Coast Central Credit Union Scholarship

Deadline: March 16, 2012

Are you planning on going to CR, Humboldt State, Shasta Community College or Chico State University? Then this scholarship might be for you!

A total of thirteen scholarships may be awarded to qualified applicants , based on their academic record. Serious consideration will be given to those students who have demonstrated a commitment to education, either through outstanding academic performance OR through consistent improvement as well as financial need. These scholarships have a potential value of $4,000 over the course of four years!

Qualifications:

• Graduating senior from a high school in Humboldt, Del Norte or Trinity county
• Must apply and be accepted to College of the Redwoods, Humboldt State University, Shasta Community College or Chico State University as a full-time student for the fall semester (12 units or more)
• Must have a high school grade average of "C" or better

Applications are available in the Counseling office scholarship box, come by and pick one up today!

Don't miss the deadline on this great local scholarship.

Scholarships Due March 1, 2012

Scholarships Due: March 1, 2012

We have a few scholarships that are due tomorrow, March 1, 2012 so check them out and if you're interested, get your application ready and submitted!

Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarships:

Applications for the Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarships are available both in the Counseling office and on-line. These scholarships range from $500-$5,000 and are due March 1, 2012. There are two different scholarships available.

Scholarships will be awarded to students graduating from public or private high schools in California, Nevada, and Klamath Falls, Oregon. Applicants must be wholly or partly of Italian ancestry. Selection will be based on scholastic record, activities evidencing leadership, financial need, written personal goals statement, Essay of Italian Origin, and letters of recommendation.

Applications for the Italian Language Study Grant must be submitted separately, including being placed in a separate envelope, from any application for a college scholarship. For the Italian Language Study Grant, applicants must also have completed a foreign language course in high school.

You can pick up an application in the Counseling office or you can go online at the link below:

Sons of Italy Western Federation

You can check the scholarship box when you pick up your applications. They are starting to arrive in the office so check the box often (and this blog) so you don't miss out on any of them!

CSF Application Deadline

Deadline: March 16, 2012

If you are interested in applying for CSF membership the deadline is Friday, March 16, 2012. If you need an application, they are available in the Counseling Office. You will also need to  have a copy of your grades. Turn your application, copy of your grades and $4.00 in to the Finance Office.

CSF does quite a bit of service in the community so if this is something  you are interested in, come to the Counseling Office and pick up an application!

You only need to have been in CSF club for 4 semesters with one being in your senior year to acheive Life Member status and recieve a cord at graduation and be eligible for local and national CSF Scholarships.

This is a great thing to have on an application, be it college or job.

Justin Keele Make a Difference Award

Justin Keele Make A Difference Award: April 1, 2012 deadline.

Attention EAST, Community Service Volunteers, and Senior Project Students: Are you looking for funds to get your project off the ground and running? The Justin Keele Make A Difference Award is available for students of ALL ages, and is meant to fund projects that “pay it forward” and make a difference in your community. The award is worth $200 to $2000 dollars, and can be yours if you apply by April 1^st! Pick up an application in the Counseling Office or online at: hafoundation.org. Contact Audra for more information! (441-2591)

This grant is meant to fund deserving individual or group achieve their goals, aspirations, dreams or relief of hardship. It can be used to for tools, equipment, supplies, tuition, fees, fines and other necessities to achieve the goals of the individual or group.

The applicant should have an individual, group or cause along with a clear plan to assist a particular need and should articulate why they deserve a helping hand and how the grant will help.

You will need to have the application, a one-to-two page essay addressing the topics listed on the application and a letter of recommendation from a professional person.

This is an awesome opportunity for anyone interested in "paying it forward" which means helping someone or group that needs a little help to achieve their goals and dreams. You can make a difference and you can change the world! Here is an opportunity to help you get started or to continue your plan to help others in need.

Examples of projects that can be funded, but not limited to these:

• Fundraising Events- Programs like Betty's Blue Angels and the Homeless Education Project are always in need of funds. Students who coordinate fundraising events to benefit such programs would be eligible to receive money
• Helping Others- Often times we encounter folks we would love the help get through a rough time but may not have the means to do so. An example of a project like this would be using the money to purchase school clothing for kids who are in need.
• Seed Money- Do you have an idea and lots of energy to make it happen but need some funds to coordinate an event or program that would benefit those in need? This award could be for you to get you started on that project/goal.

Remember, the idea is to "Pay it forward", which means the recipient of a favor does a favor for another person rather than "paying it back" to the person who did them a favor.

Projects that help homeless youth are given preference.

It feels great to volunteer and be a part of that kind of change in someones life. Have some great ideas? Come in and pick up an application today!

Deadline for this grant is April 1, 2012

Finalizing Admission to Humboldt State University:

Here is a checklist for you to make sure you have done what you need to finalize your admission to HSU this coming fall.

1. Incomplete Applications: All outstanding documents must be received by the Admissions Office on Friday March 2. These are test scores, requested transcripts, residency information etc.

2. Placement tests: Students should sign up for the CSU math and or English placement tests by March 2, 2012 for the March 17, 2012 test date. You will need placement scores (unless you are exempt) in order to register for fall 2012. To register for these tests go to: Placement Testing

3. Housing: If you are planning to live on-campus, you need to submit your housing application beginning March 5, 2012 at 4:00pm. On campus housing is available on a first come/ first served basis. for more information and an application click on this link: Housing HSU

  

4. Get connected: You can join HSU’s Freshman social networking site to connect with other admitted HSU Freshman. Social Network for Freshman For parents, the Parent Network is available at this link: HSU Parent Network

5. Spring Preview-April 13-14, 2012: Spring Preview is the annual open house where you can sit in on a class, learn about HSU’s programs and meet personally with faculty. For information and to register: Spring Preview

This is the next step toward your future!

Redwood Decorative Artists Scholarship Applications Available

Deadline April 20, 2012

The Redwood Decorative Artists will be awarding two $500 art scholarships for the 2012-2013 school year. You only need one application to apply to both scholarships.

These scholarships are for students who are planning to study art in college. Applicants will be evaluated on future plans for their artistic talents, past exerience and training, scholastic achievement, leadership and community service. 

Qualifications:

• Graduating senior for a Humboldt County high school'
• Plan to major in art or study art for use in a future profession
• Must be enrolled full time (12 units or more) for the entire year (of college)
• Must complete and submit the application and supplemental information on or before April 20, 2012.

You will need to write an essay (1-3 pages) describing the extent of your art background and traing, media and styles of art, displays and any awards you have received. Include your educational and future plans and two additional pages of photos of your artwork.

List of your extracurricular activities, citizenship/community service actvities over the last four years, transcript and a recommendation letter from a counselor, teacher or community person who is famiiliar with your work;

Applications are only available in the Counseling office, come by and pick one up today.

Send your completed application packet by April 20, 2012 to:

Redwood Decorative Artists Scholarships

c/o Karen Wagner, Chairperson

2670 Forest Knoll Lane

Eureka, CA 95503

Scholarships Due This Thursday, March 1, 2012

We have two scholarships with application due dates of March 1, 2012. They are:

Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarships:

Applications for the Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarships are available both in the Counseling office and on-line. These scholarships range from $500-$5,000 and are due March 1, 2012. There are two different scholarships available.

Scholarships will be awarded to students graduating from public or private high schools in California, Nevada, and Klamath Falls, Oregon. Applicants must be wholly or partly of Italian ancestry. Selection will be based on scholastic record, activities evidencing leadership, financial need, written personal goals statement, Essay of Italian Origin, and letters of recommendation.

Applications for the Italian Language Study Grant must be submitted separately, including being placed in a separate envelope, from any application for a college scholarship. For the Italian Language Study Grant, applicants must also have completed a foreign language course in high school.

You can pick up an application in the Counseling office or you can go online at the link below:

Sons of Italy Western Federation

March 2nd is Friday! Are You Ready??

March 2nd is this Friday!

Why is this important?? It is the date that your FAFSA applications are due! You need to make sure that  your FAFSA application is completed and submitted by March 2, 2012. Please don't wait until the last minute! The website WILL slow down because of the high volume of people, and you may have trouble getting your application submitted!

You also need to turn in your GPA Release from to the Counseling office ASAP so that your application can be processed! Don't miss out on free money for college because you didn't get this form turned in!

BEWARE OF SCAM WEBSITES FOR FAFSA!!! The link below is the correct link. If you just Google it, you may end up at a scam website that will try to charge you money. It is 100% free to apply for FAFSA so if they ask you for money, you are at the wrong site!!!

Don't wait!!! Get your application submitted today! Click on the link below and submit your application:

FAFSA

Mark E. Reed Scholarship Due Wednesday, Feb 29, 2012

Due THIS Wednesday February 29, 2012


Last chance to apply for this scholarship! Don't miss out!

The Mark E. Reed Scholarship Program (sometimes known as the Green Diamond scholarship) is going to be awarding eight $3,000 scholarships in the California Operating Area and are now accepting applications.

This is an online application and must be printed and mailed to arrive in their office by 5:00 on 2/29/2012. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applicant must be enrolled as a full time student.

Please note that there is a word-count restriction and the inclusion of additional items will result in disqualification. Also transcripts MUST  be certified copies from your school. Non-certified copies will disqualify your application.

To be eligible, applicants must qualify as an "employee," "spouse of an employee," "child of an employee" or "resident." There are no restrictions for scholarship recipients as to race, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status or sensory, mental or physical disability. While there are some variables in the selection process, merit is the principal determinant. Local boards evaluate candidates on:

• Qualities of leadership and citizenship
• Seriousness of purpose
• Scholastic achievement
• Ability and capacity for continuing development
• Breadth of outlook as evidenced by participation in activities other than scholastic activities

For more information and to apply please click on the link below:

Mark E. Reed Scholarship Application and Forms

Scroll to the very bottom of the page to download and fill out the application and print the other necessary forms.

President's Week February 20-24, 2012

Just a reminder that there will be no school next week as it is President's Week. This is a good time to do some research on college visitations, career paths of course, rest and relax!

For Juniors, this is a good time to check out the SAT website and register for a future test, take the practice test and get more information about the SAT in general.

But most of all, take this time to rest, relax and rejuvenate and we'll see you back on Monday, February 27, 2012!

February 17 Anton Nel Concert Cancelled

The Anton Nel Concert, presented by Eureka Chamber Music Series, scheduled for tonight, Friday, February 17, 2012 has been cancelled. Thank you.

IWOK Summer Academy for Native High School Students

Deadline April 1, 2012

Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon is now taking applications for its 2012-2013 IWOK Summer Academy, for Native High School Students. This summer academy is a 2 week, residentiall program created to give 25 Native High School students an introduction to the College experience and is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. This program is free to Native students who are invited to attend.

This program will provide intense SAT preparation from Kaplan Test Prep as well as an introduction to the Liberal Arts from a Native perspective. The curriculum is built upon the scholarship of Indigenous Academicians from Lewis and Clark College as well as other schools. Students will have a chance to interact with Lewis and Clark professors as well. There will also be a day of mentoring as well as a joint afternoon with the Journey's Program of the Oregon College of Art and Craft.

If you are a Native student and are interested in participating in this 2 week academy, please click on the link below and fill out the required forms by April 1, 2012. There is more in depth information on the website, so be sure to look around.

IWOK Summer Academy for Native High School Students

Campus Visits and Questions to Ask

Are you planning a campus visit this President's Week or over Spring Break? This article by

Cristiana Quinn, GoLocalProv College Admissions Expert, gives you the questions you should be asking. When you visit colleges and universities, be prepared.

"College is the second largest investment you will make in life, next to your home. So, here are some answers you should uncover when you are on campus." ~Cristiana Quinn

Campus Visit Questions

Mark E. Reed (Green Diamond) Scholarship Due Feb 29, 2012

Mark E. Reed Scholarship: due Feb 29, 2012

The Mark E. Reed Scholarship Program (sometimes known as the Green Diamond scholarship) is going to be awarding eight $3,000 scholarships in the California Operating Area and are now accepting applications.

This is an online application and must be printed and mailed to arrive in their office by 5:00 on 2/29/2012. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applicant must be enrolled as a full time student.

Please note that there is a word-count restriction and the inclusion of additional items will result in disqualification. Also transcripts MUST  be certified copies from your school. Non-certified copies will disqualify your application.

To be eligible, applicants must qualify as an "employee," "spouse of an employee," "child of an employee" or "resident." There are no restrictions for scholarship recipients as to race, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status or sensory, mental or physical disability. While there are some variables in the selection process, merit is the principal determinant. Local boards evaluate candidates on:

• Qualities of leadership and citizenship
• Seriousness of purpose
• Scholastic achievement
• Ability and capacity for continuing development
• Breadth of outlook as evidenced by participation in activities other than scholastic activities

For more information and to apply please click on the link below:

Mark E. Reed Scholarship Application and Forms

Scroll to the very bottom of the page to download and fill out the application and print the other necessary forms.

VISINE STUDENTS WITH VISION Scholarship Program

Deadline April 16, 2012

The first annual VISINE^® STUDENTS WITH VISION™ Scholarship Program is offering one-time $5,000 scholarships to students who have demonstrated a clear vision or goal for their future. High school seniors and current college students with a minimum GPA of 2.8 may submit an online application.

VISINE^® STUDENTS WITH VISION™ Scholarship Program recipients are selected based on academic achievement, school and community involvement, financial need and demonstrated vision or goal.

For additional program information and to apply for this scholarship, please visit aim.applyists.net/Vision

You will have to register but it is easy and free!

Your Facebook Page. Colleges Do Look at Them

Yes, colleges and universities admissions people do look at your Facebook page. (So will employers!) Do you have some embarrassing photos on your page? Here are some articles that will help you to clean up your Facebook so that it doesn't hurt you during the time you are applying for college (or a job for that matter!)

• These are the most important types of photos to NOT have on  your Facebook:

12 Photos to Delete From Your Facebook:

• Here are some photos that you SHOULD have on your Facebook. You want to show your accomplishments and achievements!

15 Good Photos for Your Facebook

• Here are some ways to make Facebook work FOR you in your search:

Make Facebook work in your favor

The most important thing to remember is be careful about what you post. You shouldn't have anything on your Facebook that you wouldn't want your Grandparents to see! Just use common sense and your good judgement.

And remember, once it's on the Internet, it never really disappears.

Some "Out of the Box" Scholarships

Sometimes finding funds for your college education requires you to think out of the box when looking for scholarships. Here are a few of those scholarships:

OP Loftbed Scholarship

Sponsored by one of the leading manufacturers of bed lofts, this scholarship competition's unique twist comes via the application. Rather than asking about your grades, goals, or achievements, the judges are looking for the most creative short answers to a set of nontraditional questions. These range from "What song would you want to play every time you walked in a room and why?" to "What should be celebrated with a new holiday every year?" OP Loftbed runs the contest a few times a year; if you have a little time to think creatively, it's well worth submitting an application next time.

Here is a link to this unique scholarship

OP Loftbed Scholarship


Stuck At Prom Scholarship

Everyone's favorite adhesive can mean up to $5,000 in college cash for a creative couple. The Duck Brand Scholarship, now in its 12th year, challenges high school prom goers to create entire outfits out of duct tape for the chance to win scholarships. Duck will choose its top 10, and then the public will vote for the first-, second- and third-place winners who win scholarship funds for themselves and their schools.

This is an awesome scholarship for all of you creative folks! You and your prom date create your prom outfits out of Duck tape! This is an intensive project so if you're interested, get started right away. You can start to submit your entries on March 7, 2012 at the link below. There is also a gallery of last years winners so you can get an idea about what they are looking for.

Stuck At Prom Scholarship

Ursinus College Creative Writing Award:

Formerly known as the J.D. Salinger Creative Writing Award, the writer receiving the award not only gets $30,000 per year, but also the chance to spend his or her freshman year living in the former dorm room of the reclusive Catcher in the Rye author. 

"In the spirit of Holden Caulfield … we are looking for an unusual perspective, for quirky brilliance, for a voice, not necessarily the kind that can be measured by conventional standards. Mr. Salinger never graduated, but we like to think that if his genius had been recognized with an award like this, he might have." If you're serious about writing, this could be the scholarship for you. For more information please click on the link below:

Ursinus College Creative Writing Award

As you can see from the above scholarship opportunities, there are many avenues available to help you fund your college education. If you have a particular interest, do some research on the Internet in that field. You will be surprised at the scholarships that are available for all sorts of interests.

So go out there and think outside the box! Your future is waiting for you, use as many avenues you can to help you get there!

Open Lab for FAFSA Assistance February 17, 2012

Open Lab for FAFSA assistance on Friday, February 17, 2012.

The deadline to submit your FAFSA application is Friday, March 2, 2012, just two weeks away! If you still need help completing your application or have questions, the counselors have reserved the computer labs for seniors to come by and get help. This will be the last day before President's week to get help from your counselor so come in and take advantage of this  opportunity! These are drop in labs so there is no need to sign up in advance.

The schedule will be as follows:

• 2nd Period in the M126 lab (by the textbook room)
• 3rd and 5th Periods in the Navi Lab across from the Counseling office

If you haven't gotten your CalGrant GPA Release form filled out and turned in, come by the counseling office to pick up your form today. This needs to be turned in by February 17, 2012 (this Friday). The forms will be submitted on March 2, 2012 so get them in as soon as possible!

So again, the counselor's have reserved the labs on Friday, February 17, 2012 for seniors to get help finishing up their FAFSA applications!

Please take advantage of this opportunity! The FAFSA is key to getting money for college.

Another hint, don't wait until the very last moment of March 2, to submit your application. Everyone else will be doing the same thing and the website might be very, very slow. To save yourself time and aggravation, get it submitted earlier.

North Coast College Access Scholarship

The North Coast College Access Scholarship aims to make post-secondary education financially accessible to academically talented, low-income and first generation college students served by the Northcoast CalSOAP, Talent Search and Upward Bound Programs at College of the Redwoods and Humboldt State University.

You must be enrolled and an active participant in these programs to qualify for this scholarship.

For more information and to see if you qualify you can visit M204 and speak to the representatives of these respective programs or you can email Northcoast College Access Scholarship at ncca@humboldtcoe.org

March 15, 2012 A Big Deadline for Scholarships!

March is a busy month filled with scholarship deadlines!

Here are the scholarships we have due on March 15 so far:

The Humboldt Area Foundation

Deadline March 15, 2012

The Humboldt Area Foundation is the largest and most comprehensive source for local scholarships in Humboldt County. HAF offers at least 90 different scholarships in one place! All you need to do is to fill out one application to apply for as many as you like.

This year they have updated the entire application process and put it on the web! Based on each student’s unique interests and background the application will generate all of the scholarships for which the student is eligible. This takes the work out of deciding which ones you are eligible for. They have included a pre-application check list that you can print out to make sure you have everything you need before you apply. That check list is available here.

This is now an easy one stop process that will give you access to all the scholarships they have available.

For all the information and to apply click on the link below. 

The deadline is now March 15, 2012 so follow the link below and fill out your application today!

Humboldt Area Foundation

Cabrillo Civic Clubs of California Inc, Undergraduate Scholarship

Deadline March 15, 2012

The intent of the Cabrillo Civics Clubs of California, Inc. scholarship is to assist students of Portuguese descent who have a desire to secure a higher education. These scholarships are in the amount of $500.

Eligibility Requirements: 

• Must be of Portuguese descent  on mother or father's side, be a US Citizen or permanent resident
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.50 and be a graduate of a California high school. (Transcript is required and must accompany application)
• Meet all college or university requirements to enroll
• Participated in at least three extra-curricular activities while in high school
• Three letters of recommendation: One from principal, dean or counselor verifying participation in extra curricular activities; one from a teacher of the high school attended and one from any source (except a relative) who can vouch for your academic standing, character and personality. Individuals writing letters must include their titles or position.

Applications are available in the Counseling office and are due March 15, 2012

HCLPA Scholarhips

Deadline for the following Scholarships is March 15, 2012

The HCLPA is offering two scholarships for students interested in pursuing their studies in the legal field.

Eula Mae Jett Scholarship:

This scholarship is based on academic achievement and financial need. It is geared toward students who are interested in pursuing a course of study in court reporting, paralegal studies, legal secretary or assistant and legal reception.

Judges Harold E. Neville/John E Morrison Scholarship and the Donna Mullen Scholarship

These scholarships are awarded based on the following:

• Applicant’s desire to further his/her education
• Academic achievement and
• Financial need
• Applications for both of these are available in the Counseling office scholarship box.

These scholarships range from $400- $1,000. Come in and get your applications today.

Humboldt County Legal Professionals Association Offers Two Scholarships Due March 15, 2012

Deadline for all of these is March 15, 2012

The HCLPA is offering two scholarships for students interested in pursuing their studies in the legal field.

Eula Mae Jett Scholarship:

This scholarship is based on academic achievement and financial need. It is geared toward students who are interested in pursuing a course of study in court reporting, paralegal studies, legal secretary or assistant and legal reception.

Judges Harold E. Neville/John E Morrison Scholarship and the Donna Mullen Scholarship

These scholarships are awarded based on the following:

• Applicant’s desire to further his/her education
• Academic achievement and
• Financial need
• Applications for both of these are available in the Counseling office scholarship box.

These scholarships range from $400- $1,000. Come in and get your applications today.

New Feature on the Blog!!!

We have great news! You can now get updated blog posts sent directly to your email!

We have a new feature on the blog that is called “Follow by Email”. It is a black box and is located on the top right hand corner of the page.

To use this feature, simply type your email address in the space provided and click on the black “Follow by Email” box. This will take you to a page and you will verify your account. You will begin receiving emails from the blog within about 24 hours of verification. The emails will provide you with a list of the posts made since you signed up and include links for each post.

We are excited about this new feature as we think it will make finding scholarships a little bit easier. As always, students can come into the Counseling office to check our scholarship box and pick up paper applications.

So, "Follow by Email" and get the latest, up-to-date information!!!

Scholarship Due March 1, 2012

Deadline March 1, 2012

Applications for the Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarships are available both in the Counseling office and on-line. These scholarships range from $500-$5,000 and are due March 1, 2012. There are two different scholarships available.

Scholarships will be awarded to students graduating from public or private high schools in California, Nevada, and Klamath Falls, Oregon. Applicants must be wholly or partly of Italian ancestry. Selection will be based on scholastic record, activities evidencing leadership, financial need, written personal goals statement, Essay of Italian Origin, and letters of recommendation.

Applications for the Italian Language Study Grant must be submitted separately, including being placed in a separate envelope, from any application for a college scholarship. For the Italian Language Study Grant, applicants must also have completed a foreign language course in high school.

You can pick up an application in the Counseling office or you can go online at the link below:

Sons of Italy Western Federation

March is a very busy deadline month for scholarships so be sure to check in here or come into the Counseling Office and check the scholarship box. Good luck!

To follow the blog and get updates click on the "Follow by Email" box in the upper right hand corner.

SAT Registration Deadline February 10, 2012

The registration deadline for the March 10,2012 SAT test is Friday, February 10, 2012. Yes, that's tomorrow! Tomorrow is the last day to register for the March 10 test without having to pay late fees.

If you are in AVID or on the free or reduced lunch program, you are eligible to get a fee waiver. The fee waiver is only good on the fee for registration. If you register late, you will have to pay the fees for late registration yourself.

If you qualify, come to the Counseling office and pick one up.

The SAT next test will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2012 with a registration deadline of April 6, 2012.  

A list of the remaining SAT and ACT tests is available in the Counseling Office, so come in and ask for them.

Humboldt Area Foundation Deadline March 15, 2012

Deadline March 15, 2012

The Humboldt Area Foundation is the largest and most comprehensive source for local scholarships in Humboldt County. HAF offers at least 90 different scholarships in one place! All you need to do is to fill out one application to apply for as many as you like.

This year they have updated the entire application process and put it on the web! Based on each student’s unique interests and background the application will generate all of the scholarships for which the student is eligible. This takes the work out of deciding which ones you are eligible for. They have included a pre-application check list that you can print out to make sure you have everything you need before you apply. That check list is available here.

This is now an easy one stop process that will give you access to all the scholarships they have available.

For all the information and to apply click on the link below. 

Humboldt Area Foundation

The deadline is now March 15, 2012 so follow the link below and fill out your application today!

Coast Central Credit Union Scholarship Due March 16, 2012

Deadline March 16, 2012

Coast Central Credit Union is now accepting applications for their scholarship. This is a $4,000 scholarship dispersed over a four-year period.

Qualifications:

• You must be a graduating senior from a high school located in Humboldt, Del Norte or Trinity counties.
• Must apply and be accepted to attend College of the Redwoods, Humboldt State University, Shasta Community College or Chico State University as a full-time student for the Fall 2012 semester
• Must have a high school grade average of "C"  or better

Applications are available in the Counseling office scholarship box or by clicking on the link below. The online application can be filled out and then printed from your home computer.

Coast Central Credit Union

Applications must be mailed to the address below by March 16, 2012

Coast Central Credit Union

2650 Harrison Avenue

Eureka, CA 95501

Attention: Scholarship Committee

Scholarships due in February

Here are the scholarships that are due in February:

February 17, 2012- PGandE Up to $1 Million

This year, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will award up to $1 million in scholarships to students who live within its Northern and Central California service area.  There is still time for Humboldt and Mendocino County students to apply for the inaugural PG&E Bright Minds™ Scholarships. As of right now, there have been less than 15 applications submitted so this is the time to apply!! You have a good chance of receiving one of these awards so apply now!

To apply, click on the link below. Don't wait, this is an awesome opportunity!
PGandE Bright Minds Scholarship

Due February 29, 2012- Mark E. Reed Scholarship (Green Diamond)

The Mark E. Reed Scholarship Program (sometimes known as the Green Diamond scholarship) is going to be awarding eight $3,000 scholarships in the California Operating Area and are now accepting applications.

This is an online application and must be printed and mailed to arrive in their office by 5:00 on 2/29/2012. Late applications will not be accepted.

To be eligible, applicants must qualify as an "employee," "spouse of an employee," "child of an employee" or "resident." There are no restrictions for scholarship recipients as to race, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status or sensory, mental or physical disability. While there are some variables in the selection process, merit is the principal determinant. Local boards evaluate candidates on:

• Qualities of leadership and citizenship
• Seriousness of purpose
• Scholastic achievement
• Ability and capacity for continuing development
• Breadth of outlook as evidenced by participation in activities other than scholastic activities

For more information and to apply please click on the link below:

Mark E. Reed Scholarship Application and Forms

This is not a scholarship but an awesome summer school for students interested in the arts:

The California State Summer School for the Arts-Registration Deadline is February 28, 2012

The CSSSA is looking for talented high school aged students who are interested in visual, literary, media or the performing arts to attend a top of the line summer school program that runs from July 14-August 10 2012 on the campus of the California Institute of the Arts in Valencia California.

Instruction is offered in the fields of Animation, Film/Video, Creative Writing, Dance, Music, Theater and the Visual Arts. This four-week program affords students the opportunity to study and work with professional artists, writers and performers of national stature. Students who complete the course successfully will also receive 3 units of CSU course credit!

There is a comprehensive fee of $1500 that covers room, board and tuition for the entire four weeks and there are scholarships available. Approximately 40% of students will receive some kind of financial aid.

For more information and to get an application, go to CSSSA.

This is an awesome opportunity to work with the best. Some former alumni include Zac Efron, James Franco, Kirsten Vangsness and Craig McCraken. Your application must be Postmarked on of before February 28, 2012.

Stay Tuned!

And stay tuned for March when the scholarships start coming in weekly. March and April tend to be the heaviest months for scholarship applications.

If you want to be among the first to know about them, become a follower of this blog and they will be posted within a day or so of the Counseling Office receiving them. To become a follower of this blog, just click on the black "Follow by Email" button on the top right hand side of this page. You will be asked to enter an email address and then confirm your subsription and you will get notified anytime there is a new post on the blog. Don't miss out on any opportunities!

Stay informed by checking the blog, the bulletin (available on PowerSchool) and the scholarship box located in the Counseling Office. We want you to be successful in furthering you education and making it affordable.

Up to 10 students will receive full-ride scholarships of up to $30,000 per year, renewable for up to four years or until a degree or certificate is earned. Finalists will also receive a $2,500 scholarship award and can reapply each year.

To be eligible, students must live within PG&E’s 70,000 square-mile service area, be a high school senior or graduate, be at least 16 years old and plan to enroll at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school.

Italian Catholic Federation First Year Scholarship: Due March 15, 2012

Deadline March 15, 2012

The Italian Catholic Federation is now accepting applications for their 2012 First Year Scholarship. This is a $400 scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Total cumulative GPA of at least 3.2
• Are Roman Catholic and of Italian Descent or
• Are Roman Catholic and not of Italian descent and if either Roman Catholic parent, guardian or grandparent is a member of the “Italian Catholic Federation”

Applications will be evaluated on:

• Scholastic achievement-GPA and Class Rank
• Financial need
• Leadership role
• Faculty recommendation and character reference
• Extracurricular activities and charitable efforts
• Family membership/activities in the Italian Catholic Federation

You will need to submit by March 15, 2012 the following:

• Complete transcript
• Letter of recommendation from a school official which must state the applicant's GPA and Class Rank
• 150 word personal letter explaining your Italian origins, why your Roman Catholic faith is important to you and your plans for the future
• For applicants not of Italian descent, explain the IFC affiliation of your non-Italian Roman Catholic parents, guardians or grandparents, and your plans for the future

Mail all of your application materials and supplemental documents to arrive not later than March 15, 2012 to:

Italian Catholic Federation

8393 Capwell Drive, Suite 110

Oakland CA 94621

Juniors!!! ACT and SAT Prep Tomorrow! Check it out!

February 9, 2012 at CollegeWeekLive.com

CollegeWeekLive is having a FREE online workshop to help you develop test taking strategies for taking the SAT and ACT.

It is always a good idea to take these tests in your Junior year to see where you stand. It is a good preparation for taking the test(s) in your Senior  year.

The workshop is being held online from 9:00 am-5:00pm with various topics being covered each hour. The workshops are being facilitated by experts in their fields. There will be over 90 colleges and universities represented and available to answer questions you may have.

This is a great opportunity to get a head start on getting ready for your senior year! Don't miss this FREE workshop.

To see the full agenda and to register click on the link below:

CollegeWeekLive Test Prep Day

CollegeWeekLive is a website that has information on all sorts of things pertaining to going to college. They hold numerous workshops throughout the year. Most of these deal with specific colleges but they also have general workshops that cover a topic or have guests from multiple colleges and universities. It is an important tool to use while applying to schools and scholarship information. Register and sign up to have email delivered to you with upcoming events.

Humboldt County Farm Bureau Scholarship Applications Due April 1, 2012

Deadline: Must be postmarked by April 1, 2012

The Humboldt County Farm Bureau is offering four scholarships for students interested in majoring in Agriculture, Science, Education or Vocational Education and are planning to attend an accredited 2 or 4-year College or vocational school.

The Scholarships available are:

• The Henri and Lanette Rousseau Memorial Scholarship
• Sterling F Paddock Memorial Scholarship
• Forestry Production Scholarship
• Humboldt County Wool Growers Scholarship

One application can be used for all four scholarships. Applications and more information are available in the Counseling office scholarship box or on line at:

Humboldt County Farm Bureau

Sons of Italy Westsern Foundation Scholarships

Deadline March 1, 2012

Applications for the Sons of Italy Western Foundation Scholarships are available both in the Counseling office and on-line. These scholarships range from $500-$5,000 and are due March 1, 2012. There are two different scholarships available.

Scholarships will be awarded to students graduating from public or private high schools in California, Nevada, and Klamath Falls, Oregon. Applicants must be wholly or partly of Italian ancestry. Selection will be based on scholastic record, activities evidencing leadership, financial need, written personal goals statement, Essay of Italian Origin, and letters of recommendation.

Applications for the Italian Language Study Grant must be submitted separately, including being placed in a separate envelope, from any application for a college scholarship. For the Italian Language Study Grant, applicants must also have completed a foreign language course in high school.

You can pick up an application in the Counseling office or you can go online at the link below:

Sons of Italy Western Federation

Region 14 of the American Iris Society $500 Scholarship

Deadline April 6, 2012

Applications are now available for the Region 14 of the American Iris Society Scholarship. This $500 scholarship is for students planning on pursuing a career in the horticulture or floriculture or closely related fields such as landscaping, nursery production etc.

Preference will be given to family members of Region 14 members.

Applications are available in the scholarship box in the Counseling office. They must be filled out and postmarked by April 6, 2012.

Mail your applications to:

Terri Hudson

33450 Little

Valley Road

Fort Bragg. CA 95437

Coast Central Credit Union Scholarship Due March 16, 2012

Deadline March 16, 2012

Coast Central Credit Union is now accepting applications for their scholarship. This is a $4,000 scholarship dispersed over a four-year period.

Qualifications:

• You must be a graduating senior from a high school located in Humboldt, Del Norte or Trinity counties.
• Must apply and be accepted to attend College of the Redwoods, Humboldt State University, Shasta Community College or Chico State University as a full-time student for the Fall 2012 semester
• Must have a high school grade average of "C"  or better

Applications are available in the Counseling office scholarship box or by clicking on the link below. The online application can be filled out and then printed from your home computer.

Coast Central Credit Union

Applications must be mailed to the address below by March 16, 2012

Coast Central Credit Union

2650 Harrison Avenue

Eureka, CA 95501

Attention: Scholarship Committee

$1 Million in Scholarships Available to Students from PG&E

Deadline: Friday February 17, 2012

This year, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will award up to $1 million in scholarships to students who live within its Northern and Central California service area.  There is still time for Humboldt and Mendocino County students to apply for the inaugural PG&E Bright Minds™ Scholarships. As of right now, there have been less than 15 applications submitted so this is the time to apply!! You have a good chance of receiving one of these awards so apply now!

Up to 10 students will receive full-ride scholarships of up to $30,000 per year, renewable for up to four years or until a degree or certificate is earned. Finalists will also receive a $2,500 scholarship award and can reapply each year.

To be eligible, students must live within PG&E’s 70,000 square-mile service area, be a high school senior or graduate, be at least 16 years old and plan to enroll at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school.

To apply, click on the link below. Don't wait, this is an awesome opportunity!

PGandE Bright Minds Scholarship

NEW Rotary of Eureka General and Automotive Scholarships

Deadline: March 16, 2012

The Rotary Club of Eureka has announced two new scholarships for the 2012-2012 academic year! There are going to be five $750.00 general and one $1,000 Harvey G. Harper Automotive Tech Scholarship awarded.

For the General Scholarships you must meet the following criteria to apply:

• GPA 3.5 or higher
• Planning to attend a 2 or 4-year college or university
• Must be enrolled as a full-time student
• Have active involvement in extracurricular activities and/or community service

For the Harvey G. Harper Automotive Tech Scholarship you must meet the following criteria:

• No minimum, but a 2.5 or higher is encouraged
• Post-high school training program that is National Automotive Technician's Education Foundation accredited
• Can be enrolled full or part time
• Study in the field of Automotive Technician

What you will need to submit for both scholarships:

• Completed application
• Personal Statement (topic is listed on the application)
• Copy of your transcripts

Submit you completed application and other documents to the Counseling Office by 3:30 Friday, March 16, 2012

Applications are available in the Counseling Office Scholarship Box.

Don and Roy Splawn Charitable Foundation West Scholarship Grant Program

The Don and Roy Splawn Charitable Foundation West Scholarship Grant Program is open to financially disadvantaged students who wish to further pursue their post secondary education, of an academic or vocational nature.

“We seek those candidates that exhibit true integrity, complete respect of and dignity for the human element.  They must be willing to persevere, toil and give back to their community during and especially after graduation."

The Don and Roy Splawn Charitable Foundation West offers a Scholarship Grant of up to $1,000.00 (One Thousand Dollars) to eligible students who demonstrate significant dedication to their school, family and community. Students who live independently or whose parent(s)/guardian(s) struggle financially are encouraged to apply for consideration.

Criteria:

1) High School Senior
2) CA resident
3) Financial need
4) Academics (2.6 GPA and above)
5) Employment: Paid or unpaid Community Service, Extracurricular Activities

Scholarship Application
1) Online application
2) Current year transcript
3) Letter of recommendation (may be from counselor, teacher, employer, etc.)
4) 1-2 page essay on a selected topic
5) Current year FAFSA Summary Report

Application Process

To apply, please fill out the Application completely. Please note you will be required to save and upload attachments to your Application. If you have any difficulties with this process, please email your questions to the Foundation Administrator at splawnscholarship@hotmail.com.

The Application must be received no later than Saturday, April 15th, 2012, at 11:59 p.m. (PST). Late or incomplete Applications will not be considered.

For more information and to apply, click on the link below:

SPLAWN Scholarship

Scroll to the bottom of the page to begin the application process.

Open lab time for Assistance Completing FAFSA Applications

If you still need assistance completing your FAFSA, the counselors are having a 2 open lab days next week. The week of the 13-17 is the last week the counselors will be available for help before the spring break. Take advantage of this opportunity to get some help with your FAFSA.

Tuesday Feb. 14, 2012

Periods 1, 2, 3 in the Navi Lab (M108)

Periods 5 and 6 in the Navi Lab
Representative from CR will be available in the Navi Lab 3rd and 5th periods and also in the Counseling Office during 4th period

Friday Feb. 17, 2012

Periods 1 and 2 in the M126 Lab (Next to the textbook room)

Periods 3, 4, 5, and 6 in the Navi Lab

There will be schedules posted in the counseling office, your senior classes and in  the Navi Lab.

Music Scholarship Now taking Applications

Deadline April 1, 2012

The Humboldt Harmonaires are now taking applications for their $1,000 scholarship! This is open to senior music students and the scholarship is awarded based on talent and need to a senior who will continue their musical education at a college or university.

You will need to submit an autobiographical essay describing  your musical interest and accomplishment whether instrumental or vocal and should include continuing and future musical plans. You will also be required to send a CD or DVD that is representative of your talent. You will need to submit your essay, letters of recommendation and your CD/DVD no later than April 1, 2012  to the following address:

Humboldt Harmonaires Music Scholarship Program

C/O Harvey Raider

1383 Anvick Road

Arcata, CA 95521

Come into the counseling office to pick up an application. Winners will be announced at the Harmonaires Spring Show to be held in the Arkley Center on April 21, 2012

Attention Juniors! SAT and ACT Test Prep Info

February 9, 2012 at CollegeWeekLive.com

CollegeWeekLive is having a FREE online workshop to help you develop test taking strategies for taking the SAT and ACT.

It is always a good idea to take these tests in your Junior year to see where you stand. It is a good preparation for taking the test(s) in your Senior  year.

The workshop is being held online from 9:00 am-5:00pm with various topics being covered each hour. The workshops are being facilitated by experts in their fields. There will be over 90 colleges and universities represented and available to answer questions you may have.

This is a great opportunity to get a head start on getting ready for your senior year! Don't miss this FREE workshop.

To see the full agenda and to register click on the link below:

CollegeWeekLive Test Prep Day

CollegeWeekLive is a website that has information on all sorts of things pertaining to going to college. They hold numerous workshops throughout the year. Most of these deal with specific colleges but they also have general workshops that cover a topic or have guests from multiple colleges and universities. It is an important tool to use while applying to schools and scholarship information. Register and sign up to have email delivered to you with upcoming events.