CTC Connection Week of November 18-30, 2009

Counselor’s Notes

• Seniors can find financial aid, scholarship and college information at www.scholarships.com
• FAFSA           http://www.fafsa.ed.gov      You will have to apply online.
• College Career and Financial Aid Information www.mapping-your-future.org, www.fastweb.com and www.finaid.com  
• Student Guide to Financial Aid available from Mrs. Wild. 
• www.fastweb.com and www.finaid.com  
• The Missouri Minority Teacher Education Scholarship Program The Missouri Minority Teaching Scholarship is a $3000 award, which is renewable for up to four years. Applicants must be a resident of Missouri, be an African-American, Asisan-American, Hispanic-American or Native American, be a high school senior, college student, or returning adult (without a degree) who ranked in the top 25% of their high school class or scored at or above the 75th percentile on the ACT or SAT examination. http://www.dese.mo.gov/divteachqual/scholarships/
• The Project 21 Scholarship Program"Project 21" is a public awareness campaign designed to encourage young people to help educate other youth about the dangers and consequences of underage gambling. The scholarship competition is open to all Missouri high school seniors planning to attend an institution of higher education in the United States.  The "Project 21 Scholarship Program", sponsored by the Missouri Gaming Association, is calling for student submissions in the form of articles, posters or videos addressing the issue of underage gambling. Submissions must be published in the student’s school newspaper or magazine, or displayed at the school between January 1st and February 28th. The deadline for submissions is March 5th. The Missouri Gaming Association will award two $1,500 scholarships and four $1,000 scholarships. http://missouricasinos.org/pdfs/project_21_2009.pdf
• Access Missouri Financial Assistance Program The Access Missouri Financial Assistance Program provides need-based grants of up to $4,600 to students attending a two-year or four-year public or private college or university in the state of Missouri. To qualify, students must be Missouri residents and must complete the FAFSA by April 1 each year.
• Bank of America Student Leaders Bank of America Student Leaders get to participate in an all-expense paid Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. during the week of July 13-18. This program will provide you with valuable perspective on many civic, social and business partnerships within the community. The combination of internship experience at a nonprofit and leadership development through the Bank of America Student Leadership Summit will develop your skills and strengthen your understanding as you continue to engage in building your communities. For more information about the Bank of America Student Leader Scholarship, please visit: http://www.bankofamerica.com/foundation/
• Best Buy Scholarship Best Buy Scholarships are available to current high school students in grades 9-12 who plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two or four-year college or university or vocational-technical school in the Unites States. A total of 1,000 students will each receive a $1,500 scholarship. If you're a 9-12 grade student who plans to attend post-secondary education, have solid grades and are involved in community service or work experience, you'll want to check out this opportunity!For more information, please visit: http://bestbuy.com/scholarships
• Gates Millennium Scholars Program The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS), funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander Americans, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education, in all discipline areas and a graduate education for those students pursuing studies in mathematics, science, engineering, education, or library science. : http://www.gmsp.org
• HSF/ Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Scholarship  The Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. High School Scholarship Program is available on a competitive basis to graduating high school seniors of Hispanic heritage from selected geographical locations. Students must be enrolled full-time as a first year freshmen during the upcoming academic year. Awards are in the amount of $2,500. Eligibility Requirements » Be of Hispanic heritage » Be a U.S. Citizen or a legal permanent resident with permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired) » Must be a current Sophomore, Junior, Senior, 1st or 2nd year Masters student enrolled full-time in a degree-seeking program at an accredited U. Please visit https://apply.hsf.net to apply online.
• The Dell Scholars Program
  The Dell Scholars Program enables more underserved students with financial need to achieve their greatest potential through higher education.The Dell Scholars Program is offered to those high school students participating in an approved AVID program. The funding for each Dell Scholar is substantial: $20,000. The value of these 250 scholarships equals $5.0 million. MSDF believes that funding a significant percentage of their college expenses will enable these students to focus on their college studies and complete their bachelor program. http://www.dellscholars.org/public/
• The Toyota Community Scholars Award
  High schools nationwide are asked to nominate one student for the Toyota Community Scholars program. The school's nominee should have a consistent record of academic excellence, be active in school programs, and be recognized as a leader by his/her peers and instructors. In addition, the nominee must have initiated or be actively involved in a service program that addresses a school or community need. Students who fit this profile should contact the school guidance counselor at their high school to learn more about the nomination process. 
• An opportunity for students interested in agriculture:  The Missouri Youth Pork Ambassador Program is designed to provide youth with an opportunity to become actively involved in the pork industry. The program will help youth develop strong relationships with both pork producers and allied industry members. It is an opportunity to learn about pork production and the industry and to improve communication and leadership skills. The main goal of the Youth Pork Ambassador is to promote the Missouri Pork Association and the pork industry at various events. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience and develop relationships that will last a lifetime. The Ambassador will also receive a $1,000 scholarship, payable to a technical school, community college or 4-year University at the end of the program.  Due December 15, 2009. More information about this program as well as a link to the application is available at :  http://www.mopork.com/youth_youthporkambassador.aspThe Show-Me Chapter offers a $2000 and a $1000 scholarship for a high school senior or undergraduate. This is an essay contest. Information can be found at http://www.swcs.missouri.edu/Scholarships/ShowMeSWCS_Scholarship/ScholarshipInfo.htm. Applications must be postmarked by November 30th.
• FAFSA           http://www.fafsa.ed.gov      You will have to apply online.
• Seniors can find financial aid, scholarship and college information at www.scholarships.com.

Job Opportunities (See Mrs. Wild’s and Ms. Swope’s BullEtin Board)