SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS



SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS

MARCH 2019

*FAFSA INFORMATION: (FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID)

The FAFSA must be completed electronically for 2019-2020 college freshmen to be considered for federal and state student grants, work-study programs, and loans. Many scholarship programs also require that the FAFSA be completed before considering students. Log in at to obtain FSA ID numbers for both the student and one parent. To complete the FAFSA, go to Please file the FAFSA ASAP. Most colleges have moved scholarship deadlines up to January or even earlier because of the FAFSA now being completed earlier!

When your son/daughter starts receiving financial package letters from colleges, please pay close attention to the following and know the difference between the types of loans for which they may qualify:

*Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans are two separate, unique types of loans that are awarded separately: Please know the difference before accepting any loans:

“Subsidized Loans” - need based; no interest is charged while the student is in school.

“Unsubsidized Loans”- not need based; interest is charged from the time the student receives the loan.

If you are a senior that is attending Collins Career Center, all high school announcements are sent to your CCC E-MAIL. It is your responsibility to check your e-mail.

CHS Yearbook Senior Pages: Pages are available for parents to congratulate 2019 graduates. There are a limited number of pages available and they will be sold on a first come-first serve basis. Prices are $50 for half page and $100 for a full page. Please contact Robin Kimball for more information or to purchase. (A form has been mailed to all seniors) Yearbooks: 2017-2018 yearbooks are available for pick-up. 2018-2019 yearbooks can be ordered at

ACT Dates: April 13 (registration deadline March 8)

June 8 (registration deadline May 3)

Cost is $50.50. Special note: The ACT Assessment Plus Writing may be required by some colleges and universities. The cost of the Plus Writing version is $67.00. Students need only take the Plus Writing version once. (STUDENTS MUST UPLOAD A PICTURE TO THEIR ACT ACCOUNT. STUDENTS NEEDING TO UPLOAD THE PICTURE CAN SEE MRS.DAY FOR ASSISTANCE)

Marshall University ACT: The Walk-In ACT is given each month; scores are only good for MU. For more information, go to: marshall.edu (student resource center link)

ACT & SAT Prep Classes: Marshall University and Ohio University Southern Campus offer ACT/SAT Prep Classes throughout the year. If interested, students should listen for announcements or call MU at 304-696-6855 or OUSC at 533-4600.

ACT Fee Waivers: Juniors and seniors who meet the economic need indicators (free lunch) are eligible to use an ACT fee waiver to cover the cost of the test (basic ACT only). Students may take the test two times using a fee waiver form. If a student feels they qualify for the waiver, they should see Mrs. Day for details and the form.

College Visits: Each senior is permitted to take 3 excused days to visit a college or other educational institution. A completed College Day form (with parent and teacher signatures) must be submitted to the guidance office at least two days before the scheduled visit. Students must schedule the visit with the college in advance. Upon returning to school, students must present to the guidance office a signed form from the college visited. In order to be excused for the day, the above procedure must be followed. No excused college visits will be permitted during the month of May.

Scholarships: Scholarships of which the guidance office receives information will be announced in this monthly newsletter but please understand that there are thousands of scholarships available which can be found on-line and through other sources. Examples are credit unions, banks, and companies with which parents may be employed. Some very good on-line sources for finding scholarships:











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NOTE: Scholarships require a transcript from the guidance office to be sent along with the scholarship application. Students should not wait until the day they need to send the application to ask for the transcript. Mrs.Day is sometimes out of the office for meetings and there are many other demands in the guidance office. Please allow 2 days to receive a transcript.

Distinguished Young Women Scholarship: Various scholarships and deadlines. Open to high school senior girls exhibiting the highest ideals, leadership and achievements. For more information, visit

National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts: Various scholarships and deadlines. Scholarships are available in the areas of dance, music, theatre, visual arts, film & video, photography, and writing. Visit the website at nfaa.

National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts: Various scholarships and deadlines. Scholarships are available in the areas of dance, music, theatre, visual arts, film & video, photography, and writing. Visit:

William D. Squires Scholarship: Application accepted February 15- April 5. Scholarship Award amount is $4,000 per calendar year renewable for up to $16,000. This is a need-based scholarship (student must have completed FAFSA and have an EFC of less than $7,000. Applicants must also have a minimum GPA of 3.2. Application available on line at

Ironton Area Kiwanis Club Scholarship: Due at the foundation office by March 15. Priority is given to students who are members of the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Program or who excel in community service. Applications are available in the guidance office.

Dick Griffith Scholarship: Due in the foundation office by March 15. Priority is given to student who plays tennis or has a connection to the tennis community Applications available in the guidance office.

Matthews Family Scholarship: Due in foundation office March 15. Student must be accepted into a

Nursing program for Fall 2018. Payable over 2 years. Must maintain a 2.5 for the first year. Applications available in the guidance office.

The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio: Due March 15. Includes many different scholarships. Information regarding scholarships, eligibility, and application guidelines can be downloaded in pdf format from the foundations website at or applications are available in the guidance office.

Ohio Gas Association Scholarship Foundation: Deadline is March 15. Scholarship is for students who plan to pursue a career in the natural gas industry or related energy field. An interest in the natural gas field is suggested, although those interested in general business curricula are also invited to apply, since those majors are applicable to the industry. Applicants must attend an Ohio College and must have min GPA of 3.0. More information and scholarship application is available in the guidance office.

Ohio Gas and Energy Education/Scholarship Program: Deadline is March 16. Seniors must be planning to major in and pursue in a degree program leading to the 75 different unique careers in the energy industry (crude oil and natural gas industry) and attend an accredited Ohio college or technical school. Students must also have a CUM GPA of 2.5 or higher. More information, along with the application is available at

2019 HonorsGradU Scholarship: Deadline is March 23, 2019. Five $10,000 will be awarded. High school seniors will participate in a design-thinking community building project. For more information, visit



Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Academic Scholarship- Due in the Chamber of Commerce Office by 4:00 pm on March 29th. Three scholarships will be given county-wide. Cumulative GPA must be 3.0 or higher. Applications are available in the guidance office.

King’s Daughters Health Foundation Scholarships: Deadline for both scholarships is March 30.

Health Career Scholarship – a $2,500 scholarship awarded to a graduating senior pursuing a career in healthcare.

Edna and Mildred Monk - $1,000 scholarships awarded to children of King’s Daughters employees.

Go to for both applications.

Ohio Newspaper Foundation: Deadline is March 31. Three $1,500 scholarships intended for Ohio high school seniors planning to major in journalism, advertising, marketing, or communications at an accredited college or university. Applications may be downloaded at

Jeannie Gatrell Memorial Scholarship: Must be postmarked by March 31st. This scholarship is to assist students who have been affected in some way by an aneurysm. Applications available in the guidance office.

Proctorville Masonic Lodge Scholarship: Deadline is April 1 (return application to guidance office) Students applying must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Applications are available in the guidance office.

Order of the Eastern Star: Deadline is April 1 (return application to guidance office.)

Scholarship based on need, community involvement, leadership and service. Applications are available in the guidance office.

United Producers, Inc. Scholarship Program: Due April 1. Available to students planning to major in an agriculture field or agriculture related field. Applicants must be a preferred member of UPI or a child or grandchild of a member. Application and more information available at

David V. Stivison Appalachian Community Action Scholarship: Due by April 1. Is primarily based on need. (student’s family must have a total annual income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines). Students must have enrolled and have been accepted in a 2 year or 4-year college for Fall 2019. Application online at

Ohio-Michigan Association of Career Colleges and Schools Scholarship Program: Due by April 12.

There are 130+ scholarships available ranging from $1,500 to $40,000. These scholarships are only available to seniors planning to attend OACCS member colleges and majoring in certain programs. More information can be found at to determine whether to qualify. If you qualify, application packets are available in the guidance office.

Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools Scholarship Program: Due by April 14.

There are 130+ scholarships available ranging from $1,500 to $40,000. These scholarships are only available to seniors planning to attend OACCS member colleges and majoring in certain programs. More information can be found at to determine whether to qualify. If you qualify, application packets are available in the guidance office.

Elite Institute of Cosmetology Scholarship Program: Deadline is April 25. A student from each Lawrence County school will be presented with a $500 scholarship to pursue a career in Cosmetology at the Elite Institute. Applicants must have a 2.0 Cum GPA and financial need is taken into consideration. Applications are available in the guidance office.

Robert A. Klingler Co., L.P.A. Ohio Problem Solving Scholarship: Application deadline May 31, 2019. 500-1,000-word essay required, describing one thing you would change about the world. No minimum GPA required. $1,000 scholarship for seniors planning to enter a 2 or 4-year institution in 2019. Please read instructions and terms on web site. scholarship/

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship: Deadline is June 10. Scholarship is in the amount of $1000. Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of the website. Please visit http:scholarships.htm

BigSun Scholarship: Deadline is June 17. The scholarship, in the amount of $500 is open to any deserving athlete, regardless of the sport they participated in. To apply, please visit the website:

Tuition Funding Sources: Various scholarship opportunities posted on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram daily. Easy to find, follow, and share. Go to TFSscholarships

The American Legion Scholarship Programs: Information available at needalift

SunTrust Off To College Sweepstakes: $1,000 scholarships for high school seniors selected by random drawings every two weeks, from October – May. Apply online at

**I have not received updated mailings on all the above scholarships. Some of the dates are the deadline dates from last year. PLEASE CHECK DATES EARLY.

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