Scholarships

AMERICA’S FARMERS GROW AG LEADERS - $1,500 scholarship sponsored by Monsanto Company for students interested in pursuing a career in agriculture. FFA membership is not required. Applicants must have a minimum 2.5. GPA. For more information, and to submit an online application, visit www.growagleaders.com. Application deadline is February 1, 2014.

 

FORGIVABLE EDUCATION LOANS FOR SERVICE - Program that provides funding for North Carolina students pursuing degrees leading to careers in areas with critical need, such as nursing, teaching or allied health fields. Students may apply online atwww.CFNC.org/fels. Application deadline is April 1, 2014.

GE-REAGAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – Several $10,000 scholarship awarded to graduating seniors based on strong academics, leadership, integrity, and citizenship. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and plan to attend a 4-year college or university next fall. Applications must be submitted online at http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx.Application deadline is January 9, 2014.

HAYES YOUNG ARTIST COMPETITION - Scholarship competition for the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University. Winner receives a four-year award totaling $30,000. For requirements and audition dates, visit www.music.appstate.edu/prospective-students.

HERFF-JONES BELIEVE IN YOU SCHOLARSHIP – Minimum $2,000 scholarship awarded to a graduating senior. One student may be nominated to compete. Preliminary applications are available in the counseling center. Application deadline is December 10, 2013.

JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP – JRF awards several scholarships of up to $7,500/year to minority students who aspire to attend a 4-year college or university. Applicants must show leadership potential, demonstrate dedication to community service, have financial need, and have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 (critical reading and math), or ACT composite score of 21. Applications are submitted online at http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/programs.php. Application deadline is February 15, 2014.

NATIONAL FFA COLLEGIATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – Students interested in a career in agriculture can apply for a variety of scholarships through a single application. Not all scholarships require FFA membership. For more information, and to submit the online application, visit https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx. Application deadline is February 1, 2014.

READ INTO THE FUTURE BOOK SCHOLARSHIP – Sponsored by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. One $500 scholarship awarded to any minority graduating high school senior planning to attend a 2-year or 4-year college. Applications are available in the counseling center, or at www.chixizeta.com.  Application deadline: January 10, 2014.

 AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP - $10,000 - $25,000 scholarship to seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community, and the workplace.  Information and application can be found at http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html. Application deadline December 15th^.  Apply early!! If 10,000 applications are received before Dec. 15^th, the application period will automatically close.

BBB TORCH SCHOLARSHIP – Essay contest sponsored by the Better Business Bureau open to college bound juniors and seniors. Essay topic: “How can ethical businesses utilize social media to reach younger demographics?” Awards vary from $1,000 - $2,000. For guidelines, visit http://easternnc.bbb.org/torch-scholarship/. Submission deadline: December 2, 2013.

 ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION – Sponsors the Most Valuable Student Competition and the Legacy Award. Most Valuable Student: Four-year scholarships ranging from $1,000 - $15,000. Students do not need to be related to a member of the Elks to apply. Applications must be submitted to the local Elks lodge by December 6, 2013. Students can access the  application from the ENF website atwww.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm.

Legacy Awards: $1,000 renewable scholarship available for high school senior who is the child or grandchild of a living Elk who joined the order prior to April 1, 2011. Students must submit the online application by January 31, 2014. Apply online at:  www.elks.org/enf/scholars/legacy.cfm.

10 Essential College Truths

10 Essential College Truths.

Some people have a harder time with the transition to college than others.
College is going to be a rough ride for those of you who have not come to terms with certain essential truths, so I'm here to lay some of them out for you. This is probably applicable for the rest of life for the most part as well,but I think it definitely begins to come into play during college. This is part one of a series.

1 . You do not know anything. I'm not joking about this. High school is when you learn everything and college is when you learn you do not know anything. Your textbooks are being revised every year. You get to the level of science classes where they have literally discovered and rewritten parts of your textbooks. The Pluto not being a planet anymore thing? Remember how earth-shaking that was? Happens all the time. College is less about  knowing your whole textbook and more about realizing how much more there is to learn and how ever-changing the nature of knowledge is.

2 . Even so, your classes will often be outdated. Most classes are still based off of you having to actually remember and know things. The fact is, in the real world, you will have to understand concepts and have a strong and broad overview of many topics, but most things can be solved by google and critical thinking in the real-world. You will have calculators and the internet and probably a smartphone instead of having to have an encyclopediac knowledge of your field. This is not true of your tests. Good luck.

3 . Most of your grades will be based on 2 exams and a couple papers. You will be used to having a lot of homework and participation type-grades to fluff your grades. You will rarely have such luxuries in college. Fail one exam? Get ready to fight to the death for a C.

4 . People do not wash their hands as often as you want them to. Beware. Carry hand sanitizer and wash your  hands. Dorms are cesspools. You almost definitely will get some form of sickness in your first couple months of school due to the new environment and the proximity to new people's germs.

5 . Some people are not worth your time. Learn who is and who isn't early on. Evaluate the people in your life every once in a while and decide whether or not they are worth the esteem you give them. Sometimes it changes. By the same token, not everyone is going to like you and not everyone is going to make you a priority.

6 . First impressions and instincts are important but not everything. Remember that first impressions are only first impressions, but your instincts will pick up on information you don't consciously process. If something doesn't feel right, especially if you are alone, do not put up with the situation. 

7 . Everyone changes in college. Yes, even you. This is very much a result of how and with whom you spend your time. Expose yourself to as much diversity as possible. Once again, it is very important who you spend your time with. They will shape your values and ideas and challenge the ones you have already established.

8 . You will make mistakes. Get over it. It is going to happen You're going to make a fool of yourself. Someone will over react to something you did. Things will get blown out of proportion. That doesn't make things your fault and you are not responsible for anyone's actions but your own. Own up to mistakes and let go.

9 . Mental health issues are common. They are extremely common. Anxiety in particular is on the rise. It's not a big deal to ask for help. It's not uncommon for you to find out about a friend having issues or for you to experience new issues at college age. The main thing is not to be free of mental health issues, it's to manage them when and if they arise. Take care of yourself and your friends. Don't make it a bigger deal than it is but take it seriously. 

10 . You will not wake up as early for classes in college as you managed to do for high school. It's just a fact. Anything before 11am will be a struggle, especially if you want breakfast. 6:30 was a fine time to start the day in high school. It is not in college but for a very select few.

  

http://www.harperhoney.com/2013/04/10-essential-college-truths.

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Financial Aid Night

Nash Community College will host a consolidated workshop for our students, as well as students from NCHS, SNHS, ECHS, NNHS & RMSH. The event will be held on January 22, 2014.  MARK YOUR CALENDAR!!!  It will be in Brown Auditorium – Business & Industry Center beginning at 6:30pm. Please plan to attend. Some great information about how to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be shared.

Scholarships

Wells FargoCollegeSteps Sweepstakes

Enroll at wellsfargo.com/collegesteps- winners are chosen throughrandom drawings giving you a chance to win $1000. A total of 100 $1000 prizes will be awarded to high school students.

Universityof South Carolina Scholarships for Nonresidents

Students who apply by December 1 will be considered for all meritawards with the exception of the Alumni Scholars, the McNair and the Horseshoe scholarshipawards- deadline11/15/2013.

Alumni- $5000 annually plus tuition reduction. SAT average- 1466and/or ACT 33

McNair Scholars- $15,000 annually plus tuition reduction

Horseshoe Scholars- $11,000 annually plus tuition reduction

40 of these top awards are given annually. Students mustparticipate in a scholarship weekend ( March 1-3, 2014). Last year, McNair andHorseshoe Scholars had an average CR/Math SAT score of 1507 and/or an ACT scoreof 34. Recipients also qualify for the instate tuition rate.

Cooper Scholars- $4000 annually plus tuition reduction- Avg SAT of 1451 or ACT of 33

McKissick Scholars- $2000 annually plus tuition reduction- Avg SAT of 1355 or ACT of 30

Woodrow Scholars and Sims Scholars- $500 annually plustuition reduction- Avg SAT of 1270 for Woodrow and 1249 for Sims or ACTof 28

2014 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

Exceptional student leaders are invited to apply for the 2014 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program

Website:  http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx.  In honor of the legacy and character of President Ronald Reagan, this program annually rewards up to 20 college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarships (up to $40,000 per recipient).  

     Like President Reagan, candidates use the formative experiences of their youth to lead, serve, and pursue a life of progress, both individually and for their communities.  Help put promising young leaders in the running for this prestigious award.  Share this news with scholars who exemplify these characteristics inside and outside the classroom and encourage them to apply.  You also may download a program flyer. 

     Applications for the GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program will be accepted online until January 9, 2014.  Additional information, eligibility requirements, and a link to the application are available online.  You may also follow us on Facebook. We look forward to honoring your young leaders next spring.

     Erin Korsvall, Program Officer, GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program     Applicants who have questions about the application process may contact the program’s administrator, Scholarship Management Services, at ge-reagan@scholarshipamerica.org. 

Forgivable Education Loans for Service (FELS)

This program provides fundingfor NC students pursuing degrees in areas with critical need, such as: Nursing,teaching, allied health fields and medicine. The FELS application and program information will be available inNov.2013 at www.CFNC.org/FELS. The priority deadline for submitting the FELS application is April 1, 2014.