A note from us:
Hello, Secondary Knott Scholars!
The fall has been busy and wonderful all at the same time. First Fruits was a huge success (35,000 pounds of potatoes were harvested?!) and we got to see so many of you during our fall visits. Thank you for being a part of this community!
Please be aware that the Junior Achievement organization is still accepting applications for their JA 18 Under 18 award through November 10th. Also, our Building Connections event is set for February 7th at Notre Dame of Maryland University. Please see below for details and mark your calendars!
Things to do and when:
ASAP – Complete the form to share your new/updated contact information.
November 3rd – Deadline to nominate yourself or someone you know for Junior Details are Achievement’s 18 Under 18!
January 10th – Deadline to register for Building Connections 2026!
Important:
Do you have a new personal or school email that you want us to have on file? Please complete the form below!
College readiness tip:
Being a Knott Scholar MATTERS! Be sure to list this valuable honor on your college application! Not sure how? See below in this email for the answer!
Building Connections:
Have you heard of Building Connections? This program is for SCHOLARSHIP our high school and college Scholars and very valuable. This year we are focusing on Education and how “It’s What You Make of It.”
New Personal or School Email? We want it!
Now that high school is in full force, you may be using a new personal or school email address! We would love to have your updated contact information on file so we can connect with you. Please complete the form via the link below to provide that information to us! We are missing 13 Secondary Scholar email addresses. Thank you!
https://forms.fillout.com/t/mL5ukL3N1nus
Building Connections
We offer a personal development program (for our high school and college Scholars only) called “Building Connections”. The program details are here: https://www.knottscholar.org/building-connections/. Each year we come together to build life skills outside of the classroom. Our 2026 event is all about “It’s What You Do With It” and will be focused on how you can take advantage of your education, take risks and face challenges knowing they will all lead you to your ultimate goal of success. This event will be held on February 7th (inclement weather date is 2/21/26) at Notre Dame of Maryland University and we cannot wait to see you all there!
To register:
Saturday, February 7th, 2026: Building Connections Event | Notre Dame of Maryland University
In our Knott Scholar Community, we provide unique and valuable opportunities to develop lifelong skills in our Building Connections program. Fun and food included!
Registration is required.
RSVP: https://forms.fillout.com/t/sDJnzQ5K9tus
Junior Achievement 18 Under 18- Calling All Nominees!
Now, in its fourth year, JA 18 Under 18 in partnership with Baltimore magazine shines a light on young people who are launching businesses and nonprofits, award-winning work, artists, to leading public health initiatives and strengthening their communities. These students embody the spirit of leadership, creativity, and service. Our nominations are open for JA 18 Under 18, where we honor our next class of honorees who are doing remarkable work as leaders, innovators, and gamechangers.
Winners are featured in the May 2026 issue of Baltimore magazine and also at an event in May 2026. Additionally, honorees will participate in a year-long leadership program that will provide networking opportunities among their peers and with C-Suite executives.
Important Nomination Info:
- Students in grades 6 – 11 are eligible
- Anyone can nominate a student including, self-nominators, parents/guardians, educators, mentors, friends, etc.
- Nominations close November 10, 2025
Nominate a deserving teen (or yourself!) today! Attached is additional information.
College Readiness Tip
Want to know a simple way to start that overwhelming process of college visits? Visit schools within an hour of where you live! Then, when walking around, take the name out of it, and notice being on the campus. Take your time as you learn your own preferences for big (vs small) schools, urban/rural/suburban schools, schools with D1 sports and Greek systems (or not). This gut feeling will help inform where you apply!
Thank you for reading this issue of the Scholar Scoop!
Thank you,
Mrs. Katie Johnson