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1 Scholarship Information Financial Edge, OHS's source for scholarships, provides students with an updated list. Bridges provides users with personalized planning resources to access, explore, and structure a personal portfolio. School Soup provides students with the most scholarships and other financial aid on the internet - over $32 billion in scholarship awards. College & Career Room The Oviedo High School College/Career Room has provided a much-needed service to the students at OHS since Staffed by Dividend volunteers, the College/Career Room is located in the Guidance Office. It is open daily. All scholarship announcements will be posted in the Senior English classrooms and in the College room in Guidance. Don't let somebody else get the $ you deserve! Get these applications in! Note: This is not a legal document, and specific details should be checked with the College Room, Mrs. Lightsey in Guidance, or the organization providing the scholarship. Scholarship Update Attention all students interested in obtaining scholarships for college: Your College Room is a valuable source of information on scholarships that we hope you will utilize. Beginning in September, seniors and parents of seniors will receive a weekly Skyward blast of the Scholarship Updates. This update will include information about scholarships with approaching deadlines as an encouragement to seniors to apply. Although most scholarships target seniors, many are available to underclassmen as well. Everyone is encouraged to go to the OHS website> Guidance>Scholarship Info to access this important information. We will also place a copy of the announcement in

2 an orange binder in the college room and ask senior English teachers to post it on their bulletin boards. Applications for the scholarships will be on file in the College Room, and adult dividends are available on some days to assist you in your search. Please take advantage of this service that will be offered throughout the year, and see your counselor if you have questions regarding scholarships. Seniors interested in pursuing a career in the culinary arts are invited to apply for scholarships through the James Beard Foundation. Information about applying for these scholarships, which vary in amount based upon the school you attend, is available in the college room. Deadline to apply is May 15 th. Attention seniors: The Seminole County branch of the NAACP is offering a scholarship to students having at least a 2.5 GPA. Find out how to apply for this scholarship in the college room. Application deadline is May 18 th. Seniors, if you are the son or daughter of an enlisted member of the Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard, you are eligible to compete for the Navy Wives Clubs of America Scholarship. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is May 30 th. Seniors interested in pursuing a career in animation are invited to apply for the Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded, and more information is available in the college room. Deadline to apply is June 1 st. Attention Seniors: The Aspiring Business Professional scholarship worth $1,000 will be awarded to students interested in pursuing a business degree. Deadline for applications is June 1 st, and more information is available in the college room. Seniors interested in pursuing a career in fashion are invited to apply for the Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship Program. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded, and more information is available in the college room. Deadline to apply is June 1 st. The Beta Theta Pi fraternity at Florida State University will award a $500 Men of Principle scholarship to an incoming non-greek affiliated male student who best demonstrates the values of Beta Theta Pi, makes a positive impact on his community, and excels academically. Directions about applying for this scholarship are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is June 1 st.

3 Seniors, if you were a high school athlete, you are eligible to apply for the Athnet Sports Recruiting Scholarship of $1,000. To enter you will be required to submit a word essay describing how playing sports positively impacted you. You do not need to be an athlete at the college level. For information about the scholarship and essay visit the college room, and the application deadline is June 1. If you are a senior with hemophilia, von Willebrands or other related hereditary bleeding disorders, you are eligible to apply for a scholarship through the Hemophilia Foundation of Greater Florida. Awards will be based upon merit, need, community service and aspirations reflected in an essay. Information about applying for the scholarship is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is April 30 th. Seniors, the Defensive Driving Scholarship valued at $1,000 will be awarded to the winner chosen on the submission of a video and the completion of a survey. More information is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is April 30 th. Seniors, the Brooks Law Group is offering a scholarship based upon an essay contest. The first place winner will receive a $1000 scholarship, and the second place winner a $250 scholarship. Visit the college room to find out the essay topic and get your application. The deadline for submission is May 1 st. Attention seniors, the Florida State Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will award more than 25 scholarships to students for their outstanding academic achievements. Applications for the scholarships are in the college room, and the deadline to apply is May 10 th. All students are invited to apply for scholarships provided by the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Over $150,000 through more than 25 scholarship to students for their outstanding academic achievements. Scholarships are available in a wide area of study through state and national scholarships. The various DAR scholarships each have different requirements, and information about applying is available in the college room. Seniors, you are invited to enter an essay contest sponsored by the Holliday & Karatinos law firm with combined prizes worth $4,500. You can get more information about the contest in the college room, and entries are due by May 15 th. Attention seniors: The Seminole County Council of PTAs/PTSAs

4 will award scholarships on the basis of financial need and academic performance. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 19 th. Seniors, the Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to honor her legacy as an advocate for youth and supporter of community service. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA, demonstrate leadership in community service or other extracurricular activities, and have a combined family income of less than $100,000. Applications for the scholarship are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 31 st. Seniors, the Florida Council of the Blind is offering the Timothy Turpin Scholarship of $1,000 to a senior legally blind that has exhibited leadership skills and academic proficiency. Information about the scholarship is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 31 st. Attention African American male high school seniors: The Winter Park Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity will award up to $10,000 in scholarship funds in the form of $2,000 awards to individual students. Information about applying is available in the college room, and the deadline is April 9 th. Seniors interested in running are invited to apply for the Charles M. Rowson, Jr. Memorial Scholarship sponsored by the Orlando Runners Club. The club will award $1,500 scholarships to a total of four students. The application for the scholarship is in the college room and must be submitted by the April 10 th deadline. Seniors, the Kiwanis Club of Sanford is sponsoring an essay contest with an award of $1,000 to the writer of the winning essay. The essay is on the topic of volunteer services and the local community and must be received by the Kiwanis Club by the April 13 th deadline. Attention all seniors, the Fleet Reserve Association offers several scholarships to children and grandchildren of members of the United States Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard. Applications are available in the college room and must be submitted by the April 15 th deadline. Attention seniors of the Jewish faith: The Kobrin Family Scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $2,500 per year for a maximum of four years to a student who will attend UCF. Financial need, GPA, and test scores are considered, and

5 preference is given to students who are of the Jewish faith. Applications are available in the college room and must be submitted by April 30 th. Attention seniors, the College Assistance Migrant Program at the University of South Florida provides financial assistance, support services, and cultural enrichment opportunities to students from migrant and seasonal farm-worker backgrounds during their first year at the University. Information about the program, which includes a $3000 scholarship, is available in the college room. The deadline to apply is March 15 th. Seniors, the Phil Cloninger Memorial Scholarship was established by the Oviedo/Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce to be awarded to a deserving local high school senior. The application for the $2,000 scholarship is in the college room and must be submitted by March 30 th. The Matthew Caselli Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the 2013 graduate of Oviedo High School. Matthew s surviving brother and sister triplets, Mario and Meaghan, along with their parents, have funded a scholarship valued at $500 to honor Matthew s legacy. To qualify, you must be an OHS senior, have a 3.0 GPA, demonstrate leadership in community service or other extracurricular activities, and plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice or ROTC. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is April 5 th. Seniors, the Johnson Scholarship Foundation will award scholarships to deserving children of UPS employees. You can obtain more information about these scholarships in the college room. Deadline to apply is April 1 st. The Herbert Lehman Education Scholarship will be awarded to an African American senior with outstanding potential as evidenced by their academic records, test scores, and personal essays. Candidates must have a record of community service and school involvement. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is April 1 st. Attention all seniors, the Fleet Reserve Association offers several scholarships to children and grandchildren of members of the United States Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard. Applications for the scholarships are available in the college room and must be submitted by the April 1 st deadline.

6 Attention seniors interested in majoring in education: The Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) Educational Foundation awards scholarships to prospective educators. Applications must be submitted by the April 2 nd deadline, so come by the college room and pick up your application today. Seniors the Fairwinds Credit Union is sponsoring an essay contest and will award two $2,500 scholarships. To enter, you must be a member of Fairwinds Credit Union. Applications and information about the essay topic are available in the college room. Deadline to apply is April 6 th. Attention seniors: The Historical Society of Central Florida is pleased to announce the annual essay competition for the Scott Harris Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is for $2,500 and will be awarded on the basis of an essay about how community history shapes people s lives. Applications are available in the college room and the deadline to apply is April 13 th. Attention seniors: The Pearlie s Lift Up Scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student who has struggled personally or academically in school, given back through service to his or her community, and wants a second chance in furthering his or her education. Applications are in the college room, and the deadline to apply is April 15 th. Attention senior girls: The Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority is offering a $1000 scholarship to a senior girl planning to enter the field of education. Applications are available in the college room. Deadline to apply for the scholarship is March 30 th. Seniors, the Chi Phi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority is offering two $500 scholarships based upon financial need and academic performance. Applications for the scholarship are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 23 rd. Seniors, the Hispanic Heritage Scholarship Fund of Metro Orlando is offering scholarships to students of Hispanic heritage who plan to enroll full time in a accredited college or university in Orange, Seminole, Osceola or Lake county. To qualify, you must be of Hispanic heritage and have an unweighted 3.0 GPA. Information about the scholarship is in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 30 th.

7 Attention all senior girls: The Suburban Republican Women s Club will award scholarships of at least $1000 to females who have shown leadership in school or community activities. Applications for the scholarship are in the college room and must be mailed by the April 1 st deadline. Attentin all students: the Oviedo-Winter Springs Optimist Club s Most Improved Student award of $500 will be given to one Oviedo High School student based upon their academic improvement this school year. The candidate must be someone who has shown a spirit of making a difference through volunteering or helping others, have no referrals. The student may be a current A/B honor roll student but should not have a history of attaining this. If you feel you qualify, pick up the information in the guidance office and see your counselor or a teacher for a nomination. Attention Seniors: If you are a dependent of a Walmart Employee, you are eligible to apply for scholarships sponsored by the Walmart Foundation and the Walton Family Foundation. To find out more about these scholarships, please visit the college room. Deadline to apply is April 2 nd. Attention college-bound seniors: The Masonic Fraternity of Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties is sponsoring the Henry T. Weatherall Memorial Scholarship Program. Application packets are available in the college room for the $1000 scholarship and must be submitted by the April 2 nd deadline. Seniors, the Omega Psi Phi fraternity Friendship Foundation will award scholarships of $500 to seniors in Orange and Seminole counties based upon GPA, community service and leadership. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 31 st. Attention seniors: The Central Florida Chapter Women In Defense is offering a $1000 award to seniors interested in a career in national security, defense, or a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) related field. Applications for the award are in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 31 st. Seniors, the Florida Association of Federal Education Program Administrators will award the Vivian Scott Scholarship to students based upon financial need, academic achievement, and activities. Applications are available in the college room, and completed applications must be turned in to Ms. Lightsey in the guidance office by February 26 th.

8 Attention all future Gators! The Central Florida Gator Club, an affiliate of the University of Florida Alumni Association, is pleased to announce six new scholarships. To apply, you must be a senior who has been accepted into the University of Florida. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 31 st. The American Legion Auxiliary will award several scholarships to students who qualify in a variety of categories including children of veterans who served in the Armed Forces or members of the American Legion or Auxiliary. Get more information in the college room to find out how to apply for these scholarships. Deadline to apply is March 1 st. Seniors, the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation will award scholarships to children of Marines who plan to attend a non-degree certificate program or vocational training that is 12 months or less at a community college or private career school listed on College Navigator. Get more information about the scholarship in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 1 st. Attention African-American seniors: the Sanford Alumnae Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is offering scholarships to deserving students committed to pursuing a higher education. Factors considered in evaluating applications include leadership, community involvement, academic achievement, and financial need. Visit the college room to obtain your application. Deadline to apply is March 7 th. Attention seniors, the CFE Federal Credit Union will be awarding a total of six scholarships in the amount of $10,000 each to selected eligible members or dependents of members of the credit union. Winners will be selected by lottery. The deadline for the application is May 31 st, and applications are available in the college room. Seniors, the Kiwanis Club of Oviedo/Winter Springs will award a scholarship to a local high school student who has at least a 3.0 grade point average. Applications for the Kiwanis scholarship are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 31 st. All students grades 9-12 are invited to compete for a $2,500 scholarship in the Optimist International Oratorical Contest. Students are required to prepare an original speech of about four minutes based on an assigned topic. You can get more information about the March 27 th contest in the college room.

9 Attention seniors interested in a career in cosmetology: Orlando Great Clips salon owners are pleased to offer four $500 scholarships to be used toward tuition at any cosmetology or barbering school in Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, or Volusia county. Applications for the Great Clips scholarship are in the college room. Deadline to apply is March 31 st. Attention senior African-American female students: The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority will award a $1000 scholarship to one senior in good academic and social standing. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 30 th. Attention seniors, the Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools will award several scholarships to graduating seniors of Seminole County high schools. Among the scholarships that will be awarded to Oviedo High School students are the Colonel Joseph F. Nardo Scholarship and the Catherine Toots Nardo Scholarship. There is only one application you must complete to apply for these awards, and that application is available in the college room. The deadline to apply is March 30 th. Scholarships will be awarded at Senior Awards Night, so come to the college room for information on applying for these Foundation scholarships. The American Legion Auxiliary will award several scholarships to students who qualify in a variety of categories including children of veterans who served in the Armed Forces or members of the American Legion or Auxiliary. Get more information in the college room to find out how to apply for these scholarships. Deadline to apply is March 1 st. Attention seniors: The Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association is offering a full-ride scholarship to a student planning to pursue a degree at the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality. Applications for the scholarship are in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 9 th. Attention students interested in pursuing a degree in hospitality. The Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association will award a scholarship of $1,000 per year for four years to a student with a 3.0 GPA and a financial need. Two additional scholarship opportunities are also available. You can obtain your application in the college room. Deadline to apply is March 23 rd.

10 Seniors, the Fisher House Heroes Legacy Scholarship will be awarded to children of active duty personnel, Reserve/Guard, and retired military members or survivors of service members who died or were disabled while on active duty. The deadline to apply is March 16 th, and applications are available in the college room. Attention seniors: Collins Dental is offering a $500 scholarship to an Oviedo High School senior who is interested in pursuing a career in the dental or medical field. Applicants must have at least a 3.5 average and must complete an application and essay. Information is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 20 th. Are you a high school senior who loves Oviedo? If so, you could be this year s recipient of the Oviedo Preservation Project Scholarship. You can find out more information about the scholarship and how to apply in the college room. Deadline is March 26 th. Attention seniors: the Oviedo Historical Society will again award a $500 scholarship to an Oviedo High School student with a special interest in history. Interested students should complete the application which is available in the college room. Deadline to apply is March 31 st. Seniors, the Robert Locke Scholarship was established in memory of the 2006 Oviedo High graduate to recognize and assist an OHS senior planning to major in theatre at the college level. Applications for the scholarship are in the college room and should be submitted to Mrs. Lightsey in Guidance by the March 31 st deadline. Attention senior girls: the Woman s Club of Sanford will award scholarships based upon GPA, community service, values, career goals, and financial need. Applications for the scholarship is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 30 th. Seniors, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund awards scholarships to students of Hispanic heritage based upon academic achievement and financial need. Application deadline is March 30 th, and you can get more information about applying in the college room. Attention all students grades 9-12: You are invited to participate in an art contest in which your artwork expresses patriotism. The contest is sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary, and awards ranges from $500 to

11 $10,000. Find out more about the contest in the college room. Deadline to submit your artwork is March 31 st. The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War awards two $2,500 scholarships annually to deserving seniors. To apply, male students must be a current member of the organization and female applicants must be the daughter or granddaughter of a current member and a member of an affiliated organization. If you qualify for this scholarship, you can pick up an application in the college room. The deadline to apply is March 31 st. Seniors, the Florida Association of Federal Education Program Administrators will award the Vivian Scott Scholarship to students based upon financial need, academic achievement, and activities. Applications are available in the college room, and must be turned in to Ms. Lightsey in the guidance office by February 22. The American Legion Auxiliary Children of Warriors National President s Scholarship valued at $5000 will be awarded to fifteen seniors who are children and grandchildren of veterans who served in the Armed Forces while our nation was at war. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 1 st. Attention all students: the Veterans of Foreign Wars will award a $5,000 scholarship to an outstanding scout who is the recipient of a Boy Scout Eagle Award, a Girl Scout Gold Award, A Venture Scout Silver Award, or a Sea Scout Quartermaster Award. Visit the college room to obtain more details about applying for the scholarship. Applications must be submitted to a local VFW post by the March 1 st deadline. Attention Eagle Scouts: The American Legion is once again sponsoring the Eagle Scout of the Year Scholarship. Winners will receive a $10,000 scholarship, and runner-up will be granted $2,500. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 1 st. Seniors, the Seminole County Historical Society will award the Carolyn Bistline History Scholarship to a Seminole County senior planning to pursue an undergraduate degree with a concentration in history. The scholarship is valued at $500, and the application is available in the college room. Deadline to apply is March 12 th.

12 Seniors, the Chums Founders National Scholarship is awarded to benefit students who have a financial need. In addition to having a documented financial need, candidates will be selected on the basis of academic success, ACT/SAT score, activities, and a personal essay. Applications for the Chums Scholarship are available in the college room and must be submitted by March 17 th. Attention seniors, the American Association of Blacks in Energy will award scholarships to increase the number of African American, Hispanic, and Native American (underrepresented minorities) in energy related fields. Scholarship awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 and are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and financial need. Scholarship applications are in the college room, and the deadline is March 15 th. Attention seniors interested in earning a degree in engineering or a related science: Many engineering colleges and universities offer scholarships ranging from $400 to full tuition through SAE International. Visit the college room for a list of the colleges and universities awarding the scholarships and information about applying. Application deadline is March 15 th. Seniors, the Lake Mary Heathrow Festival of the Arts Scholarship awards $1,000 to artistically talented Seminole County seniors. Applications are available in the college room and must be submitted by March 8 th. Attention all students, you are invited to enter an essay contest sponsored by the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA). Awards include a $2,500 scholarship, an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C., and an all-expense paid educational voyage courtesy of Semester at Sea. Information about the essay contest is available in the college room, and the deadline for submission is March 15 th. Seniors, the Scholarship for Military Children was created to recognize military families contributions to the readiness of U.S. armed forces and the commissary s role in the military community. At least one $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student at each commissary. Information about applying for the scholarship is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 17 th. Seniors, the Sanford Seminole Art Association (SSAA) will award three $500 scholarships to seniors from Seminole County Public Schools. Applicants must have taken visual arts classes in high school and plan to study visual arts in

13 college. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 29 th. Attention seniors whose parent is a member of the Non-Commissioned Officers Association. You are invited to apply for a $900 per year scholarship to be awarded by the NCOA. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline is March 31 st. Seniors who have been identified as being legally blind are eligible for scholarships awarded by the Visual Aid Volunteers of Florida, Inc. Applications for the scholarship are available in the college room, and the deadline is March 30 th. Attention students under the age of 18 as of October 1, 2017: You are invited to compete in an essay contest for a $2,500 scholarship to be awarded by The Optimist International Club. The essay is to be between words on an assigned topic, and the deadline for submission is February 9 th. Visit the college room to learn more about the essay contest. Seniors, the Woman s Club of Winter Park will award scholarships to students based upon their academic record and financial need. Information about applying for the scholarships is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 1 st. Attention seniors who are children of former, currently serving, or retired commissioned or enlisted military personnel. The Military Officers Association of America Scholarship will provide grants and interest-free loans to qualified students having a 3.0 GPA, extracurricular activities, community service, and a financial need. Visit the college room for information about applying for the scholarship, and the deadline is March 1 st. Senior girls interested in majoring in a science field in college are invited to apply for the Women in Science Scholarship. This $1000 scholarship is awarded to an Oviedo High School senior girl by two local dentists. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 6 th. Seniors, the Scholarships for DREAMers will be awarded on the basis of minimum GPA of 2.5, test scores, community service, recommendations, and financial need. Information about the DREAMers Scholarships is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 1 st.

14 Seniors, the Walmart Associate Scholarship will be awarded to a student who is employed at Walmart and has a financial need. You can learn more about the scholarship by visiting the college room. Deadline to apply is March 1 st. The Maureen L. and Howard N. Blitman Scholarship to Promote Diversity in Engineering is awarded annually to a high school senior from an ethnic minority who has been accepted into an accredited engineering program at a four year university. Applications are available in the college room. Deadline to apply is March 1 st. Attention seniors: If you are a dependent or direct descendant of an active, reserve, retired, or honorably discharged member of the US Navy, Coast Guard, Marines, Merchant Marine, or Sea Cadet Corps, you could be eligible for a scholarship through the Navy League Foundation. Visit the college room for details on how to apply. Deadline is March 1 st. Attention seniors interested in a career in real estate: The Florida Realtors Education Foundation is offering a scholarship to the college of your choice. Applicants will be evaluated on their academic achievement, financial need, sincerity of interest in the real estate field, and contributions to family, school, and community. More information is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is March 5 th. Attention seniors interested in attending an Art Institute School next year: The National Art Honor Society Scholarship will be awarded to students based upon submission of six slides of your original artwork and a written statement describing your career goals. You can obtain more information in the college room, and the deadline for applications is March 7 th. Attention juniors and seniors: Project Yellow Light is a scholarship competition that will awarded scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 based upon personal expression through billboard design, video, or radio to promote safe driving. Encourage your friends to avoid distracted driving, specifically texting while driving, in a creative way. Information about this scholarship contest is available in the college room, and the first deadline is March 1 st. Attention all students interested in receiving scholarships for college: The months of February and March are important times for applying for scholarships. Many of the scholarships awarded by local clubs and organizations are offered during this

15 time, and several are offered specifically to Oviedo High School students. Make time to visit the college room to take advantage of these scholarship opportunities! Attention seniors planning to attend Seminole State College: If you have at least a 3.0 GPA, you may be eligible for an Academic or Bright Futures Companion Scholarship to SSC. Visit the college room to pick up your application which must be submitted by the March 1 st deadline. Attention seniors: the Vegetarian Resource Group will award scholarships to students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is February 20 th. Seniors, the Friends of 440 Scholarship Fund awards scholarships to deserving students who lack the economic ability to continue their education beyond high school. Details about how to apply are available in the college room. Deadline to apply is February 28 th. Attention juniors and seniors: The P.L.A.Y. Scholars Helping Collars Scholarship of $1000 will be awarded to the winner of an essay contest concerning their efforts to help animals in need. More information about the essay contest is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is February 28 th. Seniors, the Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Essay Contest will award $5,000 scholarships to 15 high school seniors across the US based upon an essay about an African-American who has inspired and motivated you. Information about the contest is available in the college room, and the deadline to submit your essay is February 28 th. Attention all seniors: The Oviedo Woman s Club Scholarship will be awarded to one or more Oviedo High School students. You must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative, weighted GPA, and please note that male students are also encouraged to apply for the scholarship. Stop by the college room to pick up your application. Deadline is March 1 st. Attention senior girls: The Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority is offering a $500 scholarship to a senior girl planning to enter the field of education. Applications are available in the college room. Deadline to apply for the scholarship is March 1 st. Sorry for the short notice, but we just received the application.

16 Attention seniors planning to attend Seminole State College: The Wayne M. Densch Scholarship of $1000 per semester for two years will be awarded to qualified first generation, first time in college students who a demonstrate financial need. The priority deadline for applying for this scholarship is March 1 st, and you can pick up your application in the college room. Attention seniors planning to attend FSU, UF, FAMU, FGCU, TCC, or SFCC: The Southern Scholarship Foundation offers scholarships to students with a financial need who are accepted into these universities and community colleges. The priority deadline is March 1 st, but applications are accepted year-round. Information on applying is available in the college room. Seniors, the Tall Clubs International Foundation will award scholarships of up to $1000 each for students who qualify under the height requirement of 5 10 for women and 6 2 for men. Deadline for applications for the scholarship is March 1 st, and you can obtain information about applying in the college room. The American Legion is sponsoring an Oratorical Contest open to all students in grades Cash prizes of up to $18,000 will be awarded to students based upon a speech on the Constitution. Deadline to enter is January 6, and you can receive more information in the college room. Seniors, the Florida PTA will award a $2000 scholarship to students based upon scholastic achievement and extracurricular activities. Applications are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is February 1 st. Attention seniors planning to pursue a career in engineering. The Northrop Gruman Scholarship worth $10,000 over four years will be awarded to two seniors in Seminole and Orange counties. Visit the college room to obtain the website for the application which must be submitted by February 5 th. Seniors, the Florida Engineering Society will grant six $2,500 scholarships to seniors who have an interest in pursuing careers in engineering. Information about these scholarships is available in the college room. Deadline to apply is February 9 th. Senior minority high school students are invited to apply for the Arthur Pappy Kennedy Scholarship which is sponsored by the YMCA and the Southwest Orlando Jaycees. The $1500 scholarship will be awarded on the basis of GPA,

17 community service, leadership, and an essay. More information is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is November 17 th. Attention seniors: the Burger King Foundation sponsors the Burger King Scholars Program which awards scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $50,000. Applications must be submitted by the December 15 th deadline, and you can get additional information about these scholarships in the college room. Attention juniors and seniors, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratorical Scholarship Contest is designed to honor Dr. King s accomplishments and to encourage students to strive to become productive citizens and give back to their communities through seeking higher education. Candidates must currently have a 2.5 GPA. Copies of your speech along with an application must be submitted by December 15 th, and applications and guidelines for the speech are available in the college room. Attention seniors, the GE-Ronald Reagan Scholarship Foundation will award numerous $10,000 scholarships that are renewable for up to an additional three years. The Reagan Foundation was established to honor the legacy and character of our nation s 40 th President, and you can obtain more information about the scholarship in the college room. Deadline to apply is January 4 th. Attention seniors interested in becoming an officer in the US Army. The Army ROTC Scholarship is a four year scholarship that will prepare you for a career in the military as an officer. Visit the college room to learn more about the scholarship. Deadline to apply is January 10 th. Students in all grade levels are invited to apply for scholarships on the StudentScholarships.org website. You can obtain information on some of the scholarships offered and their deadlines by visiting the college room. All high school students are invited to enter the National WW II Museum s essay contest to win cash prizes ranging from $500 to $1000. Your essay topic will be on the topic of how you define a hero, and only the first 500 entries will be judged. Information about entering the contest is available in the college room, and the deadline for submission of the essay is December 29 th. Seniors, the U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation grants two $1,000 scholarships to outstanding seniors from each state. Applications for the

18 scholarships are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is January 5 th. All students in grades 9-12 are eligible to compete in the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest. Contest winners will be awarded scholarships, so visit the college room for guidelines for the essay and information about how to apply. Deadline for the essay to be postmarked is January 4 th. All students are invited to compete in an essay contest sponsored by the Sons of the American Revolution. To enter the George S. and Stella M. Knight essay contest, you will write about an event, person, philosophy, or ideal associated with the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the US Constitution. Winners will receive $250-$750. Visit the college room for details, and the deadline for entry is October 31 st. All students are invited to apply for scholarships provided by the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Over $150,000 through more than 25 scholarship to students for their outstanding academic achievements. Scholarships are available in a wide area of study through state and national scholarships. The various DAR scholarships each have different requirements, and information about applying is available in the college room. The Ron Brown Scholarship is awarded to African-American seniors who have made significant contributions to their community and is for the amount of $10,000 renewable annually for four years. Students must excel academically, exhibit leadership potential, participate in community service, and demonstrate financial need. Deadline to apply is November 1 st, and more information is available in the college room. If you are a senior with an identified learning disability who will be pursuing a four-year undergraduate degree, you are eligible to apply for the Anne Ford Scholarship, which is worth $10,000. Applicants must have a 3.0 overall GPA and demonstrate a financial need. Information about the Anne Ford Scholarship is available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is November 6 th. Attention seniors with a documented learning disability: The National Center for Learning Disabilities will award the Allegra Ford Thomas Scholarship to a high school senior with a learning disability who will be enrolled at a two-year community college, vocational or technical school, or specialized program for

19 students with LD. Visit the college room for more information about the scholarship. Deadline to apply is November 6 th. Attention Juniors and Seniors: The United States Senate Youth Program is a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. Two student leaders from each state will be selected to spend a week in Washington experiencing their national government in action. In addition, each delegate will also be awarded a $10,000 College Scholarship. Applications for the program are available in the college room, and the deadline to apply is October 17 th. Seniors, the Horatio Alger Scholarship Program will award scholarships to deserving students with a financial need. Visit the college room for details on how to apply. Deadline is October 25 th. Current high school seniors are invited to apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program which will award 250 four-year, achievement based scholarships valued at $20,000 and $10,000. Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA to apply. More information is available in the college room, and the application deadline is October 31 st. Attention juniors and seniors: The Central Florida Chapter of the National Institute of Government Procurement will award two Nancy Woodger Young Professional Scholarships worth $1,000 each to be applied toward a degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field. The scholarship will be based upon GPA, an essay, and a letter of recommendation. The deadline to apply for the scholarship is October 31, and the applications are available in the college room. Attention senior Eagle Scouts: The National Eagle Scout Association will award both academic and merit scholarships to Eagle Scouts through various scholarship funds. The scholarships vary in amount from $1000 to $50,000. Recipients of academic scholarships are chosen based on Scouting participation, academic performance, and financial need. Merit scholarships are based upon school and scouting participation, character, and community service. Deadline to apply is October 31 st, and you can stop by the college room for more details. Visit the college room weekly for new scholarship opportunities!