march 2013 scholarship information updated 3/8/13
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March 2013 SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
UPDATED 3/8/13
Unless otherwise noted, scholarships are targeted to seniors. Some information has been summarized and the applicant should refer to all original materials provided by the sponsoring organization. Students wishing to be competitive for scholarships should continue to challenge themselves academically and be involved in activities and do volunteer service. Request scholarship applications from Mrs. Allsup in the Counseling Center.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY THE
WASHBOARD.ORG Year round Various amounts Free, web-based, nonprofit scholarship
clearinghouse for Washington students seeking scholarships
Register at www.thewashboard.org.
HIGH FIVE
SCHOLARSHIPS.COM
Year round Various amounts High Five Scholarships is a website created to help you find free money for college.
Millions of scholarships Free ACT & SAT practice tests
Go to www.highfivescholarships.com for more information and to register.
MY COLLEGE
DOLLAR$
Year round Various amounts Connect now with the nearly $6 BILLION in available scholarship aid and $45 BILLION in federal and state grants.
http://apps.facebook.com/mycollegedollars/.
AMERICAN
LEGION NEED A LIFT
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Various Deadlines
Various Amounts Need a Lift?” is an electronic booklet updated annually to serve as a complete financial-aid reference guide to veterans, veterans’ dependents and members of the American Legion family. The guide is filled with scholarships, grants, fee waivers, student loans, and the organizations that offer them.
Access the electronic booklet @ www.needalift.org
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
WASHINGTON STATE
UNIVERSITY FUTURE
COUGARS OF COLOR
SCHOLARSHIP EVENT
March 8, 2013
$1000 for attending the Future Cougars of Color Event More scholarship opportunities will be available at the event
Washington state residents of any and all colors
Accepted to WSU Have filled out the WSU scholarship
application (which was due January 31st) Must register for the Future Cougars of Color
program by March 8th Must attend Future Cougars of Color event
March 22-23, 2013 Space is limited. Being eligible to attend does
not guarantee a spot at the event
For more information and to attend go to http://admission.wsu.edu/scholarships/fcoc/index.html
KELLY
FOUNDATION EWING C. KELLY SCHOLARSHIP
March 11, 2013
$2500 Applicant must be accepted, or have an application pending, at an accredited institution of higher learning, public or private;
Must be a senior-level student at a public or private high school (or home school);
Must have a composite score of 20 on the ACT or a composite score of 1400 on the SAT if planning to attend a 4-year school;
Must be a U.S. citizen or have a green card. Applicants will be judged on academic merit, Extra-curricular achievements-both scholastically and in the community and financial need.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
TACOMA
CHAPTER OF THE LINKS
SCHOLARSHIP
March 11, 2013
From $500 to $5000
1. Applicant must be a student of African descent pursuing an undergraduate degree, graduate degree, or technical training.
2. Applicant must be graduating from high school, continuing his/her educational training, or be attending a college or university in the United States during this current year.
3. Applicant must be registered at an educational institution on a full-or part-time basis as defined by the institution.
4. Applicant must have a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.7 or higher.
**The application has been revised. If you have filled out an application you should revisit the website and make any necessary changes. Applications are available in the Counseling Center. Scan and E-mail completed application, Recommendation Forms, and photographs to: [email protected] Handwritten applications will not be accepted.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY,
INC. TACOMA
ALUMNAE CHAPTER
SCHOLARSHIP
March 15, 2013
Various Amounts High School Student of African American Descent
Must be planning to attend a two-year college, planning to transfer to a four-year institution.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
KOHL’S CARES SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM
March 15, 2013
State Winners – $50 Kohl’s Gift Card Regional Winners – $1000 National Winners – $10,000
Students must be between the ages of 6 and 18 (as of March 15, 2013) and not yet a high school graduate.
The student’s volunteer actions should be described in detail on the nomination form.
Volunteer efforts must have occurred in the last year.
Winners will be chosen based on the benefits and outcomes of their volunteer service.
Nominators must be 21 or older.
To nominate a young volunteer go to http://www.kohlscorporation.com/communityRelations/sc
holarship/program-information.asp.
OLYMPIA BARBER
SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM
March 15, 2013
$500 towards tuition for first time barber or cosmetology students
Recipients are selected based on the following factors: Achievements Participation and leadership in the community
and school School interest in pursuing a career in the
industry Special consideration will be given to
dependents of military personnel
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
OLYMPIA MASTER
BUILDERS SCHOLARSHIP
March 15, 2013
1 $1500 Vocational Scholarship 1 $1500 Collegiate Scholarship 1 $2500 Ken Donohue Collegiate Scholarship
College or vocational/technical school bound students
Currently reside within Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific or Grays Harbor Counties
Are a U.S. citizen Intend to pursue studies leading to a career in the
building industry, such as: Engineering, Architecture, Drafting, Industrial Design, Carpentry or Construction Management
Evaluation Criteria: 25% Essay 20% Academic Record 15% Community Service/School Activities 15% Recommendations 10% Work Experience
15% Financial Need
Applications are available in the Counseling Center or online at http://www.omb.org/about-omb/scholarshipprogram.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
2013 WALMART DEPENDENT
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
March 15, 2013
Payments will be made two times annually in the amount of $1,625 per disbursement beginning with fall semester of the 2013-2014 academic year. Payments are dependent upon maintaining a term GPA of 2.0 or higher for the most recently funded term and full-time enrollment status.
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident
of the United States. Must be the dependent of an associate (employee) of
any division of Walmart who has been actively employed with Walmart for at least six consecutive months as of March 15, 2013. Dependents of Walmart Board of Directors and dependents of Walmart officers (vice president and above) are not eligible to apply.
Must be a high school or home school senior graduating or earning a GED between August 1, 2012 and July 31, 2013.
Must have financial need and be able to demonstrate the need with required documents. (Note: Students with other funds that pay entirely for tuition, books, fees, and on-campus room and board are ineligible.)
Apply online at http://www.act.org/walmart/depend/
WASHINGTON
STATE ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE
AMERICAN JUSTICE ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP
March 15, 2013
$3000 As part of the Washington State Association for Justice’s (WSAJ) commitment to foster an awareness and understanding of the important role that the civil justice system plays in our society, WSAJ sponsors an annual statewide student essay scholarship program. The essay topic deals with advocacy in the American justice system and related topics.
Apply through the WashBoard.org at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/Washington+State+Association+for+Justice/2013-2014/Washington+State+Association+for+Justice+American+Justice+Essay+Scholarship. See the application for the specifics.
WASHINGTON
STATE ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE PRESIDENTS’
SCHOLARSHIP
March 15, 2013
$2000 1. Demonstrated academic achievement and planned advancement toward a degree in an institution of higher learning. 2. A documented need for financial assistance. 3. A history of achievement despite having been a victim of injury or overcoming a disability, handicap, or similar challenge. 4. A record of commitment to helping people in need or protecting the rights of injured persons. 5. A plan or commitment to apply your education toward helping people. 6. Residency in Washington State. 7. High school seniors only.
Apply through the WashBoard.org at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/Washington+State+Association+for+Justice/2013-2014/Washington+State+Association+for+Justice+Presidents+Scholarship. See the application for the specifics.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. ETA MU ZETA
CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP
March 15, 2013
$500 1. Available to graduating High School Seniors graduating in either Pierce County or Thurston County.
2. Applicants must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
3. Recipient must demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities and extensive community involvement. Applicants will be required to provide documentation of service activities.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
NORTH
THURSTON KIWANIS
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
March 22, 2013
1 @ $2000 1 @ $1500
Student must be a 2013 graduate of North Thurston, Timberline, River Ridge, South Sound, John Paul II or Northwest Christian High School
GPA of 3.0 or higher Student must be active in community service Preference will be given to a community
service member (i.e. KEY Club, Interact, National Honor Society), but all candidates will be judged on their merits.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center or apply online at http://norththurstonkiwanis.org/site/scholarships-2/scholarship-applications/scholarship-application-2/
CENTRAL
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF ART
SCHOLARSHIPS
March 25, 2013
Various Amounts The Department of Art at Central Washington University is pleased to offer a variety of scholarship opportunities.
For more information and applications go to http://www.cwu.edu/art/department-art-scholarships.
FORT LEWIS
FAMILY MEMBER SCHOLARHIP
FUND
March 28, 2013
Various Amounts You are eligible to apply if you: Have a valid military ID card AND Are the immediate family member (child or
spouse) of an active duty Soldier assigned to and residing within a 50 mile radius of JBLM
OR Are a surviving family member of a Soldier last
assigned to and residing within a 50 mile radius of JBLM
OR Are a family member of a retired Soldier
residing within a 50 mile radius of JBLM See the application for more specifics.
Fort Lewis Family Member Scholarship application packets are available online (in a downloadable fill-in form) at: www.fortlewisscholarship.com
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
WOIS SCHOLARSHIP
Change in due date March 28, 2013 to Mrs. Allsup
$500 to $1000 Timberline can nominate one student for this scholarship. 1. Applicants must submit in 300 words how
WOIS helped with your career and educational planning.
2. Please tell us about your educational plans in 300 words for the coming year.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
ALPHA KAPPA
ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
ZETA OMEGA OMEGA CHAPTER
March 29, 2013
$500 to $1000 Each applicant must be: 1. An African American student 2. A citizen of the United States 3. Graduating high school senior this current
year, with an earned GPA of 2.7 or higher 4. Planning to attend an accredited university,
college or technical institution
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
ELECTRONIC
SECURITY ASSOCIATION
(ESA) OF WASHINGTON SCHOLARSHIP
March 29, 2013
$1000 2013 Graduating senior not older than age 20 Accepted for admission to an accredited
college or university matriculating in 2013 Each eligible student must have a father,
mother or natural guardian who meets the following qualifications: Full-time active employee in Washington
State Parent must be a Washington State full-
time paid member of the police or sheriff’s department or fire department. Parent/guardian may also be a volunteer member of a fire department in Washington State.
Parent or guardian must be a full-time public safety officer (police/fire).
See the application for more specifics.
Download an application at: http://waesa.org/scholarships.html
The application is also available through the www.WashBoard.org.
TIMBERLINE
BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
March 29, 2013 by 11:00 am to Mrs. Allsup
Up to four $500 scholarships
A parent or guardian must be a current THS Booster Club Member.
Recipient must be a THS graduating senior. Selection Criteria Each application will be scored by judges who will assign a point value. All scores will then be totaled. Scholarships will be scored using the following system:
Academic Achievement
Parental involvement in Booster Club activities
Extra Curricular Activities
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY Essay
WASHINGTON
COALITION FOR OPEN
GOVERNMENT HIGH SCHOOL
ESSAY CONTEST
March 29, 2013
$1000 2013 Topic: “Why do we need Washington’s open-government laws? What would it be like without them?”
Essays must be 500 to 700 words Must be current junior or senior Judging Criteria:
Clearness of expression and thought
Demonstrated understanding of the Public Records Act and Open Meetings Act Has one real-life example
Submitted essay is 500 to 700 words.
Represents the original work of the contestant
Care has been taken to avoid plagiarism – the deliberate copying of material written by others. Use proper attribution.
Application is available at http://www.washingtoncog.org/scott_johnson_sa_award.php.
BOEING
EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIPS
March 31, 2013
25 @ $2500 each Only BECU members may apply. Accounts must be in the name of the applicant. See membership eligibility details.
Applicants must be students with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Students must be a graduating high school senior or a full-time undergraduate
All scholarship recipients must attend college full time. Post-graduate, Masters or Doctorate candidates are not eligible to apply.
Previous recipients may not apply for additional scholarships
Apply online at http://www.becu.org/who-is/foundation.aspx
TWIN STAR
CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP
March 31, 2013
$1000 Graduating senior Applicant must be a member of the Credit
Union, in good standing Completed applications must be submitted no
later than March 31, 2013
Download an application at https://www.twinstarcu.com/c/scholarships-0 or pickup an application in the Counseling Center.
AMERICAN COLLEGE
FOUNDATION VISIONARY
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
April 1, 2013 Awards range from $1000 to $5000
Currently enrolled as a High School Freshman, Sophomore, Junior or Senior
Must be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen
Financial need is NOT considered; all income levels may apply.
Apply online at: http://americancollegefoundation.org/college_planning/visionary_scholarship_terms.aspx
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
MY FAVORITE AUNT & UNCLE
DREAM SCHOLARSHIP
April 1, 2013 $2000 Inspired by Aunt Jessie Caskie and Uncle Gerald Rose, this scholarship seeks to encourage and financially support the dreams of first generation college bound students.
Apply online at the Washboard.org at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/My+Favorite+Aunt++Uncle+Dream+Scholarship+Fund/2013-2014/My+Favorite+Aunt++Uncle+Dream+Scholarship.
O BEE CREDIT
UNION SCHOLARSHIP
April 1, 2013 $1000 to a Timberline Student $1000 O Bee Credit Union’s Member Scholarship Program
Graduating senior This scholarship will be awarded on the basis
of need Applicant must attend an accredited university,
college or trade school during the specific academic year
The application can be completed online as well as in writing. The application is available at https://www.obee.com/pages/youth-services/scholarships.php. The application is also available on http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/O+Bee+Credit+Union/2013-2014/O+Bee+Credit+Union+Scholarship.
SHUE
SCHOLARSHIP 2013 – Art Majors
April 1, 2013 Graduating high school seniors from North Thurston Public Schools in 2013
Must be attending a university, college, community college or art school in the United States in 2013
Plan to major in Art, e.g. drawing, painting, graphic arts, art instruction
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
FILIPINO-
AMERICAN COMMUNITY OF SOUTH PUGET
SOUND (FACSPS) SCHOLARSHIP
April 2, 2013 $500 Applicants do not have to be members of the FACSPS organization nor do they have to be of Filipino heritage to apply.
This application form should be submitted by high school seniors attending South Sound (Thurston County) area schools.
Applicants should be applying to a university or community college in the upcoming academic year.
An official transcript (one that is signed & sealed by the school) showing courses through Fall Term of the senior year must be included & mailed with application.
GPA of at least a 3.0. Evaluation based on:
o Academic performance o Financial need o Participation in school and community
activities o Educational goals
Applications are available at www.facsps.org (the application is below the pictures) or in the Counseling Center.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
OLYMPIA LODGE
#1 MASONIC
SCHOLARSHIP
April 4, 2013 1 @ $1000 3 @ $ 500
Graduating high school senior Have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership and/or volunteerism.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
NORTHWEST
THRIFT STORE FOSTER YOUTH SCHOLARSHP
2013
April 5, 2013 Scholarships range from $1000 to $2500
Be enrolled as a Washington State high school senior and on track to graduate from high school during the 2012-2013 academic year
Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 or greater
Plan to enroll in college on a full-time basis, beginning the fall term of 2013, and complete a program of study at an eligible, nonprofit accredited public or independent college or university in the state of Washington
Have resided in Washington State for at least three academic years prior to high school graduation
Currently in an open dependency court order that resulted from intervention by Washington State on their behalf and they have been placed in any of the following living situations:
Foster Care
Family Foster Care, with non-relative adults o Kinship Care, with relatives o Residential/Group Care
Dependency Guardianship (with either relatives or non-relatives)
Guardianship (with either relatives or non-relatives)
Download descriptions of scholarships and application at http://www.nwthriftstore.com/
SOUND CREDIT
UNION SCHOLARSHIP
April 5, 2013 Between $500 and $1000
Be a primary member of Sound Credit Union by November 30, 2012
Be a senior attending high school Have a 3.00 GPA Be student in good standing
Applications are available in the Counseling Center. The application is also available through the http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/Sound+Credit+Union/2013-2014/Sound+Credit+Union+Scholarships.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
WESTERN WASHINGTON
NATIVE AMERICAN
EDUCATION CONSORTIUM SPRING 2013
MERIT AWARD
April 8, 2013 Up to six Awards @ $566 each
Native American high school Seniors Planning to attend an accredited two or four-
year college, tribal college or university, to include vocational or technical institutes.
Minimum GPA of 2.0 Enrolled in a school where Native Education
Counselor is a member of WWNAEC. (See Mrs. Allsup in the Counseling Center for the NTPS contact person)
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF
SOUTH PUGET SOUND
THE LEARNING
SEED SCHOLARSHIP
April 12, 2013 before 5:00 p.m.
$1000 Graduating high school senior This scholarship is designed to benefit
students of color who have overcome significant obstacles and demonstrate a commitment to others.
Selection of award will be based on a combination of financial need and merit.
Applications are available at http://thecommunityfoundation.com/scholarship/. The application is also available at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/The+Community+Foundation+of+South+Puget+Sound/2013-2014/Learning+Seed+Foundation+Scholarship.
RAY KIDWILER
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
LACEY CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE
April 12, 2013
1 @ $1000 1 @ $ 500
Be a member of the 2013 graduating class of a high school within the North Thurston Public School boundaries.
Plan to enter the private enterprise system (meaning, one in which private business owners operate competitively with minimal government interference) upon completing their post-secondary studies.
For formal study at an accredited college, university, technical or vocational school during the 2013-2014 school year. (This is not a scholastic scholarship).
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
ROTARY CLUB OF
LACEY
“SERVICE ABOVE SELF”/INTERACT
SCHOLARSHIP
April 15, 2013
Two @ $2500 four year renewable scholarships One @ $2000 four year renewable scholarship One $2000 four year renewable scholarship Four $2500 one year scholarships
Graduating seniors of public and private high schools within the boundaries of the North Thurston School District
Applicants must have demonstrated a desire to improve life in their community and who demonstrate “Service Above Self” as an integral part of their daily lives. This generally means service to the community by individual actions and/or involvement in projects of any school, civic, charitable or religious organization
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
THE SEATTLE MARINERS
THE BEV AND WES STOCK
SCHOLARSHIP
April 15, 2013
$4000 This scholarship is presented to a deserving student who seeks an athletic-related career, demonstrates good character, and has strong academic performance. Applicants should plan to attend a four-year college or university.
The application is available through the WashBoard.org at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/The+Seattle+Mariners+Womens+Club/2013-2014/The+Bev+and+Wes+Stock+Scholarship. See the application for the specifics.
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
NIKKEI ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
April 15, 2013
Generally, five awards ranging from $2000-$2500
Financial need Academic achievement Community service, especially to the Asian-
American community
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
2013 LAW DAY
SPEECH CONTEST
April 16, 2013 RSVP
$1800 to be split among the top three speeches
This year’s speech topic will center on the issue of “Gun Violence in America” and the best legal, social and/or moral response to this issue. As part of your speech, you should discuss the balance between an individual’s right to bear arms versus an individual’s safety from gun violence. The speech should be 5-7 minutes long.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center. TO RSVP by April 16, 2013 OR IF YOU HAVE SPECIFIC QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SPEECH CONTEST OR THE TOPIC, PLEASE CONTACT A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE THURSTON COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION AT [email protected]. Address and Directions: THE THURSTON COUNTY SUPERIOR COURTHOUSE 2000 LAKERIDGE DR SW, BLDG #2 OLYMPIA 98502
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON PHI KAPPA PSI FRATERNITY
PAUL R. WINEMAN FRESHMAN
SCHOLARSHIP
April 20, 2013
1 @ $1000 4 @ $ 500
Male student who will be attending the UW beginning fall of 2013
Membership or commitment of membership in Phi Kappa Psi is not a requirement to win a scholarship
Academic excellence Strong background in community involvement
and community service hours Leadership experience that goes beyond the
classroom
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
2013
STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP
April 21, 2013
1 @ $4000 2 @ $1000 9 @ $ 500
* NO minimum SAT or ACT score * NO minimum grade point average * NO lengthy, time-consuming paperwork * NO essays * NO application fees Simply complete a 15-25 minute online survey about local colleges. You will then be automatically entered into a random drawing for a scholarship award.
Simply log on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area.
The scholarship will be awarded via a random drawing of all completed applications.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
ASIAN PACIFIC COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
FUND VERIZON SCHOLARSHIP
AWARDS PROGRAM 2013 –
1ST CYCLE
April 30, 2013
10 @ $10,000 The Asian Pacific Community Fund partners with Verizon to financially assist students in pursuit of higher education as they face the challenge of significantly rising costs of obtaining a college degree. These awards will support those who excel academically, are leaders amongst their peers and are making a positive impact in the Asian and Pacific Islander communities. See the application for the specifics.
The application is available through the WashBoard.org at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/Asian+Pacific+Community+Fund/2013-2014/Asian+Pacific+Community+Fund+Verizon+Scholarship+Awards+Program+2013+-+1st+Cycle.
KLQ FOUNDATION
SCHOLARSHIP
April 30, 2013
Seven scholarships with a total value of up to $7000
Applicant must be a Washington State resident.
Applicant must be a student in good standing. Applicant must maintain at least a 2.8 GPA for
academic scholarship and 2.0 GPA for vocational/technical scholarship through senior year of high school.
Application is open to all Quality Rentals employees' dependents as well as local high school students and college students.
We plan to award at least seven (7) scholarships totaling up to $7000.00. Scholarships may be renewable.
All money disbursements will be paid directly to the student's college, university or technical/vocational school of choice.
Download an application at http://www.klqfoundation.org/index.php?page=blog Selection process:
25% Essay 25% Financial Need 20% Academic Performance 10% Community Involvement 10% References 10% High School Activities
THE MATRONS
CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
April 30, 2013
Various Amounts 1. African American Senior 2. Plans to attend a four-year college or
university, or will enroll in a two-year college. 3. High school transcript, minimum GPA of 2.5 4. School and community activities
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
NORTH THURSTON EDUCATION
FOUNDATION
DAVIES VOCATIONAL-
TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIP
April 30, 2013 to Mrs. Allsup
$2000 The recipient shall be a graduate from a district high school.
The recipient shall demonstrate financial need for the scholarship showing that absence of assistance would make post-high school training difficult or impossible.
Primary consideration will be given to those graduates who have completed a high school course of study in vocational-technical education.
Consideration will be given to those students who plan to pursue post high school studies related to their high school vocational-technical course work.
The recipient shall demonstrate good leadership qualities and ability to succeed at a post-secondary vocational training institution.
The application can be found at http://www.ntef.org/scholarships/davies-vocational-technical-scholarship/. Complete the application and return to Mrs. Allsup by April 30, 2013.
NORTH THURSTON EDUCATION
FOUNDATION
JEANNETTE HOSTETTER FORD
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
April 30, 2013 to Mrs. Allsup
$2000 1. The recipient shall be a graduate from a district high school. 2. The recipient shall have demonstrated skills necessary to succeed in the chosen post-secondary school. 3. The recipient shall have demonstrated good citizenship and leadership qualities. 4. The recipient shall intend to pursue a career in the field of education or history upon completion of post-secondary education.
The application can be found http://www.ntef.org/scholarships/jeannette-hostetter-ford-memorial-scholarship/. Complete the application and return to Mrs. Allsup by April 30, 2013.
NORTH
THURSTON EDUCATION
FOUNDATION
JOHN GOTT EDUCATION
SCHOLARSHIP
April 30, 2013 to Mrs. Allsup
$2000 1. Graduating senior intending to pursue a
career in education.
2. The recipient shall be a graduate from a district
high school.
3. The recipient shall have demonstrated skills
necessary to succeed in the chosen post-
secondary school.
4. The recipient shall have demonstrated good
citizenship and leadership qualities.
5. The recipient shall intend to pursue a
career in the field of education upon
completion of post-secondary education.
The application can be found at http://www.ntef.org/scholarships/john-gott-education-scholarship/. Complete the application and return to Mrs. Allsup by April 30, 2013.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
NORTH THURSTON EDUCATION
FOUNDATION
**FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
**ROY PEDERSEN
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
April 30, 2013 to Mrs. Allsup
Foundation Scholarship – One $2000 scholarship to a graduating Timberline senior Roy Pedersen Memorial Scholarship - $2000
1. The recipient shall be a graduate from a district high school. 2. The recipient shall have demonstrated skills necessary to succeed in the chosen post-secondary school. 3. The recipient shall have demonstrated good citizenship and leadership qualities. 4. The recipient shall have a need for financial assistance to meet educational goals.
The application can be found at http://www.ntef.org/scholarships/roy-pedersen-memorial-scholarship/. Complete the application and return to Mrs. Allsup by April 30, 2013. **Applicants need only submit one application package. The selection committee will award the Pedersen scholarship to qualified applicants within the general foundation scholarship applicant pool.
NORTH
THURSTON EDUCATION
FOUNDATION
LISA CORWIN MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
April 30, 2013 to Mrs. Allsup
$1000 – With evidence of success each year, the scholarship is renewable for $1000 a year for three additional years, to total $4000
1. Open to graduating seniors in all high schools in the district. 2. The recipient shall have demonstrated academic success, good citizenship and leadership skills. 3. Priority is given to applications to colleges / universities outside the 13 Western states that include Washington, Oregon, California, Alaska, Hawaii, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Wyoming, Colorado, or New Mexico. May be used for colleges/universities in the mid-west, east and south.
The application can be found at http://www.ntef.org/scholarships/lisa-corwin-memorial-scholarship/ . Complete the application and return to Mrs. Allsup by April 30, 2013.
GILDA’S CLUB
SEATTLE IT’S ALWAYS
SOMETHING TEEN WRITING CONTEST
May 1, 2013 Various Amounts For grades 9 – 12
Have you survived cancer?
Have you watched a family member or friend deal with cancer?
What was it like to watch someone your own age go through cancer?
Guy Robichaud Prize will be awarded to winners who have submitted essays about their personal experience with a cancer diagnosis. Kai Leamer Prizes will be awarded to winners who have submitted essays about the cancer experience of a friend or loved one.
Please submit you essay at https://www.gildasclubseattle.org/contactUs/WritingContest.php
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
ARMY EMERGENCY
RELIEF MG JAMES URSANO
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
FOR DEPENDENT
CHILDREN OF ACTIVE, RETIRED AND DECEASED
SOLDIERS
May 1, 2013 Various Amounts Student must be enrolled full time as an undergraduate student for the entire academic year at a school accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. (Because financial need is already met, students attending Service Academies are not eligible.) • Student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale • Student must be a dependent of a Soldier on federal active duty, a retired Soldier, or a deceased active or deceased retired Soldier
To be a dependent, the student must: � Be under the age of 23 (Eligibility ends at the end of the semester/term in which the student reaches their 23rd birthday. Example – turning 23 in December would mean the scholarship would be awarded for fall term ONLY.) � Be registered in DEERS � Remain unmarried for the entire academic year � Not be a member of the National Guard, Reserves, or other active duty military branch
Apply online at http://www.aerhq.org/dnn563/Scholarships/DependentChildren.aspx
NORDSTROM
TEN4U SCHOLARSHIP
May 1, 2013 $10,000 The Nordstrom Scholarship is open to high school juniors who:
Live and attend school in a state with a Nordstrom or Nordstrom Rack store. Not sure if there's a store in your state? See our store locations.
Have at least a 2.7 GPA. Volunteer or participate in community service
or extracurricular activities. Plan on attending an accredited college or
university during all four years over which the scholarship is distributed. (The scholarship is paid out in equal installments of $2,500.)
Plan on applying for financial assistance in order to attend college.
Apply online at http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship?cm_ven=google&cm_cat=scholarship&cm_pla=northwest&cm_ite=scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF
SOUTH PUGET SOUND
DAN R.
MONTGOMERY SCHOLARSHIP
May 3, 2013 Before 5:00 p.m.
$1000 Applicants must have already been accepted for admission to two or four-year institution
Plan to pursue a professional law enforcement career
Plan to attend a college or university in Washington State will be given preference
Applications are available at http://thecommunityfoundation.com/scholarship/. The application is also available at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/The+Community+Foundation+of+South+Puget+Sound/2013-2014/Dan+R+Montgomery+Scholarship.
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF
SOUTH PUGET SOUND
L & E BOTTLING
COMPANY
May 3, 2013 Before 5:00 p.m.
$1000 Graduating high school seniors in Thurston County in obtaining a higher education.
Selection of award recipients is based on a combination of merit and financial need.
Two or four-year institution: Applicants must have already been accepted for admission to a two or four-year institution.
Applications are available at http://thecommunityfoundation.com/scholarship/.
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF
SOUTH PUGET SOUND
WILLIAM &
DOROTHY JUDAH SCHOLARSHIP
May 3, 2013 Before 5:00 p.m.
$1000 Thurston County high school graduates attending a Washington public college or university. Those attending private colleges are not eligible for this award.
Preference will be given to those pursuing a career in teaching.
Selection will be based on merit. Merit is determined by using the following factors: Demonstrated Academic Ability, Career Goals, Extracurricular Activities/Community Service, Life Experience and Applicant Appraisal.
Applications are available at http://thecommunityfoundation.com/scholarship/. The application is also available at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/The+Community+Foundation+of+South+Puget+Sound/2013-2014/William+and+Dorothy+Judah+Scholarship.
IMAGINE AMERICA
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
May 3, 2013 5 @ $1000 Timberline can nominate up to 5 graduating seniors for this.
Plan to attend any of over 500 participating career colleges across the country
Only recent high school graduates who meet the following recommended guidelines should apply:
Likelihood of successful completion of postsecondary education
High school grade point average of 2.5 or greater
Financial need Demonstrated voluntary community service
during senior year
For more information, find participating schools and to apply go to http://www.imagine-
america.org/highschoolscholarships.
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
BEROL-SHINDELL SCHOLARSHIP
May 4, 2013 Partial Tuition Graduating senior attending the UW during the 2013-2014 academic school year
Jewish students in financial need
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
NORTHWEST
CAREER COLLEGES
FEDERATION CAREERS THAT
WORK SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAM
May 10, 2013 To Mrs. Allsup
5 @ $1000 Timberline can nominate five students.
The career schools and colleges participating in the scholarship program offer a wide range of training programs that lead to specific job opportunities.
Contact Mrs. Allsup in the Counseling Center for more information and list of participating schools.
OLYMPIA GARDEN
CLUB HORTICULTURE SCHOLARSHIP
May 15, 2013
$1000 Must be a Thurston County graduating high school senior
Plan to take a first year course in ecology, dendrology (study of trees and shrubs), floriculture, horticulture, forestry, landscape design/management or related subject at an accredited college university or vocational school in the state of Washington.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
PACIFIC
NORTHWEST TOOL
COLLECTORS SCHOLARSHIP
June 1, 2013 $1500 To assist students over the age of 17 who want to continue their education beyond high school, especially in fields that use traditional tools. Examples include Auto Mechanics Technology, Boat Building, Diesel Technology, Machining Technology, HVAC Technology, Construction Technology, Foundry Pattern Making, Model Making, Welding Technology, Auto Restoration, Cabinet Making and other careers that make use of "traditional tools."
The application is also available through the www.WashBoard.org at http://www.thewashboard.org/ScholarshipDetails/Pacific+Northwest+Tool+Collectors/2013-2014/Pacific+Northwest+Tool+Collectors
GENE
JUAREZ ACADEMY
SCHOLARSHIP
June 14, 2013
Up to $1000 Graduate from high school in 2013 Complete and return the scholarship
application by June 14, 2013 Complete a personal interview with a Gene
Juarez Academy Admissions Representative Meet all admission requirements and be
accepted to Gene Juarez Academy
Begin classes at Gene Juarez Academy by September 2013
To apply go to www.genejuarezacademy.com/enrollment-admissions-hair-stylist-career/high-school-seniors-scholarships-beauty-career.html
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE AWARD ELIGIBILITY HOW TO APPLY
BIG SUN SCHOLARSHIP
June 21, 2013
$500 High school seniors Student athletes
Application information is available at www.bigsunathletics.com/
FREEDOM ALLIANCE
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
July 31, 2013
Covers a significant portion of tuition depending on need
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has become permanently disabled as a result of an operational mission or training accident.
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has been killed in action.
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Guardsman or Marine who has been killed in action.
The dependent son or daughter of a U.S. Soldier, Sailor, Airman Guardsman or Marine who has been classified as Prisoner of War, (POW) or Missing in Action (MIA).
Currently in their senior year of high school, a high school graduate or a currently enrolled full time undergraduate student.
Under the age of 26 at the time of application.
Apply at http://www.fascholarship.com/qualifications/.