GUIDANCE HAPPENINGS
PREBLE SHAWNEE HIGH SCHOOL
VOLUME 31, ISSUE 7 –March 6, 2013
REMINDER!!!! - Young men who turn 18 years of age are required by the United States government to sign up with the Selective Service within 30 days of your birthday. The Guidance Office can sign you up online. Stop by and take care of this today if it applies to you!!
ATTENTION STUDENTS!! MANY COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES NO LONGER PROVIDE “PAPER MATERIALS” FOR STUDENTS…..THEY CONTINUALLY ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO RESEARCH THEIR SCHOOLS ONLINE. THE GUIDANCE WEBSITE PROVIDES A LINK TO 100+ OHIO COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES AS WELL AS ALL FOUR MILITARY BRANCHES. GO TO PREBLE-SHAWNEE.K12.OH.US AND CLICK ON THE SCHOOLS TAB, THEN THE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL TAB, THEN OVER TO THE GUIDANCE HOME TAB. SCROLL DOWN THE PAGE TO SEE MANY SOURCES OF INFORMATION, SUCH AS LINKS TO THE ACT AND SAT WEBSITES, THE FAFSA WEBSITE AND THEN THE COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES AND THE MILITARY. THIS PAGE ALSO PROVIDES A LINK TO SEARCH COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES AND MAJORS THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. THIS IS A VERY GOOD TOOL FOR STUDENTS TRYING TO DECIDE ON THEIR FUTURE!!
COLLEGE FAIRS & WORKSHOPS
ATTENTION JUNIORS!
April 11, 2013 – Dayton Children’s Hospital will present “ Careers in Health Care: An Inside Look at Potential Jobs in the Health Care Field”. This is a great opportunity to listen to presentations by health care professionals, participate in small group discussion sessions and ask questions and get answers from the health care world. This will be held at Dayton Children’s from 9 am to 1 pm and lunch is provided. Space is limited, to reserve a spot call 1-937-641-4476 or email .
FUTURE COLLEGE AND MILITARY RECRUITER VISITS
Representatives will set up their table in the cafeteria during both lunches with info. about their school/military program. March 19th – Marines April 10th - Sinclair
ACT INFORMATION
The remaining ACT dates for the year are as follows:
April 13, 2013 deadline for regular signup is March 8………..…late signup until March 22, 2013
June 8, 2013 deadline for regular signup is May 3………………..late signup until May 17, 2013
Please note-late signups have an additional charge added to the test fee.
Also, all tests, except the February test, are given here at Preble Shawnee.
Our school code for the ACT is 360-730
COLLEGE VISITATION DATES
ATTENTION STUDENTS……THE MIAMI REGIONALS (MUM AND MUH) OFFER CAMPUS VISITS AT LEAST 3 DAYS EACH WEEK, BOTH DURING THE DAY AND IN THE EVENINGS. CHECK OUT THEIR WEBSITE AT regionals.MiamiOH.edu. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING A CAMPUS VISIT TO EITHER THE MIDDLETOWN OR HAMILTON CAMPUS.
COLLEGE INFORMATION
Bowling Green State University has provided information on various scholarship opportunities through their school. If interested in BGSU, stop in guidance for the information!
Manchester University in North Manchester Indiana has provided a packet of information for students interested in pursuing an education at a smaller university setting. Information is available about scheduling visits, various programs available and athletic opportunities. Stop in guidance for all the information!
Ball State University in Muncie IN will now accept students from Preble county and various surrounding counties at the Indiana tuition rate, you won’t pay out-of-state tuition! If interested in learning more about this program, stop in guidance.
Purdue University – Richmond campus, has provided information about the opportunities they offer. Stop in guidance if you are interested in this university.
POST-PAID CARDS/NEW INFORMATION/VIEWBOOKS AVAILABLE FOR COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES
Seton Hall University The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Bowling Green State University
Purdue University – Richmond Campus
LOCAL AND IN-STATE SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The Preble County College Club is again offering a one-time scholarship in the amount of $900.00 to a student interested in pursuing a college degree. The scholarship is based on financial need, ACTor SAT scores, academic achievement and extracurricular activities. Applications are available in the guidance office. The deadline for applications to be submitted is March 8, 2013.
Charles D. Murray Memorial Scholarship. These scholarships are each in the amount of $500.00 for students pursing education in either post secondary vocational or trade school related fields. Must be in the upper 25% of their class. Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline to return to guidance is
March 21, 2013.
Dale F. Koons Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $1000.00 available to any Preble County graduating senior. Must show financial need and demonstrate participation is extra-curricular activities, church and community affairs, and the qualifications that show he/she is striving to be successful. Applications in the guidance office. Deadline to return to guidance is March 21, 2013.
Patricia C. Brubaker Excellence in English Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $500.00 available to students who are advancing their education and have maintained a minimum B average in high school English and English related subjects. Applications available in the guidance office. Deadline to return to guidance is March 21, 2013.
Charles C. Friend Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $500.00 available to students interested in becoming a public school teacher either elementary or secondary. Students applying must be ranked in the upper 25% of their graduating class and show financial need. Must have been involved in extra-curricular activities and have shown in interest in becoming a successful teacher. Applications available in the guidance office. Deadline to return to guidance is March 21, 2013.
The Eaton Rotary Club is sponsoring a scholarship in the amount of $500 to a graduating senior in the top 20% of their class, who is going to an accredited institution after high school. Financial need is a basis of the decision as are participation in extra-curricular activities and community involvement. Applications are in the guidance office. Applications are due in the ESC from our school by March 21, 2013.
The Eaton- Preble County Chamber of Commerce Preble County Safety Council is again sponsoring a scholarship (amount to be determined) to a graduating senior to assist with college. Applications are in the guidance office lit rack. Deadline to return to guidance is March 21, 2013.
Are you a leader in and out of the classroom? Do you have at a least a 3.0 GPA and you plan to a college, university or a trade school? If so, you should apply for the Jack Cobb Leadership Award. Students who have exemplified leadership qualities in and out of school through student government, athletics, 4-H, the arts or civic organizations are considered for this award. Applications are available in guidance. Deadline to apply is March 22, 2013.
The Larry A. Hart Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $500 is again available to students graduating in 2013 and will be pursuing a degree in either the field of Natural Resources or Law Enforcement. Stop in the guidance office for an application….postmark deadline is March 15, 2013.
The Omicron Sigma Sorority of Eaton is offering scholarships to Preble County students. Amount has not been announced. Turn in the applications to guidance not later than March 15, 2013. Stop at the guidance office lit rack for an application.
Preble County Pork Festival Scholarship. This scholarship is available to graduating seniors from Preble County only in the amount of $500.00. It is a one-time award. Students applying must be enrolled in a 2 year or 4 year college/university and must present an acceptance letter before money is disbursed. You do not have to be a member of 4-H or FFA or any agricultural club to qualify. Preference will be given to students who have been involved in volunteerism with the Preble County Pork Festival. Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline to apply is March 30, 2013….however applications are due in our guidance office by March 27, 2013.
The Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools is offering for 2013 more than 400 scholarship opportunities…..over $1.6 million available! Logon on to www.ohiocareercolleges.org or cal 1-614-487-8180 for more information and to find out which schools participate. Packets are also available in the guidance office. Deadline to apply for scholarships is April 15, 2013.
MCCULLOUGH HYDE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AUXILIARY NURSING SCHOLARSHIPS -two $2500 scholarships will be awarded to applicants residing in the service area or McCullough Hyde. Requirements include: a completed application, official transcript through 1st semester of senior year, three letters of recommendation, copy of letter of acceptance from a school with an accredited nursing program and a personal essay. Deadline to apply is April 1, 2013. Applications are available in the guidance office lit rack.
In 2013 BioOhio will award 4 one-time $1,250 scholarships to high school seniors in an effort to encourage and advance bioscience-related education and career interests in Ohio. Requirements: To be considered for a scholarship, student must live in Ohio, be a senior or senior-equivalent in good standing, and plan to pursue bioscience-related studies in college (reference http://goo.gl/1xqdM for examples of bioscience-related degrees). Applications are available in the guidance office and must be postmarked by March 12, 2013: Application includes an essay, and 2 letters of recommendation. Students must be enrolling in an Ohio college or university.
Miami Regionals (MUM & MUH) have announced a new scholarship program. New, incoming first-year students who have an ACT score of 22 or above and a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher and have received no other scholarship of equal of greater value from Miami University will receive an automatic, one-time scholarship of $1, 000.00 if you apply by March 15, 2013.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION NATIONAL
Students please pay attention to the StudentScholarships.org attachment to this edition of the GH. These pages list many scholarship opportunities and the online links to find out more information and how to apply. Pay attention to requirements and application deadlines!
GOT MILK???? America’s Milk Processors are again offering their “got milk” “Scholars Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year” SAMMY Scholarship Award Program. Applications for this opportunity are accepted ONLINE ONLY at sammyapplication.com until March 18, 2013. For all official rules and requirements visit this same website.
The William D. Squires Educational Foundation, Inc. is again offering 12 scholarships to students who are going to college and have a definite financial need. Students must have a specific career goal, be highly motivated, have good character and show academic promise with a minimum 3.2 GPA. Applications are available at www.wmdsquiresfoundation.org. Postmark deadline is April 5, 2013.
The 2013 AES Scholarship application process is now underway! To be eligible go to http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm and answer one of the essay questions on the site. The scholarship of $500.00 will be awarded based on character as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted. Deadline for entry is October 4, 2013.
The creators of the “Student Award Search Aid” website are offering a new scholarship opportunity for
2012 graduates called the “B Davis Scholarship”. Visit the website, http://www/studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm to apply. The scholarship is in the amount of $1000.00. Details on qualification for the scholarship are on the website. The deadline to apply is May 27, 2013.
Attention high school seniors…………..US Bank will award forty $1000 scholarships in a random drawing…..no essays, no minimum GPA………..simply apply online at www.usbank.com/scholarship by March 31, 2013.
The BigSun Organization is again offering scholar athletes an opportunity to earn scholarship money. All student athletes are eligible, regardless of sport played. The scholarship is in the amount of $500 and an essay is required. Deadline to apply is June 21, 2013. Logon to www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply. This website also offers links to other scholarships for student athletes…..check it out!
CONTESTS/NOMINATIONS
Are you interested in math, science, or engineering? Want to check your potential for succeeding before you apply for college? If so, take the NEAS+--or the National Engineering Aptitude Search+ test. This test can be taken at Wright State University on various dates throughout the school year. Download a registration form at www.engineering.wright.edu.
The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation is offering an opportunity to win money for college……..Write a new profile in courage and possibly win up to $10,000.00. US high school students are invited to write an original essay on the political courage of a US elected official in order to compete for the scholarship. For more information on this contest, to register and to submit your essay online, go to the Profile in Courage Award program at www.jfklibrary.org.
TRADE SCHOOL/TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The Dayton Electrical JATC, Local 82 IBEW has information on how to become trained as a skilled electrical worker through their apprenticeship programs….stop in guidance for a copy of the brochure.
Information is available from the Plumbers, Pipe Fitters and MES Local Union 392 (JATC). They also offer an apprenticeship program for students interested in learning these trades, including welding. Stop in for information.
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
LIFEGUARDS WANTED!! The Farmersville/Jackson Township Swimming Pool is currently taking applications for lifeguards. You must be 16 years old by May 1, 2013 and have or are completing a lifesaving certificate. You must also have a first aid and CPR course by May 1, 2013. Apply at the Jackson Township office building. For more info. Call 1-937-696-3010. Deadline to turn in application is April 15, 2013. Stop in guidance for an info. flyer………Concession stand workers are also wanted, same deadline to apply, information is available in guidance and is attached to the lifeguard information.
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES
Logon to www.CollegeToolkit.com/10000 to apply for a new scholarship available to students age 14 and older who plan to attend college. Applicants must submit an essay on “Why do you want to go to college?”. Online applications are available now on the website.
Discover Colleges Inc. provides a free college information service as well as a $2500.00 college scholarship drawing. Logon to www.discovercolleges.com to request information and be automatically entered into the drawing.
Students………these college/scholarship search engines will link you to valuable opportunities for financing your college education!
www.collegeboard.org - College Board online www.nelliemae.org - Nellie Mae Scholarships
www.ed.gov - US Department of Education www.salliemae.org - Sallie Mae Scholarships
www.fastweb.com - Financial Aid Search www.fafsa.ed.gov - Federal Student Aid website