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SAT - Late Registration Deadline for 6/7 Test

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May National SAT Test

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April National ACT Test

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March National SAT Test

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February National ACT Test

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December National ACT Test

December National SAT Test

SAT - Late Registration Deadline for 12/7 Test

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ACT - Late Registration Deadline for 12/7

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November National SAT Test

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SAT - Late Registration Deadline for 11/2 Test

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PSAT/NMQST

ACT - Late Registration Deadline for 10/26

October  National SAT Test

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September National ACT Test

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Scholarship Calendar

Scholarships

<a href="https://www.hsf.net/scholarship">https://www.hsf.net/scholarship</a> <h3>HSF Scholar Benefits</h3> As an HSF Scholar, you will have access to HSF’s invaluable Scholar Support Services and be eligible to receive a scholarship, depending on available funds.    <ul><li>Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants</li><li>HSF Scholars have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training</li><li>Career services include access to select internship and job opportunities with HSF corporate partners</li><li>HSF Scholars are eligible to apply for all Scholar Conferences including, the STEM Summit, Finance Conference, Media &amp; Entertainment Summit, Entrepreneurship Summit, and Healthcare Summit</li><li>Exclusive access to the HSF Insider which shares invaluable information and career opportunities</li><li>Finally, and importantly, HSF awards more than $30 million in Scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which range from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students</li></ul> <h3>Award</h3> Scholars are selected based on merit. Award amounts range from $500 - $5,000, based on relative need. <h3>Eligibility Requirements</h3> <ul><li>Must be of Hispanic heritage</li><li>U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA </li><li>Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students</li><li>Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US, for the 2024-2025 academic year</li><li>Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)</li></ul>

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<a href="https://www.hsf.net/scholarship">https://www.hsf.net/scholarship</a> <h3>HSF Scholar Benefits</h3> As an HSF Scholar, you will have access to HSF’s invaluable Scholar Support Services and be eligible to receive a scholarship, depending on available funds.    <ul><li>Every year, HSF selects 10,000 outstanding students as HSF Scholars from a broad and talented pool of applicants</li><li>HSF Scholars have access to a full range of invaluable Scholar Support Services, including career services, mentorship, leadership development, knowledge building, and wellness training</li><li>Career services include access to select internship and job opportunities with HSF corporate partners</li><li>HSF Scholars are eligible to apply for all Scholar Conferences including, the STEM Summit, Finance Conference, Media &amp; Entertainment Summit, Entrepreneurship Summit, and Healthcare Summit</li><li>Exclusive access to the HSF Insider which shares invaluable information and career opportunities</li><li>Finally, and importantly, HSF awards more than $30 million in Scholarships annually and, depending upon available funds, HSF Scholars may also be eligible to receive a scholarship, which range from $500-$5,000 and are awarded directly to students</li></ul> <h3>Award</h3> Scholars are selected based on merit. Award amounts range from $500 - $5,000, based on relative need. <h3>Eligibility Requirements</h3> <ul><li>Must be of Hispanic heritage</li><li>U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA </li><li>Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students</li><li>Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the US, for the 2024-2025 academic year</li><li>Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)</li></ul>

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<a href="https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship">https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship</a> <h3>About The Gates Scholarship</h3> The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.To learn more watch this <a href="https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/about-gates">video</a>. <h3>Award</h3> Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance* that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university.*Cost of attendance includes tuition, fees, room, board, books, and transportation, and may include other personal costs. <h3>Basic Eligibility</h3> <ul><li>To apply, students must be:<ul><li>A high school senior</li><li>From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian &amp; Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American</li><li>Pell-eligible</li><li>A US citizen, national, or permanent resident</li><li>In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) </li></ul> Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.*For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required. </li></ul> <h3>Ideal Candidate</h3> An ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)</li><li>Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)</li><li>Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)</li></ul>

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<h3>Deadline September 15th each year</h3><h3>About The Gates Scholarship</h3> The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.<h3>To learn more watch this <a href="https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/about-gates">video</a>.</h3><h3>Award </h3> Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance* that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university.*Cost of attendance includes tuition, fees, room, board, books, and transportation, and may include other personal costs. <h3>Basic Eligibility</h3> <ul><li>To apply, students must be:<ul><li>A high school senior</li><li>From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian &amp; Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American</li><li>Pell-eligible</li><li>A US citizen, national, or permanent resident</li><li>In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) </li></ul> Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.*For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required. </li></ul> <h3>Ideal Candidate</h3> An ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)</li><li>Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)</li><li>Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.) </li></ul>

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<a href="https://martifoundation.awardspring.com/">https://martifoundation.awardspring.com/</a> What is the Marti Foundation? <ul><li>The Marti Foundation is a non-profit that was started in 1988 by George and Jo Marti to provide educational scholarships to graduates of Johnson County schools.  The Foundation has assisted thousands of students over the past 36 years.</li></ul> What Do I Get? <ul><li>Our scholarships are $1,500 per semester, and they can be renewed for up to a total of eight semesters ($12,000).</li></ul> How Do I Apply?<ul><li>You must go to our Scholarship Portal and sign up, fill out the online application and upload documents you are asked to provide. The portal will open March 1st and the deadline for submission will be May 1 at 11:59PM.</li></ul> Who Qualifies? <ul><li>You must be a high school graduate: Public, private, home-schooled or GED recipients are welcome to apply.</li><li>You must attend an accredited institution. These can be colleges or technical schools.</li><li>Once awarded a scholarship, you must take a minimum of fourteen (14) academic hours towards your degree and maintain at least a 2.75 GPA.</li><li>Preference will be given to Johnson County residents and/or graduates.</li></ul>

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If you are pursuing post-secondary education in horticulture, botany, agriculture, or a related field, APPLY!! Johnson County Master GardenersTexas A&amp;M AgriLife Extension Service <h3>WE ARE HAPPY TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:</h3>Application deadline FOR BOTH: received by or submitted to the JCMGA office by May 1, 2025, @ 11:59 pm. Please read the eligibility requirements before applying.<h4><a href="https://txmg.org/johnson/schneider-scholarship-application/" target="_blank">APPLY for the CHRIS SCHNEIDER $3000 SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE!</a></h4><h4><a href="https://txmg.org/johnson/johnson-county-mg-scholarship-application/" target="_blank">APPLY for the JOHNSON COUNTY MASTER GARDENER $2000 SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE! (2 scholarships given out)</a></h4><h4><a href="https://txmg.org/johnson/files/2024/01/JoCoMGScholarship-application.pdf" target="_blank">APPLY BY MAIL!</a></h4><h3> Eligibility Requirements: </h3>The following eligibility requirements shall apply to candidates for Johnson County Master Gardener Association Scholarships.The applicant must be:<ul><li>a resident of Johnson County, TX.</li><li>a graduating high school senior student from a Johnson County, TX public, private, or home school, excluding Godley HS and Cleburne HS. (Godley HS students may apply for the Jack Rowland Scholarship – Cleburne HS students may apply for the Ben Oefinger scholarship).</li><li>pursuing post-secondary education in horticulture, botany, agriculture, or a related field.</li><li>have a 3.0 GPA or higher</li><li>intend to enroll as a full-time student at an accredited college or university during the Fall and Spring semesters following graduation from high school with the intent of receiving a degree.</li></ul>**All scholarship applications must be completed in full and RECEIVED by the JCMGA office by May 1 of each year.<h3></h3><h3>Administration:</h3>The general administration of the Johnson County Master Gardener Association Scholarship is under the direction of the scholarship committee of the JCMGA, which will evaluate all scholarship applications and award the scholarship. The Scholarship Committee will consist of current members of the Johnson County Master Gardeners Association, both current Master Gardeners and interns.An interview may be required.Incomplete applications will not be considered.Awards will be announced the week of May 1 and will be presented at the JCMGA regularly scheduled May meeting.<h3></h3><h3>Scholarship Disbursement:</h3>The scholarship recipient will receive a $1000 scholarship paid in two installments: $500 at the beginning of the Fall semester and $500 at the beginning of the Spring semester. The recipient is required to maintain a GPA of at least 3.0 and be a full-time student during each semester covered by the award. Proof that the recipient has met these standards will be required before the second disbursement is made. The Johnson County Master Gardeners Association reserves the right to withhold unpaid portions of the scholarship if the recipient fails to meet the requirements above.Scholarships will be awarded based on the availability of funds and will be used for tuition, fees, and required books. All scholarships will be paid directly to the school.All unused funds must be returned to the Johnson County Master Gardener Scholarship Fund.To ensure the scholarship disbursement is credited to the correct account, it is the recipient’s responsibility to provide the JCMGA with a college/university account number or student ID# before the disbursement is made.Application Checklist: ___Print the completed application form for mailing (unless applying online) ___Attach the required letters of recommendation (2) ___Attach the essay ___Attach the most current high school transcript***All scholarship applications must be completed in full and RECEIVED or submitted online by the JCMGA office by May 1 of each year @ 11:59 pm.Mail application and all attachments to: Johnson County Master Gardener Association Attn: Scholarship Committee 109 W. Chambers St.  Cleburne, TX 76033

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2025 STANLEY K. HARPER SCHOLARSHIP***VHS STUDENTS ONLY***The $4000 Harper scholarship will be awarded to a maximum of 4 graduating Venus High School seniors with post-secondary education plans. Application Criteria<ul><li dir="ltr">Be a graduating senior at Venus High School</li><li dir="ltr">Enrolling in a college, university, or technical school in the summer or fall of 2025</li><li dir="ltr">Have a minimum GPA of 2.5</li><li dir="ltr">Demonstrate commitment to achieving academic and career goals</li></ul>Your application must be typed or printed in black or blue ink. An unofficial transcript is required and must be submitted with the application.  Return your completed application to Mrs. Sanchez no later than April 30, 2025. Application ---&gt; <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ixIfgUWa0OXFl8H15wRJyLfkpJIRGI_ble8R1OS3zWw/copy" target="_blank" class="pastedDriveLink-0">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ixIfgUWa0OXFl8H15wRJyLfkpJIRGI_ble8R1OS3zWw/copy</a>

LOCAL - Harper K. Stanley Scholarship Due

Mrs. Ward has opened up her scholarship in memory of her son, Brenden.  This scholarship seeks applicants who mirror Brenden's exemplary character both on and off the field. Prospective recipients should exhibit pride in their association with Venus, embodying the true spirit of a Bulldog through and through. Here's to carrying on Brenden's legacy—Go Bulldogs! Scholarships will be awarded to one female and one male for $600 towards anything at the college - tuition, room and board, and books. Scholarship requirements: <ul><li>Completed application by the due date (Monday, April 17, 2024)</li><li>Completed essay</li><li>GPA 3.0 or higher</li><li>Student Athlete or Athletic Trainer</li><li>Involved in at least one extracurricular activity or community service effort</li></ul> This is a local scholarship, which means that VHS students are the ONLY students applying. Please fill out this application and bring it or share it with me no later than Monday, April 17th.  We are NOT at school that day, so make sure you don't forget!  I will not accept late applications. *****DO NOT SUBMIT DIRECTLY TO MRS. WARD!!***** Scholarship Application ---&gt; <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/10c1F3JFECUlmIUpovrSG0DDOsgrKNg17IExFO8AHoiY/copy" class="pastedDriveLink-0">https://docs.google.com/document/d/10c1F3JFECUlmIUpovrSG0DDOsgrKNg17IExFO8AHoiY/copy</a>

LOCAL - Brenden Ward Scholarship Due

The Venus ISD Police Department Senior Scholarship was established in 2021 in order to assist Venus ISD graduates in furthering their education through a two-year or four-year college/university, or trade school. ***VHS Students ONLY*** Scholarship Amount: $500 (Two Recipients) THIS APPLICATION WITH ALL ATTACHMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN PERSON (to Mrs. Sanchez) OR BY EMAIL (<a href="mailto:robert.wood@venusisd.net" target="_blank">robert.wood@venusisd.net</a>) BY THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2025. Qualifications &amp; Requirements: All bullet points are required.<ul><li>Applicants must be enrolled in Venus HS both their Junior and Senior year,</li><li>Applicants must have an unweighted GPA of a 3.0 or better,</li><li>Applicants must be applying to a community college, 4-year college or university, or trade school,</li><li>Application must be completed in its entirety, in the applicant’s own handwriting, and submitted by the posted deadline with all requested supporting documents:</li></ul><ul><li>One-page essay (12 pt. font, double spaced) elaborating on; “When something bad happens you have three choices. You can either let it define you, let it destroy you, or you can let it strengthen you.” ― Dr. Seuss,</li><li>2 letters of Recommendations from past or present VISD faculty members,</li><li>Official High School Transcript (either print it out at home or you can request it from me),</li><li>If Applicant has taken the SAT and/or ACT, please provide copies of scores.</li></ul> Application--&gt;  <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1frP1YqQvN8GantatJMimDQsCS_HM46F7EOyhvzcfqt4/copy" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1frP1YqQvN8GantatJMimDQsCS_HM46F7EOyhvzcfqt4/copy</a>

LOCAL - VISD Police Scholarship DUE

THE DEBORAH ROTEN KENNEMER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPClass of 2025***VHS STUDENTS ONLY***1 Recipient - $1000 Scholarship ($500 first semester/$500 second semester) Deborah Roten Kennemer was a graduate of Venus High School who passed away early in her adulthood.  Her family would like to honor her by awarding this scholarship annually to an outstanding student who plans to attend college directly after high school.  You can see Deborah’s memorial in the trophy case by the school's front doors.  Scholarship Requirements:<ul><li>College Acceptance Letter or Email</li><li>List of Clubs/Organizations and positions held (MAY ATTACH RESUME)</li><li>Community work/Accomplishments/Work experience</li><li>Letter of Recommendation from Religious or Community Leader</li><li>Essay – Do not attach with staple, please paperclip only</li><li>Use this page as a cover sheet</li></ul> This application must be completed fully to be considered for a scholarship.Applications turned in after the deadline date will not be considered. DO NOT PUT YOUR NAME IN OR ON THE ESSAY – ONLY YOUR VHS ID# AT THE TOPOne-page essay on the most important qualities you possess that will ensure your success in college and your career.  Also, discuss how receiving a scholarship will be beneficial.(Double-spaced, 12 pt. font, Times New Roman)Student Name: ________________________________________________________________Which college or university are you planning to attend?  ____________________________________________________________________________ GPA:  ________________                    RANK: _______________________ Turn in your completed scholarship application to Mrs. Sanchez by March 31, 2025. Applications turned in after the deadline date will not be considered. Application Here --&gt; <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/10kSsO1GAqw_bNkHGCjwx_xjqigXnsyHbVfHRr_YlZLw/copy" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/document/d/10kSsO1GAqw_bNkHGCjwx_xjqigXnsyHbVfHRr_YlZLw/copy</a>

LOCAL - Roten Kennemer Memorial Scholarship

***VHS STUDENTS ONLY*** <ol><li>The Venus FFA Booster Club will award three (3) $250 scholarships determined by the scholarship selection committee.  The selection committee will be composed of members of the community and/or AG science teachers from surrounding districts. </li><li>The Venus FFA Booster Club Scholarship Committee will select scholarship recipients. Among the matters considered will be high school academic records, participation in the FFA program, extra-curricular activities, leadership qualities, and the students' statements and answers to the questions on the application.</li><li>To be eligible to apply, an applicant must: <ul><li>Be an active member of the Venus FFA Chapter for at least two years, including the current scholastic year. </li><li>Be a current senior graduating in May 2025.. </li><li>Upon graduation have completed at least 4 different semesters of instruction in Agri-science and /or agribusiness during the grades 9 through 12.   </li><li>Must enroll and attend a college, university, or technical school the immediate year following graduation from high school no later than the fall semester following high school graduation before monies will be paid.  Proof of enrollment must be submitted to the President and Treasurer of the Booster Club.  Exceptions must be approved by the Booster club officers.  </li><li>A complete application consists of the following items: </li></ul><ol><li>Application form </li><li>A typed essay, not more than one page double spaced<ol><li>Topic: How has being a member of the FFA impacted your high school experience and given direction to your future plans?</li></ol></li><li>Two reference letters that are not from family/Ag Science teacher </li><li>A high school transcript </li></ol></li></ol> Application ---&gt; <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sJ8bbjjI_1F7JhLEVjmlLhSUe3T0u51NDhMdGP5mSVs/copy" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sJ8bbjjI_1F7JhLEVjmlLhSUe3T0u51NDhMdGP5mSVs/copy</a> ALL APPLICATIONS ARE DUE THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2025 BY 3:55 PM TO MRS. SANCHEZ.  NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

LOCAL- FFA Booster Club Scholarship Applications Due

The Johnson County Republican Women are proud to award scholarships in this thirteenth year of the Polly Guthrie Memorial Scholarship program. A longtime resident of Joshua, Polly was an educator, coach, and beloved friend of conservative values, the U.S. Constitution, and the people of Johnson County. She served as President of JCRW and as District Director for Senatorial District 22 of the Texas Federation of Republican Women. Polly also served on both the National Republican Congressional and Senatorial Advisory Committees.   Eligibility <ul><li>U.S. Citizen</li><li>Johnson County Resident</li><li>Graduating High School Senior</li><li>GPA of 3.5/5.0 or 2.8/4.0</li><li>Seeking College Degree or Vocational Certification</li></ul> Selection Criteria <ul><li>Merit-Based</li><li>Minimum 500 Word Essay</li><li>Personal Interview</li><li>Overall Strength in<ul><li>Academics/test scores</li><li>Extracurricular Activities</li><li>Community Involvement</li><li>Essay and Interview</li></ul></li></ul> Your application must be mailed and postmarked by March 17, 2025!  I am happy to mail them off for you! Mail to JCRW Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 1176, Cleburne, TX 76033. Scholarship Application ===&gt; <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wFd7AYV94pkcMhvIrtskU5g0Lyrkc7xbdt5Vk8E9TEw/copy" target="_blank" class="pastedDriveLink-0">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wFd7AYV94pkcMhvIrtskU5g0Lyrkc7xbdt5Vk8E9TEw/copy</a>

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This is a potential full scholarship. More details are below!  If you are chosen, cohorts of students will be connected with peer and professional networks and mentors, participate in unique leadership development programs, and receive opportunities for undergraduate research and study abroad options.  Current Participating Institutions for the 2025-2026 academic year include:<ul><li>Angelo State University</li><li>East Texas A&amp;M University (formerly Texas A&amp;M University-Commerce)</li><li>Lamar University</li><li>Midwestern State University</li><li>Prairie View A&amp;M University</li><li>Sam Houston State University</li><li>Tarleton State University</li><li>Texas A&amp;M University</li><li>Texas A&amp;M University-Corpus Christi</li><li>Texas A&amp;M University International</li><li>Texas A&amp;M Kingsville</li><li>Texas A&amp;M University-San Antonio</li><li>Texas Southern University</li><li>Texas State University</li><li>Texas Tech University</li><li>Texas Woman's University</li><li>University of Houston</li><li>University of North Texas</li><li>The University of Texas</li><li>The University of Texas Arlington</li><li>The University of Texas Dallas</li><li>The University of Texas El Paso</li><li>The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley</li><li>The University of Texas San Antonio</li><li>The University of Texas Tyler</li><li>West Texas A&amp;M University</li></ul> <h2>Texas Leadership Scholars Program Eligibility and Application</h2> <h3>Applications for the Fall 2025 CLOSE ON FEBRUARY 15, 2025 at 11:59 pm CST!</h3><h3>**All recommendations must be completed by February 18, 2025, at 11:59 pm CST.**</h3> <h2>Eligibility Criteria</h2>The Texas Leadership Scholars (TLS) program seeks top-performing students with demonstrated financial need, leadership in their high school community, and academic success.<ul><li>Demonstrated financial need, as evidenced by FAFSA or TASFA (<a href="http://www.collegeforalltexans.com/apps/financialaid/tofa2.cfm?ID=458" target="_blank">must be TEXAS Grant eligible</a>). The FAFSA/TASFA must be completed by the application deadline, February 15, 2025.</li><li>Graduating High School Senior from an accredited <a href="https://tea4avcastro.tea.state.tx.us/accountability/accreditation/2022_2023_accreditation_statuses.html" target="_blank">Texas High School</a>.</li><li>Scholastic record and ability through top 10%.</li><li>Evidence of leadership and service within your high school and community.</li><li>Accepted to a <a href="https://texasleadershipscholars.org/index" target="_blank">participating 4-year institution.</a></li><li>Complete the Application Process and receive a recommendation from a teacher, counselor, coach, etc. from their graduating high school.</li></ul>Once scholars are admitted to the program, they must maintain TEXAS Grant eligibility, full-time enrollment, maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5, meet Satisfactory Academic Progress, and <a href="https://texasleadershipscholars.org/student-experience" target="_blank">complete all program requirements</a>.<h2>The Application Process</h2>Applications Open for the Fall 2025 Cohort 5 - November 1, 2024Students must be nominated by a staff member (guidance counselor, teacher, principal, etc.) from their graduating high school. High School staff members can learn more about the program or request the application by visiting the<a href="https://texasleadershipscholars.org/staff-resources" target="_blank"> High School Staff Resources page</a>.In the application, students should be prepared to:<ul><li>Provide basic information about yourself, including your current high school GPA.</li><li>Self-assess your leadership skills.</li><li>Provide short responses explaining how you have been a leader in your community.</li><li>Rank three potential <a href="https://texasleadershipscholars.org/index" target="_blank">participating schools</a> to which you've applied.</li><li>Provide the contact information of someone from their high school who can serve as a reference. A recommendation form will automatically be sent to them upon submission.<ul><li>Recommendations will be given a short grace period for candidates who submit an application shortly before the deadline, but we strongly urge completing the application by mid-January to ensure time for the recommendation to be submitted before applications are reviewed by Texas Leadership Scholars Program staff.</li></ul></li></ul>*At the onset of awarding, the Scholarship is not transferable because we seek to ensure a cohort of students at each campus. If the student does not attend the institution that awarded the scholarship, they will be foregoing being a participant in this program.* Questions on the application you might have a question about: <ul><li>Are you a Texas First Graduate? You should answer no.</li><li>Are you an Early College High School Graduate?  You should answer no.  We do not have an early college high school.</li></ul> Check your email for the link.  Please do not share this with anyone.  Everyone in the Top 10% received this.  It is not available to everyone. Also, make sure that you are speaking to the person you want to give you a recommendation to BEFORE submitting this application.

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Welcome and thank you for your interest in the McDonald's® HACER® National Scholarship Program! This year, McDonald’s® is awarding up to 30 McDonald’s® HACER® National Scholarships, ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 to help students like you continue their educational growth. Applications will be reviewed by an independent selection committee that will take many things into consideration including but not limited to academic performance, community involvement, personal statements, and financial need. Who is eligible to apply? Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be eligible to apply to any of the scholarships offered through this Program. <ul><li>Must be a current high school senior who is eligible to attend a two- or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school.</li><li>Must be a legal U.S. Resident, U.S. Citizen, or a DREAMer/DACA recipient</li><li>Must be less than 21 years of age.</li><li>Must have a minimum 2.8 GPA.</li><li>Must have at least one parent of Hispanic/Latino heritage.</li><li>Hispanic/Latino is an ethnic category, not a racial category; student applicants may be of any race.<ul><li>Applicants must be from a family that came from at least one of these countries/territories: Argentina, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, El Salvador, Spain, Uruguay, or Venezuela.</li></ul></li></ul> Deadline: February 6, 2025 at 9:59 PM Central Time Zone Apply Here ➡️<a href="https://aim.applyists.net/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2f" target="_blank">https://aim.applyists.net/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2f</a>⬅️

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<h1>H-E-B UIL Scholarships for Texas Athletic, Music, and Academic Participants</h1><h1>For the seventh consecutive year, H-E-B will award 15 high school seniors who participate in UIL competitions with a $2,000 scholarship in recognition of their community service and involvement in their communities. Five students who compete in athletics, five students who compete in music, and five more students who compete in academic events will be selected from the pool of applicants from across the state.H-E-B will award each selected student with a $2,000 scholarship toward their college/university of choice. Recipients will be spotlighted during the 2025 UIL Texas Girls &amp; Boys Basketball State Championships.Requirements:  You must be a current Texas high school senior graduating in 2025 with a minimum 3.3 GPA, have participated in a UIL competition as a high school student and have been active in community service programs or events.Applicants must complete the <a href="https://www.sportsinaction.com/scholarship/application-form/" target="_blank">online application form</a> and submit all support documents at the same time. Applications for the 2024-25 school year are now OPEN. Here's what you will need to apply for 2024-25 consideration.<ol><li>Current GPA</li><li>Number of Community Service Hours in the last 12 months</li><li>Community Service Verification Letters to document the number of hours submitted</li><li>A Letter of Recommendation</li><li>A short essay (500 words or less) on the topic: "What does Community mean to you?"</li></ol><ul><li>NOTE: If you are unable to upload your files, please email the attachments to <a href="mailto:subservice@texasfootball.com" target="_blank">subservice@texasfootball.com</a></li></ul>On behalf of H-E-B, we are excited to again offer this opportunity to Texas students, and appreciate the generous support of our sponsor. The selection committee looks forward to reviewing <a href="https://www.sportsinaction.com/scholarship/application-form/" target="_blank">your application</a>. Scholarship Application Everything must be submitted at one time. Make sure you have all attachments and the essay question answer ready before beginning your application. Application deadline is Friday, January 31st, 2025 at 11:59pm. Recipients will be announced at the UIL Girls &amp; Boys Basketball Championships in February and March 2025 and on SportsInAction.com. If you are unable to upload your files, please email the attachments to <a href="mailto:subservice@texasfootball.com" target="_blank">subservice@texasfootball.com</a>.  </h1>

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Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards Live application window: October 1, 2024 through January 15, 2025 3:00 pm Central Time or when 1000 applications have been received Penguin Random House is passionate about encouraging the next generation of readers and authors and promoting diverse voices and stories. For over 30 years, Penguin Random House has supported this mission through the Creative Writing Awards, which in 2019 entered into an innovative new partnership with national advocacy nonprofit We Need Diverse Books. Through this program, Penguin Random House will award college scholarships of up to $10,000 each to six public U.S. high school seniors, nationwide.Creative Writing Awards winners have gone on to become professional and award-winning authors. Since 1993, this program has awarded more than $2.9 million dollars to public high school students for original poetry, memoir/personal essay, fiction/drama, freedom of expression prompts, and spoken-word compositions. This signature program continues to empower and celebrate hundreds of young writers each year.This program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarships and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Eligibility for individual programs is determined at the sole discretion of the sponsor and eligible applications are reviewed by Scholarship America’s evaluation team.  <a href="https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/penguinrandomhouse/?_gl=1*3r7zu0*_gcl_au*MTc1NTYwNzgxLjE3MjY2NzQxODU.*_ga*MTgzNTA3NzkuMTcyNjY3NDE4NQ..*_ga_WRXNLCNQJ6*MTcyNjY3NDE4NC4xLjEuMTcyNjY3NTQ1Ni40Ny4wLjA.#"> Eligibility</a> <a href="https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/penguinrandomhouse/?_gl=1*3r7zu0*_gcl_au*MTc1NTYwNzgxLjE3MjY2NzQxODU.*_ga*MTgzNTA3NzkuMTcyNjY3NDE4NQ..*_ga_WRXNLCNQJ6*MTcyNjY3NDE4NC4xLjEuMTcyNjY3NTQ1Ni40Ny4wLjA.#"> Awards</a> <a href="https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/penguinrandomhouse/?_gl=1*3r7zu0*_gcl_au*MTc1NTYwNzgxLjE3MjY2NzQxODU.*_ga*MTgzNTA3NzkuMTcyNjY3NDE4NQ..*_ga_WRXNLCNQJ6*MTcyNjY3NDE4NC4xLjEuMTcyNjY3NTQ1Ni40Ny4wLjA.#">Uploading Creative Work</a> Awards will be distributed as follows:<ul><li>$10,000 Maya Angelou Award for Spoken Word</li><li>$10,000 Amanda Gorman Award for Poetry</li><li>$10,000 James Baldwin Award for Fiction</li><li>$10,000 Michelle Obama Award for Memoir</li><li>$10,000 Freedom of Expression award for book bans prompt</li></ul>Up to one hundred (100) Honorable Mention recipients will receive a “Creativity Kit” gift from Penguin Random House.

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<a href="https://www.singletonscholarship.org/Index.aspx">https://www.singletonscholarship.org/Index.aspx</a> Information will be updated when the website is updated: The online application for the M.E. Singleton Scholarship will be available starting Tuesday, January 2, 2024 and close on Friday, May 3, 2024.  Students applying for the scholarship must complete the electronic application on this website. In addition to the application, each student is required to submit via this website the following documents:<ul><li>Copy of High School Transcript (does not have to be official, copies are accepted).</li></ul><ul><li>Copy of the first two pages of parent's/guardian's most recent Tax Return. (Should provide parents' or guardians' reported income)</li></ul><ul><li>Current Headshot Photo.  (Selfies are not acceptable)</li></ul><ul><li>Essay (less than 500 words, explain what makes you stand out among your classmates and why should you be selected for one of the scholarships being offered).</li></ul><ul><li>Two letters of recommendation from a principal, superintendent, counselor, teacher, or pastor/priest.</li></ul>Applications are to be completed by the deadline of Friday, May 3, 2024 at 5:00pm CST, after which the application will be locked; no additional information or documents can be added or edited.  Only completed applications with all the required documents uploaded will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee, and the recipients will be notified of the Committee’s decisions in May of 2024 via the contact email entered on the scholarship application.

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<h1>Steiner Family Scholarship</h1> <h3></h3><h3>The application program will be available again in January. Please return then to view the updated Eligibility and Awards for the next academic year! If you are an applicant who would like to discover more scholarship opportunities you might qualify for, please continue to the Scholarship America Hub and sign up!</h3> <a href="https://start.scholarsapply.org/?programcycleid=60697">Scholarship America Hub</a>

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Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards Live application window: October 1, 2024 through January 15, 2025 3:00 pm Central Time or when 1000 applications have been received Penguin Random House is passionate about encouraging the next generation of readers and authors and promoting diverse voices and stories. For over 30 years, Penguin Random House has supported this mission through the Creative Writing Awards, which in 2019 entered into an innovative new partnership with national advocacy nonprofit We Need Diverse Books. Through this program, Penguin Random House will award college scholarships of up to $10,000 each to six public U.S. high school seniors, nationwide.Creative Writing Awards winners have gone on to become professional and award-winning authors. Since 1993, this program has awarded more than $2.9 million dollars to public high school students for original poetry, memoir/personal essay, fiction/drama, freedom of expression prompts, and spoken-word compositions. This signature program continues to empower and celebrate hundreds of young writers each year.This program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarships and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Eligibility for individual programs is determined at the sole discretion of the sponsor and eligible applications are reviewed by Scholarship America’s evaluation team.  <a href="https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/penguinrandomhouse/?_gl=1*3r7zu0*_gcl_au*MTc1NTYwNzgxLjE3MjY2NzQxODU.*_ga*MTgzNTA3NzkuMTcyNjY3NDE4NQ..*_ga_WRXNLCNQJ6*MTcyNjY3NDE4NC4xLjEuMTcyNjY3NTQ1Ni40Ny4wLjA.#"> Eligibility</a> <a href="https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/penguinrandomhouse/?_gl=1*3r7zu0*_gcl_au*MTc1NTYwNzgxLjE3MjY2NzQxODU.*_ga*MTgzNTA3NzkuMTcyNjY3NDE4NQ..*_ga_WRXNLCNQJ6*MTcyNjY3NDE4NC4xLjEuMTcyNjY3NTQ1Ni40Ny4wLjA.#"> Awards</a> <a href="https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/penguinrandomhouse/?_gl=1*3r7zu0*_gcl_au*MTc1NTYwNzgxLjE3MjY2NzQxODU.*_ga*MTgzNTA3NzkuMTcyNjY3NDE4NQ..*_ga_WRXNLCNQJ6*MTcyNjY3NDE4NC4xLjEuMTcyNjY3NTQ1Ni40Ny4wLjA.#">Uploading Creative Work</a> Awards will be distributed as follows:<ul><li>$10,000 Maya Angelou Award for Spoken Word</li><li>$10,000 Amanda Gorman Award for Poetry</li><li>$10,000 James Baldwin Award for Fiction</li><li>$10,000 Michelle Obama Award for Memoir</li><li>$10,000 Freedom of Expression award for book bans prompt</li></ul>Up to one hundred (100) Honorable Mention recipients will receive a “Creativity Kit” gift from Penguin Random House.

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<a href="https://webportalapp.com/sp/login/ccsf" target="_blank">https://webportalapp.com/sp/login/ccsf</a> &lt;--Apply here!!SUBMISSION DEADLINE 4 p.m. Centra Monday, September 30, 2024(The deadline to complete the required eligibility quiz - the first step of the application - is 3 p.m. Central on Monday, September 30, 2024.)To begin, click "Sign Up" to create your profile.We strongly recommend that you use the same email address in all locations of this application (in the log-in set-up and in the subsequent profile creation) and that it be a non-school email address.Many school firewalls block delivery of messages from the <a href="http://coca-cola.com/" target="_blank">coca-cola.com</a> domain. If you have to use a school-based email, check your junk/spam filters regularly.Eligibility RequirementsApplicants must be:<ul><li>Current high school/home-schooled students attending school in one of the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or select DoD schools who will graduate high school during the 2024-2025 academic school year (students graduating from an American or expat school abroad are not eligible for this award; individuals who have already graduated from high school are not eligible)</li><li>U.S. Citizens (not Temporary Residents), U.S. Nationals, U.S. Permanent Residents, Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-Haitian Entrants, OR Humanitarian Parolees - based on the guidelines utilized by U.S. Department of Education for Federal Financial Aid eligibility</li><li>Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university</li></ul>Applicants may not be:<ul><li>Children or grandchildren of current employees, officers, or owners of Coca-Cola bottling companies, The Coca-Cola Company, Company divisions or subsidiaries</li><li>Children or grandchildren of former employees, officers, or owners of Coca-Cola bottling companies, The Coca-Cola Company, Company divisions or subsidiaries who are currently receiving retirement benefits from those entities</li><li>Students attending school outside of the 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico (with the exception of students attending select DoD schools; students graduating from an American or expat school abroad are not eligible for this award, even if they meet the citizenship criteria above)</li><li>High school graduates (if you received a high school diploma prior to the 2024-2025 school year, you are not eligible)</li><li>Temporary Residents (if your permanent legal residence is outside the U.S., you are not eligible)</li></ul> <a href="https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/" target="_blank">https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/</a> &lt;&lt;---More Information Click here!

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<table><tbody><tr><td><center><table><tbody><tr><td> About The Gates Scholarship   The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.   Selected Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance to earn a bachelor’s degree, that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university. Costs covered include tuition, fees, books, and food and housing, and may include additional personal costs.   TGS also provides Scholars with various online support services designed to help them excel in their degree programs, graduate, and make a successful transition to their chosen careers. These include career services, mentoring, leadership development, wellness, and knowledge building.</td></tr></tbody></table></center></td></tr></tbody></table> <table><tbody><tr><td><center><table><tbody><tr><td> </td></tr><tr><td> Eligibility requirements: <ul><li>A high school senior</li><li>From at least one of the following ethnicities: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian/Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American</li><li>Pell-eligible</li><li>A US citizen, national, or permanent resident</li><li>In a good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)</li></ul>Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.   *For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required.   An ideal candidate will also have: <ul><li>An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)</li><li>Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)</li><li>Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)</li></ul> Application deadline: Phase I of the application opened July 15, with a submission deadline of Sunday, September 15, 2024, 2:00 PM PT.   For additional information, please <a href="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=http%3a%2f%2fecho3.bluehornet.com%2fct%2f63396843%3as2KgFbWLN%3am%3a1%3a2718323032%3a71404395AFF5F5FAD5A392552EBFDCE4%3ar&amp;c=E,1,IpPlze88mt5xGhDvLKYHmrP6fe_XrnSDNM52BkWoR2imOVVjZm2eNzs-IdGQzFBRAQ_IKTwiT7I4Jy8s1jaFQHpqHuDYDNPn_nMxGINUMsJigfjfuf5U&amp;typo=1" target="_blank">visit our website</a> and watch the video below.</td></tr></tbody></table></center></td></tr></tbody></table>

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<a href="https://dixiebellepaint.com/scholarship/">https://dixiebellepaint.com/scholarship/ </a><a href="https://dixiebellepaint.com/scholarship/"> </a>See below more details!  But here's the jist:1. Must be 18 or older2. US Citizen3. Must be attending college in the Fall 2024 semester4. Due by June 15th.5. Fill out application6. Write a short, original written 500 or less words response to "How creativity helped you in problem solving?" 1. ELIGIBILITY: Dixie Belle Paint Co. Scholarship contest is open to US citizens who are 18 years or older. Students must be attending college or grad school by Fall 2024. Current employees, officers, directors and agents of Sponsor and its related companies and members of their immediate families (defined as spouse, parents, siblings and children) and persons residing at the same address are not eligible to win. Void where prohibited. 2. HOW TO ENTER: To enter, beginning October 31, 2023, submit a complete scholarship Application online at the Sponsor’s Website no later than June 15, 2024 at 09:59 pm Central Time. Limit one (1) Application per person. Application must include name and contact information, background details, academic details, and a short original, previously unpublished written response to the following topic, “How has creativity helped you in problem solving?” (500 words or less). Your written response must be written in English, with correct spelling and grammar. No substitutions of new drafts or corrected pages will be accepted once you have submitted your original Application. Written responses that are obscene, pornographic, libelous or otherwise objectionable will be disqualified. All Applications become the property of the Sponsor and will not be returned. Sponsor assumes no responsibility for lost, late, misdirected, or unintelligible Applications. By submitting an Application, you fully and unconditionally accept and agree tothese Official Rules and the decisions of the Sponsor, which are final and binding. 3. SELECTION OF FINALISTS: A qualified panel of judges will identify finalists on behalf of the Sponsor. Finalists will be notified on or about August 15, 2024. Sponsor is looking for eligible FINALISTS who follow directions and submit Applications that are well-written and clearly and creatively address the topics described above. Answers will be evaluated in the following proportions: writing ability (25%), creativity (25%), originality (25%), and overall excellence (25%). In the event of a tie, the tiebreaker will be in favor or the Applicant with the higher score for overall excellence. The finalists will be notified by e-mail. CHRISTINA SANCHEZ College, Career, and Military Readiness Coordinator Venus High School 12 Bulldog Drive | Venus, TX  76084 P: (972) 366-8815 ext. 6134 F: (972) 366-8919 The content of this email is confidential and intended for the recipient specified in message only. It is strictly forbidden to share any part of this message with any third party, without a written consent of the sender. If you received this message by mistake, please reply to this message and follow with its deletion, so that we can ensure such a mistake does not occur in the future.

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<a href="https://www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org/scholarship">https://www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org/scholarship</a>The Cameron Impact Scholarship is a four-year, full-tuition, impact-driven undergraduate scholarship awarded annually to 10-15 exceptional high school students who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, and academics. The Cameron Impact Scholar is unique among their peers in their desire to directly impact  their communities and in the world at large. Our Scholar aspires to contribute to positive forces for change and plans to tailor their education to that end. The Cameron Impact Scholarship covers the full tuition, fees, and books at any accredited U.S. based college or university that the recipient chooses to attend.As a merit-based program, the Cameron Impact Scholarship is open to all applicants who meet the GPA and citizenship requirements, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, religion, sexual orientation or any other background factors. We are looking for young leaders with demonstrated passion and commitment to any variety of positive impact.APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE CLASS OF 2025  *** WE ARE LIMITED TO ACCEPTING A TOTAL OF 3,000 COMPLETE APPLICATIONS.EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2024 - 2 PM CT REGULAR APPLICATION DEADLINE: WHEN WE REACH 3,000 ELIGIBLE APPLICATIONS OR THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 - 12:00PM / NOON PT - WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. ***** We are only able to accept and review a total of 3,000 complete and eligible applications - please note that we typically reach capacity prior to the final deadline and we STRONGLY ENCOURAGE applicants to submit well before the September deadline. <h2>Eligibility / Selection Process</h2>There are countless ways to make a positive impact in many professional careers. The Cameron Impact Scholar has both the ability and the intent to make real, tangible contributions in their lifelong dedication to the greater good. The Foundation will allocate approximately 25%, or a quarter of the scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in education, nonprofits, government, and/or military and have a stated professional goal of public service.Eligibility for the Cameron Impact Scholarship is based on the following criteria.The applicant must:<ul><li>Maintain a minimum, cumulative, unweighted GPA of a 3.7/4.0 scale or equivalent in their high school studies;</li><li>Be a full citizen of the United States of America;</li><li>Be in the high school graduating Class of 2025, planning to enroll in a full-time course of study towards a degree at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university for the full academic year following high school graduation;</li><li>Show proven excellence in extracurricular activities, be motivated leaders with a strong work ethic, demonstrate active participation in community service and/or civic minded arenas; and</li><li>Submit the following three components by the Application Deadline: <ul><li>Online Application;</li><li>Two required Letters of Recommendation (one must come from current school affiliated personnel); and</li><li>Transcript certifying academic performance - unofficial copy is acceptable.</li></ul></li></ul>We will review a maximum of 3,000 complete and eligible Initial Online Applications.  Applications are received on a rolling basis and reviewed in two groups (Early Applicants and Regular Applicants).    Early Applicants include anyone who submits by the Early Application Deadline.   Regular Applicants include anyone who submits after the Early Application Deadline, and by the time we either hit the maximum allowable 3,000 applications, or the Regular Application Deadline (whichever occurs FIRST).<ul><li>Early Application Deadline for the Class of 2025 is May 22, 2024 at 12:00pm PT (NOON) </li><li>Regular Application Deadline for the Class of 2025 is September 5, 2024 at 12:00pm PT (NOON)</li></ul>*** Statistically the odds of receiving a finalist interview are typically higher in the Early Pool than the Regular Pool.IMPORTANT: We will make a note on the website and our social media pages if and when our application limit is approaching.  Applicants are strongly advised to submit their application well in advance of the final deadline.   The Foundation assumes no responsibility for an applicant's last minute technical submission issues.  The Selection Committee will select 75-100 Finalists to receive face-to-face interviews in the Fall of 2024 (typically at the Applicant’s high school). Recipients of the Cameron Impact Scholarship will be announced in December 2024.Recipients of the Cameron Impact Scholarship are required to attend an annual <a href="https://www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org/cam-famalumni">Awards Ceremony</a> for the duration of the Scholarship, which is held in different cities each year.Recommendations and Transcript (unofficial is acceptable) may be uploaded directly within the Application when prompted, OR e-mailed directly to the Foundation at <a href="mailto:%20%3Cscript%20language='JavaScript'%20type='text/javascript'%3E%20%3C!--%20var%20prefix%20=%20'mailto:';%20var%20suffix%20=%20'';%20var%20attribs%20=%20'';%20var%20path%20=%20'hr'%20+%20'ef'%20+%20'=';%20var%20addy27808%20=%20'admin'%20+%20'@';%20addy27808%20=%20addy27808%20+%20'bryancameronef'%20+%20'.'%20+%20'org';%20document.write(%20'%3Ca%20'%20+%20path%20+%20'\''%20+%20prefix%20+%20addy27808%20+%20suffix%20+%20'\''%20+%20attribs%20+%20'%3E'%20);%20document.write(%20addy27808%20);%20document.write(%20'%3C\/a%3E'%20);%20//--%3E%20%3C/script%3E%3Cscript%20language='JavaScript'%20type='text/javascript'%3E%20%3C!--%20document.write(%20'%3Cspan%20style=\'display:%20none%20!important;\'%3E'%20);%20//--%3E%20%3C/script%3EThis%20e-mail%20address%20is%20being%20protected%20from%20spambots.%20You%20need%20JavaScript%20enabled%20to%20view%20it%20%3Cscript%20language='JavaScript'%20type='text/javascript'%3E%20%3C!--%20document.write(%20'%3C/'%20);%20document.write(%20'span%3E'%20);%20//--%3E%20%3C/script%3E."></a><a href="mailto:admin@bryancameronef.org">admin@bryancameronef.org</a>. Please submit only two Recommendation letters (one of which must be from the current school personnel).PLEASE NOTE THAT INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED OR CONSIDERED.Applicants may not be related to, or have pre-existing relationships to any members of the Bryan Cameron Education Foundation staff, Board of Directors, or Selection Committee. The Foundation is committed to a policy against discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Cameron Impact Scholarship DUE (Juniors)

The online application for the M.E. Singleton Scholarship is available now and will close on Friday, May 3, 2024.  Students applying for the scholarship must complete the electronic application on this website. In addition to the application, each student is required to submit via this website the following documents: <ul><li>Copy of High School Transcript (does not have to be official, copies are accepted).</li><li>Copy of the first two pages of parent's/guardian's most recent Tax Return. (Should provide parents' or guardians' reported income)</li><li>Current Headshot Photo.  (Selfies are not acceptable)</li><li>Essay (less than 500 words, explain what makes you stand out among your classmates and why you should be selected for one of the scholarships being offered).</li><li>Two letters of recommendation from a principal, superintendent, counselor, teacher, or pastor/priest.</li></ul>Applications are to be completed by the deadline of Friday, May 3, 2024 at 5:00pm CST, after which the application will be locked; no additional information or documents can be added or edited.  Only completed applications with all the required documents uploaded will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee, and the recipients will be notified of the Committee’s decisions in May of 2024 via the contact email entered on the scholarship application. <a href="https://www.singletonscholarship.org/ApplyNow.aspx">https://www.singletonscholarship.org/ApplyNow.aspx </a> Important Note: All communication will be through the email address listed on the application.  If you have any questions please contact Julie Henry at <a href="mailto:julie.henry@cnboftexas.com">julie.henry@cnboftexas.com</a> or (972) 351-5111. What are the requirements to qualify for this scholarship?<ul><li>Graduating High School Senior</li><li>Desire to attend a college or university</li><li>Reside in Ellis County, Venus, Cleburne, Burleson, Stephenville, or Weatherford</li></ul>What factors contribute to the trustees' selections?<ul><li>Income of family versus household situation</li><li>Grades in high school</li><li>Previous work experience</li><li>Previous volunteer experience</li><li>Sincere desire</li><li>Dual credit courses taken</li><li>Activities participated in during high school</li></ul>If I receive this scholarship, how will it be dispersed?<ul><li>A CNB scholarship account will be opened for the student at CNB of Texas</li><li>$1,000 will be deposited into this account in January for Spring Semester and in August for Fall Semester (pending requirements have been met) for a maximum of $8,000</li></ul>What would I have to do to keep this scholarship?<ul><li>Remain enrolled in at least twelve credit hours every Fall and Spring semester</li><li>Maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA</li><li>Submit grades and new schedule after each semester</li></ul> CHRISTINA SANCHEZ College, Career, and Military Readiness Coordinator Venus High School 12 Bulldog Drive | Venus, TX  76084 P: (972) 366-8815 ext. 6134 F: (972) 366-8919 The content of this email is confidential and intended for the recipient specified in message only. It is strictly forbidden to share any part of this message with any third party, without a written consent of the sender. If you received this message by mistake, please reply to this message and follow with its deletion, so that we can ensure such a mistake does not occur in the future.

Singleton Scholarship DUE

This is a Semi-local scholarship only available to Johnson County students!!   Application deadline FOR BOTH: received by or submitted to the JCMGA office by May 1, 2024 @ 11:59 pm. Please read the eligibility requirements before applying.  <h4><a href="https://txmg.org/johnson/schneider-scholarship-application/">APPLY for the CHRIS SCHNEIDER $2000 SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE!</a></h4><h4><a href="https://txmg.org/johnson/johnson-county-mg-scholarship-application/">APPLY for the JOHNSON COUNTY MASTER GARDENER $1000 SCHOLARSHIP ONLINE!</a></h4> <h3>Eligibility Requirements: </h3>The following eligibility requirements shall apply to candidates for Johnson County Master Gardener Association Scholarships.The applicant must be:<ul><li>a resident of Johnson County, TX.</li><li>a graduating high school senior student from a Johnson County, TX public, private, or home school.</li><li>pursuing post-secondary education in horticulture, botany, agriculture, or a related field.</li><li>have a 3.0 GPA or higher</li><li>intend to enroll as a full-time student at an accredited college or university during the Fall and Spring semesters following graduation from high school with the intent of receiving a degree.</li></ul> Application Checklist: ___Print the completed application form for mailing (unless applying online) ___Attach the required letters of recommendation (2) ___Attach the essay ___Attach the most current high school transcript

Johnson County Master Gardener Association Scholarship Due

Due Tuesday, April 30th by the end of day Must be typed and then I can print it out for you. Kiwanis International is a global organization whose purpose is to improve the world by focusing on the well-being of children and communities. Here are the key aspects of Kiwanis’ mission and values: Mission:<ul><li>Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.</li><li>Their vision is to be a positive influence in communities worldwide, ensuring that all children wake up in environments that believe in them, nurture them, and provide the support they need to thrive!</li></ul> The organization awards Scholarships to deserving young people. Applications MUST be TYPED and submitted to a Chapter Representative (Scholarship Chair). Scholarships are awarded in June. Applications must be submitted as follows: ELIGIBILITY<ul><li>Applicant must be a graduating high school senior attending a four-year, community or technical college for the first time;</li><li>Applicant must have applied to and been accepted by the college, university or technical program.</li></ul>SELECTION CRITERIA Each applicant must submit an Essay (500 word minimum). The essay should include the following: <ul><li>Long range and Short term goals, Plans for Educational Support (financial, academic, etc.), Organization (writing is confident and clearly focused). Vocabulary should reflect a strong beginning, middle and end with clear transitions, a clear point of view, consistent sentence structure, use of consistent agreement between parts of speech;</li><li>Statement identifying why applicant should receive the scholarship;</li><li>Personal Achievements including honors and awards (School, Community, Church and/or Employment).</li></ul>The applicants must have a personal interview with the local Chapter Scholarship Committee or President, and provide a picture suitable for publication. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS <ul><li>Letter of Graduation Substantiation signed and dated from school official (principal or counselor on institution letterhead);</li><li>Copy of College Acceptance Letter;</li><li>Official High School Transcript (must have school’s official stamp or seal) or Letter of Substantiation (as above);</li><li>Three Letters of Reference (one each from School Personnel, Community, Church or Employer);</li><li>List of Memberships and Affiliations, plus Honors and Awards</li></ul>APPLICANT’S CHECKLIST and ENDORSEMENTS <ul><li>Applicants must apply through a local Kiwanis Chapter and advance to compete for the Scholarship(s);</li><li>Each applicant must complete and attach the Scholarship Application Checklist verifying all components submitted, and agreement to comply with scholarship requirements;</li><li>Page 3 of the application provides Kiwanis International policy statements which must be initialed or signed as indicated, by the applicant.</li></ul>GOOD LUCK!

Kiwanis Scholarship DUE

<a href="https://masonicchildrenfamilyservicesoftexas.formstack.com/forms/scholarship">https://masonicchildrenfamilyservicesoftexas.formstack.com/forms/scholarship</a> ELIGIBILITY: <ul><li>Must be a graduating high school senior</li><li>Must be a Texas resident</li><li>Must plan to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school</li></ul>SELECTION WILL BE BASED ON THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:<ul><li>Career goals which will be enabled by higher education</li><li>Demonstrated community service/involvement</li><li>Academic achievements</li><li>School activities</li><li>Financial need</li><li>Employment experience</li><li>Masonic affiliations</li><li>Services previously received from MCFS</li><li>Letters of Recommendation</li></ul> ABOUT THE MCFS SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP: $2,500 AWARD<ul><li>Proof of registration for classes will be required before funds are deposited</li><li>Funds will be deposited directly into the student’s account at their college, university, or trade school and can be used for tuition and fees until the entire $2,500 is depleted. Funding expires after four years</li><li>The application window is January 1 through April 30 annually</li><li>Award recipients will be notified by email on July 1st</li></ul>

Masonic Children & Family Services of Texas Scholarship Due

Mrs. Ward has opened up her scholarship in memory of her son, Brenden.  This scholarship seeks applicants who mirror Brenden's exemplary character both on and off the field. Prospective recipients should exhibit pride in their association with Venus, embodying the true spirit of a Bulldog through and through. Here's to carrying on Brenden's legacy—Go Bulldogs! Scholarships will be awarded to one female and one male in the amount of $600 towards anything at the college - tuition, room and board, and books. Scholarship requirements: <ul><li>Completed application by the due date (April 19, 2024)</li><li>Completed essay</li><li>GPA 3.0 or higher</li><li>Student Athlete or Athletic Trainer</li><li>Involved in at least one extra curricular activity or community service effort</li></ul> This is a local scholarship, which means that VHS students are the ONLY students applying. Please fill out this application and send it or share it with me no later than April 19th.  We are NOT at school that day, so make sure you don't forget!  I will not accept late applications. *****DO NOT SUBMIT DIRECTLY TO MRS. WARD!!***** <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/10c1F3JFECUlmIUpovrSG0DDOsgrKNg17IExFO8AHoiY/copy" class="pastedDriveLink-0">https://docs.google.com/document/d/10c1F3JFECUlmIUpovrSG0DDOsgrKNg17IExFO8AHoiY/copy</a>

Brenden Ward Memorial Scholarship DUE

Apply from March 1st to April 15th for a chance to win one of 10 $1000 Scholarships!   The application is super simple and only asks two questions - What are your future Goals/Plans and "What extracurricular activities have you been involved in and how have they helped to prepare you for success in the future?" Don't miss this easy opportunity! <a href="https://form.jotform.com/gandyink/scholarship?utm_medium=email&amp;_hsmi=293922983&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_tSfSyLNiOZtcoCeMEPak3ueMfF_gid-CDNyjQAyp0fzyTYKaXxOh9ilbCpsF7MZbaO6G2R-pqCcH2gkr9wchWsBubPSTUstKRzMVZtAtpwoluzWM&amp;utm_content=293922983&amp;utm_source=hs_email">https://form.jotform.com/gandyink/scholarship?utm_medium=email&amp;_hsmi=293922983&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_tSfSyLNiOZtcoCeMEPak3ueMfF_gid-CDNyjQAyp0fzyTYKaXxOh9ilbCpsF7MZbaO6G2R-pqCcH2gkr9wchWsBubPSTUstKRzMVZtAtpwoluzWM&amp;utm_content=293922983&amp;utm_source=hs_email</a>

Gandy Ink Scholarship

DUE APRIL 12, 2024 Eligibility Requirements and Rules Governing the Award of Scholarship Money The Chris Kyle Memorial Scholarship shall be administered by the American Valor Foundation Board of Directors (“Committee”) in a manner consistent with the following criteria and guidelines. A. The eligibility requirements which an individual must meet to qualify for scholarship monies are:         a. The applicant must be active or retired Veteran or First Responder, OR         b. The applicant must be an immediate family member of an active or retired Veteran or First Responder. Immediate family member will be defined as parent, sibling, or grandparent.         c. The applicant must become and remain a full-time student for at least two terms or semesters at an accredited university, junior or senior college, in the year in which the applicant applies, OR         d. The applicant must participate full-time in a program offered by an accredited trade school or other agency upon completion of which the applicant will be certified or licensed in a trade or profession, OR         e. The applicant must be engaged part-time in a program at an accredited university, etc. or accredited trade school and must demonstrate to the Committee reasonable commitment to the ultimate completion of a degree or certification. Under this requirement applicants will be considered on a case-by- case basis, and qualification is solely at the discretion of the Committee. B. The Rules governing the award of scholarships are:         a. An applicant for a 2024 Scholarship shall submit the application and essay to American Valor Foundation on the form approved by the Committee (see following) accompanied by an official copy of your high school and/or college transcript(s) no later than April 12, 2024.         b. The Committee will notify all applicants of the decision made regarding their application around May 1, 2024.         c. The Committee will screen all applications to assure guidelines are met and will check references.         d. Each year, the Committee will award a designated number of $5,000 scholarships approved by the membership of the American Valor Foundation Board of Directors.         e. Applicants awarded scholarships who fail to remain successfully enrolled in their course of study and maintain a 2.5 GPA will not be eligible to receive the 2nd installment of their scholarship monies. Applicants will be responsible for providing the American Valor Foundation Board of Directors a copy of their completed Fall semester transcript, including name and student ID no later than January 15, 2025 either to the physical address listed below or email to AmericanValorFoundation@gmail.com with subject line to read “Chris Kyle Memorial Scholarship Application – [Insert Full Name].         f. All scholarship monies awarded shall be paid on behalf of the successful applicant to the appropriate office of the accredited institution which the applicant will be attending. The successful applicant must provide the name of the institution, the name, address, and phone number of the office to which the monies are to be paid and any student ID numbers that are required.         g. Within forty-five days of being notified that he/she has received a scholarship award, the successful applicant must have contacted the Treasurer of the American Valor Foundation and provided the required details as to how the money should be paid to the applicant’s educational institution. If the scholarship recipient fails to make this notification by July 1, 2024 the scholarship will be forfeited. <a href="https://www.chriskylememorialbenefit.com/chris-kyle-memorial-scholarship/?">https://www.chriskylememorialbenefit.com/chris-kyle-memorial-scholarship/?</a> CHRISTINA SANCHEZ

2024 Chris Kyle Memorial Scholarship Due

The Champion Energy scholarship program has opened for its ninth consecutive year and is now accepting applications through March 31st. As with prior years, Champion will award three individual scholarships: a $5,000, $3,000 and $2,000 scholarship. Upon award, each scholarship will be paid directly to the recipient's university. In keeping with Champion Energy's commitment to community service, student applications will be evaluated based on academic performance, awards, volunteerism, and their essay response to a given prompt. Check out the <a href="https://www.championenergyservices.com/Residential/Sign-Up/Additional-Home-Services/Champion-Scholarship-Award-Program/2023-Scholarship-Winners?utm_source=zta&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Scholarships_Apps_Closing_Soon&amp;bt_user_id=zHkA0ld%2Fm2wFGu1qcEsDfY1w527BLcneNZfnLUQ1JEc%3D&amp;bt_ts=1709317261756">2023 Scholarship Winners</a>. There is no purchase necessary and no requirement that the winner be a Champion Energy customer. <a href="https://www.championenergyservices.com/Residential/Sign-Up/Additional-Home-Services/Champion-Scholarship-Award-Program?utm_source=zta&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Scholarships_Apps_Closing_Soon&amp;bt_user_id=zHkA0ld%2Fm2wFGu1qcEsDfY1w527BLcneNZfnLUQ1JEc%3D&amp;bt_ts=1709317261756">Learn More</a> Frequently Asked Questions <ul><li>Who can enter? Must be a Texas resident in their senior year of high school, scheduled to graduate in the spring of 2024</li><li>How to enter? Submit an <a href="https://www.championenergyservices.com/residential/sign-up/additional-home-services/champion-scholarship-award-program?utm_source=zta&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=Scholarships_Apps_Closing_Soon&amp;bt_user_id=zHkA0ld%2Fm2wFGu1qcEsDfY1w527BLcneNZfnLUQ1JEc%3D&amp;bt_ts=1709317261756">online application</a></li><li>When is the application due? March 31, 2024</li><li>When are winners announced? May 10, 2024</li><li>Other questions? Email <a href="mailto:scholarships@champion.energy?subject=Scholarship%20Question">scholarships@champion.energy</a></li></ul><table><tbody><tr><td> </td></tr></tbody></table>