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    2022 Bank of America Student Leaders Embark on Local Internships

    Paid Summer Internships Connects Horry County Youth to Career Building Opportunities

     

    MYRTLE BEACH – Two Horry County high schoolers were selected as Bank of America Student Leaders® (#BofAStudentLeaders) this year to participate in an eight-week summer internship providing students with first-hand experience in serving their communities. These students have started their paid internship experience of workforce skills, leadership, and civic engagement with the YMCA of Coastal Carolina. As part of the program, they will earn $17 per hour, receive a Chromebook, and participate in a virtual leadership summit.

     

    Without access to career skills-building opportunities like the Student Leaders program, many young people may be left behind from a fast-changing job market, leading to higher rates of youth unemployment. Along with the Student Leaders program, Bank of America is partnering with other nonprofit partners to fund paid jobs and internships across the Horry County region as part of the bank’s overall commitment to youth employment and workforce development as a pathway to economic mobility.

     

    “Bank of America remains committed to supporting young adults by connecting them to jobs, community engagement opportunities and leadership development,” said Robin Agnew, president, Bank of America Myrtle Beach. “We recognize young adults are the future of our Myrtle Beach community, which is why programs like Student Leaders are one way we can provide paid opportunities for students to gain job experience while developing a diverse pipeline of talent as they enter the local workforce.”

     

    The Class of 2022 Horry County Bank of America Student Leaders were selected for their leadership, background, passion, and commitment to community.

    • Lorraine “Rani” Shelton (Scholar’s Academy rising senior) – is an honors student with a passion for volunteerism and service at local nonprofits.
    • Camden Smith (Scholar’s Academy 2022 graduate) – is a motivated leader who assists others through tutoring and in his customer-friendly approach to his part-time job.

     

    “These Bank of America Student Leaders are super bright and bring an eager ‘ready to go’ work ethic to helping the YMCA fulfill its spirit-mind-body mission,” said Marc McCulley, Operations Director, YMCA of Coastal Carolina. “Rani and Camden are maximizing their learning through direct participation in a rotation of YMCA programs. As these students gain valuable leadership experiences by leveraging their skillsets, they will also leave a legacy of creativity, energy, and unique projects that will benefit the Coastal Carolina YMCA, its members, and the community into the future.”  

     

    Started in 2004, the Student Leaders program recognizes 300 community-focused juniors and seniors from across the U.S. annually. The Horry County-based Student Leaders are participating in programming that includes a collaborative, mentor-focused project with YMCA of Coastal Carolina. The students will work to deliver the YMCA's spirit-mind-body mission as they participate in a rotation of leadership experiences from helping customers and summer campers to shadowing YMCA executives. They will also work together to produce digital media assets that the YMCA will be able to leverage for future programming and promotions after the summer internship concludes.  

     

    Bank of America Student Leaders will also participate in a virtual Leadership Summit, delivered in partnership with the Close Up Foundation. The Summit will include opportunities to engage with congressional leaders, hear from leaders in civil and human rights and the Stanford University Young Democracy at Home program which encourages conversation about current issues facing young people today.

     

    Bank of America
    At Bank of America, we’re guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better, through the power of every connection. We’re delivering on this through responsible growth with a focus on our environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership. ESG is embedded across our eight lines of business and reflects how we help fuel the global economy, build trust and credibility, and represent a company that people want to work for, invest in and do business with. It’s demonstrated in the inclusive and supportive workplace we create for our employees, the responsible products and services we offer our clients, and the impact we make around the world in helping local economies thrive. An important part of this work is forming strong partnerships with nonprofits and advocacy groups, such as community, consumer and environmental organizations, to bring together our collective networks and expertise to achieve greater impact. Learn more at about.bankofamerica.com, and connect with us on Twitter (@BofA_News).

     

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    Bank of America Student Leaders, Camden Smith and Rani Shelton

    Caption: Bank of America 2022 Myrtle Beach Student Leaders, Camden Smith and Rani Shelton (left to right).

     

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  • College of Charleston - M.O.V.E

     

    Our Fall Multicultural Overnight Visit Experience (M.O.V.E) application is LIVE

    Event Details 

    February 24-25 and March 17-18 (admitted students only). The registration link will be live later in the academic year. 

    Check-in Time: Friday, 9 a.m. 

    Check-out Time: Saturday, 1 p.m. 

    M.O.V.E. is free of charge and space is limited. (Note: This event if for high school juniors and seniors.) 

     

    Application

     

     

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  • "How to Get the Most Out of College"

    https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/17/opinion/college-students.html?action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=opinion-c-col-right-region®ion=opinion-c-col-right-region&WT.nav=opinion-c-col-right-region

    "The Two Most Important College Admissions Criteria Now Mean Less"

    https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2018/05/college-admissions-gpa-sat-act/561167/

    Your high school years may be the most exciting and important ones you will spend in school. For the first time, you'll have lots of choices to make about what you study. It's important to know that the choices you make for 9th grade - as well as 10th, 11th, and 12th - will affect the choices you'll have for the rest of your life.

    No matter what you dream of doing with your life, preparing yourself for more education beyond high school is your wisest plan right now. Post-high school education can provide valuable experiences that contribute to a better quality of life for you. Whether or not you go on to a college, university, career, or technical school, the information and skills you learn in your high school classes will always be useful in the world of work. Remember: Everyone, in every kind of job, needs to be able to write and speak clearly, listen carefully, understand what is written and spoken, and use math effectively.

    9th Grade- Freshman

    Getting ready for college isn't all work. Find something you really like doing, and then dive into it. Maybe you're drawn to sports, student council, music or art. Join a school group or club, or find other ways to follow your passion. You'll develop skills and show colleges you can make a commitment and stick with it. Click here for more information to guide you during your freshman year. 

    10th Grade - Sophomore

    You can get on track for the SAT while you're a sophomore. Taking the PSAT is a great way to practice for the SAT. Then taking the PSAT again as a junior can help you qualify for scholarships. Click here for more information and resources to help you during your sophomore year. 

    11th Grade - Junior

    Your junior year is the last complete year that colleges may review, so it's important to maintain good grades. Keep in close touch with your guidance office about your grades and course selection. Click here for resources to make your junior year more successful.

    12th Grade - Senior

    During your senior year, you will finalize your college choice. This year is filled with admission applications, scholarship essays, financial aid information, and the need to meet deadlines. Click here for additional resources to help you during your senior year. 

    Serving in the Armed Forces

    Joining the military can provide you with an amazing education. Yet to take advantage of these educational opportunities, you must enlist, a decision that can’t be made lightly. Click here for more resources to help guide you.

    Trade or Vocational Training

    Learning a trade by attending a career college or vocational school might be for you. Aptitude, career interests, high-school record, and life goals all are part of making this decision.  Click here for more information on trade or vocational training opportunities. 

    Student-Athletes

    If you want to compete in NCAA sports at a Division I school, you need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center to make sure you stay on track to meet initial eligibility standards. Click here to learn more.

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  • Financial Aid and other Resources

    The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the KEY application to determine eligibility for college financial aid.  Filling out the FAFSA application not only unlocks access to Federal Aid such as student loans or a Pell Grant, but many institutions also use the FAFSA application to determine their own need-based financial aid awards. Learn More.

     

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