VA CyberCamp 2016 Student Application Packet
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Your student is applying to participate in an exciting summer science-technology-engineering-mathematics (STEM) program called VA CyberCamp 2016. The VA CyberCamp 2016 is grant funded by the Virginia Department of Education and sponsored in partnership with the Norfolk State University Computer Science Department.
VA CyberCamp is designed to promote awareness of career opportunities in cybersecurity . Students in VA CyberCamp 2016 will learn basic programming and coding while exploring concepts of electricity, circuits, and networks. Students will also research and discuss current cybersecurity events .
Dates & Location for VA CyberCamp 2016: (Your student must be available for all three weeks)
July 18 – August 4 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at I.C. Norcom High School
Transportation/Food:
Breakfast and lunch are provided free of charge!!
Bus Transportation to and from I.C. Norcom High School will be provided daily.Transportation for field trips will also be provided free of charge.
Cost: FREE
Process and Contact:
Please have your student complete this application packet and send them to the address provided on the second page of this packet.
If you have any questions, please contact: Daron Moore, VA CyberCamp Director (o) 757 393 5442 or (c) 757 477-6551
Student Name: ____________________________________________
Age & School/Grade: _______________________________________
Student’s Address: _________________________________________
Phone Number: ____________________ T-Shirt Size: _____________
Email Address: ______________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name: _______________________________________
Teacher Recommendations: Your application Packet must include two current teacher recommendations (preferably from your math, science, or technology teachers). Recommendations will include comments regarding your academics, learning style, classroom behavior, an ability to think abstractly, persistence, maturity, and creativity. Two blank forms are part of this packet.
Student Essay: Your application packet must include a one-page essay on how you perceive you will benefit from attending VA CyberCamp 2016. The essay may also include comments about your academic achievements and your interest in STEM pursuits.
The deadline to receive an application packet is Friday, May 13, 2016. All applications will be reviewed and selected by a panel of the partnering organizations. Final program participants will be chosen and notified by Friday, May 20, 2016.
Please submit your application packet to: Portsmouth Public Schools
Office of SciencesMrs. Laura Nelson
3651 Hartford StreetPortsmouth, VA 23707
VA CyberCamp 2016 Teacher Recommendation Form
Student Name: __________________________________________________________
Teacher Name: ___________________________________________________________
Teacher’s Email: __________________________________________________________
School Name & Phone Number: _____________________________________________
The student listed above is applying to attend VA CyberCamp 2016 a STEM summer camp sponsored in partnership with Norfolk State University. This student is asking for you to serve as a reference.
How long have you known the applicant? _______________________________________
In what capacity? __________________________________________________________
Please rate the student’s ability in the following areas:
Excellent Good Fair PoorAcademicsReliabilityEnthusiasmPeople SkillsSelf-ConfidenceLeadershipCreativity
Comments:
______ I do recommend the applicant for participation in VA CyberCamp 2016.
______ I do not recommend the applicant for participation in VA CyberCamp 2016.
Signature: _________________________________ Date: _______________________
VA CyberCamp 2016 Student Application Essay
Please provide a one page essay on how you perceive you will benefit from attending VA CyberCamp 2016. The essay may also include comments about your academic achievements and your interest in STEM pursuits.
Requirements: 250 word limit, typed in a 12 point font. Your essay may be attached to this form.