Senior Memo #3
2022-2023
December 13, 2022
In this memo are scholarships that have come in since the last Senior Memo. The Lexington District 1 Educational Foundation Scholarships have been included in this Memo. Scholarships will continue to be added until we leave for the winter break.
Happy Holidays from Counseling and Advisement
Counseling and Advisement Department
Counseling Office Main Number - 803-821-3420
School Counselors
Lexington High School School Counselors 2022-2023
Counselor Caseload Email Phone
To be announced A-CART 821-3416
Lilly Hook CARV-FL ehook 821-3414
Kami Bennett FO-JA kbennett 821-3413
Brittany Sandonato JE-ME bsandonato 821-3423
Manisha Kanitkar MI-R mkanitkar 821-3417
Adrienne Lindsay S-WA alindsay 821-3415
Sara Beckett WE-Z sbeckett 821-3421
Naresh Jacob - School Counselor 821-3410
Career Specialists
Diane Augsburger daugsburger 821-3422 - Students A-J
Gary Magyar gmagyar 821-3407 - Students K-Z
Graduation Coach
Missy Klopfer mklopfer 821-3597
STUDENT SERVICES WEBSITE
College visit with University of Alabama
Cami Foley, a representative from the University will be with us Thursday, December 15, from 12:00 until 2:00. Please come by the Counseling Conference Room to visit with Ms. Foley and she will be glad to answer any questions you might have about the University. Come by the Counseling office to sign-up for this event.
Midland's Tech College Application Waiver
The weekly waiver code for the week of January 9 is WR010923814.
Need help finding a job or have questions about career choices see our Career Specialists!
Diane Augsburger
821-3422 - daugsburger@lexington1.net - Room E202 - Students A-J
Gary Magyar
821-3407 - gmagyar@lexington1.net - Room E203 - Students K-Z
Scholarship Club
Fall Schedule 2022 link
Mrs. Augsburger - daugsburger@lexington.net Room E203
Meets during Lunches in the Learning Commons
College Essay Help
If you are applying to colleges that require a personal statement (aka college essay), please use the attached, one-step, get-ready-to-draft your essay.
It will tell you what to write about, what NOT to write about, and how to write something the college admissions committees want to read.
What does the college you are interested in require?
College App Fee Waivers
Michelin Scholar
What is a Michelin Scholar?
Michelin Scholars enroll in the Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) major or Mechatronics major at Midlands Technical College. The scholarship covers the cost of tuition, fees, and books. Michelin Scholars also participate in a paid co-op program reinforcing their classroom knowledge by working part-time in a Michelin manufacturing facility.
Good candidates for this program are students with strong math, science, and reading comprehension skills who are enrolled in Industrial Electronics Technology, Mechatronics Technology, or General Engineering/IT Technology programs.
To be eligible for consideration for the Michelin Scholars Program, seniors must pass an aptitude test administered by Michelin officials and interview with plant representatives.
2023 Higher Education Support Grant - $1,000
The Educational Foundation’s Board of Directors has established a grant program to assist students with expenses outside of tuition. The program gives preference to college-bound students who have excelled despite sometimes overwhelming odds and desire to attend a college, university, or technical college and live on campus. Grants are intended to place money in the hands of seniors who are in high need of financial help for college. Circumstances concerning eligibility for grant and application can be found here.
Each applicant will also be considered for a one-time $500 academic-supplement that should be used for tuition, fees or books.
Deadline to the Counseling Department:: Thursday, March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
2023 JOURNALISM CONTEST SC GOVERNOR'S COMMITTEE ON EMPLOYMENT OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Write a three page article addressing the Inclusion of people with disabilities which can be a vital part of America's economic rebound from the pandemic. Given the opportunity, their skills and adaptability heighten the potential for a stronger workforce. This year’s theme is “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation” For more information and complete rules and eligibility requirements, visit here
Deadline: January 14, 2023
American Legion Department of South Carolina Oratorical Scholarship - "A Constitutional Speech Contest" - up to $2,500 State Level
Students in grades 9-12; prepare 8-10 minute speech on any phase of the Constitution; For details, rules and regulations from the Department website – http://www.scarolinalegion.org under Legion Programs (Oratorical Contest).
A copy of the guidelines can be found here.
Deadline: February 1, 2023
ARCHIBALD SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (CREATIVE WRITING - DANCE - MUSIC - THEATRE - VISUAL ARTS)
Click here for details regarding the Rutledge Scholarship Program.
Click here for the application. (Please note that students will need to scroll through the document to locate their arts area.)
Scholarships are awarded and applicants may participate in one of the following discipline areas: creative writing, dance, music, theatre, or visual arts.
To compete, students should submit an original and two copies of the original composition and process folio for the creative writing, dance, music, or theatre categories. For the visual arts category, mail one original composition and a process folio.
Entries must be received by 5:00 p.m. or postmarked on or before Monday, February 20, 2023.
Nate Boyer Memorial Scholarship - $1,000
High School senior interested and has been involved in the arts – music, poetry, visual arts, philosophy or religion and has been involved with athletics at any level (e.g., rec. club, school) while in high school. Student must plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university. Minimum GPA of 3.0. is required. Complete application and essay questions. Request official high school transcript; recommendations, etc. Application can be found here
Deadline to Student Services (Counseling) - March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
Ron Brown Scholarship - $40,000 ($10,000 YR.)
Academically talented African-Americans; strong record, leadership, community service need apply; see HERE for details & application.
Deadline: January 9, 2023
James F. Byrnes Scholarship - $18,000/4 yrs.
Average or above-average students who have lost one or both parents by death; plan to attend 4 year college; must have received their SAT/ACT scores (prior to submitting the application); financial need; applications are available online at www.byrnesscholars.org. It is recommended that students type the application online, print and forward the hard copy in their completed application packet.
Deadline: After January 2 and before February 1, 2023
Central Carolina Community Foundation - Varies
Applicants must be an African American senior, Preference given to students attending a Historically Black College or University. Financial Need. Minimum 2.8 GPA. Scholarships are renewable.
Specific criteria and an application form can be found at
For more information click here
Deadline: March 5, 2023
Christian-Connector, Inc. - $2,500
A Free online Christian College Scholarship Resource Program allows students to search for the different types of scholarships that are of interest. Students can log onto www.christianconnector.com to request information and automatically be entered in the $2,500 scholarship drawing.
Deadline: No Deadline
Collegeboard BigFuture Scholarship Search
Learn about a new scholarship program for all students that guides you through the college planning process and offers you a chance to earn money for college for each action you complete. Get started
Deadline: February 28, 2023
The College Plan - $250
Student must be accepted into an accredited college, university or technical school. Drawing will be held by April 1st for the upcoming year. Complete the scholarship form that can be found in the scholarship drawer and returned to the Counseling and Advisement office or click https://www.thecollegeplan.org/scholarship-app
Deadline: April 1, 2023
Discover Student Loans - $5,000 (12)
Scholarships are geared toward seniors of the United States and who are planning to attend college next school year. Students can get tips and resources on paying for college and enter for a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship. Go to the Discover website at https://scholarship.collegecovered.com for scholarship information and details.
Deadline: January 31, 2023
Francis Marion Darla Moore Scholarship
To be eligible to become a Darla Moore Scholar, students must be SC residents, enrolling in full-time studies at Francis Marion. You need only fill out one application for all their scholarships.
Deadline for Nominations: April 1, 2023
Harry Hampton and Wallace F. Pate Scholarships - apply for both but can only be awarded one - $5,000 (4 years)
These scholarships are for students in the natural resources disciplines of wildlife biology, fisheries biology, forestry, marine or environmental science.
Scholarship Applications and Criteria can be found at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org/scholarship.html
Deadline: January 31, 2023
Harry Hampton David M. Cline Scholarship - $2,000
This scholarship is for students who wish to further their education in law enforcement/criminal justice/forensic science. Pre-medical curricula on a path to forensic medicine does Not qualify for this scholarship.
Scholarship Applications and Criteria can be found at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org/scholarship.html
Deadline: January 31, 2023
Harry Hampton James O. Thomason Scholarship - 4 yr $2,000 per year
This scholarship is for students who wish to further their education in print or photo journalism, advertising, public relations or mass communications.
Scholarship Applications and Criteria can be found at www.HamptonWildlifeFund.org/scholarship.html
Deadline: January 31, 2023
Jackie Robinson Foundation - $30,000 (4yrs)
To apply and for more information go to the JRF Application.
Deadline: January 11, 2023
John F. Kennedy - The Profile in Courage Essay Contest - $100-$10,000
Write an original and creative essay that demonstrates an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage.
For full details about the contest go to here.
Deadline: Postmarked by January 13, 2023
KITTIE M. FAIREY EDUCATIONAL FUND SCHOLARSHIP - UP TO 1/2 TUITION, RM & BD.
Seniors seeking Bachelor’s degree from S.C. College; academics and financial need – must have 3.0 GPA, You may apply on-line at www.csascholars.org/kmfr
Deadline: January 12, 2023
Tommy Long Class of '57 Scholarship - $1,000
In remembering Tommy Long, this scholarship will be awarded to a Lexington District One graduating senior who has excelled academically and shares some of his passions for life. Requirements are as follows: student will attend a two-year or four-year college immediately upon graduation, Minimum GPA of 4.0, student who has demonstrated a strong work ethic through work or school activities and coursework. Preference will be given to a student who has financial need and provides documentation regarding this need (e.g., college scholarship & financial aid award letter from chosen college preferred). For more information and the application click here.
Deadline to the Counseling Department: March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
Perrin "Ricky" Love Scholarship - $500
LHS senior with a B average who plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college in South Carolina; character, sincerity of purpose and potential; application, 2 recommendations, short essay. Turn in to the counseling office when completed. A transcript will then be attached. A copy of the application can be found here.
Deadline to Counseling Office: March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
Mayer Memorial Scholarship - $1,000
A senior planning to pursue a degree in science education or engineering at a 4-year college or university in South Carolina. 3.5 GPA & 1150 SAT or 24 ACT; application, transcript, 2 recommendations, 2 short essays. Turn in to the counseling office when completed. A transcript will then be attached. Applications can be found here
Deadline to the Counseling Department: March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
Midlands Technical College Foundation Scholarships - Varies
MTC college foundation offers numerous scholarships. Go to Midlands Tech financial aid site for more information. Go to: https://www.midlandstech.edu/FoundationScholarships to apply.
Deadline: April 15, 2023
Gwen Dugan Morris Memorial Scholarship for the LHS Marching Band - $1,000
This scholarship will be awarded to an individual who shares the love and commitment to the LHS Band as Gwen did for so many years. The student must maintain a 3.25 unweighted GPA; Pursue a degree at a 4 year college or university in South Carolina; Must be a member of the LHS band all four years of high school; Member of the SCBDA All-State Band at least one year; Holds a leadership position in the LHS band; Member of the LHS Wind Ensemble/Top Band; Participates in outside music clinics and master classes; Goes above and beyond the normal duties of an LHS band student; Student should submit a musical resume and biographical essay of their career in the LHS Band.
Complete the application; transcript; letter of recommendation.
Information about the Scholarship and the application can be found here.
Deadline to the Student Services office (Counseling) by March 10, 2023.
Foundation Scholarship
Nina Neely Scholarship Essay and Awards Contest
The Reformed Universal Masonic Brotherhood & Order of the Eastern Star will present three scholarship awards available through their annual Nina Neely Scholarship Essay and Awards Contest. The contest is open to all high school seniors planning to attend a college or university. Students only need to write a 2 page essay. The essay topic is, "In what ways have legalizing new gun laws affected the youth society today?" Here is a copy of the guidelines, requirements, and information on returning the essays to the home office. It is important to follow the guidelines to submitting the essay.
Deadline: March 3, 2023
Raise Me
I would also like to invite you to use RaiseMe if you plan to attend college. It's a fun and money-earning way to get motivated to complete classes and participate in extracurricular activities, take tests, and get a job. Everything you do will earn you micro-scholarships and help you explore colleges you didn't know about. CLICK HERE to sign up for RaiseMe.
Ernestine and Walter P. Rawl Scholarship - $500
This scholarship is available for students enrolled in Agricultural Education Course in Lexington School District One pursuing a four-year degree in a field of Agriculture. Must be an active member of the LTC FFA Chapter. Criteria for this scholarship is financial need; essay on Agriculture; Extracurricular activities and community involvement; Personal analysis and interview; Interview will be scheduled in April. You can find a copy of the scholarship here.
Deadline to FFA advisor: March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
Sale-Cromer Memorial Scholarship - $3,000
Preference will be given to the student who has financial need and to someone who would have a hard time attending college if not for assistance with scholarship money. Top candidates will be required to submit documentation of financial need including parents’ assets prior to the required top candidate’s interview session. Applications are available here. Turn application in to the Counseling Office when completed. A transcript will then be attached.
Deadline to Counseling Department: March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions Scholarship - $3,000 (15)
Scholarship awarded to sons and daughters of SRNS employees. Employees may request scholarship applications for their children by contacting Edith Hughes at (803)952-8210. If you would like an electronic copy of the application, contact me at edith.hughes@srs.gov, please include your name and school.
Deadline: February 1, 2023
Silver Pen Scholarship - up to $2,500
Wellmore of Lexington, a retirement community located here in Lexington, is offering this writing competition. Silver Pen is an opportunity to bridge the communication gap between younger and older generations. Essay Topic is: If a teacher gave you the opportunity to introduce a new subject to be taught for the rest of the school year, what would be your choice for the subject? Support your choice and how you would persuade your classmates to vote for it.
The website with the guidelines and to apply can be found here.
Deadline: February 10, 2023
Lewis Nathaniel Simpkins Memorial Scholarship - $1,000
This scholarship is for students pursuing a degree in mathematical science, technology, or engineering at a two-year or four-year accredited college or university in South Carolina. Applicants must have a 3.0 and a minimum SAT score of 1100 or 24 ACT. Applicants will be judged on character, sincerity of purpose, and achievement and academics. Application, two letters of recommendation, two short essays, transcript. Application and how to apply can be found here.
Deadline to the Counseling Department - March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
SC Chapter for the American Association of Blacks in Energy (SCCAABE)
19th Annual Josie K. Claiborne Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to graduating seniors interested in majoring in engineering, science, technology or mathematics. For more information about this scholarship click here.
Deadline: March 10, 2023
S. C. Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship - Up to $3,000
There are 4 different scholarships being offered through the foundation. You only need to fill out an application once to apply for all the scholarships. Resident of South Carolina, must demonstrate community involvement through community service/volunteer work. All applicants must demonstrate financial need. At least have a 2.75 GPA; Apply on-line here. For more information click here.
Deadline: January 10, 2023
South Carolina Chapter of WTS - $3,000
The South Carolina Chapter of WTS, (Woman's Transportation Seminar) a non-profit organization focused on attracting, sustaining, connecting, and advancing women's careers to strengthen the transportation industry. We are targeting female, high school seniors pursuing studies in STEM with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. For more information read this flyer that can be found here.
Deadline: December 30, 2022
TheDream.US - up to $80,000 - (4yrs)
Download a Step by Step Guide for applying for the Drean,US National Scholarships!
You will provide us with the same personal information that you include in most of your college applications. We DO NOT ask for your home address and you DO NOT have to upload your DACA or TPS documents.
You will be required to certify that you:
- Meet the Immigration Eligibility criteria and provide any requested data to confirm your eligibility.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2023, 11:59 P.M. Pacific Standard Time. Seriously – don’t miss the deadline! If you do, we cannot consider your application.
If you have any difficulties in completing the application, reach out to our scholarship management provider, ISTS:
- Email: TheDream.US@applyISTS.com
- Call: 1-855-376-7076 and ask for the TheDream.US Scholarship Program
Deadline: February 28, 2023
US Junior Chamber International Senate Scholarship - $1,500
Each year the Junior Chamber International Senate, associated with the US Junior Chamber of Commerce (formally known as the Jaycees) awards multiple scholarships to students from across the United States. All seniors are invited to apply for this scholarship. Applications available at: https://bit.ly/USJCISCHOLAR
More information can be found on the flyer here.
Woodrow and Edith Worthy Ministerial Scholarship - $1,000
One Student will be awarded from the Lexington County School District high schools with plans to major in music ministry or religious studies. Award will be based on financial need; belief in God;
leads a good life, plans to give his/her life to the Lord, will not receive other scholarship money. Must
provide financial need; recommendation, and answer questions. All requirements must be turned in
to the counseling office when completed. A transcript will then be attached. Application can be found
in the scholarship drawer or click here.
Deadline to the Counseling Department: March 10, 2023
Foundation Scholarship
WTS - Women in STEM Scholarship
General requirements for these scholarships are as follows:
- Open to women with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Enrolled in a transportation-related degree program or high school seniors pursuing studies in STEM (science, technology, engineering, or math)
- Plans to pursue a career in a transportation-related field
The scholarships are competitive and based on the applicant's specific goals and aspirations, academic record and transportation-related activities or job skills. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
A copy of the application can be found here.
Deadline: December 30, 2022
Until more scholarships come in for us to publicize you can also visit:
Libraries
US Dept. of Education
Any college’s financial aid office
Selective Service Registration
By law young men within 30 days of their 18th birthday must register with the selective service. Why is this so important? Because every year, tens of thousands of men turn 26 years of age who failed to register, by then, the registration door is permanently closed. That means they are unable to receive federally funded college loans and grants; are unable to get into federally funded training and certification programs;
are barred from all federal employment, etc.
Go to https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration and take 45 seconds to register.
It’s the law and it may save you a lifetime of headaches.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICIES
Lexington County School District One does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in its programs and activities. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries or complaints. The Chief Human Resources Officer handles inquiries/complaints regarding Title IX. The Director of Middle Schools handles inquiries/complaints regarding Section 504. The Mathematics Coordinator handles inquiries/complaints regarding Title II. Contact these people if you have questions regarding these issues at 100 Tarrar Springs Road, Lexington, SC 29072 and telephone number (803) 821-1000.