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West Mecklenburg High School offers 1 Academy and 8 Pathways 

The NAF Academy of Hospitality & Tourism
Hospitality & Tourism | Marketing

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Academy Acceptance Policy:
West Mecklenburg Academies will provide a supportive, structured, and academically enriched environment to prepare ALL students for completion of high school requirements, graduation, and life after high school. Students select the Academy they would like to  enroll in during the Middle School registration process.  


 

“Career and technical education plays a vital role in allowing students to learn, apply their skills, and become productive members in society. This is an essential option for students today.”​

-Nancy Todd Colorado State Representative

Business & Community Partner Support
A combined commitment of leaders in business, education, and the community partners may:
  • Serve as Advisory Board members
  • Provide experiences helping to shape the future workforce
  • Serve as mentors or speaks and provide one-day shadowing experiences or field trips
  • Provide scholarships, special project funding, or in-kind contributions​
In compliance with federal law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.

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 ‘Friends of West Meck’ helps students access opportunities

Not every school is equal when it comes to resources and funding.
There is a group in Charlotte working to create opportunities at West Mecklenburg High School.
It is called “Friends of West Meck.”
Charla Fields, the Chair, and Harrison Williams, the Treasurer, joined QC@3.

https://qclife.wbtv.com/friends-of-west-meck-helps-students-access-opportunities/
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Platinum Level Supporter
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Future Ready Fundraiser Event

Dr. and Mrs. George Sangah, Jr. - Hawk Club 
​Lynch One Realty - Hawk Club
​Anthony Fox Esq - Event Host
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​Scholarship Opportunities 2022

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​The FoWM Stipend Sub-Committee is excited to announce that the 2nd Annual Senior Stiped Application process has opened.  The FoWM will award six (6) $500 stipends to NAF AOHT students.

Share the link with students to complete the application process.
https://forms.gle/WPBJ32vCyhAcGsfw6


"Candidates who meet the following criteria may apply for the stipend: Under the age of 21. NAF AOHT Student at West Meck High School senior who has been accepted to an accredited college or university, community college, apprenticeship, or has a plan after high-school graduation. The candidate must have at least a 2.0 GPA Involvement in community service or volunteer work is a plus STUDENTS MUST SUBMIT Two (2) Letters of Recommendation and a 200 - 400 words explain how the stipend will help you reach your goals. SCHOOL OFFICIALS MUST SUBMIT An Official Transcript DEADLINE: Monday, May 9, 2022The completed application, official transcripts, and supporting documents must be received by Monday, May 9, 2022."

Thurgood Marshall College Fund:
https://www.tmcf.org/students-alumni/scholarships/open-scholarships/

CBC Scholarships 2022

https://www.cbcfinc.org/programs/scholarships/
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​I am pleased to announce the 2022 Zeta Delta Phi Sorority, Inc. Scholarship Award Program.  Please see the attached letter which describes the mission of Zeta Delta Phi, Inc., and provides the eligibility requirements.  The application process can be found at https://zetadeltaphi.org/scholarship-requirements
 
In addition, please share this information with your school official who assists your seniors with the college and scholarship application process.  That person must go to https://zetadeltaphi.org/school-official-form to initiate the application process for your school.
 
We believe that students who have demonstrated their desire and capacity to pursue higher education deserve our support.  Thank you for your assistance in helping us achieve our goal.
 
Best,
Valerie Vallade
National Board President
Zeta Delta Phi, Inc.
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Friends of West Meck - Welcome new friends:
Advisory Board Members:
Alex - Ally Financial
Brandon - Blends & Bubbly
Tesha - American Airlines
Enchante - West Meck Alum C/O 2006
Xavier  - West Meck Alum C/O 2006

New Partnerships:
NCCU - Dr. Chen - The School of Hospitality & Tourism
ECU - Professor Emily (Department of Recreation Sciences College of Health & Human Performance 

  

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FoWM Advisory Board 
Jump Start Stipend 
C/O 2022 
Six $500 Awards

DEADLINE - May 9, 2022
​https://forms.gle/6DWFAKcWX7WBn24q9
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​NAF AOHT Capstone Event

Thursday, May 19, 2022 
Location TBD
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM 

Don't miss our students culminating academic assignment presentations.  Class of 2022 will receive their NAF Track Certifications and our 2nd Annual "Jump Start Stipends" will be awarded.

​For more details  - email Sherril.Moore@cms.k12.nc.us


NAF AOHT Speaker Series 
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​FoWM is super excited to have Alba  Colon from Hendricks Motorsports - as our featured presenter for our Women in STEM Discussion on Friday, April 8th.

FoWM Speaker Series Presents Ms. Brittany Penland Friday, April 8th ​
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Today is the day students play an important part in selecting the visual representation of our HAWK Pride.  Please share the attached Mural Link to allow students to select the seven (7) Visual representations.

Let the voting begin .....

https://bit.ly/3JPvGmF

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Art Mural Project - Featured Artist Shefalee Patel and WM Students - details share via SGA
​The Friends of West Meck Advisory Board hosted an International Women's Day STEM speaker for young ladies who are in the STEM pathways on Friday, February 11th.  More than 20 students participated in learning about little-known careers in STEM like Food Science, Marketing Analysis and more.  The event was capped off with an mini art project that was very engaging and relaxing.  Thanks, Ms. Moore for coordinating this activity.
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​NAF AOHT
​Work-Based Learning!



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H & T Industry Panel - Thursday, March 31


FoWM Future Ready Fundraiser

Future Ready - "Fundraiser" Saturday, May 21, 2022 for more details email -
West MeckAdvisoryBoard@gmail.com

To Reserve your seat - limited space must be 21 years old to attend:
https://bit.ly/3r6vEzc
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Videos
Are you having trouble accessing the video  go to youtube.com and search West Mecklenburg Advisory Board and you will find there.

It’s fundraising time... 
We are not selling cookies, popcorn or candy.  There are a couple of ways to support our efforts:
  • Make a personal donation
  • Have your company make a donation
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Academy Partnerships 

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Financial Literacy 101 

Students and Parents, Please join The West Mecklenburg High CTE  Academies Advisory Board for Financial Literacy 101 Event
 
This event will educate both students and parents on our current financial trends that we see in our communities, how to create saving habits, financial awareness around college, and how to successfully manage money. 
 
Don't miss your chance to learn and connect.
 
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Academy Program Support


We are excited to receive the Charlotte Hornets Innovation Grant for our Culminating event - The Finishing Touch: An Afternoon of Etiquette luncheon in partnership iwth the Omni Hotel Charlotte.

West Mecklenburgs CTE AOHT and AOBE students will enjoy the opporutnity to network with  more than 15 community industry leaders during our luncheon on Wednesday, January 31, 2018.

The Luncheon's Keynote speaker is Taelor Conley/Senior Sales Analyst at The Clorox Company.  

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UNC-Charlotte Belk College CEO Speaker

Five (5) Lessons from Desmond T. Martin
1. Step Up
2. Embrace an opportunity to learn
3. Work Hard & Develop an Expertise
4. Who your Friends are Matter
5. Stand for something Real
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