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tagged: DHS Student Memo 1/5/12
SAE Engineering Scholarships: HYPERLINK “http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsengineering.htm” \t “_blank” http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsengineering.htm Deadline is January 15, 2012.
2012 ASYMCA Essay Contest: This contest is for children who are currently in the 1st through 12 th grade and are dependents of active duty or retired military personnel. The subject of the essay must be “My Military Hero.” Students should visit the Armed Services YMCA website ( HYPERLINK “http://www.asymca,org/” \t “_blank” www.asymca,org) for complete rules and an entry form. All entries must be received by March 16, 2012.
National MS Society Scholarship Program: Students who have been diagnosed with MS or who have a parent with MS should go to
http://www.nationalmssociety.org/living-with-multiple-sclerosis/society-programs-and-services/scholarship/index.aspx . Deadline is January 13, 2012.
VCU School of the Arts/Music Department has scheduled auditions for prospective students for the 2011-12 school year: January 28, 2012 – Auditions, February 18, 2012 – Auditions, February 20, 2012 – Auditions
SOPHOMORES: The Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Conference will be held May 18-20 at JMU. HOBY brings students across the state together who have potential or demonstrated leadership ability. Students must write a 300 word essay on the most rewarding or challenging aspect of being a leader on your school and community. Only one student will be selected. If you are interested, please see your counselor.
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Sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to apply for a “Young Writers Workshop” sponsored by Denison University in Granville, Ohio from June 17-24, 2012. To find out more information, visit HYPERLINK “http://reynolds.denison.edu/” \t “_blank” http://reynolds.denison.edu. Application deadline: March 9.
Sophomore and Junior girls interested in the field of Engineering: The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) will be sponsoring a High School Visitation Program on February 25, 2012. The purpose of this program is to introduce young women to various opportunities and fields of engineering. Enrollment will be capped at the first 200 students accepted. Sixty of those will be invited to spend the night in UVA dorms with first year SWE members. There is a $15 non-refundable application fee and an additional $25 fee for those students accepted. Applications must be postmarked by January 20, 2012.
JUNIORS AND SENIORS:
Virginia Council on the Status of Women (VCSW) 2012 STEM Essay Contest: Young women should be in their junior or senior year in high school and hold at least a 2.5 GPA to apply. Entries should follow the guidelines and submitted through HYPERLINK “javascript:openWin(‘/WorldClient.dll?Session=UMTIWCX&View=Compose&New=Yes&To=council.women@dss.virginia.gov’,'Compose’,800,600,’yes’);” council.women@dss.virginia.gov. The deadline for entries is 3 p.m. on February 20, 2012. see your counselor for an application. (shared)
The Lee-Jackson Educational Foundation Scholarship can be found at HYPERLINK “http://www.lee-jackson.org/” \t “_blank” http://www.lee-jackson.org. Students in grades 11-12 will write an essay on either General Robert E. Lee or General Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson. See website for application and details. Deadline is 2-15-12.
Seniors: Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 11, 2012. Virginia State University will host Super Saturday 2012 from 10 AM – 2 PM in the Engineering Building. This event will offer FAFSA Assistance, a College Fair, Health Fair, Tax Preparation, and Door Prizes. A book voucher scholarship will be awarded to a participating student who will attend Virginia State University. Parents and students are encouraged to attend.
Seniors: Bryant and Stratton College will be offering a special opportunity for seniors to enroll in a college course for free through their school. The three courses being offered are Intro. to Healthcare, Intro. to Criminal Justice, and Business Principles. The 15 week term begins on January 11th from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. If interested see your counselor.
SCHOLARSHIPS:
Col. Charles E. Savedge Scholarship: Seniors with a minimum of two years as a participant of your school’s
publications staff (either yearbook, newspaper/newsmagazine or literary magazine) or have achieved equivalent participation through contributions to community or professional publications may apply. See your counselor for more information. Only one student may be selected to represent our school. Entry must be postmarked by March 1.
Virginia Mayflower Society: Applicant must be a high school senior, have 3.0 GPA, and must be sponsored by a member of the Society of Mayflower Descendants in the Commonwealth of Virginia but need not be a member of the Society or related to a member.* Please include activity list, transcripts, & essay. Applications must be received by our Scholarship chairman by March 15, 2012. (shared)
The Hood Sportsmanship Scholarship: Seniors must have proven their ability to put the spirit of competition above winning while participating in a varsity sport. Must have 3.0 GPA or higher and performed volunteer work in the community.
An essay explaining how they display sportsmanship and integrity on and off the field is required. HYPERLINK “http://www.hood.com/promo/scholarship/Default.aspx” \t “_blank” http://www.hood.com/promo/scholarship/Default.aspx Deadline: February 1, 2012.
National Eagle Scout Association 2012 Scholarships: HYPERLINK “http://nesa.org/applications.html” \t “_blank” http://nesa.org/applications.html Deadline is January 31, 2012
VA Credit Union Scholarship: Must be a member of VACU and have 3.0 GPA. Go to HYPERLINK “http://www.vacu.org” \t “_blank” www.vacu.org to apply. deadline is March 30, 2012.
43rd annual National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards: Seniors who are planning careers in government service should apply. Go to http://gwcf.org/SchlProgram.html . The deadline is Jan. 15, 2012.
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