Dan River High School

04/04/2014

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

DAN RIVER HIGH SCHOOL

2013 – 2014

**SCHOLARSHIPS WILL BE ANNOUNCED/UPDATED WHEN RECEIVED IN GUIDANCE**

Local Scholarship Updates are typically not received/posted until the Spring.

SCHOLARSHIP PICK-UP Seniors are responsible for mailing their own scholarship applications. Scholarship applications that do not have an internet link will be in the file cabinet in Guidance for students to pull. When the scholarship application requires a transcript, you should complete a transcript request form and give it to Mrs. Stephens at least one week in advance. She will provide you with an official sealed transcript to submit with your application.
TRANSCRIPTSColleges require a copy of your transcript. We now can submit them electronically through the National Transcript Service. Multiple Requests may be made on one form. Parent signature required if under18. See Mrs. Stephens, Guidance Secretary, for more information.

Scholarships Updates will be added at least monthly and emailed to seniors.

Send your email address to to be on the e-mailing list.

See our full scholarship table in alpha order below, now with

“college-specific” IN/OUT State scholarships in separate table following.

Updated local scholarships are typically not received until Spring term.

~~~~~ Updates for Spring 2014~~~~~~

Scholarships due through MAY, note current due dates

( go to alpha list for links/more info):

Suntrust Off-to-College Scholarship drawing (every 2 weeks from 10/26-5/10)

**Southern Women of the Piedmont (4/11)

Chums, Inc. (4/15)

ABWA Dan Valley Chapter (4/18)

**Student-View Scholarship (4/20)

**Pittsylvania Co Cattleman’s Assn (4/25)

**Alpha Phi Alpha/ Delta Nu Lambda Chapter (4/28)

Tobacco Region Southside (go to webpage and click NOTIFY ME) (4/30)

** ESA Foundation (5/1)

**Colonial Officials Association, Inc (5/6)

Pittsylvania Soil & Water Conservation (5/12)

**Event Zone / Fine Arts Scholarship(5/16)

**Friendship Club (5/21)

Christopher Gunnell Memorial Scholarship (5/22)

Danville Historical Society Essay (6/30)

**ERCA Community Contribution Scholarship (7/22)

~~~~~~~~See all scholarship details in alphabetical listing below~~~~~~~~~~

Source / Discipline / Award / Requirements / Deadline / Contact
ABWA
Danville Charter Chapter / Current Senior / N/A / Seniors planning to attend a 4-year college or university must send in completed application, a transcript, and be a citizen of USA with 3 character reference letters. Biographical statement, including educational background, financial need, and other pertinent information about yourself. / 03/07 / Applications in guidance.
Mail to:
Mrs. Hilda Barker
504 Leftwich St
Gretna, VA 24557
ABWA
Dan-Pitts Chapter / Minimum GPA of 2.5
Financial need / N/A / Deserving young people who plan to attend an accredited college. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, financial need, citizen of US. Send completed application, 3 letters of character references, official transcript and a biographical statement. / 03/01 / Applications in guidance.
ABWA
Dan Valley Chapter / Seniors planning to attend a 4-year college or university. / N/A / Completed application by applicant, type or print clearly,3 character reference letters, transcript of courses completed and a typed-biographical statement, including educational background, financial need, and other pertinent information about yourself. / 04/18 / Applications in guidance.
Postmark Deadline
AFA- Air Force Association
Chapter 240 Danville / Engineering or a teaching degree in the Math/Science field. / $500.00 / Student must be in good standing and submit one letter of recommendation from a faculty member. / 03/15 / Applications in guidance.
AFA- Lt. Col. Romeo and Josephine Bass Ferretti Scholarship / Dependents of an enlisted active duty Airman (or Guard or Reserve) / 2 scholarships @ $2,500.00 ea. / Plans to enroll in college in a science, technology, engineering or math degree (STEM) program this fall. / 06/30 / For more information and an application.
http://www.afa.org/aef/aid/Ferretti.asp
All-Ink.com / 5 x $1000 / minimum 2.5 GPA. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; must submit a 50- to 200-word essay on who has had the greatest impact on your life, and a 50- to 200-word essay on what you hope to achieve in your personal and professional life after college / 12/31 / http://www.all-ink.com/scholarship.html
Alpha Gamma Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society / A female student in the area of teaching. / $500 non-repayable grant-in-aid / Candidate must be nominated and well deserving of the Anna Dunevant Memorial Scholarship. Application, transcript, and letter of reference. / 03/ 26 / Applications in guidance. See Ms. Dean to turn them in.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Alpha Phi Omega Chapter Scholarship / Female students who will enter college in the fall. / $1,000 / Transcript with first semester grades, 3 letters of recommendation, essay, picture, and acceptance letters from colleges / 02/22 / Application emailed and in guidance.
Postmark deadline.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Delta Nu Lambda Chapter / Need based scholarship / N/A / Two (2) letters of recommendation, academics and service to the community, 2.5 GPA. / 04/28 / Applications in guidance.
American Chemical Society Scholarship / Chemistry Scholarships for African American, Hispanic, and American Indian Students / Awards of up to $5,000 / High school senior or college freshman, sophomore or junior pursuing a college degree in the chemical sciences or chemical technology, you may be eligible for an ACS scholarship. Based on academic standing, financial need, career objective, leadership skills, and involvement in school activities and community service. / 03/31 / http://www.cnetweb.org/american_chemical_society_scholarships.htm
American Fire Sprinkler Assn. / Virginia Chapter
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National contest / 1st$1500, 750, 500
(10)$2000
(3)$1000 / Creative, interesting and convincing Essay (700-100 words) on the value and importance of automatic fire sprinklers in schools. Awards not based on financial need. Application, essay and bibliography. / 02/01
04/03 / http://www.afsavirginia.com
submit by email or mail: Ron Reynolds-SFMO
1005 Technology Park Drive
Glen Allen VA 23059
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www.afsascholarship.org
American Legion Post 325 / (2) $500 / the applicant must be a child or dependent of a veteran in good standing / 4/15 / American Legion Post 325
135 American Legion Blvd
Danville, VA 24540
American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 1097 / Qualifying seniors / 3.0 GPA, US Citizen, 3 References, Biographical Statement, Direct Descendant of US wartime veteran / 03/01 / Application in Guidance. Must mail by due date.
American Legion
Dan River Post 1097 / Seniors who plan to attend an accredited college/university with a GPA of 3.0 / Varies / U. S. citizen and legal resident of Virginia or North Carolina, three character references, official transcript, biographical statement, verification of direct descendant’s honorable discharge. / 03/01 / Applications are in guidance.
American Legion Constitution
Oratorical Schol / Grades 9-12 / $600-1500 $18,000 / 8-10 minute prepared oration and 3-5 minute assigned topic from Amendments 8,10,26, and 27 / 01/14
AnyCollege.com scholarship / General / $1,000 / Go to www.anycollege.net and click on the "Win a Scholarship" button that is located on the home page. After filling out a short application form, click on the "Submit Form" button, and you’re automatically registered. / 03/01 / http://www.anycollege.com
Armenian Genocide Scholarship Question / Competition is open to 9-12 grade students. / $1000.00 / An essay question competition which will award a $1000 scholarship to one Virginia high school student. / 04/01 / You may acquire information from a history teacher or guidance.
Awareness Garden Foundation Scholarship / Seniors whose lives have been impacted by cancer or wish to work in a cancer related field. / 1- $2500, 1-$5000 / Completed application, essay, SAT/ACT scores, and GPA. Must plan to attend an accredited two or four yr. college, university or technical school. / 03/01 / Applications available Jan. 15, 2009
http://www.awarenessgarden.com
AXA Achievement & Community
Scholarships / Seniors / Local-$2500
VA-$10,000
10 national- $25,000
Community-$2000 / ·  Ambition and drive
·  Determination to set & reach goals
·  Respect for self, family and community
·  Ability to succeed in college / 12/1 / www.axa-achievement.com
http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/community-scholarships.html
BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship / seniors / Up to $1000 / Entry form, min 3.0 GPA, 1 letter of recommendation, activities, transcript, and essay on “being a student of integrity”.
Selection based on leadership, service, integrity and essay. / 1/21 / Application online
www.vawest.bbb.org/scholarship
Best Buy Scholarships / Grades 9-12 / Solid grades, community service and/or work experience / 2/16 / www.at15.com
or
www.bestbut-communityrelations.com
Beta Chi Chapter of
Delta Kappa Gamma / Female
Teaching
Academics, Character, Need, Application / Female entering teaching profession $700 / Female entering teaching profession. Must provide 2 references, a biographical statement and transcript. / 04/04 / Application in guidance. Mail to: Evelyn T Whittler
2400 Riceville Rd,
Java, VA 24565
Must be RECEIVED by deadline.
Buick Achievers / Major in technology, engineering, design or business with interest in auto or related industry / 100(up to $25K per year) renewable / Academic achievement and financial need, •Participation and leadership in community and school activities, work experience •Special consideration will be given to the following applicants: first-generation college, female, minority, military veteran or a dependent of military personnel / 02/28 / www.buickachievers.com
Builders & Associates of Southern Virginia / No specific field of study. / Five (5) scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each / Seniors must have a need for monetary assistance. Academically qualified and some form of community service is desired. No specific field of study / 04/25 / Applications in guidance
Postmark Deadline
Burger King Scholars / 1/10 / www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/WhatWeDo/ScholarsProgram
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Scholarship / Must have a 3.0 GPA / 20- Merit-based scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each / Transcript, letter of recommendation from a teacher or school administrator and a completed student essay (see essay topics below) 1. What qualifies you for a scholarship to attend Presidential Classroom’s global Health and the Environment program and how would you use the tools learned in the future? 2. What are some of the public health problems facing your local community? What major health issue would you focus your attention on and why? 3. How will changes in our environment influence the way we address public health challenges in the future? / 03/30 / Pick up Information sheet in guidance.
Please send all additional application materials to:
Presidential Classroom
Attn: Scholarship Committee
119 Oronoco Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Cappex Scholarships / $1,000 / Seniors who plan to attend one of these fields: Business, Computers, Culinary Arts, Criminal Justice, Design, Digital Media, Fashion Design, Health Careers and Nursing, Photography, Video Games, and Psychology / 04/30 / http://www.cappex.com/msep/scholarships/
Cheerleading Scholarship Program / General / Thousands of
dollars
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ / ·  Any cheerleader in the ninth to 12th grade.
·  You currently don’t have to be cheering at your school
·  You only need high school cheer experience. / 03/01 / http://www.misscheerleaderofamerica.com/
Applications also in guidance.
Christopher W. Gunnell Memorial Scholarship / General / $250 / G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher, student must be in good standing, and requires a counselor’s signature. Must have participated in a sports team or other organized activity at Dan River High School. Graduating class of 2009 and obtain one recommendation from a DRHS administrator or teacher recommending the student for the scholarship. / 05/22 / Applications in Guidance.
Return to Guidance
Chums, Inc.
Danville Chapter / General
(Any field) / 2 (two) - $500 / Complete application, transcript, photo, essay on career plans and how they can benefit from the scholarship two letters of recommendations. / 04/15 / Applications in guidance. Received no later than 4/15 to:
Danville Chapter of Chums, Inc.
Scholarship Committee
218 Searcy St
Danville, VA 24541
Coca-Cola / General, high school senior, plan to attend a 2 yr. college. / Varies / Current students, as well as high school seniors, planning to attend a two-year degree granting institution in the fall are eligible to apply for one of (350) $1,000 scholarship awards. / 05/31 / Application must be completed online at
http://www.coca-colascholars.org
03/01 – 05/31
Colonial Officials Assn, Inc / 1 male
1 female / 05/06
Community Foundation Scholarships / general / Over $200,000 in scholarships awarded / Community Foundation Scholarships are listed on the board in guidance. There is only one application for them all, just check the boxes of the ones that you are interested in. / 02/26 / Applications online only
https://cfdrr.academicworks.com/
Danville Chapter of Links, Inc. / Merit Scholarships to be awarded to minority high school seniors attending an accredited post-secondary institution. Achievement and financial need will be considered. / N/A / All applicants should have at least a 2.5 GPA, pursue a bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, in an accredited four-year academic program. / 03/18 / Applications in guidance.
Danville Historical Society / For college book expenses / $250 / Typed 1000-1500 word essay topic
“There has been a recent trend towards preservation and restoration of historic buildings for modern use, yet the same attention has not been paid to historic sites. Why is it important to preserve the local historic sites in our communities? Which site(s) do you think is/are in danger of being lost, and is there anything that we, as a community, can do to save them?” / 06/30 / Postmark deadline.
Available in Guidance or http://danvillehistoricalsociety.org
Danville 40&8 Nurses Training Scholarship / Scholarship Grant in Nursing / N/A / Offered to graduates of local high schools in need of financial help in order to enter a nurses training program. This scholarship is for those students attaining Associate or Bachelor’s Degrees in Nursing ONLY. / Applications in guidance.
Danville
Pittsylvania Academy of Medicine Scholarship Fund / Any field of study / $500 / You will need to submit a sealed transcript, essay, SAT scores and two teacher’s recommendation (student rating form). / 04/15 / Applications in guidance.
Please return applications to Ms. Dean before the posted deadline, so that they can be reviewed.
DAR Good Citizen Award / Activities & Community Service resume
Statement of 4 qualities: dependability, service, leadership & patriotism
2 letters of recommendation
Later- Impromptu essay / 10/20 / Deadline 10/20 to Guidance
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Danville Alumnae Chapter / Female students / $1,000 / Transcripts, 3 recommendations, recent photo, tax return, & Max 1000 word Essay on the topic: “Why I Desire to Further My Education in College”.