Counselor Connection
Mrs. Lynda Scrivner
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P.O. Box 139
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Requirements
Scholarships
Robert J. Dole Public Service Scholarship
Senior maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher, involved in a significant amount of volunteer community service projects or public service activities, enrolling at a Kansas Regents’ University of Washburn University. www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/senatordolepublicservice Application submission deadline is March 9, 2012.
Reinke Manufacturing Community Scholarship
Planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two or four year college, university or vocational-technical school in one of the following areas: Agriculture/Agribusiness, Agriculture Engineering, Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Technology, Electronic Engineering Technology, Irrigation Service Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering nd CAD Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Nondestructive Testing Technology, Office Administration, Operations Management, Welding Technology. Application available in counselor’s office and postmarked no later than February 15.
Buick Achievers Scholarship
Plan to enroll full time at a four-yuear college or university in 2012-2013, major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business with an interest in the automotive industry. Applications at www.buickachievers.com , deadline is February 29, 2012.
PRIMO Scholarship
Scholarships will e awarded to five students in the amount of $500 each. Student must attendor plan to attend an accredited Kansas university, college, or technical school. Parent or guardian must be a customer of Cunningham Telephone and Cable. Marketing, Public Relations, or Telecommunications first priority. Deadline for scholarship is March 23, 2012.
Sigma Nu Excellence Kansas State University
Senior male exemplifying excellence in leadership, academics, and community involvement . Application completed by March 8, 2012.
Wanda May Vinson Scholarship
Senior KAY members are eligible to apply. Application is to be received no later than the first business day of April. Applications are available from Mrs. Jensen or Mrs. Scrivner.
James Komatz/Delta Chi Memorial Scholarship
Incoming male freshman who will attend Kansas State University may apply. Must have a 3.0 GPA and strengths in leadership, scholarship, involvement and service. Applications are due March 1.
Kansas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers Scholarship
Applications must be received by March 9, 2012 and applicants must be in their senior year at a Kansas high school, have a cumulative 7 semester GPA of 3.25, have a minimum ACT composite of 22, show evidence of leadership experience. Applications available at www.kacrao.org.
Foundation for Rural Service Scholarship
High school seniors living in a household receiving local telephone, Internet, or cable TV services from Nex-Tech/Rural Telephone. Application can be downloaded at www.nex-tech.com/nex-generation or www.frs.org. Applications must be postmarked to FRS by March 1.
Republic County Community Foundation
Amos and Joyce Blecha 4-H Scholarship
Applications due March 31 to Republic County Community Foundation, first consideration given to current 4-H members who have been involved in 4-H for three years.
Republic County Community Foundation
Scott Family Scholarship
Applicant must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, plan to enroll as a full-time student at an accredited post-secondary educational institution, show evidence of financial need, two letters of recommendation and due by March 31. First preference goes to Republic County High School student, second priority to Pike Valley High School.
2012 Young Entrepreneur Scholarship
Graduating high school seniors, must be operating a small business. Application available at www.NFIB.com/YEA.
YES for Liberty Youth Education Scholarship
Compete in Constitution Bee February 19 in Manhattan, KS, applications accepted until December 31st, 2011, Top prize is $3,500. See www.YESforlibergy.org.
SportQuest Playing With Purpose Scholarship
Maintains a C grade average or higher, currently a varsity level athlete in one or more sports, and committed follower of Jesus Christ. Deadline to apply is March 1. Application information at www.playingwithpurpose.org.
Kansas State University Man of Faith Scholarship
Incoming male freshman at KSU can apply. One $1000 scholarship and two $500 scholarships. Application materials must be postmarked by January 25, 2012.
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Awarded to 20 college-bound students who demonstrates exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizen ship. For more information and eligibility requirements and an online application visit www.reganfoundation.org/scholarships. Application deadline February 17.
Burger King Scholarship
Applications accepted until January 10, 2012, visit http://www.haveitourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html
KFC Colonel’s Scholarship
To qualify a graduating high school senior must: earn a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75, enroll in a public college or university within their state of legal residence, be a US citizen, demonstrate financial need. Application deadline February 8 available at www.kfcscholars.org.
Kansas American Legion Scholarships
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Nex-Tech/Rural Telephone Scholarship
Seniors who reside in the Rural Telephone Service Area of Courtland and Republic are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Parents (or legal guardians) must subscribe to one or more communication services, local telephone, long distance, cable TV or Internet. Application available online at www.nex-tech.com/nex-generation. Deadline is January 31, 2012.
Kansas Junior Golf Scholarship
Must have participated in junior golf activities, including high school golf. Scholarship is based on academic performance, leadership, written essay and financial need. $5000, payable $1250 per school year. More details and application are available at www.kansasgolf.org/foundation/scholarships.
Nuckols County Foundation Roy and Mildred Moore Memorial Scholarship
Student must plan to pursue an agriculture or education course of study. Application available from Mrs. Scrivner and must be submitted by February 1 to Mrs. Scrivner.
Foundation for Rural Education and Development (FRED)
Range from $1,000 to $5,000, available to students living in households receiving any of the Following Rural lTelephone/Nex-Tech services: local (landline) telephone, long distance, Internet, or cable television. Application and more information can be found at www.nex-tech.com/nex-generation or http://www.fred.org/scholarships.html.
AXA Achievement Scholarship
Achievement Scholarship application due December 1, Community Scholarship due February 1. Are you active in our community? Have you led a project that benefits other Have you overcome personal challenges. Learn more and apply online at www.axa-achievement.com.
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Scholarship
A student who demonstrates entrepreneurial spirit and initiative through starting his/her own business; and participating in FBLA or National FFA. Applications available through December 15. Apply at www.NFIB.com/YEA.
Horatio Alger Scholarship
Based on integrity, determination and courage. You must have a 2.0 GPA and require financial assistance to go to college ($50,000 adjusted gross income per family). Apply at www.horatioalger.org/scholasrships by October 30.
Kansas Masonic Foundation Student Loan and Scholarship
Low-interest loans for students attending a Kansas institution of higher learning as a full-time student. Repayment starts one year after completion of school. Must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA and remain a full-time student. Under certain conditions loans can turn into scholarships. For more information see www.kmfonline.org.
Acacia Fraternity Leadership Scholarship, Kansas State University
Male senior planning to attend KSU. Need not be affiliated with Acacia fraternity. Applications must be postmarked no later than January 26 and are available at www.kstateacacia.org.
Elks Most Valuable Student
Applicant can apply through the Elks Lodge in Superior, NE or Clay Center, KS but not both. Must be received on or before December 1. The official 2012 MVS application must be used and is available in Mrs. Scrivner’s office or can be downloaded at www.wlks.org/enf/scholars. Emphasis is on leadership, academics and community service.
Nebraska Elks J. B. Ferguson Golf Scholarship
Applicant must apply through the Elks Lodge in Superior, NE. Application due January 10.
Nebraska Elks Vocational Scholarship
Must attend a Nebraska Vocational/Technical College, application due January 10.
Nebraska Elks Cross Country Scholarship
One boy and one girl selected. Financial need considered. Must submit application, three letters of recommendation, ACT score and transcript.
ENF Legacy Award (Elks)
Applicant must child or grandchild of a living Elk who joined on or before April 1, 2009. Applications online at www.elks.org/enf/scholars to start the application process. Must have an ACT score by December test date.
Elks Past Exaulted Rulers Scholarship
Open to any high school senior. Basic emphasis will be on need. Must be returned to Nebraska Elks Lodge by January 10.
Profiles in Courage Essay Scholarship
Write an essay on an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1956. For contest registration, and to submit essay go to www.jfklibrary.org.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship Program
Seniors who have MS or have a parent with MS may apply. Applications can be completed at www.nationalMSsociety.org/scholarship. Applications accepted through January 13,2012.
DAR Good Citizen program.
One senior per high school may apply. Application has two parts, part 1 Personal (70%) student describes how he/she has tried to manifest the qualities of a good citizen. Part 2 Essay (30%) Completed with monitor in 2 hour time limit without reference materials. Deadline for completion of application is December 20, 2011.
Harry B Sweet Scholarship
$500 scholarship awarded, Application must be submitted to high school counselor by March 1, 2012.
Kansas Vocational Education Board of Regents Scholarship
The Hagan Scholarship Foundation
Minimum GPA 3.50 and minimum ACT 23, based on financial need and merit, each recipient must contribute toward the cost of his or her education by working a minimum of 240 hours prior to the start of each academic year. Awarded to students graduating from a Kansas or Missouri high school. Renewable for up to three addition years. Must attend a free summer workshop before attending college. Application can be downloaded after September 1 and submitted by November 15.
KANSAS COLLEGES
Kansas Two-Year, Vocational/Technical
& Community Colleges, and Institutes
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PSAT/NMSQT
This assessment is a practice test for the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test), as well as the entry into the National Merit Scholarship. This test measures critical reading, math problem-solving and writing skills developed over many years, both in and out of school. This test is for Juniors, however, Sophomores can take this test as a practice.
For the test you will need
#2 pencils and eraser
Approved calculator
Social Security Number
You may go to www.collegeboard.com/psat for sample questions and practice test answer explanations.
Test Date for the 2010 school year is October 13. This is late start date so testing will begin with the start of 2nd hour. You must sign up in the counseling office to take this test.
PLAN Testing
This assessment is administered to all sophomores and is a practice test for the ACT.
How to use your PLAN scores:
- start thinking about life after high school
Personalized career information gives you many fields to investigate. Also, students who do well on PLAN know college is within reach. - prepare for the ACT
PLAN is a curriculum-based test that is similar to the ACT® test, and it is a good predictor of a future ACT score. - see academic progress over time
If you took ACT's EXPLORE®, you can compare your EXPLORE and PLAN scores, which will help your high school counselor recommend how best to prepare for college and the ACT.
ACT Test Dates
Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
(Late Fee Required) |
September 10, 2011 |
August 12, 2011 |
August 13 – 26, 2011 |
October 22, 2011 |
September 16, 2011 |
September 17 – 30, 2011 |
December 10, 2011 |
November 4, 2011 |
November 5 – 18, 2011 |
February 11, 2012* |
January 13, 2012 |
January 14 – 20, 2012 |
April 14, 2012 |
March 9, 2012 |
March 10 – 23, 2012 |
June 9, 2012 |
May 4, 2012 |
May 5 – 18, 2012 |
ACT encourages registration online. Registration packets are no longer provided to the counseling office.
ACT Vocabulary List Click Here
Financial Aid
Types of Financial Aid
County Wide Financial Aid Meeting
January 9, 2012 at 6:00 at Republic County High School in the Library.
Federal Aid Programs
Federal programs are based on financial need. Applications for federal aid are made through the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Each school has their own preferred deadline date. The application asks for information directly off of your tax forms so it is advisable to complete this after your tax returns are completed. This is the largest single source of financial aid for college.
State Aid Programs
Kansas has a few scholarship programs, based on merit or merit plus need. A separate application from the federal programs is required.
Grants and Scholarships
Grants and Scholarships do not have to be repaid. In order to receive scholarships you must be willing to make application and complete the work asked on an application. This may include writing an essay, outlining your school land community activities, taking a test, giving a speech, etc. Often a local scholarship goes uncollected because no one wanted to take the time to write a short essay.
Some suggestions on scholarships:
- Be organized (both in how you keep your information and how you present it on an application). You should have your resume ready now. It is a good idea to keep this resume in your computer file so it can be quickly and easily updated. Please keep a copy of your current resume on file in the counselor’s office.
- Be consistent (don’t quit applying for scholarships when you haven’t received any by November).
- Be neat (this means have everything typed where possible, (if you can’t type, find someone who can.)
- Be correct (make sure you have used correct spelling, punctuation, that there are NO ERRORS and PROOFREAD more than once).
- KEEP A PHOTOCOPY OF EVERYTHING YOU COMPLETE!
REFERENCES
Often as part of scholarship applications (or job applications), you will be required to list several individuals as references. Former employers, teachers, counselors, principals, coaches, ministers, etc. are usually considered good references. You will, of course, want to choose someone who will be able to say positive things about you.
However, before you list a person as a reference you should ask their permission first. Often the person who is not asked will provide a less than satisfactory report about you for that very reason.
Also, please do not expect anyone to write a reference for you and hand it over to you. An evaluator can be more objective and honest, including more complimentary, if they can mail the reference directly. If at all possible, give the person the mailing address or at the very least ask them to seal it in an envelope, sign the seal, and respect that seal.
COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY/TECHNICAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Almost all schools have their own scholarship funds with varying requirements. To apply for these scholarships, inquire at the financial aid office of the school you are considering attending. There are several different types of scholarships available from colleges and universities, academic, athletic, departmental, organizational, etc. Often this is your BEST CHANCE for scholarships. It is a good idea to get to know the financial aid office at the school you plan to attend.
Loans
Funds loaned through a lending institution or college. Some federal loans, based on financial need, the student does not have to pay back until 6 months after they graduate or leave the institution. Loan programs are also available to eligible parents for college expenses of their qualifying children.
Military Programs
The military offers several options to help you pay for post secondary education.
Work Study Programs
Jobs that allow students to earn money toward their expenses while they are enrolled in school. Students can sometimes get jobs related to their program of study. Eligibility for work study is based on financial need as determined through the FAFSA.
Here is a link to the FAFSA web site:
Leadership Opportunities
FRS Youth Tour—Washington DC
June 2-6,2012 to learn about the telecommunications industry and government processes; visit national historic sites; and network with other students. Applicants must be high school tudents who are living in a household receiving Nex-Tech/Rural Telephone local telephone, Internet, or cable TV services, and who will be ages 16 or 17 at the time of the tour. Download application at www.nex-tech.comnex-generation or www.frs.org. Applications must be received in the Lenora Kansas office by 5:00 p.m. on March 9. Nex-Tech/Rural Telephone will select up to two students for the tour.
Prairie Land Electric Cooperative Government in Action Youth Tour
June 14-20, winners of this trip will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills andvisit places of historical interest, visiting members of Congress and getting a first-hand view of their “Government in Action”. Must be a high school junior to apply, complete a written test and an interview tentatively scheduled for February 12.
Prairie Land Electric “Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp”
A trip to Steamboat Springs, Colorado July 14-20. Winners of this trip will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills and become more acquainted with the energy demands of today.
”. Must be a high school junior to apply, complete a written test and an interview tentatively scheduled for February 12.
Cadet Law Enforcement Academy
Cadet Law Enforcement Academy applications are now available for academy scheduled for June 10-15, 2012. Application deadline March 31.
Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science
A residential early-entry-to-college program on the Fort Hays State University campus for high school juniors and seniors with an interest in and aptitude for mathematics and science. Students are able to take 68 hours of college credits at FHSU with an emphasis in science and mathematics courses. 68 credits, books and fees are free. The deadline to apply to the academy is February 1 during the sophomore year. For more information visit the website www.fghsu.edu/kams.
Graduation Requirements
Pike Valley High School To graduate from Pike Valley High School, a student must English 4 credits |
Kansas Board of Regents For admissions to institutions under the State Board of Regents, a students must earn an ACT Composite score of 21, or rank in the top 1/3 of his/her high school class, or earn a minimum grade point average of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale in the approved pre-college curriculum belowa: 4 Units (years) English Board of Regents Universities include: Emporia State University, Ft. Hays State University, Kansas State University, Pittsburg State University, University of Kansas, Wichita State University
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Kansas Scholars Curriculum To be considered for designation as a Kansas Scholar, a student must complete the following curriculum: 4 Units English The names of students who are enrolled in this curriculum are sent to the Board of Regents for scholarship consideration. Notification is sent from the Board of Regents if the student is selected as a Kansas Scholar. Students maintain their Scholar designation throughout their college career. The student may or may not be funded for this scholarship. Money is available is distributed to eligible college seniors first, then juniors, etc. |
NCAA Student athletes who plan to enroll in a NCAA Division I or II school and compete at the collegiate level, are required to make application to the NCAA Clearinghouse. Information on NCAA competition is available at www.ncaa.org. |