Charles Serabian Knights of Columbus Scholarship Program

This is a $1000 scholarship for seniors whose parent(s) or guardian(s) are registered parishioners of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church and/or members of Knights of Columbus Council 9258. The application must include your high school transcript, an autobiographical essay, letters of recommendation and your high school resume. This is a renewable scholarship! The deadline is April 15. For the application, visit the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room in Guidance or go to www.kofc9258.org.

Angie Houtz Memorial Fund

Angie Houtz was a victim of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the US. She was devoted to education and community service. This scholarship honors the commitment Angie had for community service and education. This scholarship is $3000! Applicants will have a 3.0 GPA, a commitment to community service and plan to attend a Maryland college. Apply online at www.theangiefund.com.

Calvert Association of Educational Support Staff Scholarship

If you are a senior attending college or other post high school education, and your parent works for the Calvert County Public Schools and is a member of the support staff union CAESS, this scholarship is for you! It is a $250 book scholarship. The application must include your high school transcript, two letters of recommendation and a 200 word essay entitled, "What Is Important to Me." The deadline is Friday, April 27, 2012; applications are in the scholarship drawer in Guidance.

Calvert Education Association Scholarship

This is a $2000 scholarship for a senior who plans to major in education either at the elementary or secondary level. The deadline for this application is Friday, April 27, 2012. A typed essay of no more than 250 words describing your commitment to becoming an educator, an official transcript, a copy of your letter of acceptance and a financial needs statement are required. The application is in the AP Seminar Room in Guidance.

Air Force Officers' Wives' Club Scholarship

Air Force dependent high school seniors are encouraged to apply. The application and scholarship guidelines are available at afowc.

AES Engineers Scholarship

The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing to support higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students. This scholarship requires an essay - the belief of AES Engineers is that achieving a high GPA should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. This award is worth $500 and the deadline is October 5, 2012. Information is available at AES Engineers.

Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program

Up to $1000 in scholarship monies will be awarded. An essay is required. Full details are available at Abbott & Fenner The deadline is June 15, 2012.

SYB Optimist Club of Lusby

The SYB Optimist Club of Lusby will award two $500 scholarships to seniors who have participated in an SYB sports program. These scholarships are 100% merit based and are awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement, school and community involvement. Financial need is not considered. The deadline is May 1, 2012. Applications are in the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room in Guidance.

Naval Officers' Spouses' Club of DC

Eligible candidates are seniors who are dependents of an active duty, retired or deceased US Navy service member and reside within the boundaries of Naval District Washington. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement, school and community involvement. Financial need is not considered. An essay of no more than 600 words is also required. Applications are available in the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room in Guidance. The deadline is April 1, 2012.

Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter Scholarship

Current high school seniors who will be attending Morgan State University this fall with at least a 2.5 GPA are eligible to apply for this $1000 scholarship. The application requires a high school resume,transcript and interview (held the week of April 23). Applications are available in the AP Seminar room in Guidance.

CSM Essay Contest for Girls 13 to 21

The College of Southern Maryland is sponsoring an essay contest for Girls ages 13 to 21. Essays should be biographies of contemporary women in STEM careers working in education, industry or government. Two winning entries will receive prizes values up to $250. A reception will be held to honor the winners on April 28th, 2012. The deadline for submission of the essay is April 7th. A submission consists of a completed application form, personal essay and biographical essay. For more information, visit: CSM girl's essay contest

The Baltimore-Washington Conference Scholarship

This scholarship program provides funds to help supplement financial needs for seniors attending college full time. The application and supporting materials including a pastor's statement will be accepted online only until the deadline of May 30, 2012. This scholarship is accessed at: Baltimore Washington Conference

MAHPERD Scholarship

Two $1000 scholarships will be awarded to seniors planning on majoring in the field of health education, physical education, recreation and physical activity or dance education.  

The deadline is April 7, 2012.

The application is available at http://www.mahperd.org/GrantsScholarships.aspx and in the scholarship drawer in Guidance.

Senatorial Scholarship

PLEASE APPLY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND A MARYLAND SCHOOL!

The Senator's office has contacted PHS guidance office to let us know they have received very few applications so far!

You must call the Senator's office and request that the application be mailed to your home; they will not fax it to me!  Call 1-800-492-7122 ext. 3673 or 301-994-2826 as soon as possible for the application.

The deadline is May 4, 2012.

AFCEA Southern Maryland Chapter

Three $1500 awards will be given for seniors majoring in the communications, electronics, math, engineering, computer and scientific disciplines.  Awards are based on academic achievement (3.25 GPA or higher), extra-curricular and community/civic activities, part-time work and letters of recommendation.

A 500 word essay on your educational and career goals must also be included.

The deadline is April 5, 2012.  This application is in the AP Seminar Room scholarship drawer.

Maryland Ready Mix Concrete Association

This is a $2000 scholarship for seniors planning to pursue a degree in concrete or the construction industry.

The deadline is May 1, 2012.

Applicants must submit their transcript and SAT scores, high school resume and be a resident of Maryland.

Calvert County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship

This is a $250 award guaranteed to one senior at PHS majoring in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship or a related field.

The deadline is March 30, 2012.

Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, submit a sealed official high school transcript, SAT scores, resume, 2 letters of recommendation and a 500 word personal statement/essay.

Delta Kappa Gamma Society

This is a $500 scholarship for education majors!

The deadline is April 16, 2012.

Applicants need their transcripts, 3 letters of recommendation, your high school resume and an essay about why you are interested in entering the field of education.