Westlake High School

February 2017 College and Career Newsletter

College & Career Advisor: Gail Stone gstone@ccboe.com or 301-645-8857 Follow me on Twitter @Career_WHS

Seniors- If you want your mid-year report card sent to Colleges

you must fill out a transcript request form in the guidance office. These reports are not

sent automatically

Coalition for Access, Affordability, and Success

www.mycoalition.org

This is an online application system which allows high school students, grades 9-12 to set up an

account and begin learning about the application and financial aid process. The platform

includes three main features.

Virtual Locker: Students can collect and store information that may be useful when

they apply, academic documents, essays, written work, extracurricular activities,

videos, photos, visual arts/music.

Collaboration Platform: The teachers, counselors, employers, and mentors who are

supporting the student’s college search and application can offer feedback.

Application Platform: Students select the information from their Virtual Locker that

they wish to include with their application to Coalition member universities.

There are 95 public and private universities across the U.S. that comprise the Coalition for

Access, Affordability, and Success. http://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/alert.html

The University of Maryland, College Park will use the application by the Coalition for Access,

Affordability, and Success beginning in mid-August 2017 for students seeking freshman

admission to the university.

Seniors: Please bring in a copy of all your college acceptance letters

and your notification of any scholarships, grants, and other awards

to Mrs. Stone in the Career Center.

Financial Aid Information

Cost of Attendance

Cost of Attendance are estimates of the education expenses incurred by students during the nine-

month academic year. These budgets include direct university charges (tuition, fees, and on-campus

room and board) and estimates of direct expenses (transportation, books, supplies, miscellaneous living

expenses, and off-campus room and board). Off-campus cost of living expenses are determined based

on the average room and board charges for the local area. These are indirect coast, not billed by the

university.

Net Price Calculator

Click on this link (or copy and paste it into your browser) http://studentnpc.collegeboard.org/

This page has tons of information on financing your education. If you do not see your college here go

directly to your Colleges website. All colleges are now required to either link to a net price calculator or

have one directly on their website.

Attention Seniors: Don’t forget to file your FAFSA as soon as possible. If you are

planning on attending a Maryland school the FAFSA must be submitted by March 1st at

the latest in order to meet the State of Maryland deadline. Seniors and their parents

should be completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA). Remember to go to www.fafsa.ed.gov

Have questions about Financial Aid? Check out CSM

Financial Aid TV! Or go to: http://csmd.financialaidtv.com/

Senior Portfolios- All Seniors will complete a Senior Portfolio before graduation. The culmination of this Portfolio project is the Senior Portfolio Interview. Mrs. Stone will arrange for each senior to present his or her portfolio in a mock interview situation. Parents may participate in this project by volunteering to interview students. You will be asked to volunteer for just one session of interviews between 8:00am and 10:45am and interview approx. 10 students. Please contact Mrs. Stone (301-645-8857) in the Career Center to sign-up. The interviews this year will be held March 21st, March 22nd, March 23rd & March 24th. Please take this opportunity to help in your child’s school activities.

Maryland Resources:

MDgo4it is a valuable resource for juniors and seniors. It includes deadline dates for State financial assistance, tips on preparing for postsecondary education, college admission information, and resources on careers. Go to www.MDgo4it.org

College 411 – A Student Guide to Higher Education & Financial Aid in Maryland go to www.mhec.state.md.us/preparing/College411/College411Home.asp

Artsys http://artweb.usmd.edu/

The articulation system for transferring courses from one Maryland University or college to another.

Academic Common Market: is a tuition savings program especially for college

students who live in the 16 states that are members of the Southern Regional

Education Board and want to pursue a degree not available in your home state yet pay

in-state rates.

Criteria:

select an eligible program for residents of your state be admitted to the institution offering the program Certify residency in your state. For more info go to www.mhec.state.md.us

College of Southern Maryland: Application and Testing Process: 1. Apply online at www.csmd.edu, there is no fee.

2. Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after October 1 of your senior year. CSM’s school code is 002064.

If your application is not completed, your financial aid cannot be processed.

3. Once you have successfully applied to the college, their Admissions office will notify Westlake’s Career

Center of those students who are ready for placement testing. The test will be administered at the high school on March 30.

4. Register for an appointment for the Student Orientation and Registration (S.O.A.R.) by calling the college at 301-934-2251.

Go online at http://media.collegeboard.com/digitalServices/pdf/accuplacer/accuplacer-sample-questions-for-students.pdf to practice for this placement test.

CSM Placement Testing for Seniors Thursday, March 30

You must sign-up with Ms. Stone in the Career Center and have completed the CSM application to test

Juniors needing to take the College of Southern Maryland Placement Test for College Waiver you

may only take the test at the CSM Campus. You must contact the College to schedule your test.

Financial Aid Process at College of Southern

Priority Deadline for your FAFSA: March 1, 2017 - CSM Federal School Code for FAFSA: 002064

At the College of Southern Maryland, the Financial Assistance Department staff members are there to help meet your educational goal. Their mission is to offer you the information and services to make college affordable for you. Their office is located at the La Plata Campus in the Administration Building, Room 110. Their regular office hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can reach them by telephone at 301-934-7531, or send an e-mail at fadasst@csmd.edu.

Research and Compare Colleges

www.collegeboard.com www.collegeresults.com www.petersons.com www.number2.com -FREE ACT/ SAT TEST PREP FREE Career and College Resources from CollegeBoard My College QuickStart is an easy-to-use, online, personalized college and career planning kit available free of charge to all students who take the PSAT/NMSQT. Use access code printed on student’s PSAT paper score report www.collegeboard.com\quickstart.

Upcoming College Fairs

St. Mary’s Annual NAACP Southern Maryland HCBU College and Career Fair Friday, February 17 8:45am-2:00pm Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center Students should bring Official Transcript or ACT/SAT scores for on-site admissions. More info contact Adrianne Dillahunt 301-863-4031. amdillahunt@smcps.org

Alfred Street Baptist Church 2017 Historically Black Colleges & Universities College Festival Saturday, Feb 18st 9:00am-3:30pm T.C. Williams High School Free to attend, Everyone must register www.alfredstreet.org/hbcu.htm Over 70 Colleges and Universities Some schools will conduct on-site admissions and waive the application fee Seminars for students and parents

The Black College Expo 2017 is being held at Bowie State University on Saturday, March 4 from 10am to 5pm. Visit www.thecollegeexpo.org and win a scholarship chance for juniors and seniors. Call 877-427-4100 for more information.

Touring College Campuses

Ideally, touring the college campuses you are considering is the best way to find out if a college is for

you. However, just because you want to attend school out of state doesn’t mean you have to spring for

plane tickets to every University on your Top 10 list. To help whittle down the choices, take a virtual tour

at www.campustours.com or www.campuscorner.com to get started.

College Week Live

Virtual College Info free and available online www.CollegeWeekLive.com

MTM Foundation Historically Black Colleges & Universities Tour

Spring Break 2017 April 11-April 16

Grades 9th-12th

Visit: North Carolina A & T University, Morehouse College, Spellman College, Morgan State

University, Clark Atlanta University, North Carolina Central University, Norfolk State University,

Howard University, Hampton University, Bowie State University.

Cost: $575.00 per person

MTM1Foundation @gmail.com, Contact Mr. James at 443-768-6939 www.mtm1foundation.org

ALL students at Westlake High School have access to FREE information on college

admissions, grade level planning calendars, checklists, SAT and ACT college testing,

links to the Maryland college system websites, as well as over 600 other pertinent

web links. There is also information available for student athletes desiring to play

Division I and II collegiate sports. Students can access this information by going

to:

http://getin2college.com/protected/websource.php

User Name: 2017 Password: Admit7 Password is Case Sensitive**

Khan Academy A personalized learning resource for all ages

Khan Academy offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empower learners to study at their own pace in and outside of the classroom.

We tackle math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics, and more. Our math missions guide learners from kindergarten to calculus using state-of-the-art, adaptive

technology that identifies strengths and learning gaps. We've also partnered with institutions like NASA, The Museum of Modern Art, The California Academy of Sciences, and MIT to offer

specialized content. For more information go to: http://www.khanacademy.org

SAT PREP from Khan Academy For the first time ever, the creators of the SAT have given Khan Academy exclusive

access and advice to build a personalized practice program for any students anywhere to practice for the SAT. These tools are FREE and available now for every student to

take ownership of their learning and their future!!!

SAT Prep for SAT – Go to: www.khanacademy.org/sat

Research Jobs & Careers

CareerOneStop – Sponsored by the US Department of Labor. Learn about careers, find career information, and locate career resources and advice. Visit www.careeronestop.com

Career Coach – College of Southern Maryland has a website that is available for

students to use as they prepare for their future. It is designed to help you find a good

career by providing the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and

associated education and training. Visit the website at:

www.csmd.emsicareercoach.com

Wondering what you can do with a major??? – Visit the following website:

www.collegemajors101.com

BrainTrack’s Career Guide - www.braintrack.com/colleges-by-career. This guide

offers in-depth career profiles as well as degree and wage statistics for over 300

occupations that commonly require college or university education.

Employment Information –

o Snagajob – America’s largest hourly employment network for job seekers and

employers. You can browse jobs that are available in a certain area and/or use their

resources to learn some tips to help you when you are finding a job. Go to:

www.snagajob.com

o The Maryland Job Service is located at 175 Post Office Road in Waldorf, Maryland.

Office hours for Job Service referrals are from 8:00 am-3:00 pm daily. Maryland Job

Service: 301-645-8712 or go online at:

http://www.dllr.state.md.us/county/stmarys/ OR the Maryland Workforce

Exchange website at: https://mwejobs.maryland.gov

Apprenticeships – An apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training (OJT) and

related classroom instruction under the supervision of a journey-level craft person or

trade professional. These programs vary in length, pay, and intensity among the various

trades. More information is available at: www.dol.gov/apprenticeship or

www.dllr.state.md.us/labor/approcc/approcclinks.shtml or

https://mwejobs.maryland.gov (click on Apprentice Training Jobs)

DOD Provides Website to Help Youth Explore Pathways for Their Future:

Visit www.myfuture.com and explore the benefits of a military career. More than 1,000

civilian and military career fields and nearly 7,000 accredited colleges and trade schools

are featured.

Career Cruising – This website provides a wealth of information for students. Students

are able to take Interest and Skills Assessments, look at Career Profiles, watch

Multimedia Interviews, research College and Financial Aid Information, save items

to the Electronic Career Portfolio and create a resume using the Resume Builder. To

access the website go to: www.careercruising.com. Enter the school’s Username:

westlakehs / Password:. Students have their own individual accounts they can

access with their own username and password that allows them to save items to their

account. Students who do not remember their password can see Mrs. Stone in the

Career Center.

Work Permits – Students who are between 14 – 17 years of age and would like to work

are required to get a work permit. You can apply online at:

https://www.dllr.state.md.us/childworkpermit.

O*NET OnLine – This is a tool for career exploration and job analysis! This site has

detailed descriptions of the world of work! Build your future with O*NET OnLine:

http://www.onetonline.org/

My Next Move – U.S. Department of Labor’s Career Search Tool:

www.mynextmove.org

Maryland Natural Resources Police – Natural Resource Cadet, high school graduate

(men and women) between ages of 18 and 20, full-time position. Apply at:

www.dnr.state.md.us/nrp

Security Professional Development Institute – Training and development of security

practitioners for the security industry. Training academy information available at:

www.spditraining.com

Career Cruising:

Interest and skills Assessments

Career Profiles

Multimedia Interviews

College and Financial Aid Information

Electronic Career Portfolio

Resume Builder

www.careercruising.com

Enter the school’s Username: Westlakehs

Enter the school’s password: wolverines

To access student’s account: Username: cc08-000 and student’s ID number

See Mrs. Stone if you have forgotten your password or it can be sent to your e-mail.

Plumbers and Gasfitters Apprenticeship sponsored by Washington, DC Plumbers

& Gasfitters Local No. 5, apply on-line at www.local5plumbers.org or call 301-552-

3505. There is a $50 application fee. You must be 18 years of age and have a high

school diploma or GED.

Charles County Parks Hiring

Charles County Parks is hiring Concession Workers and Youth Helpers to work at one of their park locations. Flexible hours include weekday evenings and

weekends.

Apply & get job descriptions at www.charlescountymd.gov/hr/recruitment/recruitment

Application deadline is 2/17/17! *Park Attendants should be 18 or older. High school seniors will be considered.

** Concession Workers and Park Helpers must be 16 or older as of April 1, 2017

” Making it Better to Be There Since 1929” ™

2017

Open House/Job Fair Regency Furniture Stadium

Want to have fun and make money?

Join the Centerplate team at the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs!!

We are currently seeking highly motivated individuals for the following part time seasonal

positions: Cooks

Kitchen Workers

Hospitality Supervisors

Hospitality Cashiers

Hospitality Stand Workers There will be a job fair for all of the above positions held at the ballpark on Saturday, February

25th from 1:00 P.M. until 5 P.M. The address is 11765 St. Linus Drive Waldorf, MD. If you are

interested in joining our team or have additional questions, please email Magen Dilworth at

magen.dilworth@centerplate.com.

Centerplate is one of North America's largest providers of quality food and beverage, catering,

merchandise and facility management services for many of America's best-known sports,

convention and entertainment venues. As our vision is to be #1 in Event Hospitality and the #1

Employer of choice, all of our managers, chefs and employees are “Hospitality Ambassadors.”

Centerplate is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Military News

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Education Benefits The Department of Veterans Affairs provides information on educational benefits for veterans and their dependents.

Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA) Of particular interest is the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA). It provides up to 45 months of education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of certain veterans. To be eligible, you must be the son, daughter, or spouse of a veteran who died or is permanently and totally disabled as the result of a service-connected disability, or who died while such a disability was in effect, or is MIA or captured in the line of duty by a hostile force, or is forcibly detained or interned in the line of duty by a foreign government or power. Sons and daughters must be between the ages of 18 and 26. Spousal benefits end 10 years from the date the VA finds the spouse as eligible or from the date of death of the veteran. To apply, complete VA Form 22-5490, Application for Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance. For more information, call 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551).

Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents Updated annually by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the publication Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents contains information about education and training benefits available to veterans and eligible dependents. For more information go to: www.va.gov/opa/publications/benefits_book.asp or call 1-800-827-1000.

GI Transferability Bill Post 9/11 GI Bill family transfer option allows service members to shift their benefits to their families. For more information, see www.va.gov/opa/publications/benefits_book/benefits_chap05.asp.

Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) MOAA offers several educational assistance programs, including interest-free loans, grants and the American Patriot Scholarship. For more information, go to: www.moaa.org/Content/Benefits-and-Discounts/Education-Assistance/Education-Assistance.aspx.

Other organizations that offer educational assistance to military personnel, veterans and their dependents include:

Army Emergency Relief – Offers Dependent Children Education Program and Spouse Education Program.

Air Force Aid Society – Offers General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program and General George S. Brown Spouse Tuition Assistance Program (STAP).

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation – Offers more than 1,600 scholarships a year totaling about $5 million to children of members of the Marine Corps who have been killed or wounded in combat or who demonstrate financial need.

Navy Marine Corps Relief Society – Offers VADM E.P. Travers Scholarship and Loan Program, USS Tennessee Scholarship Fund, Dependents of Deceased Service Members Scholarship Program, Admiral Mike Boorda Scholarship Program, Bridge Loans for Tuition Assistance Program and GI Bill and Spouse Tuition Aid Program (STAP).

Coast Guard Mutual Aid – Offers the CGMA Supplemental Education Grant (SEG) Program, Stafford/PLUS Loan Origination Fee Refund Program and CGMA Supplemental Student Loans. See also the USCG Foundation Education Grant Program.

National Association for Uniformed Services (NAUS) – NAUS offers several undergraduate scholarships annually. For more information, see www.NAUS.org/scholarship.

ThanksUSA Scholarship Program ThanksUSA is a non-profit tax exempt charitable organization focused on thanking American troops. ThanksUSA “thanks” the men and women of the United State Armed Forces by awarding scholarships for their children and spouses. As many as 500 scholarships are available for undergraduate study at accredited two and four year institutions of higher education. A minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Active duty US military personnel is defined as having served on active duty in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard for at least 180 days since September 11, 2001, including all members of the Armed Forces who were killed or wounded in action. (Members of the reserves who have been activated to full-time duty and federalized members of the National Guard are eligible.) Dependent children (including adopted and stepchildren) must be age 24 and under as of the deadline. The scholarship program opens on April 1 and the deadline is May 15. Recipients are selected based on financial need, academic performance, leadership and community service. Preference is given to the

families of military personnel who are wounded or killed during active duty. For more information, go to: www.thanksusa.org.

2017 Scholarships for Military Children: For more information and to apply visit: www.militaryscholar.org. Students must be enrolled in college full time and be dependents of active duty, reserve, Guard and retired military members.

DOD Launches New Website for Career Pathways: Visit www.Myfuture.com and explore the benefits of a military career. More than 1,000 civilian and military career fields and nearly 7,000 accredited colleges and trade schools are featured.

List of Maritime Colleges

Four-Year California Maritime Academy, CA Maine Maritime Academy, ME Massachusetts Maritime Academy, MA SUNY Maritime College, NY United States Merchant Marine Academy, NY Webb Institute, NY Two-Year Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding, WA Northwestern Michigan College, MI

List of Military Colleges

Four Year The Citadel, SC North Georgia College & State University, GA Norwich University, VT United States Air Force Academy, CO United States Coast Guard Academy, CT United States Merchant Marine Academy, NY United States Military Academy, NY United States Naval Academy, MD Virginia Military Institute, VA Two-Year Georgia Military College, GA Marion Military Institute, AL New Mexico Military Institute, NM Valley Forge Military Academy and College, PA Wentworth Military Junior College, MO

Registering with Selective Service-Attention all 17 and 18 year old male students: If you are not registered with Selective Service, you must do so within 30 days of turning 18. You MUST register. This is not a school requirement, it’s the law. If you fail to register, it will affect your ability to receive Federal college loans, grants and student aid. In addition, it will affect your ability to receive job training or to gain citizenship. It will even curtail opportunities to get many good jobs in the future. Register online at www.sss.gov. or fill out a registration card at any U.S. Post Office.

Juniors & Seniors who would like to take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational

Aptitude Battery) on March 2nd, please sign-up in the Career Center.

Free Test Preparation for the ASVAB: www.March2success.com or www.tests.com

Military Summer Programs

United States Coast Guard Academy Summer Program for Juniors – Application Deadline: April 1, 2017. Visit www.usga.edu/aim or call 1-800-883-USCG. Academy Introduction Mission (AIM)

It is important that you make an informed decision about applying to and attending the Coast Guard Academy. Our Academy Introduction Mission (AIM) is a one-week summer program that gives you the chance to see if the Academy is right for you, and if you have what it takes to succeed. If you are selected, you will experience the rigor, discipline, and rewards of the Coast Guard Academy personally, just like a cadet, for one week in July following your junior year in high school. You meet faculty and staff, learn about our academic, military, and athletic programs, talk with cadets who have sailed the Eagle, flown aircraft, and started their leadership journey, and meet with Coast Guard professionals who are protecting our nation right now. Success at AIM is a good indicator of success at the Coast Guard Academy. Typically, 50% of AIM grads earn appointments to the Academy. Opening application date early Feb.

United States Naval Academy Summer Program for Juniors – Naval Academy Seminar (NASS) –. Visit www.usna.edu/Admissions/nass.htm

The United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar is a fast-paced, six-day experience for high achievers who have completed their junior year in high school. Summer Seminar teaches you about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play

equally important roles in developing our nation's leaders. If you think that you may be interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the nation's service academies and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider attending the Naval Academy's Summer Seminar.

West Point United States Military Academy Summer Leaders Seminar – Application Deadline: March 30, 2017. Visit www.usma.edu

Life is FULL of OPPORTUNITIES………..

Don’t miss out!!!

NIGHT OF ENGINEERING

Wednesday, February 22, 2017 ~ 6:00 to 7:30 PM

AT COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND

*LA PLATA CAMPUS*

8730 Mitchell Road

La Plata, MD 20646

Center for Business and Industry (BI Building)

Chaney Enterprises Conference Room (Room 113)

Night of Engineering is an opportunity to get information about the College of Southern

Maryland’s Mechanical Engineering partnership with the University of Maryland College Park

& Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) located at the Patuxent River Naval Air

Station in St. Mary’s County.

For more information contact Shadei Jones, Pre-engineering Coordinator Phone: 301-934-7747

RSVP at: http://stem.csmd.edu/events_night_of_engineering.html For more information about STEM careers, please visit the website below:

http://www.onetonline.org/find/stem?t=0&g=Go

Women in Engineering (WIE) Dream Conference For high school girls, interactive workshops, discussions, and demonstrations, Stamp Student Union, University of Maryland College Park, Saturday, February 25, 9-2:30. For more information and to REGISTER, visit www.wie.umd.edu/k12/dreamconference

Thinking about a career in veterinary medicine?

Save the date to attend the…

Veterinary Medical Career Fair & Information Sessions

This year’s information session topics include: Choosing a Pre-Vet Program and Getting into Vet School

March 12, 2017 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Omni Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert Street NW, Washington DC 20008 Send questions about the event to: diversitymatters@aavmc.org

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Boys State Program: Junior boys may apply for this all expenses paid summer program

sponsored by the American Legion. June 18-24, McDaniel College will host this event providing leadership training, learning principles of governmental affairs, and enriching your knowledge of American citizenship. Go to www.mdlegion.org/boysstate for an application due by April 15 2017.

Girls State Program: Junior girls may apply for this all expenses paid summer program

sponsored by the American Legion. June 18-23, Salisbury University will host this event providing leadership training, learning principles of governmental affairs, and enriching your knowledge of American citizenship. Junior girls interested who are interested, must complete an ONLINE Interest Form at www.facebook.com/alamdgs- Application due March 17th.

Grade Level Reminders

Freshmen:

Keep up your grades. Do extra credit whenever possible...strive for A’s and B’s in all classes.

Use your Career Cruising account and stop in the Career Center before school, during lunch, or

make an appointment with the Career Advisor to explore the possibilities and find colleges that

have your major.

Use www.collegeweeklive.com to ask questions about college to hundreds of college reps

conducting virtual college fairs and information sessions. The US Department of Education

sponsors this valuable program. Don’t miss out on the free, virtual college tours and

opportunities for scholarships provided by the program.

Look for opportunities for community service and be sure to complete the Service Learning

Graduation Requirement within your Local/State/National (LSN) Government class this semester.

Start thinking about a challenging schedule for next school year. Colleges look for Honors and

Advanced Placement classes that indicate a student has tried to take the strongest possible course

of study in order to prepare for college-level classes.

Sophomores:

Keep up your grades and stay involved in extra-curricular activities and community service.

Start thinking about a challenging schedule for next school year. Colleges look for Honors and

Advanced Placement classes that indicate a student has tried to take the strongest possible course

of study in order to prepare for college-level classes.

Search for relevant summer activities, paid and/or unpaid, that support your area of interest or

intended major in college.

Save money for senior-year expenses and college. It is not uncommon to need at least $500 to

pay for college entrance exams and college application fees as well as senior dues.

Use your PSAT Access Code to study for and prepare for college entrance exams. Visit

www.collegeboard.org/quickstart to gain a true advantage in the college admissions process by

achieving high test scores. Don’t forget to finish the personality assessment.

Juniors:

Plan a challenging senior class schedule. An easy schedule can cost you an acceptance to your

dream college.

Map out your college-entrance exam schedule and register for exams needed. If your college

requires Subject Tests, be sure to find out which ones they prefer for your intended major.

Prep for your college-entrance exams at www.actstudent.org,

www.collegeboard.org/quickstart, using your access code, and stop in the Career Center to

check out books and use computers.

Remember how important your junior grades are for class rank and college applications. Do all

assignments and ask for extra credit.

Be sure your Student Service Learning graduation requirement is complete, but continue to

volunteer and stay involved in activities.

Student-athletes planning to pursue Division I and Division II sports in college need to register at

www.eligibilitycenter.org to meet eligibility requirements to play college sports at those levels.

Use your Career Cruising account and take advantage of www.collegeweeklive.com as well as

resources in the Career Center to narrow down your list of prospective colleges.

Seniors:

If you haven’t done so, PLEASE submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

and check the financial aid deadline of your prospective colleges. Be sure to ask for additional

financial aid scholarship and grant applications.

Have your counselor submit your mid-year grades to your prospective colleges and send any

updates to your application if you have not been granted admissions yet or waitlisted. Ask for an

interview and showcase why you should be accepted!

Pay attention to correspondence from colleges whether communication is done through e-mail or

the postal service so that you do not miss deadlines or opportunities offered by colleges.

Sign up in the Career Center to take the CSM Placement Test. Remember you must apply online

at www.csmd.edu. It is free.

Sign up in the Career Center to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)

for the spring.

Keep up your grades. Offers can be rescinded...taken away!

Use www.careercruising.com for the scholarship matching service. Be sure to use the Career

Center Newsletter each month for scholarship announcements. The Charles County Scholarship

Fund application is due the end of February to your CCA.

Turn in a copy of your college acceptance letters and any scholarship, grant, or award letters you

receive.

SCHOLARSHIPS

February Deadline: AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship Eligible: A student must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and must also enter a four-year accredited college or university within 12 months of the application deadline. Criteria: This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for college-bound students to give thoughtful consideration to the impact Alzheimer’s disease has on their own lives and others in their family and community. More information on the scholarship can be found at: http://www.youngleadersofafa.org/about_new.html Award: $5,000 scholarship to the winner, a $2,500 scholarship to the first runner-up, a $1,000 scholarship to the second runner-up and seven $500 scholarships for Honorable Mention. Deadline: 2/15

American Indian Scholarship Information National DAR – American Indians Committee Eligible: Seniors Criteria: American Indian, GPA 3.25+, financial aid Award: varies Deadline: 2/25; www.gallerycollection.com/greetingcardscontests.htm Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association Northern Virginia Chapter Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: students pursuing degrees in technology, math science, or technical field related to national security Award: $2,000 Deadline: 2/28 http://www.afceanova.org/committee/scholarship-committee Cynthia E. Morgan Scholarship Fund Eligible: Junior or Senior Criteria: First generation college student, will attend a Maryland college with a major in a medical-related field Award: $1000 Deadline: 2/25, applications submitted online http://www.cemsfund.com Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Eligible: Minority senior Criteria: leadership, community service, financial aid, minimum SAT score of 1,000 math & reading or composite score of 22 on ACT. Award: varies- $24,000 over four years Deadline: 2/15 www.jackierobinson.org Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: 3.0+, U.S. Citizen or permanent resident, Award: $500-$5,000 Deadline: 2/7 www.jimmyranefoundation.org

Maryland Farm Bureau, Inc. Eligible: High school seniors Criteria: Applicants or their parents/guardians must be members of Maryland Farm Bureau. Application and essay required Award: $2,000 Deadline: 2/1

Maryland State Athletic Director Association Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Must have two of the following: minimum B+ average, ranked in the top 25% of class, ACT score of 24+ or SAT score of 1100+ (Math, Reading and Writing). In addition: participated in 2 sports for 2 years in each sport, earned 1 varsity letter in each of the 2 sports, essay, letter of recommendation Award: $500+ Deadline: 2/28; Applications available at www.msada-md.org

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) Scholarships

Multiple scholarships, pursuit of degrees in diverse disciplines including history, law, nursing, and education. For information and applications: http://dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm Deadline: 2/10 General Scholarship

RICHARD AND ELIZABETH DEAN SCHOLARSHIP—The Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship is a preferred

amount of $5,000 each year for up to four consecutive years to graduating high school students. The selection

process shall be based on academic merit with an initial minimum GPA of 3.75. Renewal is conditional upon

maintenance of a GPA of 3.25. This scholarship is renewable only after review and approval of the annual official

transcript. Renewal transcript must be submitted to the Office of the Reporter General by July 1 of the year of

renewal or the scholarship is forfeited.

Political Science, History, Government, and Economics Scholarships

A separate application must be submitted for each scholarship in this group.

DR. AURA-LEE A. PITTENGER AND JAMES HOBBS PITTENGER AMERICAN HISTORY SCHOLARSHIP—A scholarship in the amount of $2,000 each year for up to four consecutive years to a graduating high school senior who will have a concentrated study of a minimum of 24 credit hours in American History or American Government, while in college. This award is intended to promote the study of history among our finest students. United States citizens residing abroad may apply through a Units Overseas Chapter. Renewal is conditional upon maintenance of a GPA of 3.25.

THE LUCINDA BENEVENTI FINDLEY HISTORY SCHOLARSHIP—A one-time $2,000 scholarship awarded to

graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated advanced interest in history and are planning to major in,

or pursue the study of, history in a full-time, accredited college or university in the United States. The applicant

must have a GPA of 3.25.

Nursing School Scholarships These are one-time awards of $1,000. It is only necessary to submit one application

for consideration for any award in this group or for the Madeline Picket Halbert Cogswell Nursing Scholarship listed

under Special Scholarships.

CAROLINE E. HOLT NURSING SCHOLARSHIP—One-time $1,000 scholarship for students who are in financial need and have been accepted or are currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing. A letter of acceptance into the Nursing Program or the transcript stating that the applicant is enrolled in the Nursing Program must be included with the application.

MILDRED NUTTING SCHOLARSHIP—One-time $1,000 scholarship for students who are in financial need and who have been accepted or are currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing. A letter of acceptance into the Nursing Program or the transcript stating that the applicant is in the Nursing Program must be enclosed with the application. Preference will be given to candidates from the Lowell, MA area.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SCHOLARSHIP—One-time $1,000 scholarship for students who are in financial need and have been accepted or are attending an accredited school of Occupational Therapy including art, music, or physical therapy. A letter of acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Program or the transcript stating the applicant is in the Occupational Therapy Program must be included with the application.

Medical Scholarships

These awards are in the amount of $5,000 annually for up to four years, with a maximum of $20,000 total. These

awards are available only in consecutive four-year increments. It is necessary to submit only one application for

consideration for any award in this group.

Specific Scholarships

A separate application must be submitted for each scholarship in this group.

MARGARET HOWARD HAMILTON SCHOLARSHIP—A $1,000 scholarship awarded for up to four years to a graduating high school senior who has been accepted into the Harvey and Bernice Jones Learning Center, housing the Ben D. Caudle Learning Program, University of the Ozarks, Clarksville, Arkansas. Applications must be requested directly from the Learning Center upon acceptance into their program for learning disabled students.

LILLIAN AND ARTHUR DUNN SCHOLARSHIP—A $2,000 scholarship awarded for up to four years to well qualified, deserving sons and daughters of members of the NSDAR for four years of college. Renewal is conditional upon maintenance of a GPA of 3.25. Outstanding recipients will be considered for an additional period of up to four years of study. DAR member number of mother (who is a current, dues paying member) must be on the application.

MADELINE PICKETT HALBERT COGSWELL NURSING SCHOLARSHIP— One-time $1,000 scholarship for students who have been accepted or are currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing, who are members of NSDAR, descendants of members of NSDAR, or are eligible to be members of NSDAR (must be established). A letter of acceptance into the Nursing Program or the transcript stating that the applicant is in the Nursing Program must be included with the application. DAR member number must be on the application.

NELLIE LOVE BUTCHER MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP shall be given annually to a male or female music student who is pursuing an education in piano or voice. Special consideration shall be given to students currently attending the Duke Ellington School of the Performing Arts, Washington, DC. This substantial scholarship is for one year, and is not automatically renewable; however, recipients may reapply for consideration each year for four years based on maintaining a 3.0 grade point average. Special CD submission instructions available upon request.

National Co-op Scholarship Program Eligible: Seniors Criteria: GPA 3.5+, one page essay, to qualify for the merit co-op scholarship, students must complete all the required admissions material and be accepted for the 2016-2017 academic year at one or more of the ten NCCE Partner Colleges & Universities. Apply at www.co-op.edu Award: $6,000 renewable Deadline: 2/15

National Naval Officers Association

Washington DC Chapter

Eligible: Graduating High school senior

Criteria: Demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities and community service

Award: $1,000+

Deadline: 2/28

National Society DAR Scholarships

Multiple scholarships, pursuit of degrees in diverse disciplines including history, law, nursing, and education. For

information and applications: http://dar.org/natsociety/edout_scholar.cfm

Deadline: 2/10

Northrop Grumman Engineering Scholarship Eligible: Graduating High school senior who is a resident of MD & planning to attend a public or accredited university in an approved engineering program Criteria: 3.5+ GPA un-weighted, 1150+ SAT or 27+ on the ACT Award: $8,000 Deadline 2/4 www.northropgrumman.com/CorporateResponsibility/Community/Pages/engineeringscholars.aspx

The Bill of Rights Institute WE THE STUDENTS ESSAY CONTEST Eligible: 9-12 graders Criteria: Essay www.billofrightsinstitute.org Award: $50-$5,000 Deadline: 2/5 March Deadline: Air Force Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Washington D.C. Eligible: Graduating college-bound seniors who are dependents of an active duty, retired, MIA/POW, or deceased Air Force member residing in the Washington, D. C. area Criteria: 3.25+ unweighted GPA, standardized test scores, extracurricular activities, leadership Award: varies each year Deadline: 3/7; www.afoscdc.com American Foreign Service – National High School Essay Contest Eligible: 9th-12th grade students, parents can NOT be members of the Foreign Service Criteria: Essay, US Citizen Award: $1,250 - $2,500 Deadline: 3/15; http://www.afsa.org/essay-contest. For questions, contact Perri Green at green@afsa.org American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships • National President’s Scholarship: Scholarships for high school students who are direct descendants, step-children, step-grandchildren of U.S. wartime veterans. For more information visit: www.ALAforVeterans.org • Spirit of Youth Scholarship for Junior Member: Scholarships awarded to Junior Members of the American Legion Auxiliary. For more information visit: www.ALAforVeterans.org Award: Various - $2,500-$5,000 Deadline: 3/1 American Welding Society District Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Students seeking an undergraduate degree in welding engineering, welding technology, or a welding related field, must be accepted into a welding related educational or training program. Award: $1,000 and up, renewable; www.aws.org Deadline: 3/1 Automotive Scholarship Gateway Eligible: Seniors Criteria: career in the automotive industry. Applications will be accepted from September 2016 to March 31, 2017. Apply online at www.automotivescholarships.com.

BCF Common Scholarship Baltimore Community Foundation

WJZ-TV Jerry Turner Broadcast Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: must reside in state of Maryland, have cumulative GPA of 3.0+, and major in Broadcast Journalism from as accredited four-year college or University Award: up to $2,250

Deadline: 3/1 www.bcf.org/For-Grant-Scholarship

Blacks in Government Department of Health and Human Services/College Park Complex Chapter Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: GPA 2.7+ unweighted GPA, recommendation, must reside within Washington D.C. metropolitan area, transcript, extracurricular activities, essay, resume Award: $500 to $1,000 Deadline: 3/22; Applications available in the Career Center. Information about the Chapter can be found at http://www.bignet.org/regional/hhs-sw.complex. Blacks in Government Coast Guard Headquarters Chapter Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: GPA 2.0+, recommendation, must reside within Washington D.C. metropolitan area Award: Varies $500-$1,000 Deadline: 3/31; http://bigcoastguardchapter.weebly.com/programs.html

Charles County Arts Alliance Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: 3.0+GPA, accepted to continue in a performing, visual or literary arts program of study (major) at a four-year college or university Award: $1,000 Deadline: 3/17www.charlescountyarts.org/programs/scholarships/

Charlotte Hall School Scholarship Eligible: Graduating senior from each high school in Charles and St. Mary’s County Criteria: Must submit a brief personal statement in support of candidacy, essay, demonstrate participation in extra-curricular activities, recommendation letter, apply to a college or university, interview required. Award: Minimum $1,000 Deadline: 3/31; Applications available in the Career Center.

Charles County Scholarship Fund Criteria: See below. Award: Various Deadline: 3/1 Return applications to Mrs. Stone in the Career Center Merit Scholarships Jeremiah and Elijah Borgnis Memorial Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA, Charles County resident, must major in Visual Art.

Unnae Pak-Borgnis Memorial Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA, Charles County resident, must major in Music.

Charles County Health Department and School Nurses’ Scholarship: ($250) Graduating senior or first-year nursing student with a minimum 3.0 GPA, Charles County resident who plans to enroll or is enrolled in a registered nursing program.

Charles County Teacher Education Assistance Grant: ($1,000 renewable) Charles County resident, must major in Teacher Education, must teach in Charles County public schools after graduation.

John H. Cox Memorial Scholarship: ($1,000) Graduating senior/scholar athlete with four varsity letters

and a minimum 3.75 GPA, Charles County resident. Ronald G. Cunningham Scholarship: ($2,500) Graduating senior from a Charles County public HS with a minimum 2.5 GPA, Charles County resident who is planning to enroll full- time in Teacher Education. (One

scholarship is given at each Charles County public HS.) Harding Memorial Future Educator Scholarship: (1,000) Graduating senior from a Charles County High School who is a Charles County resident planning to enroll full-time next fall in Teacher Education.

William and Vivian King Scholarship: ($1,000) Graduating senior from a Charles County high school with

a minimum 3.2 GPA, Charles County resident. (One Scholarship is given at each Charles County public HS.) `Kiwanis Club of Charles County Ronald G. Cunningham Scholarship: ($500) An active Key Club member in good standing who is graduating from Charles county public HS with a minimum 2.5 GPA; Charles County resident Attach both a brief statement outlining your community participation through Key Club and an additional letter of recommendation from your Key Club Leader or Club Liaison.

La Plata Garden Club Scholarship: ($1,000) graduating senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA, Charles County

resident and U.S. Citizen planning to enroll in an accredited college to pursue a degree in engineering or natural sciences. (Two awards) Timothy Minor Criminal Justice Memorial Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school with a minimum of 3.0 GPA, Charles County resident, must major in Criminal Justice.

Rachel Myers Trade School Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior or former graduate from a Charles County public HS who will attend or is attending an accredited vocational/technical school, Charles County

resident.

Professor V. Phillips Weaver Scholarship: ($1,000) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school with a minimum 3.0 GPA who plans to attend The College of William and Mary or the University of Maryland College Park. Patricia Sugg Weiers Memorial Scholarship: ($250) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school, Charles County resident, must major in Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Music, or Creative Writing

Eric Sawchak Memorial Scholarship: ($1,000) Graduating senior from a Charles County public HS with a minimum 3.0 GPA who is on the high school Golf Team, Charles County resident.

Ken Stump Memorial Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior from Charles County public HS, Charles

County resident with minimum 3.0 GPA, must major in Math or math-related field.

Zonta of Charles County Scholarship: (1,000) Graduating female senior from Charles County public high

school with a 3.2 or Lower GPA who demonstrates accomplishments in community service and leadership, has faced a significant roadblock or challenge and who plans to pursue a profession that will benefit women or children; Charles county resident. ( Two awards : one for a student planning to attend CSM and one used at the

college of recipient’s choice).

Merit and Financial Need* Scholarships

To be considered for the following scholarships Remember: enclose a completed copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) for the 2017-18 FAFSA if you apply for any of the following financial need scholarships *. Charles County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship: ($1000) Graduating senior with a minimum 2.5 GPA, Charles County resident showing financial need and planning to be a full-time business major at the College of Southern Maryland. Charles County Retired School Personnel Association Scholarship: ($1000) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school with a minimum 2.75 GPA, Charles County resident showing financial need*, must major in Teacher Education. (One scholarship given at each Charles County public high school).

Ronald G Cunningham Nursing Scholarship ($500) Graduating senior from a Charles County public HS

with a minimum 3.5 GPA, Charles County resident showing financial need* and planning to enroll in a college program to attain a BS in Nursing.

Lisa Michele Duckett Achievement Award: ($1,000) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school, Charles County resident showing financial need*. Kenneth Bernard Proctor Sr. Scholarship: ($500) Graduating Senior from a Charles County public HS with a 3.0 or lower GPA showing financial need*, Charles County resident. Stephen E. Mitchell Educational Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school or graduate with a minimum 3.0 GPA showing financial need, Charles County resident planning to enroll in or is enrolled in a math, science or engineering program.

Thomas B.R. Mudd Nurse Scholarship: (Full two years) Graduate of a Charles County public high school showing financial need, born in and residing in Charles County, planning to practice nursing at Charles Regional Medical Center after graduation, major in nursing at the College of Southern Maryland.

Thomas B.R. Mudd Teacher Scholarship: (Full two years) Graduate of a Charles County public high school showing financial need, born in and residing in Charles County, planning to teach in Charles County after graduation, major in teacher education at the College of Southern Maryland.

Starkey Memorial Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior from a Charles County public high school, Charles County resident showing financial need, preference given to a student planning to attend West Virginia

University. Robert Dean Stethem National Memorial Scholarship: ($1,000) Graduating senior who is a U.S. citizen with a minimum 2.5 GPA showing financial need.

Tiny Hopes Scholarship: ($1,000) Graduating senior from a Charles County public HS showing financial need*, Charles County resident. (Three awards)

John Howie Memorial Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior from a Charles County public HS with a minimum 3.0 GPA, who played a high school sport all four years, Charles County resident showing financial need* (two awards-one for a female and one for a male athlete).

Guy and Blondell Toye Scholarship ($200) Graduating senior from a Charles county public HS with a minimum 2.5 GPA showing financial need* and planning to be a social worker.

Ashley Jayne Younger Memorial Scholarship: ($500) Graduating senior from Westlake High School with a minimum 3.0 weighted GPA, showing financial need* and planning to enroll in a business program. Resume

must show

Colonial Agricultural Education Foundation, Inc. Eligible: Student in each of the eleven association branch territories, which includes Charles County Criteria: Varied but includes scholastic ability leadership, financial need & educational goals Award: Varies Deadline: 3/1 www.colonialfarmcredit.com Create-A-Holiday-Card Scholarship Eligible: high school students Criteria: Design a greeting card Award: $10,000 scholarship Deadline: 3/2 www.gallerycollection.com/greetingcardscontests.htm Credit Union Foundation Scholarship Eligible: Seniors who are members of a Maryland or D.C. based credit union Criteria: Three categories: Essay, Video, or Photo Award: $1,000 Deadline: 3/31; www.cufound.org/college-scholarship Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter Eligible: Graduating high school senior from Southern Prince George’s and Charles County Criteria: Community service, academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, essay, interview, letters of recommendation, minimum GPA 2.5, and plans to enroll full-time in an accredited 2 or 4 year college Award: $1,000+ Deadline: 3/7; http://www.dstfwac.org Dwight P. Jacobus Scholarships Association of School Business Officials Maryland and the District of Columbia Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Resident of Maryland for at least one year preceding the date of award, been accepted for admission as a full time student (as defined by the recipient’s attending school), demonstrated financial need, minimum 3.0 overall GPA Award: $1,000 Deadline: 3/01 www.ASBO.org

Fort Myer Thrift Shop Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: children of active duty, retire, or deceased U. S. Army officers and enlisted personnel who maintain a dependent military ID card. 3.0+ GPA Award: varies Deadline: 3/23 www.fortmyerthriftshop.org Greater Waldorf Jaycees and College of Southern Maryland Foundation Scholarship Eligible: Graduating high school senior from a Charles County high school who has resided in Charles County for at least one year at the time of application and planning to be a full-time student the College of Southern Maryland Criteria: Minimum GPA of 2.0+, demonstrated community service, must have filed a FAFSA. Award: Varies according to need, may be as much as full scholarship to The College of Southern Maryland covering tuition, fees & books. Deadline: 3/29 see Mrs. Stone for an application

Joseph C. Ferrant Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: 2.5+ GPA, community service, essay, Award: varies Deadline: 3/31 www.josephferrantefoundation.org/scholarship

Kris Romeo Bishundat Memorial Scholarship Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Recipient should demonstrate outstanding character, be a role model to peers, exhibit school spirit, and endeavor to be a successful student. 250 word essay. Award: $300, One Westlake Student will be awarded. Deadline: Applications due to Ms. Stone by 3/10

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: unwighted 2.0+, Child of active duty, reserve U.S. Marine or Navy Corpsmen, retired, deceased or financial need Award: Varies Deadline: 3/1 www.mcsf.org/apply

MELLFIN 2017 Scholarship Maryland ELL Family Involvement Network Eligible: currently in an ESOL program or have exited an ESOL program within the past three years Criteria: 3.0+ GPA, community involvement, recommendations, essay Award: $1000 Deadline:3/17 www.mellfin.org

Polish Heritage Association of Maryland, Inc. Scholarship Eligibility: Seniors Criteria: resident of Maryland, and have at least two polish ancestors Award:$1,500 Deadline: 3/1 www.pha-md.org

RN STAT Eligible: Seniors Criteria: 2.5 GPA, essay, letters of recommendation, personal interview, nursing scholarship and mentoring program, program through University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center and CSM Deadline: 3/28 applications in the Career Center Simon Youth Foundation Community Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: Academic performance, financial need, leadership skills, school and community involvement, essay Award: $1500 Deadline: 3/1 programs.applyists.com/syf/ Trinity United Methodist Church Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Transcript, essay Award: varies Deadline:3/1 Application in the Career Center VIP Women in Technology Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: 3.0+ GPA, Essay, community service, extracurricular activities, must major in computer science, information systems. Business information management, or other related IT-related major Award: up to $2,500 Deadline: 3/1

Washington Regional Transplant Consortium Legacy of Life Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Write a 1,000 word persuasive argument or produce a video on the theme “Organ & Tissue Donation: Persuade Someone to give the Gift of a Lifetime.” Award: $1,000-$3,000 Deadline: 3/31; www.beadonor.org April Deadline: American Society of Military Comptrollers Southern Maryland Chapter Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Must be entering a field of study directly related to business or financial management, business management, economics, public administration, accounting, for related area of study. Three letters of recommendation, essay, ACT/SAT scores. Award: $500- $3,000 Deadline: 4/14 Charles County Master Gardener Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: resident of Charles County, GPA 3.0+, plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college and majoring in one of the following preferred fields of study: animal and avian sciences, earth & physical sciences, environmental science, life science, plant science, marine science. Other fields of study may be considered. Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/28, applications in the Career Center Educational Systems Federal Credit Union The Dorothy Marvil Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Seniors who are members of Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Criteria: GPA 2.75+ and essay Award: $3,000 Deadline: 4/3 ; https://www.esfcu.org/DorothyMarvil Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Business Management and Finance Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: member of Educational Systems FCU (visit esfcu.org/joinus), senior who has completed the Business Management and Finance program course requirements or completed an approved internship. Award: $500 Deadline: 4/3; https://www.esfcu.org/2017scholarships Esperanza Scholarship Fund Eligible: Senior born outside the U. S. or that has two parents who were born outside the U.S. Criteria: This scholarship is limited to immigrant students. Essay, transcript, ACT or SAT, letter of recommendation. Award: $5,000-$20,000 Deadline: 4/1; www.esperanzafund.org Green Pest Services Maryland Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: Min GPA 3.0, based primarily on need, but does not exclude achievement standards, SAR, transcript Award: $750 Deadline: 4/14 http://greenpestservices.net/maryland-scholarship/

Hecht & Associates, LLC Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: Short Video or essay Award: $2,500 Deadline: 4/30 http://hechtassociates.com/scholarship

Maryland Senatorial & Delegate Scholarships Who may apply… Students planning to enroll as full-time or part-time, degree-seeking undergraduates at a 2-year or 4-year public or independent college or university in Maryland may apply. Students attending private career schools are also eligible to apply.

Senatorial Scholarships Senator Thomas M. Middleton 301-858-3616 File your FAFSA by March 1st to be considered for this scholarship. There is no application for this scholarship. Once you file your FAFSA, the information is reviewed by MHEC and you will be notified if you are eligible to receive this scholarship.

Delegate Scholarships Delegate Sally Jameson Contact: 301-858-3337 DEADLINE: April 15, 2017. Applications available in the Career Center. Delegate C.T. Wilson Contact: 301-858-3325 DEADLINE: April 3, 2017. Applications available in the Career Center.

Delegate Edith J. Patterson Contact: 301-934-0307 DEADLINE: April 3, 2017. Applications available online at:

You must file a FAFSA by March 1st to be considered for any of the Maryland State Scholarships

Maryland Emergency Management Association (MEMA) Scholarship Program Eligible: High School Seniors Criteria: Essay, Community Involvement, Student Records, Grades, Financial Need, Letters of Recommendation Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/1; Applications available in the Career Center Maryland Multicultural Coalition Chapter of the National Association for Multicultural Education Eligible: Seniors planning on becoming teachers Criteria: GPA 3.4+, official transcript, plan to teach, two letters of recommendation Award: varies Deadline: 4/1

McDonough Charity School Grant Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Financial need, to qualify the family income allotment is $100,000 for a family of three, with $5,000 extra allotted per child living at home. Award: varies Deadline: 4/1; Applications available in the Career Center. Naval Officers’ Spouses Club of Washington, D.C. 2017 Scholarship Program Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Dependents of USN officer and enlisted active duty, reserve, retired, or deceased personnel Award: Varies Deadline: 4/1; http://www.noscdc.com/Philanthrophy, Email questions to scholarship@noscdc.com.

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) Scholarship

Eligible: Graduating high school seniors residing within the SMECO service area

Criteria: Must have a cumulative 3.0+ GPA, Based on Scholastic Achievement (40%), Financial Need (50%),

Community Involvement & School Involvement (10%) Essay required, see application for topic.

Award: $1,500

Deadline: 4/3 For more information call 1-888-440-3311 ext.4340 or www.smeco.coop

State of Maryland International Reading Association Council Joseph Fox, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Seniors majoring in Education with the intent to pursue teaching as a career Criteria: Must major in education and intend to pursue teaching as a career, 3.2+ GPA, community service in education-related activities or organizations/clubs Award: $2,000 Deadline: 4/15; www.somirac.org

STEM Innovators Scholarship National Society of Black Engineers: Potomac River Professionals Chapter Eligible: African American Seniors

Criteria: Major in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math Award: $1,000 Deadline: 4/30 http://nsbepotomacriver.org/

May Deadline:

B. Davis Scholarship Eligible: Juniors and Seniors Criteria: 1000 word essay Award: $1000 Deadline: 5/22; www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm Port Tobacco Players Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Graduating high school senior Criteria: GPA 3.0+, must be enrolled in a theater arts or music program or have a proven interest in the theatre arts. Applicants will be judged by their scholastic ability, activities, particularly theater related, endeavors including community involvement. Award: $1000

Deadline: 5/1; http://www.ptplayers.com/ptp-memorial-scholarship-award.html

Society of Women Engineers Eligible: Graduating high school female, Applicant in good standing or accepted for Fall 2016 term at an ABET/CSAB accredited engineering degree program Criteria: 3.0-4.0 GPA, letters of reference Award: Varied Deadline: mid may, see the web--site www.swe.org Sun Trust Scholarship Eligible: Seniors, One winner will be chosen every two weeks from September 12 through May 12,, 2017. Award: $1,000 Apply online: www.suntrusteducation.com/ScholarshipSweepstakes/ no purchase necessary to enter to win June Deadline: Abbott and Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship Eligible: Juniors & Seniors Criteria: To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. “Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.” Award: $1,000 Deadline: 6/12; http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program Eligible: Seniors Criteria: intends to pursue an animation related field at an accredited post-secondary school or college, have a passion for an animation related career. Award: $1,000 Deadline: 6/1 www.AnimationCareerReview.com Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship Program Eligible: Seniors Criteria: intend to pursue a fashion related field at an accredited post-secondary school or college, have a passion for a fashion related career. Award: $1,000 Deadline: 6/1 www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-scholarship-program Aspiring Nurse Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: a track record of academic excellence, particularly in science & math. A passion for the nursing profession and the overall filed of healthcare Award: $1,000 Deadline:6/30 www.nursingschoolsalmanac.com The Big Sun Scholarships Eligible: Seniors Criteria: student involved in a sport in high school or the community Award: $500 Deadline: 6/19 www.bigsunathletics.com

July Deadline:

Console & Hollawell’s Legal Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: students planning to pursue a legal degree, pre-law, paralegal, legal assisting Award: $1000 Deadline: 7/15 http://www.consoleandhollawell.com/law-scholarship-2017/

Ongoing: Kids’ Chance of Maryland, Inc.

Eligible: Student with a parent or guardian who has suffered a catastrophic or fatal accidental injury or occupational disease while working for a Maryland employer

Award: Varies, depending on need and educational expenses, covers tuition and books, may also include housing and meals Apply: www.kidschance-md.org

Greater Waldorf Jaycees Foundation-CSM Foundation Scholarship

Renewable scholarship at CSM for students with a 2.0+, community service.

Applications will be available in the Career Center. See application for requirements.

Deadline: March 29, 2017

SCHOLARSHIP and COLLEGE Information on-line www.mhec.state.md.us www.finaid.com www.fastweb.com www.blackstudents.blacknews.com www.studentaid.ed.gov www.meritaid.com www.MDgo4it.org www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov www.mapccs.org www.going2college.org Student Scholarships.org Maryland scholarship database, quality & depth information, huge time saver,

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Merit Scholarships Contact the Financial Aid Office of your prospective colleges to see if separate applications for aid are due this fall. Some scholarships require a counselor or principal nomination. Ask your prospective colleges' financial aid office for merit scholarship applications. Online: www.meritaid.com “My College Dollars” Launched by MTV, Get Schooled and the College Board, a Facebook application that utilizes information from a user’s Facebook profile – including age, gender and state – to connect students with targeted financial aid opportunities. VISIT THE MY COLLEGE DOLLARS FACEBOOK APP. http://mycollegedollars.hyfnrsx1.com/ Career One Stop Search more than 7,000 scholarships, fellowships, loans, and other financial aid opportunities: www.careeronestop.com

Central Scholarship Bureau seniors planning to attend college full time who meet other eligibility requirements may apply for scholarships and loans through this Maryland agency; www.central-

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NCAA Eligibility Center Information

In order to participate in athletics and receive athletically based financial aid, you must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center and meet academic and amateurism eligibility standards. In order to register with the eligibility center, you must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number and a MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover (debit or credit) card for the fee. If you are enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program or a member of the Educational Talent Search Program at CSM, you may receive a fee waiver to register for free. It should be completed the spring of your junior year (and fall of senior year at the latest). The Eligibility Center must also get copies of your SAT (use school code 9999) or ACT scores. The NCAA has adopted new legislation that will require prospects who intend to enroll at NCAA Division I and Division II institutions to supply ACT or SAT scores to the Eligibility Center directly from the testing agencies. Test scores on an official high school transcript will no longer be usable for NCAA purposes. All prospective student-athletes must complete the NCAA Amateurism Certification questionnaire. You can reach the Eligibility Center Monday – Friday at 1-877-262-1492 or view the guidelines at www.eligibilitycenter.org. There are many websites for potential college athletes, but be wary of spending money for services. You would need to check these resources very carefully and obtain references. Listening to the advice of your coach(es) is important: www.athleticaid.com www.college-athletic-scholarships.com www.athleticscholarships.net www.collegesportsscholarships.com If you’re an athlete, the best advice we can give you is to keep up your grades. Gone are the days

when athletic ability alone will get you accepted.

Continue to check the Career Center for more scholarships that arrive

daily These programs and scholarships are provided as a courtesy. Charles County Public Schools and Westlake High School does not rate the quality or value of any of these. For more information on items in this newsletter, please see Mrs. Stone in the Career Center. Nondiscrimination statement

The Charles County public school system does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,

gender identity, age or disability in its programs, activities or employment practices. For inquiries, please contact Dr. Patricia Vaira, Title

IX/ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (students) or Pamela K. Murphy, Title IX/ADA/Section 504 coordinator (employees/ adults), at Charles County

Public Schools, Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building, P.O. Box 2770, La Plata, MD 20646; 301-932-6610/301-870-3814. For special

accommodations call 301-934-7230 or TDD 1-800-735-2258 two weeks prior to the event