April 2018

Scholarship News Seek out scholarships from your postsecondary choice as well as fastweb.com. You may also want to check the website

www.studentaid.ed.gov for additional financial aid information.

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*Beginning October 1 - Apply for Florida Financial Aid which includes Bright Futures Scholarships at www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org

*Beginning October 1 - Apply for Federal Financial Aid at www.fafsa.ed.gov

** Denotes new scholarship!!!

DEADLINE Name of Scholarship

CRITERIA MUST SUBMIT AMOUNT OF

AWARD Apr. 9 American

Legion

Legacy

Scholarship

Seniors; Attending

institution of

higher learning in

Fall 2017; parent

(legal guardian)

died while serving

in active duty on

or after Sept 11,

2001 or parent

(legal guardian) is

a post 9-11

veteran of the US

Military

Complete application online at:

https://www.legion.org/scholarships/legacy/about

Up to

$20, 000

**

Apr. 13

Kappa Alpha

Psi: Black &

White Ball

Scholarship

Male seniors; 2.8

GPA;

Completed application, transcript, essay. Please email Mrs. Robinson for the application as it must be typed into.

jrobinso@volusia. K12.fl.us

tbd

Apr. 13 Scott Harris

Memorial

Scholarship

Seniors; Accepted

into 1 4-year

University/College;

Be available to

accept the

scholarship and

give a speech on

5/22/18; Be

available for

media and

promotions

Application, 500-word essay, list of accomplishments (including

community service), two letters of recommendation, letter of

acceptance into 4- year college/university.

$2500

**

Apr. 13

VSCA

Scholarship

Seniors Completed application; essay $200

Postmarked

by Apr. 15

Johnson Scholarship Foundation

Seniors; Child of employee with

UPS; FL resident

Application available at www.jsf.bz; must submit an official transcript

$1000- $5000

Apr. 15

Johnson Scholarship Foundation

Seniors with disabilities who

will attend one of Florida's

universities; must demonstrate financial need

Application available at www.jsf.bz; must submit an official transcript

TBA

** LendEDU Seniors; US Apply and answer 750 words (or less) essay question online @ $1000

Apr. 15 Scholarship Citizen; 2.5 GPA https://lendedu.com/blog/scholarship-application/

**

Apr. 15 PDK

Scholarship

Seniors; 3.0 GPA; Pursing a degree

in education. Express interest to Mrs. Robinson!!!! $300

**

Apr. 15

Pearlie Lift-Up

Scholarship

Seniors; 2.5 GPA; Will enroll full-

time in a college or university; 50

hrs of community service;

Completed Application, essay. Pick up application from Mrs. Robinson!

$500

**

Apr. 16 Alicyn Bouie Scholarship

Seniors; Pursuing education degree

Completed application, 300-word essay, 2 letters of recommendation.

Pick up application from Mrs. Robinson!

$500

Postmarked

by Apr. 18

Volusia Retired

Educators Association Scholarship

resident of Florida; US citizen; senior of a West Volusia County high school; GPA of 3.0; accepted full time in

a post-secondary college;

Application, letter of recommendation, essay

Pick up application from Mrs. Robinson!

$1000

Financial need

Apr. 20

CBC Spouses

Heineken

USA

Performing

Arts

Scholarship

Senior; African-

American; US

citizen; 2.5 GPA;

planning to enroll

full time at a four

year college/

university;

Majoring in a

performing art

Online application; Official transcript; Personal statement (500-

1000 words); Two letters of recommendation; Academic resume;

Professional Photograph; Two- minute visual recording sample.

Apply online:

https://cbcfinc.academicworks.com/opportunities/390

$3000

Apr. 20

CBC Spouses

Visual Arts

Scholarship

Senior; African-

American; US

citizen; 2.5 GPA;

planning to enroll

full time at a four-

year college/

university;

Majoring in a

visual art

(architecture,

ceramics, drawing,

fashion, graphic

Online application; Official transcript; Personal statement (500-

1000 words); Two letters of recommendation; Academic resume;

Professional Photograph; Five original pieces of artwork

Apply online:

https://cbcfinc.academicworks.com/opportunities/390

$3000

design, illustration,

interior design,

painting,

photography,

sketching, video

production and

other decorative

arts).

Apr. 22

Student- View

Scholarship

Seniors; plan to attend a two/ four/ career college university in the fall.

Complete survey at www.student-view.com

Up to $4000

Apr. 25

DNA Day

Essay

Contest

Grades 9-12;

Essay Topic:

Do you think medical professionals should be required for all genetic testing, or should consumers have direct access to predictive genetic

testing? In defending your answer, use at least one disorder to explore the implications of involving, and not involving, a medical professional

such as a genetic counselor.

Respond to the question online at:

http://www.ashg.org/education/dnaday.shtml

Up to $1000

Hispanic Hispanic seniors Application will open on 1/6/18. $500- $5000

Jan. 6- Apr.

26

Scholarship

Fund (HSF)

General

College

Scholarship

with a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0 with financial

need

Apply online at www.hsf.net/FuturoConLeche

Apr. 28

Teachers

Make

Teachers

Scholarship

Seniors; 3.0 GPA;

Plan to enroll in

summer or fall

with a focus in

education;

300 -word Essay topic: Topic:

“Tell us about the teacher and/or event that inspired you to seek a

degree in education”.

Please send your essay and contact information via email to: scholarship@schoolfurnituredepot.com Include the following: First and last name, email address, and phone number.

Your submission (make sure to save a copy for your records).

Name of college or institution of attendance. If in high school, name of intended college or institution and intended degree or focus. Do not send official transcript, but a snap shot your GPA from unofficial will be fine.

$1000

Apr. 29

Spillers Law

Firm

Scholarship

Seniors Apply online at:

https://www.spillerslaw.com/scholarship-application/

$1000

** Give Kids a

Chance

Seniors; Florida resident; 2.5 GPA; Documented

Completed application, Two letters of recommendation. $1000

Apr. 30 Scholarship financial need: eligible students must have a family income of less than 60% of the median family income in the area in which they reside; Demonstrate an interest in school and community activities

sPick up application from Mrs. Robinson!

Apr. 30

Lohman

Memorial

Day Youth

Essay

Contest

Volusia County

middle/ high

students

Personal Essay (500-525 words) on topic: ‘The True Meaning of

Memorial Day’

Please pick up Contest Rules and info sheet from Mrs. Robinson!

Up to $500

Apr. 30 LPGA

Foundation

Scholarship

Female Seniors who

enjoy playing golf

with 3.2 GPA

Apply online at:

www.lpgafoundation.org

$5000

May 1

Atlas

Shrugged

Essay

Grades 8-10

600-1200 word response to one of three discussion questions on

Ayn Ran’s, “Atlas Shrugged“at:

essaycontest.aynrandnovels.com

Up to

$2,000

Apr. 1- May

Ayo and

Iken

Children of

Seniors; Plans to

attend school in

Fall; Live in divided

Application form; Personal letter stating interest in scholarship; 2000 minimum word essay describing how your parents continue

to work together despite being part of a separated household.

$1000

1 Divorce

Scholarship

household which

two parents strive

to maintain

respect for each

other as an

ongoing concern

while caring for

their children.

Your essay must describe in detail how your parents overcame obstacles and remained excellent role models.

Please pick up application from Mrs. Robinson!

May 1

Society of

Women

Engineers

Scholarship

Female Seniors;

plan to enroll in

degree program

for engineering,

math or computer

science; US citizen

Apply at

https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp $1000

**

May 4

Zeta Phi

Beta

Scholarship

Seniors; 3.0 GPA

Completed application; 2 letters of recommendation;

autobiography.

Please pick up application from Mrs. Robinson!

$1000

Apr. 1- May

15

James Beard

Foundation

Scholarship

Seniors who plan to

enroll in Culinary

School

Please see Mrs. Robinson for an application.

$20,000

**

SunTrust Off

To College

Scholarship

13 years or older

To enter drawing go to https://www.suntrust.com/loans/student-loans/scholarship

May 14

Sweepstakes

$500

May 18

CBC Spouses

Education

Scholarship

Seniors; African-

American; US

citizen; 2.5 GPA;

Planning to enroll

full time at a

college/

university;

Possess

leadership skills;

Volunteer hours

Online application; Personal statement (500-1000 words); Two

letters of recommendation; Academic resume; Professional

Photograph

Apply online:

https://cbcfinc.academicworks.com/opportunities/392

$500-$8200

May 23 S-Stars

Scholarship

Seniors; Plans to attend Daytona

State College full-time in Fall of 2018; Plans to

enroll in a STEM program; DUAL

ENROLLED STUDENTS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE

Complete application, must have FAFSA application complete Full in-state tuition

**

May 30

FMAA

Scholarship

Seniors Two-minute (or less) video explaining "What does the United

States flag mean to you as a young American today?"

Post online to a website such as YouTube or Viemo, with a link

sent by email to hope@mmco1.com.

$2,000

Must attach video release found at:

www.fmaa-usa.com/about/scholarship.php

Postmarked

by May 30

Navy Wives

Club of

America

Scholarship

Seniors; Child of

Navy, Marine Corp

or Coast Guard

Please pick up an application from Mrs. Robinson

$1,500

May 31

Benenati Law

Firm Futures

Scholarship

Seniors; plan on

attending, an

accredited 4-year

college/university or

2-year accredited

community college

Fall 2018.; must be

pursuing a legal,

medical, or

business-related

degree.

Apply online @

https://www.777injury.com/orlando-personal-injury-attorney/car-

accidents/#future-leaders-scholarship

$2000

**

May 31

Cluff Law Car

Accident

Scholarship

Seniors; 3.0 GPA;

Pursuing a law-

related degree

Apply online:

clufflaw.com/#scholarship-application $750

**

May 31

LM

Scholarship

Seniors; Plan to

attend full time, 3.0

GPA

Apply online at:

www.forklifttrainingcalgary.com/training.php

$500

May 31 Minerva

Beauty

Seniors planning to

explore a career in

Completed application; official transcript; One-page essay;

Recommendation from a cosmetology professional. Please pick up an

$1000

Cosmetology

Scholarship

cosmetology; 3.0

GPA

application from Mrs. Robinson

May 31 Mitchell &

Crunk

Adoption

Scholarship

Seniors Please apply at the website below:

www.mitchellcrunk.com/#scholarship-application

$500

May 31 Norman E.

Alexander

Award for

Excellence in

Jewish

Student

Writing

Jewish teen; grades

9-12

Please see website for rules at www.freshinkforteens.com

Essay topic: Choose a living or deceased person and write about his or her

legacy in any musical specialty such as classical, pop, rock, folk, theater,

opera, klezmer, religious, etc. The subject can be a composer, lyricist,

conductor, singer, soloist, etc. Also indicate why his or her accomplishments

are meaningful to you?

Must be emailed to Shira Vickar- Fox at:

freshinkforteens@jewishweek.org.

$500

May 31

Sattiraju

Employment

Law

Scholarship

Seniors, 3.0 gpa or

higher; planning to

attend an accredited

college or university

in the Fall of 2018.

Apply online at

http://www.sattirajulawfirm.com/ $1000

**

May 31

SCW

DREAMers

Scholarship Seniors

Apply online http://workinjuryaz.com/phoenix-workers-compensation-lawyers/

$2,500

Aspiring

Fashion

Professionals

Seniors pursuing a

career in fashion.

Complete scholarship application and submit essay at:

http://www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-$1000

Jun. 1 Scholarship scholarship-application

Jun. 1

Aspiring

Animation

Professionals

Scholarship

Seniors pursuing a

career in animation.

Complete scholarship application and submit essay at:

www.animationcareerreview.com $1000

Jun. 1

Athnet Sports

Recruiting

Scholarship

Seniors 400-500-word essay describing how the lessons you have learned

through sports have positively impacted you as you pursue your college

education.

Include following info: Full name, email address, University, intended

major, Year to graduate college, Phone number, Personal Bio

Please email your essay and other info to:

scholarships@athleticscholarships.net

$1000

Jun. 1

Men of

Principle

Scholarship

Male Senior;

Attending Florida

State University in

Summer/ Fall 2018.

Complete application online

https://goo.gl/forms/XWpSunZrPHMCS6X92

$500

Jun. 1

Odenza

Vacations

College

Scholarship

Ages 17-24 by Sept

1 & 2.5 or higher

GPA

Completed application and response to essay question. Apply online at:

www.studentscholarships.org/odenza.php

$500

Jun. 1

OMBAR

Aspiring

Business

Professionals

Seniors pursuing a

career in business.

Complete scholarship application and submit essay at:

www.OnlineMBAReport.com $1000

Scholarship

June 1

PEO Star

Scholarship

11th grade

Females; 3.0 GPA;

Student profile; Two letters of recommendation; official transcript

please pick up and submit application to Mrs. Robinson

$2500

Jun. 2

Got a Spine

Scholarship

Seniors; 2.5 GPA; US

citizen

Complete application and submit answer to essay questions at:

www.arcticchiropracticfairbanks.com

$500

**

Jun. 8

Holliday

Karatinos

Law Essay

Contest

Seniors; have

been accepted

into a institution

of higher learning

Official transcript; Proof of residency; digital photo; One -page essay (600 words or less)

PERSONAL INJURY – CONCUSSIONS IN SPORTS Do you think that there is enough emphasis on safety in sports to

prevent concussions? What do you think we should do to curb concussions in high school athletics? Submit essay response and docs to

Joan E. Hahn: Joanhahn@helpinginjuredpeople.com

Up to $2500

Jun. 14

Abbott and Fenner

Scholarship

Juniors and seniors

Must write a 500-1000-word essay response to:

Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you

selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.

Email answer to scholarships@abbottandfenner.com

$1,000

Jun. 15 Global Lift

Equipment Seniors; 2.5 GPA; Complete application and short story at; $500

Scholarship US citizen www.usedforklifttexas.com

Jun. 30

Lift Parts

Express

Scholarship

Ages 16-21; Must

be attending college

in fall of 2017; 3.0

GPA; US citizen

Complete application and answer essay question at:

http://www.forkliftpartstexas.com/forkliftparts.php $500

Jul. 1

MG Law

Scholarship

2018 Graduate;

pursuing higher

education

Apply at

http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/ $1000

**

lJul. 9

Stuck at

prom

Scholarship

Contest

14-17 years old;

Legal resident of

the US

Complete entry form at: www.stuckatprom.com.

Create and wear prom attire and / or accessories made using

“Duck” brand duct tape. Submit photo!

$1000

Jul. 31

UEW

Healthcare

Scholarship

Seniors; attending

college in Fall 2018;

GPA OF 3.0

Apply online @

/www.uewhealth.com/eeoicpa-reca/#scholarship-application $1000

Aug. 1

Cavey Law

Firm

Scholarship

Must be accepted to

higher education

program; 3.0 GPA

500-word (max) essay explaining plans for your and why the scholarship should

be awarded to you. Application found @ http://caveylaw.com/scholarship-

2018/ $1000

Didn’t find a scholarship in the newsletter. Feel free to visit these helpful websites to apply:

Federal Student Aid (Excellent Resource!) Weird Scholarships (Excellent Resource!) Chegg Scholarships (Tons of Scholarships) Imagine America Foundation FastWeb Seminole State Scholarships

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