Education

Georgia's 2012 Military Academy Day - May 12

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Students, you're invited to meet representatives of America's Military Academies at Georgia's 2012 Academy Day on Saturday, May 12. You MUST register by 5:00 pm on April 30, 2012 online at http://isakson.senate.gov/contactsad.cfm or by calling Nancy Brooks at 770.661.0999. Applicants may also contact Congressman David Scott's District Office at 770-210-5073 for more information on how to…

Saving for College

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Many seniors in high school are counting the days until they can graduate and start college.  However, their parents may be dreading the coming expenses for tuition.  The cost of college tuition is increasing faster than the rate of inflation and a lot of families do not want to rack up huge student loan debts.  Grants and loans are available to many students.  Yet,…

Congressman Scott Honors 2012 Military Academy Nominees

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Today Congressman David Scott (GA-13) announced his nomination of 23 area students to our nation’s prestigious military academies.  Congressman Scott honored these outstanding young people and their families during a special ceremony at the National Archives Center in Morrow, Georgia.  The ceremony featured Chapel Hill High Color Guard of Douglasville and guest speakers from the…

Congressman David Scott Announces 10th Annual Congressional Art Competition

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Today Congressman David Scott (D-GA) announced his sponsorship of the 10th Annual Congressional Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery, for Georgia’s Thirteenth Congressional District.  High school students from throughout Georgia’s 13th District are invited to submit artwork for the competition. Artwork submitted to the competition will be on display March 1 – 25 at the Arts Clayton…

Rep. Scott Announces Oct. 28 Deadline for Military Academy Applications

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Today Congressman David Scott (GA-13) announced that applications are available for students interested in a nomination to our nation’s military service academies. “The privilege of nominating qualified students to the United States Air Force, Military, Merchant Marine, and Naval Academies is one of my most important and rewarding responsibilities,” said Congressman Scott. “The education…

Congressman David Scott and Mrs. Alfredia Scott Honor Student Scholars

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Today Congressman David Scott (GA-13) and Mrs. Alfredia Scott honored 10 area students who received a total of $14,600 in scholarship awards through the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Spouses Scholarship program. “By earning these awards, each student has demonstrated strong work ethics and a high commitment to achieve excellence in their schools and communities,” said Congressman…

Congressman Scott Recognizes Student Artists

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Today Congressman David Scott (GA-13) announced more than $25,000 in scholarships for the top winners of the 13th District’s 9th Annual Congressional High School Art Competition.  Congressman Scott honored these outstanding young people and their families during a special ceremony at the Arts Clayton Gallery in Jonesboro. To view photos click here. “This year’s competition was…

Scott to Honor Student Artists

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Congressman David Scott will host an awards ceremony to honor all participating students of his 9th Annual Congressional High School Art Competition.  The reception will be held Saturday, March 19, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at the Arts Clayton Gallery, located at 136 South Main Street, Jonesboro, GA 30236.  Residents from throughout the 13th District are invited to come out to support area…

Scott Announces Scholarship Opportunities

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Congressman David Scott (D-GA) announced today that applications for the 2011 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarships are now available.    “I am pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for deserving 13th District students,” said Congressman Scott.  “These scholarships present a wonderful opportunity to expand educational resources available…