Special Programs
Below is a list of various programs available to students through various organizations, colleges and universities. Please contact the Guidance Department if you have any questions.
Sister Cities Czech Republic Student Exchange
Last fall, the Owensboro Sister Cities program hosted a high school exchange with students from Hejčín gymnázium (high school) in Olomouc, Czech Republic. They are now planning on making the reciprocal part of the exchange— Owensboro students travelling to the Czech Republic for two weeks to visit and learn.
Who is eligible? Any person who will be a sophomore/ junior/ senior at an Owensboro-area high school during the 2011-2012 school year is eligible. The student must be in good standing at his/her school, and be eligible to travel to the Czech Republic (America citizens need only a passport, which can take a month or two if you do not have one). For more information see Mr. Lowe by April 22nd
Murray State University is hosting their summer Cyber Cave Program
The CyberCave is an interactive, hands-on laboratory which caters to high school students seeking to explore today's world of cutting edge technology. The CyberCave program is sponsored and delivered by faculty and staff from MSU's Program of Distinction in Telecommunications Systems Management.
At CyberCave Academy, you will learn about a variety of technologies that may include: Basic Computer networking, Wireless technology, Voice Over IP, Network Security, Network applications, computer media and satellite communications and GPS.
Academy is open to all high school students at any experience level. Whether you have the opportunity to take computer and networking classes at school, or not, we will teach you what you need to know.
All you have to do is print off the Academy Application/Brochure, read through the brochure to find out more, fill out the application and send it in. There are three first year camps to choose from, so you may choose which week is best for you. Status letters will be sent out in the first week of May. All camps are residential and every student will stay in a Murray State Residential College. See Coach Lowe in the counseling office for more info.
Cyber Academy #1 – June 13-17
Cyber Academy #2 – June 27-July 1
Cyber Academy #3 – July 11-15
Summer Programs
Murray State is once again sponsoring the Commonwealth Honors Academy again this summer. For more information please contact Mr. Lowe.
Lipscomb University in Nashville Tn is offering a Summer Scholars Program July 8-17 for juniors. The summer program includes the opportunity for juniors to receive college credit. For more information see Coach Lowe.
Georgetown University in Washington D.C. is also offering a Summer Program for juniors. Various dates available. See Coach Lowe for more information