Gram's Promise Scholarship

As in past years, Gram's Promise is looking forward to awarding the Elizabeth Ann "Libby" Frist Memorial Scholarship to deserving seniors in 2012. Maryland high school seniors who are tobacco-free and have demonstrated a commitment to anti-smoking advocacy are encouraged to apply. Last year, Gram's Promise awarded scholarships to students from six different schools. The application is also available at our website: http://www.gramspromisefoundation.org

Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship

The Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship applications advance through local, district and state competitions to reach the national competition.  Successful applicants demonstrate excellence in scholarship, leadership and have financial need in order to attend college.  Scholarship awards range from $4000 up to $60,000 (for 4 years).  Deadline is December 2, 2011.

U.S. Navy Wings Over America Scholarship

If your parent is currently serving or has served in the Navy in an aviation command (squadron, naval air station, carrier, etc.) you could be eligible to apply for a Wings Over America Scholarship.  Complete information and eligibility requirements are available online at http://www.wingsoveramerica.us/ - deadline for pre-qualification form is March 1, 2012; completed application deadline is April 1, 2012.

American Legion Oratorical Scholarship - "A Constitutional Speech Contest"

This scholarship is a unique opportunity for students grades 9-12 interested in government and U.S. History.  This contest consists of two parts:  the prepared oration and the assigned topic.  Students deliver an 8-10 minute prepared oration on some aspect of the U.S. Constitution with emphasis on the duties and obligations of a citizen to our government.  The assigned topic is a 3-5 minute discourse on some article or amendment to the Constitution.  Students compete locally, regionally, at the state level and at the national level and receive cash prizes up to $18,000!!!

To compete in the American Legion Oratorical Contest, see Ms. Nusser in the PHS guidance office.

AXA Achievement Scholarships

AXA Achievement Scholarship - due by December 1, 2011!!  A winner will be selected from every state; scholarships of $10,000 and $25,000!!

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship - due February 1, 2012!!  Up to 375 winners nationwide; scholarships of $2000!!

Are you active in your community?  Have you led a project that benefits others?  Have you overcome personal challenges? 

Learn more and apply online at http://www.axa-achievement.com/

BigSun Scholarship

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits.  An annual scholarship in the amount of $500.00 will be awarded to a deserving student athlete who will be going to college and who currently is involved in some sport at school or in the community.  The deadline for this scholarship is June 22, 2012.  To apply go to http://www.bigsunathletics.com/