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Announcements:.

Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership has a new program for Juniors and Seniors. Advanced Leadership Academy is now accepting applications. You do not need to be a former HOBY to attend. Interested students can go to www.hoby.org or see Ms. Kayes for more information.

Seniors can take advantage of Free FAFSA and income tax completion sessions offered throughout the county. Ms. Fritz will be conducting FAFSA completion at SV on Friday Feb 15th and Thursday Feb. 27th. Seniors students will receive flyers during advisory and information will also be posted in the guidance office.

Senior students who have applied or have been accepted to Bloomsburg University and live in the Borough of Shenandoah are eligible to apply for the Fred Smith Golden Rule Scholarship. Students can pick up a nomination form in the guidance office.

PGSS Campaign, Inc., in partnership with the PA Department of Education, is pleased to announce that the prestigious Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Sciences summer program will be held next summer at Carnegie Mellon University from Sunday, June 30, 2013 through Saturday, August 3, 2013! Interested students please see Ms. Kayes for more information. 


Pennsylvania Restaurant Association 2012 Scholarship is now available for students interested in culinary arts, restaurant management or hospitality. Visit www.parestaurant.org/scholarship to download an application or stop in the guidance office for more information.
Students are encouraged to visit www.studentscholarships.org to find new scholarship opportunities that are available.
Any senior who is planning to major in government or politics is encouraged to apply for the Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarships. For more information visit www.gwcf.org or stop in the guidance office.
Attention Seniors! Apply for the AXA Achievement Scholarship and AXA Achievement Community Scholarship for awards up to $25,000. Learn more and apply at www.axa-achievement.com
Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week offers a unique experience working with Pennsylvania business representatives for one week in the summer. Students interested in applying for the Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week can pick up an application in the guidance office.
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community. Please visit our website at http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.
The Pottsville CareerLink Youth Program is now accepting applications. Stop in the guidance office for more information, rewards list and application procedures.
Senior students looking for scholarship and financial aid information can visit www.legion.org/needalift for scholarship opportunities. Additional information is posted in the guidance office.

The Curvey Scholarships at Villanova University

Schuylkill IU 29 summerschool is now available.  Application is attached.

The Rhoades Foundation Scholarship is now available to all Schuylkill County graduating seniors. All senior students are strongly encouraged to apply for this $2000 scholarship. Applications available in the guidance office.

The Pennsylvania Land Surveyors’ Foundation is now accepting Scholarship Applications for 2012-2013. All interested students can pick up an application in the guidance office.

Point Park University in Pittsburg PA is hosting 3 summer programs for students interested in screenwriting, animation or movie production. Interested students can pick up an application in the guidance office.

Schuylkill County Trout Unlimited Chapter #537 is offering Free Fly Tying Classes at Sweet Arrow Lake Club House. For more information see Miss Kayes in the guidance office.

First Columbia Bank & Trust Co., Trust Department is now accepting applications for the Dora and William Kalnoski Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Scholarship awards are for students majoring in art, architecture and related fields. Applications are available in the guidance office.

The Pennsylvania Association of Medical Suppliers will award $1,000 scholarship to a deserving student who has overcome physical challenges with the help of home medical equipment and supplies. Application is available in the guidance office.


Any senior who is majoring in Civil Engineering or Civil and Construction Engineering Technology is eligible to apply for the Robert Donovan memorial Scholarship. Applications can be picked up in the guidance office.


Penn State Schuylkill is hosting its Science Scholars Program this summer. Sophomores or Juniors that are interested in biology, chemistry or engineering and would like to take a summer course for 3 college credits are encouraged to stop in the guidance office for more information about this exciting opportunity.
 
Senior students can now apply for the Imagine America Scholarship Program. Students who are planning to attend a career school can apply online at
www.imagine-america.org/highschoolscholarships/applicationprocess or stop in the guidance office for an information packet and list of participating career schools.
The Florey Insurance Agency is hosting its 2nd annual creativity contest. For details, official rules, and submission directions visit: www.contest.floreyinsurance.com

Any senior student who has applied to Lock Haven University is eligible to apply for Lock Haven Scholarships. Over 30 scholarships are given to incoming freshman every year. For the complete list of scholarships and to apply please visit www.lhup.edu/admissions/scholarships or see Ms. Kaye

Any student grades 7-12 who has completed an outstanding community service project or volunteered on a project to help others are eligible to apply for the Kohl’s Cares Scholarship for awards up to $10,000. Interested students should see Ms. Kayes in the Guidance office to be nominated.
 
The Congress-Bundestag vocational exchange program is now accepting application for high school students to study abroad in Germany. Interested students should see Ms. Kayes for more information.

State Representative Neal Goodman is looking for current student applications for the Legislative Appointment to Valley Forge Military College. Interested students can pick up a brochure and application in the guidance office.

BK Scholars offers scholarships for students who are Burger King Employees and children of Burger King Employees. Visit www.havitityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_schoarship_eligibility.html

Female senior students who are interested in pursuing a career in Engineering are encouraged to apply for the Society of Women Engineers Scholarship. Stop in the guidance office for an application packet.

Students are encouraged to enter a creative concept in the ACT High School Poster Contest for a chance to win up to $5,000 for college. Visit www.actstudent.org/postercontest

All senior students who are applying to college are strongly encouraged to search for scholarships using scholarships.com. This site allows students to search for thousands of scholarships for free. Visit www.scholarships.com

Lincoln Technical Institute is holding its Annual Scholarship Competition and Open House. For more information visit www.Lincolntech.com or stop in the guidance office.

Attention Sophomores: We are looking for the next The Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Ambassador.  All 10th grade students are encouraged to apply. For more information visit www.hoby.org or see Ms. Kayes in the guidance office for application procedures.

NextStepU is giving away up to $10,000 for college! See Ms. Kayes for a Entry card or apply online at NextStepU.com
 

Juniors and seniors – SAT and ACT fee waivers are available in the guidance office.  You receive free or reduced lunch to receive one.

Juniors and Seniors – enroll in classes at Bloomsburg University at 75% off regular tuition rates.  See advisors or guidance for more details.

The Successful Student Partnership Program will begin on Tuesday, September 6th and Tutoring will be available for Grades 7 to 12 in any subject area. Monday through Thursday from 3 to 4 pm.  Sign up sheets are in the yellow folder near the devil doings board or Mrs. Hixson in M30.

 




 

Scholarship Opportunities



The Art Institute of Pittsburgh is now accepting submissions from Junior and Senior students for the High School Design Competition. Choose from two different categories to compete for a $15,000 tuition scholarship. For more information visit www.aischolarship.com/pittsburgh or stop in the guidance office.

Seniors – if you live in Shenandoah Borough and have been accepted to Bloomsburg University please stop in the guidance office for a Fred G Smith Golden Rule Scholarship Application.  Bring your letter of acceptance from Bloomsburg!

First Freedom is hosting its national essay and video contest open to 9-12th grade students. Stop in the guidance office for more information.

The Gates Millennium Scholarship is now accepting applicants for the 2011-2012 year. For instructions to apply visit www.gmsp.org or stop in the guidance office for more information.

The AES Engineers Scholarship is now available. Application details available in the guidance office.

Student volunteers can apply for The Prudential Spirit of Community Service Award. Stop in the guidance office for application details.

SunTrust is holding its Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes. Enter online at www.offtocollege.info

Empire Beauty is offering high school scholarships of up to $1,500. Students interested in applying to Empire Beauty School are strongly encouraged to apply. Stop in the guidance office for an application packet.


Students interested in attending Washington University in St. Louis can apply for the Danforth Scholars Program at Washington University. See guidance for more information.



E-Scholarships USA - Use this link to an excel file to find a wide range of scholarships that are updated frequently by both the E-Scholarships USA Staff and Shenandoah Valley.  One stop Scholarship shopping!!!    Username: shenval            Password:  shenval

 

     


College Open House Information
   Use the following links to view information:

Schuylkill Health School of Nursing - Seniors or spring  of your Junior year:  Shadow a  Student Nurse Program.  Contact: Michelle Siminitus at 570-621-5027 or email at msiminitus@schuylkillhealth.com


      

   

Financial Aid Information/ Scholarships
   Use the following links to find information

       National Scholarship Searches:

       Pennsylvania Land Surveyors' Foundation Scholarships

       Berks County Community Foundation

      Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarships

      Finaid - The Smart Guide to Financial Aid

       Walnut Hill - High School Writers Scholarship

       Blackexcel -  College Help Network

       Scholarships - Find Scholarships for College

      College Net - Find a Scholarship

       College Apps - Admissions information

       Broke Scholar - Free Scholarship  Search

       Careers and Colleges - Search colleges, careers and scholarships

       Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarships - for Seniors
 
       Next Step U - College and Scholarship Search



      Fast Web -  Scholarship search
       College Board - CSS/Profile
       Direct Loans - Government Loans
       Help pay your loans down - Upromise
       Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FASFA
             - Use this line to get your PIN before you complete your FASFA





College and Career Planning
    Use the following links to find information
        Education Planner - aesSuccess
        Bureau of Labor Stastistics
        Occupational Outlook Handbook
        Future in Nursing
SAT/ACT Information
   Use the following links to find information
      SAT - College Board
     ACT - ACT Student
         ACT  Question of the Day
Talent Search
    This program is designed for post-secondary readiness. It is under the supervision of Miss Fritz.
Visit Talent Search for more information.


Schuylkill Technology Centers

 Vo Tech Application - Students must email application to Mrs. Chitallia at chitv@svbluedevils.org and print a hard copy for parents to sign and return that copy to Mrs. Chitallia
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