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Scholarships

West Virginia Garden Club Scholarship

The Ester J. Hinchman $500 Scholarship

West Virginia high school senior Plan to attend college Major in some form of Environmental Studies: Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry, Botany,

Conservation, Land Management, Environmental Concerns, Geology, or related subjects. Must be sponsored by the West Virginia Garden Club (see Counselors for information on getting

sponsorship. Complete application Enclose transcripts Provide letters of recommendation Write a minimum 250 word typed document listing the applicant’s purpose for applying, goals, and any

background information regarding: school activities, community involvement financial need, personal commitment, etc.

Due February 1, 2018

Applications available in the Counseling Complex, along with more information.

VFW Voice of Democracy CompetitionVeterans of Foreign Wars of the United States

Open to grades 9-12Voice of Democracy entry form requiredWrite and record an audio essay of 3-5 minutes, on an annual patriotic theme. Theme “American, History: Our Hope for the Future”

Awards:Winners receive an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.D., March 3-7, 2018, to tour the city, be honored by the VFW and its Auxiliary and receive their portion of $154,000 in national awards, the top scholarship being $30,000.For more information go to www.vfw.org and to download the application or go to the Counseling Complex.

Entry Deadline: October 31, 2017

SunTrust Off to College Scholarship SweepstakesCriteria:

Current high school seniors and undergraduate college students

No GPA or financial need requirement

Awards:

Thirty (30) $500 scholarships to be awarded for education expenses

Application details:

Enter online or by mail once every two weeks starting September 12, 2017. Enter up to 15 times during the sweepstakes period until May 14, 2018.

Two winners randomly chosen every two weeks from October 30, 2017 to May 14, 2018

Entry:

Starting September 12, 2017, at

suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes

2017 Disability History Essay Contest

Dear West Virginia High School Seniors:

The Disability History Contest Committee is proud to announce the 2017 Disability History Essay Contest in West Virginia! This contest is designed to provide you with an opportunity to showcase your writing skills, share what you have learned about the Disability Rights Movement, use your ability to form and express opinions, and perhaps to earn some money to help you into your future! All high school seniors are invited to submit an entry.

Contest rules are located on the bottom of the included entry form – be sure to read them carefully and follow ALL the rules.

All entries must include the completed entry form and must comply with all contest rules. Points will be deducted for any failure to follow the rules, including failure to use “people first language.” While federal law prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, we still face barriers every day. The development of new technology has reduced or eliminated many barriers and people with disabilities are eager access it, when cost

is not a barrier. New and promising breakthroughs in technology, including robotics, continue to attack barriers in medical care, sports, indoor/outdoor recreation, mobility, and daily living. The essay topic this year is:

“How technology has removed barriers and improved the lives of people with disabilities.”

The top award will be presented to the state winner, and awards may be presented to first-place and second-place entries from six Districts of our state. The awards are as follows:

State Winner...............................................................................$3,000

District First Place (6)..................................................................$1,500

District Second Place (6).............................................................$750

Funding for all awards is provided through a generous grant from the West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services.

All entries must be postmarked, faxed, or emailed by October 31, 2017 and be submitted to:

WV Statewide Independent Living Council

PO Box 625 E-mail: kathi.young@wvsilc.org

Institute, WV 25112-0625 or Fax: 304-766-4721

ATTN: Essay Contest

This contest is a collaborative effort of the WV Division of Rehabilitation Services, the Statewide Independent Living Council and the State Rehabilitation Council, with cooperation from the WV Department of Education and the WV Department of Education and the Arts in recognition of

WV Disability History Week.

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Other key points we cover are seen below:- What are Scholarships?- 13 Types of Scholarships- Applying for Scholarships: A Step-by-Step Process- Essay Tips- Letters of Recommendation Tips- Spotting Scholarship Scams- Other Options

Archways Scholarship

For McDonald’s employees $700.00 a year while attending post high school education Employees can further apply for additional scholarships up to $7,500

See your McDonald’s manager for more details.

PEO STAR Scholarship

Eligibility:

Senior Women Exhibits excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, community service and potential for future

success Minimum Cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 Citizen of United States Plans to attend college in fall following high school graduation Is recommended by the local P.E.O. chapter

Application in the Counseling Complex Scholarship drawer.

Due October 18, 2017

United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship 2018

Must be a U.S. citizen Must attend a post-secondary college, university, or vocational school 100-300 word personal statement Must follow all requirements of the application process

Deadline:January 5, 2018

Barbour All County Sports Organization Scholarship 2018

BACSO Rules:

Must have played a sport in a Barbour County Middle School Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 Must be attending a college/university, vocational or technical school $500 scholarship awarded to 1 male and 1 female Applications must be received no later than April 1, 2018 Application must be sent directly to the BACSO scholarship committee Required essay must be attached to the application

Mail completed scholarship and essay to:

BACSO Scholarship Committee93 Industrial Park RoadBelington, WV 26250

West Virginia Lions Youth Camps and Exchange Contest

Objectives:

To create and foster a spirit of understanding among the peoples of the world. To encourage West Virginia youth to experience cultures of other countries.

Contest Criteria:

Travel grant for students in grades 10-12, ages 16-21 or a recent graduate Toward a 4-6 week cultural exchange to Finland, Japan, Italy, Peru, Germany, France or Australia Summer of 2018 $1,200 and possibly more 1 page essay explaining why you want to participate in the lions Youth Camps & Exchange Program.

Valid Applicants will be interviewed at Braxton Middle School in Sutton, WV at 10:30 am on December 2, 2017.

Entry Deadline:

November 15, 2017

Resume Genius ScholarshipDeadline: December 15, 2017For: high school seniors; current college studentshttp://bit.ly/2aPjnZ9

NEW! Simple Texting ScholarshipDeadline: December 15, 2017For: high school seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2sAOTSg

NEW! StudyPug Math ScholarshipDeadline: December 15, 2017For: high school students; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2ekX52n

NEW! Holiday Traditions ScholarshipDeadline: December 17, 2017For: high school seniors 18+ years old; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2x280cL

Make a Difference Video ScholarshipDeadline: December 18, 2017For: current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2w6VHXD

NEW! Tobi Cares ScholarshipDeadline: December 31, 2017For: women enrolled in collegeLink: http://bit.ly/2ge1c31

A Better America ScholarshipDeadline: December 31, 2017For: current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2flWxgj

Youth Forward ScholarshipDeadline: December 31, 2017For: high school sophomores, juniors and seniors; current college freshmenLink: http://bit.ly/2nhKoYd

Hometown Heart ScholarshipDeadline: January 3, 2018For: current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2g55jgX

NEW! Levin Firm ScholarshipDeadline: February 15, 2018For: high school seniors; current college students; graduate studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2jbuORF

Infographic Scholarship ContestDeadline: April 26, 2018For: high school seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2xa7I3v

NEW! Dr. Summit Shah ScholarshipDeadline: May 1, 2018For: high school seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2yKkWlz

Ivey Engineering ScholarshipDeadline: May 15, 2018For: high school seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2wGic9j

NEW! Fix Your Skin ScholarshipDeadline: May 25, 2018For: high school seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2hlXp6q

Liaison Data-Inspired Future ScholarshipDeadline: May 31, 2018For: high school seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2xOwzqN

Course Hero ScholarshipDeadline: monthlyFor: current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/28YHUHf

Courage to Grow ScholarshipDeadline: monthlyFor: high school juniors/seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/1GkOxRd

The World Dances ScholarshipDeadline: monthlyFor: students of all agesLink: http://bit.ly/1sRhqOa

Look Twice, Save a Life ScholarshipDeadline: December 1, 2017For: high school seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2xDXyUN

Pumpkin Scholarship 20183 - $2,000. scholarships offered to graduating seniors entering a PUBLIC West Virginia college in the fall of 2018.

3 - $2,000. Scholarship offered to a graduating senior entering a PUBLIC certified career/technology training program in the fall of 2018.

Applications can be found at www.wvpumpkinpark.com or in the scholarship drawer in the Counseling Complex

Application must be postmarked by March 15, 2018

The 3rd Annual “Storytellers of Tomorrow” High School Creative Writing Contest

Are you a creative writer? Want to win money for your writing ability? Need something to do over the holiday break? Prizes range from $50. to $200. plus a t-shirt, in a couple of different categories. Winner’s stories will be published. January 15, 2018 is the deadline to submit your story online. For more information, see the scholarship board outside the counseling complex.creativewriting@ringling.edu

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

We are pleased to inform you that the online application for the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is now available at www.jackierobinson.org. The JRF application is the vehicle through which more than 4,000 talented young minority high school students apply to become JRF Scholars and carry on the civic-minded legacy of the Foundation’s namesake, Jackie Robinson.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:

Be a graduating, minority high school senior Plan to attend an accredited and approved four-year institution within the United States Show leadership potential Demonstrate a dedication to community service Present evidence of financial need Be a United States citizen Have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21 Not possess a degree from a 2 or 4-year college when applying for the scholarshipThe deadline to submit the application for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is February 1, 2018 by 5:00 pm ET.

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Guaranteed Scholarships and Financial Aidwww.guaranteed-scholarships.com

A listing of guaranteed scholarships, financial aid, grants, and awards offered by colleges and universities, available to all students meeting the stated scholarship ...

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Hotsinpiller Scholarship

Criteria: Graduating Senior 3.0 CUM GPA Accepted to a West Virginia College or University Majoring in criminal justice or related field

Requirements: Completed application Typed answers to questions on application Transcript ACT Scores College acceptance letter Letter of recommendation from H.S. Counselor Meet February 1, 2018 deadline

AES Laurel Mountain Wind and Energy Storage Facility

Awarding a one-time scholarship to senior class students attending Elkins High & Philip Barbour High Schools seeking higher education at a college, university, or trade school.RequirementsAcceptance to a West Virginia college, university, or trade school.High School Academic Achievement – Minimum GPA of 3.0.Minimum ACT Composite Score of 20 or Minimum SAT Score of 1410.Essay Responses.Extra-Curricular Honors and Activities

Due DateMonday, April 02, 2018Applications are available in the Counseling Complex

Davis Health System Foundation Scholarship$1,000.00 to graduating seniors in Randolph, Barbour, Tucker, Pocahontas and Upshur counties who will be pursuing a certification or degree in a healthcare field.

Criteria for judging the applicant will be based on: Cumulative GPA ACT/SAT score Extracurricular and/or community activities Residence in one of the above listed counties and have resided in West Virginia for at least four

years prior to the date of the award Intent to attain a certificate or degree program in the healthcare field

Applicant must submit the following materials:Application

o 3 letters of recommendations: 2 from a teacher, professor or supervisor, 1 from a community member (not a relative)o An official high school transcript and transcripts of any college credits acquiredo List of current semester classes.o An essay of 250-500 words outlining how the applicant became interested in a health-related career, his or her

educational and career goals, and any personal experiences, attributes or family situation that would help the selection committees when considering the candidate for these awards.

Application in Counseling ComplexDue: March 23 rd , 2018

Philippi Lions Club Student Scholarship Application

A $500 Scholarship is available for an accredited post-secondary program including Technical Schools or 2 -4 Year college program. Scholarship money will be awarded at the end of the first semester of successful achievement in a post-secondary program. The student will provide the Lions Club with a transcript of successful achievement.

Please submit a letter of application with the following information:NameAddressPhone NumberHave you been a resident of Barbour County for more than one year?Please list and briefly describe your community service and/or work history.

Please attach a copy of SAT and/or ACT scores if available.Please attach a copy of your high school transcript.

Please attach a written response to the following questions.Please describe your career and personal goals over the next 5 years.How will this scholarship make a difference in meeting your educational and career goals?

References: (2) References cannot be a relative.References can include a teacher, pastor, leader/supervisor of a community service program, work supervisor 1 of your references must respond to your written response to application questions.

Please Submit application and supporting documents and letters of reference to Philip Barbour High School counselors by April 1. A short interview may be requested.

John R. Rose Sr. Memorial Scholarship

Provides an approximately $1,700 scholarship for a graduating senior from a high school in Barbour, Randolph or Tucker county, who is pursuing a degree in the large animal farming industry or veterinary medicine at a college, university, technical or trade school. The applicant must have a 2.5 GPA or higher. Special consideration will be given to those students participating in 4H or FFA programs in Barbour, Randolph or Tucker County. This is a non-renewable scholarship, you must reapply during the next scholarship cycle if you wish to be considered for funding again.

Apply for the Rose Sr. Scholarship

Barbour County and Tucker County Community Foundation Scholarships

One application online for both communitiesFoundation committee to determine which scholarships individual applicants are eligible to receive11+ scholarships ranging from $300. - $1400.Come to the counseling complex to see a list of the scholarships.

http://www.barbourcountycf.org/Look on the grants and scholarships tabApplication Deadline: April 15, 2018

Barbour County Community Foundation Derek Shomo Memorial Scholarship

$250.00Criteria:

Philip Barbour High school Senior Member of the Philip Barbour baseball team or softball team Have applied and been accepted to a college or technical school

Application deadline is April 15, 2018

GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPSCFWV has a database of thousands of scholarships and financial aid programs from organizations across the nation!We post several opportunities each week on Facebook and Twitter. Below are a few programs we've shared lately.

Check this one out! Federal Pell GrantFor: 12th graders; college students; adult learners

Link: http://www.fafsa.gov

NEW! United States Institute of Peace Essay ContestDeadline: March 15, 2018

For: students in grades 9 - 12Link: http://bit.ly/2HbMAuU

NEW! Swackhamer Disarmament Video ContestDeadline: April 1, 2018

For: students of all agesLink: http://bit.ly/2p5YUrB

Infographic Scholarship ContestDeadline: April 26, 2018

For: high school seniors; current college studentsLink: http://bit.ly/2xa7I3v

Washington Scots Charity & Education Fund ScholarshipDeadline: April 30, 2018

For: students of Scottish descentLink: http://bit.ly/2krDaS5

NEW! Mark A. Forester ScholarshipDeadline: June 1, 2018

For: high school seniors; current college students who are currently in the military or are veterans, or the child of a military member/veteran

Link: http://bit.ly/1wF8tXE

NEW! Caregiver ScholarshipDeadline: June 30, 2018

For: high school seniors; current college students who are caregiversLink: http://bit.ly/2xHyIVq

Hello! Thank you for allowing us to share our scholarship information with you! The 2018 program is now up and running and the details are below!The 2018 ScholarshipFor 5 years, every time we've raised the bar for our scholarship, students have surpassed it! So, this year we're upping the challenge once again. To demonstrate our continued belief in students' phenomenal ability to use their learning to better the world around them, we created the:HonorsGradU Design a Better Future $10,000 ScholarshipThe GIST:Whether through essays or multimedia, students have used their voices to share visions for a better world. So, here's their chance to put them to action! We're asking high school seniors to submit a proposal for how they'll better their communities. Because this will be a much more rigorous process with multiple rounds, we're also raising the bar for tuition awards: from five $1,000 tuition awards to five $10,000 tuition awards! We will also fund the top project up to $5,000.

The PROCESS:

We will be breaking the process into 3 rounds, using the principles of design thinking:

1 Design and submit your ROUND 1 proposal:

◦ First 3 stages of design thinking Launch cycle◦ Students submit overall proposal based on the Ford Institute community building principles◦ We select applications based on their completion, seriousness, and viability, offering feedback for those approved to

move on to round 2.◦ Deadline: April 8, 2018, 11:59 MST2 Design and submit your ROUND 2 artifact:◦ Next 3 phases of design thinking launch cycle (all but the final launch)◦ Students submit an artifact representing their progress and learning◦ We give additional feedback◦ Deadline: April 15, 2018, 11:59 MST3 Design and submit your ROUND 3 reflection:◦ LAUNCH phase of design thinking launch cycle.◦ Students submit a final reflection that shares how their project is doing one of the following: 1) increasing

connections, 2) building capacity, or 3) taking community-led action. They also share their ideas for acquiring further funding, in addition to the $5,000 from HGU if selected as the top finalist.

◦ Include a video of yourself working on your project◦ Deadline: April 15, 2018 at 11:59 MST.We will select 5 winners to receive $10,000 tuition scholarships to their colleges, with the top one receiving $5,000 funding to launch their project into the design thinking cycle once more during the summer of 2018 to maximize impact.

Here is a link to anything else you may need to know to tell your students about our scholarship, including a digital form for them to submit their projects: w ww.honorsgradu.com/scholarship . Ways to share this scholarship with your students include sharing the link on your school's website, and posting our printable flyer on your bulletin board.

Thank you, and please don’t hesitate to ask if you have questions!

Lindsay MechamScholarship Marketing ChairHonors Graduation, LLCPhone: 801-852-2339Email: scholarship@honorsgraduation.com

Belington Community Medical Services Association Scholarship

Senior living in Barbour County for at least four years prior to the date of the award, seeking 2-4 year, training beyond high school in a medical related field.

Two students will receive $1,000.00 over two years. Award made directly to the student.

Award based on:

a. Overall Grade Point Average.b. Extracurricular and/or community activities.c. Be resident of Barbour Countyd. Demonstrate a sincere desire to attain a certificate or degree.e. Demonstrate financial need.

Deadline: April 25, 2018

Junior Lions Club ScholarshipCriteria:Attended Belington Middle or Kasson SchoolsIntent to pursue post-secondary training at a college or technical instituteExtra-Curricular ActiviesEssay explaining need for scholarshipAward:2 - $1,000. ScholarshipsDue:April 23, 2018

Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program

Receive up to $2,500 for enrolling in Career and Technical Education programs for the Fall 2018.Criteria:

Graduate high school by Spring 2018 Be younger than 30 years old Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program at an accredited non-profit

community college in the United States Demonstrate critical financial need (must be eligible to receive the Federal Pell Grant as determined by completion of

the FAFSA) Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity Be a U.S. citizen

Student may apply online March 15-June 15, 2018 at application.horationalger.or

Colts Care Scholarship

Write a 500-word essay describing how cancer has affected you and your family. Attach a typed copy.

Please submit application with two letters of recommendation; one from an educator and one that is a personal reference to the counselor’s office by May 4, 2018.

Application Download

Belington Elementary School PTA Scholarship

$250.00Philip Barbour SeniorAttended Belington Elementary School for atleast 2 yearsIntending to go to a University, College or Vocational/Trade school

Candidates measured by the following criteria: Attendance at Belington Elementary Essay Responses Extra-Curricular Honors and Activities Community service activities

Application Deadline: Friday, April 27, 2018

Application in Counseling Complex Scholarship drawer

Laurel Mountain VFW Post 410 Scholarship

$250.00 Scholarship for 4 year West Virginia College or UniversityMust have a parent or grand–parent who is a member of VFW Post 410300-500 Word EssayDue May 4, 2018 in the Counseling Complex by 12:00 noonApplication available in Counseling Complex

Mikey Hart Memorial Scholarship

Students applying for this scholarship must be: Seeking education in Fire Fighting and/or Paramedic, or be a child of a Fire Fighter. Enrolling in a credible college or school CUM GPA 2.5 or higher. Submit a 250 to 300 word essay explaining why they want to be a Fire Fighter and/or Paramedic, or if a Fire Fighter’s

child an essay explaining their field of study. Renewable annually with application.

Deadline for application is April 30th Award amount(s) of scholarship may vary.Applications are available in the Counseling Complex.