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.

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Junior Registration Prep for Spring

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. 
• If registration is during a high school class, students will be given time and access to computers to complete registration. 
• College classes CANNOT conflict with high school classes (review your high school schedule prior to college registration). 
• You WILL NOT be allowed to crash college classes without prior approval.
• 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. 
• Students MUST be registered in an academic college class to continue attendance at SOAR.  

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”)
• As a freshman, in order to take a course(s) other than the required foundational course(s), a family meeting is REQUIRED prior to registration.
• If PE is offered during Intersession, you can enroll in PE - ONLY if it does not conflict with your high school schedule.

Sophomore Specifics:

• Priority is to finish your foundational classes. 
• NEW Sophomores must complete foundational courses before moving on to other AVC courses. 

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

• A student will be restricted to only ONE summer course if they have a 2.5-2.99 cumulative GPA
• In order to register for Intersession and/or Summer 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
• 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. The request will be processed once the $50 fine is received and the textbook is returned to SSV 180 (cash or check only made payable to AVC).
• 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 SSV 180 (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.
• All students are responsible for paying all class material fees by the drop date or the student will be dropped from their classes. Keep your receipts for all money paid to AVC.  
• 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, SSV 180.
• 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 ASL.
• 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”

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 SSV 180 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 10^th-12^th grade students will also result in placement in AP.
• If a student is placed on Academic Probation during the current semester, and ends up earning a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in both high school and college during the time of registration, they are still ONLY allowed to enroll in ONE academic college course.
• 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.

ASSESSMENTS

• All SOAR students must take the AVC English and Math Assessments at AVC in building T100.
• Each assessment can only be taken twice.
• In Spring of Freshman year at SOAR, student’s take the English Assessment at AVC. 
• After completing Algebra 2, and at the recommendation of our SOAR math teachers, students take the Math Assessment at AVC. 
• Math assessments are timed; English assessments are not.
• Assessments should be taken during free time. You will not be allowed to assess during class.
• Once tests are taken, a copy of test results must be taken to the SOAR Office

Please note: assessment scores may be required as prerequisites for college courses. 

TEXTBOOKS

• ALL college textbooks must be returned to the SOAR textbook return, LS1 122, 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 SSV 180.
• All fines MUST be paid before college textbooks are released to students.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND BEST PRACTICES

• BOG Fee Waivers 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.

CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION

• Students may apply to take CTE courses, held on other high school campuses throughout our district, in their senior year ONLY.

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 WITDRAWAL 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 18-19

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 Bragsheet 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.

Presentation Links

SENIOR YEAR

JUNIOR YEAR

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 2019 will open on October 1st, 2018

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

Test Dates and Deadlines

Deadlines expire at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, U.S. To see international SAT test dates, visit International Registration.

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)

No test centers are scheduled in California for the July test date.

**See non-Saturday testing for information related to this test date.

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.

Presentation Links

FINANCIAL AID 101

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

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Please go to the specific month to access the link to the scholarships you are interested in.

NOVEMBER

National Co-Op Scholarship Programs (12^th)

Amount vary by campus from $6,000 – $30,000, GPA and test scores vary by campus. DEADLINES VARY – November 1^st, 2019– March 1^st, 2019

Maryknoll Student Essay Contest (9^th-12^th)

1^st Place - $1,000, 2^nd place - $300, 3^rd place - $150, 500-750 word essay on a time you saw God’ love and how it inspired you. DEADLINE: 11/16/18

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship (12^th)

$40,000 per year, 3.5+ UW GPA, min SAT 1200 or ACT 26, financial need - family’s income under $95,000. DEADLINE: 11/20/18

Sustainability in Your Community Scholarship (12^th)

$2,000 per year, pursuing a STEM undergraduate degree in the fall of 2019. DEADLINE: 11/27/18

Bachus & Schanker LLC Scholarship (12^th)

$2,000, 3.0, 800 words or less on your opinion on the importance of the efficacy of the 7^th amendment and how it affects you. DEADLINE: 11/30/18

DECEMBER

Edison Scholars Program (12^th)

$40,000 3.0+ GPA, pursuing STEM studies at a four-year accredited college or university, financial need.  DEADLINE: 12/1/18

Look Twice, Save A Life Scholarship (currently attending or planning to attend college or some form of higher ed)

$1,000, Create a form of social awareness that inspires others to look twice for motorcycle safety.  DEADLINE: 12/1/18

Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Education Scholarship (enrolled at an accredited high school)

$1,000, 2.8+ GPA, 500-750 word essay about your drive to innovate and how you plan to or already do influence progress. DEADLINE: 12/1/18

 Notes for the Future Scholarship (10^th-12^th)

$1,000, plan to study music in college (vocal or instrumental), submit an audition of a live solo performance.  DEADLINE: 12/4/18

Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Scholarship (9^th-12^th)

$5,000 scholarship + $5,000 grant for hunger-related charity for students leading sustained and innovative hunger fighting solutions. DEADLINE: 12/5/18

Science Ambassador Scholarship (12^th)

FULL TUITION, for women pursuing the science, technology, engineering, or math field.  DEADLINE: 12/11/18

Footlocker Scholar Athlete Scholarship (12^th)

$20,000, 3.0+ GPA, involved in HS sports or intramural sports or community based sports.  DEADLINE: 12/14/18

AXA Achievement Scholarship (12^th)

Up to $25,000, demonstrate ambition, self-drive, as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work.  DEADLINE: 12/14/18

BK Scholars Program (12^th)

$1,000 - 2.5+ GPA passionate about serving the community, going to 2yr or 4 yr

$50,000 - UW 3.3+GPA, min ACT of 25 or SAT of 1220, going to a 4yr, leadership, substantial work experience

DEADLINE: 12/15/18

Youth Financial Literacy Foundation Scholarship (12^th)

Up to $25,000, application, 30 multiple choice questions, three essay questions required.  DEADLINE: 12/15/18

Rubincam Youth Award (9^th-12^th)

$250-$500, Essay required different parameters based on grade, for the next generation of family historians.  DEADLINE: 12/15/18

Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards (Ages 13-19)

$36,000, self-identified as Jewish, serving in a leadership role on a project/initiative aimed at repairing the world, volunteering.  DEADLINE: 12/18/18

Dolman Law Group Scholarship (currently attending or planning to attend college or some form of higher ed)

$1,100, 2 minute video essay explaining, preventing, and pursuing discrimination in the workplace..  DEADLINE: 12/29/18

Odenza Marketing Group Volunteer Award (16-22 years old)

$500, must have contributed at least 50 hours of volunteer service within the last 12 months. DEADLINE: 12/30/18

Snaps for College Cash (16 years old or older)

Weekly drawing for a $5,000 scholarship, college tech pack or a $250 gift card. DEADLINE: 12/30/18

Apprentice Ecologist Initiative Scholarship (13-21 years old)

$1,750, conduct your own environmental stewardship project, take a few photos, write an essay about it, register and upload it. DEADLINE: 12/31/18

Because College is Expensive Scholarship (11^th-12^th)

$500 drawing for scholarship, complete entry form to compete. DEADLINE: 12/31/18

G2 Overachievers Student Grant (9^th-12^th)

$12,500 for student/$2,500 for school, 1,000-2500 words on how you are working outside of the classroom to benefit others. DEADLINE: 12/31/18

NRA Civil Right Defense Fund Scholarship (9^th-12^th)

$1,000, 1,000 words on the topic “What Does the Second Amendment Mean to You?” DEADLINE: 12/31/18

FIRE Free Speech Essay Contes t(11^th/12^th)

$10,000, 800-1,000 word essay on the provided topic. DEADLINE: 12/31/18

Unigo $10K Scholarship  (13 years old or older)

$10,000, 250 words or less about a historical figure being brought back to life and discovering their favorite mobile app. DEADLINE: 12/31/18

OppU Achievers Scholarship (9^th-12^th)

$2,500, 3.0, 500 words or less on why you’re an achiever. DEADLINE: 12/31/18

JANUARY

Danforth Scholars Program – Washington University in St. Louis (12th)

Full or partial tuition scholarship, 250 word brief answer, 250 word short essay, LOR, application to WUSL required. DEADLINE: 1/2/19

Ge-Reagan Foundation Scholarship (12th)

$40,000, 3.0+ GPA, leader with drive, integrity, and good citizenship who is planning to enroll in a four-year university. DEADLINE: 1/4/19

Drive Smart Teen Contest (13-18 years old)

$10,000 and other prizes, create an original 15-60 second digital short about the dangers of distracted driving. DEADLINE: 1/6/19

Safe Jobs for Youth Month Poster & Video Contest (14-18 years old)

Up to $300, submit a poster in any media with a theme related to Safe Jobs for Youth. DEADLINE: 1/8/19

Black College Expo “Why is a College Education Important to Me?” Scholarship (11^th & 12^th)

Amount TBD, essay of 500 words or less about “Why is a College Education Important to me.” DEADLINE: 1/9/19

 Ron Brown Scholars Program (12^th)

$40,000, must be African American, complete the application, essays, LOR, official transcript. DEADLINE: 1/9/19

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* - Jenny Parks Memorial Scholarship (12^th)

$20,000, $5,000 runner up, 3.2+ weighted GPA, community service 50 hours +, essay, transcript, LOR. DEADLINE: 1/23/19

Redfin Scholarship (12^th and 18 years old or older)

$2,500, 3.5 GPA +, 300-500 words on what tech you think will be the next disrupter in society. DEADLINE: 1/31/19

FEBRUARY

Flavorful Futures Scholarship (12th)

$5,000, 2.5+ GPA, plans to pursue a post-secondary education voc/trade, 2yr or 4yr, showcase how they will contribute their gifts through education. DEADLINE: 2/15/19

Blacks at Microsoft African American Heritage Scholarship (12th)

$5,000, 3.3+ GPA, 4yr bound in engineering, computer science, CIS, or business programs like finance, BA, or marketing. DEADLINE: 2/15/19

MARCH

Antelope Valley College Foundation Scholarship (students taking at least 6 units)

Amount varies, minimum 2.0 college GPA. DEADLINE: 3/1/19

Skilled Labor Shortage Scholarship (12th)

$2,500, for students 18 years old or older who are planning to pursue anything from construction management, plumbing, carpentry landscape architecture, interior design, etc. DEADLINE: 3/15/19

APRIL

Honorsgradu Scholarship (12th)

$10,000, for students with the capacity to shape and influence their communities. DEADLINE: 4/28/19

Danforth Scholars Program

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP*

CLICK HERE FOR THE FILLABLE PDF APPLICATION. 

Scholarship Details

This $2,500 scholarship is a way for Redfin to help one student on his or her journey through higher education.

DEADLINE: January 31, 2018

Answer the following question in 300-500 words:

Technology and big data are disrupting nearly every facet of our lives. Amazon disrupted the retail industry, Uber disrupted the taxi industry, and Redfin has disrupted real estate. What industry do you think will be disrupted next, and why?

*The essay prompt is subject to change each application period without notification.

How to Apply

The scholarship application period will occur twice yearly with awards delegated in both the Spring and Fall. The Spring application period is from November 1-January 31 of each year. The Fall application period is from May 1-July 31 of each year. Complete the following form within the designated application periods.

Eligibility

• Legal U.S. resident
• Eighteen years of age or older
• Graduating high school senior or current freshman, sophomore, or junior in college attending an accredited university or college
• Cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale

Entry is subject to the official rules and conditions. As further set forth in the official rules, your entry grants us full permission to republish and otherwise freely use your entry materials and your name and likeness in order to promote Redfin, its subsidiaries, or other third parties. No purchase is necessary and no fees are required to enter.

Judging Criteria

Essays will be judged based on the following criteria:

• 50% = Thoughtfulness of response
• 40% = Quality of composition
• 10% = Grammatical accuracy

APPLY HERE

MUST BE A SENIOR TO APPLY

DEADLINE: 2/15/18

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN FEBRUARY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2019):

Barry University Stamps Scholars Program - 2/1 

The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship - 2/1 

Engineer Girl Writing Contest (Open to boys and girls - 2/1 

Significant Challenge College Scholarship - 2/1 

Hollister Co. Anti-Bullying Scholarship - 2/1 

Ithaca College Martin Luther King Scholars Program - 2/1 

The Purpose Challenge - 2/1 

Freemont Foundation Scholarship - 2/1 

Drive2Life Contest - 2/2 

The HACER National Scholarship - 2/5 

Southern California Mothers of Multiples Club Scholarship - 2/5 

We the Students Essay Contest - 2/5 

RMEL Scholarship - 2/8 

Corvias Foundation Scholarship - 2/8 

Courageous Persuaders - 2/9

Design a Better Future Award - 2/11

Pink Ink QF Annual HS Seniors English Contest - 2/14

The Levin Firm - 2/15

2018 Beverage Industry College Scholarship - 2/15

National Co-Op Scholarship Program - 2/15

AFA 2018 Teen Scholarship Essay Contest - 2/15

Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship - 2/15

SKILLED LABOR SHORTAGE SCHOLARSHIP 

DEADLINE: 3/15/19

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR APRIL 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN APRIL (Deadlines are subject to change in 2019):

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2018

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN OCTOBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2019):

AES Engineering Scholarship - 10/6

 Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards - 10/15

College Jump Start Scholarship -10/17

Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship - 10/17

O Captain, My Captain Scholarship - 10/25

Horatio Alger National and State Scholarship - 10/25

Voice of Democracy Essay Contest - 10/30

Stokes Educational Scholarship Program - 10/31

Coca-Cola Scholars Program - 10/31

Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship - 10/31 

National Rice Month Scholarship - 10/31

Liaison Data-Inspired Future Scholarship - 10/31

CountyOffice.org Scholarship - 10/31

 Nancy Thorp Poetry Contest - 10/31

Good360 Sustainability Scholarship - 10/31

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR MAY 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN MAY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2019):

Dutch Crafters Heritage Scholarship - 5/1

1800wheelchair.com Scholarship - 5/1

Paradigm Challenge - 5/1

You are the Future Scholarship - 5/3

LA County Commission for Women 2018 Resilience Scholarship - 5/4

Models of Excellence Scholarship - 5/5

*LOCAL* SETLA Scholarship - 5/11

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR JUNE 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN JUNE (Deadlines are subject to change in 2019):

AV Freethinkers Scholarship - 6/4

Abbott & Fenner Scholarship - 6/14

Global Lift Equipment Scholarship - 6/15

Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship - 6/15

Providian Medical Scholarship - 6/21

Dolman Law Group Video Essay Contest - 6/29

Delete Cyberbullying Scholarship - 6/30

Writers and Illustrators of the Future Contest - 6/30

Digital Privacy Scholarship - 6/30

Review It Scholarship - 6/30

Lift Parts Express Scholarship - 6/30

The Andrew Flusche Scholarship Contest - 6/30

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR JULY 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN JULY (Deadlines are subject to change in 2019):

Daedalians Scholarship - 7/1

Moverscorp.com Scholarship - 7/15

Bachus & Schanker LLC - 7/30

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR AUGUST 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN AUGUST (Deadlines are subject to change in 2019):

Arctic Physical Therapy Scholarship - 8/31

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER 2019

SCHOLARSHIPS TRADITIONALLY DUE IN SEPTEMBER (Deadlines are subject to change in 2019):

Student Transportation Construction Industry Video Contest - 9/4

Cameron Impact Scholarship - 9/12

 Staples $50K Scholarship Contest - 9/15

The Gates Scholarship - 9/18

 Questbridge College Match - 9/27

 Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship - 9/30

 Money Metals Exchange Scholarship - 9/30

 Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship - 9/30

InsuranceProviders.com is proud to introduce a new scholarship promoting motorcycle safety among students.

The Look Twice, Save A Life Scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to any student who is currently attending or planning to attend college or some form of higher education.

One applicant will be chosen who best brings awareness to motorcycle safety. The scholarship will be awarded on an annual basis for the Spring semester. The deadline to apply is December 1st.

How to Apply

1. Create a form of social awareness that inspires other students to focus on Looking Twice for Motorcycle Safety. This can be a video, artwork, essay or anything that would engage other students to focus on safe driving.

2. Once you have completed Step 1, please proceed to fill out the application in our contact form below.

3. Submit a link to your video, artwork, essay or creative element of your choice in the final step of the application form.

Qualifications

• Current college student or anyone planning on attending college (or another form of higher education) in the upcoming school year.

• Student must have a valid driver’s license.

  Please email scholarship@insuranceproviders.com if you have any questions.

APPLY HERE

Edison Scholars: The Makers of Tomorrow

Realize your big dreams in STEM with our $40,000 Edison Scholars college scholarship.

Edison Scholars recognizes students who want to be makers of tomorrow – the dreamers, inventors, guardians and pioneers – those who dare to be great.

Each year, Edison International awards $40,000 scholarships to 30 high school seniors who want to make a difference in the world by studying science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) in college.

From helping to prevent the rise of ocean levels to increasing access to solar power in underserved communities, real issues need bright ideas to create change. This is a chance for students to stand up, advance their education, and be part of the solution.

The Details

There’s a lot riding on our future, so we have a few basic requirements to apply. Here’s the rundown:

• Applicants must be a high school senior with at least a cumulative 3.0 GPA, plan to pursue studies in the STEM fields at a four-year accredited college or university, and show financial need.

• Specific college majors include: computer and information systems, engineering, engineering technology, management information systems, mathematics, natural resources and conservation, or physical sciences.

• Applicants must live in Southern California Edison’s service territory.

• The top 100 finalists will be required to submit a short video. Don’t stress, it’s simple.

• Dependents of Edison International and SCE employees and retirees are not eligible.

Applications open October 1, 2018, tentative deadline December 1^st, 2018.

APPLY HERE

Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Education Scholarships

College Scholarship

Each year, the Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team awards two scholarships to innovative and highly creative high school and college students. We seek essay submissions from students who are creative thinkers and problem solvers. Whether you are a star in your local community, an aspiring leader, a tech whiz, an engineer or a creative writer, we want to hear from you.

Creative thought, motivation and execution are important to us. Innovation is just as important in the legal process as it is in the rest of life. To make progress and improve upon our circumstances and surroundings, we must be willing to take risks that can influence and drive positive change. We want to support students who buck the trend, think outside of the box and deliver on this concept in everyday life and in school.

Two $1,000 Scholarship Awards

Your essay:

• Submit a 500- to 750-word essay to scholarship@lambergoodnow.com by or on December 1, each year.
• Tell us how you are driven to innovate, how you plan to influence progress on any level in any space or how you have already affected positive change with creative thinking.
• We will choose finalists whose essays may be posted on our website and voted on via social media likes, shares, tweets and +1s. While this may have some influence on the eventual winning essays, it is not the sole basis of our final decisions.
• Two finalists will be awarded $1,000 scholarships for education expenses at schools of their choice.

Eligibility criteria for applicants:

1. Enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university. Please note that all types of colleges, including four-year, community colleges and “junior colleges” qualify for eligibility.
2. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8.
3. Essay submission must be received by December 1, each year.

Other application information:

• Include your name, email address and phone number in your email.
• If possible, attach your essay to the email as a Microsoft Word document, including your name, email address and phone number at the top of each page.
• Attach your most recent school transcript and proof of school enrollment.
• Submitting your resume or CV is optional.

Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Education Scholarships Website

DEADLINE: December 11th, 2018

DEADLINE: December 14th, 2018

Burger King Scholars APPLICATION INFORMATION

The requirements to become a BURGER KING℠ Scholar are simple. You must apply within the application period, and fit the prerequisites below:

• Have a strong academic record with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5,
• Be passionate about serving the community, and
• Be a high school senior, BURGER KING® employee, spouse/domestic partner or child of an employee.

High school students should be graduating seniors with plans to attend a two- or four-year accredited university, college or vocational-technical school in the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico. BK® employees can further their education by using the scholarship for non-degree courses such as accounting, computer or language courses.

If you want to go a step further, the McLamore Family Foundation created the James W. McLamore WHOPPER® Scholarship Award, granting a $50,000 scholarship to three students each year since 2011. The four-year scholarship is intended to help the top students that apply achieve their educational and professional goals, along with serving as a tribute to Jim himself. Here are the details:

• Be a citizen of the United States or Canada,
• Have graduated from high school within the last three years or be a full-time student who is a senior at a high school or home school in the United States, Canada or Puerto Rico,
• Students who are applying as a full-time freshman to a four-year accredited, college or university that is located in the United States and is exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code,
• Students who have a cumulative unweighted grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.3,
• Students who have a minimum ACT Composite score of 25 or a minimum combined SAT score of 1220,
• Students who demonstrate an active leadership role in community service, athletics, and/or similar co-curricular activity (such as student government, team sports, fraternal life, etc); and,
• Students who demonstrate substantial work experience.

Scholarships range from $1,000 to $50,000 and the application window is open until December 15 each year.

BK Scholars Scholarship Application Link

Rubincam Youth Award

$1,100 College Scholarship Video Essay Contest

The Clearwater auto accident attorneys at the Dolman Law Group understand the value of education. After all, all of our attorneys have earned an undergraduate degree and successfully completed a rigorous juris doctorate program during law school. We also understand that college can place a tremendous financial strain on both students and their families. As a result, we are offering a $1,100 BI-ANNUAL scholarship to a current or prospective college student. The scholarship will be awarded to the winner of our video essay contest, the details of which are outlined below.

Eligibility Requirements

In order to participate in the scholarship contest, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be currently attending or planning to attend a college or university during the 2019-2020 academic year.
• Must be in good academic standing with your current educational institution
• For applicants under 18, you must have permission from a parent or legal guardian
• Must apply to the contest via email and provide your name and the name of the institution you are attending or plan to attend
• Must provide your video essay (YouTube format preferred) by the deadline of 12/29/2018.
• Submit videos to: scholarships@dolmanlaw.com

Essay Topic

In order to participate in the essay contest, applicants must present a 2-minute video essay discussing the following issue:

Explaining, Preventing, and Pursuing Discrimination in the Workplace.

Many times, people in the workplace suffer from harassment, retaliation, and illegal discrimination. This can lead to depression, anxiety, lost wages, and even job loss. What ways can employees and their employers work together to provide a safe, fun, and discrimination-free working environment?

Deadline to apply for this scholarships is 12/29/2018 at 9AM EST.

More information @ https://www.dolmanlaw.com/scholarship/

Sweepstakes ends at 11:59PM December 30, 2018. Sweepstakes open to California residents age 16 and older. Please CLICK HERE for official sweepstakes rules and restrictions.  Sweepstakes and prizes provided by iHeartMedia.  UPLOAD IMAGE HERE .

FREE SPEECH ESSAY CONTEST WEBSITE LINK

Open to all full time high school students. 

The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund sponsors a scholarly writing contest for grades K-12. The theme for the essay is "What Does The Second Amendment Mean to You?"

All entries should be submitted to:

NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund,
Office of General Counsel,
11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone: (703) 267-1250

Entries must be postmarked on or before the entry deadline. All entries become the property of the NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund.

2018 Youth Essay Contest

Description, Prizes & Deadline: The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund continues its yearly Youth Essay Contest celebrating the Second Amendment as an integral part of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

Essays will be judged in two categories: Senior (grades 9-12) and Junior (grades 8 and below), with separate cash prizes awarded to the winners in each category. First place cash prizes are $1,000, $600 for second place, $200 for third place, and $100 for fourth place.

The entry deadline for this contest is December 31. Entries postmarked by December 31 will be accepted. Essay contest winners will be selected and notified in early 2019. All entries become the property of the NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund.

Eligibility: The contest is open to all students enrolled, or who will be enrolled, in an elementary, junior high, or high school during the 2018-2019 academic year, including homeschooled students in an equivalent grade level, who have not previously received a prize in their category. For example, a previous winner in the junior category, who is now eligible for the senior category, may submit an entry.

Format and Contents: All essays should be about 1,000 words, neat, and legible (double spaced, typed preferred). The fund historically receives a large number of entries and the contest is highly competitive. Include your name, age, address, telephone number, school, and grade as well as a statement from a teacher or parent certifying that the essay is your original work.

Learn more and get the entry form HERE.  

Because College is Expensive Scholarship

Super easy, fast and anyone can win!

Simply register @ CEDAR EDUCATION LENDING and you could be the next winner of our Easy Scholarship! We are giving out four $500 awards, ending quarterly (March 31, June 30, September 30 & December 31).

How it works:

The $500 “Because College is Expensive” Scholarship is open to all students and those planning on enrolling within 24 months. The winner will be determined by random drawing and then contacted directly and announced on this Scholarship page. One entry per person is all that is necessary. Read the official rules for additional information.

Who can Apply?

High school juniors & seniors, adults looking to head back to school, current college students and anyone else looking to attend college or graduate school.

Deadline:   

September 30, 2018 11PM EST, & December 31, 2018 11PM EST, March 31, 2019 11PM EST & June 30, 2019 11PM EST.

Apprentice Ecologist Initiative™

The Apprentice Ecologist Initiative™ (officially recognized by the U.S. EPA) has engaged tens of thousands of young volunteers (kids, teens, and college-age youth) from around the world in environmental cleanup and conservation projects since 1999. This program has received multiple awards from the City of Albuquerque, a "Best Community Impact" award from Eastern Kentucky University, and is featured on thousands of web sites.

The goals of the Apprentice Ecologist Initiative™ are to:

• Elevate youth into leadership roles by engaging them in environmental cleanup and conservation projects,
• Empower young people to rebuild the environmental and social well-being of our communities,
• Improve local living conditions for both citizens and wildlife through education, activism, and action.

Here's how to become an official Apprentice Ecologist and be considered for a scholarship:

1.     Conduct your own environmental stewardship project in 2018 .

2.     Take a few digital photos of your project in action.

3.     Write an essay about your project and what it meant to you.

4.     Register and upload your favorite project photo along with your essay.

After uploading your project photo and essay, we will publish your work on our Global Registry of Apprentice Ecologists and provide links to download an official Apprentice Ecologist heat transfer (for t-shirt). Please only upload an image that you took or one that you have permission to post (this avoids copyright problems). If you do not have a project photo, simply upload the NWP logo image along with your essay. An NWP t-shirt or tote bag will be awarded to the authors of the five best essays on an annual basis. School and community groups, especially those working with at-risk and disadvantaged youth, are highly encouraged to participate.

Three scholarships totaling $1,750 will be awarded annually to the authors of the three best Apprentice Ecologist essays. The top author will also receive a personalized crystal award. By registering and submitting your essay, you will automatically be considered for a scholarship. Be sure to include your full contact information (always private) when registering so that we can process any scholarships/awards that you may win. Scholarships are available to students between the ages of 13 and 21. The award covers 1) tuition and fees to enroll in or attend an accredited post-secondary (undergraduate or graduate at college or university) educational institution and/or 2) fees, books, supplies, and equipment required for courses. Applicants should embody the spirit of the Apprentice Ecologist Initiative™ by demonstrating personal leadership, initiative, and environmental stewardship in their project. Essays will be judged by a committee of Nicodemus Wilderness Project board members, volunteers, and past Apprentice Ecologist award winners. Please see tips below for additional elements that the committee considers important when judging essays. While there is no minimum/maximum length for essays, most of our past winners have written essays that ranged from about 750 to 1,500 words long. The deadline for uploading your Apprentice Ecologist project essay is midnight GMT on December 31, 2018 .

Winners of the annual Apprentice Ecologist Awards will be published online on Earth Day (April 22).

If you need help or have questions, you can contact us any time at: mail@wildernessproject.org

Apprentice Ecologist Initiative Website