Summer Programs
Summer Leadership Opportunity for Outstanding Sophomores: HOBY Youth Leadership Seminar
Since 1958, HOBY Youth Leadership has provided transformative leadership development training to over 500,000 high school students around the world. Our seminars guide students through three phases of leadership—personal, group, and service.
Students must be nominated by their high school, so any sophomores who are interested should come talk to Mrs. Ahearn for more information.
Seminar Dates: 6/18/25- 6/21/26
Seminar Location: Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, IL
Cost to the student: $350.00 if registered by Dec 12, 2025. Cost goes to $405 if registration is after 12/12/25.
Summer Law Enforcement Youth Academy | Posted 4/14/25
Students interested in the law enforcement field should check out the Kendall County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Youth Academy. This is a summer program for students ages 14-18. Participants attending the KCSO Youth Academy will attend lectures, role-play in mock scenarios, participate in physical training, become CPR certified, and can earn community service hours. Applications are due May 1. For more information and to apply, see flyer on bulletin board or go to:
https://www.kendallcountyil.gov/offices/sheriff/youth-academy
Insurance Apprenticeship | Posted 4/9/24
Seniors, if you are planning to attend Waubonsee Community College, beginning this summer, in business or finance with an emphasis in insurance, Mrs. Ahearn has an excellent opportunity for you! The Hartford Insurance Company is offering an apprenticeship program where they would pay your tuition at Waubonsee up to $5,250 per year for attending school to get your degree in Business and Finance while also paying you $22 per hour plus benefits as you work with their company. If you are interested in this excellent opportunity, you must attend a virtual session on one of the following dates: 4/15, 4/18, 4/23, 4/24 from 5-6 p.m. Please see Mrs. Ahearn for a flyer about the program and the link to the virtual meetings.
Summer Isn't Just for Relaxing for Rising Seniors
Attention Juniors, you will soon be a senior and the year will go by like lightning! You need to be prepared!! As we discussed this spring, you need to spend the summer thinking about your future after graduation and researching your options. Many college campuses are beginning to open back up, as well as union halls.
It is very important that you spend the summer looking at colleges, visiting when you can, and making sure the college not only offers what you are interested in majoring in, but also is a good overall fit. Call and make individual appointments for you and a parent to visit over the summer. College applications will be do quickly in the fall, so you must be ready. If you need to retake the SAT or take the ACT, please remember to register for those early fall dates in early July. If you need help, ask Mrs. Ahearn.
If you plan to work after high school, are you considering the union? If so, many union halls are opening back up. Call and make an appointment to talk with someone and take a tour to learn all the locals have to offer. You won’t be disappointed!! If you aren’t considering the union, but are considering full-time employment, summer is a great time to find employment and get your foot in the door with a part-time job.
Considering the military? Now is the time to begin talking with recruiters to decide which branch of military you are interested in. Spend the summer working out so you can pass the physical agility test, and practice for taking the ASVAB test (think SAT for the military). Mrs. McAnally has some books you can borrow to practice for the test, and so does the recruiter. The recruiter will let you take a practice test to see where your current scores lie so you can learn what you need to do to reach your goals and obtain the type of military position you would like to do as a career. Questions? Mrs. Ahearn can help you get in touch with a recruiter.
Summer College Classes
Would you like to take a summer college course for dual credit? Colleges are still offering this opportunity, but most will require you to attend class online and you must have adequate internet capability to attend the class. In order to attend class while in high school, you must first meet the criteria and then fill out paperwork through Mrs. McAnally’s office. Please contact Mrs. Ahearn and she will walk you through the steps to apply and register. You must receive permission before registering, so please make sure you are in communication with Mrs. McAnally about what you want to do. You must be 16 in order to register for a summer college course, and may need to take placement exams if the course requires proof of reading or math abilities.
College Courses
If you are going to be a junior or senior and would like to take a college course over the summer, please contact Mrs. Ahearn for the proper steps to enroll as a high school student in a college course. The local community colleges require you to receive permission from your home school before registering for a college course, and there is special paperwork that must be completed if you are a high school student. There are also special guidelines that must be followed as set forth by the NCHS Board of Education. For more information, please refer to your school handbook or call the counseling office.
Need something to do this summer?
Mrs. Ahearn has information in the counseling office about several summer opportunities for enrichment. Many colleges and universities offer summer programs for students. If you think you might be interested in a summer program, stop by the office to see what is available and how much it costs.
Behind on credits to graduate? Failed a course and must find a way to retake it?
Waubonsee Community College offers a summer high school program. The classes begin in June and run through July. It is possible to earn a maximum of one credit at WCC through the high school program. Typical classes offered: Algebra I, Algebra II, US History, English Composition. Brochures will be available the middle of March. Stop by and see Mrs. McAnally to learn how to sign up for the WCC Summer High School program. All classes and transportation are the financial responsibility of the parent.
Since 1958, HOBY Youth Leadership has provided transformative leadership development training to over 500,000 high school students around the world. Our seminars guide students through three phases of leadership—personal, group, and service.
Students must be nominated by their high school, so any sophomores who are interested should come talk to Mrs. Ahearn for more information.
Seminar Dates: 6/18/25- 6/21/26
Seminar Location: Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, IL
Cost to the student: $350.00 if registered by Dec 12, 2025. Cost goes to $405 if registration is after 12/12/25.
Summer Law Enforcement Youth Academy | Posted 4/14/25
Students interested in the law enforcement field should check out the Kendall County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Youth Academy. This is a summer program for students ages 14-18. Participants attending the KCSO Youth Academy will attend lectures, role-play in mock scenarios, participate in physical training, become CPR certified, and can earn community service hours. Applications are due May 1. For more information and to apply, see flyer on bulletin board or go to:
https://www.kendallcountyil.gov/offices/sheriff/youth-academy
Insurance Apprenticeship | Posted 4/9/24
Seniors, if you are planning to attend Waubonsee Community College, beginning this summer, in business or finance with an emphasis in insurance, Mrs. Ahearn has an excellent opportunity for you! The Hartford Insurance Company is offering an apprenticeship program where they would pay your tuition at Waubonsee up to $5,250 per year for attending school to get your degree in Business and Finance while also paying you $22 per hour plus benefits as you work with their company. If you are interested in this excellent opportunity, you must attend a virtual session on one of the following dates: 4/15, 4/18, 4/23, 4/24 from 5-6 p.m. Please see Mrs. Ahearn for a flyer about the program and the link to the virtual meetings.
Summer Isn't Just for Relaxing for Rising Seniors
Attention Juniors, you will soon be a senior and the year will go by like lightning! You need to be prepared!! As we discussed this spring, you need to spend the summer thinking about your future after graduation and researching your options. Many college campuses are beginning to open back up, as well as union halls.
It is very important that you spend the summer looking at colleges, visiting when you can, and making sure the college not only offers what you are interested in majoring in, but also is a good overall fit. Call and make individual appointments for you and a parent to visit over the summer. College applications will be do quickly in the fall, so you must be ready. If you need to retake the SAT or take the ACT, please remember to register for those early fall dates in early July. If you need help, ask Mrs. Ahearn.
If you plan to work after high school, are you considering the union? If so, many union halls are opening back up. Call and make an appointment to talk with someone and take a tour to learn all the locals have to offer. You won’t be disappointed!! If you aren’t considering the union, but are considering full-time employment, summer is a great time to find employment and get your foot in the door with a part-time job.
Considering the military? Now is the time to begin talking with recruiters to decide which branch of military you are interested in. Spend the summer working out so you can pass the physical agility test, and practice for taking the ASVAB test (think SAT for the military). Mrs. McAnally has some books you can borrow to practice for the test, and so does the recruiter. The recruiter will let you take a practice test to see where your current scores lie so you can learn what you need to do to reach your goals and obtain the type of military position you would like to do as a career. Questions? Mrs. Ahearn can help you get in touch with a recruiter.
Summer College Classes
Would you like to take a summer college course for dual credit? Colleges are still offering this opportunity, but most will require you to attend class online and you must have adequate internet capability to attend the class. In order to attend class while in high school, you must first meet the criteria and then fill out paperwork through Mrs. McAnally’s office. Please contact Mrs. Ahearn and she will walk you through the steps to apply and register. You must receive permission before registering, so please make sure you are in communication with Mrs. McAnally about what you want to do. You must be 16 in order to register for a summer college course, and may need to take placement exams if the course requires proof of reading or math abilities.
College Courses
If you are going to be a junior or senior and would like to take a college course over the summer, please contact Mrs. Ahearn for the proper steps to enroll as a high school student in a college course. The local community colleges require you to receive permission from your home school before registering for a college course, and there is special paperwork that must be completed if you are a high school student. There are also special guidelines that must be followed as set forth by the NCHS Board of Education. For more information, please refer to your school handbook or call the counseling office.
Need something to do this summer?
Mrs. Ahearn has information in the counseling office about several summer opportunities for enrichment. Many colleges and universities offer summer programs for students. If you think you might be interested in a summer program, stop by the office to see what is available and how much it costs.
Behind on credits to graduate? Failed a course and must find a way to retake it?
Waubonsee Community College offers a summer high school program. The classes begin in June and run through July. It is possible to earn a maximum of one credit at WCC through the high school program. Typical classes offered: Algebra I, Algebra II, US History, English Composition. Brochures will be available the middle of March. Stop by and see Mrs. McAnally to learn how to sign up for the WCC Summer High School program. All classes and transportation are the financial responsibility of the parent.
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