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Scholarship Descriptions for many of the LCPSand some Regional Scholarships listed in Naviance Organized by DUE DATE (not alphabetical)Due Feb 13,2020Apple Federal Credit Union Scholarships.? This organization will award 20, $5,000 scholarships to students who will graduate from high school in 2020 and are Apple Federal Credit Union members.? Two-year and Four-year scholarships are offered.?? Applicants must be members of Apple Federal Credit Union.? Visit any branch to join.? Applicants must be a 2020 high school graduate.? Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or above for the four-year scholarship; or, 2.5 or above for the two-year scholarships.? Applications must be completed online and can be found at:? .? Deadline for this scholarship is February 13, 2020.Due Feb 19,2020Virginia State Golf Association – VIP Scholarship Foundation Scholarship.? This scholarship is open to provide college assistance to young men and women with an interest in golf.? New this year, 25% of this scholarship money awarded can go to children of VSGA member club employees or high school seniors working at VSGA member clubs.? The online application can be found at .? DueFeb23,2020AKA-ECF–Lambda Kappa Omega–Kozy Kap and Kerchief College Scholarship This scholarship is offered to a graduating senior (US citizen) who will be a full-time college student starting Fall, 2020. Applicant must reside in the Washington, Metropolitan “DMV” area. Applicant or their parent must have been diagnosed and treated for cancer in the past five years. A Diagnosis Letter must be included. Applicant must a member of the graduating class of 2020. Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Applicant must have demonstrated leadership ability in school and/or community. A current official transcript that includes the most recent grades is required. Two letters of recommendation (one must be from a counselor or teacher) is required. Documentation of diagnosis is required. Parent/Guardian contact information must be included. A 200-250-word essay in response to the following prompt: How has a cancer diagnosis affected your life, values, and/or career goals? Application packages must be postmarked to ECF Education Director, Attn: Kozy Kerchief and Kozy Kap, P.O. Box 862, Merrifield, VA 22116 or electronically to: ecflkogrants@ by due date.DueFeb27,2020The Dream.US National Scholarships are for highly motivated DREAMers who want nothing more than to get a college education but are unable to afford the cost.? An award will cover your tuition and fees up to a maximum of $14,500 for an associate degree and $29,000 for a bachelor’s degree, at one of the Partner Colleges (Virginia- NOVA and George Mason). The award can be renewed each year if the awardee meets the continuing eligibility requirements. ?Applicants must be a graduating senior with a high school or GED diploma or a community college associate degree by the end of the 2020 Spring term; Have a current DACA to TPS authorization or you meet TheDream.US immigration eligibility criteria; and Applicant must qualify for in-state tuition at one of our public Partner Colleges.? Applicant must have come to the United States before the age of 16; Have continuously resided in the United States since November 1, 2014 up to the present time and have had no lawful status; Are currently in high school or have graduated from a United States high school or obtained a general education development (GED) certificate from a United States Program and have not be convicted of a felony, significant misdemeanor, or three or more other misdemeanors in the categories which would have disqualified you for DACA, and do not otherwise pose a threat to national security or public safety. Applicant must have significant unmet financial need; must have graduated or will graduate from high school or earn GED diploma by the end of 2019-20 academic year or have already graduated or earned GED diploma; applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent GED score.? A copy of your official or unofficial high school transcript showing grades and cumulative GPA through Fall, 2019, or high school equivalency diploma, SAT or ACT test scored (if you have taken and received scores, and a transcript for any community college credits earned after high school is required. You must apply to your 1st choice college before the scholarship application deadline of February 27, 2020. Applicants must complete application which can be found at: by due date.DueFeb28,2020LCPS – DC Chapter of National Naval Officers Association This organization distributes awards scholarships starting at $1,000 to minority youth from the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area based on academic achievement, positive community involvement, commitment, and financial need. Scholarship recipients select their major and attend the college or university of their choice without any obligation to join or affiliate with the military, unless stipulated by the scholarship sponsor.? An applicant needs to submit only one application form and he or she will be considered for any of our scholarships for which they meet the requirements. If selected, a student can only receive one scholarship.? A complete application package consists of:? Application Form; Transcript (use the attached transcript request form to obtain an official copy); A listing of extracurricular activities, community service activities, academic honors, and positions of leadership; Statement of financial need and/or special circumstances (limit 1 page); Two letters of recommendation from school officials or other persons of influence in life, other than relatives, who are in a position to address character, citizenship, and leadership; and, Recent photograph (wallet size, high quality if possible).? An electronic copy of the application form can be downloaded by accessing the following link:? .? NOTE:? Students selected to receive a DCNNOA scholarship will be notified directly via telephone call. Please ensure an active telephone number is listed for you on your application form.? Deadline:? Mailed application packages, including official transcripts, must be postmarked by February 28, 2020 and addressed to:? DCNNOA Scholarship Program, P.O. Box 30784, Alexandria, VA 22310 or emailed to both Stephen.Wiliams@navy.mil and diedraware@.? DueFeb28,2020LCPS – Psi Rho Omega Merit Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to a high school senior of African-American descent who is a resident of Loudoun County, Virginia and is graduating from a high school, virtual school or home school within or outside of Loudoun County and pursuing higher education at an accredited institution of higher learning.? All applicants must complete an on-line application and submit via email an official transcript, two letters of recommendation (one must be from a teacher or school counselor), and a 300-word essay on how your culture played a role in your personal experience in leading change, overcoming challenges and leadership development while being a student in Loudoun County?? The online application can be found at:? .? Complete application package must be time stamped by February 28, 2020, 11:59 p.mDueMar1,2020LCPS - Storer College National Alumni Assoc.-Virginia Union Univ. – A $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to one or two students from accredited high schools in Jefferson, Berkeley Counties, West Virginia and/or Loudoun County, Virginia.? To be considered for the scholarship, the applicant must enroll in Virginia Union University as a full-time freshman for the fall semester, 2020.? The applicant must be involved in activities that demonstrate leadership, character and community service.? Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.1.? A complete application package must be submitted that consists of a completed application, a letter of recommendation from a teacher or faculty member in your school, a letter of recommendation from an official as proof of public service involvement and a copy of the applicant’s high school transcript that includes SAT or ACT scores with the official school seal. *Relatives may not provide references.? The application package must be postmarked by March 1, 2020 and sent to:? Storer College National Alumni Association, P.O. Box 867, Harpers Ferry, West Virginia 25425DueMar2,2020The Air Force Officers’ Spouses’ Club Scholarship? This scholarship is offered to eligible USAF dependent children who are graduating seniors that will begin undergraduate studies in the 2019-20 school year.? Applicants must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA.? Applicants should complete the application and essay, following the directions on page two of the application.? A high school transcript including copy of classes for the first semester of senior year must be included.? Copy of SAT/ACT scores and one reference letter.? Complete application packet must be postmarked no later than March 2, 2020.? Information and questions may be answered on the website: ?.? ?DueMar2,2020LCPS - Virginia Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts Scholarships – This scholarship is to promote the education of Virginia citizens in technical fields with natural resource conservation and environmental protection and give financial support to students majoring in or showing a strong desire to major in a course curriculum related to natural resource conservation and/or environmental studies.? Applicants must be full-time students enrolled in or who have applied to a college freshman level curriculum.? Applicants must document by official school transcript accompanying the application a class ranking in the top 20% of his/her graduating class or a 3.0 or greater GPA.? Applicants shall demonstrate active interest in conservation.? Complete application packages must be submitted by the deadline of March 2, 2020 to Loudoun SWCD, Attention: Jennifer Venable, 30 Catoctin Circle, SE, Suite 218, Leesburg, VA 20175Due Mar12,2020Lockheed Martin STEM Scholarship - Applicant must be a US citizen and a graduating high school senior, or current college freshman or sophomore with a cumulative 2.5 or higher GPA.? Applicant must be planning to enroll full-time at an accredited four-year college or university in the U.S. and majoring or planning to major in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Math, Physics, Information Systems/Management Information Systems or Information Assurance.? Applicant must demonstrate financial need. Awards are for undergraduate study only.? Provided there are qualified applicants, an effort will be made to give preference to applicants who:? have demonstrated leadership capabilities (evidenced by volunteerism, mentoring younger students, STEM-focused extracurricular activities, work experience), and have a compelling personal story and/or family circumstances such as being a member of a military family.? Online applications can be found at:? Mar12,2020Lockheed Martin Vocational Scholarship - Applicant must be a US citizen and a graduating high school seniors or undergraduate student who plans to pursue a major in engineering or computer science.? Applicant must be planning to enroll full-time at an accredited vocational technical school, trade school, two-year community college or state college.? The applicant must be planning to pursue a degree or vocational-technical certificate in one of the specified areas of study.? Applicant must have a demonstrated financial need and come from underrepresented or underserved community.? Applicants must complete the online application, provide a school transcript and information about extra-curricular activities, and certify via signature that they meet the eligibility requirements.? Contact information will be needed for one reference who will then complete an online application form.? The online application can be found at:? .? DueMar15, 2020LCPS – IET Diversity Scholars Program – Institute of Transportation Engineers - The purpose of this program is to increase underrepresented population participation in the transportation profession by supporting increased diversity at the undergraduate level.? The program is open to any US high school student of African-American; Native American; Alaskan and Hawaiian; or Hispanic/Latino heritage with an interest in a career in transportation and seeking to study transportation engineering, planning, or in a related field at a school with an established ITE Student Chapter (Virginia Tech was the only Virginia school listed: ).? Applicants must have a high school GPA of 3.0 and minim ACT math score of 19 or SAT math score of 510.? Additional preference is given to first generation college student and low household income (Pell Grants will be given priority but those not eligible will still be considered).? Complete information and the application can be found at:? .? DueMar15,2020LCPS - Army Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Greater Washington Area – Applicant must be a high school senior who is the son or daughter of an active member of ASCGWA before the application is submitted.? Applicant must be attending or plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in a degree program for the 2020-21 academic year.? Applicant and their sponsors must live in a city or county in the Greater Washington designated area.? Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.? A completed application signed by the applicant and sponsor must be submitted.? The following items must be included after the application in the following order - an official transcript; the applicants SAT/ACT scores if they are not reported on the transcript; a separate sheet/s which provide names of college to which applicant has been accepted and any others which the applicant applied, if the applicant has attended more than one high school because of reassignments, a list of the names and locations of the high schools attended, a list of awards or activities showing academic achievement, community involvement and leadership potential; an essay of no more than two double-spaced pages to answer, “How has your experience as a military family member influenced your decision to pursue a college education?”; and, one letter of recommendation from a school official, counselor, teacher, present or former employer or community letter in a sealed envelope.? The letter should include an address and telephone number at which the person writing the letter can be reached and should identify the applicant by name once in the introduction of the letter and then use he/she through out the remainder of the letter.? The application and complete requirements can be found at:? .? The complete application package must be sent in the requested order in the envelope and postmarked by March 15, 2020.DueMar15,2020LCPS - Northwest Federal Credit Union Scholarships – Five different scholarships are offered from Northwest Federal Credit Union.? 1. Ben DeFelice:? Be the primary account Holder of an NFCU account for the past year.? 2. CIRA:? Be the child or grandchild of an active duty or retired CIA employee and be the primary account holder of an NWFCU account.? 3. Financial Awareness Network (FAN): Be the primary account holder for the past year and live in the prescribed area of Northern Virginia.? 4. Need Based: Be a student who can demonstrate strong financial need, have a letter of recommendation from either Mobile Hope or Second Story, and must have applied for a NWFCU account.? 5. CTE:? Be a student who is pursuing a Career and Technical Education training program, have a letter of recommendation from either Mobile Hope or Second Story, and must have applied for a NWFCU account. ? Applicants must complete the application by answering all questions and submitted required information as requested for each scholarship.? For further information and link for online application, please see the website: ?.? Deadline for the scholarship is March 15, 2020 at Noon.DueMar 16, 2020LCPS - The Jewel College Scholarship offered by the Joyce-Gillespie-Harrington Education and Charitable Foundation is open to high school graduating seniors from Northern Virginia and in the Greater Metropolitan DC area.? Applicant must complete and submit the application form which can be found on the LCPS website or at .? Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and should demonstrate a need for financial assistance for college.? Applicant must write a two-page, double-spaced essay describing “Who am I, and what this scholarship will mean to me”.? Two letters of recommendation are required along with a transcript.? A detailed description of community service and volunteer activities are required.? This scholarship may be sent to the donor by online application form, email to EDUCATION@, or by mail.? DueMar 22,2020LCPS - No VA Business and Professional Women’s Club Scholarship -This scholarship is open to female graduating seniors of African-American descent from the Northern Virginia area.? Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher and exemplifies exceptional community service involvement.? A completed application form; a letter of acceptance from college or university (if not available at this time it must be presented at the time of award); an official high school transcript; two letters of recommendation (with one letter from a teacher or counselor); a complete list of community service involvement; an essay of 300 words, that is typed describing “the importance of visionary women” being sure to highlight their accomplishments and your visions of your future; standardized testing scores (SAT and/or ACT); and, an electronic photograph in semi-professional attire.? Completed application must be emailed by 11:59 p.m., March 22, 2020 to novabpwscholarships@.DueMar23,2020LCPS - Community Foundation for Northern Virginia–Booz Allen Hamilton Vision Scholarship - 5 @ $3,000 per year, renewable for up to four years – This scholarship? is open to legal dependent children of full-time and part-time Booz Allen Hamilton staff members residing anywhere in the world.? Applicants must be between the ages of 16 and 25 and demonstrate superior achievement, character, citizenship, loyalty, integrity, participation in extracurricular activities.? Applicant must reside with parents or be otherwise financially dependent on them and be enrolled in or have been accepted for enrolment in undergraduate degree programs at accredited college or university in the United States.? Information and application can be found at:? Mar25,2020BWH-Alpha Delta Kappa – Alpha Tau Scholarship.?The scholarship is open to female graduating high school seniors interested in a career in education.? Applicants must demonstrate a high academic performance, integrity, and leadership in high school and community activities.? A typed, double spaced essay of a minimum of 300 words on “A Teacher Who Influenced My Life and Why” must be included. ?Another typed, double spaced essay of 300 words on “Why I want to Be a Teacher” must also be included.? One teacher recommendation must be submitted.? An official high school transcript must be a part of the scholarship package.? Recipients of each scholarship must be accepted and plan to attend an accredited college or university.? The sponsors application form must be used.? Incomplete application packages will not be considered.? Application packages must be submitted to the high school Career Center Assistant by the due date.Due Mar 25, 2020LCPS- Loudoun Education Association Scholarship. Criteria is as follows:Open to graduating seniors who are interested in teaching in public education. Applicants must complete application form. Transcript must be included in application package. Applicants must include one letter of recommendation from a teacher who has taught the student in LCPS, in any grade along with a phone number for that teacher (home or work). Applicant must include an essay of two hundred words (no more than one page), double spaced in 12-point font including the applicant's educational goals and why you want to teach in public education. Also included in essay must be an explanation of why you need and will benefit from the plete application package must not be folded or stapled. Application package must be sent through US Mail to:Loudoun Education AssociationScholarship Committee19465 Deerfield Avenue, Suite 206Lansdowne, VA 20176Due Mar 25,2020LCPS – Loudoun Retired Educators Association Scholarship - This organization is offering four, $1,000 scholarships to applicants that are Loudoun County graduating seniors interested in a career in public education.? The applicant must include extracurricular activities, school honors, and community service and activities.? An essay of two hundred words, (no more than one page) on Why I have Chosen Teaching in Public Education as a Career is required.? Two letters of recommendation, one from a teacher is required.? Applicants must have a grade point average of 2.5 or better and include a transcript with the application package.? Deadline for this application is March 25, 2020 to be submitted to the Career Center Assistant at the high school, who will in turn forward on to District School Counseling Office.? DueMar 25,2020LCPS-Loudoun County Deputy Sheriff’s Association Scholarship to Naviance.? Applicants for this scholarship must be a graduating senior from a Loudoun County high school.? The applicant must intend to pursue a degree in Law Enforcement or public service-related field.? Academic and extracurricular performance, achievements, community service and leadership in high school are a part of the application.? An applicant must show financial need and include their FAFSA or SAR information at a part of the scholarship package.? The completed scholarship package must be returned to Career Center Assistant by the due date.? Due Mar25, 2020LCPS-Master Singers of Virginia is offering one, $1,000 scholarship.? Applicants for this scholarship must be a graduating Senior from a Loudoun County Public School and accepted to an institute of higher learning.? The applicant planned field of study must relate to vocal music and may include vocal performance, choral conducting, or choral music education.? Letters of recommendation from music teachers (high school or private music teachers) and choral directors are encouraged.? A copy of the student’s FASA or SAR are required.? Complete application packages must be mailed to the donor by the due date.Due Mar25, 2020LCPS – Loudoun County Beat the Odds Scholarships have been added to the Naviance system.? The scholarships are open to applicants that are current residents of Loudoun County and on track to meet the requirements for a high school diploma at the end of the current school year.? Applicants must have maintained a grade point average that demonstrated a marked improvement or continuing success, while participating in activities, either formal or information which are helpful to other such as volunteering, community service, taking responsibility for other family members, or earning part of the family’s income.? He/She must have persevered despite significant hardships such as poverty, disability, severe physical or mental illness, abuse, homelessness, personal tragedy, past criminal or delinquent behavior, or addiction involving themselves or a family member.? The applicant or someone in their immediate family or household received on or more services from one of the agencies listed on the application.? A personal statement (not to exceed two pages) must be included.? A letter of recommendation in a sealed envelope from a teacher, school counselor, coach or school activity leader with knowledge of how the applicant has overcome adversity or hardship.? A copy of the applicant’s high school transcript must be included along with a completed “Beat the Odds” scholarship application.? A copy of the applicant’s FAFSA, SAR or other student aid application if applicable should also be included, if applicable.? A copy of all letters of acceptance from the college, university, or vocational school the applicant intends to attend and the status of any pending applications. ??The completed scholarship package must be sent to:? Beat the Odds Scholarship Program, P.O. Box 134, Leesburg, VA? 20178 by the due date.Due Mar25, 2020LCPS – Gavin Rupp “I Promise 15” Scholarships from Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties.? The applicants for this scholarship must be a graduating senior from a Loudoun County high school with a least a 3.0 GPA.? Applicants for this scholarship must be seeking a career in allied health medicine with a preference for students who seek a career in pediatric care and/or pediatric cancer treatment (oncology).? A 250-300 word essay sharing why you seek to be a healthcare professional is required.? The application package must also contain a completed Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties application form along with a sealed recommendation letter and copy of a completed financial aid form or FAFSA or a copy of IRS Form 1040.? A copy of an official high school or college transcript is required.? A listing of other scholarships applied for or received and letters from colleges, universities, vocational schools accepting applicant for enrollment or letters acknowledging receipt of application is also required.? The complete application package must be received by March 25, 2020 at CFLNFC, 714 East Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176.Due Mar25, 2020LCPS – Debbie Settle Scholarship Foundation from Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties.? The applicants for this scholarship must be a graduating senior from a Loudoun County high school with at least a 3.0 GPA.? Applicants must intend to study and undertake a future career in music performance or music education, with some emphasis on seeking to pursue choral leadership such as choral directing, choral education and choral performance.? Applicants must include an essay of 250-300 words sharing “how you seek to inspire others through a career in music”.? The application package must also contain a completed Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties application form along with a sealed recommendation letter and copy of a completed financial aid form or FAFSA or a copy of IRS Form 1040.? A copy of an official high school or college transcript is required.? A listing of other scholarships applied for or received and letters from colleges, universities, vocational schools accepting applicant for enrollment or letters acknowledging receipt of application is also required.? The complete application package must be received by March 25, 2020 at CFLNFC, 714 East Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176.? Due Mar25, 2020LCPS – Loudoun Association of School Librarians (LASL) Scholarship is now active on Naviance.? Applicants must be a graduating senior from a LCPS high school that has been accepted to a fully accredited college or university with the intention to major in education.? The applicant must demonstrate high standards of character and citizenship and has demonstrated interest in fellow students and community. A high school transcript must be included in the scholarship package.? The applicant must have a recommendation by a librarian or teacher in LCPS (in a sealed envelope).? Applications will not be considered unless all components are complete.? Entire application package must be returned to the Career Center Assistant at applicant’s high school by due date.Due Mar25, 2020Loudoun Soccer Scholarship is open to graduating seniors with recipients selected based on volunteerism (within Loudoun Soccer and the soccer community), other volunteerism, extracurricular activities, and need.? Applicants must submit a completed application, certified transcript and two letters of reference (one of which should be from an adult active Loudoun Soccer coach, director, staff, etc.).? Application packages must be postmarked on or before due date.Due Mar25, 2020LCPS – Loudoun Education Foundation - Elaine Avington Griffin Unsung Educators Scholarship.? This scholarship is open to a graduating senior with a parent or guardian who is a current classified employee of Loudoun County Public Schools in one of the following positions:? Custodial, Food Service; Maintenance; Transportation or Warehouse.? The employee must have been in a qualifying position for at least five consecutive years.? The funds may be used for any form of post-secondary education including technical and trade schools and will be paid directly to the educational institution.? A copy of the applicant’s FAFSA or SAR is required.? Entire application package must be returned to the Career Center Assistant at applicant’s high school by March 25, 2020.Due Mar25, 2020LCPS – Virginia Tech Alumni Association Scholarship is offering their scholarships to those graduating seniors that plan to and are accepted to Virginia Tech University.? Students applying for this scholarship need to show financial need.? A copy of the FAFSA or SAR is required.? A copy of the applicant’s transcript is also required. ?Application packages are to be turned in to the Career Center by the deadline of March 25, 2020.? Please note that if a winner decides not to attend Virginia Tech, they automatically lose the scholarship.Due Mar25, 2020LCPS – Madison Small Scholarships ?– 3 @ $1,000 – Applicant must be a graduating senior from a Loudoun County Public Schools high school.? The applicant must demonstrate good citizenship while making outstanding and lasting contributions to their school and the community.? A demonstrated high level of integrity, leadership and involvement while actively participating in high school and community activities is required.? The recipient of each scholarship must be accepted to and attend a college, university, technical school, business school, or any other accredited learning center.? Application package to be turned in to the Career Center Assistant in the School Counseling Department at each high school and will be sent as a group to the Administration Building.?Due Mar25, 2020LCPS - Dulles International Airport Rotary–LeRoy Collins Memorial Scholarship – The scholarship is now open for graduating seniors.? Applicants must be attending an in-state college or university and a legal resident of Virginia.? The applicant must supply three (3) letters of recommendation and provide a transcript.? Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.? Consideration will be given to applicants who are first in their family to attend college but this is not mandatory? Applicants must provide statement verifying financial need.? Applicants must disclose where they have applied for other scholarships and if they have received scholarships from other sources.? Candidates will be evaluated by need, community service and grade point average.? Scholarship monies awarded must be used in the applicant’s freshman? year at college.? A complete application package must be submitted to the Career Center Assistant at your high school by the due date.DueMar25, 2020LCPS – JP Popovich #JustkeePswimming Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship is being offered to graduating seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale; Applicants must be a US citizen or permanent resident; Applicant must reside in Loudoun County and will matriculate full-time at a US accredited four-year college or university within the US beginning the fall semester or quarter of 2020.? Applicants must complete application; submit an official transcript; complete essay; demonstrate participation in community service; and, be an active member of their high school or club swimming team.? Complete application packages must be submitted to the Career Center Assistant on or before due date.Due Mar25, 2020LCPS-Dr. Juergen Reinhardt Memorial Scouting Scholarship is offering one scholarship of $1,000.? Applicant must be a graduating senior who plans to pursue additional education beginning in the Fall of 2020.? The applicant must be a resident of Loudoun County, Virginia.? The applicant must be registered in the Boy Scouts of America or Girl Scouts of America as an active member of a troop/Explorer post.? The applicant must demonstrate a commitment to education, Scouting and the community.? The complete application package must be returned to the donor by the due date.Due Mar25, 2020LCPS - Leesburg Garden Club - is offering one scholarship of $1,000 to a graduating senior from a Loudoun County high school, Academies of Loudoun, or Douglass School.? The applicant must be pursuing a degree in Environmental Biology, Horticulture, Environmental Studies, Conservation, or related area of study.? Applicants must submit a minimum of one page, double-spaced letter expressing dedication to the degree pursued.? Financial need is a requirement so applicants must include a FAFSA or SAR.? Applicants must have one letter of recommendation.? Applicants must have at least a 2.9 GPA.? A transcript is required.? Completed application packages must be postmarked by March 25, 2020 and mailed directly to:? Leesburg Garden Club, c/o Susan H. Rogers, 15555 Second Street, P.O. Box 346, Waterford, VA? 20197Due Mar26, 2020The LCPS - Jeffrey C. Fowler Memorial Scholarship – at least 1 at $1,000, will be offered again this year.? Applicants for this scholarship must be a graduating senior from a LCPS high school and planning to become a full-time student at an accredited college or university.? The applicant must carry at least a 2.5 grade point average.? A 500 word essay on “How My Passion for Sports Has Influenced My Life” must be completed as part of the application.? Two letters of recommendation from teachers, coaches or administrators must be submitted as digital PDF file to the recommendation portal.? The applicant must complete and submit the online application form by the deadline date of March 26, 2020.? Information and the online application form can be found at .? Due Mar 27,2020LCPS – WISER (Washington Independent Services for Educational Resources) Scholarship - 2 @ $1,500 for college bound high school senior living and attending school in the DC/MD/VA metro area.? Applicant must have a documented learning challenge.? Applicant must demonstrate leadership through community service.? ?A complete application package must include a letter of documentation of learning challenge(s), completed application form including short answer responses and a letter of recommendation form school counselor, teacher, or community service project supervisor.? Deadline for this scholarship is before 10:00 p.m. on March 27, 2020.Due Mar31, 2020LCPS – Loudoun First Responders Scholarship - These scholarships are offered to graduating seniors from a high school or secondary school inside or outside Loudoun County and are children of first responders who work for or are active volunteers for Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue Systems, Loudoun County Sheriff’s Department, any of the incorporated town police departments within Loudoun County, and Loudoun County Animal Services. (“Active volunteer” is defined as those first responders who in the year preceding the year in which their child or children apply for a scholarship accumulated 80 or more “points” in the Loudoun County retirement system as a result of their volunteer service) or seniors who volunteered for the Loudoun Fire and Rescue or Leesburg Police Explorer Post #1401 with the participation required by the scholarship criteria.? Applicants must complete the application.? Official certified transcripts must be provided and if they are not available electronically, please male to Loudoun First Responders Foundation, Inc., 24876 Helms Terrace, Aldie, VA? 20105.? Two letters or recommendation are required.? Any applicable Proof of Volunteerism is requested.? The application can be located through Naviance or they donor’s website:? . ? Due Mar 31,2020Legacy of Life Essay Scholarship-up to $5,000, is open for graduating seniors to participate.? Applicants must write a persuasive essay that educates, then motivates, and audience to become registered organ, eye and tissue donors.? Applicants must complete and entry form and included in?your submission as a separate attachment.? Complete rules and Entry Form can be found at: ?.? ? Deadline for this scholarship is 11:59 p.m., March 31, 2019.Due Mar 31,2020Legacy of Life Video Scholarship, up to $5,000 is open for graduating seniors to participate.? Applicants must produce a video that educates, then motivates, and audience to become registered organ, eye and tissue donors.? Applicants must complete and entry form and included in?your submission as a separate attachment.? Complete rules and Entry Form can be found at: ?.? Deadline for this scholarship is 11:59 p.m., March 31, 2019.Due Mar31, 2020LCPS – Sigma Mu Mu Chapter 942 Scholarship - Intending to award six (6) academic scholarships to deserving Loudoun County high school, college-bound students except for sons and daughters of Sigma Mu Mu members. Applicants must complete the entire application and sign the certification at the end of the application. Three letters of recommendation are required with at least one from a school faculty member who can attest to your academic work, community service and personal character. If mailing your application package, including in a sealed envelope an official or unofficial transcript to: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., c/o. Sigma Mu Mu Chapter Scholarship Committee, PO Box 2538, Ashburn, VA 20146. Online submission will expedite the processing or your application and can be found at: .? Deadline for this scholarship is that all applications must be submitted (postmarked) by Tuesday, March 31, 2020.?DueMar31, 2020LCPS - Virginia State University Alumni Assoc. Scholarship – This scholarship is offered to those students who have been accepted to Virginia State University.? Applicants must submit a copy of their Acceptance letter along with completed application.? Applicant must be a GPA of 2.5 or greater as verified by a copy of their high school transcript.? Applicants must demonstrate leadership ability and/or community involvement.? A demonstrated economic need as verified by your Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA.? Two letters of recommendation, one from a counselor or teacher and one from a church or community leader.? An essay of 250-3000 words on “Other than earning a degree, what do? you hope to accomplish in college?” is required.? Application packages may be emailed to Gladys Fitzhugh-Pemberton at vsuaa.nova@ or sent to the address on the application material and postmarked by the deadline date of March 31, 2020.Due Apr1,2020Naval Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Washington, DC Scholarship for High School Seniors.? Applicants of this scholarships must be a dependent child of an active duty or deceased United State Navy (USN) service member.? The applicant must be a U.S. citizen and possess a valid military dependent identification card.? Applicants must have complete sponsor’s information.?? Complete application package must include:? completed and signed application; Essay; High School Transcripts; Signed Privacy Statement; Signed Publicity Statement; High School Information Sheet; Letter of Recommendation from a teacher; and, if applicable – Official College Transcripts for Dual Enrollment.? DueApr1,2020Esperanza Education Fund Scholarship – Open to graduating seniors from DC, Maryland or Virginia.? Applicants must have been born outside the United States or have two parents born outside the United States.? Applicant must enroll full-time in an accredited community college, public college or university in 2020-2021.? On-line application must be completed.? Two letters of recommendation are required.? Applicant must complete two essays.? Additional information can be found at: ?.? DueApr1,2020LCPS – Army Emergency Relief – MG James Ursano Scholarship Program – This scholarship was established as a secondary mission to help Army families with undergraduate college expenses for their dependent children.? Student must be a dependent of a Soldier on federal active duty, a retired Soldier, or a deceased active or deceased retired Soldier.? Student must be registered in DEERS.? Student must be under the age of 24.? Student must remain unmarried for the entire academic year.? Student must not be a member of the National Guard, Reserves, or other military branch.? Student must be enrolled, accepted, or pending acceptance as a full-time Student in an accredited post-secondary or vocational institution.? Student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.? Student may not already be fully funded by other sources.? Online application can be found at:? Integration Professionals (VIP) Women in Technology Scholarship (WITS) – is open to women students who are enrolled at, or accepted into, either a two- or four-year college or?university within the US for the 2020-21 school year.? Eligible women students must be planning a career in computer science, information technology, management information systems, or another related field.? Applicant must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher.? An essay question is provided on the application which must have a response of no more than 1500 words.? An Applicant Summary is required – a short (200-500 word) person statement expressing how experiences – academics, extracurricular activities, work or internship opportunities – are shaping?your educational and career goals.? Community Service and Extracurricular Activities - provide pertinent information related to your involvement such as role and responsibilities, duration of participation, leadership positions held, and any other information you think important.? An unofficial high school and/or college transcript must be provided.? Deadline:? Applications must be emailed (WITS@) or postmarked by April 1, 2020.DueApr1,2020Hampton University Alumni Association of Northern Virginia is offering the James and Leila Freeman Scholarship.? Applicant must be a resident of the Northern Virginia Area and have at least a 2.8 GPA on a 4.0 scale.? A complete scholarship application with a current official, sealed, high school transcript is required along with one personnel recommendation.? Applicant must complete a short essay, not to exceed 500 words.? Application packages must be postmarked by April 1, 2020 and mailed to NOVA NHAA, Inc., Attn: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 1082, Alexandria, VA 22313.DueApr2,2020LCPS - Community Foundation for Northern Virginia-Ashworth Grogan Scholarships – 3 @ $5,000 - This scholarship was established to benefit high school seniors residing in Northern Virginia and college students at Northern Virginia Community College advancing their education through a pursuit of an advanced certification or degree in the fields of education and health.? Applicants must have a high school transcript with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.? A FAFSA must be included.? A brief essay regarding the applicant’s financial need, academic goals, how the scholarship will help to advance their educational goals, and what other financial aid (scholarships, loans, work study, etc.) have been awarded to the applicant.? Application can be found at:? .? DueApr2,2020LCPS - Community Foundation for Northern Virginia–Charles Homer Barton Memorial Scholarship – 5 @ $4,000 – This scholarship is open to legally dependent children of police officers or sheriff’s deputies who are employed by the Fairfax County, VA Police Department, The Loudoun County VA Sheriff’s Office, and the Police Departments in Leesburg, Middleburg, and Purcellville.? Primary attention will be given to children of police officers who have been killed in the line of duty.? The scholarship is for undergraduate education at a two- or four-year accredited college or university.? The scholarship committee will consider both academic achievement and community service.? Information and the application can be found at:? .? DueApr2,2020Community Foundation for Northern Virginia – Elizabeth Koury Scholarship – 2 @ $5,000 – renewable for up to 4 years upon meeting criteria – This scholarship is open to Northern Virginia high school seniors, demonstrate financial need and plan to enter the field of medicine.? Selection committee will consider academic achievement, financial need, dedication to the field of medicine, and community service.? Applicants must complete an online application found at: ?? and submit transcripts from all high schools attended and a copy of FAFSA or SAR.?DueApr2,2020Community Foundation for Northern Virginia – Rose Koury Scholarship – 2 @ $5,000 – renewable for up to 4 years upon meeting criteria – This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who live in Northern Virginia, demonstrate financial need and plan to pursue a career in education.? Selection committee will consider academic achievement, financial need, dedication to the field of education, and community service.? Applicants must complete an online application and submit transcripts from all high schools attended and copy of FAFSA or SAR.? Applicants must complete an online application found at: Foundation for Northern Virginia –Vance International, Inc. Scholarship – 2 @ $500-$2,000 – This scholarship is for men and women who seek a career in law enforcement or private security including studies in the administration of justice.? Applicants must be a resident of Northern Virginia.? A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required.? Applicants may attend accredited universities as full-time or part-time students.? Applicants must complete an online application found at:? ?, and submit transcripts from all high schools attended.?DueApr5,2020The D.C. Area Phi Betta Kappa will present an award for $1,000 to three students who display sustained interest in the liberal arts and sciences, love of learning, and civic responsibility. The applicant must be a graduating high school senior with a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.? The applicant must show a commitment to the values and mission of Phi Beta Kappa, including academic achievement, community involvement/service, and a dedication to the liberal arts and sciences.? Upon selection, the student must provide a letter of acceptance from his/her chosen college or university.? The application can be accessed on at:? or on Formstack:? .? If you are unable to access the electronic application, please email Mackenzie Fusco at awards@ to receive a Word document version.? The recipients will be recognized at an awards ceremony at the national PBK headquarters in Washington, D.C.? Deadline for applicants to send their electronic application is 11:59 p.m., April 5, 2020.DueApr6, 2020LCPS - Federal Water Quality Association Scholarships – 3 @ $2,000,? for this year.? This scholarship is for graduating seniors from high schools in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area and surrounding counties, planning to pursue environmental careers.? Applicants must be accepted into a 4-year bachelor’s program in areas of study such as environmental sciences, environmental engineering, civil engineering, biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or natural resource planning but other areas of the environments will also be considered.? Applicants must complete the application, provide a school transcript, SAT/ACT scores, and letter(s) of reference (preferably from a science teacher or environmentalist).? A copy of letter of acceptance from a four-year college and a one page essay on one of the following topics:? 1) How your own actions have promoted environmental protection/awareness.? 2) Why you would like to pursue a career in environmental protection/pollution control; what factors led to your decision; and what you hope to accomplish through a career in this field. Or 3) How your choice of extracurricular activities, elective classes, and non-science classes will contribute to your career goals. ?Information and the application form can be found at: ?.? DueApr9, 2020LCPS - Sadie O. Embrey Memorial Scholarship sponsored by Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter 123 is available to students.? A transcript of grades including the 7th semester GPA, class rank, SAT scores and other appropriate test scores.? A letter of recommendation from an instructor or official of your school.? One other current letter of personal recommendation from persons (other than school personnel) and not related are required.? A personal essay stating why you are applying for the scholarship, giving a brief biography and stating personal and professional goals must be provided.? A wallet size photograph must also be a part of the application package.? The scholarship package must be sent by the deadline date of April 9, 2020 to Mrs. Janice McNulty, Scholarship Committee Chair., Sadie O. Embrey Memorial Scholarship, 541 Ives Street, Martinsburg, WV 25405Due Apr15,2020LCPS - Servant’s Heart – Joshua’s Hands Essay & Video Scholarships - 3 @ $1,000 – Applicants must be a senior who both legally resides in and attend high school (public, private or homeschool) in Loudoun County.? The essay or video format must be on the theme “A Servant’s Heart:? Choosing to Serve”.? Essays are to be no more than 1500 words and video not more than two minutes in length.? At least one but not more than two letters of recommendation (500 words or fewer) from community service organizations should be included along with the Entry Form and a photo of the applicant (headshot).? Video submissions must be uploaded to YouTube and the link must be included in the email submission to the donor.? Submission deadline for the scholarships is April 15, 2020 to Joshua’s Hands – info@Due Apr15,2020Triple Point Security Women’s STEM Scholarship – 1 @ $4,000 ($500/semester) – Applicants must be a senior, female minority student graduating from one of LCPS’s high schools and demonstrating financial need.? Applicant must have a minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.? Applicant should show evidence of participation in STEM classes and activities (preferred but not required).? Proof of acceptance into an accredited college or university prior to distribution of funds in addition, recipient.? Application package must include:? Application, official high school transcript, copy of SAT or ACT scores, Double-spaced essay, copy of SAR or completed FAFSA, two letters of recommendation.? All applications and documents must be mailed or hand-delivered by the due date.Due Apr15,2020LCPS - Northern Virginia Kappa Achievement Foundation-JADE Scholarship – 1 @ $1,000.? The applicants for this scholarship must be a graduating senior in the Northern Virginia area from a Single-Parent household.? Preference will be given to female applicants.?? The applicant must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.? The applicant must be accepted to an accredited institution and provide verification at the time the scholarship is awarded.?? A 350-word essay addressing:? The lessons we take from the obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to our later success.? Recount a time when you have been faced with a challenge, setback or failure and explain how it affected you and what did you learn from this experience.? An official high school transcript is required.? Three (3) letters of recommendation from a school official or member of the community.? All materials are due to the selection committee by April 15, 2020, NVKAF, P.O. Box 1968, Ashburn, VA 20146-1968Due Apr15,2020LCPS - Loudoun County Chapter of Izaak Walton League Conservation Scholarships - Applicants must be the child or grandchild of a member of the LCC-IWLA who has been a member in-good-standing for at least three years prior to the application.? Applicant must be a permanent resident of Loudoun County for at least 3 years.? Applicant must have graduated or will graduate during the current academic year from a Loudoun County public or private high school.? Applicant must be enrolled or be planning to enroll as a full-time student at an accredited college for the upcoming academic year. ?Two letters or recommendation, including one from the parent/grandparent listed as sponsoring them.? Transcript is required.?Information and the application form can be found at:? .? DueApr15, 2020Naval Intelligence Professionals Foundation – RADM Sumner Shapiro Scholarship – This scholarship is open to dependent children (under 24 years of age) of regular and reserve Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard officer and enlisted intelligence personnel, both active duty and retired.? Selection of all scholarship awardees will be based on academic achievement (GPA), SAT or ACT scores, extra-curricular activities (including community service), and career objectives.? Supporting official transcripts must be sent from the appropriate educational institution to:? Naval Intelligence Professionals, Attn Chairman, Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 11579, Burke, VA 22009-1579.? Information can be found at:? .? The application is found at :? .? DueApr15,2020LCPS – WMCCAI - Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Associations Institute is offering one or more scholarship of $1,000 to a graduating high school senior within the WMCCAI service areas living within a community (neighborhood, homeowners association, condominium association, or cooperative association).? The applicant must complete an application and submit a 500-700 word essay or 90 second media presentation on “Identify an opportunity for your community to improve or implement a green initiative and provide a detailed program for your community.” Applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and send a high school transcript.? A letter of recommendation from a school counselor, teacher or community association leader in the community where you reside is also required.? All scholarship material is to be turned in no later than April 15, 2020 with mail entries sent to WMCCAI, 7600 Leesburg Pike, Suite 100 West, Falls Church, VA? 22043, Attn: Scholarship Program; email application and essay/presentation to outreach@; or email application and link to media presentation to outreach@DueApr17,2020Northern Virginia Kappa League Scholarship, for a highly productive member of the Kappa League of the Dulles Leesburg Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity.? The applicant must be a registered, active member of the DLAC Kappa League for the entire school-year of the application for the scholarship and a graduating high school senior with a grade point average of 2.8 or better.? An official high school transcript is required.? An essay of no more than 350 words is required that demonstrates a high level of participation in Kappa League, including contributions to the group, as well as participation in school and other community volunteerism.? Three letters of recommendation are required that speak to your leadership, activism and commitment to making your community a better place.? Letter may be from a teacher, employer, a volunteer, supervisor, school counselor, pastor, etc.? All scholarship monies must be claimed with 12 calendar months of being awarded.? Complete application package must be sent to Northern Virginia Kappa Achievement Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 1968, Ashburn, VA? 20146-1968 by the deadline date of April 17, 2020.DueApr17,2020The Phillip A Hughes Foundation Scholarship is to support youth programs and deserving children that demonstrate an aptitude in and passion for the musical arts.? Funds are distributed for the purposes of attending musical program, center, teacher or for the purchase of instruments and/or learning necessities.? Applicants must be between the ages of 5 and 18 years of age at the time of the application deadline.? Applicants must reside in one of the following Virginia Counties:? Culpeper, Fauquier, Loudoun or Rappahannock.? Applicants must fully complete the application.? Two letters of recommendation are required from teachers.? Applicant must submit an essay of no more than 250 words on “Why You Should Be a Recipient of the Award”. Complete application package must be mailed to the address provided in the application by the due date.? All awards must be redeemed within 90 days of notice.DueApr17,2020LCPS - Northern Virginia Kappa Achievement Foundation Scholarship 1 @ $1,000.? The applicants for this scholarship must be a graduating African American male of high moral character from a public or private high school in Loudoun County, Virginia.?? Criteria for the scholarship is as follows:? The applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; Be involved in school and community activities; Three (3) letters of recommendation, one must be from a school administrator or faculty member, school, community, social and personal; Acceptance to an accredited four-year educational institution for next school year; and, An official high school transcript.?? All candidates will be screened, and the Board of Directors will approve their selection.? Relatives of members of the selection committee, or its officers, directors, or substantial contributors are not eligible to the award.? All materials are due to the selection committee by April 17, 2020, NVKAF, P.O. Box 1968, Ashburn, VA 20146-1968DueApr17, 2020LCPS – VESA (Virginia EL Supervisors Association) Scholarship - The applicant must have been enrolled in an ESL program for at least one year in grades 6-12 in a Virginia public school and in the 12th grade at the time of application.? Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and a financial need.? Applicants must include a copy of all high school transcripts and two letters of recommendation from teachers, school counselors and/or principal at the school where student is enrolled.? Typed responses to 3 questions on the application are to be included.? The completed application package is to be returned by mail to Ms. Kimberly Peterson, Winchester Virginia (completed address is on the application form) by the due date. DueApr17, 2020LCPS - Sterling Soccer Club Scholarship.? This scholarship is open to graduating seniors who have participated in Sterling Soccer Club as a player, coach or referee.? Applicant has plans to further their education at a college or university.? A transcript is to be provided.? Applicants must use the donor’s application form.? A number of recipients will be chosen by the Selection committee based upon seasons and extent of participation; academic performance and scholarship activities and high school athletic participation.? The scholarship information is to be sent to Sterling Soccer Club by the deadline date of April 17, 2020.DueApr17,2020Northern Virginia KAPPA Achievement Foundation – Allia Watts Scholarship – this is a scholarship of $1,000 for an applicant that has at least one parent considered a disabled veteran with a disability of at least 10% disabled or greater.? The applicant’s parent must have been honorably discharged from the military and a copy of the DD214 must be submitted showing the parents disability. ?Applicants must submit a 350-word essay response to the prompt: “How honor, courage and commitment?have impacted my life”.? An official high school transcript must be provided.? Three letters of recommendation (community member, school official, and a personal friend or relative).? The applicant must be accepted to an accredited four-year institution of higher learning.? Finalists are required to participate in an interview held by the scholarship selection committee.? Deadline for this scholarship is April 17, 2020 to be received at: ?P.O. Box 1968, Ashburn, VA 20146-1968.DueApr17,2020LCPS - Northern Virginia Kappa Achievement Foundation-Clarice Elizabeth Abney Scholarship – 1 @ $1,000.? The Clarice Elizabeth Abney Scholarship Fund welcomes applications from college bound high school seniors attending high school in the DMV and that will be attending one of the great Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU).?? The Foundation will award, annually, one (1) scholarship for $1,000.? Criteria for the scholarship is as follows:? The applicant must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher;? A 350-word essay response to the following prompt:? “Why you chose to attend an HBCU and how can it prepare you for your future”;?? An official high school transcript; Three (3) letters of recommendation - community member, school official, and personal friend or relative; Acceptance to one of the great Historically Black Colleges and Universities for the next school year; and, Participate in an interview held by the scholarship selection committee.? All materials are due to the selection committee by April 17, 2020, NVKAF, P.O. Box 1968, Ashburn, VA 20146-1968DueApr17,2020LCPS - Northern Virginia Kappa Achievement Foundation-LT Charles Spencer Scholarship – 1 @ $1,000.? Applications are welcomed from college bound high school seniors attending high school in Northern Virginia with at least one parent who is a veteran of the Armed Forces and that will be attending one of the great Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU).?? The Foundation will award, annually, one (1) scholarship for $1,000.? Criteria for the scholarship is as follows:? The applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher; The applicant must have at least one parent either active military or honorably discharged, and must submit the DD214 (with the social security number redacted) or active duty identification card; A 350-word essay response to the following prompt:? “Why you chose to attend an HBCU and how can it prepare you for your future”;?? An official high school transcript; Three (3) letters of recommendation - community member, school official, and personal friend or relative; Acceptance to one of the great Historically Black Colleges and Universities for the next school year; and, Participate in an interview held by the scholarship selection committee.? All materials are due to the selection committee by April 17, 2020, NVKAF, P.O. Box 1968, Ashburn, VA 20146-1968DueApr17,2020LCPS - Northern Virginia Kappa Achievement Foundation-Kim Vismale Scholarship – 1 @ $1,000.? The need-based scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating male high school senior residing in Loudoun County, VA.? Applicants must have a current GPA between 2.0 and 2.99.? Applicants are required to submit a 350-word essay to illustrate a) personal and academic goals, b) community involvement, and c) reason for the need-based scholarship.? Applicants should also submit 3 letters of recommendation and an official high school transcript.? Finalists will be required to participate in personal interviews.? All materials are due to the selection committee by April 17, 2020, Northern VA Kappa Achievement Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 1968, Ashburn, VA 20146-1968.DueApr20,2020LCPS – Northern Virginia B’nai B’rith Sports Scholarship -? This scholarship is open to graduation seniors of the Jewish faith that have played on a high school varsity team in a competitive high school sport that is recognized by the respective school district. Applicants will be evaluated on their athletic ability (playing on a high school varsity team in a competitive high school sport recognized by the school district). Applicants must submit GPA and SAT scores. The applicant must show community service. Applicants must be entering a college or university in the Fall 2020 term. Application package must include a high school transcript and SAT scores. The application package must be received no later than April 20, 2020 and as a condition for receiving the scholarship, must attend the awards ceremony on Sunday, May 3, 2020Due Apr30, 2020LCPS - A Gift for Textile Studies for students graduating from Loudoun County Public schools and interested in pursuing studies of textiles.? The applicant’s studies will be planned for manufacture, design, fiber arts, etc.? The donor has specified that the award must be used within six months of the award and can be used for tuition or other expenses such as books, computer, or other course requirements.? Financial need may be taken into consideration, but the donor is not requiring a certain GPA, particular application, or a copy of FAFSA or SAR.? There is a requirement of a page containing the applicant’s name, address, contact information, high school and choice of higher learning institution and other pertinent information as desired.? A second page with the student’s name and an essay of 250-500 words on the area of textiles study the applicants wishes to pursue and why.? Up to three photographs of samples of work relative to textile studies may be submitted; in paper form, electronic or photograph, of one whole item and one area close up.? The photos will not be returned.? The complete application packet must be submitted to the Career Center Assistant at each school by the deadline date of April 30, 2020.Due Apr30, 2020LCPS – Ryan Bartel Foundation Acceptance of Others Scholarship – The Ryan Bartel Foundation’s Acceptance of Others provides $1,000 scholarships for acts of generosity to those less fortunate, displaying great kindness and/or empathy and sustained (without motive) acts of unselfishness.? Graduating seniors for any Loudoun County high school who will be continuing their education at a college, university or trade school are eligible.? Up to five (5) scholarship may be awarded each year.? Scholarship awards can be deferred up to three (3) years if the recipient defers their higher education.? Students may not nominate themselves.? They must be nominated anonymously be a peer or staff member via the Acceptance of Others Nomination Form.? Questions can be addressed to info@.?RecomLetter Requestby April3,2020Due May1,2020LCPS – Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship - This scholarship was established to provide an opportunity for young people across Virginia to pursue an education in criminal justice.? Applicants for this scholarship must be a permanent resident in a Virginia county or city where their sheriff is a member of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) and has authorized the VSI to conduct a direct mail special appeal to raise funds for the scholarship program.? (One of the requirements is a letter of recommendation from Sheriff Chapman and his office must be contacted by April 3, 2020 to allow sufficient time for research and preparation of Sheriff Chapman’s letter.)? Two types of scholarships will be awarded – one to full-time students and one to part-time students.? Only majors in the criminal justice field will qualify for a scholarship (Those majoring in law or pursuing a career as a lawyer will not be considered.? The electronic application can be found at:? .? Application packages consist of a completed application form, letter of recommendation from resident Virginia Sheriff, majoring in Criminal Justice field, attending a Virginia college or university, essay, high school transcript, proof of acceptance, copy of voter registration or government issued picture ID with home address.? Deadline for all documents to be submitted online for this scholarship is May 1, 2020.? ***Be sure to contact Sheriff Chapman’s assistant, Karen Corwin at 703-771-5723 regarding recommendation letter by April 3, 2020.Due May1,2020LCPS – VRLTAEF (Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association Education Foundation) Scholarships - These scholarships are offered to high school graduates who plan to study in the hospitality industry at a two-year or four-year college/university or post-secondary school that specializes in culinary arts or hospitality management.? This award is based upon the student’s desire to pursue a degree in this industry and a previously proven record of interest, such as part-time or summer employment in the industry.? Ford’s Fish Shack, Glory Days Grill and Silver Diner will pick one student from their service area and match the scholarship they receive from the VRLTAEF.? LCPS students are eligible for all three co-sponsored scholarships and do not have to apply separately.? A completed application form, official transcript of grades and two letters of recommendation, and, an essay of no more than 500 words are required.? Further information and an electronic copy of the applications form may be found at:? .? Deadline for the application package is May 1, 2020.DueMay1,2020LCPS - Loudoun Valley Community Center Scholarship – Open to graduating senior from any Loudoun County high school who attended the Loudoun Valley Community Center’s preschool, daycare and/or after-kindergarten programs.? Continuing education as a full-time student at a four-year college or university, vocational school, or community college. Minimum GPA of 3.0.? Transcript required.? Essay of at least 2 paragraphs, indicate your involvement in community service and your commitment to at least one of the six pillars of character – trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, citizenship –?and how this commitment has affected your life as a student and as a member of the community.? Deadline:? May 1, 2020Due May31,2020LCPS - Tronfeld West & Durrett Step by Step Scholarships – 5 @ $1,500 - Applicant must be a? high school senior or college student in Virginia.? Applicant must be enrolled in a two-year to five-year institution for the impending school year.? There is no minimum GPA.? Applicant must submit a 3-5 minute video or essay of 500-1000 words on what your dreams are, what goals are you setting, and what steps are you going to take to get there?? What challenges do you expect and how will you overcome them?? Also describe how the scholarship will help you achieve those goals.? Instructions can be found at .? Application and video or written essay is to be submitted to the donor per instructions.? Deadline is May 31, 2020.Open from Mar 2ToJune15LCPS – CIA Scholarship - This scholarship is a financial needs-based program for graduating high school seniors, first-year undergraduate students and, in some cases, second-year undergraduate students who are looking to work summers in Washington, DC while attending an accredited college or university during the school year.? In this program, you can receive up to $25,000 per year for tuition, fees, and books and a year-round salary (starting at $31,456 and increases each year with the program).? You will perform meaningful work related to your college major. In addition to a year-round salary, recipients are provided up to $18,000 in tuition assistance per calendar year, and are eligible for health insurance, paid time off and more.? Participants will have access to a CIA housing coordinator to assist in locating housing within the Washington Metro Area. Undergraduate scholarship participants are required to work for at least two 90-day sessions before graduation and be employed by the CIA after graduation for a period of 1.5 years for each year of paid scholarship.? Applicant must be a US Citizen with a GPA of at least 3.9 on a 4-point scale for highs school and/or college – 1000 SAT or 21 ACT score or higher; Applicant must be 18 years of age (September of the application year); Applicant must be accepted at a four-year college/university and available to work a 90-day summer tour in Washington, DC area prior to college graduation and willingness to work at CIA full-time after graduation. Qualifications looked for include academic excellence in core subjects relating to desired college major, relevant practical or job experience in your field of interest, proficiency in a foreign language, demonstrated leadership qualities and genuine interest in contributing to CIA’s mission.? Applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, polygraph interview and a comprehensive background investigation.Applications will be accepted March 2 through June 15 for the summer of the next year.? Information and the online applications can be found at:? .? * Please notice this opportunity is open from March 2nd – June 15th.? ................
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