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457073023812500-762015430500World Class Mediacom ScholarshipMediacom Communications will award up to 50 scholarships of $1000 each to graduating high school seniors attending accredited post-secondary institutions in the fall of 2013. The selection of the scholarship recipient is based on:~Academic Achievement ~Participation in Community Activities~Leadership ~References from Two Educators in your School~Honors Received ~Participation in School ActivitiesApplications are available on-line at or from Mrs. DeBergApplication is due February 15, 2013Best Buy Scholarship Program1,100 Scholarships of $1000 each. Students need solid grades and must be involved in volunteer community service or work experience. Apply on-line at Applications due by February 15, 2012The Financial Services Roundtable Scholarship Foundation Financial Literacy ScholarhshipAny high school senior that has received their EverFi Certificate in Financial Literacy (Springfield students should have this) is eligible to apply for a $5000 scholarship through the Financial Services Roundtable. Eligibility requirements include: must be enrolled as a senior; have proof of an eligible financial education course; have a minimum of 3.0 GPA; planning to attend an accredited four-year college or university; have one letter of reference; have a personal statement of financial need; and provide an essay entitled: “What My Financial Literacy Course Taught Me”. Applications are available at roundtable- or in Mrs. DeBerg’s office. Application deadline February 20, 2013 University of South Dakota Scholarship Review Day, February 24, 2013Scholarship Review Day offers incoming art majors the opportunity to present their art portfolio to Department of Art faculty for consideration for scholarships up to $3,000. Scholarships are offered based on excellence in artistic merit and/or academic success. The reviews allow prospective students and University art faculty members to discuss the direction of student work and evaluate applicants for scholarship purposes and program placement. Appointments must be set up in advance by calling the Department of Art at 605-677-5636 or e-mailing art@usd.edu. Participants are not required to stay for the entire event but may find much to partake in on campus. Please visit the Art Department website for more information on Portfolio Review Day: Achievers Scholarship ProgramApplications are now open for the Buick Achievers Scholarship Program! Are there students you know who are dedicated both in and out of the classroom? Those who drive positive change in their communities? We want to celebrate these lives by helping to make college dreams a reality. We encourage the following to apply: 1) High school seniors and current undergraduates; 2) Those who plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university in 2013/2014; and Those who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry. Go to The deadline is February 28, 2013.Athletic Administrators AssociationStudent Athlete Scholarship ProgramPurpose of Scholarship: In accordance with National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association’s (NIAAA) purpose to promote, facilitate and increase the knowledge and understanding of the vital role of interscholastic athletics in the educational system, this scholarship program will foster and recognize the partnership between the NIAAA and secondary education. The scholarships will recognize the distinguished scholastic, leadership and sportsmanship attributes of high school student-athletes, and the importance of high school athletics in each student’s life. Essay Topic: “How High School Athletics has Impacted my Life”Minimum Requirements: ? Applicant must have achieved at least two (2) of the following: (a) minimum of B+ average; (b) ranked in the top 25% of class; (c) ACT score of 24 or an SAT score of 1100 (Verbal and Math only)? Applicant must have participated in two sports for two years in each sport ? Applicant must have earned at least one varsity letter in each of two sports? Applicant must complete scholar/essay application? Applicant must have a letter of recommendation from the high school athletic administrator/director? School athletic administrator/director must be an NIAAA member and a member of their respective state athletic administrators association? The principal or athletic administrator/director must sign the application to ensure that the academic information submitted is accurateApplications will be submitted to the MnIAAA Liaison, Eric Rodine, erodine@priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us Deadline to have applications submitted will be February 28, 2013. Postal Mail: Eric Rodine, Activities Director, Prior Lake High School, 7575 150th Street, Savage, MN 55378Link to scholarship application: applications are also available in Mrs. DeBerg’s office.Milford O. Larson and Lois M. Larson Scholarship ProgramApplicants to this scholarship program must be graduating high school seniors with a minimum 3.2 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 grading scale who plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at a four-year college or university for the entire upcoming academic year pursuing a course of study in one of the following technical areas: science, business, technology, engineering, pre-med, accounting, or pre-law. Social science, arts, and political science courses of studies are ineligible. Awards to this program range from $1,000 to $5,000. Applications are available at Application postmark deadline: February 28, 2013Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion CouncilMSR&PC offers up to four $1,000 youth scholarships for Minnesota High School seniors who will be pursuing degrees in agriculture, agribusiness, agricultural animal nutrition, large animal vet, or food science related programs. More information and application materials can be found at . Application Deadline March 1, 2013.MSR&PC also offers a Soybean Ambassador program that helps young people gain valuable experience working in Minnesota’s agriculture industry. This is an excellent opportunity for students aged 18-22 to learn about the state’s soybean industry and make connections with agricultural leaders while gaining a greater understanding of the issues facing modern agriculture. Applications for the Soybean Ambassador program can be found at Deadline is March 1, 2013Redwood Electric Cooperative ScholarshipA scholarship will be granted to individuals who will graduate from area high schools and plan to continue their education by attending college, vocational school, or trade school. Applications will be accepted from individuals whose parent or guardian is a Redwood County Cooperative member. Selection will be made on the basis of character, community involvement, and academic ability. Applications are available from Mrs. DeBerg. Application deadline is March 1, 2013. Attention Sophomores and Juniors: BROWN COUNTY REA Win a Trip to Washington~June 14-20, 2013 ~All expenses paid~Open to sophomores and juniors whose parents are members of the Brown County REA~Must write a 300 word essay on an energy related topic~Applications available at the Brown County REA or Mrs. DeBerg’s office~Call the Brown County REA for questions or information1-800-658-2368 or 507-794-3331or email m.heiling@browncountyrea.coop ~Applications due by March 1, 2013Ridgewater College Scholarship ProgramNumerous scholarships are available to seniors who are planning to attend Ridgewater College in the fall of 2013. Check out all the scholarships available through Ridgewater College Foundation at ridgewater.edu/scholarships Applications are due by March 1, 2013Vallely Will Fund ScholarshipSenior students interested in this scholarship should see Mrs. DeBerg or Mr. Moriarty. Students must be planning to enroll in a full-time course of study at an accredited post-secondary institution and must show financial need. Scholarship is also based on grades, leadership, community involvement, work experience, etc. Application deadline is March 5, 2013. South Central College Scholarship ProgramStudents who will be attending South Central College in the fall of 2013 should go to southcentral.edu/scholarships for scholarship information and to fill out an on-line application. Applications due March 8, 2013. Minnesota Twins Community FundDiamond and Dreams Scholarship ProgramThe Minnesota Twins Community Fund Diamonds and Dreams Scholarship Program is designed to support Upper Midwest and Southwest Florida youth in their pursuit of postsecondary education. It is sponsored by the Minnesota Twins Community Fund, a nonprofit organization formed in 1994. Applicants to this scholarship must be 1) U.S. residents residing in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, or southwest Florida; 2) High school seniors who plan to enroll full-time to an accredited two-or four-year college, university, or vocational school. Students planning to participate in a collegiate baseball/softball program should check eligibility and/or scholarship restrictions at their school; 3) must have a minimum GPA of 2.5; and 4) must be participants (player or volunteer) with an organized youth baseball or softball organization. Applications are available in Mrs. DeBerg’s office. Applications are due March 12, 2013.T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood MINNESOTA’s Judy Lindman Memorial Scholars ProgramThe Judy Lindman Memorial Scholars Program is a forgivable loan project of the Minnesota Child Care Resource and Referral Network. The loan is repayable through employment at a legally regulated child are or school age care program located in Minnesota. Eligibility requirements include: 1) high school senior in good standing; 2) high school GPA showing marked effort, improvement, or success; 3) must be planning to enroll in an accredited community and/or technical college in an associate’s degree program majoring in early childhood education or child development; 4) must have a disability or special need; OR be a member of a community of color, migrant, immigrant, or refugee community; OR be an English as a second language learner. For more information about this financial aid opportunity, visit: Applications due March 15, 2013New Ulm Area Sport Fishermen/EE Mecklenberg Environmental ScholarshipAt least one $500 scholarship will be awarded. Students must be planning a career in the environmental field and intend to enroll in an accredited 2 or 4-year university or college. The scholarship check will be disbursed after the recipient has completed the first quarter/semester of college in the fall and shows verification that he/she has earned a minimum 2.250 GPA during the first quarter/semester of college. Students must submit a high school transcript (GPA will be considered, but will not necessarily be a determining factor). Students must submit at least two (no more than three) letters of recommendation. (At least one should be from your school and one from an outside source.) Students must submit a resume showing any environmental work or activities (paid or volunteer) you have done. Students must write an essay (no more than one page) telling us about yourself, why the environment is important to you, and what your future goals are. Applications are due by March 28, 2013.Minnesota Women’s Golf AssociationThis scholarship is a $4,000 per year renewable for four consecutive years which totals $16,000, and it is made available to high school senior girls residing in Minnesota and planning to enroll in a four year college program the year the application is submitted. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of scholastic rating, financial need, and school achievements, leadership, and activities. Although skill or excellence in the game of golf in not a criterion, candidates shall demonstrate an interest or involvement in the sport. The applicant must have a grade point average of 3.2 or above, and a copy of the submitted FAFSA form must be included showing the parents income level for the past year. This must be included when the application is sent or the application will be considered incomplete. Applications are available in Mrs. DeBerg’s office. Application deadline is March 31, 2013 by 4:30 PMAmerican Legion Auxiliary Minnesota Girls State ProgramJune 9-15, 2013Only female students who are finishing the junior year of high school, and who will be seniors in the following term of school are eligible to participate in Girls State. The following qualities are expected of a Girls’ State applicant: 1) must show respect for the American flag and be willing and eager to pledge her allegiance to it; 2) may not have participated as a citizen in any previous session of Girls State; 3) must be physically healthy; 4) must have an above average scholastic standing; 5) must be of high moral character and should have strong leadership skills; and 6)should have an interest in government and current events~Application due March 31, 2013American Legion Minnesota Boys State ProgramJune 9-15, 2013~All expenses paid ~Two junior boys are eligible as representatives to this event~Legion Boys State is a practical training program in local and state government in which selected boys participate in actual learning experiences. ~Eligibility includes the following: 1) being a strong leader, 2) ability to get along with others, 3) enthusiasm, with good personality and character, 4) honesty, 5) interest in citizenship training , and 6) having demonstrated good quality in the classroom and community. ~Interested students need to see Mrs. DeBerg by March 31, 2013. Go to for more information.SFM Foundation ScholarshipRenewable scholarships of $5000 per year for up to four years is available for students whose parent/guardian has been injured or killed in the course of working for a Minnesota or Wisconsin employer. Students must be pursuing a primary college or university degree or vocational education and training from any school within the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System or the University or Wisconsin System. Students must demonstrate financial need. Applications can be downloaded at sfm-Applications due by March 31, 2013Employees of First National Bank ScholarshipA $300 scholarship will be awarded to a senior who 1) has shown interest in the field of business or agricultural business and 2) be a person who strives to excel in community and life and possesses those qualities associated with good citizenship. The recipient must attend a college or vocational school the year following graduation from Springfield Public High School. The scholarship will be awarded after completion of the first semester of college. Children of employee(s) will not be eligible for receipt of this scholarship.Application and essay are due by April 1, 2013Hibbing Community College ScholarshipsStudents interested in attending Hibbing Community College should see Mrs. DeBerg for Scholarship applications. Applications are due by April 1, 2013.Minnnesota Society of Professional Engineers ScholarshipAt least one $500 scholarship available to high school seniors who have a genuine interest in Engineering. Application due by April 1, 2013.Clean Air Choice Biodiesel Essay ScholarshipThe American Lung Association in Minnesota and the Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council are inviting any interested high school seniors to apply for the Clean Air Choice Biodiesel Essay Scholarship. The rules are fairly simple: current high school seniors in the state of Minnesota with plans to attend postsecondary education are eligible to submit a brief (1,000 words or less) essay on the topic of biodiesel. Two scholarships will be awarded. The first place essay writer will receive a $1,000 scholarship; the second place essay writer will receive a $500 scholarship. All essays and application materials must be submitted to the American Lung Association in Minnesota by 4:30pm on Friday, April 5, 2013. The application form and scholarship rules are attached and students can apply for the scholarship online at Mediacal Group Marshall ScholarshipThis $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one student who lives in the service area of Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center and is interested in majoring in a medical related field. The selection criteria includes the following: 1) the student must be in the upper half of the graduating class; 2) must have at least a 3.0 grade point average; and 3) msut be accepted into a college or university with the intent to major in a medical-related field. Application are available in Mrs. DeBerg’s office. Application deadline is April 10, 2013. Joseph J. Schneider & Katherine Schneider Family Trust Scholarship~Available to high school student(s) who will graduate or any student who has graduated from the Springfield Public High School. ~Financial need will be the main criteria for this scholarship award. Applications are in Mrs. DeBerg’s office or at F & M Bank. Application deadline is April 15, 2013.Sylvester Schunk Educational Scholarship~The Sylvester Schunk Educational Scholarship committee will award scholarships to high school or college students enrolled at an institution of higher education.? To be a qualified applicant you need to have a Sanborn or Springfield address and be a full time student.? The?scholarship is open to any field; however, Sylvester’s priority is in the agricultural field.? ~Two recommendations are required:? One from a clergy member at your church and the other from your school counselor or principal.? Please allow these people ample time to fill out recommendations.? ~High School Applications are available from Mrs. DeBerg.? College applications must be picked up at F & M Bank.? ~Application deadline is April 15, 2013.Model College of Hair DesignAny senior who may be interested in Cosmetology should see Mrs. DeBerg regarding a Model College of Hair Design Tuition Grant.JUNIORS: Minnesota Association of TownshipsAwarding up to four $1000 scholarshipsApplicants must be a junior in public, private, home school, or parochial high school who is planning to attend a college, university, or vocational schoolMust complete an application form and a written essay discussing the topic: “What type of local ordinances could be helpful in combating invasive species and what role should township residents play in enacting and funding local ordinances? ”Essays must be between 450-500 words, and must be typed and double-spaced.Applications are available at the school counselor’s office.Applications are due May 1, 20132013 Minnesota Athletes in Sports Medicine Scholarship Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists, the Women’s Orthopaedic Center, and Abbott Northwestern Hospital are proud to present the 5th annual Minnesota Athletes in Sports Medicine Scholarship. Two $2,500.00 scholarships are available and will be awarded to one male and one female student athlete who intend to pursue a professional career in sports medicine.Qualified candidates should demonstrate leadership, be actively involved in their community and interscholastic sports and achieve academic success.Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists and Abbott Northwestern HospitalMinnesota Athletes in Sports Medicine Scholarship criteria:Graduating high school senior male from the state of Minnesota.Planning on attending a four-year college or university.Involved in an interscholastic sport each of their 4 years in high school.Intending to major in a field related to sports medicine.Application Deadline: Must be post marked by May 1, 2012Women’s Orthopaedic Center and Abbott Northwestern HospitalMinnesota Athletes in Sports Medicine Scholarship criteria:Graduating high school senior female from the state of Minnesota.Planning on attending a four-year college or university.Involved in an interscholastic sport each of their 4 years in high school.Intending to major in a field related to sports medicine.Application Deadline: Must be post marked by May 1, 2013 BigSun Scholarship...2013The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. In order to do our part it is offering an annual $500 scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in.To apply please send a short essay answering the following 3 part question:What are your most important extracurricular or community activities??? What made you join these activities?? What made you continue to contribute to them?All student athletes are eligible regardless of the sport they are engaged in. The student must be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute. All essay submissions should be sent to: athleticawards@ The winner will be notified within 2 weeks and the name of the winner will be posted on this website at that time. The award is mailed within 2 weeks of the deadline. The deadline for this scholarship is June 21, 2013.2013 James J. Wychor ScholarshipThe Minnesota Broadcasters Association (MBA) will award up to ten $1500 scholarships to qualified Minnesota residents who meet the following criteria: ~Students must be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary educational institution~Students must be majoring in or taking courses in the following areas:computer science/technology; electrical engineering; electronics technology; broadcasting such as advertising/sales; web/social media development; entertainment programming; marketing and promotions, news reporting and administrative support; and/or closely related fields.~Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 GPA~Applications due June 30, 2013 ................
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