If you are interested in taking the ASVAB test, it will be held this Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 8:30 am in the Lecture Hall here at EHS. Be sure to be here by 8:15 for check in. This test is approximately 3 hours long.
This test is free and you do need to sign up for it. The sign up sheet is in the Counseling Office so come and sign up today! We also have a good informational booklet that gives you more information about the test and why it's a useful tool for deciding on a career.
Here is a link to their website to give you more information about this test.
ASVAB
Thursday, January 12, 2012
February Scholarships to Apply For
We wanted to let you know about some scholarship opportunities that are just around the corner.
Due February 1, 2011- California State PTA Graduating High School Senior Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
Applications are available in the Counseling Office scholarship box.
Due February 1, 2012- Soroptimist International of Humboldt Bay & Eureka Distinguished Youth Scholarship
This is a scholarship that recognizes outstanding contributions made by young people to home, school, community, country and the world.
To be eligible you must be a graduating senior from a Eureka area high school, taken an active part in community service, have leadership qualities, and have pursued your goals with commitment and purpose.
Applications are in the Counseling office and must be postmarked by February 1, 1012 to be considered.
Due February 1, 2012 Beverage Industry College Scholarship Program
This scholarship is for graduating seniors who have a parent or grandparent employed full time with a company or individual holding a valid California wholesale liquor/beer/wine license. Licensees include hotels, restaurants, wholesale grocery/retail grocer/drug store/convenience stores/ wineries/breweries and others. Employment by student or other family member does not qualify. It mus be a parent or grandparent.
Applications for this scholarship are available exclusively online. For more information and to apply click on the link below:
Christermon Scholarship
Due February 8, 2012-KFC Scholars Scholarship Program
To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
KFC Scholars
We had a student win this scholarship last year so do apply!
These are just a few that are coming due in February. Check back often, we update this daily! You can also check the bulletin and of course, come in to the Counseling Office and check the Scholarship box.
Due February 1, 2011- California State PTA Graduating High School Senior Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a California resident
- Graduating from a California high school with a PTA/PTSA in good standing
- Be a member of you high school's PTA/PTSA and you will need a copy of your current PTA/PTSA membership card
Applications are available in the Counseling Office scholarship box.
Due February 1, 2012- Soroptimist International of Humboldt Bay & Eureka Distinguished Youth Scholarship
This is a scholarship that recognizes outstanding contributions made by young people to home, school, community, country and the world.
To be eligible you must be a graduating senior from a Eureka area high school, taken an active part in community service, have leadership qualities, and have pursued your goals with commitment and purpose.
Applications are in the Counseling office and must be postmarked by February 1, 1012 to be considered.
Due February 1, 2012 Beverage Industry College Scholarship Program
This scholarship is for graduating seniors who have a parent or grandparent employed full time with a company or individual holding a valid California wholesale liquor/beer/wine license. Licensees include hotels, restaurants, wholesale grocery/retail grocer/drug store/convenience stores/ wineries/breweries and others. Employment by student or other family member does not qualify. It mus be a parent or grandparent.
Applications for this scholarship are available exclusively online. For more information and to apply click on the link below:
Christermon Scholarship
Due February 8, 2012-KFC Scholars Scholarship Program
To be eligible for this scholarship you must:
- Graduate from high school this academic year
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Plan to pursue a BA at a public, in-state college or University (begin school no later than 9/30/12)
- Be a US citizen or permanent resident
- Demonstrate financial need
KFC Scholars
We had a student win this scholarship last year so do apply!
These are just a few that are coming due in February. Check back often, we update this daily! You can also check the bulletin and of course, come in to the Counseling Office and check the Scholarship box.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
California Association of Collectors Educational Scholarship
Deadline Monday, January 16, 2012
California Association fo Collectors is accepting applications. The deadline is Monday, January 16, 2012.
Each entry MUST include the completed application and the required essay and must be submitted at the same time.
Essay requirements:
Subject: Importance of Establishment and Maintaining Good Financial Credit During Your College Years.
All entries must be typed in 12 point font, double spaced and between 700-1,000 words with the word count included at the top of the essay.
First Award-$2,5000
Second Award-$2,000
Third Award-$1,5000
For more information and the application click on the link below:
eQuality Scholarships-Deadline January 17, 2012
Due January 17, 2012-eQuaility Scholarships
The eQuality Scholarship Collaborative awards scholarships to honor and encourage California students for their service to the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender community.
Eligible students fall into one of these categories:
- Resident of Northern or Central California who completed or expects to complete high school or equivalent between 1 Jul 2007 and 30 Jun 2012;
- Enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited ADN or BSN RN program in California; or
- Attending an accredited medical school in California or a California resident attending an accredited medical school elsewhere in the United States.
You will need official transcripts to send along with your applications. Request forms are available in both the Counseling Office and in the Registrar's Office (M103).
For more information and to apply, click on the link below:
Students of all sexual orientations and gender identities are eligible for all eQuality Scholarships.
PG&E Scholarship-Due 1/17/12
Deadline Tuesday, January 17, 2012
PG&E offers a wide variety of scholarships through it's Employee Resource Groups and the deadline for these is coming up next week! The Employee Resource Groups awarded $225,000 on scholarships to 153 awardees in 2011 within the PG&E service area.
To see what scholarships are available and to get the application and any supplemental applications go to their website:
PG&E
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
ASVAB Test Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 8:30 am
If you are interested in taking the ASVAB test, it will be held this Saturday, January 14, 2012 at 8:30 am in the Lecture Hall here at EHS. Be sure to be here by 8:15 for check in. This test is approximately 3 hours long.
This test is free and you do need to sign up for it. The sign up sheet is in the Counseling Office so come and sign up today! We also have a good informational booklet that gives you more information about the test and why it's a useful tool for deciding on a career.
Here is a link to their website to give you more information about this test.
ASVAB
This test is free and you do need to sign up for it. The sign up sheet is in the Counseling Office so come and sign up today! We also have a good informational booklet that gives you more information about the test and why it's a useful tool for deciding on a career.
Here is a link to their website to give you more information about this test.
ASVAB
Blackout Week and Finals
Counselors will not be making appointments with students during Blackout Week as teachers are preparing students for Finals. If you need to speak to your counselor, they will be available
before school, at lunch and after school as their schedules allow.
Finals Bell
2011 – 2012
Wednesday, January 18
Period 1: 8:20 – 10:20
Period 4: 10:36 – 12:36
Thursday, January 19
Period 2: 8:20 – 10:20
BREAK: 10:20 – 10:30
Period 5: 10:36 – 12:36
Friday, January 20
Period 3: 8:20 – 10:20
BREAK: 10:20 – 10:30
Period 6: 10:36 – 12:36
The new semester begins Monday, January 23, 2012
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