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

MAY

*LOCAL* Lockheed Martin Leadership Association 525 Scholarship (12^th): $2,000, open to students pursuing a STEM degree, 750 words or less essay, official transcript, and completed application required. Application available in Naviance. DEADLINE: 5/13/20

NSHSS Virtual Valedictorian Scholarship (12^th): $1,000, open to ALL seniors, 3-5 minute video of an inspiring speech you create, transcript, headshot, . DEADLINE: 5/15/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* SWE Scholarship (12^th): $2,000, female, accepted by a college into an engineering or computer science field, application, transcript, essay, 2 LOR required. Application available in Naviance DEADLINE EXTENDED: 5/15/20

Women of Excellence Scholarship (12^th): $1,000-$1,500, female,  3.5+ GPA, LOR, essay, photograph, application required. DEADLINE: 5/20/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* AVSBA Scholarship (12th): $750, 3.0+ GPA, must be going into the teaching profession, must be going to AVC in the Fall, 2 LOR, transcript, personal essay required. Application in Naviance. DEADLINE: 5/22/20

Cameron Impact Scholarship (Class of 2021): Four-year, merit-based full tuition and qualified educational expenses scholarship, 3.7+ GPA, extracurricular activities, leader, active in community service, application, 2 LOR, transcript required. DEADLINE: 5/22/20

B.Davis Scholarship (11th-12th): Write an essay describing 3 characteristics of leadership you value most. How have they developed you as an individual? DEADLINE: 5/22/20

Flight Path Museum Scholarships (12^th): $2,000-$5,000, demonstrated a genuine interest in a career in aviation, aerospace, or aeronautics. DEADLINE: 5/26/20

1800wheelchair.com Scholarship (16 years old or older): $500, submit a visual poem, in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. DEADLINE: 5/30/20

*Local Scholarship* PEO Scholarship (12th) - Amount TBD, Female, 3.0+GPA, application and typed personal essay showcasing your achievements and talents required. Application in Naviance. DEADLINE EXTENDED: 5/31

Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship (11th): $500-$2,000, plays a HS or club sport, 2.5+GPA, exhibits personal mastery, leadership, and honors the game. DEADLINE: 5/31/20

Courage to Grow Scholarship (11th-12th): $500, in 250 words or less why do you believe that you should be awarded this scholarship? DEADLINE: 5/31/20 

PB&J Scholarship (12th): $500-$1,000, attending an accredited 2-year or 4-year college in 2020. DEADLINE: 5/31/20 

A Voice for Animals Contest (9th-12th): $500, write an essay addressing specific topics about animals that are suffering or mistreated. DEADLINE: 5/31/20 

Get Up! Get Active Scholarship (9th-12th): $1,000, in 3-5 sentences write about weaknesses as they relate to the application prompts. DEADLINE: 5/31/20 

Cottage Inn Scholarship (12th): $2,500, 3.0 GPA, accepted into an accredited college/university in the US, answer an essay prompt, upload a transcript. DEADLINE: 5/31/20 

LM Scholarship (12th): $2,500, 3.0 GPA, answer the essay question from the website. DEADLINE: 5/31/20 

 AUGUST

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

SEPTEMBER

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

More scholarship information available from Chamber of Commerce 

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

Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship - 1/30 

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):

Women of Excellence Scholarship

APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY MAY 20, 2020 (NO EXCEPTIONS)
(Please include all items in one (1) packet. Pieced together applications will be automatically disqualified)

Who is Eligible: High School Senior Girls (no exceptions)
GPA: We must receive verification of GPA from high school of 3.5 or higher no exceptions (A copy of your
transcript must be included in the application. Transcripts can be copies of official transcripts but must
say “Official Transcripts”)

REQUIREMENTS:
ESSAY TOPICS: (CHOOSE ONE TOPIC TO WRITE ON)
1. What are three characteristics a woman must have to be considered a “Woman of Excellence?” Do you know someone who has these characteristics and do you consider them to be a Woman of Excellence? Finally, how can you become a Woman of Excellence in the future?
2. What do you think the biggest challenges are for your generation and what have you done or plan to do as a young woman to change that?
3. In today’s world how important is women empowerment? What are ways that women can empower each other and how have you participated in empowering other women?
4. Describe a problem you’ve solved or a problem you would like to solve. It could be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma or anything that is of personal importance no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution
5. Within the essay please state in detail why you need the scholarship.

ESSAY WORD COUNT: 350 word minimum, typed double-spaced in “Times New Roman” font (Last name, First name, high school or church affiliation on every page in upper right hand corner.) In addition, please write the topic essay question on the first page of the essay.

Letters of Recommendation: 2 letters of recommendation from a non-relative, A Resume, please include: jobs, internships, community, volunteer service, extracurricular activities, and the college that you plan to attend in the fall. Stating the college you are attending in the fall is very important.

College Acceptance Letter: Please include the acceptance letter from the college that you will be attending in the fall. (This is very important)

Photograph: Please include a color headshot of the applicant no larger than 5x7 and no smaller than 4x6

Applicants Contact Information: Applicants full name, parent/parents/guardian name, phone number, and mailing address must be included in the application packet

Mail to: Ladylike Foundation / 4859 W. Slauson Ave #128 / Los Angeles CA 90056
Emailed Applications: info@theladylike.com

Contact for Questions: Leah C. Pump, President & CEO. Leahch4@aol.com / 323.855.2275
Interviews: All finalists for the scholarship will be contacted and will have to participate in an interview
with the Ladylike Foundation Board for final selection. In order to qualify the finalist must be present for
the interview.

Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1,500 - $5,000 per recipient. Scholarship recipients are
expected to attended the Saturday, June 20, 2020 Luncheon at the Beverly Hilton Hotel from
11am-3pm. They must wear professional attire for the interview if chosen, and professional luncheon
attire for the event on June 20, 2020

Once scholarship recipients have been selected by the scholarship committee, the recipient’s
parent/parents/guardian will be contacted by telephone.

All items required in the scholarship application are non-returnable. The Ladylike Foundation will
respect each applicant’s privacy, but will not return any application packets.

APPLY FOR THE WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE 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:

• Early Application Deadline for the Class of 2021 is May 22, 2020 at 12:00pm PT (NOON) 
• Regular Application Deadline for the Class of 2021 is September 11, 2020 at 12:00pm PT (NOON)

Apply to the Cameron Impact Scholarship

The Antelope Valley School Boards Association desires to recognize and reward outstanding students who graduate from high school, who pursue higher academic instruction, who demonstrate academic excellence, possess the ability to succeed in the teaching profession and have leadership skills. The Antelope Valley School Boards Association is offering (l) $750.00 Scholarship to a deserving student who meets the following Criteria:
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all of the following requirement:
l. Be a graduating High School Senior from within one of the membership Districts of the Antelope Valley School Boards Association (A.V. Union High School District, So. Kern Unified District and Acton-Agua Dulce Unified District)
2. Have a minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.00
3. Field of Study - Teaching Profession
4. Be a full time student 12 units or more
5. Will be attending Antelope valley Community College in the fall
6. Fill our the application below and provide information requested

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Friday, May 22nd

EMAIL COMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND ATTACHMENTS TO: scholarships@avhsd.org

AVSBA Scholarship Application

B.Davis Scholarship

2020 scholarship programs from the Flight Path Museum and Learning Center at LAX are now open. 

The deadline for submitting applications is Tuesday, May 26, 2020.

We now have several scholarship programs for students pursuing careers in aviation, they are:

·              Morrey Plotkin ($5000)

·              Howard Drollinger ($2500)

·              Charles "Pete" Conrad, Jr. ($2000)

Flight Path Applications

All Applicants MUST:

·        Be eligible to apply for full-time study in an accredited school (community college, four year college, university, technical school, etc.) leading to a degree or certificate in aviation, aerospace, aeronautics or physical science studies that relate to aviation and plan on attending school no later than the next academic school year. 

·         Be a United States citizen or a permanent legal resident.

·         Reside in Southern California.

·         Have demonstrated or expressed a genuine interest in a career in aviation, aerospace or aeronautics.  For example, membership in aviation explorer scouts, member of an aviation or aerospace club, attendance at an aviation or space camp, extra-curricular aviation, robotics or engineering activities, a student membership in a professional engineering society, etc.

1800wheelchair.com SCHOLARSHIP

Amount: $500

Participants must meet the following criteria:

·         Enrolled at an accredited high school, college, or university in the U.S.

·         Enrolled at the graduate level, undergraduate level or your final year of high school

·         Aged sixteen (16) years or older

·         Carry a status of "good standing" (i.e. currently enrolled)

·         Maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (or equivalent)

·         Postmarked by May 30, 2020

Please note:

• There is no formal printed application from 1800wheelchair, all necessary information is on this page
• There are no requirements in terms of physical disability or ability. All applications are welcome
• We do not accept fax or email applications
• Please send your application via traditional mail; express mail will not be accepted
• No need to print this page; just send your written response and contact information
• Do not send any CD ROMs, letters of recommendation, tax returns, bank balances, resumes or CVs
• Please keep a digital copy in Word or Google Docs. We'll need a copy to put up on our site.

Scholarship Topic

For this scholarship period, we are going to repeat our visual contest. Please submit a 'visual poem', in a style of your choosing, on the theme of overcoming a personal challenge. Limit your 'visual poem' to an 8.5in x 11in piece of paper. You can choose to represent words, images, or both. It can abstract or representational. Please include a personal statement that gives us an idea of who you are and how your poem relates to a challenge you've faced. The poem and essay (combined) should be between 500 and 1,000 words, but feel free to write a little more or less.
Note: We will not be able to return any submissions.

Send all materials to:
1800wheelchair.com Scholarship
515 Canal St,
Suite 1C
New York, NY 10013

Your application should include:

• Typed copy of your submission (make sure to save a digital copy, so we can publish it, in the event that we decide to publish it.)
• First & last name, email address & phone number printed at the top or back of each page
• Statement or transcript of your Grade Point Average (GPA) - unofficial transcripts accepted
• Students submitting their work should sign-up for our scholarship email list below

1800wheelchair.com

*LOCAL* PEO Scholarship

Open to all young women with a 3.0+GPA.

Please include a typed personal essay showcasing your achievements and talents. 

EXTENDED DEADLINE: 5/31

PEO Scholarship Application

Courage to Grow Scholarship

Eligibility: You must be a junior or senior in high school or college student with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or better. U.S. citizens only please.

Deadline date: May 31, 2020

Award amount: $500.00

Please explain in 250 words or less why you believe that you should be awarded this scholarship.

Apply for the Courage to Grow Scholarship

Get up! get Active!

Active Life Scholarship to Tackle Your Weakness

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?

Deadline: May 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.

Apply to the Get Up! Get Active! Scholarship

Deadline: Application deadline for the 6th annual scholarship is May 31, 2020. Essays will be accepted up until the May deadline, and scholarships will be awarded in late fall.

AWARDS:

First Place: $2,500.00
First Runner Up: $1,000.00
Second Runner Up: $500.00

COTTAGE INN REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING:

• Proof of a minimum High School GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Applicants must be residents of the United State of America
• Acceptance into an accredited college or university in the United States of America

HOW TO APPLY:

• • Complete the application form online
  • Upload an essay answering the following: Given the rapid growth of third-party delivery services such as GrubHub and EatStreet, Cottage Inn Pizza is now competing with several different restaurants and markets. How do we stay relevant with our delivery services given all the options customers now have at their fingertips?
  • Provide proof of official transcript & proof of acceptance into an accredited college or university

APPLY TO THE COTTAGE INN SCHOLARSHIP

Odenza Vacations College Scholarship

Deadline: June 1st, 2020
Award Value: $500

If you have any questions about the scholarship program, please email the program administrator at: ryan@studentscholarships.org

To be considered eligible for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship you must:

1) Be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st, 2020

2) Submit answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page, prior to the June 1st, 2020 deadline.

3) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

4) Be a resident of the United States or Canada

Essay Question: 
Why do you want to be in College/University? (Please ensure your essay does not exceed 1000 words.)

The scholarship winner will be announced roughly 6 weeks after the deadline and will be posted on this website immediately after. All applications must be received by 11:59pm ET on the day of the deadline. No late applications will be reviewed.

Apply for the Odenza Vacations Scholarship

There are two methods of entry in the sweepstakes. 

-       You will receive an automatic entry by registering online with ACT at www.ACT.org to take the October 2019, December 2019, February 2020, April 2020, June 2020 or July 2020 U.S. national ACT test for testing to occur in the 50 United States, the District of Columbia or Puerto Rico (to the extent online registration is available to you for the selected ACT test date).  If you register for the ACT test but do not desire an entry in the sweepstakes, see the Official Rules for entry opt-out instructions. 

-       Alternately, you can create a free student account in the ACT Academy and complete an online entry form within your account which is the free alternate method of entry for the sweepstakes and does not require ACT test registration or purchase.  See Official Rules for instructions and make sure you pay attention to the sweepstakes entry periods, and note the limits on entries.

Ever wondered just how much of a difference high school students can make on their communities? 

That’s why our 2020 Design a Better Future scholarship will also be a design thinking community improvement project based on the LAUNCH Cycle. We will also fund five more $10,000 tuition awards, with the top project receiving up to $5,000.

You must be a graduating high school senior that will be attending a college or university to continue your education.

Design & work on a community improvement project using the guidelines from the website and submit by June 15th. 

Apply for the Honors GradU Scholarship

2020 NPG Poster Scholarship Contest 

OPEN TO SENIORS

Handmade & Digital Art 
Multiple Prizes ranging from from $1,000 to $3,000!

NPG, a national membership organization devoted to population issues, invites students to compete in their Poster Scholarship Contest.

POSTER THEME:  TOO MANY PEOPLE. All art must include the statement TOO MANY PEOPLE and illustrate the idea that they will have a negative impact on our future. 

Entries must be received by 5:00 PM EST on June 15, 2020.  Those received after the deadline will NOT be accepted. 

Apply for the NPG Scholarship Contest

$500 Award

Eligibility:

Applicants must meet all 3 of the following requirements:
1. Identify as atheist, agnostic, humanist and/or secular;
2. Reside in Antelope Valley, CA, USA;
3. Currently a high school senior graduating spring 2020 and college bound in fall 2020.

Essay Topic: Being a Young Freethinker in the Antelope Valley

A freethinker is someone who develops opinions based on science and reason in contrast to faith, authority, tradition, or dogma. Write from a personal perspective about how you have applied free thought in your life as well as how these principles benefit society as a whole.

Length: 500-700 words. Include word count. Submit typed, double-spaced essay with standard margins.

Other Requirements: Choose your own title. Do not include a resume. Please staple. Place your name and essay title on each page. Include a separate paragraph biography identifying your age, birthdate, hometown, the college or university you will be attending in the fall, intended major and interests or high school achievements. Include your name, mailing address, phone number(s), and e-mail address. Winner will be asked to send verification of student enrollment. Essay must be submitted both by mail and e-mail by deadline (see below).

By applying, the Applicant grants to Antelope Valley Freethinkers, Inc. ("AVF") a nonrecoverable, non-exclusive, and perpetual license to publish and use Applicant's name, image or likeness, and the essay or the text of the essay, accurately reproduced, in any form or format selected by AVF; and represents that the essay is the original work of the Applicant. Applicant shall retain any copyright interest in the essay that does not substantially interfere with AVF's use of the license hereby granted.

Winner agrees to provide a photograph suitable for reproduction. Winner agrees to attend a meeting of Antelope Valley Freethinkers on or before December 6, 2020 to collect the award. In the event this constitutes an undue hardship upon the awardee, an alternate method of collecting the award will be determined. Scholarship awards are granted in the sole discretion of AVF and AVF reserves the right to withdraw the offer of scholarship in its sole discretion upon, inter alia, unavailability of funds, failure of entries to meet standards set by the judge(s), or failure of the winning Applicant to provide proof of enrollment in a college or university by August 28, 2020. Winners will be announced on August 7, 2020.

The winner will receive a free one-year membership in AVF. Note: AVF monitors for plagiarism.

Deadline: June 26, 2020

Mailing specifications: Mail postmarked no later than June 26, 2020 to:
High School Essay Contest
Antelope Valley Freethinkers
40915 40th St. West
Palmdale, CA 93551

Email: Email your essay no later than June 26, 2020 to president@avfreethinkers.org with subject heading “Essay [Full Name],” e.g., Essay Albert Einstein. Please follow all instructions.

Los Angeles County Commission for Women

2020 RESILIENCE SCHOLARSHIP  

Commissioner Janet Elliot Mummey, Esq., had the foresight and impetus to create the Resilience Scholarship. A tireless champion for women, children, and the elderly, she dedicated her professional career to empowering and improving education for women. The Commission for Women is eternally grateful for her leadership, dedication and the quest for equity and justice.

PURPOSE OF SCHOLARSHIP
Since its inception in 1999, the Resilience Scholarship has provided women within Los Angeles County the support to achieve their educational goals. Our scholarship serves as a supplemental resource designed to subsidize incidentals above and beyond those allowable expenses covered by federal and state financial aid.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

1. Enrolled at a high school, or community college, or trade school or an accredited university, and provide proof of enrollment.

2. Have a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA from high school, community college, trade school or university.

3. Reside within Los Angeles County, if you are first-time applicant. Applicants applying for a subsequent scholarship are not required to maintain residency in Los Angeles County. Subsequent applicants may be considered if they verify continued enrollment in an academic or vocational program.

APPLICANT GUIDELINES
In consideration of COVID 19 and the social distancing orders resulting this impending health crisis, the LACCW is temporarily modifying the applicant guidelines to facilitate the scholarship application process. 1. The completed application packet must be emailed to laccw@bos.lacounty.gov by Friday, June 26, 2020.

Packet should include:

✓ Scholarship application

✓ Two essay statements

✓ One letter of recommendations (Optional but not required)

✓ School transcripts (Optional but not required)

LA County Commission for Women Scholarship Application

Digital Privacy Scholarship

It's important to understand that almost anything you post on the Internet is neither temporary nor private. And posting too much information can have devastating consequences. Forty-three percent of employers who checked on social media have decided not to hire someone, according to a CareerBuilder survey. Twelve percent of college admissions officers who checked Facebook decided not to admit an applicant according to a Kaplan Test Prep survey.

The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand why you should be cautious about what you post on the Internet.

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 digital privacy. 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 digital privacy.

Deadline: June 30, 2020

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 Digital Privacy Scholarship

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

IEI $1,000 Bi-Annual Scholarship - 6/1

Got a Spine Scholarship - 6/2  

Antelope Valley Freethinkers Scholarship - 6/7 

CBMLA Scholarship - 6/14

Abbott & Fenner Scholarship - 6/14

Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship - 6/15 

Providian Medical Scholarship - 6/21  

#thefutureisfemale Scholarship - 6/29 

CACESF Scholarship - 6/29   

Dolman Law Group Scholarship - 6/29  

Lift Parts Express Scholarship - 6/30 

The Andrew Flusche Scholarship - 6/30  

Delete Cyberbullying Scholarship - 6/30

Writers and Illustrators of the Future Scholarship - 6/30  

Hoshizaki Ice Maker Supporting STEM Scholarship - 6/30  

The Caring.com Scholarship - 6/30 

IBPA Scholarship - ROLLING

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR JULY 2019

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

FTF Teen Travel Writing Scholarship - 7/12 

Aero Club Scholarship - 7/14 

Negative Population Growth Scholarship - 7/15  

R&D Scholarship - 7/31 

The Margarian Scholarship - 7/31 

Flavor of the Month Scholarship - 7/31 

Minecraft Scholarship - 7/31 

CIA Undergraduate Scholarship - 7/31

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

Girls are the Balm Scholarship - 8/23

Arctic Physical Therapy Scholarship - 8/31

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

Cameron Impact Scholarship - 9/13

Gates Scholarship - 9/15

Questbridge National College Match Scholarship - 9/26

Let’s Excel Scholarship - 9/30

Money Metals Exchange Scholarship - 9/30 

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR OCTOBER 2019

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

Create Real Impact Contest - 10/5 

AES Engineering Scholarship - 10/6 

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