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

MARCH

UNCF STEM Scholarship (12^th): Up to $25,000, African American, STEM major, 3.0+GPA, planning to be full-time for 20-21 school year, financial need, essays, LOR. DEADLINE: 3/19/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* APWA Scholarship (12^th): $500-$1,500, pursuing a career in civil engineering or public works related field. DEADLINE: 3/20/20 

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* AV Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship (12^th): $2,500, 3.5+GPA, pursing study in health-care curriculum, transcript, personal statement, 2 LORs, photograph. Application in Naviance DEADLINE: 3/24/20

Ninth Circuit Civics Contest (9^th-12^th): $2,000, essay and video contest regarding the 15^th and 19^th amendments and if any barriers still exist today.  DEADLINE: 3/25/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* LPAC Foundation Scholarship (12^th): $5,000, 2.75+GPA, major/minor in performing arts, application, essay, sample of talent, audition/interview required. DEADLINE: 3/27/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Raymond J Monti Memorial Scholarship (12^th): $2,000, 3.0+GPA, attending a four-year university/college in the fall. Application available in Naviance. DEADLINE: 3/27/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* PEO Scholarship (12^th): Amount TBD, 3.0+GPA, female, one-page application and typed essay showcasing your achievements and talents required. Application available in Naviance. DEADLINE: 3/27/20

2019-2020 Holocaust Artwork Contest (9^th-12^th): Up to $1,000, create artwork reflecting the Holocaust in one of the five approved mediums. DUE TO MRS. CHAINEY BY NOON DEADLINE: 3/27

OppU Scholarship (High School Student): $2,500, 500 words or less about why you are an achiever. DEADLINE: 3/31/20

No Sweat Scholarship (9^th-12^th):$2,500, Create a FREE account @ www/cirkledin.com and click the apply now button. DEADLINE: 3/31/20 

APRIL

AFSA Scholarship (12^th): $2,000, complete an application, winners are randomly selected. DEADLINE: 4/1/20

Herbert Lehman Education Fund Scholarship (12^th): $2,000 per year, planning to attend a four-year university, combined family income of $65,000 or less, academic achievement, service. DEADLINE: 4/1/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Lancaster United Methodist Scholarship (12^th): Centennial – 2.5+GPA, resident of AV min 12 consecutive months, will attend AVC. Second Century – 2.5+GPA, resident of AV min 12 consecutive months, member of United Methodist Church in the AV, will attend a 2yr, 4yr, or trade school. Application available in Naviance. DEADLINE: 4/1/20

Project Yellow Light Scholarship (11^th-12^th): $8,000 (video), $2,000 (radio), create a video or radio ad to warn your peers of the dangers of texting and driving. DEADLINE: 4/1/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Kappa Alpha Psi Guide Right Scholarship (12^th): Amount TBD, 2.5+GPA, autobiography (400 words or less), transcript, 2 LOR . Application in Naviance. DEADLINE: 4/3/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* AKA Scholarship (12^th): $500, African American, 3.0+ GPA, 3 LOR, Official Transcript, 4x6 color headshot photo. Application in available in Naviance. DEADLINE: 4/6/20  

National High School Essay Contest (9^th-12^th): $2,500, a trip to Washington D.C., and a full scholarship for a semester at Sea, 1000-1250 word essay on specified topic required. DEADLINE: 4/6/20

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship (12^th): $5,000, African-American, 3.3+GPA, financial need, plan to attend a four-year Fall 2020, pursuing a STEM or select business major, leadership. DEADLINE: 4/10/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* SWE Scholarship (12^th): $2,000, female, accepted by a college into an Engineering or Computer Science field. Application in Naviance. DEADLINE: 4/10/20 

We the Students Essay Prompt (9^th-12^th): $500-$7,500, 500-800 word essay on “what civil discourse means to you?” DEADLINE: 4/15/20

Black Youth Leadership Scholarship (12^th): $1,000, African American, academic excellence, leadership, unmet financial need, community service, proof of acceptance. DEADLINE: 4/15/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Deputy Don Self Integrity Scholarship (12^th): Amount TBD, 500-700 words regarding character traits of integrity, dignity, and credibility, transcript required. Application available in Naviance. DEADLINE: 4/17/20

Beat the Odds Scholarship (9^th): $10,000, college test prep, college meet & greets, financial literacy workshops, willingness to share your story, academic commitment, and financial need required. DEADLINE: 4/17/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* AARP Scholarship (12^th): Amount TBD, 3.0+GPA, financial need, application, transcript, 500 word essay, accepted by college, university, vocational school. Application in Naviance. DEADLINE: 4/30/20

E-Waste Scholarship (9^th-12^th): $1,000, 140-character message about e-waste. DEADLINE: 4/30/20

Jack C Mathews Scholarship (12^th): $1,000, must be a member of the LAFCU, 2.5+GPA, transcript, LOR, extracurricular list, outline of community service, on page essay. DEADLINE: 4/30/20 

MAY

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

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

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

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):

The UNCF STEM Scholars Program is an initiative designed to identify and provide scholarship and academic support for African American high school seniors entering college as first-time freshmen in fall 2020 who aspire to earn STEM degrees and to pursue careers in STEM fields.

The program awards 100 scholarships on an annual basis. 

Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify, applicants must:

• Be African American
• Be a citizen, legal permanent resident, or national of the United States
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on an unweighted 4.0 scale
• Pursued a rigorous course of study in high school in math and science courses, including pre-calculus
• Have demonstrated financial and unmet need as measured by the student’s college or university
• Show evidence of readiness for and commitment to pursue STEM majors, including biological/life sciences, physics, chemistry, computer science/engineering, information sciences, engineering (industrial, mechanical, electrical or chemical), mathematics
• Complete all of the application essays
• Arrange for a letter of recommendation to be submitted via the UNCF application portal
• Be enrolled for the first time at a U.S.-located, accredited college or university (with the exception of students concurrently pursuing a high school diploma while taking college-level courses) in the fall as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student
• Complete and submit the application by the deadline of Thursday, March 19, 2020, 11:59 pm EST/8:59 pm PST 

PROGRAM BENEFITS:

Tiered tuition scholarship with funding up to $25,000:

• Up to $2,500 per academic year for freshmen and sophomores, $5,000 for juniors and seniors, and an additional $5,000 for students whose academic programs require a fifth year.
• Scholarships are renewable for five undergraduate years, contingent upon:
  • Maintenance of a 3.0 (out of 4.0) GPA + continued full-time enrollment to a degree in an eligible STEM major
  • A $5,000 stipend based on a STEM-related project/internship of the student’s interest
  • Academic support and mentoring
  • Access to online academic support services and resource platform, as well as other STEM-discipline support services

Participation in:

• STEM Scholars Summer Orientation  
• UNCF Student Tech Empowerment Workshop

Career-development support:

• Mentoring, training, and education
• Access to entrepreneurial training in launching new tech ventures through competitive venture accelerator  program and high school/pre-college STEM summer leadership institute

APPLY FOR THE UNCF STEM SCHOLARS SCHOLARSHIP

Application available in Naviance 

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP*

$5,000

Eligibility
Applicant must be:

A.    A graduating senior from a local high school, home school or independent study program with a minimum GPA of 2.75

B.    Enrolling in an accredited post-secondary education program with a major or minor in a performing arts program (including technical fields).

Scholarship Selection Criteria

Academics
We value an applicant’s commitment to their education.  With that in mind, the committee will take into consideration all aspects for the applicant’s academic performance to date including grade point average, extra-curricular club participation, honors and awards.  The committee will also take into consideration any unique hardships, obstacles and challenge that students may have overcome in their lives.

Essay
Each applicant is required to submit a short essay of up to 600 words in length that addresses the question “what the arts mean to me?”  Each committee member will independently evaluate and score essays based on both technical writing (grammar, syntax) and content.  

Service
The Lancaster Performing Arts Center Foundation believes strongly in the value of community service.  Each application includes a section to highlight those areas of service in the applicant’s life.

Need
The committee may also take into consideration the financial need of applicants in an effort to change the lives of students that otherwise would not have opportunities to pursue an education in performing arts.

Talent/Skills
Each applicant must submit a sample of his or her talent/skills to the selection committee.

Demonstration and Interview

The committee will review applications and conduct a live audition/demonstration and interview with selected finalist.

Submit application, essay, letters, work sample(s) (flash drive, YouTube link, etc.) no later than March 27, 2020 to:

MAIL:

Lancaster City Hall in care of the LPAC Foundation 
44933 Fern Avenue - Lancaster, CA - 93534

OR IN PERSON from 12:00PM - 6:00PM  M-F
LPAC Box Office in care of the LPAC Foundation
750 West Lancaster Blvd. – Lancaster

Application available in Naviance or @ LPAC

Artwork due to Mrs. Chainey on March 27th by noon. 

UPDATE:

The date for the judging of the Performing Arts and Written and Spoken Word categories has been changed to 

APRIL 14 4:00 in the DO boardroom!

Students submitting in these categories need to come to perform for the judges!

Eligibility:

- Legal residents of the US or Canada

- Female

- 3.0+GPA

Application available in Naviance

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP*

Raymond J. Monti Memorial Scholarship

Ray Monti served the Antelope Valley for more than 30 years as a teacher and administrator, consistently supporting students in their efforts in all areas of education: academics, athletics, student organizations, and community service. In memory of his leadership and vision for education, his family has created a scholarship to recognize students who are leaders in the classroom, the school, and the community. All graduating seniors in the district are eligible. Only one recipient will be chosen from among the pool of applicants.

The Raymond J. Monti Scholarship is now active in Naviance. Applicants must have a 3.0 unweighted GPA, be attending a four-year university or college in the Fall, and submit their application via email to gailmonti1@gmail.com by 3/27 in order to be eligible for the $2,000 scholarship. 

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

Skilled Labor Shortage Scholarship (12th) - 3/15

Earth Day Scholarship (9^th-12^th) - 3/15

2019 Editorial Cartoon Contest (9^th-12^th) - 3/16

Doodle for Google Scholarship (9^th-12^th) - 3/18

CCU Student Scholarship (12^th) - 3/21

TRENZA Viva la Mujer Scholarship (12th) - 3/22

TRENZA Founding Mother Scholarship (12th) - 3/22

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Edwards Spouses Club Scholarship (12th) - 3/22

TASF Scholarship (12th) - 3/27

Royal Business Bank Scholarship (12th) - 3/27

Mega Bank Scholarship (12th) - 3/27

Cathay Bank Foundation Scholarship (12th) - 3/27

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Lancaster Work Ethics Scholarship (12th) - 3/29

Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship (16-25 years old) - 3/30

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Guide Right Scholarship (12th) - 3/31

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Young American Creative Patriotic Art Award (12th) - 3/31

Hearthstone Housing Foundation Scholarship (12th) - 3/31

JVS Scholarship (12^th – 16yrs+) - 3/31

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Society of Women Engineers Scholarship (12th) - 3/31

MUST BE A JUNIOR OR SENIOR AGE 14-20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP*

LANCASTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SCHOLARSHIPS 2020

LUMC is pleased to award two scholarships each year to graduating seniors in the Antelope Valley. Begun in 1985, these scholarships are an expression of our gratitude to the community and our commitment to youth.

In keeping with the original intent of the Centennial Commission, in 1983, the Centennial Scholarship was created as an outreach to the community in the form of a $600 scholarship to a student planning to attend Antelope Valley College. This scholarship will be credited in the student's name at Antelope Valley College.

And in celebration of the current vital ministry ofLUMC, as was the intent of the 1995 creation of the second award, the Second Century Scholarship recognizes a youth in our own denomination with a $600 scholarship.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS are as follows:

Centennial Scholarship - $600

A. Graduating senior from an accredited local high school

B. Grade Point Average (GPA) of2.5 or higher

C. Resident of the Antelope Valley a minimum of 12 consecutive months prior to graduation

D. Will attend Antelope ValleyCollege

Second Century Scholarship - $600

A. Graduating senior from an accredited local high school

B. Grade Point Average (GPA) of2.5 orhigher

C. Resident of the Antelope Valley a minimum of 12 consecutive months prior to graduation

D. Member or active participant in a United Methodist Church in theAntelope Valley

E. Will attend any accredited two year college, four year college, university, or trade school

SELECTION CRITERIA used for determining annual recipients are as follows:

Centennial Scholarship

35% A. GPA - include transcript photocopy (Docufile transcript not accepted)

35% B. Participation in school organizations, sports, and community groups

20% C. Essay - no more than two typed, double-spaced pages describing your future goals and how this scholarship will help you move toward achieving them.

10% D. One letter ofrecommendation from someone unrelated to you.

Second Century Scholarship

25% A. GPA - include transcript photocopy (Docufile transcript not accepted)

20% B. Participation in school organizations, sports, and community groups.

25% C. Participation in church-related programs

20% D. Essay - no more than two typed, double-spaced pages describing your future goals and how this scholarship will help you move toward achieving them.

10% E. Two letters of recommendation from persons unrelated to you. One of these should be someone aware of your church participation, such as your minister or youth leader.

APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN APRIL 1, 2020 SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED VIA EMAIL AND TRADITIONAL MAIL

Application available in Naviance. 

Herbert Lehman Education Fund

The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Herbert Lehman Scholarship Program awards are $2,000 per year, over four years, for a total of $8,000 - provided funds are available. Scholars must remain in good academic standing and continue to meet the scholarship criteria in order to maintain eligibility.  The deadline for the scholarship is April 1.  

Final decisions are made by mid-July at which time all students will be notified of their status via email.

Eligibility

• U.S. Citizenship;
• Must be a graduating high school senior, first-year student in an accredited four-year college, or a student transferring into an accredited four-year college;
• Demonstrated financial need - must have a combined family income of $65,000 or less;
• Record of academic achievement; and
• Demonstrated commitment to public service.

Scholarship Application Checklist – Your application must include all  items listed below: 

• Completed scholarship application form;
• A copy of the acceptance letter to the college you will attend;
• Two recommendation letters;
• Resume;
• A copy of your current school transcript (finalists will be required to submit an official transcript);
• A personal statement;
• An essay;
• A copy of your SAT and/or ACT test scores; and
• A copy of your Student Aid Report (FAFSA Form).  Line 85 must be completed showing  a dollar amount.  If not, a copy of your parents’ income tax return must be attached.

Finalists will be required to submit a recent professional photo. (As a guideline, your face should take up approximately 60% of the frame.   

APPLY FOR THE HERBERT LEHMAN EDUCATION FUND SCHOLARSHIP

Applicant Eligibility Requirements

• The High School Senior College Scholarship Contest is open to high school seniors who are citizens or aliens legally residing in the USA.
• Winner selection is NOT based on financial need, GPA or demographic criteria.

Scholarship Contest Deadline - Midnight (CT), April 1, 2020. 

Prizes

• A total of $20,000 is awarded.  Ten (10) winners will receive a scholarship of $2,000 each.  Only one $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to any single individual from this contest.
• The scholarship is paid directly to the educational institution in the student’s account to be used for tuition and/or books for the fall 2020 semester. The scholarship monies may be used over a period not to exceed four (4) years.

Winner Selection

• Scholarship winners are randomly selected by computer-generated drawing from among valid entries received at the conclusion of the contest period.
• Odds of winning are based on total number of entries received.

Winner Notification

• Due to the number of entries received, AFSA can only notify winners.
• AFSA will contact each winner by email and phone within fourteen (14) business days of contest end-date, using contact information given by the entrant during application process. Winners have ten (10) calendar days from date email is sent/phone message is left to respond and verify they meet the eligibility requirements as defined on the scholarship contest Web site. High school winners will use the form provided in the email from AFSA, to be completed by their high school counselor/advisor and fax, scan or mail to the AFSA national office.
• Once you are confirmed as winner, AFSA will send you the appropriate college/university/trade school forms to complete for a check to be issued to your chosen school and deposited into your student account. No funds will be issued directly to individuals. All forms and processes must be completed within sixty (60) days of contest end date or your scholarship is forfeited.
• Winners will be notified for appropriate recognition to include award assemblies, graduation ceremonies and newspaper announcements.
• Winners’ names will be posted on this web site in May 2020.

Apply to the AFSA Scholarship

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. "Guide Right" Scholarship

The Lancaster/Palmdale Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc is announcing the acceptance of applications for the 2020 Guide Right Scholarship program.  For the twenty-second consecutive year, our organization, under the auspices of our national “Guide Right Program”, has awarded scholarships to deserving students within the Antelope Valley.   

If you are a senior living in the Antelope Valley, with a desire to pursue higher education, you are encouraged to apply for this scholarship.  The five students selected for this scholarship will be recognized at their school’s Senior Awards Night.

Completed applications can be submitted in the following manner: to the Scholarship liaison at your school site, through AVUHSD District mail, or through the regular USPS to the address listed above. Whichever method is selected, the application and the associated materials must be received by Friday, April 3rd, 2020.

Applications are available in Naviance.

Application Components:

*    Completion of the application (typed or print neatly in ink)
*    Autobiography (400 words max)
*    Transcript
*    Complete the Personal Data Form (application)
*    Two letters of recommendation from: a Counselor, Teacher, or Community Member

Application DUE: 4/3/20

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP*

OPEN TO GRADES 9-12

Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships

This year, BAM will award two US $5,000 scholarships to outstanding high school seniors who are interested in pursuing careers in technology. The scholarships are renewable – winners who continue to meet the criteria are eligible to receive an annual award of $5,000 for up to four (4) consecutive years for a potential total $20,000 scholarship. Up to 24 scholarship runners-up will be eligible for a one-time $2,500 BAM technology stipend based on need.

Requirements

To be considered for a BAM Scholarship, you must:

• Be a high-school senior of African descent (African American or African).
• Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the fall of the year following high-school graduation.
• Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing).
• Demonstrate a passion for technology.
• Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community.
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• Require financial assistance to attend college.

How to Apply

To apply for a BAM Scholarship, submit your application online by April 10, 2020 11:59 PM Pacific Time with the following items:

• Two letters of recommendation. At least one letter must be from a faculty or staff member at your school. Letters of recommendation should be original and should not be duplicates of college recommendation letters. (Letters must be on letterhead.)
• Résumé. Your résumé should include the following information:

     - Extracurricular activities (school and community related)

     - Honors and awards that you have received (if possible, include awards that are technology related)

      - Work experience

• Picture of yourself. Pictures must be in color.
• Transcript. Include a copy of your current academic transcript. (Official or Unofficial copies will both be accepted.)
• Two Essays.

      - In no more than 500 words, describe how you plan to engage in the technology industry in your future career. (If you have done exemplary work using technology during high school, please describe that also.)

      - In no more than 250 words, demonstrate your financial need for this scholarship.

All materials MUST be submitted through the online application link below. Emailed or mailed documents will not be accepted.

Apply for the Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship

2019-2020 We the Students Essay Prompt

What does civil discourse mean to you?

Civil discourse is a concept that goes beyond a simple dictionary definition, and understanding it involves a combination of personal experience and ‘big ideas.’ Perhaps it is something you recognize from an occurrence in your own life. Maybe you can easily recognize when it is missing. Differing perspectives are a key part of learning, of democracies, and of civil society. For this essay, we ask you not only share your comprehension of what civil discourse is meant to be but to also relate what it looks like when it works – and when it doesn’t – and why. Perhaps you will choose to include mention of a time when you, yourself, were part of an exchange intended to understand something – how did you go about it? We encourage you to bring emotion, creativity, specific examples (including current events), and well-researched facts into what you write. A good essay will demonstrate how civil discourse is not just an abstract idea, but is, in fact, action inspired by constitutional principles, and demonstrated through civic virtues. We want to know what you think civil discourse truly means. In 500-800 words draft your response.

The winners of this year’s contest will receive:

• 1st Place – $7,500 and a scholarship to our 2020 Constitutional Academy in Washington, D.C.

• Runners Up – 5 prizes at $1,500 each

• Honorable Mentions – 8 prizes at $500 each

Open to students grades 9^th-12^th ages 14-19.

Deadline: April 15, 2020 at 11:59 pm PT

SUBMIT YOUR WE THE STUDENT ESSAY

Deputy Don Self Integrity Scholarship

Complete the application that can be found in Naviance AND on a separate sheet please provide a typed essay (500 - 750 words) answering the question below:
The Deputy Don Self Integrity Scholarship honors the original Antelope Valley Mall deputy who believed kids were not bad, just sometimes used poor judgment, resulting in the loss of their integrity, dignity and credibility. Deputy Self established the Integrity Club to teach youth the “importance of Integrity, Dignity, and Credibility in their daily lives.

What does the character traits of Integrity, Dignity and Credibility mean to you? Also, discuss in your essay about any challenges or obstacles you have dealt with and overcome in life and how learning these traits will help you succeed in college and beyond.

Transcript required

Letter or Recommendation (Optional)

MAIL COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE TO:
Palmdale Sheriff Department Scholarship Committee

Attn: Deputy Ron Sneed

750 E. Avenue Q Palmdale, CA 93550

or Email to Scholarship Committee Chairperson: Sally Altobelli Email: saltobelli@avbgc.org

Deadline: 4/17/20 by 4:00PM

E-waste Scholarship

Each year there are 20 to 50 million tons of e-waste discarded in the world. E-waste contains toxic materials, including heavy metals, that can easily seep into the ground and ultimately get into groundwater supplies. According to the EPA, recycling e-waste allows more than 100 million pounds of materials to be reused annually.

The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the impact of e-waste and what can be done to reduce e-waste. 

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 e-waste. 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 e-waste.

Deadline: April 30, 2020 to coincide with Earth 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 to the E-Waste Scholarship 

Application available in Naviance. 

Application available in Naviance. Turn in completed applications and supporting documents to Mrs. Chainey.

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

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Lancaster United Methodist Scholarships (12th) - 4/1

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* AV Republican Women, Federated Scholarship (12th) - 4/5

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* AKA Scholarship (12th) - 4/6

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Antelope Valley School Boards Association Scholarship (12th) - 4/12

Steps for Change Scholarship (12th) - 4/15

Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes (Ages 8-18yrs old) - 4/15

Speak Truth to Power Scholarship (9^th-12^th) - 4/15

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Re/Max All Pro Higher Education Scholarship (12th) - 4/16

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* GAVAR Scholarship (12th) - 4/17

*LOCAL* No More - Art Contest (9^th-12^th) - 4/18

Honorsgradu Scholarship (12th) - 4/28

SCAG Scholarship (11^th-12^th) - 4/26

A Voice For Animals Contest (14-18 years old) - 4/30

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

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR MAY 2019

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

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Nu Omicron Zeta Chapter Scholarship (12^th) - 5/1

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Prince Hall Memorial Education Scholarship (12^th) - 5/10

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Don Self Integrity Scholarship (12^th) - 5/13

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* Lockheed Martin Leadership Scholarship (12^th) - 5/13

LA County Resilience Scholarship (12^th) - 5/17

Genita Evangelista Johnson Endowed Scholarship (12^th) - 5/20

 *LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* DAL Scholarship (12^th) - 5/22

B.Davis Scholarship (11^th-12^th) - 5/24

Cameron Impact Scholarship (Rising Seniors) - 5/24

Charles “Pete” Conrad Jr. Scholarship (12th) - 5/25

Howard Drollinger Scholarship (12th) - 5/25

Morrey Plotkin Scholarship (12th) - 5/25

Anton Acherman Scholarship (12th) - 5/25

Clay Lacy Scholarship (12th) – 5/25

*LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP* AV Gem and Mineral Club Scholarship (12^th) - 5/30

Get Up! Get Active! Scholarship (15 years old +) - 5/31

Cottage Inn Scholarship (12^th) - 5/31

Courage to Grow Scholarship (11^th-12^th) - 5/31

Mother’s Day Scholarship (18 years old +) - 5/31

LM Scholarship (12^th) - 5/31

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.

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

NO NEW SCHOLARSHIPS TO REPORT FOR AUGUST 2019

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

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 

Don’t Text & Drive 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