This is an extensive "pagent-like" competition for young women. Contestants are evaluated on the following: scholastics 20%; interview 25%; fitness 15%; talent 25%; and self expression 15%.
Winners from the Southern Maryland competition advance to the state level; all state winners compete in the National Finals in Mobile, Alabama.
The sign-up deadline is January 5, 2013 - the program is held February 23, 2013.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
B. Davis Scholarship
This is a $1000 essay scholarship open to juniors and seniors; the deadline is May 27, 2013.
In 1000 words or less: What would you consider to be the most important issue that society has to deal with in the next 10-20 years? Why?
Email entries to awards@studentawardsearch.com
For further information, please check B. Davis Scholarship or the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar room in guidance.
In 1000 words or less: What would you consider to be the most important issue that society has to deal with in the next 10-20 years? Why?
Email entries to awards@studentawardsearch.com
For further information, please check B. Davis Scholarship or the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar room in guidance.
Burger King Scholars
There are different scholarships to qualify for that range from $1000 to $50,000:
Burger King Employee-Based Track - you can be an employee of Burger King and earn a scholarship; applicants must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA on the 4.0 scale.
James W. McLamore "Whopper" Scholarship - applicants are evaluated on academic record (50%) and participation in school and community activities and work experience (50%); financial need will be considered; the minimum GPA required is an unweighted 3.3 GPA on the 4.0 scale; ACT composite score of 25 or a minimum SAT score of 1700
Applications are completed online at Burger King
The deadline is January 10, 2013.
Information is available online or in the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room in guidance.
Burger King Employee-Based Track - you can be an employee of Burger King and earn a scholarship; applicants must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA on the 4.0 scale.
James W. McLamore "Whopper" Scholarship - applicants are evaluated on academic record (50%) and participation in school and community activities and work experience (50%); financial need will be considered; the minimum GPA required is an unweighted 3.3 GPA on the 4.0 scale; ACT composite score of 25 or a minimum SAT score of 1700
Applications are completed online at Burger King
The deadline is January 10, 2013.
Information is available online or in the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room in guidance.
Monday, November 19, 2012
United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship
This is a $1000 scholarship awarded to Maryland students to attend the college or university of their choice. The application requires financial information, an essay, up to 5 letters of recommendation and student resume.
The application needs to be neatly handwritten or typed!! Here is the link: maryland JCI Foundation and click on the MD JCI Senate Foundation tab. Applications are also available in the AP Seminar Room scholarship drawer.
The deadline is December 10th.
The application needs to be neatly handwritten or typed!! Here is the link: maryland JCI Foundation and click on the MD JCI Senate Foundation tab. Applications are also available in the AP Seminar Room scholarship drawer.
The deadline is December 10th.
Hamilton Relay Scholarship
This is a $500 scholarship for seniors who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or who has difficulty speaking.
Applicants must write an essay and submit the application with one letter of recommendation by March 1, 2013.
Applications are available from Ms. Nusser in guidance.
Applicants must write an essay and submit the application with one letter of recommendation by March 1, 2013.
Applications are available from Ms. Nusser in guidance.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
This is a scholarship worth up to $1000 each year which requires an essay.
Full details are available at Abbott and Fenner
The deadline is June 14, 2013.
Full details are available at Abbott and Fenner
The deadline is June 14, 2013.
Big Sun Scholarship
This is a $500 scholarship for student athletes.
Information and application are available at BigSun Athletics
The deadline is June 21, 2012.
Information and application are available at BigSun Athletics
The deadline is June 21, 2012.
Maryland Mensa Essay Contest
This is a scholarship worth up to $1000 and is open for grades 9-12.
This year's application is online only. Students should go to Maryland Mensa for information and instructions and to apply.
The deadline for submissions is January 15, 2013.
This year's application is online only. Students should go to Maryland Mensa for information and instructions and to apply.
The deadline for submissions is January 15, 2013.
SMECO Scholarship
This is a $1500 scholarship for seniors based on scholastic achievement, financial need, and community and school involvement.
Seniors who live with parents or guardians who are SMECO customers are eligible to apply; proof of residence is required. A letter of acceptance, a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA, 2 letters of recomendation and an essay on the topic "why is a college education important to completing my lifetime goals?" are required.
The deadline is March 1, 2013. Applications are filed in the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room.
Seniors who live with parents or guardians who are SMECO customers are eligible to apply; proof of residence is required. A letter of acceptance, a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA, 2 letters of recomendation and an essay on the topic "why is a college education important to completing my lifetime goals?" are required.
The deadline is March 1, 2013. Applications are filed in the scholarship drawer in the AP Seminar Room.
Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships
The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) award more than 25 different scholarships to juniors and seniors for their outstanding academic achievements. DAR scholarships are offered for a wide range of disciplines including history, law, medical, nursing, music, education and many more. Each scholarship has its own requirements and procedures which must be followed to apply for the scholarship.
All applicants must be U.S. citizens attending a college or university in the United States.
To apply, see the necessary application forms with descriptions of the various scholarships in the AP Seminar Room scholarship drawer. They can also be downloaded from www.DAR.org
The deadline for all applications is February 15, 2013. Scholarship amounts vary.
All applicants must be U.S. citizens attending a college or university in the United States.
To apply, see the necessary application forms with descriptions of the various scholarships in the AP Seminar Room scholarship drawer. They can also be downloaded from www.DAR.org
The deadline for all applications is February 15, 2013. Scholarship amounts vary.
Carson Scholars Fund
This is a $1000 scholarship for students with a minimum 3.7 GPA in core subjects who are involved in service to the community. A nomination is required and only one student, grades 9-11, can be nominated. If interested, please come into guidance and speak to Ms. Nusser.
The deadline for the nomination is January 8, 2013.
The deadline for the nomination is January 8, 2013.
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