In order to earn a diploma from SOAR High School, students must meet specific criteria:
1. Earn a total of 230 credits.
2. Meet the State Algebra requirement.

Things You Need To Know

Things You Need To Know informs students of registration, fees, fines, withdrawals/drops, requirements, restrictions, as well as rules pertaining to SOAR High School/Antelope Valley College. It is recommended to read the entirety of this document as it contains pertinent information about the program. Good Luck!

COLLEGE REGISTRATION

Fall and Summer registrations take place in the Spring. 

Spring and Intersession registrations take place in the Fall. 
 

General Information

• All registrations are completed online by the student through the student’s myAVC portal.
• Registration dates and deadlines are communicated via SOAR High School and AVC email and through AVID classes prior to registration, each semester. 
• Students MUST be registered in an AVC academic course to continue attendance at SOAR.
• College classes CANNOT conflict with high school classes (review your high school schedule prior to college registration). 
• Students may ONLY register for classes from the IGETC list.  If students register for classes that are NOT on the IGETC, they will be required to drop the class and will incur a fine. 

Freshman Specifics:

• ONLY one of the required foundational course and one PE course per semester are allowed in your Freshman year.  (See list under “Required Foundation Courses for ALL students at SOAR High School”)

Sophomore Specifics:

• Priority is to finish your foundational classes. 
• NEW Sophomores must complete foundational courses before moving on to other AVC courses. 
• May not take any Communications courses during this year.

Sophomore, Junior, Senior Specifics:

• In order to register for more than one academic college course you MUST:
  •  have a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average in high school and college
  •  maintain the 3.0 GPA throughout Fall and Spring terms

 Senior Specifics:

• If a college course is being taken to meet a high school graduation requirement, the student must meet with their high school counselor.
• High school graduation requirement cannot be completed at AVC during the spring semester of a student’s senior year. 

Summer Classes and Intersession

• In order to take a Summer AVC course you MUST have a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA in high school and college.
• In order to for more than 1 Summer AVC course you MUST have a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average in high school and college.
• In order to take an Intercession course you MUST have a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA in high school and college.
• Students need to complete a “College Preference Form” with parent’s signature and submit it to the SOAR Office by the deadline (in the bulletin) for Intersession ONLY.

Online and Palmdale Classes 

• If you take an online, night, or Palmdale course permission is required. This form is available in the SOAR office. Freshmen are EXCLUDED from taking these classes.

WITHDRAWALS AND/OR DROPS

• Once college registration for SOAR students closes, students must complete an AVC Drop Request Form to withdraw from a class. This must be done by the drop date established by SOAR. The form is available in the SOAR Office.
• Once the drop date has passed, if an AVC class is dropped by either the student or instructor, this will incur a $50 processing drop fine payable to AVC in T-500-E (cash or check only).
• If a student withdraws or an instructor drops you from a class, you may be removed from the SOAR program if you no longer have any academic classes. If you continue in the program you will be limited to one academic class the next semester.

PAYING FINES AND FEES

• Always have your college ID with you when paying fines and fees.
• The Student Health Fee along with the $1 Student Representation Fee must be paid online or at the Cashier’s Office by 11:30 p.m. on the day you register for college classes or you will be dropped from your classes.
• College fees, like library fines or parking permits, can be paid at the Cashier’s Office, located in the SSV building.
• All SOAR fines such as late textbook fines, SOAR class drop fines, or SOAR repeat class fines, must be paid at the Student Life and Services Office, T-500-E.
• All fines (except withdrawal drop fines) must be paid before the next registration cycle begins.
• Students are responsible to pay any fines and fees incurred.
• No additional registrations can occur if there are ANY holds on your college record such as owing money for dropping a class, a library fine, or student fees.

Required Foundation Courses for ALL students at SOAR High School

• CA103 - Introduction to Computers & Dig Tech
• HD101 - College & Life Management
• Lib 101 - Intro to Acad. Lib Research
• (PE) Kinesiology or Dance 
  • Note - When registering it is referred to as Kinesiology (e.g. KINF 108 or DA 102)
• HE101 - Introduction to Health Education
  • Note - That is if you did not complete this class during the summer before your 9th grade year.

 After a student completes the foundational course work, they should refer to their Student Education Plan (SEP) and the IGETC form (from the school year the student began high school) for approved AVC course options. Student Educational Plans will be completed annually.

A-G REQUIREMENTS

A-G requirements must be completed to be eligible for a four-year college or university.  UC/CSU’s will only accept a grade of C or better in A-G coursework.

• Students must complete their Foreign Language and Visual Performing Arts A-G requirements at AVC. See the IGETC for which classes you can take to meet these requirements. 

VPA:

• Visual and Performing Arts requirement are met with courses in Area 3 of the IGETC. 
  • NOTE: Language, English, History, Philosophy and Photo classes in Area 3 of the IGETC cannot be used to meet the VPA requirement. 

Foreign Language:

• DO NOT take CHIN or LATN. 
• If you desire an Associate’s Degree in Arts and Humanities, do not take Deaf Studies.
• A 101 level language course must be completed for foreign language even though it is not indicated on the IGETC. 
• It is recommended you take a 102 level language class as soon as possible after completing a 101 level language course. 

A-G approved coursework for both SOAR and AVC can be found at http://www.ucop.edu/doorways/  .

GETTING A “D” OR “F”

**You MUST maintain a 2.5 cumulative GPA for high school and a 2.0 cumulative GPA in college in order to continue to attend SOAR High School**

In College:

• If you received a D or F in a college course, every attempt must be made to retake that course the following semester (or summer school, if applicable).
• Students who get a D or F in a college class will be required to pay for the class.
• If a new textbook is required or is not in the SOAR book inventory, student will be required to pay for the textbook.
• Payment must be paid at the time of registration to T-700-E in cash or a check made out to AVC with the memo indicating which class they are repeating.

In high school: 

• If you received a D in a high school A- G course, every attempt must be made to retake that course during summer school, if applicable.  If you received an F in a high school class you MUST retake the course at summer school. 

 Academic Probation (AP):

• Students will be placed on AP based on their high school or AVC GPA from the previous semester.
• High School GPA’s below a 2.5 or AVC GPA’s below a 2.0 will result in AP placement.
• A grade of a D or an F during the semester at the 5-week and quarter marks for freshman and quarter marks for 10th-12th grade students will also result in placement in AP.
• A student on academic probation must complete a certain amount of hours for academic probation per week, as defined in the AP contract.
• A student who is on AVC or high school probation may be withdrawn from the program at the end of the semester if grades have not improved.

TEXTBOOKS

• ALL college textbooks must be returned to the SOAR textbook return, T-500 (Books Help), by the Monday following the end of the term or there will be a $25.00 fine per class.
• If textbooks are not returned within one week after the last day of the term, you will be charged the full cost of replacing each late book, a hold will be placed on your college record, and you will not be able to register for any future terms, nor be issued any additional textbooks until it is cleared.
• Fines for late books should be paid in T-700-E.
• All fines MUST be paid before college textbooks are released to students.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND BEST PRACTICES

• The CA College Promise Grant must be submitted every year you are in the SOAR program. You must complete this prior to the deadline. Failure to meet the deadline can result in removal from the SOAR program.
• Any medical condition that occurs while enrolled in SOAR which may result in missing college classes must be reported to the college instructor, the high school office, and Dr. Zimmerman’s office.
• It is your responsibility to make sure that your address, phone and email are current with AVC and SOAR. This can be done online or in person through the Admission and Records Office in the Student Services building for AVC and the SOAR Office for high school.
• Make sure you ALWAYS have your college ID when conducting college business.
• Log into myAVC to make sure it works. If it does not, call the help desk at (661) 722-6300, ext. 6535 or 6605 or go to the computer lab for assistance.
• Check your AVC and district emails DAILY.

AVC GRADUATION

• You must apply for graduation in the Graduation Office, SSV 117, by the deadline established by the Graduation Office.
• Verify that you do not have a FERPA hold on your record at the Graduation Office if you want your name to appear in the Commencement Program. Take a photo ID to Admissions and Records to complete the form.
• The SOAR program does not pay for your cap and gown, but if you need help with this contact Dr. Zimmerman.

TOTAL WITHDRAWAL FROM THE SOAR PROGRAM

• If you withdraw from the SOAR program during the semester, all textbooks must be returned. If all textbooks are not returned at the time you withdraw, you will be charged the cost of replacing the textbooks.
•  It is your responsibility to review the SOAR Rules, and follow them, so that you understand:
  - Student options to return to SOAR
  - How to return to AVC as a Special Admit Student
  - How to have your transcripts released as a high school graduate

Things You Need to Know 19-20

Things You Need To Know -Senior year/5th year

AVC GRADUATION

• You must apply for graduation in the Graduation Office, SSV 117, by the deadline.
• Verify that you do not have a FERPA (privacy) hold on your record at the Graduation Office if you want your name to appear in the Commencement Program. Take a photo ID to Admissions and Records to complete the form.
• The SOAR program does not pay for your cap and gown, but if you need help with this contact Dr. Zimmerman.

ALL SENIORS

• Complete the 2020-2021 FAFSA by March 2^nd and include AVC school code: 001113
• Complete a new AVC application online for SUMMER 2020 as a HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE.
• Pass ALL High School and AVC college classes with a “C” or better in your senior year.
• If you plan to attend summer school at AVC or any other university you will also complete the 2020-2021 FAFSA, include AVC school code: 001113

5^th YEAR SPECIFICS

• Failure to complete or comply with all bullets in this section AND in the “All Senior” section of this document will make you ineligible for the 5^th year at AVC.
• You must be enrolled for the Fall 2020 semester of your additional year to be funded for the Intersession and Spring terms if you still need to finish your Associates Degree or transfer courses.  All of these courses must be listed on your Student Educational Plan (SEP) for the SOAR program to pay.
• You must earn at least a 2.00 grade point average in each semester/term in which you are enrolled to continue to be funded by the SOAR program.
• You must complete the online orientation if not already completed.
• Students not receiving financial aid (BOG, Cal-Grant) will be funded by SOAR program and must enroll in a minimum of 15 units each semester in attendance to qualify for funding.

5^th YEAR NAVIGATION

• REGISTRATION
  • Make sure all fees and fines are paid so there are no holds on your records – check online for holds.
  • You will be given an appointment time to register online through your myAVC portal. You will register online on your own.
  • Classes must be on your Student Education Plan (SEP). 
  • Spring semester of the 5^th year is your last semester funded by the SOAR program.

• FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • All students must complete 2020-2021 FAFSA by March 2^nd and include the AVC school code:  001113 to be funded for the 5^th year. This will determine your financial aid eligibility.  It is YOUR responsibility to follow up with the Financial Aid Office to see if there are any issues associated with your application.
  • Repeat courses and textbooks will not be paid for by the program.

• TEXTBOOKS
  • All students must apply online @ https://www.avc.edu/studentservices/bookshelp.
  • Textbooks for SOAR students completing their additional year will be purchased by the Books Help Program and distributed through Student Equity Office.

Things You Need to Know-Senior Year/5th Year/ with Signature Page

Princeton Review

We had a lot of enthusiasm last year from students, parents, and faculty when we launched our live homework help program, Princeton Review’s Homework Help. This service will be available again this year. 

Homework help is available to all students in the district.  Each student is allotted an initial 20 hours of LIVE 24/7 tutoring.  Additional hours will be made available to students that take full advantage of this service.

Students can access Princeton Review when logged into their Student PowerSchool Portal by selecting the Homework Help/Live Tutors icon.  Students will use their school ID number as their username, and their password will be their PowerSchool password.  

The Subject Requirement:

• History/social science (“a”) – Two years, including one year of world history, cultures and historical geography and one year of U.S. history, or one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of American government or civics.

• English (“b”) – Four years of college preparatory English that integrates reading of classic and modern literature, frequent and regular writing, and practice listening and speaking.

• Mathematics (“c”) – Three years of college-preparatory mathematics that include or integrate the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two- and three-dimensional geometry.

• Laboratory science (“d”) – Two years of laboratory science providing fundamental knowledge in at least two of the three disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics.

• Language other than English (“e”) – Two years of the same language other than English or equivalent to the second level of high school instruction.

• Visual and performing arts (“f”) – One year chosen from dance, music, theater or the visual arts.

• College-preparatory elective (“g”) – One year chosen from the “a-f” courses beyond those used to satisfy the requirements above, or courses that have been approved solely in the elective area.

A brag sheet is used to write information about yourself that can be given to a staff member (teacher, counselor, etc.), coach, club advisor, or employer when asking for a letter of recommendation.

• Be as specific as possible.
• Save this document so you can go back to it and update it as often as necessary and print copies when needed.
• Make sure you give your recommenders plenty of time to complete their letters, at least 2 weeks in advance.
• Ask them to save their recommendations for you so you may ask them for an updated reference letter in the future.

SOAR Brag sheet Fillable

There is also a more detailed brag sheet available in Naviance Student that we would prefer students to use for teacher and counselor recommendations.  Students can go to their Naviance Student portal by logging into PowerSchool and clicking on the "Naviance" link to the left of the page, then the "About Me" link once in Naviance, and finally the "SOAR Brag Sheet Survey" on the About Me page.   This form can be edited and updated at any time.

UC WEBSITE

UC TIPS AND TOOLS

uc pERSONAL iNSIGHT qUESTIONS

ACADEMIC PLANNERS - For students grades 9-12

mY aCADEMIC pLANNER EAOP

UC YOUR ACADEMIC PLANNER

WEBSITE

*Applications for Fall 2020 will open on October 1st, 2019

WEBSITE

WEBSITE

There's something special about being the first…

…especially being the first in your family to attend and graduate from college. I'm First! is an online community for first-generation college students—and their supporters. Hear inspiring stories and share your own, discover colleges that care about first-gen students, find answers to your questions about college, and receive guidance on the road to and through college.

WEBSITE

Use Collegeboard's "Big Future" site to search for colleges, narrow down majors and career options, learn how to pay for college, and how to make a tangible plan. They offer information on everything from careers and majors to personal statements and financial aid. Use Big Future to prepare yourself for the road ahead!

WEBSITE

We connect first generation and underrepresented students to caring colleges, generous scholarships, and life-changing counselors and mentors.

We take the stress out of your college search

Build and organize a college list, rank colleges based on fit, keep track of important application deadlines, and celebrate your acceptance letters.

WEBSITE

Testing is a necessary step toward college and is often a requirement to be considered "eligible" for consideration to a four year college/university. Whether it is the PSAT, SAT, ACT, or the UC Writing Exam, students will most likely be testing at some point throughout their high school experience. This page will provide valuable information regarding testing that is often required for college entrance.

PSAT

The PSAT 8/9 and the PSAT/NMSQT are highly relevant to your future success because they focus on the skills and knowledge at the heart of education. They’ll measure:

• What you learn in high school
• What you need to succeed in college

If you think the key to a high score is memorizing words and facts you’ll never use in the real world, think again. You don’t have to discover secret tricks or cram the night before. The best way to prepare for the test is to:

• Take challenging courses
• Do your homework
• Prepare for tests and quizzes
• Ask and answer lots of questions

In short, take charge of your education and learn as much as you can!

The PSAT will be offered at SOAR on October 10, 2018.  Students will be working with their teachers in preparation using the student guides provided below.

PSAT 8/9 Student Guide      

PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide

PSAT/NMSQT and PSAT 10 Score Ranges

PSAT test scores from the October 2017 test are available at www.collegeboard.org.

PSAT Scores and Information

The world needs more people who can solve problems, communicate clearly, and understand complex relationships. The SAT Suite of Assessments focuses on the skills and knowledge that will help today’s students meet that need.

The tests are designed to:

• Measure the essential ingredients for college and career readiness and success, as shown by research.
• Have a stronger connection to classroom learning.
• Inspire productive practice.

REMINDER: Sign up for the SAT with the Essay

SAT Registration

Need some help studying? Check out the new targeted SAT Test prep from Khan Academy.

Khan Academy SAT Prep

• ACT test scores are accepted by all four-year US colleges and universities, including highly selective institutions.
• The ACT is not an aptitude or an IQ test. Questions are directly related to what students have learned in high school courses.

Registering for the ACT Test

You'll need to create an ACT student web account or log in to your existing account (see image). Registration includes a career exploration component that relates to your personal characteristics and career options to help you start thinking about future plans.

Registration takes approximately 40 minutes. As you go through the process, the system will periodically save your data, so you can stop any time and return when you're ready.

We recommend that you have the following items handy for registration:

• Your high school course information
• Payment method
• Photo (now or anytime before the photo deadline)

Fee Waivers Available from Mrs. Chainey in S3. Students must fill out a fee waiver request form and provide proof of need to be issued a fee waiver.

ACT Registration

Entry Level Writing

Entry Level Writing Requirement Website

Students who qualify for the National School Lunch Program are often eligible for various fee waivers. You may use the link below to print a copy of your Free or Reduced Lunch Status if you need it for eligibility verification.

FAFSA

FAFSA Website

- OPENS OCTOBER 1ST ANNUALLY

DREAM ACT

Dream Act Website

- Due March 2nd Annually

CSAC

CSAC

- For California State Aid Information

In order to receive a Cal-Grant, a student must meet the criteria and submit their FAFSA/Dream Act and Allow their school to submit their Cal-Grant GPA Verification by the March 2nd deadline.

Create an account (After submitting the FAFSA or DREAM ACT) @ MY GRANT INFO and find out if you are eligible to receive a Cal-Grant

Cal-Grant Opt Out Forms

Per Assembly Bill (AB) 2160, all seniors will have a Cal Grant GPA submitted electronically by their high school, to the California Student Aid Commission, unless a signed Opt Out form is returned to the Guidance Office (Rm. S3 for the purpose of this document) by October 1st of their senior year. Please see the English or Spanish version of this document below for more information regarding the process.

• Cal Grant Opt Out - English
• Spanish Cal Grant Opt Out

UC BLUE+GOLD OPPORTUNITY

For eligible CA students whose annual income is under $80,000, UC's system wide tuition and fees will be fully covered during your first four years at UC (or two years if you are a transfer student) up to your financial need. Blue + Gold students with sufficient financial need can qualify for EVEN MORE aid to help reduce the cost of attending UC.

VIDEOS:

Overview of the Financial Aid Process

FAFSA Overview

Dream Act Overview

MATRICULATION

Graduates of SOAR High School have been admitted to the following 4-year colleges:

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

JULY

Minecraft Scholarship (currently in high school or college): $2,000, 3.0+, 500 words about your opinion on how Minecraft can be a positive influence on education and career development. DEADLINE: 7/31/20

First Step Scholarship (Class of 2020): $1,500, 500 words detailing their most common distracted driving habits, and to describe the concrete steps they will take to put an end to those habits. DEADLINE: 7/31/20

Get Up! Get Active! Scholarship (15 yrs or older): $1,000, in 3-5 sentences write about your greatest weakness or why it is important to improve your weakness. DEADLINE: 7/31/20

Dixie Belle Paint Company Scholarship (Class of 2020): $3500, 500 word essay - How does individual creativity lead to success? DEADLINE: 7/31/20

 AUGUST

SugarSpunRun Scholarship (C/O 2020): $500, essay of 1,000 words or less about provided food topics. DEADLINE: 8/1

Ms Prindables Future Educator Scholarship (C/O 2020): $1,000, transcript, acceptance letter, answer the prompt WHAT DO YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE TO OFFER THE STUDENTS OF OUR FUTURE? DEADLINE: 8/20

CSUN Balanced Man Scholarship (C/O 2020): $1000, 3.0+ GPA, leadership, academics, commitment to health and well-being. DEADLINE: 8/30/20

SEPTEMBER

The Gates Scholarship (Class of 2021): Full Ride, 3.3+ cumulative weighted GPA, Pell eligible, must be from at least one of the following ethnic groups: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American. DEADLINE: 9/15/20

Don't Text and Drive Scholarship (9th-11th): $1000, 140-character message about texting and driving. DEADLINE: 9/30/20

Don't Text and Drive Scholarship (9th-11th): $1000, 140-character message about texting and driving. DEADLINE: 9/30/20

OCTOBER

AES Engineering Scholarship (12th): $500, all majors welcome, 500-1000 word essay on the topic of success. DEADLINE: 10/5/20

NSHSS STEM SCHOLARSHIP (12th): $1,000, 3.0+, STEM majors, 500 word personal statement, STEM activities, headshot, transcript, resume, 1-2 LOR. DEADLINE: 10/15/20

NSHSS FOUNDATION BUSINESS & PUBLIC POLICY SCHOLARSHIP (12th): $1,000, 3.0+, planning to pursue a specified business degree, 500 words or less about why business, transcript, resume, color headshot, 1-2 LOR.

JANUARY

Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship (9th-12th): $1000, 140-character message about technology addiction. DEADLINE: 1/30/20

More scholarship information available from Chamber of Commerce 

Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship

Young people spend an average of 7.5 hours a day consuming media--and this doesn't include computer use for schoolwork--according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. With technology always at the ready at your fingertips, it can be a challenge to unplug. But taking a break from technology is healthy for both the mind and body.

The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the negative effects of too much screen time.

Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

How to apply: Complete the application form below including a 140-character message about technology addiction. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about technology addiction.

Deadline: January 30, 2021

How we'll select the winner: We'll select the 10 finalists based on the content of the 140-character message. The winner will be selected based on the content and creativity of the 500- to 1,000-word essay.

Awards: The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship.

Apply for the Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship 

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR JANUARY 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN JANUARY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship - 1/3

Footlocker Scholar Athlete’s Scholarship - 1/3

Young Filmmakers Contest - 1/5

The Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award - 1/6

Safe Jobs for Youth Poster Contest - 1/7

Diller Tikkun Olam Awards - 1/8

Ron Brown Scholars Program - 1/9

C-SPAN StudentCam Competition - 1/20

Black College Expo Scholarship - 1/13

Blaze Your Own Trail Scholarship - 1/15

Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship - 1/15

Providian Medical Scholarship - 1/15

The Coolidge Scholarship - 1/16

AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship - 1/17

Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship - 1/17

Optimist Club Essay Contest - 1/17

Girls Impact the Worlds Film Festival - 1/20

APIA Scholarship - 1/22

Live Mas Scholarship - 1/23

Point Foundation Scholarship - 1/23

Ag Day Essay Contest - 1/31

ABPA Harrington-Arthur Memorial Scholarship Essay Competition - 1/31 

California Coastal Art & Poetry Contest - 1/31

CTA Scholarship - 1/31 

Courageous Persuaders Video Contest - 1/31

Freemont Foundation Scholarship - 1/31 

InspirASIAN Scholarship -1/31

New Year’s Resolution Scholarship - 1/31 

Princeton Prize in Race Relations - 1/31 

SchoolsFirst Member Education Scholarship - 1/31 

Union Plus Scholarship - 1/31

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN FEBRUARY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR MARCH 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN MARCH (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR APRIL 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN APRIL (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR MAY 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN MAY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR JUNE 2020

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN JUNE (Deadlines are subject to change in 2021):

Students are able to apply for our $2,000 scholarship which can be used towards tuition for their next semester at college. All drawings will be done early August each year after submission deadlines have passed. All interested students will be required to write a short essay about their opinion on how Minecraft can be a positive influence within their education and career development. Minecraft has been used in many different facets of education and we want to know how you believe that the game can be further utilized to enhance learning and development. We are interested in hearing your thoughts and experiences about how this amazing game that we love can be much more than just a game.

Eligible students will need to:

• Write a short essay of no less than 500 words about your opinion on how Minecraft can be a positive influence on education and career development.
• Fill out the information form below with your essay and appropriate information.

Requirements

• You must be a United States citizen
• You must currently be enrolled in college or high school
• You must carry a 3.0 or high GPA

Deadlines

• Submissions must be received by July 31st, 2020.

Apply Minecraft Scholarship

In an effort to reduce the devastating consequences of distracted driving among young drivers, the lawyers at Sutliff & Stout are offering a $1,500 scholarship to students.

Overview

We are asking students to write an essay of at least 500 words detailing their most common distracted driving habits, and to describe the concrete steps they will take to put an end to those habits.

Eligibility Rules

• Applicants must be EITHER out-going high school seniors (graduating summer 2020) OR students currently enrolled in a college, trade school, or university as of the start of the fall 2020 semester.
• Must submit essay by Friday, July 31, 2020.

APPLY FOR THE FIRST STEP SCHOLARSHIP

Get Up! Get Active!

A Project to Help Students Embrace an Active Life

Active Life Scholarship to Tackle Your Weakness

Deadline:
July 31, 2020

Who: Current high school or college students age 15 years or older.

What: This scholarship encourages students to identify and take action to improve a weakness and begin to transform it into a strength.

Amount: $1,000. May be used at any college to study any major.

Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. The problem is that we often ignore our weakness until it’s too late – like when we need to pass a test. All time basketball great, Michael Jordan once said: “If you push me towards something that you think is a weakness, then I will turn that perceived weakness into a strength.” So in the spirit of forcing you to confront your weakness and do something about it we present the $1,000 Weakness to Strength Scholarship. To apply simply complete the application on this page.

Short Answer

In 3-5 sentences please answer ONE of the following:
What do you consider one of your greatest weaknesses? -OR-
Why is it important to try to improve a weakness?

APPLY FOR THE GET UP! GET ACTIVE! SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility:

• Open to all high school seniors, college and grad school students.
• Must be a citizen of the US.

3 Winners will be selected:

• 1 (One) Grand Prize: $3,500
• 2 (Two) Prizes of: $1,250 each

500 word essay on how individual creativity leads to success. 

The deadline to submit an application to the scholarship is July 31, 2020.

Apply for the Dixie Belle Paint Scholarship

Sugar Spun Run is proud to announce that we will be awarding a $500 scholarship to one high school senior (Class of 2020) or college student who authors a winning essay for the Annual Sugar Spun Scholarship.

Requirements
- The essay should be written in English and should not exceed 1,000 words.  

- Students must be attending or accepted into a US college or university.

- Please save and send electronic submissions in Word or PDF format (PDF preferred).  You must submit an original essay.

- The winner will be required to provide proof of enrollment before the scholarship will be awarded.

- Applicants must agree to Sugar Spun Run’s Official Scholarship Rules and must follow all instructions to be considered.

Judging Criteria
Essays will be judged on originality, creativity, style, grammar, punctuation, and spelling, as well as adherence to the essay prompt.

Essay Prompt
Applicants must write an essay based on one of the following prompts:

• Your most memorable meal
• A life lesson learned through food
• If you could sit down to a meal with any person in history, living or dead, who would you choose, and why?  Include the food that you would serve.

Please title the essay with the prompt that you have chosen.

Deadline & Submission
All submissions must be received by 11:59 pm EST, August 1st, 2020.

The application may be submitted via mail or email.  Emailed applications must include “Scholarship Application” in the subject line and must be sent to Scholarship@Sugarspunrun.com.

Mailed applications should be sent to:

Sugar Spun Run
3100 Westminster St
P.O. Box 638
Manchester, MD 21102

Both e-mailed applications and mailed applications must include the following above the essay:

• Your full name
• Your email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• The school that you are attending or intend to attend

The winner will be announced on or around August 15th , 2020, and will be notified by e-mail.
Winners will be featured on the Sugar Spun Run scholarship page.

Future Educator Scholarship

Mrs Prindables is offering a 2020 Scholarship opportunity for incoming or current college students majoring in education. We believe that educators have the power to spark positive development in student’s lives and their futures.

Whether you are an incoming freshman or current student majoring in education, we want to encourage you to apply for this $1,000 scholarship. Fill out the form below and upload either your transcripts or acceptance letter. Then tell us why you want to be an educator. What do you believe you have to offer the students of our future?

Deadline is 8/20/2020 for submissions. Recipient will be notified via email on or about 8/26/2020.

The scholarship award is to be used exclusively for school tuition or related expenses. A check for $1,000 will be made payable to the award recipient’s college or university. The recipient is expected to submit receipts in accordance with IRS regulations.

Apply for the Future Educator Scholarship

The Cameron Impact Scholarship will be awarded annually, in December, to approximately 10-15 high-school seniors (applications are due in May and September preceding the awards). This four-year, merit-based scholarship (“Scholarship”) is intended to cover the full tuition and ‘qualified educational expenses’ (as defined by the Internal Revenue Service) at the recipient’s chosen collegiate institution (estimated to be between $20,000-$50,000 per annum). ‘Educational expenses’ vary amongst higher institutions, but the Scholarship is intended to cover tuition, fees, course-related expenses, books, supplies, and equipment.

Eligibility for the Cameron Impact Scholarship is based on the following criteria:

The applicant must:

• Prioritize academic excellence (maintaining a minimum cumulative unweighted 3.7 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent in their high school studies);
• Be a citizen of the United States of America;
• Be in the high school graduating Class of 2021, planning to enroll in a full-time course of study toward a bachelor’s degree at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university for the full academic year following high school graduation;
• Excel in a broad variety of extracurricular activities. This includes, but is not limited to: athletics, academic clubs, music lessons, performance art, and philanthropic organizations;
• Be motivated leaders with a strong work ethic and social acumen. Scholars rise to the occasion and are both candid and confident;
• Demonstrate active participation in community service and in civic-minded arenas, exhibiting an appreciation for the world outside themselves and a belief in their own capacity to effect change on scales both large and small;
• And submit by the Application Deadline*:
  • Online Application,
  • Two (2) required Letters of Recommendation** (these letters MUST be submitted prior to the Application Deadline for an Application to be considered complete), and
  • Transcript (unofficial is fine) certifying academic performance.

There are two opportunities to submit the Initial Online Application:

• Regular Application Deadline for the Class of 2021 is September 11, 2020 at 12:00pm PT (NOON)

APPLY TO THE CAMERON IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

DESCRIPTION

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to 300 of these student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.

AWARD

Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance* that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university.

*Cost of attendance includes tuition, fees, room, board, books, and transportation, and may include other personal costs.

BASIC ELIGIBILITY

To apply, students must be:

• A high school senior
• From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
• Pell-eligible
• A US citizen, national, or permanent resident
• In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) 

 Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.

*For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required. 

DEADLINE: 9/15/20

Apply for the Gates Scholarship

Don't Text and Drive Scholarship

Do you know how far you will drive on the freeway if you take your eyes off the road for five seconds, the average time it takes to send a text? An entire football field.

According to the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, texting while driving makes drivers 23 times more likely to get into a "safety-critical event."

The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the risks of texting while driving.

Who may apply: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

How to apply: Complete the application form below including a 140-character message about texting while driving. The top 10 applications will be selected as finalists. The finalists will be asked to write a full length 500- to 1,000-word essay about texting while driving.

Deadline: September 30, 2020 to coincide with September's No Texting while Driving Day.

How we'll select the winner: We'll select the 10 finalists based on the content of the 140-character message. The winner will be selected based on the content and creativity of the 500- to 1,000-word essay.

Awards: The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship.

Apply for the Don't Text and Drive Scholarship

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN SEPTEMBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2020):

College Greenlight Summer Challenge Scholarship - 9/1

Questbridge National College Match Scholarship - 9/26

Let’s Excel Scholarship - 9/30

Money Metals Exchange Scholarship - 9/30 

Purpose of Scholarships

AES Engineering is pleased to be able to continue offering scholarships to motivated students to help in the furthering of their education.

Scholarship Criteria

Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays that are submitted.

Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility.

You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.

How to Apply

Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question:

When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?

Amount of award: $500.00
Deadline for entry: October 5, 2020

Submit essay to scholarships@aesengineers.com

There is no application packet for this award. Please do not include your resume at this time.

Be sure to include your full name as well as the name of the school you are attending this year and your plans for next year.

NSHSS FOUNDATION STEM SCHOLARSHIP 2020

CLOSE DATE: Thursday, October 15, 2020 

AWARD: $1,000

Eligibility: The NSHSS Foundation STEM Scholarship awards this $1,000 scholarship to high school seniors or recently graduated seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated desire to major in or pursue a degree one of the following (or closely related) STEM disciplines:

• Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
• Biosciences/Pre-med/health-related fields
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Cognitive, Neural, and Behavioral Sciences
• Computer and Computational Sciences, including Statistics and Accounting
• Electrical Engineering
• Geosciences
• Information Sciences
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Mathematics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering
• Nuclear Engineering
• Oceanography
• Operations Research
• Physics
• Teaching in STEM areas

The NSHSS Foundation provides STEM scholarships for underrepresented groups in order to help reduce financial barriers for those with academic and leadership potential and the desire to pursue STEM careers. We recognize that in order to increase diversity in the technology workforce, we must increase diversity in undergraduates.

Application Requirements:

• Personal Statement of 500 words or less that answers this prompt:
  • Why STEM? How have you shown a dedicated passion for the STEM field throughout your high school career?
• List of STEM Activities
• Headshot 
• Transcript
• Resume
• 1-2 Educator Recommendations

Deadline to Apply: October 15, 2020 11:59PM
*Please note that closing time is in EST.

APPLY FOR THE NSHSS FOUNDATION STEM SCHOLARSHIP

NSHSS FOUNDATION BUSINESS & PUBLIC POLICY SCHOLARSHIP 2020

CLOSE DATE: Thursday, October 15, 2020 

AWARD: 1000.00

Eligibility: The Foundation awards this scholarship to high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who are pursuing a degree in, or closely related to, one of the following disciplines:

• Business/Business Administration
• Finance/Economics
• Public Policy

Scholarship Award: The NSHSS Foundation focuses on Public Policy majors in order to foster leadership in public policy analysis and public management to promote effective public policy decisions on national and international issues. Public policy incorporates social, economic and political components of government decision making.

With a degree in Public Policy and Administration, students can make decisions and influence policy that affects an organization, a community, a whole state or the entire nation. We believe that a strong understanding of policy analysis is crucial in order to design and carry out policies that positively impact the 21st-century global economy.

The scholarship support majors that educate students in the importance of the role of economic and political factors in public decision-making and policy formulation; microeconomic analysis of policy issues; resource allocation and decision modeling; cost/benefit analysis; statistical methods; and applications to specific public policy topics.

Application Requirements:

• Color headshot
• 1-2 Educator recommendations
• Transcript
• Resume
• A response of 500 words or less to the following prompt:
  • What inspires you to choose business, finance/economics, or public policy as your major? Provide examples of you dedication and passion to your chosen field.

Closing Date: October 15, 2020 11:59PM
*Please note that closing time is in EST.

APPLY FOR THE NSHSS Foundation Business and Public Policy Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN OCTOBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2020):

Create Real Impact Contest - 10/5 

Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards Scholarship - 10/15  

College Jump Start Scholarship - 10/17 

Horatio Alger Scholarship - 10/25 

Drive Safe LA Contest - 10/25 

*LOCAL* VFW Voice of Democracy Competition - 10/30 

Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship - 10/31  

National Rice Month Scholarship - 10/31 

Get Up! Get Active! Scholarship - 10/31  

Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarship - 10/31

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR NOVEMBER 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN NOVEMBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2020):

DAR Christopher Columbus Essay Contest - 11/1 

Ron Brown Scholars Program - 11/1 

Electric: Mobile Device IT Innovation Scholarship - 11/1

IEI Bi-Annual Scholarship - 11/1

*LOCAL* Elk’s Most Valuable Student Scholarship - 11/5

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards - 11/5

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation - 11/13

Stokes Educational Education Scholarship - 11/15

STEM Scholarship Contest AVUHSD - 11/15

Maryknoll Student Essay Contest - 11/15

Bachus & Schanker LLC Scholarship - 11/30

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR DECEMBER 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN DECEMBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2020):

Dell Scholars - 12/1

Michelin - A Penny for a FREE RIDE Contest - 12/3 

Women in Science Environmental Scholarship - 12/1 

Creative Masonry & Chimney LLC Scholarship - 12/1 

Look Twice….Save a Life Scholarship - 12/1 

Stephen J Brady Scholarship - 12/1 

Montana State University Presidential Scholarship - 12/6 

The Science Ambassador Scholarship - 12/9 

Youth Financial Literacy Scholarship - 12/14 

Burger King Scholars Scholarship - 12/15 

AXA Achievement Scholarship - 12/15 

Edison Scholars Program - 12/16 

Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship - 12/30 

Healthy Lifestyle Scholarship - 12/31 

The “No Sweat” Scholarship - 12/31 

Marine ROTC Scholarship - 12/31

OppU Scholarship - 12/31

Apprentice Ecologist Initiative Scholarship - 12/31 

NRA Civil Right Defense Youth Essay Contest - 12/31 

Because College is Expensive Scholarship - 12/31 

FIRE Free Speech Essay Contest - 12/31 

Unigo 10k Scholarship - 12/31