March 2016 Scholarship ongoing: Varsity Tutors Scholarships (Monthly) Varsity Tutors runs a monthly $1,000 scholarship contest where students must write an essay in response to a monthly prompt. Visitors to the Varsity Tutors scholarship webpage are able to vote via social media for submitted entries. The top five entries with the most votes are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of the month and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship. Interested students can enter the contest here: http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship Students must be 16 years of age. Deadline: Check out website Summer Volunteer Program: Athens Regional Teen Volunteer Athens Regional Medical Center's Volunteer Services Department is now accepting inquiries regarding their Teen Volunteer Program for the summer of 2016. Teens who are ages 15-17 by June 1, hold a GPA of a B or higher, maintain high standards of behavior and are sincerely interested in helping others will be considered. Interested students may call Lynda Jones, Volunteer Services Manager, at (706) 475-3405 to request an application packet. The application deadline is 5:00 PM on March 3, 2016 Deadline: March 3, 2016 by 5 PM Scholarship Name: SCAD Distinguished Scholars Award Outstanding students who are interested in attending the Savannah College of Art and Design may be eligible for the SCAD Distinguished Scholars Award. This award is $20,000 per year. A nominated student must have the following: - Minimum 1350 SAT combined Math and CR score or ACT composite score of 30 -GPA of 3.75 -Outstanding visual arts, performing arts, writing or riding capabilities -Honors and awards from competitions -Leadership demonstrated through co-curricular or extracurricular involvement To be considered, a senior must complete all SCAD admission requirements prior to March 1. The student must be nominated by a teacher or school counselor. Please see Mr. Guthas in the Counseling Office for a nomination form if you meet the criteria. Deadline: March 1, 2016 -To be considered you must meet SCAD Admission Requirement Scholarship Name: Cavalier's Club of Athens Scholarships Three, $500.00 scholarships will be awarded to Seniors in Clarke and Oconee counties. The scholarships are sponsored by the Cavalier's Club of Athens. Applications may be picked up in the Counseling Office. Scholarship criteria: 1. 3.0 GPA 2. Letter of acceptance in post-secondary school. 3. Three letters of recommendation (one from a teacher). 4. Completed application by due date of March 1, 2016. 5. Official transcript must be sent along with the application Deadline: March 1, 2016 Scholarship Name: Classic Center Cultural Foundation Scholarships One of the goals of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is to support the youth in our community who desire to continue their studies in the arts. The Classic Center Cultural Foundation will be offering three separate $2,000 scholarships. There will be one awarded for vocal performance, one for musical instrument and one for performance art: drama/dance. Any
high school Junior or Senior from Clarke County or surrounding counties is eligible (Barrow, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and Oglethorpe). A panel of local judges will be been chosen to make the final decision for the scholarship award. To apply, the applicant should fill out an application form and submit it to The Classic Center Cultural Foundation by March 4, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. This is a firm deadline and applications will not be accepted after that point. An audition will be required; it will be held on April 13, 2016, beginning at 5:00 p.m. on The Classic Center Theatre stage. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office. Deadline: March 4, 2016 by 5 PM Scholarship Name: Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association essay contest For twenty eight years, the Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association essay contest has exposed thousands of high school seniors and their families to the life safety and property protection attributes of fire sprinklers. The Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association awards scholarships annually in the amount of $1500, $1000, and $750 to high school seniors through an essay writing contest. The link for complete information and details is: http://www.georgiafiresprinkler.org/events/essay-contest/ Deadline for entries is March 11, 2016 Scholarship Name: Champion Law Firm Scholarship The Champion Law Firm is offering a $2,500 scholarship for a senior student. Students will be asked to create a short (30-120 second) video telling them how they plan to be a champion in their future endeavors. Also, students will be asked to tell how this scholarship will help them reach their goals. Please visit http://thechampionfirm.com/scholarship/ for more details. Applications are due March 15, 2016. Deadline: March 15, 2016 Scholarship Name: Peach State Legacy Scholarship The Peach State Legacy Scholarship is to honor the legacy of past and present board members and employees who have served Peach State Credit Union for 20 years or more. It is awarded to a graduating senior who plans on pursuing a degree in Education. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be returned to Peach State Credit Union by March 18, 2016 Deadline: March 18, 2016 Scholarship Name: Presbyterian College Fellows Award The Presbyterian College Fellows Award recognizes high school juniors who have demonstrated superior academic achievement and potential for future success. The $2,000 scholarship awards $500 annually for four years of study at Presbyterian College. Juniors with demonstrated potential for success who meet two of the following criteria may be nominated: - Ranked in the top 10 percent of the current junior class. -A weighed GPA of 3.5 or higher. -One or more of the following test scores - PSAT of 110 or higher (critical reading and math only), SAT score of 1100 or higher (critical reading and math), or ACT Composite score of 24 or higher. If you meet the criteria and are interested in being nominated, please see Mr. Guthas in the Counseling Office by March 18. Deadline: March 18, 2016-See Mr. Guthas Scholarship Name: Dr. John Jackson Scholarship (Peach State Fed. Credit Union) Peach State Federal Credit Union is sponsoring a scholarship in honor of Dr. John Jackson, retired Superintendent of Oconee County Schools. It will be awarded to an Oconee County Public school senior who plans to pursue a degree in Education. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be returned to Peach State Credit Union by March 18, 2016. Deadline: March 18, 2016
Scholarship Name: 2016 Congressional Art Competition Students in grades 9-12 are invited to participate in the 2016 Congressional Art Competition. This event is a nation-wide annual art competition that allows high school students to showcase their ability. Winners artwork is displayed at the U.S. Capitol building for a year. To access a student release form and competition guidelines, please visit www.hice.house.gov/constituentservices/arts-competition.htm. Entries are due to one of the district offices by Thursday, March 24th. Deadline: Due to district offices March 24, 2016 Summer Program: American Legion Georgia Boys State Leadership Action Program Attention Rising Senior male students: Georgia Boys State is a comprehensive one week course in state and local government and is a program of the American Legion Department Of Georgia. This year's session will be held on June 12-18 at Riverside Military Academy. It is a "leadership action program" where qualified male high school rising seniors take part in a practical government course. It is designed to develop a working knowledge of the structure of government and to impress upon the citizen the fact that our government is just what we make it. Along the way delegates have the opportunity to learn the political process by organizing a mythical 51st state. Each level of government is run by those delegates who are elected to serve. Instruction is presented on the law and court system, parliamentary procedure and Georgia political history. More information can be found at www.dogboysstate.org. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office. The applications are due by March 30, 2016. There is no cost for the selected student to attend other than spending money. Deadline: March 30, 2016 Summer Program: American Legion Girls State Event Rising Senior Female students may be interested in attending the American Legion Girls State event this year. It will be held on June 12-June 17 at Georgia Southern University. You may visit www.georgiagirlsstate.org for complete details. Application can be picked up in the Counseling Office. The applications are due March 30. There is no cost to the student other than spending money. Girls State delegates are a diverse group of young women with a shared desire to learn and lead. About 16,000 women participate in this event each summer. Students will learn about government from the local level to the state level. Using nonpartisan curriculum, participants assume the roles of government leaders. This is a great program for young leaders who are interested in future government leadership! Deadline: March 30, 2016 Scholarship Name: Oconee County Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation (Repeated from 2/29) The Education Foundation of the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that $500 scholarships will be offered to one graduate from each of the five high schools in the county. Applications will be accepted between February 29 and April 1, and can be picked up in the Counseling Office. The student must be pursuing a post-secondary education. Deadline: Feb. 29 th April 1 st Applications Accepted Special Program: Camp MAGIK (Mainly About Grief in Kids) Attend OR Volunteer Camp MAGIK (Mainly About Grief in Kids) is a special camp for kids ages 7-17 who have lost a parent, sibling or other close loved one within the past three years. There are two spring sessions this year. Please visit www.campmagik.org for complete details and an application. The camps are free of charge and there is also a session for parents as well. Deadline: No date specified -See Application
Scholarship Name: "Liga De Campeones" scholarship The "Liga De Campeones" scholarship is designed to motivate Latino youth in the Atlanta area to pursue higher education. Students who are bilingual (Spanish and English), have a GPA of 3.2 or higher, are of Hispanic descent and live in the metro Atlanta that receive the Univision 34 signal are eligible to apply. Twelve, $1,300 scholarships will be awarded. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office and everything must be postmarked by March 31, 2016. Deadline: March 31, 2016 Special Opportunity working: Zaxby s Tuition Assistance Zaxby's is offering at $1,000 tuition assistance opportunity for college-bound students. This will be a reimbursement fund for tuition, fees or books each semester. The reimbursement requirements are: - Four months of continuous employment prior to the time of enrollment. -Average of 20 hours per week employment during the semester. - Assistance offered to Zaxby's employees at both the Watkinsville and Greensboro locations. For more information, contact Jeff Faulkner at jfaulkner1@zaxbysfm.com Contact: Jeff Faulkner at jfaulkner1@zaxbysfm.com Scholarships Names: American Legion 4 Scholarships The American Legion Post #20 is offering four scholarship programs this year. The four scholarship programs are: 1. The Samsung American Legion Scholarship available to delegates who attend Boys and Girls State. The applications must be submitted prior to attending Boys State and Girls State. 2. The American Legion Legacy Scholarship available to children of the United States military and National Guard, and reservists who were activated and died on active duty on or after September 11, 2001. 3. The High School Oratorical Scholarship Program (grades 9-12). 4. The American Legion $1,000 scholarship available to a child or grandchild of a parent who served in the military and is a member of The American Legion in the Department of Georgia. Please visit http://alp20athensga.wix.com/alp20#!scholarships/cfyo for complete details and to download the scholarship applications. DEADLINES: NEED TO CONTACT THEM, DATES VARY April 2016 Scholarship Name: Athens Area Retired Educators Scholarship A $500 scholarship will be awarded to one Oconee County public school senior from the Athens Area Retired Educators. The intent of the award is to assist the recipient in pursuit of his/her post-secondary educational goals. The nominated student must have the following: 1. Humanness (shows love and consideration for others). 2. Personal qualities (personality, perseverance, morals, ethics, dedication) 3. Breadth of activities in school. 4. Volunteer work/community service/work experience. If you meet the criteria and would like to be nominated, please see Mr. Guthas in the Counseling Office. The nomination deadline is April 1. Deadline: Nomination to Guthas by April 1,2016
Scholarship Name: EPOCHS Scholarship The PTO of Oconee County High School will award two, $500 EPOCHS scholarships to deserving senior students. The scholarships are given to recognize students who have made a difference in the lives of others, and their own, through involvement in school/community/work activities. Academic achievement, test scores, financial need and gender are not considered. Applications may be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be turned in to Mr. Guthas by Friday, April 1. Deadline: April 1, 2016 to Mr. Guthas Scholarship Name: Furman Scholars Program Students selected as Furman Scholars are eligible for at least $7,500 per year, $30,000 over four years, in scholarships upon acceptance to Furman. Furman scholar nominees must be current juniors who meet the following criteria: - A genuine interest in an education in the liberal arts and sciences - A high school weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher -Significant involvement in extracurricular activities and community service -Demonstrated leadership potential -At least a 1250 on the SAT, a 1280 on the PSAT, or a 28 on the ACT. If you meet the criteria and are interested in attending Furman, please see Mr. Guthas in the Counseling Office by April 1 to be nominated. Deadline: April 1, 2016 Notify Mr. Guthas to be nominated Summer Program: Clemson University Summer Scholars Program The Clemson University Summer Scholars Program is offering fun and educational programs this summer to students entering 7th - 12th grade in the Fall. Program offerings range from Engineering and Biology to Audio Engineering and Music Programming. Please visit www.clemson.edu/summer/summer-science/ for complete details and registration information. Deadline: Early Bird April 1, 2016. Scholarship Name: Wolford Scholars Program Wofford proudly announces the 68th annual Wofford Scholars Program. Qualified candidates are eligible to compete for scholarships ranging from $3,000 per year up to a full scholarship Wofford. Current juniors in the top 10% of the class can be nominated to be a Wofford Scholar. The student must also have a 1250 (critical reading and math combined) PSAT or SAT score, or 28 on the ACT. All students who are nominated for this program must apply Early Action or Early Decision. Please see your counselor by April 1 if interested in being nominated. Deadline for Nomination: See counselor by April 1, 2016 Scholarship ongoing: Varsity Tutors Scholarships (Monthly) Varsity Tutors runs a monthly $1,000 scholarship contest where students must write an essay in response to a monthly prompt. Visitors to the Varsity Tutors scholarship webpage are able to vote via social media for submitted entries. The top five entries with the most votes are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of the month and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship. Interested students can enter the contest here: http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship Students must be 16 years of age. Deadline: Check out website Scholarship Name: Furman Scholars Program The Furman Scholars Program seeks to recognize outstanding junior students who have a genuine interest in an education in the liberal arts and sciences. A student must have a weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher, at least a 1250 on the PSAT or SAT (CR and Math only), or a 28 on the ACT. Students must have significant involvement in extracurricular activities and community service as well. Students selected as Furman Scholars are eligible for at least $7,500 per year upon acceptance to Furman University. Please see Mr. Guthas in the Counseling Office if you meet the criteria and are interested in being nominated. Students must be nominated by April 1, 2016. Deadline for nomination: April 1, 2016
Special Summer Program: Clemson University Summer Scholars Program The Clemson University Summer Scholars Program offers exciting experiences for academically talented high school students. Scholars will join other academically minded learners for an intense, week long program in which they will do the following: - Participate in challenging academic courses on a specific topic or area of interest - Learn alongside University faculty and professional experts in laboratories - Receive a realistic preview of college life -Attend special workshops on topics such as the college admission process, career guidance and financial assistance. Please visit www.clemson.edu/summer/summer-science/ for complete details. Students who sign up before April 1 will receive a $100 discount. Deadline: April 1, 2016 Scholarship Name: Novelis STEM Scholarships In celebration of the talented senior female students in our area, four, $2,500 Novelis STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) scholarships will be awarded this May. High school senior females who are planning on pursuing STEM related undergraduate degrees should consider applying. The applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office. All applications are due by April 8, 2016. Deadline: April 8, 2016 Scholarship Name: Julian and Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship The goal of the Julian & Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship is to assist deserving high school seniors in their first year of college and to promote community banking. The scholarship is named after long-time CBA Chief Executive Officer, the late Julian Hester and his late daughter, Jan Hester. Jan was a senior at the University of Georgia when she died in an auto accident on April 15, 1990. In addition to supporting community banking, this scholarship is an opportunity to pass on the positive qualities both Julian and Jan Hester exemplified to further the development of tomorrow s generations. Please visit http://www.cbaofga.com/hester-scholarship1.html for more details and to download the application. Applications may also be picked up in the Counseling Office. The application must be turned in to a member bank by Friday, April 8, 2016. Deadline: to member bank by April 8, 2016 Scholarship Name: Marine Corps League of Athens The Marine Corps League of Athens, GA announces an available scholarship. The award, in the amount of $1,000, can be used to defray the costs of tuition and books at an accredited college. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be submitted with a postmark date of no later than April 15, 2016. Deadline: April 15, 2016 Scholarship Name: Oconee Lions Club Youth Citizenship Award The primary purpose of the Oconee Lions Club Youth Citizenship Award is to recognize the achievements of two OCHS seniors who provide evidence of the following criteria: 1. Good citizenship 2. An active interest in the civil, cultural, social and moral welfare of the community 3. A record of service to the community without personal financial reward. The amount of the award is $1,000. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be turned in by 3:00 PM on April 22. Deadline: April 22, 2015 by 3 PM Scholarship Name: Bryan Scholarship of Georgia Tech Alpha Iota Delta of Chi Psi Fraternity is proud to announce the Bryan Scholarship to Georgia Tech. One $1000 scholarship will be offered to a qualified young man entering Georgia Tech in the Fall. Any senior male applying to Tech may pick up an application in the Counseling Office. The application and all supporting documents must be postmarked by April 30, 2016.
Deadline: Postmarked by April 30, 2016 Scholarships Names: American Legion 4 Scholarships The American Legion Post #20 is offering four scholarship programs this year. The four scholarship programs are: 1. The Samsung American Legion Scholarship available to delegates who attend Boys and Girls State. The applications must be submitted prior to attending Boys State and Girls State. 2. The American Legion Legacy Scholarship available to children of the United States military and National Guard, and reservists who were activated and died on active duty on or after September 11, 2001. 3. The High School Oratorical Scholarship Program (grades 9-12). 4. The American Legion $1,000 scholarship available to a child or grandchild of a parent who served in the military and is a member of The American Legion in the Department of Georgia. Please visit http://alp20athensga.wix.com/alp20#!scholarships/cfyo for complete details and to download the scholarship applications. DEADLINES: NEED TO CONTACT THEM, DATES VARY May 2016 Scholarship Name: David Skinner GDA Scholarship Each year the Georgia Development Authority awards up to five (5) scholarships to qualified high school students who are pursuing college degrees in agricultural related fields. Please visit https://www.gdaonline.com/ for qualification and application details. Here, it can be printed for completion and submission through the mail, or filled out and submitted online. Please be aware that the online option requires total completion once begun, as there is no way to save your work. The application most be postmarked by May 2. Deadline: Postmarked May 2, 2016 Scholarship ongoing: Varsity Tutors Scholarships (Monthly) Varsity Tutors runs a monthly $1,000 scholarship contest where students must write an essay in response to a monthly prompt. Visitors to the Varsity Tutors scholarship webpage are able to vote via social media for submitted entries. The top five entries with the most votes are reviewed by Varsity Tutors at the end of the month and one winner is subsequently chosen to receive the $1,000 college scholarship. Interested students can enter the contest here: http://www.varsitytutors.com/college-scholarship Students must be 16 years of age. Deadline: Check out website JUNE 2016 Scholarship Name: Triangle Achievement Awards - Xi Lambda Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon International The Xi Lambda Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity announces its first annual Triangle Achievement Awards. There will be five scholarships awarded to male seniors who plan to attend The University of Georgia in the fall of 2016. The awards include a $1,000 scholarship and four $500 scholarships. The successful candidates will be evaluated upon the following: academic success, extracurricular activities and excellence in athletics. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be postmarked to Tau Kappa Epsilon at UGA by June 1, 2016. Deadline: June 2, 2016