Senior Scholarship Bulletin

Updated: November 18, 2008

Please note: Scholarships in black are current.

Scholarships in red were offered last year,

but we haven’t received materials or had them confirmed for this year.

Scholarships in purple were offered already this year, and their due dates have passed.

TIPS:

1. Check your email and make certain that your scholarship site is not blocked. Otherwise, information that you need may be forwarded to trash. I know of a student who made it to finalist on a national scholarship and missed out because the notification and request for additional information was in her “trash”.

2. Complete the applications early and have someone proof them for errors and to give feedback. I am happy to do it if you give me enough lead time.

3. Make applications neat and error free. Don’t hesitate to call the scholarship sponsor if you have questions.

4. Apply, apply, apply…the more scholarships you apply for the better your odds become. It is like shooting free throws…the more that you throw up the more likely it is that one will go in J.

5. Always send a thank you when you receive a scholarship. Someone has sacrificed time and money to help you achieve your dreams. Let them know that you are appreciative.

Local Scholarship Section

Booster Club Scholarships-All students may apply for these scholarships. The amount and number of scholarships is to be determined. Applications are available electronically and are due May 1^st.

David Holbrook Memorial Scholarship-This scholarship was established in the memory of David Holbrook, a Washington County farmer/rancher who actively supported the positive future of agriculture. Students planning on majoring in some aspect of agriculture may apply. Applications are available from Mrs. Goeckel and are due April 1.

Dr. Lesley L. and Mary Huntley Scholarship- This will be a new scholarship and details will follow.

Foreign Language Club Scholarship-Students must be a member of Foreign Language Club in good standing and must have taken two or more years of the same language and have plans to continue with the language in some respect (does not have to be university study). See Mrs. Goeckel for an application. They are due to Mrs. Edgar by May 1^st.

Greenleaf Alumni Scholarship-The Greenleaf Alumni sponsors one $300 scholarship. Students must live in the 66943 area code to apply. Applications are available electronically and are due May 1^st.

Haddam Alumni Scholarship-Students who live in the old Haddam school district are eligible for this scholarship. There is no need to apply. Names are sent to the committee.

Horseshoe Band/Music Award-The award goes to a senior who is involved in music with the top priority placed on band. In addition, students are more likely to be chosen if they are continuing their music involvement in college.

J.L. and Evalyn Henderson Memorial Scholarship-This scholarship was established in memory of J.L. and Evalyn Henderson who spent their lives working in agriculture in Washington County. Preferred recipient is a student who has a background in agriculture and the desire to pursue a career in agriculture. 4-H or FFA membership is desirable but not required. Please submit a resume with a cover letter stating your educational and career plans to Mrs. Elvin Shum, 304 N. Oak, Home, KS 66438. Due: April 1^st.

Mahaska Alumni Association Scholarship-No need to apply. Students must live in the Mahaska zip code.

Music Service Award Scholarship Application-This scholarship is based on musical participation in school, church and community including instrumental and vocal. Applications are available electronically and are due May 10^th.

PTO Scholarships-All students may apply for these scholarships. The amount and number of scholarships is to be determined. Applications are available electronically and are due May 1^st.

United Bank and Trust Scholarships-The United Bank and Trust sponsors two $500 scholarships. One is to be awarded to a senior boy and the other to a senior girl. Applications are available electronically and are due May 10^th.

USD 108 Endowment Scholarship - All Washington County High School students may apply for this scholarship. Electronic applications are available.

American Legion Scholarship Section

Applications are available at www.ksamlegion.org

The American Legion also sends hard copies to schools. See Mrs. Goeckel for details.

American Legion Baseball Leadership Scholarship- This is a $1,000 scholarship awarded per state by National Headquarters to an American Legion certified baseball player. Due-July 15.

Charles and Annette Hill Scholarship- An outright grant of $1,000. The applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in order to apply. The applicant must be a descendent of a member of The American Legion and/or Auxiliary. Due 2/15.

Dr. “Click” Cowger Baseball Scholarship- This $500 scholarship is awarded to a Kansan who has participated in American Legions Baseball. Due- July 15.

Eagle Scout of the Year- The American Legion Life Insurance Trust Fund provides for a $10,000 scholarship to be awarded to the Eagle Scout who is selected “The American Legion Scout of the Year”. Other state and local scholarships are given based on this same application. Applications are due March 1.

Hobble (LPN) Nursing Scholarship- This is an outright grant of $300 for a student intending on pursuing a career in nursing and enrolled in a school which has a diploma for LPN. Due 2/15.

National High School Oratorical Contest- Compete in the National High School Oratorical Contest. Top prize is $18,000 and over $138,000 total in scholarship monies will be awarded. Go to www.legion.org for more information. Due date is January15(?).

Music Committee Scholarship- This $1,000 scholarship is for students who have distinguished themselves in the field of music and/or who will minor or major in music at an approved Kansas junior college, college or university. Due- 2/15.

Paul Flaherty Athletic Scholarship- This $250 scholarship is awarded to a high school boy or girl who has participated in school athletics. Due-July 15.

Shooting Sports Scholarship- An outright grant of $500, applicants for this scholarship must be a Kansas high school senior or college level freshman who has participated in an American Legion Shooting Sports program in the State and Regional levels. The applicant must be an average or better student scholastically. Due 2/15.

Sons of the American Legion Commander’s Scholarship Fund- (5) $500 scholarships.

US “Udie” Grant Scholarship- One $500 scholarship. The applicant must be a son, daughter, grandson or granddaughter of a member of the Kansas Sons of American Legion or a member of the Kansas Sons of the American Legion for the past three consecutive years.Due 2/15.

***Albert M. Lappin Scholarship- an outright grant of $1,000. Due 2/15.

*** Hugh A. Smith Scholarship Fund- This is an outright grant of $500 to be paid at the start of the Fall semester. Due- 2/15.

***Rosedale Post 346 Scholarship- Two scholarships of $1,500 each. Students must write an essay.

***Ted and Nora Anderson Scholarship Fund- Up to (4) $500 scholarships. Due 2/15.

Standard Scholarship Section

AXA Achievement Scholarship- The AXA Foundation in association with US News and World Report presents the AXA Achievement Scholarship. The program offers the following awards: 10,000 national scholarships to 52 students (one in each state, Washington DC and Puerto Rico). And, $15,000 additional scholarships will go to 10 national recipients. The national winners will also be offered internships at AXA offices and receive a computer for college. Visit www.axa-achievement.com to apply. The deadline is February15.

Ayn Rand Institute Scholarships- Students may read The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand and compete for over $13,000 in scholarships. Go to www.aynrand.org/contests to learn more. The essay due date is April 25, 2009.

Best Buy Scholarship-Best Buy is looking for students who work hard in the classroom and with community service. Go to www.bestbuy.com/scholarships to apply. Applications are due by February 15, 2008.

Bluestem Electric Cooperative- Students whose parents /guardians are members of the Bluestem Electric Cooperative are eligible to compete for a Bluestem Electric Scholarship. Students wishing to apply will send in an application and take a test. Students selected from that pool will be called in for an interview. Applications must be received by Bluestem Electric by Dec. 17. Several students have been awarded this scholarship in the past.

Burger King Scholar Program- Burger King is awarding $1,000 scholarships to students. There will be up to 700 available. Applications are available online at www.bk.com/scholars. Online applications are available from October 15 to February 2, 2009. The criteria include 1.) 2.5 GPA, 2.) work part-time an average of 15 hours per week, 40 hours per year, 3.)Actively involved in community service, 4.) Demonstrate financial need, 5.) Plan to enroll in an accredited two or four year college or university or vocational/technical school by Fall of the application year.

Christian Scholarship- The Christian Connector provides a $2,500 Christian Scholarship Drawing. Students may log onto www.christianconnector.com to request information and automatically be entered in the $2,500 scholarship drawing.

COCA-COLA Scholarship

Coca-cola is offering $3 million in scholarships to exceptional high school students. Find out more at www.coca-colascholars.org. Deadline: October 31.

CollegeSteps Sweepstakes-Register with CollegeSTEPS and you will receive college information and become eligible for tuition prizes. Go to wellsfargo.com/collegesteps. Tuition prize drawings are at the end of each month beginning in October and ending in May.

KFC Colonel Scholar-KFC’s Colonel’s Scholars is looking for outstanding seniors with financial need and entrepreneurial spirit to qualify for the KFC Colonel’s Scholar Program. Awards are up to $20,000 for tuition, fees, textbooks, room and board. The online scholarship application will be available from December 1, 2008 to February 8, 2008 at www.kfcscholars.org.

Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program- Monsanto is announcing the Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program. One-time awards of $1,500 are available to 100 seniors who are pursuing a career in an agriculture-related field. Students do not need to be FFA members to apply. Go to www.monsanto.com to apply. Applications must be submitted by February 15, 2008.

Concordia Area Elks Scholarship-Students attending college with a GPA of 3.0 may apply for an Elks Scholarship, and students planning on attending a Vo-Tech school with a GPA of 2.5 or above may apply for an Elks Scholarship. Applications are due April 15. See Mrs. Goeckel for applications.

County Clerks Association Scholarship- Students majoring in Journalism, Political Science or Communications with a 3.0 GPA may compete for the scholarship. See Mrs. Goeckel for forms. Applications must be received by Friday, April 4^th, 2008.

The Dillenkoffer Endowment-The Dillenkoffer Endowment was established to support gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered teens with college tuition grants in Kansas and Missouri. Beginning in 2007, the Endowment will award at least one 4-year scholarship of up to $10,000 annually. The scholarship is limited to students in Kansas and Missouri who have achieved a 2.75 GPA or higher and are active in their communities and schools.

Go to www.dillenkoffer.org for more information. Applications are due by March 31, 2008.

Discover Colleges Scholarship

Go to www.discovercolleges.com and register for a $2,500 private college scholarship drawing. The site’s main purpose is to aid students as they search for private colleges.

Education Communications Scholarship Foundation

The Education Communications Scholarship Foundation is offering 61 scholarships this year. Note: There is a four dollar charge to apply but supposedly all excess funds go back into scholarships. See www.ecisf.org for more information. The deadline is May 15, 2007.

ESA Foundation Scholarships- You must pay $5 to compete for these scholarships. There are a variety of scholarships available. See Mrs. Goeckel for details. Due: Feb. 1.

Elks (Kansas) Association Most Valuable Student and Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships- 500 four year awards including: 2 First-Place Awards of $60,000, 2 Second Place Awards of $40,000, 2 Third Place Awards of $20,000 and 494 Runners-Up Awards of $4,000 (Total- $2,216,000). There are also awards at the state level. This application takes work, so get started early. Several people in the area have received the Elks Scholarships at various levels, so it definitely is doable. I have applications or an electronic version is available at www.elks.org/ent/scholars. Due: Jan. 9 (This date must be confirmed).

Elks-JB Ferguson Golf Scholarship- One $500 grant. Applicant must be a member of their high school golf team and planning to participate on a golf team in college. Due: Jan. 15.

Elks National Scholarships for Elk Families- Students with parents or grandparents that are Elks may apply for these scholarships. Go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars Applications are due by mid-January (Date must be confirmed by local organization).

Elks-Past Exalted Rulers Scholarship- Six one time grants are awarded (3 boy, 3 girl) in the amount of $700 for the first place, $500 for the second place, and $400 for third place winners at the state level. These are open to high school seniors. Due: Jan. 15.

Elks-Vocational Scholarship Grant- Students applying for this grant may not apply for the Most Valuable Student Scholarships. They must be planning on attending a two year or less vocational or technical program. Due: Jan. 10 (Must be confirmed by local lodge.).

Engineering Scholarships

Students majoring in engineering may apply for the SAE 2008 Engineering Scholarships. The scholarships are funded by participating colleges and range from $400 to full tuition. Go to www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm . The deadline is December 1.

GPACAC Scholarship

The Great Plains Association for College Admission Counseling is offering six $1,000 scholarships to seniors. Go to http://www.gpacac.net to apply. Applications are due: Feb. 29.

Grants Available for Future Math and Science Teachers

Students who major in math, science, technology, engineering, and critical foreign languages may be eligible for special grants designated by the US Dept. of Education. See www.ed.gov for details. The grants for first and second year college students are Academic Competitive Grants and the grants for third and fourth year college students are SMART Grants.

Horation Alger Scholarship

The Horatio Alger Foundation is awarding scholarships to students who have a 2.0 or better GPA and a family income of $50,000 or less. Go to www.horatioalger.org for more details. Applications are due on October 30, 2008.

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund

“Mrs. Janice Marie Scott (nee: Holmes) was a victim of the attacks by terrorists on September 11, 2001. She was among the 125 individuals that were killed in the Pentagon when terrorists took over and crashed American Airlines Flight 77 into that building on the morning of September 11, 2001. As a result the family members of Mrs. Scott created the Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund in October 2001 to honor her legacy.” Click on this link to access the application. The scholarship deadline is March 31, 2009.

KACRAO Scholarship

The Kansas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers is offering a “Quality Leadership” Scholarship. Applications are due by March 15, 2008. Only the first 250 complete applications will be considered. Students must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 and a minimum ACT score of 22. Students must also be planning on attending a KACRAO member school which includes many schools in Kansas. See Mrs. Goeckel for details.

KADPF Scholarship

The Kansas Association of Directors of Plant Facilities has established a scholarship fund in the names of Dave Williams and Dick Merriman. These individuals were instrumental in bringing the custodial profession to a greater height of knowledge and professionalism. They will award three scholarships to graduating seniors who are children of custodial workers. See Mrs. Goeckel for details. Applications are due: Feb. 22^nd.

Kansas Horse Council

The Kansas Horse Council Foundation is awarding $1,000 scholarships to seniors. Students must be members of the council to compete for scholarships. Please see www.kansashorsecouncil.com for more information.

Kansas Junior Golf Scholarship

The Kansas Golf Foundation will award five scholarships in 2007-2008. This is an academic scholarship, but in order to be eligible a student must have competed in junior golf activities, including high school golf. Scholarships are based on academic performance, leadership, a written essay and financial need. The grant is $1250 per school year and is renewable for up to four years. Recipients must attend a Kansas college or university, including community colleges.

See www.kansasgolf.org for more details. Click on “Kansas Golf Foundation” and follow the links for “Scholarships”. Due: April 4, 2008.

Kansas Masonic Foundation, Inc. Scholarshi-CHECK THIS OUT

Students may apply for loans from the Kansas Masonic Foundation, Inc.. The loans are interest free until graduation as long as the student remains in school. Students who remain in the loan program for over two years may be eligible for scholarships also. Loan applications may be downloaded from www.kmfonline.org. Applications are due by April 15, 2009.

Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants Scholarship

The Education Foundation of the Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants is offering $6,800 worth of scholarships. Applicants should have high ACT or SAT scores, plan on attending a Kansas university or college and plan to major in accounting. Students must have the school send their ACT or SAT scores and then if the scores are high enough they will be invited to write an essay to compete. The deadline for submission of scores is March 3, 2007. See Mrs. Goeckel to have them submitted.

Kansas State University Civic Leadership Scholarship-Students who have illustrated their commitment to serving others may apply for the K-State Civic Leadership Scholarship. Students will need to complete the KSU application, the KSU scholarship application and a supplemental application at www.k-state.edu/nss/civicleadership. Applications must be submitted by December 14.

Kansas State Freshman Male Scholarship

Male students attending KSU next fall may apply for the $250 James Komatz/Delta Chi Memorial Scholarship. Applications must be received by March 1. See Mrs. Goeckel for details.

KSU Freshman Male

Male students attending KSU may apply for the Loren Mall Leadership Scholarship. Applications are due by April 1. You may pick up a copy in the counseling office or apply at www.ksu.edu/deltasig.

KSU Males- Acacia (a leadership organization) is sponsoring a scholarship for incoming freshmen males that are interested in leadership. See Mrs. Goeckel for details. Applications are due February 1^st.

KSU Males Only

Sigma Phi Epsilon is sponsoring scholarships for incoming freshmen males at KSU. You do not need to join a fraternity to apply. The scholarship is geared toward finding a “balanced man”. They are looking for young men who demonstrate excellence in academics and extra-curricular activities. Three scholarships will be awarded: first-$1,000, second- $500 and third- $250. The application is due on See Mrs. Goeckel for additional details. April 15^th. is the deadline.

Kansas High School Technology Business Plan Competition

Students may participate in the Kansas High School Technology Business Plan Competition and compete to win up to $3,000 in scholarships. For more information see www.ktec.com/bizplan.

Dates and Deadlines: Competition Kick-Off: Feb. 27, Business Plan Submission Deadline: March 16, Finalists notified: March 30, Competition: April 12.

Kansas State University-Salina- Engineering Technology Scholarships-

K-State at Salina has received $500,000 from the National Science Foundation to provide tuition assistance for students pursuing degrees in engineering technology. Students who would like to complete an associates or bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering Technology, Web Development, Computer Systems Technology, Electronic and Computer Engineering Technology, and Mechanical Engineering Technology may apply. Go to http://www.salina.k-state.edu and click on ELITE scholarships.

KU Hixson Opportunity Award-This reward is designed for students who plan to attend KU and have faced challenges. 1) Students must faced a challenge of personal/and or financial hardship, 2) Must be admissible to KU. 3) must show financial need, 4) Students whose parent(s) did not earn a four year degree will receive first consideration. See Mrs. Goeckel for details. Applications are due by February 1.

Landon Center on Aging Photo Contest-The Landon Center on Aging is sponsoring a photo contest, Images of Aging. To compete in the photo contest see http://www2.kumc.edu/coa and click on Images of Aging button. Entries are due by Feb.23, 2009.

McKelvey Foundation Scholarship-Seniors who have illustrated entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating their own business during high school may apply for this scholarship. The scholarship is $10,000 per year for four years to any given college or university. Apply online at www.mckelveyfoundation.org . The deadline is January 15.

National Commission for Cooperative Education- Apply online at www.co-op.edu for the National Commission for Cooperative Education Scholarship. The commission will be sponsoring 175 scholarships at a total value of $3, 500,000. The application deadline is Feb. 15, 2007. However, early submissions are strongly encouraged. These only work for schools like Johnson and Wales that are affiliated with the program.

National FFA Scholarships- FFA scholarship applications are available. Go to www.ffa.org and download an application. According the posters 1 out of every 4 students who applied last year received a scholarship. The deadline is Feb. 15, 2006.

Nelnet Scholarship- Go to www.nelnet.com/win to compete for up to $25,000 in scholarships. This is a sweepstakes drawing that begins on 9/10/07 and ends on 8/7/08.

NCAA

Remember that to be considered for athletic competition by Division I and Division II schools, you must be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse. See Mrs. Goeckel to check your status if you are not sure. Also, go to www.ncaa.org.

NFIB YEF Young Entrepreneur Foundation- 400 students will receive a $1,000 Young Entrepreneur Award, and one student will receive a $10,000 scholarship. Senior entrepreneurs should check out www.NFIB .com/YEA to get more details. Apply online at www.goonline.cc with ACCESS KEY= NFIB. November 2008 deadline. Note: Washington Co. had a finalist last year. Students and Linn and Hanover obtained the scholarship…there were approx. six awarded in the state. If you are an entrepreneur it is worth your time.

North Central Kansas Catbacker Scholarship

The NCK Catbacker Club is issuing four scholarships of $350 each to students interested in attending Kansas State University. Applications are due by March 1, 2007. See Mrs. Goeckel for details.

Pony Express Scholarship- The Pony Express Riders of Kansas sponsor a scholarship essay contest for seniors graduating from high schools in Washington, Marshall, Nemaha, Brown, and Doniphan Counties. There are 17 scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $500. Essays must be received by Mrs. Goeckel by March 12.

Prudential Spirit of Community Award- If you have been involved in a significant community volunteer activity then apply for a 2008 Prudential Spirit of Community Award. Go to www.principals.org/prudential. Applications are due by October 31.

Reserve Officer Association Reilly Memorial Scholarship

Students whose parents and/or grandparents are members of the Reserve Officer Association may apply for a $500 scholarship. Parents or grandparents who are past officers but are not members of the organization may join now and then their student may apply. Go to www.roa.org to obtain a scholarship application. For more information contact H. David Pendleton at 913-684-5320.

Resolve to Evolve Scholarship

Compete for over $10,000 in scholarships in the “Resolve to Evolve Essay Scholarship Contest sponsored by Scholarships.com. Go to www.scholarships.com to enter today. No due date was listed on the original materials.

SAE International Scholarships

Seniors interested in engineering should compete for more than 60 corporate and university sponsored scholarships. Go to www.sae.org/students/engschl.htmfor more details. Deadline: December 1, 2008.

Sammy Milk Mustache Award

Students may nominate themselves for the Sammy 2007. Nominess will be judged based on five criteria: academic performance (35%), athletic excellence (35%), leadership (15%), community service (10%), and milk experience (5%). Twenty five winners will receive $7,500 scholarships. To access the application see: bodybymilk.com. Applications were accepted online until March 6, 2009 last year. It should be similar this year but was not listed in the materials. .

Sam Walton Community Scholarship- Apply online at www.walmartfoundation.org for the Sam Walton Community Scholarships. You must use the access code (SWCS) to access the application process. The scholarships are $1,000 non-renewable. The deadline is January 14, 2008..

Scholarship for Students Majoring in Journalism, Political Science or Communications- The KCC/EOA is offering a $500 scholarship to students majoring in Journalism, Political Science or Communications. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA to apply. Applications are available from Mrs. Goeckel and must be received by the organization by Friday, April 6, 2007. Students from our county have earned this scholarship in the past.

Senator Robert J. Dole Public Service Scholarship Program

$1,000 scholarships are available through the Senator Robert J. Dole Public Service Scholarship Program. Students must have a 3.0 minimum GPA, be involved in a significant amount of volunteer community service projects or public service activities, and enroll no later than fall 2007 in a full-time undergraduate course of study at a Kansas Regents’ University or Emporia State University. See www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/senatordolepublicservice for more details. Application submission deadline is March 22.

Southeast Community College- Students planning on attending Southeast Community College may apply for the Henry and Judith Evers Scholarship. See Mrs. Goeckel for details. Applications are due Feb. 1.

Steve Harper Scholarship (Kansas Wildscape)

Seniors planning on attending a Kansas college and majoring in either natural science or photography may apply for the Steve Harper Scholarship. Applications are due April 15^th. See Mrs. Goeckel for details.

Toshiba ExploraVision

Students in grades 10-12 can team up in groups of two, three or four to compete in Toshiba’s ExploraVision project. The purpose of the competition is to encourage students to combine their imaginations with tools of science to create and explore a vision of a future technology. Student members of the four first-place teams will receive savings bonds that mature at $10,000. See Mrs. Goeckel for details. Previous winning projects can be checked out at www.exploravision.org/dm. Application Deadline: January 28.

Note: There are various levels of this competition for students in grades K-12.

Toyota Scholarship

WCHS is allowed to nominate one senior as our candidate for the Toyota Community Scholars Program. Toyota is looking for students who have outstanding academic credentials, demonstrate school leadership and are committed to community service. Toyota will select 100 Community Scholars and they will receive scholarships valued from $10,000-$20,000. More details can be found at www.toyota.com/communityscholars . Students who would like to compete to be the WCHS nominee need to see Mrs. Goeckel by Monday, November 10..

Twin Valley Telephone Scholarship

The Foundation of Rural Service is offering a scholarship to seniors that are served by Twin Valley Telephone. The application may be found and downloaded at http://www.frs.org. Completed applications must be sent to Twin Valley Telephone, P.O. Box 515, Clay Center, Kansas 67432, Attn: Kathy Coleman, postmarked no later than February 1, 2007.

Union Bank Sponsors Scholarships- Register at www.nelnet/collegeplanning to apply for scholarships. Scholarships are based on random drawings.

University of Kansas, SigEp Balanced Man Scholarship- SigEp of KU is offering incoming males the opportunity to compete for a “Balanced Man” scholarship. Applications are due: Jan. 10, 2008. See Mrs. Goeckel for details.

USA Funds Scholarship- Students may apply to www.usafunds.org/scholarship between Dec. 15, 2007, and Feb. 15, 2008.

Vocational Education Scholarship Program

Students attending vocational/technical schools may take a test to qualify for scholarships. On average 50% of the students who take this test get scholarship money. The scholarships are renewable. Students must register by October 6^th. for the test on November 8th.. In addition, students must register by February 6^th.. for the test on March 7^th. Applications are available in the counseling office and at www.kansasregents.org/financialaid/awards.html

Vocational Exchange Program with Germany

Students who have taken a vocation classes in high school may apply for the opportunity to represent the United States in the Congress-Bundestag Vocational Youth Exchange Program. Twenty to 25 seniors in the US will receive an all expense paid scholarship. First, students will attend two months of extended language preparation in Washington DC. Next, they will proceed to Germany. If you would like more details see Mrs. Goeckel. Applications must be sent in by January 31^st.

Writing/Photo/Video Contest

Seniors may compete for cash awards in a 12 county contest focusing on Rural Kansas. Students may choose to write fiction or non-fiction, present 10-20 photographs or develop a video that are original works based on the theme: “Rural Kansas”…Tomorrow’s Possibilities. Find out more details by going to www.eyeonkansas.org and click on the “RuralVoices” link. The deadline for the arrival of materials is November 15, 2008.

YoungArts Scholarship

Seniors may compete for up to $500,000 in cash awards. Competitions are available in cinematic arts, dance, jazz, classical instrumental music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice and writing. Check out www.nfaa.org for more details. Register by October 1^st.