*This agenda is subject to change. Final details will be sent closer to the event date.*
2:00-5:00 PM Check-In & On-site Registration
2:00-5:00 PM College and Career Fair
Meet representatives from outstanding universities and explore opportunities with corporate, educational, and government leaders of renowned organizations from around the globe.
2:00-5:00 PM NSHSS Store
Snag your NSHSS swag!
3:00-4:00 PM Welcome Reception
Enjoy snacks and beverages while you wait for the Welcome Session to kick off.
3:30-4:00 PM Welcome Performance
4:00-4:20 PM Welcome Session
Scholar’s Day Atlanta 2023 will kick off with a welcome message from NSHSS President and Co-Founder Mr. James Lewis, followed by event announcements and more.
4:20 - 6:45 PM Be More-A-Thon Finalist Presentations
View the projects, prototypes, and nonprofits selected to compete in the NSHSS Be-More-a-Thon for the chance to win a $10,000 grant.
7:00-8:00 PM Member Party
Students, let loose with fellow members at a party just for you! Music, games, and refreshments come together to create a great opportunity to network.
7:00-8:00 PM Parent Session
Parents, this session is just for you! Sit back and learn more about the college admissions process in this parent-only session hosted by an NSHSS educational partner.
8:00 AM-2:00 PM Check-in & Onsite Registration
8:00-9:00 AM Breakfast
Wake up with coffee and a continental breakfast!
8:00 AM-2:00 PM College and Career Fair
Meet representatives from outstanding universities and explore opportunities with corporate, educational, and government leaders of renowned organizations from around the globe.
8:00 AM-2:00 PM NSHSS Store
Snag your NSHSS swag!
9:00-10:00 AM Future Focused Panel
Hear from a variety of well-respected professionals about what they are looking for from the next-generation workforce and how to build important skills to be prepared to make the transition from academic success to career achievement.
10:00-11:00 AM General Sessions - TBA
11:00 AM-1:00 PM Lunch On Your Own
Enjoy lunch with your family at a local restaurant. There are plenty nearby to choose from!
1:00-1:45 PM Navigating Scholarship & Admission Applications Like a Pro
Hear members of the NSHSS Collegiate Council, and Fellows discuss some tips for standing out in the college admissions process and finding scholarships that work for you! Live Q&A during the session.
1:45-3:00 PM General Sessions - TBA
3:00-4:00 PM Closing Remarks and Awards
Hear final thoughts of inspiration from our closing speaker, scholarships are presented, Educator, Grant, Claes Nobel World Betterment Award, and Be MORE-A-THON winners will be announced!
4:00-5:00 Member Recognition Ceremony
All members will be invited on stage to receive an honor medallion for their academic achievements!
BE MORE-A-THON
NSHSS celebrates and honors lifetime members from across the globe who believe in being the next agents of change and the next thought leaders. The $100,000 NSHSS Be More Fund is a program set up to provide funding to NSHSS members aspiring for world betterment and will award $10,000 grants to the ten winners.
As part of the fund requirements, the top 15 finalists will be selected to participate in a LIVE judged competition at Scholar's Day Atlanta for all event attendees to watch. Finalists will present their projects live during the event in front of a panel of judges to compete for their chance of earning one of the $10,000 grants. All competitors will leave the event even more inspired to continue their efforts to make the world a better place!