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March 30, 2015 – April 2, 2015
senior news & SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN
► Most applications are available online, unless otherwise specified
►For scholarships that indicate, “Must Be Nominated”, check with the Counseling Office
►Please note specific deadlines
►Filling out the FAFSA – This is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid & TOPS: www.fafsa.ed.gov.
►Please complete a Transcript Request Form to have hard copies of transcripts and ACT scores processed
►Electronic copies (SENDedu and Common APP) do not require a Transcript Request Form
►Secondary School Reports require information from your resume. Build your resume in Louisiana Connect.
►Remember: When you apply to a college, you can apply for scholarships at the various colleges. There is a
difference in TOPS Scholarships and University based scholarships. Colleges may have specific scholarships applicable
to you. Also: Many scholarships require letters of recommendation from your teacher, counselor or principal. When
you request a letter of recommendation, please allow two weeks for this to be returned to you. Please also include a
copy of your resume. Build your resume in LA Connect. See Mrs. Anderson for instructions.
SCHOLARSHIP
CRITERIA
DEADLINE
ELKS STUDENT OF
THE MONTH
SCHOLARSHIP
Each month a $500.00 scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding senior boy and
senior girl who demonstrate exemplary standards. Students should be well-rounded
with leadership, citizenship, service, and scholarship qualities. Students will compete
against other high school students in Caddo-Bossier area. See Mrs. Anderson for an
application. Applications are accepted each month.
The Lt. General (Ret.)
Edgar Starr Harris, Jr.
Scholarship
The Lt. General (Ret.) Edgar Starr Harris, Jr. Scholarship seeks applications from
students who aim to pursue a professional career in the United States military.
Applications are being accepted for the 2015-16 school year. Preference will be
given to students interested in a career with the U.S. Air Force and to dependents of
Air Force members currently serving or who have served at Barksdale Air Force
Base. Recipients must attend colleges or universities whose scholarship award terms
do not conflict with those of The Community Foundation. Requirements:1)Resume,
2)Transcript, 3)Original Essay – not to exceed 500 words. Visit www.cfnla.org to
apply.
March 30, 2015
CARRIE B. LEMON
ADGER
SCHOLARSHIP
The Carrie B. Lemon Adger Scholarship is being offered to youth in/or aging out of
foster care and children who have been adopted-formerly in foster care in the
Shreveport Region who wish to further their education beyond high school-including
College, University studies, Vocational and Job training and Correspondence courses.
Students must submit an essay on “Furthering my Education”. Applications are
available in the Counseling Department.
LULAC Council will award scholarships to qualified Hispanic students who are
enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college or university in the US.
Requirements: 1) Applicants must be a US citizen 2) Must have applied to enroll as a
full time student in college/university or vocational school 3) Student must not be
related to a scholarship committee member, Council President or and individual
contributor to the local funds of the Council. Application available in the Counseling
Dept. or visit the website at www.lnesc.org .
The Grambling University National Alumni Association, Inc. (GUNAA), Shreveport
Alumni Chapter, is pleased to offer scholarships to Caddo Parish high school students
interested in attending Grambling State University beginning in the fall semester
2015-2015 year. Payable over a two year period, the scholarships vary in range from
up to the coveted Eddie Robinson Scholarship. Applications are available in the
Counseling Department.
To qualify for the Balanced Man Scholarship, you must submit an application by
April 7th and enroll, full-time at Louisiana State University for the Fall 2015 term.
Applicants have no obligation to join or affiliate with SigEp to be eligible for the
scholarship. You can apply online at: http://lsusigep.com under the Balanced Man
Scholarship link. Applications are available in the Counseling Department.
March 31, 2015
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted in a bachelor and/or associate
degree seeking program in order to pursue a career in the restaurant, foodservice,
tourism, or hospitality industry. Courses of study can include but are not limited to
culinary, hospitality & tourism, business or management programs. Funds cannot go
to certificate programs. Applicants chosen as scholarship recipients must be classified
as full-time students in order for any funds to be disbursed to the educational
institution. (Full-time: enrolled in at least 12 hours or the equivalent.) Applications
available in the Counseling Department.
April 10, 2015
Postmark deadline
LULAC NATIONAL
SCHOLARSHIP
FUND
GRAMBLING
UNIVERSITY
NATIONAL ALUMNI
ASSOCIATION
(GUNAA)
SIGMA PHI EPISON
BALANCED MAN
SCHOLARSHIP
LRAEF – Louisiana
Restaurant Association
Education Foundation
Scholarship
MONTHLY by the
10TH
March 31 2015
April 3, 2015
April 7, 2015
March 30, 2015 – April 2, 2015
senior news & SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN
ON TRACK TEST
PREP
ACT Prep:
When: Saturday, April 4th , Saturday, April 11th and Monday, April 13th
Where: Loyola’s Anderson Building
Time: 8:00am until 3pm on Saturday and 4-5 on Monday
Cost: $300.00 Visit: www.ontracktestprep.com
April 4th
April 11th
April 13th
QEP RESOURCES
STEM
SCHOLARSHIP
QEP Resources is a leading independent crude oil and national gas exploration and
production company. They are pleased to invest in the next generation of science,
technology and engineering professionals through this scholarship program. QEP
will provide one $20,000, four year scholarship to an outstanding Louisiana high
school senior who is interested in pursuing a career in the energy industry.
Applications are available in the Counseling Department.
Pelican State Credit Union takes pride in our communities and the future of our
members. All scholarship applicants must meet the following criteria:
Current Pelican Member
Graduating high school senior of the current year
Pelican member in good standing at the time of the application
Must be scheduled to attend an accredited university for fall semester
GPA of a 2.5 or above. Note: Immediate family members of Pelican employees are
not eligible (defined as children, grandchildren and siblings).
April 15, 2015
HORATIO ALGER
ASSOCIATION
Seniors are invited to apply for the 2015 Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
Programs. The scholarship programs provide financial assistance to students
throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and
perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Scholarship criteria also include
high school graduation in spring/summer 2015, commitment to pursue and complete
a bachelor’s degree, and United States citizenship. www.hortioalger.org/scholarships
April 15, 2015
THE LINKS, INC
Scholarship
The Links, Incorporated, a community non-profit organization, will award up to four
$1000 scholarships to academically talented students from area high schools.
April 17, 2015
Postmark deadline
ANGELS OF FAITH
THEATRICAL
PRODUCTIONS –
Theatrical Scholarship
Angels of Faith Theatrical Productions is looking for high school seniors to apply for
a Theatrical Scholarship in the amount of $300.00. Students also have an opportunity
to win an additional $300.00 by entering their Amateur Acting contest. This contest
is not just open to seniors, but other students as well. There will be two age groups,
7-17 and 18 and up. Individuals in the age category of 7-17 will compete for
$150.00. Individuals in the age category of 18 and older will compete for $300.00.
Applications are available in the Counseling Depart. or at: www.angelsofaith.org.
The 2015 Student-View Scholarship Program is Offering $11,000 worth of
scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four – year college,
community/junior college or career school. Visit www.student-view.com to apply.
April 27, 2015
Residential Engineering Camp: Open to rising 9th 10th and 11th grade female students
who have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. The College will give preference to those students
with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Cost $400.00 (Inclusive of room and board. There is an
additional non-refundable $25.00 application fee.) A limited number of scholarships
are available to qualified students. Dates: July 12- 18, 2015. Check
www.eng.lsu.edu/prospective/camps for eligibility requirements and application
guidelines.
Residential Engineering Camp for high ability Multicultural Students: Open to rising
10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Cost: $400.00
(Inclusive of room and board. There is an additional non-refundable $25.00
application fee.) A limited number of need-based scholarships are available to
qualified students. Dates: July 14-20, 2015. Check
www.eng.lsu.edu/prospective/camps for eligibility requirements and application
guidelines.
The 2015 Michael J. Penn Memorial Scholarship is sponsored by the Home Builders
Association of Northwest Louisiana. This one-time $1000 scholarship will be
awarded to a graduating high school student who plans to attend a four-year college
and major in Construction Management, Building Science, or Architecture.
Applications are available in the Counseling Dept. or online at www.nwlahba.org.
April 24, 2015
NORTHWEST
LOUISIANA
ASSOCIATION OF
REALTORS
The Northwest Louisiana Association of Realtors Commercial Investment Division
(CID) 2015 Ernie Beauvais Memorial Scholarship Application is available in the
Counseling Department. Students must attach an essay of no more than 250 words
on “What A Commercial Realtor Can Do For You”. Please return applications to
the Northwest Louisiana Association of Realtors (NWLAR) c/o CID President, Mr.
Bruce Roberts.
May 1. 2015
THE LOUISIANA
LIONS SUMMER
CAMP
Scholarships Awarded: Ten $500 Scholarships are awarded at the end of camp to
college and college-bound students. The Louisiana Lions Camp is now accepting
applications for summer staff positions including Junior Counselor (minimum age
16), Senior counselor (minimum age 18), Activity instructors and assistants
(minimum age 18). Students with current certifications may apply for Lifeguard
positions. Camping session June 9 – July 25. To apply: www.lionscamp.org
May 15, 2015
PELICAN STATE
CREDIT UNION
SCHOLARSHIP
2015 Student-View
Scholarship Program
LSU-BR College of
Engineering
LSU-BR College of
Engineering
MICHAEL J. PENN
MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
April 15, 2015
Contest Applications
March 30 – May 4th
April 22, 2015
April 24, 2015
April 30, 2015
March 30, 2015 – April 2, 2015
senior news & SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN
LOU-ARK SECTION
SOCIETY OF
PETROLEUM
ENGINEERING, INC.
SCHOLARSHIP
SHREVEPORT
GEOLOGICAL
SOCIETY (SGS) 2014
SCHOLARSHIP
The Shreveport based chapter of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (Lou-Ark
Section) offers four separate $2000 scholarships each year to students registering at
an accredited university and enrolling in a curriculum leading to a degree in
Petroleum Engineering, or other related field.
Applications are available in the
Counseling Department. The deadline for applications is May 29, 2014.
COLLEGE SPORTS
SCHOLARSHIP (CSS)
Any current or former student athlete. You do not need to be a college athlete to
apply. Current or future college students *High School seniors who will be attending
college are eligible. Write a brief essay (1,000 words or less) describing a moment
where you took the role of a leader on the field, in the classroom or in the
community. Explain what you learned from that moment and how they have
impacted you. Email your essay along with your name, college or university, year of
graduation and contact information (so we can notify the winner) to
leadership@collegesportsscholarships.com. If you have any questions or concerns
you can email the contest directors at info@collegesportsscholarships.com .
COLLEGE
SCHOLARSHIPS
AND RESOURCES
1. Links to 70 online scholarship search sites...virtually every such site that exists.
2. An online GPA calculator that will accurately calculate up to 50 grades instantly.
3. Links to colleges with comprehensive programs for students with learning and
other disabilities.
4. Links to Catholic and Christian colleges by state.
5. Information on online colleges, community colleges, and four-year colleges by
state. http://www.college-scholarships.com
NROTC Scholarship ($180,000 value/130 colleges) – Open NOW –
www.nrotc.navy.mil ACT score of 22 or higher/SAT combined score of 1000 or
higher/an ASVAB score of 74 or higher.
NROTC
SCHOLARSHIP
COLLEGE PEAS
SCHOLARSHIPS
SGS attempts to identify those students that have scholastic achievement and
financial need. In addition, SGS seeks to award scholarships to those who have
demonstrated exceptional interest and ability in the field of geology and who will
continue to make positive contributions to geosciences throughout their career.
To qualify for the College Peas Standout Student Scholarship you must be a current
high school student and: Be a current high school student that Intends to enroll fulltime at a four-year college. Have a minimum GPA of 2.0/4.0. Submit a short essay
describing a special skill, talent or interest that helps you stand out from your peers.
The essay should be no longer than 100 words. Scholarship amount: $400 + a free
college admissions consultation with Mike Moyer. Plus, if your school posts a link to
this scholarship on their site you will get an extra $100 if you win.
http://www.collegepeas.com/scholarshipgreen/
ANNOUNCEMENT
Free Online Homework / Tutoring Services
The State Library of Louisiana offers FREE online tutoring to grades K - 12
Louisiana residents. Funding is through a Broadband USA grant through the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. One-on-one help from a live, qualified
tutor can be accessed from a Louisiana public library or from a home computer by
going to www.homeworkla.org. Tutors are available Sunday through Thursday 2:00
p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Tutors are certified teachers, professors, graduate school students,
college students and professionals who are experts in their field. For more
information, contact Angela Germany at agermany@slol.lib.la.us or 225-342-9716.
OnTrack Test Prep
OnTrack Test Prep, Inc. – helps students learn the strategies, fundamentals and
techniques essential for raising scores for the day of the actual test. Sign up by the
ACT Test registration deadline and receive a 10% discount for the prep class.
www.ontracktestprep.com .
ACT PREP
BOSSIER PARISH
COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
ACT Prep Bootcamp - Bossier Parish Community College will offer an ACT prep
course covering all sections of the ACT including English, Math, Reading, Science,
optional writing section, and test-taking strategies.
Cost: $249.00 Individual Workshops offered for $59.00 each.
Register online: www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation.
It's now time for students who plan to play college sports to begin the registration
process with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Students should register online at
www.eligibilitycenter.org. prior to having any transcripts or test scores sent. Sending
transcripts and/or test scores before the student registers can cause a delay in
matching the documents to the student, as well as delays in the student's certification.
NCAA ELIGIBILITY
CENTER
THE PRINCETON
REVIEW
Take a FREE Practice TEST.
Practice ACT Sunday – March 1, 2015 1-5 PM
Practice ACT Sunday – March 22, 2015 1-5 PM
Practice ACT Saturday – April 28, 2015 9a-1PM
ACT Scores Back Session Thursday – May 7, 2015 5:45 PM
Limited space visit www.princetonreview.com to register.
May 29, 2015
June 1, 2015
July 1, 2015
See Applications
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ANNOUNCEMENT
Bossier Parish
Community College
ASAP
Code for NCAA
when registering
for ACT and SAT
is 9999
Location
Shreve Memorial
Library –
Broadmoor Branch
March 30, 2015 – April 2, 2015
senior news & SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN
FAFSA WEBINAR!!!
LELA
Valuable Webinar for parents of college bound students. Step by step instructions on
completing your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Learn how to
complete the FAFSA on your lunch break - Wednesday, March 18, 2015 12:00 PM to
1:00 PM. Pre-Registration is Required. Contact Lela today to reserve your spot:
info@lela.org or 1(800)228-4755.
BOSSIER PARISH
COMMUNITY
COLLLEGE –
FAFSA MARATHON
The FAFSA MARATHON is an event that will allow high school seniors and/or
parents to come to the College to complete the 2015-2016 FAFSA. We are aware
that many students/parents could not attend College Goal Sunday in March or were
unable to complete the FAFSA at that time because they had not completed the 2014
federal tax return. The BPCC Financial Aid staff members will be on-hand to help
students complete the FAFSA and will be glad to answer any questions. We will
help all students/parents regardless of which College they are planning to attend.
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday
7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday
April 20 – April 23rd
Building F
Room 203
THE SHREVEPORTBOSSIRE ALUMNAE
PANHELLENIC
The Shreveport-Bossier Alumnae PanHellenic would like to invite graduating senior
girls and their parents to attend an informational meeting on Sorority Recruitment
Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at 5:30 pm. Location: East Ridge Country Club, 1000
Stewart Drive, Shreveport. Senior Girls interested in sorority recruitment next year
may come by the Counseling Department to pick up a flyer.
April 22, 2015
5:30 pm
East Ridge Country
Club
COLLEGE VISITS
SPARTAN
COLLEGE
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology campus visit. Come by the
Counseling Department to sign up to visit with the College Representative.
Mike LaFleur – Mike.LaFleur@Spartan.edu
DATE/LOCATION
Activity Period in
the Library.
April 1, 2015
Wednesday
March 18, 2015
12:00 PM -1:00 PM
The Senior News & Scholarship Bulletin is prepared weekly by Mrs. Anderson – lwanderson@caddoschools.org