.

James Clear writes a great article about how the stories you tell yourself and the things you believe about yourself can either prevent change from happening or allow new skills to blossom.

End this year on a positive note!

Fixed Mindset vs Growth Mindset: How Your Beliefs Change Your Behavior Learn about the difference between the fixed mindset vs growth mindset and how they can impact your behavior, your health, and your life.

You have 80,000 hours in your career.

Make the right career choices, and you can help solve the world’s most pressing problems, as well as have a more rewarding, interesting life.

8000hours provides talented graduates & young professionals information to find that fulfilling, high-impact career. Their advice is all free and based on five years of research alongside academics at Oxford.

Learn more: https://80000hours.org/

80,000 Hours: How to make a difference with your career You have 80,000 hours in your career. How can you use them to make a difference?

Early application deadlines have finally passed and seniors are focusing their energy on their UC applications.

Unfortunately, many students experience an "early application hangover" rather than going full steam ahead with their UC app. To help avoid this common pitfall and write standout UC essays, Shirag Shemassian published the following article:

https://www.shemmassianconsulting.com/blog/how-to-write-uc-application-essays

How to Write Great UC Application Essays (Examples Included) A step-by-step guide to conquering every personal insight question to get into your dream UC school

Searching for summer programs and internships? Check out Koality, a free database of opportunities for high schoolers created by high school students!

Start your search here:
https://www.koalityprograms.com/home

Find the Perfect Summer Program for High School Students | Koality We are dedicated to helping every high school student spend their summers meaningfully. Koality connects high school students with summer programs and internships aligned with their interests.

Even though seniors are knee-deep in the application process it's important to remember there is light at the end of the tunnel!

Check out Angela Lee Duckworth’s TED Talk which offers a brief explanation of how developing grit and a willingness to learn from failure instead of buckling under the weight of a challenge will help our students push forward in the face of the new challenges, both academic and social, as they begin their post-secondary careers.

https://www.ted.com/talks/angela_lee_duckworth_grit_the_power_of_passion_and_perseverance?language=en

Grit: The power of passion and perseverance Leaving a high-flying job in consulting, Angela Lee Duckworth took a job teaching math to seventh graders in a New York public school. She quickly realized that IQ wasn't the only thing separating the successful students from those who struggled. Here, she explains her theory of "grit" as a predicto...

Did you miss out on reading the latest EXPLORE E-Newsletter? Learn about IEA news and other college/career related opportunities!

Read on: http://hosted-p0.vresp.com/1072881/1958464e7e/ARCHIVE

Catch the next one in December! If you want to sign up to receive it, email [email protected].

Subject: EXPLORE Alumni e-Newsletter, October 2018 Welcome to a new school year EXPLORE Alum! I hope you’re all finding a happy balance between your school work, extracurricular activities, college applications and life! It’s been a while since we’ve connected and a lot has happened since this summer. For alum receiving this e-newsletter for t...

EXPLORE Mentors are doing some amazing things!

Check out this article featuring Dr. Pamela Yeh who is part of a team of UCLA biologists who discovered thousands of four- and five-drug combinations of antibiotics that are more effective at killing harmful bacteria!

http://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/8000-combinations-antibiotics-surprisingly-effective

8,000 new antibiotic combinations are surprisingly effective, UCLA biologists report “We expect several of these combinations, or more, will work much better than existing antibiotics,” said Pamela Yeh, one of the study’s two senior authors and a UCLA assistant professor of ecology and evolutionary biology.

"I consider the bond with my students a sacred one. For me, it is not enough to teach them the nuts and bolts of how to do things. My job is to teach them about themselves."

Check out this great writing piece by long-time IEA EXPLORE Mentor, Professor Stan Kong, on the importance of mentorship.

http://www.artcenter.edu/about/support/storyboard/stan-kong.html

Storyboard: Stan Kong One of the funny things about mentorship is that it doesn’t end in the classroom. Really, it doesn’t ever end—that is, if you remain curious and engaged throughout your life.

Resources for Gifted Students Applying to College - Institute for Educational Advancement Are you a gifted high school senior? Check out ten resources for gifted students applying to college from our Gifted Resource Center.

If you're interested in the Arts, Otis College of Art and Design is hosting the 100% Festival to celebrate their 100 years of dedication to giving an inspiring and transormative arts education experience to students!

The festival will feature a makers market, creative workshops, guest speakers, music, food trucks, and more! Admissions is free!

More info: https://www.otis.edu/calendar/otis-college-100-festival-day-one

Otis College 100% Festival - Day One Otis College of Art and Design opened its doors in September of 1918. That’s 100 years of dedication to giving an inspiring and transormative arts education experience. To celebrate we’re

The Pasadena Branch of the NAACP is sponsoring a STEM Crawl this Friday from 5PM-8PM!

The Crawl is a walking tour of Start-Up Companies located in Old Town Pasadena. The tour is designed to expose students to the opportunities that exist in STEM fields. Students ages 12-18 are invited. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend.

Tour includes visits to: 1. iRobot (Maker of the Roomba Vacuum) 2. Electronic Arts (Mobile Game Maker) 3.
Supply Frame (Maker Space)

RSVP at (626) 482.5652 OR
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stem-crawl-tickets-51465940012

STEM CRAWL The STEM CRAWL is a walking tour of start-up companies in Old Town Pasadena. The tour is designed to expose STEM students to the possibilities that their STEM education provides. The tour will consist of site visits to; 1. iRobot (Maker of the Roomba Vacuum) 2. Electronic Arts (Mobile Game Maker) 3....

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.

Apply today for a chance to receive a $20,000 scholarship. Deadline Wednesday, October 31, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern.

To learn more: https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/

Apply - Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Seeking visionary leaders. Apply for part of $3.1 million in scholarships for high school seniors and two-year community college students.

to some of our 2018 EXPLORE externs at work!

If you're interested in applying to EXPLORE 2019, the application will be available in mid-October!

If you live in the LA area, join PUSD's Annual College Fair at the Pasadena Convention Center on September 19th from 4pm-7pm!

https://www.pusd.us/Page/6435

Please contact Arturo Munoz for any additional information at: [email protected]

College & Career Academies / 2018 College Fair

Join IEA for our first monthly Gifted Support Group Meeting on September 20th at 6pm. Kate Duey, a Certified College Consultant, will discuss How to Prepare Gifted High Schoolers for the College Process!

Register here: https://educationaladvancement.org/services/parent-support/

Kate Duey is a Certified College Consultant and the founder of Admissions Planning, LLC. Kate will discuss about the special issues facing gifted students and their families during the college search and application process. She has worked with IEA supporting gifted students since 2009 and has a wealth of knowledge about their unique challenges and their wonderful potential. Kate has a BA from Harvard College and an MBA from Harvard Business School. She earned College Counseling Certification from the University of California, Los Angeles. Kate is a member of the National Association of College Admission Counselors, the Western Association of College Admission Counselors, and the California Association for the Gifted.

Parent Support Group | Services | Institute for Educational Advancement During the school year, IEA offers complimentary monthly gifted support group meetings featuring experts on various aspects of gifted youth. Sharing experiences with parents and educators who interact with gifted kids has proven to be enormously helpful.

Congratulations for our EXPLORE externs who culminated from their 2-week program SCI-Arc where they learned about the field of architecture!

Special shout-out to design faculty, Betty Kassis, and our amazing mentors, Abby, Natou and Mateus!

Congratulations to EXPLORE externs who completed their 3-week externship ArtCenter College of Design! They did a fantastic job presenting their final design projects at last Friday's Culmination Ceremony.
..More photos to come!

EXPLORE externs at ArtCenter College of Design are busy finalizing their design projects for their culmination this Friday!

This year, we are so grateful to partner with TreePeople to host one EXPLORE student on-site.

Extern, Alison, is assisting with several environmental projects, including hands-on tree and plant care to ensure the park thrives!