Senior Year 2016-2017 October Newsletter

Inside this issue:

University Honors and Leadership

Program

Coca-Cola Scholars Program

Scholarship

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Foot Locker Scholar Athletes

Princeton Prize in Race Relations

Colorado Moose Youth Awareness

Latin American Education Foun-

dation

NFIB 2015 Young Entrepreneur

Award

P.E.O. Chapter DP Scholarship

Colorado JCI Senate Foundation

Scholarship

Mason’s Scholarship

Presidents Leadership Program

Colorado State University –Pueblo

Dennis Kay Memorial Scholarship

Mike Kelley Memorial Scholarship

Colorado State Scholarship

Music Scholarship Auditions

ELKS National Foundation Schol-

arships

Daniels Fund Scholarship

White Rose Scholarship

CCHS/CR Volunteerism/

Community Service Scholarship

Other Scholarship Opportunities

FAFSA Information

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The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

and how to file, go to the official FAFSA

website at

www.fafsa.ed.gov

See more specifics on FAFSA

changes in the September

Scholarship Newsletter.

The Free Application for Federal Stu-

dent Aid, or FAFSA, is the primary form

students and their families need to file

to get need-based financial aid for col-

lege, but it is not as scary or daunting as

you may think. After all, its free to file,

so you have nothing to lose and every-

thing to gain by completing this form

online. (Just remember this is aid

awarded based on your financial need.

You should also be applying for other

scholarships—and applying like crazy!)

For more information on requirements

Chances are that you will need to submit at least one essay with each college

application. Start to develop outlines this month.

If you decide to visit colleges, ask the counseling office for the names of former

students in your area who have enrolled at those colleges or have recently

graduated from them. If possible, talk to these people before your visit. De-

cide who you are going to ask for recommendations, and ask them now, if you

have not already done so. When you ask, provide your MVHS Brag Sheet, a

stamped return envelope, together with the appropriate college forms and a

resume. Be sure to allow plenty of time for them to complete the letter so that

they do not feel rushed. Check the counseling center for books and pamphlets

about financial aide and look for federal, state and local programs from which

you may be able to receive aid. Update the information you obtained during

your junior year on private scholarship opportunities. Start applying for private

scholarships now since they typically have early deadlines.

October Duties for Seniors!

October 2016

Issue 2

Happenings this month:

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded

to graduating high school seniors each year. Students are recognized for their capacity to

lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and

communities. With the 27th class in 2015, the Foundation has provided over 5,5500 Coca-

Cola Scholars with more than $56 million in educational support. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars

are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.

Applicants must be:

Current high school (or home-schooled) seniors attending school in the United States (or

select DoD schools);

US Citizens; U.S. Nationals; U.S. Permanent Residents; Refugees; Asylees; Cuban-

Haitian Entrants; or Humanitarian Parolees;

Anticipating completion of high school diploma at the time of application;

Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution;

Carrying a minimum 3.0 GPA at the end of their junior year of high school.

Applicants may not:

Be children or grandchildren of employees, officers or owners of Coca-Cola bottling com-

panies, The Coca-Cola Company, Company divisions or subsidiaries.

Apply @ www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS

OCTOBER 31, 2016

This highly selective pro-

gram does not admit more

than 40 incoming freshman

students each fall. Success-

ful applicants usually fall in

the top ten percent of their

class and are intellectually

curious and thrive in an ed-

ucational environment

which presents new ways of

viewing the world, as well

as themselves. The UHL

program’s unique, multidis-

ciplinary curriculum allows

outstanding students to

pursue a traditional aca-

demic honors experience or an

honors program in leadership

studies alongside their chosen

major. As the UHL program

courses satisfy 27+ credit

hours of the required universi-

ty core curriculum, it does not

add to the hours required for

graduation from CU Denver.

In addition, each student ad-

mitted to the UHL program

receives an annual base schol-

arship of $2,500 per year for

four years (conditioned on

maintaining good standing in

the UHL program). Applicants

must be admitted to CU Denver.

Graduating seniors may contact

Elisabeth Levy, M.S., coordinator

of the University Honors and

Leadership Program @ elisabeth.levy@ucdenver.edu

Deadline for priority admission

is February 3rd, for regular ad-

mission March 30th 2017.

You may find the application at

www.ucdenver.edu/academics/

honors/UHL/admissions/Pages/

Online-Application.aspx

Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship

University Honors and Leadership Program

Senior Year 2016-2017 Page 2

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In order to be eligible for the Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program, the applicant must:

Embody good sportsmanship and strong moral character. Foot Locker Scholar Athletes are trusted and respected members of their schools and communities. They have built strong relationships with and will leave a lasting impact on other students, administrators, and community members.

Be passionate and committed to empowering the community in which they live. Foot Locker Schol-ar Athletes have made a significant long-term commitment to improving the lives of others.

Be a confident and enthusiastic leader. Foot Locker Scholar Athletes aren’t reluctant role models. They are poised, honest, and passionate leaders who take on challenges for the greater good.

Display academic excellence. Foot Locker Scholar Athletes are intellectually curious, set high academic goals for themselves, and excel in their studies.

Come from a diverse background. Foot Locker Scholar Athletes have unique life stories, are from dif-ferent places, have varied academic ambitions, and play a wide range of sports.

Be Foot Locker Scholar Athletes material. Foot Locker Scholar Athletes share key attributes:

Proactive and highly motivated, Inspiring and charismatic, Honest and trustworthy, Genuine, Strong and Courageous.

PRIZING Twenty Foot Locker Scholar Athletes will each receive $20,000 in college scholarship money for their ex-cellence in school, on their sports teams, and in their communities. The scholarship will be awarded in four equal annual payments of $5,000 throughout the winner's four-year college career. This year, as a new addition to the program, one of our 20 winners will be selected for the Ken C. Hicks scholarship for demonstrating superior educational achievement, outstanding leadership, and a true love of the game. This winner will receive an additional $5000 award (for a total of $25,000). This student will receive their scholarship in four yearly installments, each of $6,250.

ELIGIBILITY

In order to be eligible for the Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program, the applicant must:

Be a current high school senior entering a four-year, accredited US college or university in the Fall of 2017

Be currently a member (in good standing) of a high school sports team or be involved in after-school sports (e.g. intramurals, martial arts, etc.)

have maintained an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher from ninth grade to first semester of 12th grade Be a U.S. citizen or US Permanent Legal Resident Foot Locker employees and their immediate family members are ineligible

For this scholarship, you will be required to answer the two essay questions below.: Sports teach important lessons in leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship. How have you embodied these qualities on your team and in your community? (Your community could include: your volunteer expe-riences, any leadership roles at your school or youth groups, and/or any other projects or efforts you think we should really know about!). Suggested length of 300-500 words. Describe a defining moment in your life that has helped to shape your dreams and plans for the future. (Be sure to describe your academic/career goals and any challenges you’ve faced or are currently facing and how they have shaped your aspiration). Suggested length of 300-500 words.

The application due date is December 16, 2016 at 5PM EST (3PM MST).

https://www.footlockerscholarathletes.com/

For more information:

Visit: www.princeton.edu/pprize

Email: pprize@princeton.edu

Call: 800-742-1036

Application

deadline:

January 31,

2017

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The Princeton Prize in Race Relations

for an expense paid weekend

symposium on race.

We believe that young people

are the key to making pro-

gress toward racial harmony

and understanding in the

U.S.

Apply online or by mail.

The Princeton Prize in Race

Relations recognizes students

who are helping improve race

relations in their schools or

communities.

Winners of the Princeton

Prize Race Relations are

awarded up to $1,000 and in-

vited to Princeton University

Latin American Education Foundation Scholarship

The Latin American Educational Foundation is proud to announce its 2016-2017 scholarship pro-

gram. LAEF awards approximately 120 scholarships in the amounts of $500 to $2000 each academic

year. To qualify, an applicant must be at least a senior in high school and plan to enroll in post sec-

ondary studies. They must be/have:

Colorado resident (having a Colorado address, no SSN required)

Hispanic/Latino Heritage and/or actively involved in the Hispanic/Latino community

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA

A review committee will select finalist based on the following:

Academic Achievement

Financial Need

Community Service and Extracurricular Activities

Personal Essay

Leadership Potential

Letters of Recommendation

Apply online at www.laef.org/scholarship beginning September 21st, 2016. Applications must be

completed and submitted to LAEF no later than Wednesday, November 13th, 2016.

Colorado Moose Youth Awareness Scholarship

Moose Youth Awareness Congress offers $30,000 a year annually in scholarships to students that complete community service through Moose Talks. Students do not need to have affiliation with a Moose Lodge. To qualify for scholarships, students must attend the Colorado Moose YA Congress, to be held November 12th in Grand Junction. For more information, please contact Eric Walton, Colorado Moose Associa-

tion Youth Awareness Coordinator, 3102 68th Ave Ct, Greeley, CO 80634 (970) 888.1715 See http://www.moosescholarship.org/ for more information, or an online application. Deadline is October 31st, 2016

Each year, $1,000 grants will be awarded to

graduating high school seniors in the United

States, who plan to continue their education

at accredited post-secondary colleges, univer-

sities or vocational schools. The number of

grants awarded annually will be at the discre-

tion of the United States JCI Senate Founda-

tion. They must be used for educational ex-

penses in the first year of full-time study.

Checks awarded will be made out in the name

of the recipient and the educational institution

of their choice.

Are you a young entrepreneur? Do

you know a young entrepreneur?

Graduating high school seniors who

operate their own small business are

eligible to receive a 2017 NFIB

Young Entrepreneur Award from the

NFIB Young Foundation.

Visit www.NFIB.com/YEA for more

information and to apply online between

October 1 and December 18, 2016.

Apply TODAY because this opportunity

could be gone in a FLASH!

If you are a young entrepre-

neur, this scholarship may be

picture perfect!

NFIB 2016 Young Entrepreneur Award

Colorado JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship

Application packets are available in the counseling

center, or visit their website:

www.usjcisenate.org

Submit your application package to:

Dale Hill,

265 Marble Street, Unit 105,

Broomfield, CO 80020.

Your application must be

postmarked no later than

January 14th, 2017.

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P.E.O. Chapter DP Scholarship

The Colorado Mason’s Benevolent Scholarship/Grant Programs are open to all

graduating seniors in public high schools in the state of Colorado who have

been accepted to, and will attend a Colorado institution of higher learning.

There is no advantage given to any race, creed, sex, national origin, or Masonic relationship.

The Mason’s Scholarship is worth up to $7,000 per year, renewable annually for up to four

years. The Vocational Grant is a one-time award of $2,000 intended to assist student in ob-

taining a vocational skill from a vocational training program within the state of Colorado.

The Benevolent Fund will match up to $500.00 of grant money that each local lodge pre-

sents to a student of their choice. The application and selection process is determined by

each lodge. High school seniors who are interested in this program should contact a local

Masonic lodge.

See the counseling center or http://cmbfa.org/ for more information.

Mason’s Scholarship

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Presidents Leadership Program

Colorado State University-Pueblo

Automatic Scholarships Award amounts range from $1,000 to $8,000 per academic year and the scholarships are re-

newable for up to three additional years. To receive the $1,000 scholarship, students must

meet two of the following criteria: 3.2 cumulative GPA, 22 ACT, or be in the top 20 percent

in their class. These scholarships cannot be combined with other institutional scholarships,

with the exception of the First Generation Scholarship, which is an automatic $1,000 schol-

arship for First Generation college students with at least a 3.0 GPA.

Deadlines: March 1: FAFSA and Institutional online scholarship application

deadline

May 15: Housing application deadline

August 1: Admission application deadline

Campus visits:

Daily tours Monday through Friday, at 11 a.m. and at 2 p.m.

Saturday, Oct 22nd, 2016 Discover CSU-Pueblo Visit Day

www.csupueblo.edu

This four year, $6,000 scholarship will be dispersed (to the student and at the end of each semester) as

follows: $500 per semester for years one and two. $1,000 per semester for years three and four. Major

must remain “AG Related” to qualify.

The four year scholarship will be renewed at the end of each semester upon proof of fulltime attendance

and adequate grades. Student must have an accumulative 2.5 GPA for the fist year and 2.75 for the fol-

lowing three years. With the exception of the summer session, the student must be enrolled in college

full time and in consecutive semesters.

This $1,000 scholarship is dispersed (to the student and at the end of each semester) as follows: $500

per semester pending submission of the previous semester’s grades. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required.

SCHOLARSHIP PRE-REQUISITES:

The applicant or an immediate family member must be a member of the Monte Vista Co-op.

Regardless of age, the applicant must be a high school graduate, have a GED or be a graduating sen-

ior, contingent upon graduation.

A transcript of current grades is required.

Applications must be received at the Monte Vista Co-op on or before January 31st, 2016.

An “in-person” interview is required, pending completed scholarship. No phone interviews.

APPLICATION CHECK-LIST

CAREFULLY COMPLETED APPLICATION. Please apply for only one scholarship.

Proof of current grades

3 letters of recommendation

School/community involvement

Your future plans and goals

Current photo

PLEASE NOTE: Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

The Monte Vista Cooperative was started back in 1949 for the purchase of fertilizer by a handful of for-

ward-thinking farmers and has become a full service business with many products and services to offer.

The Monte Vista Co-op is dedicated to our communities and committed to helping grow our local youth

into outstanding citizens. Our scholarship program is one the many ways to support our community.

The key to the success of the MVC is the support of our local members. By trading with us, you bolster

the economy of this area. As a member, you also strengthen your own operation because “this is your

business.”

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Dennis Kay Memorial Scholarship

4 Year Agriculture

Mike Kelley Memorial Scholarship

Colorado State Scholarship Fund Colorado State Chapter Scholarship Fund was established in 2007 by the Colorado State Chap-

ter of the P.E.O. Sisterhood. The Sisterhood was established in 1869 by seven young women

attending Iowa Wesleyan College, and is a philanthropic educational organization interested in

furthering educational opportunities for women. The Colorado State Scholarship Fund is an

annual award with a minimum of $1,000 each. Preference is given for: Non-traditional /voca-

tional areas of study.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Female Colorado resident and United States Citizen

2015 through2017 high school or GED graduate

Fulfillment of all application requirements:

Completed and signed application (available in counseling center) or at

http://www.coloradopeo.org/localfundspublic.html

Two (2) letters of reference of character, from non-family members

Description of school and community activities and involvements

Most recent transcripts

Personal Statement, letter or essay including:

Discussion of your plans and goals

Emphasis on how this scholarship will be beneficial to you

Any special circumstances/family situations which will give insight for the selection

process

Any important experiences or significant people who have inspired or encouraged you

Postmark Deadline: January 31, 2017

Mail completed application and all required materials to:

Stephanie Oldland, Chapter BA, PSPCSC

14667 County Road 5 Rifle, CO 81650-8870

Email: stephold@wreawildblue.org

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Application deadline: February 8, 2016

2015-2016 Audition Dates Friday, February 24

Saturday, February 25 Sunday, February 26

Lagerquist Concert Hall Mary Baker Russell Music Center

Apply online at www.plu.edu/music

Scholarships are available to all students regardless of major, who have skills in the follow-ing areas: voice, winds, brass, strings, percussion, keyboards, composition, guitar/harp

For more information call 253-535-7602 or toll free 1-877-254-7001

Music Scholarship Auditions

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The ELKS National Foundation Scholarships

The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks is sponsoring the Most Valuable Student

Scholarships. Most Valuable Student Scholars are outstanding students who are at or near

the top of their classes, active in their schools and communities, and recognized as leaders by

their peers. Online application deadline is November 30, 2016. The application may be found online

at www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm.

Another Elks scholarship, The Legacy Award is available only to children or grandchildren of an active

Elks member. Application deadline is February 3rd 2017, at 11:59 am Central Time. You must

apply online for the Legacy scholarship, but the counseling office has a brochure with more information.

Daniels Fund Scholarship

The Daniels Fund Opportunity Scholarships seeks applicants who are planning on

attending college next year, and who demonstrate strength of character, leadership, and service to the

community. Each year, 250 new Daniels Scholars are selected from among thousands who apply in

Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Wyoming. The reward of election is a four year scholarship at any

non-profit college or university in the United States, complete with financial and personal support

throughout the journey. Applicants must have an ACT score of 17 or above in English, math, reading

and science, demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Colorado. If you are interested in this

opportunity you may apply online at www.DanielsFund.org. To see if you can demonstrate financial

need, or for more information, please contact the Counseling Office.

Application deadline is November 30th, 2016,

4:00 pm Mountain Standard Time.

The Colorado Council is comprised of many dedicated individuals throughout the state who give generously of their

time and talents to help students achieve their higher educational goals. Without these volunteers, the Council would

not exist.

To encourage and reward college-bound youth who likewise are committed to volunteerism and community service,

the Council awards $1,500 one-time scholarships to 16 deserving Colorado high school seniors each year to assist

with defraying the cost of tuition and fees at one of the Member Institutions.

Qualifications:

Applicant must be a graduating high school senior

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident and a resident of Colorado for his or her final two years

of high school

Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student at a Colorado Council Member Institutions within six months of

graduating from high school

Applicant must demonstrate significant experience in volunteerism/community service

Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale

Selection:

Applicant will be selected according to the following considerations: volunteerism/community ser-

vice, extracurricular activities and dedication to others. Selection is based on, but not limited to

these criteria.

See application instructions online at www.Coloradocouncil.org/scholarship. Deadline for sub-

mission (postmarked, emailed) is no later than January 31st, 2017.

CCHS/CR Volunteerism/Community Service Scholarship Page 10

Community service is very important!

Looking for more Scholarships?...go to:

College in Colorado https://secure.collegeincolorado.org/Home/What_s_New/Scholarships_.aspx

Big Future by Collegeboard https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/grants-scholarships

Learn about Financial Aid?... go to:

College in Colorado - Financial Aid 101 https://secure.collegeincolorado.org/Financial_Aid_Planning/Financial_Aid_101/_default.aspx

ACT Test Dates

Registration deadline for the December 10th ACT test is November 4th 2016!

February 11th test date registration deadline is January 13th 2017!

visit:

www.actstudent.org/start to register!!

Please read the eligibility and application instructions on the website carefully before applying.

"Aspiring Fashion Professional" Scholarship - June 1, 2017 (1 Award - $1,000) www.fashion-schools.org Find

the scholarship located at the bottom of the page and click on it.

“Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship Program - June 1, 2017 (1 Award - $1,000) .

http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ The scholarship will be on the right side of the page and click on it.

"Aspiring Business Professional" Scholarship -. June 1, 2017 (1 Award - $1,000) http://www.onlinembareport.com/

Find the scholarship located at the right side of the page and click on it.

Carid Scholarship - October 31, 2016 (2 Awards - $1,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_carid_scholarship_9002.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_mediu

m=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

Horatio Alger Scholarship - October 25, 2016 (106 Awards - $25,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_horatio_alger_scholarship_8950.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm

_medium=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

College Jumpstart Scholarship - October 17, 2016 (2 Awards - $1,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_college_jumpstart_scholarship_9003.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&

utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

Don't Text and Drive Scholarship - September 30, 2016 (1 Award - $1,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_dont_text_and_drive_scholarship_8997.php?&utm_source=newsletter0

1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

ShipDig Scholarship - September 30, 2016 (1 Award - $1,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_shipdig_scholarship_8943.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medi

um=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

Create Real Impact Scholarship - September 30, 2016 (10 Awards - $1,500)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_create_real_impact_scholarship_8945.php?&utm_source=newsletter01

&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

Hit the Books Scholarship - September 30, 2016 (1 Award - $500)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_hit_the_books_scholarship_9004.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm

_medium=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

SP Scholarship - September 30, 2016 (10 Awards - $10,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_sp_scholarships_8953.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=

email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

VIP Scholarship - September 30, 2016 (1 Award - $5,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_vip_scholarship_9000.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=

email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

Review It Scholarship - September 30, 2016 (1 Award - $1,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_review_it_scholarship_8998.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_me

dium=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

12. You Deserve It Scholarship - September 29, 2016 (1 Award - $1,000)

http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_you_deserve_it_scholarship_8959.php?&utm_source=newsletter01&ut

m_medium=email&utm_campaign=201609&utm_content=c88b0cfa62f12a58e65cdf54ee1ed010

Other Scholarship Opportunities

FSA ID Replaces FAFSA PIN Announcement

The United States Department of Education replaced the Financial Aid PIN (personal identification number) with an FSA ID effective Sunday, May 10. The FSA ID will consist of a username and password and will replace the PIN for students, parents, and loan borrowers.

If you are a new user, you will be asked to complete a registration form for your FSA ID. If you are a user with an existing PIN, upon logging on you will be sent directly to the FSA ID site and asked for your PIN number. If your information matches the information they have on file, your account will be linked directly to an FSA ID account. Please note, in order to have your current information link to your FSA ID, you must log on and go through the registration process.

The following is the screen that you will view to Start a new FAFSA or Login: (https://fafsa.ed.gov/FAFSA/app/fafsa?locale=en_US)

To access step-by-step instructions for creating a FSA-ID use the link below located on the IFAP (Information for Financial Aid Professionals) website.

http://ifap.ed.gov/eannouncements/attachments/050415FSAIDReplaceHowToCreateFSAIDGuideATTACH.pdf