Duncanville Senior Newsletter January 10, 2014

DHS Senior ‘14 Newsletter January 2014

Andre Smith, Principal

The second half of your senior year is in full swing......About 21 weeks of school until graduation!

Contents Introduction

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Reminders

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College Information

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Calendar of Events

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Scholarships

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Upcoming Events ♦

January 22,23,28,29,Powder Puff Practice

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Jan 23, Feb 20, Mar 20 Jostens Payment Day

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Jan 28 – Student Council Blood Drive; FINANCIAL AID SEMINAR

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Jan 30 – Powder Puff Football Game

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Feb 4-7 –Order & Pay -Senior “Names” shirt

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Feb 4-7 –All Night Party ticket sales

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Feb 11 – All Night Party sales final day

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Feb 21/22 – ALL NIGHT PARTY

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Mar 4-6 – Senior shirt delivery (estimate)

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Mar 10-14 – SPRING BREAK

Deadline for turning in community service forms is MARCH 17th!!

You can’t graduate without it! Those of you who still have hours to complete, GET BUSY!!

Time is running out!

See Mrs. Backus in the Parent Center to check your hours. Listen to announcements, and go to her area for community service opportunities.

FINANCIAL AID SEMINAR WHEN: Tuesday, January 28, 2014 TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Alexander Auditorium If you will need financial aid in order to attend college, this is the meeting to attend. All financial aid begins with the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). A financial aid expert will be here to talk about filing the FAFSA and answer any questions you have about the form. PLEASE BE HERE! Your counselors are NOT financial aid experts and cannot help you or your parents fill out the form.

Beginning January 1, 2014, students and parents can access the on-line version of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

DON'T FORGET TO GO ONLINE AND GET YOUR PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN)!!!

BOTH STUDENTS AND PARENTS NEED ONE!! That is the ONLY way you can sign your FAFSA electronically - www.pin.ed.gov. The FAFSA can be filed beginning Jan 1st.

BE SURE TO come to the Aid Night on Tuesday, January 28th

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REMINDERS

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ALL 18-year old young m en m ust register with the

Important Numbers

Selective Service.

REMEMBER YOU CANNOT RECEIVE ANY FEDERAL AID UNTIL YOU DO!

Register online: www.sss.gov

Jostens - caps, gowns, rings, announcements: 972-723-8558

442 085

Or

Fill out the form available at the post For admission to Texas public office. universities The Apply Texas Application can be used to apply to any Texas public university. What a deal! Apply to 36 universities with one application!.....of course, you must have the money to pay the application fees, but the good news is, not all universities have an application fee. You may apply online: www.applytexas.org.

GET ON TRACK FOR THE TAKS!!!

YOU WILL NEED TO REMEMBER OUR HIGH SCHOOL CODE TO PUT ON COLLEGE AND SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS, TESTING INFORMATION, OR FILLING OUT INFORMATION ON VARIOUS WEBSITES.

The U.T. Telecampus has a free online test readiness program designed to help students prepare for the TAKS test. TRACK includes diagnostic tests and learning materials in the subject areas tested on the exit-level TAKS. TRACK IS OFFERED FREE TO THE PUBLIC. The website is www.track.uttelecampus.org If you haven’t passed TAKS yet, this is another good source of preparation materials.

If you plan to attend a Texas state college or university you are required to take the THEA (or the school’s equivalent test such as the Accuplacer given at the community colleges) test before you enroll in your first college course.

THEA website: www.thea.nesinc.com

Where are your applications?

The priority deadline for applying for financial aid is around March 1st (actually as soon as the 2013 income taxes are filed), and MOST SCHOOLS ARE NOT GOING TO OFFER YOU A FINANCIAL AID PACKAGE UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED TO THE SCHOOL!!

Make sense?

CHECK IT OUT!!!!

A resource for parents and seniors. There is a website just for the senior class.

Just log on to www.seniors14.dhs.duncanvilleisd.org

for more information on all things SENIOR 2014.

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FYI

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BE A MAVERICK! A UTA MAVERICK, THAT IS! UTA's Preview Day programs give you the opportunity to get a close-up look at what UTA has to offer, and to get answers to your questions about all aspects of the University.

You'll get general information about admissions criteria for Freshman and Transfer students, as well as financial aid and scholarship presentations, all in one brief morning session. During the day you'll have the opportunity to meet with faculty, staff and students, visit with representatives of many activities and organizations, and take a tour of our campus and housing facilities. You'll be able to get general information about academic departments, but you will not be able to receive any program-specific academic advising at Preview Day.

Remaining Preview Days have been scheduled for: Saturday, February 1, and April 5, 2014 You can register for Preview Day by using the form at https://www.uta.edu/admissions/previewday/index.php.

Your reservation is complete upon our receipt of your online reservation. Confirmation emails, which include parking instructions, are sent by 5pm on the Thursday before each Preview Day.

MEDICAL ALERT MEDICAL ALERT MEDICAL ALERT

SENIORITIS

An illness, which left untreated, can become TERMINAL! Symptoms: skipping, not turning in homework or projects (like for government and economics!), dress code violations, suspensions, and Saturday School assignments.

PROGNOSIS: sitting in the Convention Center in the stands instead of sitting on the floor in your cap and gown!

TREATMENT: large doses of common sense, accepting the fact that you cannot pass if you’re not in class, doing your projects, and quit blaming your parents!

Don’t let “Senioritis” strike YOU!!

Cougar Preview Saturday, March 1, 2014 -- 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Come and see your future at the University of Houston's Cougar Preview... your introduction to academic excellence.

Our Open House will assist you in your college choice. Family members and guests are encouraged to attend.

There are a limited number of rooms available on a first come, first served basis.

Freshman students must bring: • • • • •

Completed online copy of Freshman application submitted no later than Feb.1 for Fall Term.

Official transcript from high school with official class rank SAT or ACT scores (must be posted on your high school transcript or sent directly to UH) $50 application fee in the form of a check or money order TOEFL score (required for students who graduated from high school outside of the US /scores must be sent to UH from ETS)

For more information, please call the Office of Admissions at 713743-1010.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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COLLEGE VISITS

INFORMATION

Jarvis Christian College, Hawkins, TX Tarleton State University

Spring 2014 High school Day, Friday, March 21, 2014 in the Rand Gym. To register call 903-730-4890,Ext.2202 Texas Tours – April 5, 2014. Register online at www.tarleton. edu/welcome/texastour.html

Texas A&M University – College Station

Freshman Information Day gives a sneak peek into Aggieland.

Register online: admissions.tamu.edu/fid. Registration is required. For more information you may call 979-458-0990.

Texas A&M University – Galveston –

Texas A&M University – Galveston – Spring Sea Aggie Preview – Feb 14, 2014

University of Texas at Austin

For information on campus visits, go to http://bealonghorn.utexas.edu Go visit John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. You can spend the night in the dorm, attend a class, visit with professors, and go to chapel. Go to www.jbu.edu/visit or call 1-877-JBU-INFO for dates.

John Brown University – Arkansas

Call 1-800-264-8636 or visit www.ozarks.edu to schedule a campus visit. This is a community-service based institution

University of the Ozarks Check out the websites of colleges and universities you are considering. It’s easy! Use Google or another search engine to find the school online

JANUARY 01/16 – End of 1st Semester 01/26 - Powder Puff Football Game – Mr. Zane Reeves is the coordinator The Powder Puff Football Game is an event that pits the Senior Girls against the junior girls in a friendly game of flag football. Senior and Junior Guys will serve as cheerleaders and members of the drill team. Football players from each class will coach the two teams.

Admission Price--$5 per person at the gate, 7:00, Panther Stadium.

01/28 – SAT retest 01/28 –Financial Aid Seminar – 6:30 – 8:30, Alexander Auditorium, for more information see page 1.

FEBRUARY 02/7-9 – Senior ’14 Names T-Shirt Sales This is the traditional T-Shirt with the names of all members of the Senior Class. This is an important fundraiser for Prom and Showcase decorations. Please buy yours. The shirts make a good holiday gift for a fellow senior.

Price - $20 per shirt, paid when you order Where – East Cafeteria.

02/17/18 –All Night Party - Mrs. Dianne Williams is the coordinator The All-Night Party is a chance for the Senior Class to party together. Activities include bowling, pool, video games, and all the food you can eat. Participation is optional Appropriate Dress--Casual, must meet modified school dress code.

Admission Price--$45-$50 per person. Event--12:00 midnight until 6:00 am, Alley Cats in Arlington. Seniors must arrive before 1:00 am.

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January 2014

Scholarships

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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE CONSTANTLY COMING IN SO THERE MAY BE MORE IN THE SCHOLARSHIP FILE THAT AREN’T LISTED IN THIS PUBLICATION REMEMBER TO CHECK ONLINE FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS !

If you do not have Internet access at home, use the resources in the Go Center and the library SCHOLARSHIP FILE: A file cabinet with scholarship applications in the Go Center.

DEADLINE

SCHOLARSHIP NAME

Monthly See Website

American Harlequin Corporation Dance Scholarship Program -$1,000 every month - for students who wish to pursue a career in dance. See www.harlequinfloors.com/us/en/dance-area/dance-scholarship.html

Monthly See Website

College Prowler No Essay Scholarship - Amount $2,000. The monthly winner will be determined by random drawing and then contacted directly and announced on our Facebook page. One entry per person, but you can come back each month to try again. See website www.collegeprowler.com.

1/24/2014

Zinch 1-Yr Free Tuition Scholarship - US Students with a GPA of 2.0+ ; Students who will graduate between 2013-2016. Go to www.scholarshipexperts.com/previewScholarship?scholarshipId=1003164

1/31/2014

Accounting Education Center Scholarships - several scholarships are offered on this site; students pursuing a major in accounting.

Amount varies with each scholarship. Go to http://ceae.aicpa.org/.

1/31/2014

Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps College Scholarship (NROTC) - up to $150,000 - Various scholarships are available to graduating seniors. Visit website www.nrotc.navy.mil to apply and for more information.

1/31/2014

Scottish Rite - go to www.dallasscottishrite.org - search Scholarship form. Acompleted application form along with all attachments must be returned by January 31 to be eligible.

1/31/2014

Texas History Essay Scholarship Awards Program - Sons of the Republic of Texas - Amount from $1,000 - $3,000.

Application in Scholarship Cabinet or go to www.srttexas.org.

10 Words or Less Scholarship - $500 - to be eligible for the must be a senior in high school and answer the question on the sponsors website in 10 words or less. Go to www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10258/10_words_or_less_scholarship_ scholarship.php Department of Defense Scholarships for Military Children - children of active, retired or reserve military personnel. Information at http://www.militaryscholar.org/sfmc/index.html. Scholarship opens Dec 3, 2013.

Scovell Scholarship Foundation - must be a graduating senior; demonstrate financial need; be of high moral character; possess leadership qualities; be involved in extracurricular activities such as sports, band, school clubs, etc.; graduate with a "C"; attend an institute of continuing education within the State of Texas, Big 12 Conference or Southeastern Conference, the two conferences affiliated with the AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic. Also, must attend a spring awards reception in Dallas on or about May. Applications are in Go Center or apply at www.scovellscholarships.com.

PACE 2012 Scholarships (Professional Achievers for Community Excellence) - up to $1,000 - open to African American women with a GPA OF 2.5 or more, and demonstrated leadership abilities through community service, extracurricular or other activities. The applicant's letter of acceptance should be included with college information when received. A current transcript should be submitted along with the application. Application available in Go Center or at www.pacedfw.org.

1/31/2014 Feb 2014 See Website 2/3/2014

2/15/2014

2/15/2014

WACE National Co-Op Scholarship Program (World Council and Assembly on Cooperative Education) - GPA 3.5 and must be accepted to one of 10 WACE Partner institutions. Complete application online at www.waceinc.org.

2/28/2014 (estimate)

Buick Achievers Scholarship - $2,000-$100,000 scholarships - must plan to major in Engineering /Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study; be interested in pursuing a career in automotive or related industries. To apply go to www.buickachievers.com.

David Crider Memorial Scholarship - $2,000 year ($8,000 total) - must have a 2.5 GPA, enroll in an accredited school, and submit an essay. This scholarship is offered because David Crider graduated from Duncanville HS and his company wishes to honor his memory. Application in Go Center.

American Welding Society Scholarships - students interested in a career in welding industry. Amount varies. See www.aws.org/w/s/foundation.

Gilbraitti Scholarship - $500 - To be considered eligible for the Gilbraitti Scholarship you must be between the ages of 16-20, must be attending a College or University in the Fall of 2014, and must complete the application form, including the essay prior to the deadline.

Go to http://www.studentscholarships.org/2013scholarships.php

2/28/2014 March 1st See Website 3/1/2014 (estimate) 3/8/2014

3/26/2014

Travis T. Lewis Signature Scholarship - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Xi Omega Chapter – $3,000 per year for four years – Open to females with a 3.0 GPA average that needs financial assistance. Requires completed application form, official transcript, SAT or ACT scores, three letters of recommendation. Applications are in Go Center.

Duncanville Lions Club Scholarship 2014 - will award $1,500 Scholarships for DHS graduates that attend a university, junior college or trade school. Applications available in Go Center or at http://www.duncanvillelionsclub.com/joomla/docs/grant_application.doc.

4/25/2014 January 2014

J a n u a r y DEADLINE April - See Website March

April - See Website April - See Website 3/29/2014

3/29/2014 3/30/2014 5/26/2014 5/29/2014 See Website 6/14/2014 6/21/2014 6/30/2014 7/1/2014 10/6/2014

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Neighborhood Credit Union - Copies of application are in the Go Center. Must be US citizen, 3.0 GPA and submit an essay, video or photo on the topic "How Credit Unions make a positive difference in people's lives."

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Scholarships

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SCHOLARSHIP NAME The Dallas Foundation manages a number of scholarships for students with diverse interests. Check out various scholarship fund profiles to see if you qualify. Go to www.dallasfoundation.org/ForStudents/DallasFoundationScholarships/tabid/215/Default.aspx.

The Dallas Foundation - Tommy Tranchin Award - $1500 - Eligible to students with a physical, emotional or intellectual disability who want to further your development. See website - www.dallasfoundation.org /ForStudents/ DallasFoundationScholarships/tabid/215/Default.aspx.

The Dallas Foundation - The Dallas Morning News Journalism Scholarship - $1500 (x3) Applicant must be a United States citizen or legal, permanent resident who is a graduating senior of a North Texas high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicant must show a demonstrated aptitude for print journalism and plan to pursue a four-year degree in journalism. Go to www.dallasfoundation.org/ The Dallas Foundation - Dr. Dan J. and Patricia S. Pickard Scholarship - $1000 – Must be African American male, 2.5 GPA and have financial need. Go to www.dallasfoundation.org/ The Charles, Lela and Mary Slough Foundation Scholarship - www.midland.edu/slough . Up to $5,000 per year ($2,500 per semester Fall & Spring Only) for a total of 5 years or the completion of a Bachelor's Degree or a total accumulation of 136 semester hours or 36 credits, whichever comes first. Smaller amounts may be awarded on a one-time basis with no guarantee of future awards. Go to www.midland.edu/slough.

Jack & Jill of American Foundation Scholarship - www.jackandjillfoundation.org/scholarships/. *Eligibility Criteria* --High school graduate. -GPA 3.0, up to $ 2500. www.zinch.com/scholarships/jack-and-jill-america-foundation-scholarship.

Applications accepted starting November 15.

Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship - $500 - must be a senior in high school, and GPA of 2.5 or greater. Application at http://odenzascholarships.com/awards/8/eligibility_odenza_marketing_group_scholarship.php B. Davis Scholarship - $1,000 - http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm. This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution. Please do not send transcripts or letters of recommendation at this time. See website to apply. http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm TILF – Texas Interscholastic League Foundation - If a student competes at the UIL Academic State Meet or qualifies as an Outstanding Soloist at the Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest (TYSSEC) any year of their high school career, they are eligible to apply for a TILF scholarship during their senior year. Applications for 2013-14 may be submitted on our website from March 3 to May 30, 2014. Go to www.uiltexas.org/tilf/apply.

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program - $1,000. Submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page on the web site - www.abottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm BigSun Scholarship...2013 - $500 - Student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are in. The student must be a high school senior. Visit the website to learn how to apply: http://www.bigsunathletics.com/.

BBG Communications Scholarships - $1,000 - be at least a senior in high school. and submit answers to two essay questions.

Applications can be found by going to http://breylandcommunications.com.

Texas Tuition Exemptions - exemptions for blind and deaf students, children of disabled firefighters and peace officers, students who are dependents of POW/MIA's and students who are in foster care. Amount: tuition and/or fee exemptions Go to www.collegefortexans.com.

AES Engineering Solutions Essay Scholarship - $500.00 - Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question: "When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What people, things and accomplishments do you need?" Submit essay to: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

Dallas County Community College District Foundation, Inc.: There are over 40 scholarships available through the foundation. Deadlines vary. More information and applications are available online. See website at www.foundation.dcccd.edu/scholarships/scholarships.html. Some of those available are: a )Alice Jones Berding Award in Music – must be enrolled in music. Preference is given to students studying piano. b) Bill J Priest Scholarship – must demonstrate leadership through involvement in academic, church, and/or community-based activities, etc. c )Cecil Wallace Fordham Memorial Award in Visual Arts – must be enrolled in the field of visual arts. d) Cedar Valley SECC Scholarship – to assist students attending Cedar Valley College and in need of financial assistance. e) Communities in School Scholarship – must be an “at-risk” student with a minimum 2.0 GPA g) Early Foundation Scholarship – must be deserving students with a 2.0 GPA and must enroll in a minimum of six credit hours per semester. h) Erin Tierney Kramp Encouragement Award* - The Erin Tierney Kramp program awards scholarships to students based upon their courage and perseverance in the face of adversity. Must have a 3.0 GP, essay, and two letters of recommendation. i) Foundation President’s Scholarship – must be deserving students with a 2.0 GPA and must enroll in a minimum of six credit hours per semester. j) Mountain View College SECC Scholarship – applicant must be in need of financial assistance, have minimum 2.0 GPA and enroll a minimum of six credit hours. l) Rising Star Program - $4,000 maximum for up to three years (tuition and books)

DCCCD January 2014

Scholarships

k) Muse Scholars Program*- Association of Information Systems Professionals (AISP) Scholarship - The MUSE Scholars program awards scholarships to students who demonstrate significant leadership and outstanding academic achievement.

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DEADLINE

SCHOLARSHIP NAME

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American Liberty Scholarship - Amount $50 gift certificate - $5,000 scholarship. Go to www.americanlibertyscholarship.com.

AnyCollege.Com Scholarship - random drawing. Amount $2,000. Register online at www.anycollege.com. Deadline: September 30 ;December 31; March 31; June 30th.

ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) Foundation Scholarships - many scholarships for students who show an interest in the field of music. Register at www.ascapfoundation.org.

Autism Scholarships - for high school students with autism or Asperger syndrome. See www.disaboom.com/ scholarships/autism-scholarships or www.collegescholarships.org/health/autistic-students.htm BlackStudents.com Scholarships - Amount varies with scholarship. There are many scholarships listed. See blackstudents.blacknews.com.

BrainstormUSA - Dare to Dream‌Expect to Succeed Scholarship - awarded every quarter of the year. Amount - Computer. Go to www.brainstormusa.com.

Buick Achievers Scholarship - $2,000-$100,000 scholarships - must plan to major in Engineering /Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study; be interested in pursuing a career in automotive or related industries. To apply go to www.buickachievers.com.

Bureau of Indian Education Grant Program - must be a member of, or at least one-quarter degree Indian blood descendent of a member of an American Indian tribe. Go to www.bie.edu/ParentsStudents/index.htm.

Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation Scholarship Program (BNSF Foundation) - dependents of BNSF employees. Go to www.bnsffoundation.org/giving.html.

Call Me Mister Program - students pursuing teacher education at participating colleges. Amount: Tuition assistance. Go to www.callmemister.clemson.edu.

Cancer Survivors Scholarships - scholarships for students who have been survivors of cancer. Amount varies with scholarship.

Go to www.cancersurvivorsfund.org/.

Coast Guard Mutual Assistance - family member of active, retired, civilian employees, reserve and auxiliary members of the U.S. Coast Guard. Go to www.cgmahq.org (click on "Assistance", then "Programs) College Peas Student Standout College Scholarship - submit a maximum 300-word essay describing a special skill, talent or interest that helps you stand out from your peers. Information at www.collegepeas.com/money. We have not set an application deadline for this round and, therefore, no award date. You may still apply, however.

College Prowler No Essay Scholarship - Amount $2,000. See website www.collegeprowler.com.

Collegeanswer.com Contest - Register monthly. Amount $1,000. Register at www.collegeanswer.com.

Communities Foundation of Texas - Amount varies. See www.cftexas.org (click on "Grants") Courage to Grow Scholarship - Amount $500. See http://couragetogrow scholarship. com.

Department of Veterans Affairs Student Volunteer program - opportunities to students who volunteer at VA medical centers.

Go to www.volunteer.va.gov/StudentProgram.asp.

EducationStart.org Scholarships - random drawing. Must be 17 yrs. Or older. Essay required. Amount $3,000 - $4,000.

Information at http://educationstart.org/cholarships/ Fleetwood Memorial Foundation - dependents of Texas Law enforcement or Fire protection Personnel who were killed in the performance of their duties. Go to www.fleetwoodmemorial.org.

Folds of Honor Foundation - dependent of a disabled veteran, deceased veteran or POW/MIA. Amount up to $5,000. Information available on website after October 15th. Go to www.foldsofhonor.org/scholarships.

Foster Care Children Scholarships - Amount $5,000/year. Go to www.statevoucher.org.

Good Samaritan Foundation Scholarships - for nursing students. Amount varies. Go to www.gsftx.org.

Iris-Samuel Rothman Scholarship - open to male students who have lost their mother and have either lost their father or does not have a father available to him. Go to www.iris-samuelrothmanscholarship.org.

Mattera National Scholarship Fund for Migrant Children - Amount $150 - $500. Go to www.migrant.net.

MyMajors Scholarship - $500 Scholarship - Eligible: Current Juniors and Seniors in High School. Fill out form on link below to be entered. Go to http://www.mymajors.com/blog/index.php/scholarships/ National Merit $2500 Scholarships: These are one-time, nonrenewable awards of $2,500 made to high school seniors who qualify as Finalists in the annual National Merit Scholarship Program. For more information, please contact National Merit Scholarship Corporation at (847) 866-5100. Go to www.statefarm.com/aboutus/community/grants/foundation/state_farm_foundation_scholarships.asp Scholar Gamers.com - register on website and play games as selected by ScholarGames.com to qualify for scholarships. Go to www.scholargames.com.

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Special Operations Warrior Foundation - College Scholarships for the surviving children of fallen Special Operations Forces. Go to www.specialops.org.

State Farm Companies Foundation - Amount varies. Go to www.statefarm.com/aboutus/community/ grants/grants.asp.

Accounting Education Center Scholarships - students pursuing a major in accounting. Amount varies with scholarship. Go to http://ceae.aicpa.org/.

American Welding Society Scholarships - students interested in a career in welding industry. Amount varies. See www.aws.org/w/s/foundation.

Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation - practical knowledge competitions. Amount varies with scholarship. Go to www.cksf.org.

Construct My Future.Com Scholarships - students attending programs in any construction industry related field. For more information see www.constructmyfuture.com/ Students/Scholarships/Scharlarships.asp.

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Dale E. Fridell Memorial Scholarship - Amount $1,000. Apply online at www.straightforwardmedia.com.