Maryland Multicultural Coalition 2018

This organization promotes and supports the education that is multicultural as a means of achieving the full academic potential of every learner in Maryland by sharing knowledge and resources, fostering appreciation of diversity and advocating for educational equity.

Requirements:

• Must be a resident of Maryland.
• Must intend to teach P-12 upon completion of undergraduate degree.
• Must have 3.4 GPA or higher.
• Proof that you have been accepted to a college and intend to studying teaching at that school.
• Two letters of recommendation required.

Applications can be found in the scholarship drawer in guidance

Deadline for this scholarship is April 2, 2018

The Northrop Grumman Scholars program

 The Northrop Grumman Scholars program will award an $8,000 scholarship over the course of four years ($2,000 per year with ongoing eligibility requirements) to one graduating high school student planning to pursue a degree in engineering at an institution of higher learning, in each Maryland County and Baltimore City. 

Attached is the brochure to distribute in your county.  Please have your high school guidance department distribute the brochures and publicize this opportunity to qualifying students.  Also, please advise if there are any internal communications or newsletter contacts to increase visibility of this opportunity for students.  

The application may be obtained online at http://www.northropgrumman.com/CorporateResponsibility/Community/Pages/engineeringscholars.aspx.  

The deadline for scholarship applications is February 4^th, 2018.

Jackie Robinson Foundation

Encourage Your Students to Apply for the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship We are pleased to inform you that the online application for the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is now available at www.jackierobinson.org. The JRF application is the vehicle through which more than 4,000 talented young minority high school students apply to become JRF Scholars and carry on the civic-minded legacy of the Foundation’s namesake, Jackie Robinson.  The deadline to submit the application for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is February 1, 2018 by 5:00 pm ET.

Aspiring Nurse Scholarship

Scholarship amount: $1,000 

We will award this scholarship to the applicant who best demonstrates:

+ A track record of academic excellence, particularly in science and mathematics

+ A passion for the nursing profession and the overall field of healthcare

This scholarship competition is open to all high school seniors who plan to pursue college education in nursing, including LPN / LVN, ADN, and BSN programs. 

Deadline: midnight on August 31, 2018.

Interested students may visit https://www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com and click the banner on the right-hand side of the website's homepage. Here they'll find detailed scholarship information and the official application form.

American Legion

Deadline for this scholarship is: March 31, 2018


Up to $4,000 in scholarships to qualified applicants!

This scholarship is local and you must be a child, grandchild or ward of an honorably discharged service person, MIA,POW,KIA, killed on active duty or current member of the US Armed Forces or the parent, grandparent or guardian must be a current or past member of the American Legion Post #274 in Lusby.

Must be admitted to college or university and taking at least 12 credits or attend a vocational or technical school.

Application packets with more information, can be found in the career/college room in the scholarship drawer.

AES Scholarship - 2018

AES Scholarship Renewed  -  2018

The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students.  This award is available to all students, regardless of their field of study.

To be eligible the student needs to answer the essay question in 500-1000 words: 

When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?

We are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted.

Amount of award:   $500.00
Deadline for entry: October 6, 2018

Submit essay to: scholarships@aesengineers.com

Be sure to include your full name as well as the name of the school you are attending this year and your plans for next year.

Further information, including previous winners, and more scholarships, is available on our web site at:  http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

Maryland State Society Daughters of the American Revolution

The Maryland State Society Daughters of the American Revolution will be awarding $1000 scholarships to Maryland residents. A 3.0 GPA is expected as well as goals toward attending an Associates or Bachelor's degree. This is a renewable scholarship. The application process includes the completion of the application as well as other required including 3 letters of recommendations from a teacher, School Counselor, Principal, or Coach, volunteer work in the community as well as being an active member in a group such as scouts, yearbook, church etc.

The application is available in the seminar room in the scholarship drawer in the guidance office or see your counselor for more details!

Deadlines; Submit to sponsor by January 15 and to State Chairman by January 31

Towson UTeach

The Kahlert Foundation Scholarship for Towson UTeach(Hih School Students) supports the academic achievement of Maryland high school students who enroll at Towson University to pursue teaching certification in secondary school science of math.

Award:

• Total amount is up to $4,000
• initial award of $1,000 in the fall of 2018  

Eligibility:

• Maryland Resident
• combined high school gpa of 3.25 unweighted 
• enroll at Towson as a full time student (12+ credits)
• declare major of teaching in a science or math

Deadline: December 1, 2017

to do online application go to google and type in "Kahlert Foundation Scholarship for Towson UTeach" and click on the "PDF" link. then scroll and click "online application"

AXA Achievement Scholarships

AXA Achievement Scholarships

AXA Achievement Scholarship - due by December 15, 2017!!  A winner will be selected from every state; scholarships of $2,500, $10,000 and $25,000!!  

Only the first 10,000 applications with be accepted
Learn more and apply online at http://www.axa.com/achievers

Maryland JCI Senate Scholarship

Maryland JCI Senate Scholarship

Each year the Maryland JCI Senate awards two $500 Scholarships to deserving seniors from Maryland high schools.  The Maryland winners are chosen based on merit and need.  The applications of the two Maryland winners are then forwarded to the US JCI SENATE FOUNDATION for consideration for a $1000 Scholarship.

Information, applications, and instructions for these scholarships are located at the UNITED STATE JCI SENATE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION website at usjcisenate.org

Applications can also be found in the Guidance office in the career room's scholarship drawer.

Deadline: January 5, 2018       

Tri - County Maryland Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. "Dr. Elvear B. Johnson" Scholarship 2018

Tri - County Maryland Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

"Dr. Elvear B. Johnson" Scholarship 2018





$500.00 scholarship reward

Application deadline: March 30, 2018

Scholarship Criteria -

•  Reside or attend a public school in the tri-county area
• Be a high school senior
• Demonstrate community or extracurricular involvement
• be accepted by or planning on attending an accredited 4 year college or university as a full time student.
• Plan on pursing a major in one of the following areas" education, science, technology, engineering or math.
• Complete the application as instructed.

 Application packet can be found in the scholarship drawer in guidance scholarship room



BigSun Scholarship 2018

BigSun Scholarship

The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.

Deadline        -  June 19, 2018   

Amount of Award  -        $500.00

Please visit their website at http://www.bigsunathletics.com

Student Scholarships

Studentscholarships.org provides many different scholarships. Please do not give any personal information to these scholarships without consulting your parent first.

B. Davis Scholarship

“B. Davis Scholarship”

The creators of the “Student Award Search Aid” website are offering a scholarship for 2018.

DEADLINE: May 22, 2018
AWARD VALUE: $1,000

This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution.

• There is no age restriction
• Be sure to include your name and the school you are attending this year and next
• This is not an academic scholarship but we would like to know where you are going to school now and what your future academic plans are.
  
  Please do not send transcripts or letters of recommendation at this time.

See website below for the application and other information.

http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

Please see Ms. Ryon if you need help with this application and the website.

Maryland Farm Bureau 2018 Scholarship

 Deadline: February 1, 2018 no later than 4:00 pm

The Maryland Farm Bureau will be offering 5 scholarships worth $2,000 each. Applicants or their parents/guardians MUST be members of the Farm Bureau. Three of the scholarships will be offered to agricultural Curriculum majors and two scholarships will be offered to non-agricultural or agricultural curriculum majors.

Requirements:

• a current photo
• An essay on "with 3 to 5 generations removed from the farm, how do you see your role as an advocate for agriculture to minimize the knowledge gap between farmers and consumers and promote a more positive image for agriculture?"

Applications will be available in the scholarship drawer in the College room in the Guidance office.

Welcome to the School year 2017-2018!!!

Welcome to the School year PHS students. Many of you will be accessing this blog as you begin your college application process. On this blog, I will highlight scholarships that you may apply to for the school year of 2017- 2018 by either clicking on the link in a blog entry or being directed to our college/career room where the scholarship drawer is located.

Happy scholarship hunting!

SMECO Scholarship

Deadline: April 12, 2019

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) will select seven high school seniors in their service area to interview and possibly receive $1500 scholarships based on scholastic achievement, financial need, and community and school involvement.  


Applicants must include...

• Proof of residency 
• A letter of acceptance to a college or technical school
• A Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA
• A one page essay, typed, double-spaced titled "Why Is a College Education Important to Completing my Lifetime Goals"
• Two letters of reference (minimum)

Applicants must also have a minimum 3.0 GPA.


Applications are available in the Guidance College Career Room Scholarship Drawer, or at   https://www.smeco.coop/community/schools/scholarships

UNIGO Scholarships

Still needing money for college? Check out the website below for a variety of scholarships that may be right for you.


Visit unigo.com for interesting scholarships.

Beach Elementary School Scholarship

Deadline for this application is May 10, 2017



Beach Elementary  School PTA  will offer a $500.00 scholarship to a student who attended Beach Elementary School.

Applications will be evaluated on the basis of the students' academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, community involvement and an essay.



Please pick up an application in the scholarship drawer in the seminar room in guidance.

The Delta Kappa Gamma Society Epsilon chapter of Alpha Beta State Scholarship

Deadline: May 1, 2017

This scholarhip is being offered to a student who is planning on attending a Maryland state school and pursing a career in the field of education.

Two letters of recommendations required as well as a transcript.

$1000.00 for the winner
$700.00 for the alternate

Pick up an application in the scholarship drawer located in the guidance career/college room.

Patuxent High School PTSA Scholarship

Deadline for this scholarship is April 21, 2017 at 2:30pm

This scholarship can be awarded to any student at PHS who is a PTSA member. You must be a member for at least 2 consecutive years.

The following must be provided:

• Transcript
• SAT/ACT scores
• Coy of SAR from FAFSA
• Resume
• Letters of recommendation
• Student Essay/personal statement

Applications can be picked up guidance in career and college room in the scholarship drawer.

Any high school senior can apply for this $500.00 scholarship to be used for an accredited institution which provides a two or four year program of studies or vocational training.

Applicants will be judged on the following criteria:

1. Leadership in the community and school activities
2. the content of a personal resume
3. Academic record (transcript, SAT scores)
4. Need for financial assistance
5. Evaluation by a school official (Principal of School Counselor)
6. Organization, appearance and completeness of the application.

A $5,000 winner and a $2,500 winner will be chosen from all local winners.

Deadline for this application is March 9, 2017 turned into your School Counselor.

Central Scholarships

Scholarships for Graduating HS Seniors!

The scholarships highlighted below are just a few of those available for graduating high school seniors who meet Central Scholarship's General Eligibility Requirements. Central Scholarship awards $1,000,000 to Maryland residents each year for college and career training.

Forest Park High School Alumni Scholarship    Who should apply? Graduating seniors from Forest Park High School planning to attend an accredited U.S. college or university.    The BGE Scholars Program  Who should apply? Graduating H.S. Seniors, and current undergraduate and career training students, with a commitment to community service. Students must also be a BGE customer, or a dependent of a BGE customer.   NO UPPER INCOME LIMIT!       Chernak Family Scholarship   Who should apply? Students pursuing undergraduate degrees in education at accredited U.S. institutions.     Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Alumni Scholarship    Who should apply? Graduating seniors from Baltimore Polytechnic Institute planning to attend an accredited U.S. college or university.   Woodlawn High School Alumni Scholarship Who should apply? Graduating seniors from Woodlawn High School planning to pursue an associate's or bachelor's degree in art-related fields at accredited U.S. colleges or universities.       * One application *  * Over 80 Scholarship Programs * Deadline: April 3rd, 2017 at 11:59 pm   APPLY HERE

Concerned Black Men of Calvert County Scholarship

Deadline April 29, 2020

This is a $1000 scholarship awarded to African American students who have a minimum 2.0 or better GPA over the last two (2) years of high school.  This scholarship can be renewed if the student maintains a "B" average during freshman year of college.

Applicants must provide letter(s) of acceptance; three (3) letters of recommendation (2 academic and 1 community); high school resume; brief essay; a wallet sized picture and a high school transcript.

Criteria for Selection:

1. Financial/economic need
2. Character and Conduct
3. Participation in school and community Activities
4. Attributes in school and community activities
5. Academic Achievements
 6.Goals and objectives of the student
7. Responsibility

The American Legion Scholarship

Deadline for this scholarship is: March 31, 2017


Up to $4,000 in scholarships to qualified applicants!

This scholarship is local and you must be a child, grandchild or ward of an honorably discharged service person, MIA,POW,KIA, killed on active duty or current member of the US Armed Forces or the parent, grandparent or guardian must be a current or past member of the American Legion Post #274 in Lusby.

Must be admitted to college or university and taking at least 12 credits or attend a vocational or technical school.

Needed:  Transcript, autobiographical essay and copy of Form 214 - discharge papers or Post #274 membership status.

Applications are available in the career/college room in the scholarship drawer.

Sabre STEM Scholarship

Application due date: May 1, 2017



Sabre STEM Scholarship Program The Sabre Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Scholarship is designed to support graduating high school seniors planning to further their education in one of the STEM disciplines. Through the STEM scholarship program, Sabre is doing its part to help build a competitive workforce of scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians in order to sustain our growing global economy and to meet the increasing demands of the 21st century.

Sabre will award four (4) $1,500 non-renewable scholarships to high school seniors that meet

Applications for the 2017 Sabre STEM scholarship will be accepted through May 1, 2017.  

For further information please visit our website: http://www.sabresystems.com/about/corporate-giving under the Science, Technology, Education, Mathematics (STEM) Education section.  The website includes the attached documents that we ask you to post in a location at your school where students can be made aware.

Information about this scholarship is in the scholarship drawer in the career/college room in guidance.

Southern Maryland Chain Chapter - The Links Incorporated

Three to six scholarships to college bound seniors in the tri-county area. $500.00 or $1,000 scholarships awarded.

Scholarship opened to seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, a social commitment to community service, the potential for leadership and the need for a financial source to help with college expenses.

Applications and descriptions of the scholarship are available in the scholarship drawer in the seminar room in Guidance.

Deadline: April 1, 2017

Optimist Club Of Calvert Career/Vocational/Technical Scholarship

 This award must be used for advanced training at any trade school or community college that is approved by the Optimist Club.

Applicants will be judged on character, citizenship ad scholastic ability. Financial need as well as thoughtfulness in completing the application will be also be considered.

Applications can be picked up in the scholarship drawer in the seminar room in Guidance.

Deadline - April 15, 2017

Calvert Optimist College Scholarship

Deadline for this scholarship is April 15th , 2018

The Optimist Club of Calvert gives two annual scholarship awards for Calvert County seniors. First place winner will receive $8000.00 over four years. (Knapp Scholarship) and second place winner will receive $6000.00 over four years.

Applicants will be judged as to qualities of character, citizenship and scholastic ability.

Pick up this application in the scholarship drawer in college and career room in guidance.

29th District Senatorial Scholarship Program

29th District Senatorial Scholarship Program

Deadline for this scholarship is: March 30th, 2017

This scholarship is a need based scholarship.

• The Federal Student Aid Report (FAFSA) (SAR) is used as a basis for determining eligibility.Please see your School Counselor if you need assistance with the FAFSA.  
• You must be a resident of the 29th district and plan on attending a Maryland college or university.
• A transcript, SAT scores and a copy of the Student Aid Report are required with the application. 
• Two 100 word essays are required for this scholarship,

Applications can be found in the Guidance office in the college/career room in the scholarship drawer.

Port Tobacco Players Memorial Scholarship

Due Date for this scholarship is May 1, 2017


The Port Tobacco Players is offering two (2) $1000.00 Lillian Medas Memorial Scholarships to college bound high school seniors involved in the performing arts.  Applicants must have a 3.0 average and be involved with community service.

Scholarship details as well as the application are available at:
 http://www.ptplayers.com/ptp-memorial-scholarship-award.html

  Or find paper copies in the scholarship drawer in the college and career room in guidance.

Calvert Local Scholarship Application - NOW AVAILABLE

Deadline for this scholarship is March 15, 2017 - School Counselor will collect the application on due date


If you are a senior, you should be looking at this scholarship application. There are a variety of different local scholarships. Local meaning Calvert County. Your chances of obtaining one or more of these scholarships is greater because you are only in competition with students at PHS and the other 3 high schools. Don't miss out.

If you would like more information and help with this scholarship, plan on coming to the guidance career room on January 27th during A and B lunch for assistance.

You can review and access the scholarship application and information on the website below or pick up a paper application in the scholarship drawer in the college/career room in guidance.

http://somdcan.org/calvertlsa/LSA scholarship 



SPECIAL NOTE: On Wednesday, February 1st, in the college and career room in guidance there will be the first of 2 workshops to help students complete this scholarship. If you are a senior, please plan on attending.

Delegate Gerald "Jerry" Clark Scholarship

All applications must be received by April 15th, 2017

Must be a resident of District 29C for your application to be processed. A completed FAFSA and an official transcript are also required. A committee from the Delegate's office will determine from the applications how this money will be dispersed. 

Who may apply: Current high school seniors and full-time or part-time, degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students. Students attending a private career school may also apply.

You and your parents (if you are a dependent student) must be Maryland residents. You must enroll at a two-year or four-year Maryland college or university as a full-time (12+ credits per semester) or part-time (6-11 credits per semester), degree-seeking undergraduate or graduate student, or attend certain private career schools.

Applications are available in the scholarship drawer in the seminar room in guidance.

American Society of Military Comptrollers - Southern Maryland Chapter

Application Deadline: April 14, 2017


This Chapter is offering scholarship awards for those high school seniors getting ready to pursue a degree in business or finance related degrees. If chosen for this scholarship, seniors also have the opportunity to apply for national scholarships.

Students must:

- Be a senior living in the tri-county area
- Major on business or finance
- Have 3 letters of recommendations
- Must be in good standing at your school.
- Have been accepted to a college at the time of application deadline.

An interview with the scholarship committee is required as well as agreeing, if given this local scholarship, to go on to the national scholarship.

Locally, this scholarship is worth $500.00. Nationally, scholarships can range from $1,000-$3,000.


Applications are available in the scholarship drawer in the seminar room located in Guidance.

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship PRogram

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program

Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 10^th year.

We will be awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.

Scholarship Deadline   -  June 12, 2017.

Application Process

Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site:  http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

Full details are available on our site.

Deb Sheftz Memorial Scholarship

Deadline for this scholarship is April 3, 2017

Amount of award is $2500


This is a special scholarship only for Patuxent High students. Ms. Sheftz died on December 6, 2014 unexpectedly. Ms. Sheftz was influential to many students throughout her career, especially here at Patuxent as a history teacher. She was committed to addressing the issues of inequality and social injustice rather than ignoring them. Ms. Sheftz looked for the best in all, whether it be her students, friends or strangers and encouraged everyone to strive to be their best selves. This scholarship was created to help a PHS student, who wants to be an instrument of positive change and fight against injustice, to attend college and be a positive influence on the world.

Requirements to apply:

1. Must be a PHS student
2. Acceptance to a college prior to award being given
3. Commitment to social justice and improving the world.
4. An essay or original work addressing given social justice issues.
5. A recommendation letter from a teacher.

Applications can be found in the guidance office in the college/career room in the scholarship drawer.

NEW UNCF STEM Scholarship for High School Seniors

PROGRAM BENEFITS INCLUDE:

Tiered tuition scholarships up to a total of $25,000

·         $2,500—freshmen and sophomores academic years

·         $5,000—juniors and seniors academic years

·         An additional $5,000—fifth-year students

·         A $5,000 internship stipend for a STEM-related project

Participation in:

·         K-12 STEM Summer Institute (pre-college orientation)

·         UNCF Student Tech Empowerment Workshop

Career-development support:

·         Mentoring, training and education

·         Access to entrepreneurial training in launching new tech ventures through a competitive venture accelerator program.

General Eligibility: African American; 3.0 GPA; high school senior entering U.S.-accredited college or university Fall 2017; Demonstrated unmet or financial need; U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident

Apply online: UNCF.org/STEMSCHOLARS

Deadline: February 23, 2017, 11:59 PM EST

Maryland Emergency Management Association 2017 Student Scholarship Program

Due Date for this scholarship application is: April 1, 2017.


The MDEMA is offering a $1,000 scholarship available to students in the Southern Maryland area. (area 5).

Scholarships will be awarded based on the quality of the applicant's essay, completion of the local emergency management contact form, community involvement,student records, GPA financial need and personal references.

Application available in the scholarship drawer in the guidance office.

Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Scholarships

Deadline: April 3, 2017 for both scholarships listed below

Dorothy Marvil Memorial Scholarship worth $3,000

Qualifications for this scholarship include:

-Must be a member of the Credit Union
-Minimum GPA of 2.75



Business Management and Finance Scholarship worth $500.00

Qualifications include:

-Must be a member of the Credit Union.
-Graduating senior who has completed the Business Management and Finance program.
- Currently enrolled in or has completed an approved internship.

Please click on the link below for application instructions.

https://www.esfcu.org/2017scholarships

Foundation Announces 2017
$12,000 Credit Union Scholarship Program

Could you use help with college or trade school tuition? Are you a member of a Maryland or District of Columbia-based credit union and entering your freshman through senior year of college or trade school?

The $12,000 Credit Union College Scholarship Program is underway now! Eligible credit union members may apply for one of ten $1,000 essay-based scholarships, one $1,000 video-based scholarship, and/or one $1,000 photo-based scholarship.  And yes, eligible members may apply in all three categories!

Deadline for applications is March 31, 2017. Awards will be announced in May 2017.