Dell Scholars Applications Due January 15, 2013

Deadline: January 15, 2013

The Dell Scholars program, an initiative of the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, recognizes students who have overcome significant obstacles to pursue their educations. In turn, these scholars serve as positive role models and change the trajectories for their siblings, friends and their communities.

The Dell Scholars Program places greater emphasis on a student’s determination to succeed than just academic record and test scores. We empower students to gain the knowledge; skill-sets and attitude needed to cope with their changing world and the circumstances in which they live. We award 300 scholarships annually and since 2004, have provided students with $49 million in college scholarships and support services.

Dell Scholars receive $20,000 each to complete their higher education over the course of six years. In addition, the Dell Scholars Program provides its students with technology, a private scholar networking community, resources, and mentoring to ensure they have the support they need to achieve their college degrees.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible to apply for the Dell Scholars Program scholarship, you must meet the below listed criteria:

·         Participating in a Michael & Susan Dell Foundation approved college readiness program for a minimum of two of the last three years

·         Graduating from an accredited high school this academic year

·         Earning a minimum of a 2.4 GPA

·         Demonstrated need for financial assistance

·         Planning to enter a bachelor's degree program at an accredited higher education institution in the fall directly after your graduation from high school

·         U.S. citizenship or permanent residency

Dell Scholars are students who demonstrate their desire and ability to overcome barriers and to achieve their goals. Your application will be evaluated on your:

·         Individual determination to succeed

·         Future goals and plans to achieve them

·         Ability to communicate the hardships you have overcome or currently face

·         Self motivation in completing challenging coursework

·         Demonstrated need for financial assistance

How to apply:

This is an online only application. For more information and to apply go to:

http://www.dellscholars.org/HowToApply.aspx

CSF Seniors: Glenn Michelson Memorial Award: $1,000 for 1,000 Words Due December 22, 2012

Deadline: December 22, 2012

California Scholarship Federation has announced a brand new scholarship just for CSF members who are seniors. This is NOT the Seymour Memorial Award.

This scholarship is open to seniors who are CSF members and exemplify the CSF motto “Scholarship for Service”.

Rules:

·         All seniors who are members of an active chapter of CFS may apply

·         Limit of one entry per student

·         All entries must be submitted in English

·         All entries must be received by midnight on December 22, 2012

·         All entries become the property of the California Scholarship Federation

·         Failure to comply with these rules will result in disqualification

·         Essay of no more than 1,000 words must be typed and double spaced

Essay Prompt:

How has your involvement in your CSF chapter’s community service projects enhanced your personal growth?

What to submit:

1.    Completed 1,000 word essay

2.    Cover page which must include:

·         Student’s full name

·         High school graduation year

·         E-mail address

·         Phone number

·         Chapter adviser name: Audra Gosvener

·         Chapter adviser phone number: 707-441-2591

3.    Submission MUST be received no later than midnight on December 22, 2012. Late submissions will not be accepted.

4.    Essays must be emailed as a Word attachment  to cfscjsf@socal.rr.com with Glenn Michelson Memorial Award in the subject line

5.    The winning essay will be selected by a committee compromised of California Scholarship Federation Board members.

Essays will be evaluated on the basis of the relevance to the prompt and quality of writing.

The winner will be notified by mid-February.

More information is available in the Counseling Office.

Website: California Scholarship Federation

California Association of Collectors Educational Foundation Scholarship

California Association of Collectors Educational Foundation Scholarship

Deadline January 15, 2013

First Award- $2,500       Second Award- $2,000      Third Award- $1,500

This scholarship is open to California high school seniors who are legal residents and plan to attend an accredited public or private college, university or trade school as a full time student. Recipients must show proof of attendance within 12 months of the award and show proof of enrollment in a minimum of 12 credit hours.

You will need to write a 700-1,000 word, double spaced, 12 point font typed essay on the following topic:

The Importance of Establishing and Maintaining Good Financial Credit During Your College Years. Do not include personal information (your name etc) and do not staple your essay.

What to Submit:

You must submit your essay and a copy of the completed copy of the application signed by you and your parent.

The application is available in the counseling office or you can download a copy from the CAC website: www.cacesf.org.

You can mail or fax your paper application to:

CAC Educational Scholarship Foundation

1455 Response Road, Suite 240

Sacramento, CA 95815

FAX: 916-929-7682

You can also email a digital copy to scholarship@calcollectors.net. Please be sure to email both the application and your essay at the same time.

Registration Deadline for January 26, 2013 SAT Test

SAT Registration deadline for the January 26, 2013 test is December 28, 2012. That falls during Winter Break so it’s a good idea to sign up now! If you are a member of the AVID club or on Free/Reduced lunch, come to the counseling office to see if you are eligible for a fee waiver. To register go too www.collegeboard.org.

Counseling Office Closed December 5-7

The Counseling Office will be closed from December 5 through 7, 2012 for a three day training. If you need assitance, you can call 707-441-2508 or 707-441-2591 and leave a message. You can also contact the counselors via email:

Monica Rivera: riveram@eurekacityschools.org
Audra Gosvener: gosvenera@eurekacityschools.org
Delores Haskamp: haskampd@eurekacityschools.org

Thank you for your patience.

President’s Scholars Program at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)

Application deadline: January 2, 2013

If you have applied to California State University Long Beach and are a potential valedictorian or National Scholars student, you may be interested in applying to the President’s Scholars Program. The deadline for submitting application and additional documents is January 2, 2013. For the application and more information, please click on the link below:

CSULB President’s Scholars Program