Scholarship Newsletter (April-June) 2018

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1 Scholarship Newsletter (April-June) 2018 Seniors Edmodo Scholarships Class2018 group code isj6k8 RAISE.ME MICRO- SCHOLARSHIPS Students earn monies for their achievements in class, attendance, leadership roles in sports & clubs, community service, test scores and more! For every student grades 9 th -12 th. For more information and to establish an account visit DEADLINE: ONGOING Volusia Association of School Administrators Scholarship: $500 Criteria: Senior on track towards graduation and plans on post-secondary education. Applicant must complete application, essay, and two letters of reference Deadline: April 6 th, 2018 Volusia School Counselor Association Scholarship: $200 Criteria: Senior student who is planning on pursuing post-secondary education. Student must complete application and provide an essay describing the positive impact any school counselor has had on your life. *See Mrs. Nazario-Lamplugh in the school counseling office for an application Deadline: April 13 th 2018

2 West Volusia Retired Educators Scholarship: $1000 Criteria: Applicant must be a 12 th grade student who is a resident of WEST VOLUSIA County. Application also includes a 300 word essay describing yourself, future career goals and what receiving this scholarship would mean to you. DEADLINE: APRIL 15 TH, 2018 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Black & White Ball Scholarship: TBD Criteria: Applicant must be a senior MALE student with a cumulative GPA of a 2.8 or higher. Areas of the Application that are to be judged include career preparedness, social awareness, financial need and school/community activities. DEADLINE: April 13 th, 2018 National Association of School Safety and Law Enforcement Officials: $2000 Criteria: Character, service and leadership are the primary selection criteria for the NASSLEO Scholarship program. Scholarship candidates are recognized as: Potential leaders Of strong moral character Have demonstrated commitment to voluntary service Have been recognized for contributing to school safety and security at their school and/or community Have worked with the local law enforcement agency in their area Candidates are curious by nature, interested in a wide range of subjects and willing to take meaningful risks. They prioritize results over appearances and value integrity and honesty. Though the candidates may study diverse subjects, and go on to work in a variety of fields, they share a common commitment to the larger communities. Candidates for this award must be:

3 Currently enrolled in their graduating year of a High School and will be enrolled full-time in a degree or diploma program at a University or College that is accredited by the appropriate accrediting agency for the fall academic term. Present a minimum cumulative average of 85% (Must submit a Cumulative Record File or an Official Student Transcript Has not received a full scholarship Nominated in writing (submitted with the application) by a current NASSLEO member, and supported by a faculty member of the school that he/she attends. Outstanding in the area of citizenship and community service *See Mrs. Nazario-Lamplugh for Application Deadline: April 15 th, 2018 Pi Delta Kappa (PDK) Scholarship: $300 Criteria: Senior student who is on track to graduate with a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Selected student must also be intent on pursuing a degree in education All interested students must inform Mrs. Nazario-Lamplugh via at lnazari1@volusia.k12.fl.us Deadline: April 20 th 2018 Memorial Day Youth Essay Contest: $500 Criteria: Student must be a high school or middle school student in Volusia County. Student must also write a word essay on the topic The true meaning of Memorial Day *See Mrs. Nazario-Lamplugh for contest details and application Deadline: April 30 th 2018 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.(Gamma Lambda Zeta Chapter) Scholarship:$1000 CRITERIA At the time of making application, the applicant must be: 1. A senior in high school 2. Cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or higher 3. Applicant must submit two letters of recommendation 4. Applicant must also write a word autobiography which includes your academic and career goals *See Mrs. Nazario-Lamplugh in the counseling office for an application ENTRY DEADLINE: MAY 4 TH, 2018

4 Bestmattressreviews.com Scholarship: $1,000 Criteria: Applicants must be current high school seniors attending school in the United States OR current college students already studying at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution Applicants must be U.S. citizens Applicants must be anticipating completion of high school diploma at time of application or already in possession of high school diploma / GED Applicants must be planning to or already currently pursuing a degree at an accredited U.S. postsecondary institution Applicants must be carrying a minimum 3.0 GPA currently or at the end of their senior year BestMattressReviews.com is looking for creative video applications that answer the following two questions: 1. How important is sleep as a public health issue? Sleep has gotten a lot of coverage in the last few years and we d like to know how you think it stacks up and why you feel that way. Please use research and statistics to back up your opinions. 2. Describe your current relationship with sleep and assess the quality of that relationship. Research and cover at least two to three ways you think you should change your lifestyle/sleep hygiene habits to improve your sleep health and how you plan to implement them over the next year of your life *Further application details go to DEADLINE: May 19, 2018 Athnet Sports Recruiting Scholarship: $1000 Who is eligible: High school senior athlete or former athlete Criteria: Write a word essay describing how the lessons you have learned through playing sports have positively impacted you as you pursue your college education. Applicants must also include full name, address, college graduation year, postal address, phone number, brief personal biography, college/university and intended major, and essay your essay and other required information to scholarships@athleticscholarships.net. DEADLINE: June 1 st, 2018

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