LHS College & Career Newsletter
March 2017, Volume XIV, Issue 5
Senoritis (a non-medical term)
Sen·ior·i·tis
ˌsēnyəˈrīdəs/
noun
humorous
a supposed affliction of students in their final year of high school or college, characterized by a decline in motivation or performance.
"I try not to let my grades suffer from my senioritis"
*Reference - Google
Seniors, you have appoximately two months left of school. Finish strong! Don't let "senioritis" get the best of you. You're not done until the ink is dry on that final report card and you successfully walk across the stage at the Xfinity Center. If you are struggling in your classes, ask for help. Attend school and complete your work everyday. Help your fellow seniors out to ensure they graduate in May!
Click the link below to read an interesting article about senioritis and how it can affect you.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kat-cohen/truth-about-senioritis_b_9040680.html
SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL STUDENTS
Name of Scholarship: American Foreign Service Association’s National High School Essay Contest
Amount: $2500 + trip to Washington, DC to meet the Secretary of State
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: 9th-12th grade; Submit essay answering specific questions
Website or Contact Information: http://www.afsa.org/essay-contest
Name of Scholarship: B’nai B’rith International Diverse Minds Writing Challenge
Amount: $1000-$5000
Deadline: March 17, 2017
Selection Criteria: 9th-12th grade students; write and illustrate a children’s book about tolerance, inclusion, or diversity
Website or Contact Information: www.bnaibrith.org/diverseminds
Name of Scholarship: Quest Bridge College Prep Scholarship Program
Amount: varies
Deadline: March 22, 2017
Selection Criteria: Junior; financial need, academic achievement, personal circumstances
Website or Contact Information: http://www.questbridge.org/index.php
Name of Scholarship: Ayn Rand Institute Essay Contests
Amount: $30-$10,000
Deadline: March 29, 2017 for 8th-10th grade students & April 26, 2017 for 11th-12th grade students
Selection Criteria: Read The Anthem (8th-10th) or The Fountainhead (11th-12th); complete the required essay
Website or Contact Information: https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#judging
Name of Scholarship: Superpower Scholarship
Amount: $2500
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: 13 years and older; Submit a 250 word essay on “Which superhero or villain would you want to change places with for a day and why?
Website or Contact Information: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships#/fromscholarshipexperts
Name of Scholarship: Elmira College Key Award
Amount: $80,000
Deadline: March 31, 2017 (expressed interest to your counselor) Nominations due by April 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: Junior; 3.0 GPA or higher, school & community leadership, have an interest in an academic program offered at Elmira College
Website or Contact Information: See your counselor to apply. http://www.elmira.edu/admissions-aid/Connect_With_Us/Highschool_Counselors/The_Key_Award.html
Name of Scholarship: American Library of Poetry Student Poetry Contest
Amount: $500 and various prizes
Deadline: April 30, 2017
Selection Criteria: Grades 3-12; submit a poem of no more than 20 lines on any subject in any style.
Website or Contact Information: http://www.libraryofpoetry.com/
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR SENIORS ONLY
Name of Scholarship: Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. (several scholarships
Amount: $3500-$5000
Deadline: March 10, 2017 due to Counselor
Selection Criteria: varies
Website or Contact Information: http://www1.pgcps.org/foundation/scholarships.htm
Name of Scholarship: Air Force Aid Society
Amount: $500-$4,000
Deadline: March 10, 2017
Selection Criteria: Dependent of an active duty or former member of the U.S. Air Force
Website or Contact Information: http://www.afas.org/
Name of Scholarship: Unigo Scholarships
Amount: varies
Deadline: varies
Selection Criteria: varies
Website or Contact Information: http://www.unigo.com
Name of Scholarship: The Earl Woods Scholars Program
Amount: up to $5000 renewable
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA, financial need, commitment to community service
Website or Contact Information: Applications available in the career center
Name of Scholarship: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Prince George’s County Maryland Graduate Chapter Alice G.S. Barnes Honorary Scholarship & Georgie F. Raby Scholarship
Amount: $1000 - $2500
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: minimum 3.0-3.25 GPA; essay
Website or Contact Information: http://www.zetaspgcounty.org/scholarships.html
Name of Scholarship: Zeta Chi Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.75 GPA; record of community service; submit a 300-500 word essay
Website or Contact Information: http://www.zxs1914.org (Click on Programs and Education)
Name of Scholarship: Featherstone College Scholarship @ University of Baltimore
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: Attend U of Baltimore in fall of 2017; Hispanic descent; 3.0 GPA or higher, 980 SAT, involvement in community service
Website or Contact Information: https://www.tfaforms.com/4599085
Name of Scholarship: Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Hyattsville/Landover Alumni Chapter
Amount: Unknown
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: Minority student w/at least a 3.0 GPA (primarily minority males but all minority students are welcome to apply)
Website or Contact Information: http://www.hlkapsi.org/hlkapsi2012/scholarship_overview.htm
Name of Scholarship: The Chaplain (Captain) Henry Vinton Plummer Chapter of the Ninth & Tenth (Horse) Cavalry Association Buffalo Soldiers
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.0 GPA, essay, financial need, service to school and community
Website or Contact Information: www.plummerchapterbuffalosoldierspgcmd.org
Name of Scholarship: Blades of Green Scholarship Fund
Amount: $1000
Deadline: March 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: Academic excellence; pursuit of study in environmental education
Website or Contact Information: http://www.bladesofgreen.com/culture/blades-green-scholarship-fund
Name of Scholarship: M.E.L.L.F.I.N. Scholarships
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 17, 2017
Selection Criteria: Currently in an ESOL program or have exited ESOL w/in the last three years; have a 3.0 GPA or higher
Website or Contact Information: www.mellfin.org
Name of Scholarship: U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation
Amount: $3000-$5000
Deadline: March 17, 2017
Selection Criteria: Asian Pacific Island heritage; 3.3 GPA, commitment to community service, leadership, and financial need
Website or Contact Information: http://celebrasianconference.com/scholarships
Name of Scholarship: Blacks in Government Department of Health & Human Services/College Park Complex Chapter
Amount: $500-$1000
Deadline: March 22, 2017
Selection Criteria: At least a 2.7 GPA; submit an essay
Website or Contact Information: http://www.bignet.org/regional/hhs-sw.complex; Applications available in the career center.
Name of Scholarship: The Army Officers’ Wives’ Club of the Greater Washington Area & the Fort Myer Thrift Shop (AOWCGWA)
Amount: varies
Deadline: March 23, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA; dependent of active duty, retired or deceased U.S. Army personnel, officers or enlisted soldiers
Website or Contact Information: http://www.fortmyerthriftshop.org/scholarships--grants.html
Name of Scholarship: Washington DC Chapter of the Florida A & M University National Alumni Association
Amount: up to $10,000
Deadline: March 24, 2017
Selection Criteria: Plan to attend FAMU, 2.75 GPA or higher, extracurricular activities
Website or Contact Information: http://www.dcfamualumni.org
Name of Scholarship: Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund
Amount: $1000-$5000
Deadline: March 27, 2017
Selection Criteria: Current civilian federal or postal employees and their dependent family members; at least a 3.0 unweighted GPA
Website or Contact Information: www.feea.org
Name of Scholarship: Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Amount: $500-$5000
Deadline: March 30, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA; Hispanic heritage, plan to enroll in a 4-year college or university
Website or Contact Information: https://hsf.net/
Name of Scholarship: American Postal Workers Union, AFL-CIO – (3 scholarship programs)
Amount: $2,000-$3,000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: Child, grandchild, of an active member, retiree, or deceased member of the American Postal Workers Union
Website or Contact Information: http://www.apwu.org/issues/scholarships
Name of Scholarship: HBPA Horsemen’s Scholarship (plus other scholarships available)
Amount: Up to $5000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.85; dependent of a horse farm and back stretch employee
Website or Contact Information: http://www.raceforeducation.org/programs/scholarships
Name of Scholarship: LULAC National Scholarship Fund
Amount: $250 - $5000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA; 1100 or above on the SAT, leadership, community service
Website or Contact Information: http://www.lnesc.org/
Name of Scholarship: Lighthouse Guild
Amount: up to $10,000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: Legally blind; academic achievement
Website or Contact Information: http://www.lighthouseguild.org/programs-services/scholarships
Name of Scholarship: The Kitty Kat Social Club
Amount: $250
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.5 GPA, demonstrated concern for their community
Website or Contact Information: http://www.kittykatclub.org/index_files/kittyscholarship.htm
Name of Scholarship: National Federation of the Blind
Amount: $3,000-$12,000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: Legally blind in both eyes, plan to pursue a full-time post-secondary course of study
Website or Contact Information: www.nfb.org/scholarships
Name of Scholarship: Washington Metropolitan Area Chapters of the Order of AHEPA –
AHEPA Educational Foundation & AHEPA Scholar Athlete
Amount: up to $2000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: at least a 3.0 GPA; of Hellenic descent and dependent of a member of AHEPA
Website or Contact Information: http://ahepa.org/Education-Scholarships.htm
Name of Scholarship: Andrews Federal Credit Union CU College Scholarship Program
Amount: $1000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: Member of Andrews Federal Credit Union
Website or Contact Information: https://www.andrewsfcu.org/2017-credit-union-college-scholarship-program.html
Name of Scholarship: LULAC National Scholarship Fund
Amount: $250 - $2000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA; 1100 or above on the SAT or 23 on the ACT, leadership, community service
Website or Contact Information: http://www.lnesc.org/
Name of Scholarship: Gamma Pi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Charles R. Drew Memorial Scholarship Fund, Inc.
Amount: up to $1500
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: At least a 3.0 GPA and financial need
Website or Contact Information: http://www.ques-gammapi.org/
Name of Scholarship: Mid-Atlantic Christian University – Christian Character & Leadership Scholarship
Amount: $10,000-$15,000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: At least a 2.5 GPA; exhibit outstanding leadership and character
Website or Contact Information: http://www.macuniversity.edu/admissions/financial-aid/christian-character-and-leadership-scholarships
Name of Scholarship: Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Association Institute Essay/Presentation Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: Live within a community association (HOA, condo association, or cooperative association); submit essay or video/PowerPoint presentation
Website or Contact Information: http://www.caidc.org/
Name of Scholarship: University of Michigan Alumni Club
Amount: $30,000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: Student who will enroll in U. of Michigan
Website or Contact Information: http://alumni.umich.edu/clubs/umdc/scholarships
Name of Scholarship: The Washington Regional Transplant Community Legacy of Life Essay and Video Scholarships
Amount: $1000-$5000
Deadline: March 31, 2017
Selection Criteria: Submit an essay or video convincing an audience to register to be organ, eye, or tissue donors
Website or Contact Information: http://www.beadonor.org/news-a-events/scholarship-information
Name of Scholarship: Esperanza Education Fund
Amount: $5000-$20,000
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Born outside of the U.S. or have two parents born outside of the U.S.
Website or Contact Information: http://www.esperanzafund.org/
Name of Scholarship: Maryland Emergency Management Association 2017 Student Scholarship Program
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Essay, community involvement, pursue a degree in emergency management or a closely related field.
Website or Contact Information: http://www.mdema.org/
Name of Scholarship: Herbert Lehman Education Fund
Amount: $8000
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Academic achievement, financial need, commitment to public service.
Website or Contact Information: http://www.naacpldf.org/herbert-lehman-education-fund-scholarship
Name of Scholarship: Andrews Officers’ Spouses Club
Amount: minimum $1500
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Academic achievement, leadership, community service; Must be a dependent of an active duty, DoD civilian, guard, reserves, retired, or deceased service member assigned to or living on JBA or National Capital Region.
Website or Contact Information: http://www.andrewsspousesclub.org/
Name of Scholarship: The Naval Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Washington, Dc
Amount: Undetermined
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Dependent of an active duty, retired, or deceased U.S. Navy Service member living in the Naval District of Washington; scholastic achievement, school/community involvement
Website or Contact Information: http://www.noscdc.com/philanthropy
Name of Scholarship: Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Maryland William C. Price Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: African-American student, 2.5 GPA
Website or Contact Information: http://buffalosoldiers-maryland.net/faq
Name of Scholarship: Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund
Amount: up to $10,000
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Active in the progressive movement (i.e., struggles against racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression)
Website or Contact Information: http://www.davisputter.org/
Name of Scholarship: Central Scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.0 and financial need
Website or Contact Information: http://www.central-scholarship.org/
Name of Scholarship: National Guard Bureau Officers’ Spouses Club
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Must be a dependent of an officer, enlisted member, or civilian assigned to the Military District of Washington (MDW)
Website or Contact Information: http://ngbosc.org
Name of Scholarship: Wal-Mart Foundation Dependent Scholarship
Amount: up to $13,000
Deadline: April 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: dependent student of a Wal-Mart associate, 2.0 GPA, financial need
Website or Contact Information: https://walmartdependent.scholarsapply.org/
Name of Scholarship: Phi Delta Kappa International
Amount: Undetermined
Deadline: April 2, 2017
Selection Criteria: Major in Education; have a family member or teacher who is a member of Phi Delta Kappa
Website or Contact Information: http://pdkintl.org/programs-resources/scholarships-awards/prospective-educator-scholarships/
Name of Scholarship: SMECO Scholarship
Amount: $1500
Deadline: April 3, 2017
Selection Criteria: Parent or guardian who are SMECO customers
Website or Contact Information: https://smeco.coop/community/schools/scholarships
Name of Scholarship: Educational Systems Federal Credit Union
Amount: $500-$3,000
Deadline: April 3, 2017
Selection Criteria: varies
Website or Contact Information: https://www.esfcu.org/2017Scholarships
Name of Scholarship: Central Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 3, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.0 GPA
Website or Contact Information: http://www.central-scholarship.org/
Name of Scholarship: Lambda Gamma Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Colonel Charles Young Memorial Scholarship Contest
Amount: undetermined
Deadline: April 5, 2017
Selection Criteria: submit a 1000-1200 word essay
Website or Contact Information: http://www.ques-lgg.org
Name of Scholarship: WSSC Robert G. Berger Memorial Scholarship
Amount: Undetermined
Deadline: April 7, 2017
Selection Criteria: Dependent of a WSSC employee (current or retired); academic achievement, community service
Website or Contact Information: https://www.wsscwater.com/home/careers/scholarships.html
Name of Scholarship: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Sigma Psi Zeta Chapter Book Scholarship
Amount: Undetermined
Deadline: April 7, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.75 GPA, essay
Website or Contact Information: http://zpb1920spz.org/scholarship/
Name of Scholarship: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Sigma Psi Zeta Chapter Soror Sharon A. Thomas
Amount: Undetermined
Deadline: April 7, 2017
Selection Criteria: Hardship or major obstacle (i.e., homeless, family hardship, substance abuse, academic hardship, social hardship)
Website or Contact Information: http://zpb1920spz.org/scholarship/
Name of Scholarship: Federal Water Quality Association
Amount: $2000
Deadline: April 10, 2017
Selection Criteria: Student majoring in science or engineering and planning to pursue an environmental career.
Website or Contact Information: http://www.fwqa-dc.org/scholarships.php
Name of Scholarship: Maryland PTA
Amount: $500
Deadline: April 13, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.75 GPA, plan to pursue a career in education, financial need, member of the PTSA
Website or Contact Information: http://www.mdpta.org/ Click on “Forms”
Name of Scholarship: PFLAG Columbia-Howard County Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: April 14, 2017
Selection Criteria: Self-identified gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ), or straight ally student; proven and demonstrated an interest in service to the LGBTQ community
Website or Contact Information: http://www.pflaghoco.org/
Name of Scholarship: Prince George’s County Maryland Chapter of the Norfolk State University Alumni Association
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 14, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.5 GPA or higher, be accepted to Norfolk State U for fall 2017, demonstrate leadership, citizenship, and service to school and community
Website or Contact Information: http://www.pgcmdc-nsuaa.com
Name of Scholarship: Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation
Amount: up to $5000/yr.
Deadline: April 14, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.75 GPA; Pell grant eligible
Website or Contact Information: http://www.dccollegesuccessfoundation.org/scholarships/l1000/eligibility
Name of Scholarship: Senatorial Scholarship – Victor Ramirez, Esq. for 47th District
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 14, 2017
Selection Criteria: Live in the 47th District; completed the FAFSA; financial need
Website or Contact Information: http://www.victorramirez.com/
Name of Scholarship: Generation Hope Scholar Program
Amount: Up to $2400
Deadline: April 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: Teen parent actively raising/involved with your child; at least a 2.5 GPA
Website or Contact Information: http://supportgenerationhope.org/program-description/
Name of Scholarship: Joseph Fox, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2000
Deadline: April 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: Plan to major in education to prepare for a teaching career; 3.2 GPA, community service
Website or Contact Information: www.somirac.org
Name of Scholarship: The Clare and Robert Moore Scholarship Fund
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 15, 2017
Selection Criteria: Plan to major in English and attend Notre Dame of Maryland University
Website or Contact Information: http://crmoorescholarship.org/
Name of Scholarship: Ryan Odelle Mance Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2000
Deadline: April 20, 2017
Selection Criteria: African-American male, 2.5 GPA, talent in the arts, financial need, leadership potential
Website or Contact Information: www.ryanomancefoundation.org
Name of Scholarship: The Congressional Black Caucus Spouses Foundation, Inc. Performing and Visual Arts Scholarship + Education Scholarship
Amount: $3000 for Performing & Visual Arts Scholarship and $500-$8200 for Education Scholarship
Deadline: April 21, 2017 for P & V Arts and May 19, 2017 for Education
Selection Criteria: African-American, major in performing or visual arts (Performing and Visual Arts); at least a 2.5 GPA, exhibit leadership, participate in community service
Website or Contact Information: http://www.cbcfinc.org/scholarships/
Name of Scholarship: Gram’s Promise Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Amount: $250 - $1,000
Deadline: April 21, 2017
Selection Criteria: Tobacco-free and have demonstrated a commitment to anti-smoking advocacy
Website or Contact Information: www.gramspromisefoundation.org
Name of Scholarship: Worldstudio AIGA Scholarship
Amount: $2000-$3000
Deadline: April 21, 2017
Selection Criteria: At least a 2.0 GPA, minority and disadvantaged, major in fine art, graphic design, illustration, interactive design, or photography
Website or Contact Information: http://designigniteschange.org/pages/47-scholarships
Name of Scholarship: Student Insights Student View Scholarship
Amount: $500-$4,000
Deadline: April 22, 2017
Selection Criteria: No minimum SAT/ACT, GPA, or essay required
Website or Contact Information: http://www.student-view.com/
Name of Scholarship: D.C. Area Phi Beta Kappa Association
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 24, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.5 unweighted GPA, interest in liberal arts and sciences
Website or Contact Information: http://www.dcpbk.org/programs
Name of Scholarship: Entertainment Software Association Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $3000
Deadline: April 27, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.75; female or minority planning to major in a program that leads to a career in computer and video game arts
Website or Contact Information: http://www.esafoundation.org/scholarship.asp
Name of Scholarship: Shepherd Energy and Community Foundation Tanya L. Washington Book Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 28, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA; involvement in school activities, community service
Website or Contact Information: http://www.shepherdecf.org/
Name of Scholarship: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Xi Alpha Lambda Chapter Ira Dorsey Scholarship
Amount: up to $1500
Deadline: April 28, 2017
Selection Criteria: Male with a 2.5 GPA planning to attend a 4-year college or university
Website or Contact Information: http://idsef.apaxal.com/
Name of Scholarship: Upakar-Indo-American Community Foundation
Amount: $2000
Deadline: April 29, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.6 GPA, born or have one parent born in the Republic of India
Website or Contact Information: http://www.upakarfoundation.org/index.php
Name of Scholarship: The League Foundation LGBTQ Scholarship
Amount: Undetermined
Deadline: April 30, 2017
Selection Criteria: Self-identified gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or queer students, 3.0 GPA, actively involved in community service
Website or Contact Information: http://www.leaguefoundation.org/apply/
Name of Scholarship: Regina C. Williams Memorial Scholarship Foundation – Educational Leaders Scholarship & General Education Scholarship
Amount: up to $1000
Deadline: April 30, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA; Educational Leaders – major in Education; General Education – excel academically, exceptional leadership potential, financial need, any academic discipline
Website or Contact Information: www.reginacwilliams.org
Name of Scholarship: Great Minds in STEM – U.S. Navy STEM Scholarship
Amount: $10,000
Deadline: April 30, 2017
Selection Criteria: At least a 3.0 GPA, plan to major in science, technology, engineering, or math related majors; enroll at a Hispanic serving institution (on website); financial need, and participate in community service
Website or Contact Information: http://www.greatmindsinstem.org/college/u-s-navy-stem-scholarship
Name of Scholarship: Raymond A. Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund
Amount: $5000
Deadline: April 30, 2017
Selection Criteria: 2.5 GPA, leadership, volunteer service, interest in music
Website or Contact Information: http://www.rabscholarship.org/
Name of Scholarship: Prince George’s County Maryland Chapter of Virginia State University Alumni Association
Amount: $1000
Deadline: April 30, 2017
Selection Criteria: Planning to attend Virginia State U. in fall 2017; minimum 2.5 GPA, submit an essay
Website or Contact Information: http://vsuaapg.wix.com/pgmd
Name of Scholarship: GreenPal Small Business Scholarship
Amount: $2000
Deadline: April 30, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA; desire to be an entrepreneur or business owner, major or minor in Business, Economics, or Finance
Website or Contact Information: http://www.yourgreenpal.com/scholarship
Name of Scholarship: The Howard University Alumni Club of Prince Georges County
Amount: $1000
Deadline: May 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Plan to attend Howard U. in fall of 2017
Website or Contact Information: http://www.huaaonline.org/scholarship/
Name of Scholarship: Lutheran Student Scholastic and Service Scholarship
Amount: $500
Deadline: May 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: 3.0 GPA; active, communicant member of a Lutheran congregation, pursue a degree that will prepare students to serve and support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Website or Contact Information: http://bethesdalutherancommunities.org/get-involved/scholarships/
Name of Scholarship: National Hampton Alumni Association, Inc. Washington, DC Chapter
Amount: undetermined
Deadline: May 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Accepted to Hampton U.
Website or Contact Information: Applications available in the career center
Name of Scholarship: National Capital Chapter of the National Society of Decorative Painters
Amount: $500
Deadline: May 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Major in visual arts
Website or Contact Information: http://www.nccpainters.com/ArtScholarship.html
Name of Scholarship: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Omicron Phi Zeta Chapter Women of the Dove Foundation 2017 Book Scholarship
Amount: $500
Deadline: May 1, 2017
Selection Criteria: Female student; 2.5 GPA or above; essay
Website or Contact Information: Applications available in the career center
Name of Scholarship: Bill Dickey Scholarship Association
Amount: up to $14,000
Deadline: May 15, 2017; applications available on March 10, 2017
Selection Criteria: Academic achievement and commitment to community service, financial need, and interest and ability in golf (Students should sign up early to register to be included in their database)
Website or Contact Information: http://www.nmjgsa.org/scholarships.php
College Information Night for Juniors and their Parents
Thursday, Mar 23, 2017, 06:30 PM
Laurel High School, Cherry Lane, Laurel, MD, United States
Suited for Success Spring Break College Tour
Sunday, Apr 16, 2017, 12:00 AM
Georgia, United States
OPEN HOUSES/COLLEGE TOURS/COLLEGE FAIRS
Free Test Prep & Financial Aid Information Forum – March 11, 2017 from 8:30am-1pm at Charles Herbert Flowers HS. Limited seating for the first 500 students who register online at www.hlkapsi.org. You must print and present a copy of your online registration form on the day of the forum.
2017 Veterinary Medical Career Fair & Information Sessions – free event for students interested in the veterinary medical profession on Sunday, March 12, 2017 2:30pm-5:00pm at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC. Students can register at http://tinyurl.com/AAVMCCareerFair
UMES & the Washington Metropolitan Area Alumni Chapter – 27th Annual UMES Recruitment Reception on Monday, March 27, 2017 at 5:00pm at the Comfort Inn Hotel and Conference Center in Bowie, MD. For more information, visit www.umes.edu or email: umesadmissions@umes.edu.
Northern Virginia Regional College Fair – Wednesday, March 29, 2017 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the EagleBank Arena at the George Mason U. – Fairfax Campus. For more information visit http://admissions.gmu.edu/rsvp/nvref.
College Visits Northeast College Tour – June 24-July 1, 2017 from Boston to Washington, DC. Students will visit several colleges from Boston University to American U along the way. The cost is $2,185 and includes ground transportation, lodging, meals, campus tours, meetings with admissions reps, and activities. For more information, visit http://www.college-visits.com
Laurel High School Counselors College Tour to Towson U. & U. of Baltimore
Thursday, Apr 27, 2017, 08:00 AM
Towson University, Towson, MD, United States
Dual Enrollment Parent Session
Thursday, Mar 23, 2017, 06:30 PM
Northwestern High School, Adelphi Road, Hyattsville, MD, United States
EMPLOYMENT/INTERNSHIPS/VOLUNTEER SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Weed Warrior Work Days (volunteer opportunity) – Major Lansdale Park – March 25, 2017, Whitemarsh Park, May 6 and June 10, 2017 from 9am-12pm. For more information, visit www.cityofbowie.org/weedwarriors. To participate, register by contacting Kristin Larson at klarson@cityofbowie.org or 301-809-3044.
Prince George's County Parks and Recreation Department - recruiting volunteers to work at various playground sites during the summer months. Students must be at least 15 years of age. Students can call (301)699-2255 or visit http://www.pgparks.com/Things_To_Do/Volunteer_Opportunities.htm.
Goodwill Industries - provides jobs and job services & training. Visit http://www.goodwill.org/find-jobs-and-services/ for more information.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
May 6 SAT: Registration deadline – April 25
June 10 ACT: Registration deadline – May 5
AP Exam Schedule
May 1, 2017
AP Psychology
May 2, 2017
AP Spanish Language
May 3, 2017
AP English Literature
May 4, 2017
AP U.S. Government
May 5, 2017
AP U.S. History
AP Studio Art
May 8, 2017
AP Biology
AP Music Theory
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