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New this week:
- Beta Club Convention 2024: A Voyage of Adventure!
- SENIOR BABY PICS - Deadline FEB 9
- Spring 2024 Dual Enrollment Information Sessions
- HBCU Showcase and Community Resource Fair
- CFNC Next Steps Program for Juniors and Parents/Guardians
Recent news items:
- 2024 Durham Bulls TV Crew - Now Accepting Applications
- Meredith College Leadership Conference for High School Juniors
- STEM Opportunity for High School Sophomores AT NCSU
- The VAHS Musical: “Anastasia” Is Underway!
- A Master List Of Scholarship Opportunities
- Curious About Careers? Check Out The ASVAB Career Exploration Program 2/19/24
- Yearbooks Are On Sale Now
News You Can Use
- Class of 2024 Cap and Gown Orders
- Drivers’ Education Information
- The Voyager Academy "Bring Your Own Device" Policy
- Student Clubs And Organizations
- The Voyager Academy High School Website
- VAHS Counseling Department Blog
- Athletics: Calendars, Schedules, And More
- Important Dates
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Beta Club Convention 2024: A Voyage of Adventure!
Beta Club is a nationally recognized organization that promotes academic achievement, leadership, character and service. This past weekend the Voyager Beta Club participated in the State Beta Convention! Competition was fierce but the VHS Betas rose to the challenge!
Mr. Puhala, Ms. Fortkort, and Ms. Lilly would like to thank everyone who participated in this year's convention both online and in person. We sincerely appreciate all of the hard work you all put into this competition. Whether you placed in the top 5 for an event or not, your sacrifice of time and effort did not go unnoticed.
Here are some of the Beta's that placed in their divisions:
- Maddie Norman - 5th place Biomedical Health Science 12th grade
- Sofia Vela-Foley - 1st place Language Arts 12th grade
- Olivia Merrill - 2nd place Onsite Painting Division II
- Bailey Clark, Ryann Cochran, Zach Hanspal - 4th place Performing Arts Senior Variety Act
- Voyager Academy Band - 1st place Performing Arts Small Group
- Izzy Kuehner - 3rd place Speech Division I
- Amaris Iwara - 3rd place Speech Division II
Thanks again to everyone who participated. Thanks also to the faculty and staff for all of your support! Next year's convention will be even better! If you are interested in joining Beta for next year, please see our officers Jillian Draughon, Ryann Cochran, or Luke Rogers to get more info:)
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SENIOR BABY PICS - Deadline FEB 9
Share a baby photo of your senior, and we'll feature it in the school yearbook. Kindly note that only image files in the following formats are accepted: .JPEG, .PNG, .GIF, .BMP, .TIFF, .SVG.
Please be aware that emailed images will not be accepted; kindly submit your images using the provided form. (site: https://forms.gle/eoYyV2qDcpr4Sx9S6)
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Spring 2024 Dual Enrollment Information Sessions
Any rising 11th and 12th grade student with a 2.75 GPA is eligible to take free dual enrollment classes through the CCP (Career and College Promise) program.
https://www.durhamtech.edu/dual-enrollment
This is a great opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school.
Use the link below to take the register for an Information session.
1️⃣ Learn about the advantages of CCP and how it can fast-track your child's college education.
2️⃣ Discover the diverse range of courses available for enrollment.
3️⃣ Hear success stories from students who have excelled through the CCP program.
4️⃣ Get insights into the application process and eligibility criteria.
To secure your spot, please RSVP at https://visit.durhamtech.edu/event/477422
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HBCU Showcase and Community Resource Fair
Bull City In Black: HBCU Showcase and Community Resource Fair celebrates the history and enduring legacy of historically black colleges and universities form across the state and region. On Saturday February 17, The Emily K Center will host representatives and student organizations from HBCUs and community organizations with a focus on mental health and wellness. The event id free and high school students and families are encouraged to attend.
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CFNC Next Steps Program for Juniors and Parents/Guardians
The College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) Next Step 2024 program will be available February 19th through May 31st for NC high school juniors and parents!
The program is designed for Juniors to 1) Share their plans and needs 2) Connect with NC colleges 3) Join the online program to take steps toward reaching their goals.
Check out the CFNC website for more information https://www.cfnc.org/next-step-program/
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2024 Durham Bulls TV Crew - Now Accepting Applications
The Durham Bulls Explorer Post 50 is a co-ed unpaid internship program designed for students aged 14-20. This program offers a unique and invaluable chance to gain exceptional experience in the field of television broadcasting, supported and sponsored by the Durham Bulls, Fox 50, and Capitol Broadcasting Company.
In a remarkable 26th season, Post 50 is responsible for the live broadcast of Durham Bulls games on MeTV, WRAL Sports Plus, MiLB.com, and within the ballpark.
This program is an excellent platform for students to explore their interest in broadcast communications and gain practical, hands-on experience in a professional setting.
Learn more: Durham Bulls Explorer Post 50 link: https://www.milb.com/durham/ballpark/explorer-post
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Meredith College Leadership Conference for High School Juniors
Meredith College offers an annual women's leadership conference for high school juniors who are interested in developing and sharpening their leadership skills. The Meredith College Office of Student Leadership and Service, in conjunction with the Office of Admissions, will host this free conference on Saturday, February 24, 2024.
Registration is now open through Monday, February 19, 2024. https://recruit.meredith.edu/register/leadership
Please call the Office of Admissions at 1-800-MEREDITH or e-mail admissions@meredith.edu with any questions.
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STEM Opportunity for High School Sophomores AT NCSU
NCSU SATELLITE is a five-day STEM outreach and leadership development program with the goal of exposing high school sophomores from under-resourced communities in North Carolina to post-secondary educational opportunities in STEM and its many disciplines. SATELLITE Campers have had the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities including a field trip to the Museum of Natural Sciences, an egg drop competition, plant biology seminars, workshops in paper science engineering, textiles and design, game theory, and hands-on life sciences demonstrations led by genuine NC State faculty and students. SATELLITE’s mission is fueled by our desire and passion to help close the higher educational divide among communities through equitable opportunities and exposure.
The SATELITE Program will run from May 18-22, 2024. The deadline to apply is March 8th, 2024.C heck out the website at https://caldwellfellows.ncsu.edu/mission/
(click here for flyer with info)
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The VAHS Musical: “Anastasia” Is Underway!
Mark your calendars to attend this year’s VAHS musical, “Anastasia.”
Here are the dates:
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 @ 6:30pm
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 @ 6:30pm
Thursday, March 21, 2024 @ 6:30pm
LOCATION: VAHS Gym
Congratulations to everyone cast in “Anastasia”.
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A Master List Of Scholarship Opportunities
Seniors: As you look for ways to pay for college, don't forget those scholarship opportunities!
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Curious About Careers? Check Out The ASVAB Career Exploration Program 2/19/24
The ASVAB CEP promotes career literacy through personalized career exploration, awareness of career-field entry requirements, and future-oriented planning tools that help students develop an action plan they can share with parents and educators. The ASVAB CEP is about understanding options. The ASVAB, just one part of the ASVAB CEP, assesses academic ability and predicts success in a variety of career fields. Offering a unique opportunity for all students to learn about themselves, whether they're interested in pursuing postsecondary education, work-based learning, or the Military. The Department of Defense sponsors the ASVAB CEP with a two-part mission: to provide a career exploration service to American youth and provide qualified leads to Military recruiters. Participants have no obligation to talk to a Military recruiter or enter Military service. However, students in 11thgrade and beyond can use their scores to consider enlistment.
*Voyager does not release information to military recruiters.
Please click here for the Factsheet, or contact Jill O'Kane, VAHS Counselor (jokane@voyageracademy.net) with any questions.
10th-12t grade students can register to take the ASVAB CEP here: https://forms.gle/T5LJEoAMgyAv2ofV6
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Yearbooks are on sale now!
Order a yearbook today to get the lowest price of the year!
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Class of 2024 Cap and Gown Orders
Hey Senior Families,
Please use the link below to order your VAHS 2024 Cap and Gown packages.
https://highschool.herffjones.com/secom/home
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Drivers’ Education Information
Durham Public Schools is offering 4 Driver's Education classes (via Zoom) during the 2024 spring semester.
Class dates:
- Jan. 4th - Jan. 25th Registration for this class will be Dec. 9th at 9am
- Before school class 6:30 - 8:30am
- After school class 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Class dates:
- April 15th - May 3rd Registration for this class will be March 30 at 9am
- Before school class 6:30 - 8:30am
- After school class 5:00 - 7:00 pm
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The Voyager Academy "Bring Your Own Device" Policy
Hey Voyager Vikings, remember that Voyager Academy is Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) school. All students are required to bring their own device to school each day. Please click here for the Voyager Academy BYOD policy. (Also found in the Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook).
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Student Clubs And Organizations- Get Involved!
Hey Vikings, Check Out All The VAHS Clubs!
Student life at VAHS isn’t all tests, quizzes and homework. We have Chess Club, Ice Skating Club, Gamers Club, Service Club, Computer Coding Club, American Sign Language Club, Business and Leadership Club and more. VAHS students are encouraged to join a club or other extra-curricular activity! Get involved.
Click here to see a list of VAHS Clubs.
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Other Useful Sources of Information
The Voyager Academy High School Website
One of the first places to check for basic information about VAHS is the VAHS website. Among the information you can find there are calendars and schedules, student clubs and organizations, faculty directory, the counseling page, special bulletins, etc. Here is the VAHS website:
http://voyageracademy.net/vahs
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VAHS Counseling Department Blog
Please be sure to check the VAHS Counseling Department blog frequently. The blog provides news, information, and opportunities for VAHS students and parents all in one convenient location. Topics range from Career/College Counseling and Application Support to Summer Programs and Opportunities. Check it out!
CLICK HERE FOR THE VAHS COUNSELING DEPT. BLOG
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Voyager Athletics: Click here for the sporting events calendar, and more.
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Voyager Academy Student/Parent Handbook
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Important Dates