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Scholarship
Handbook Norco High School
2015-2016 school year By: Mayra Pinedo
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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Rob Ibbetson, Principal
Tony Amabile, Assistant Principal Nick Beronich, Assistant Principal Briana Hurd, Assistant Principal
Josh Cameron, Assistant Principal-Athletics
GUIDANCE STAFF David Bell
Jill Bradford Kristine Breaux-McCullough
Sherry Sanchez Ryan Sanchez
CAREER & COLLEGE CENTER Mayra Pinedo
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Before You Begin…
Dear seniors,
This Scholarship Handbook contains scholarships from local organizations and well-
known annual scholarships. Please remember to:
1. Start your application packets early.
2. Ask for letters of recommendations now. Use the “Request for Letter of
Recommendation” form found in this packet. Fill it out and make a copy to give
to each person writing your letter.
3. Turn in your scholarship application packets on or before Friday, February 5,
2016 to the Career Center.
4. Please read through all of the scholarships and only apply to those that you
meet the requirements. Do not waste your time on scholarships that you are not
qualified for.
5. These scholarships and more are found on the school website:
http://www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/Page/22142. Check back weekly for more
scholarships added to the website. Visit the Career Center to get paper copies of
other scholarships.
We sincerely hope that your senior year will be happy, exciting and full of many
scholarship awards. See you at Senior Awards Night!
Mr. David Bell Ms. Mayra Pinedo
Counselor Career Technician
Scholarship Coordinator
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Scholarship Search Sites Reliable and most importantly, FREE scholarship search engines. For all high school students, please check out these websites:
Fastweb: This popular college funding resource provides information on 1.3 million scholarships worth over 3 billion dollars. Fastweb has been around for more than 18 years. www.fastweb.com
Cappex: Once you create your profile, applying for Cappex scholarships is as easy as one click. No essays. No hassle. www.cappex.com
FinAid: Learn about all forms of financial aid, including FAFSA information. www.finaid.org/scholarships/
School Soup: Open your profile and search through $32 billion worth of scholarships. www.schoolsoup.com
Unigo.com: Open a profile and they can help you find money for school, even as colleges discover and recruit you. FREE! Start now. Find money for college. Get found by colleges. www.unigo.com
California Colleges.edu: Log in to your account and search for scholarships. Save them to your portfolio. www.californiacolleges.edu
Scholarship Tips
NEVER pay anyone for scholarship information who will guarantee that you will win a scholarship.
ALWAYS check for the sponsor’s contact information before applying.
NEVER give credit card or bank account info to receive aid.
If anything looks suspicious, check with Ms. Pinedo in the Career Center and I will help you confirm that it’s a legitimate website and/or scholarship. Feel free to e-mail Ms. Pinedo the link to [email protected].
Visit your Career Center for more scholarship information and tips today! Happy hunting, Ms. Pinedo, Career and College Technician
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Tips to Find Scholarships There are many places to search for scholarships outside of a scholarship search
website. Here are a few places to check:
@ Norco High School
1. The College and Career Center (D-22)
New scholarships are added every Monday to the Scholarship Bin.
2. The school website
Log on to www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/nohs Click on Colleges and Careers tab
→ Click on Scholarships → Search through the sections divided by the
months the scholarships are due.
3. Be part of the Career Center’s Remind text messaging.
For seniors only. Text this code: @mspinedo22 to 81010. New
Scholarship Bulletins are sent out every Monday evening.
@ Other Places
1. Your parent’s employment/union
2. Any associations/organizations that your parents or grandparents are involved in
3. Your future college, university, military, or technical school
4. Major retail companies or corporations, such as: McDonalds, Best Buy, Burger
King, etc.
Career Center (D-22) New scholarships are added to the Scholarship Bin every
Monday
Log on to the school website.
www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/nohs
Join Remind text messaging For Seniors only. Text:
@mpinedo22 to 81010.
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NORCO HIGH SCHOOL GENERAL AWARD APPLICATION
Student Information
___________________________________ _____________________________
Student Name Telephone Number
___________________________________ _____________________________
E-mail Address
___________________________________
Address __________________
Weighted GPA
Parent Information
Name of Parent or Guardian: _____________________________________________________
Father’s Occupation & Present Employer: ___________________________________________
Mother’s Occupation & Present Employer: __________________________________________
Number of people in your family: _________ Number attending college, including self: ______
Your Future Plans
Major subject interest in high school: _______________________________________________
Possible career interests: _________________________________________________________
Chosen College: ________________________________________________________________
1st Choice: ________________________________________ Accepted? ________
2nd
Choice: ________________________________________ Accepted? ________
3rd
Choice: _______________________________________ Accepted? ________
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REQUEST FOR LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET
STUDENT NAME ________________________________ Date: ________________
What are your educational plans after high school?
Community College _____ Work Full-Time ______ Military (list branch)
___________________
University _______ Other (please specify) ________________________________
What is your college major and/or career path?
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
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____________________________________________________________________________
Why did you choose to pursue this field? (List experience you may have in this field)
____________________________________________________________________________
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List advanced courses which you have completed or in which you are currently enrolled
(example: AP courses, math, physics, etc.).
____________________________________________________________________________
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List clubs, activities, sports, and/or student government participation on and off campus
(Indicate grade levels and offices held).
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List any awards and/or honors you have received.
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Describe and list work or community/volunteer experiences you have had. ____________________________________________________________________________
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Cite any experiences you have had that demonstrate:
Innovation and creativity
Leadership
Motivation and interest
Unique competencies or expertise ____________________________________________________________________________
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Your Scholarship Packets
Your scholarship packets must be in this order:
Do NOT staple your applications. Use a paper clip instead.
Return application packet to the location specified on the scholarship information sheet. Turn in one complete application packet for each scholarship to which you are applying. For all other completed scholarship application packets—Please turn them in to the Career Center by 3:00 p.m. on or before Friday, February 5, 2016. No late scholarship packets will be accepted.
Title Page w/ Scholarship Name
and your full name
General Award Application
Personal Essay 2 copies of your
personal essay (1 w/ your name & the other
without your name)
Transcripts A copy of your transcripts (not
official)
Letters of Recommendation
2 or 3 letters of recommendations (if
required)
Other proof Such as a Varsity Letter Award or
Proof of a Veteran
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Your Personal Essay
Please plan carefully. Give yourself plenty of time to write your personal statement. Format the essay –
Font size = 12
double-spaced
no more than 2 pages Write an essay that will provide a comprehensive picture of who you are.
1) Introduce yourself by providing background information. 2) Briefly state your academic accomplishments (ex. Honors/AP/AVID student,
academic awards). 3) State your extracurricular activities, jobs or volunteer work. 4) Explain how these activities and accomplishments have shaped your life. 5) State your future goals and objectives and include where you plan to go to
college as well as your major field of study (if you have decided). 6) State your financial needs – explain why the scholarship will help you fulfill your
dreams. 7) Be sincere and honest.
Towards the end of your essay:
Express appreciation to the agency for offering money to a deserving student. When you are done:
Check for grammatical and spelling errors before turning in your scholarship packets.
After you have completed writing your best essay, let someone read it who can be objective and will not mind offering his/her honest opinion.
Do NOT:
Wait until the night before the due date to write your essay. Prepare it in advance and save on the computer so it can be revised and personalized for a specific scholarship.
Print TWO Copies Print one copy with your name on the right hand corner of your essay and another without your name for each scholarship.
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CORONA-NORCO MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION AWARD
Award: Amount Varies
Requirements to Apply:
Serve or work within a leadership role on campus
Involvement in community service organizations
Participate in extra-curricular activities
Demonstrate financial need
Career goal and post-secondary education oriented
Minimum GPA of 3.0 or better
Include in your packet:
General Application
One page essay outlining past achievements, future plans, scholastic achievements, GPA, leadership ability
An explanation for financial need
Copy of transcripts
Selection Process:
NHS Scholarship committee to select 6
Interview will be scheduled to select the winner. Final Selection made by CNMA Scholarship Committee
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
CORONA WOMEN’S IMPROVEMENT CLUB
Award: $500 Check will be paid with proof of registration to a college/university
Requirements to Apply:
Senior, academic grades and financial need
3.0 GPA
Norco High School student (Boy or Girl)
Qualities of good citizenship and character which include service to their school or community
Definite higher educational goals
Include in your packet:
General Application
Personal Essay - statement as to interests, contributions to school and statements as to interests, contributions to school and community activities, organizations, goals, plans, and a statement of financial need
2 - Letters of Recommendation (Teacher/School official or Employer/Community Member/Church). Letter should attest to the student’s abilities and good character.
Copy of transcripts
Selection Process:
Selection will be made by the Woman’s Improvement Scholarship committee and will interview to select a winner
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center D-22 on or before 2/5/16.
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DOC NELSON AWARD
Award: 2- $1,000
Requirements to apply:
Norco High senior
Attend college in the fall
3.5 GPA or better
Have lettered in at least one sport
Include in your packet:
General Application
Copy of transcripts
Proof of varsity letter (copy of certificate)
Essay about “How sports has helped you academically?
Selection Process:
Nelson Scholarship Committee will read and select
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center D-22 on or before 2/5/16.
NORCO JAAF AND CHEER: KEN BUCHA SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500 to 1 boy and 1 girl
Requirements to apply:
Open to all Norco High School students who are previous Norco JAAF members
Include in your packet:
General Application
Short essay on how your involvement in Norco JAAF has enriched your life
Personal Essay
Current copy of your transcripts
Selection Process:
Selections based on GPA, volunteer experience and essay
Reviewed and selection made by the Norco JAAF scholarship committee
Due: Turn in your application to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
CENTURY 21 GOLD SCHOLARSHIP
Award: Varies yearly
Requirements to apply:
3.0 GPA
Enrollment in an approved college or university
Demonstrating financial need
Annual household income not to exceed $70,000
Include in your packet:
Century 21 Gold application found at www.c21gold.net, the Career Center, and on page 24 of this handbook.
Copy of transcripts
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2 letters of recommendation
Selection Process:
The Century 21 Gold committee will choose the winner(s).
Due: Turn in to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
CALIFORNIA RETIRED TEACHERS’ SCHOLARSHIP (Corona-Norco Chapter)
Award: Number of awards and amount vary each year
Requirements to apply:
Declared an intention to graduate from college with a bachelor’s degree or better.
Preference will be given to those entering the field of Education.
Attend Corona or Norco High School your senior year
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Include in your packet:
General Application
Personal Essay - Scholastic, citizenship, leadership, personality, potential achievement, community involvement, and financial need
2 Letters of Recommendation
Copy of transcripts
Selection Process:
The Norco High School scholarship committee will select five applications to be reviewed by the Retired Teachers’ Scholarship Committee. An interview will be scheduled to select a winner.
Due: Turn in your application to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
CORONA – NORCO TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
Award: Amounts of awards vary
Requirements to apply: Parent/guardian member of CNTA or student interested in the field of teaching (All
others are welcome to apply) Must have declared an intention to graduate from college with a Bachelor’s Degree or
better, followed a college preparatory course Attended a CNUSD senior high school at least during the entire senior year, and
received grades from each semester.
Shows financial need that is determined through interview and letter Maintains an acceptable activity record in school and community, and scholastic
achievement
Minimum 2.0 GPA
The CNTA scholarship application may be picked up from the Career Center now
Include in your packet:
Awards/Activities listed
List of Honors or awards received in high school
Copy of transcripts
2 Letters of Recommendation
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Personal essay
Selection Process:
NHS Scholarship Committee to select five applicants
CNTA Committee will review, interview, and make final selection
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
GEORGE ALAN INGALLS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $2,500/varies year to year
Requirements to apply:
Student must have participated in 4 years of JROTC
Graduating Norco High Senior
Minimum 3.5 GPA
Leadership position in Corp in a staff position (ex. Flight Commander)
Must complete Community Service in Corp with at least 75% attendance for 4 years
Graduate of Summer Leadership School (SLS)
Attended Military Ball all 4 years
Meet Air Force Physical Training (PT) standards
Attend 2 or 4 year college or trade school in the fall Student must interview with the Scholarship Committee dressed in their Class A
Uniform
Student must have a letter of recommendation from a JROTC instructor If you are interested in this scholarship, please talk to Sgt. Spratley on or before February 12, 2016.
Selection Process:
Students who meet the requirements will be interviewed
George Ingalls Memorial Scholarship Committee will select a winner
JAMES B. EVANS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500
Requirements to apply:
Senior
GPA – minimum 2.5 cumulative based upon first semester of the student’s senior year Plan to enroll in a postsecondary institution (technical school, a two or four year
college or university)
Demonstrate qualities of good citizenship and character Must be the son or daughter of a sworn law enforcement officers (deputy, police,
Highway Patrol, Border Patrol, correctional officers)
Include in your packet:
General Award Application
Two letters of recommendation – One to be from a teacher in a content area related to this scholarship and the other from a staff member or community member (not immediate family)
Personal essay
Copy of your transcripts
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Selection Process:
Selection will be made by the Norco Deputy/CRC Correctional Officers Committee
Possible interview scheduled
Scholarship to be awarded upon proof of enrollment in a post-secondary institution
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
TOWN AND COUNTRY SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500
Requirements to apply:
Senior
GPA – minimum 2.5 cumulative based upon first semester of the student’s senior year Plan to enroll in a postsecondary institution (technical school, a two or four year
college or university)
Must have attended Town and Country and enrolled as a student at some point
Include in your packet:
General Award Application
Two letters of recommendation – One to be from a teacher in a content area related to this scholarship and the other from a staff member or community member (not immediate family)
Personal essay
Copy of your transcripts
Selection Process:
Selection will be made by the Town and Country Committee
Possible interview scheduled
Scholarship to be awarded upon proof of enrollment in a post-secondary institution
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
KIWANIS CLUB OF NORCO SCHOLARSHIP
Award: Number of awards and amounts vary yearly
Requirements to apply:
Strong community and high school involvement
Focused educational goals for employment preparation
Good citizenship
2.5 GPA
Financial need
Include in your packet:
General Application
Personal essay to include information regarding involvement in school, community, church related activities, organizations and clubs to which you belong to. Also include goals/plans and statement of financial need.
Copy of transcripts
Selection Process:
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NHS Scholarship committee will screen applications and submit six (6) candidates to be interview
The Kiwanis Club will interview and make the final selection
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF CORONA – SCHOLARSHIP (Judy Horan Scholarship)
Award: 1- $500
Requirements to apply:
Senior girl who plans to attend a two (2) or four (4) year college or vocational/business school
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Student should have a financial need
Attended Norco High all of her senior year
Include in your packet:
General Application
Personal Essay
Copy of transcripts
2 – Letters of recommendation from teachers or others
Selection Process:
NHS Scholarship committee to select 7 candidates to be interviewed by Soroptimist members
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
AMY MARIE TEMPLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR VISUAL ARTS
Award: 1- $1,000 scholarship
Purpose - To help keep the life and memory of Amy Marie Temple alive in the hearts and minds of her family, friends and Norco High School. This scholarship will enable a graduating senior for Norco High to receive a financial scholarship to help them with the expenses of a college education.
Requirements to apply:
Must be a visual art student at Norco High
The recipient shall not be receiving a full tuition scholarship from any other source
Students must have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA for the fall semester of their graduating year
Students must have completed at least one advanced placement class
Include in your packet:
General Application
Copy of transcripts
Essay typed in the applicants own words, of at least 500 words, but not over 600 words on “Who I AM and What Makes Me Special”
Selection Process:
Selection will be made by the Norco High School Scholarship Committee and a representative from the Amy Marie Temple family will present the award at the Senior
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Awards Night
Payment will be made after proof of tuition/enrollment is provided. Winner will furnish a photo to give to the family of Amy Marie Temple
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
JANE TRESER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500
Requirements to apply:
Senior at Norco High School who will attend California State University Fullerton in the Fall (following graduation)
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Preference given to a student with an interest in Art (if no students have established an interest in Art, GPA will be the determining factor)
Include in your packet:
General Application
Personal Essay
Copy of transcripts
Selection Process:
Copy of class registration or tuition bill required to receive check.
Selection made by Norco High Scholarship Committee
Winner must forward a biography and current photograph to the Treser family (address to be provided)
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
NORCO AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY
MARY GRIFFITH /EVA WALLACE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500
Purpose: To encourage a student to continue his/her education at an institution of higher learning (2 or 4 year college)
Requirements to apply:
At least 3.0 GPA
Good citizenship, leadership, potential, educational plan
A child or grandchild of a veteran
Attending Norco High School all of senior year
Include in your packet:
General application
Child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a veteran (show proof)
Indicate if you have a relative serving in the military. List name, military branch and rank.
Personal Essay
Selection Process:
Norco High School Scholarship Committee will screen applications and submit the top
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five (5) that will be reviewed and final decision made the Norco American Legion Auxiliary.
Scholarship will be paid upon verification of registration at an institution of higher learning
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
INEZ MALONE MEMORIAL BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500
Purpose: To encourage a student to continue his/her education at an institution of higher learning, to further his/her knowledge and skill in the area of Business Administration (2 or 4 year college)
Requirements to apply:
Applicant must plan to go on to further education in the field of business
At least 3.0 GPA
Good citizenship, leadership, personality, achievement
Be the child, grandchild or great-grandchild of a veteran
Attended Norco High School all of the senior year
Include in your packet:
General application
Child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a veteran (show proof)
Indicate if you have a relative serving in the military. List name, military branch and rank.
Personal Essay
Copy of transcripts
Selection Process:
Norco High School Scholarship Committee will screen applications and submit the top five (5) that will be reviewed and final decision made the Norco American Legion Auxiliary
Scholarship will be paid upon verification of registration at an institution of higher learning
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
GRACE MOORE NURSING SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500
Purpose: To encourage a student to continue his/her education at an institution of higher learning in a major within the medical field at a 2 or 4 year college.
Requirements to apply:
GPA of 3.0 Good citizenship, leadership, personality, and potential achievement
Definite plans to pursue a career in the medical field
Attended Norco high School all of the senior year
Child of a veteran
Include in your packet:
General application
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Personal Essay detailing interests
Copy of transcripts
Contribution to school and community activities, medical field
Child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a veteran (show proof)
Indicate if you have a relative serving in the military. List name, military branch and rank.
Selection Process:
Norco High School Scholarship Committee will screen applications and submit the top five (5) that will be reviewed and final decision made the Norco American Legion Auxiliary
Scholarship will be paid upon verification of registration at an institution of higher learning
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500
Requirements to apply:
GPA of 3.0
Good citizenship, leadership, personality, and potential achievement
2-3 years in a performing arts program at NHS
Attend a college or university
Financial need
Include in your packet:
General application
Personal Essay detailing interests
Copy of transcripts
Contribution to school and community activities, medical field
Child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a veteran (show proof)
Indicate if you have a relative serving in the military. List name, military branch and rank.
Selection Process:
Norco High School Scholarship Committee will screen applications and submit the top five (5) that will be reviewed and final decision made the Norco American Legion Auxiliary
Scholarship will be paid upon verification of registration at an institution of higher learning
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
NORCO AMERICAN LEGION
NORCO AMERICAN LEGION LONNIE ROSSITOR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1000
Requirements to apply:
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A Norco high male or female who has lettered in at least one varsity sport
Have a grade point average of at least 3.0 and a student at Norco High
Applicant must have demonstrated qualities of good citizenship and character
Definite educational goals to attend a 2 or 4 year college/university in the fall and pursuing a Criminal Justice, Teaching or Medical Field Degree.
Include in your packet:
General Application
Personal Essay (interests, contributions to school and community activities, goals, etc)
Copy of transcript
2 – Letters of Recommendation
Proof of athletic letter (ex. copy of certificate)
Selection Process:
Selection will be made by the Norco American Legion
Scholarship will be paid upon proof of college enrollment
Award to be presented by Norco American Legion representative
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
NORCO AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP/ALAN BASH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1000
Requirements to apply:
Male or female
Have a grade point average of at least 3.0 and a student at Norco High
Applicant must have demonstrated qualities of good citizenship and character
Definite educational goals to attend a 2 or 4 year college/university in the fall
Preference given to student with an interest in pursuing a degree in the field of Science, Engineering, Math (ex. computers, physics), Teaching
Include in your packet:
General Application
Essay (interests, contributions to school and community activities, goals, etc)
Copy of transcript
2 – Letters of Recommendation
Selection Process:
Selection will be made by the Norco American Legion
Scholarship will be paid upon proof of college enrollment and Award to be presented by Norco American Legion representative
Due: Turn in your packet to the Career Center on or before 2/5/16.
SCHOLARSHIPS WITH OTHER DUE DATES
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NORCO HIGH SCHOOL P.T.S.A. – “FOSTERING THE FUTURE”
Award: Number and amounts may vary annually
Requirements to apply:
Current member of NHS PTSA Student planning to attend a trade school, technical school, community college or four
year university for the upcoming fall quarter/semester
2.0 GPA or better
Include in your packet:
List of accredited college/universities, community colleges, trade/technical schools to which you have applied or have been accepted
Intended major/course of study
Brief statement of your reason for applying for this scholarship. (goals, career plans, any information you feel would be valuable to the selection committee)
Brief statement describing volunteer or school service related activities, PTSA responsibilities you may have
Selection Process:
Selection to be made by the NHS PTA Scholarship Committee
Access application at: http://www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/Page/31292.
Due: Submit via e-mail: [email protected] on or before 4/8/16.
CORONA – NORCO P.T.A. COUNCIL
Award: Varies
Requirements to apply:
Member of PTSA at school attending (CNUSD)
Active volunteer in the community
Attend a college/university in the fall
Include in your packet:
P.T.S.A. Council Application available in the Career Center after it is posted on the Daily Bulletin, on the school website and added to the weekly Scholarship Bulletins.
Recommendations (2)
Copy of current PTSA Membership Card
Selection Process:
Selection will be made by the Corona-Norco PTA Council Scholarship Committee
Due: Turn in your application to the Career Center (Due date to be determined)
CORONA ART ASSOCIATION
Award: $750
Requirements to apply:
At least a “C” grade point average Demonstrated good citizenship and character which includes service to their school or
community
Higher educational goals
Include in your packet:
Application available in the Career Center after it has been announced in the daily bulletin, posted on the school website, and added to the weekly Scholarship Bulletin
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Copy of transcripts
Personal essay
Selection Process:
Interview
Portfolio which includes 3-5 pieces of artwork (to be brought when called for a interview)
Selection made by the Corona Art Association scholarship committee Due: Return application to the Career Center (Due date to be announced during 2nd semester)
CINCO DE MAYO COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $1,000
Requirements to apply: Seniors graduating in the Corona-Norco Unified School District in June. Under-
represented groups in college will be given preference.
GPA of at least 2.0 Demonstrate qualities of good citizenship and character, definite educational goals,
and some financial need
Include in your packet:
Application available in the Career Center after it has been announced in the daily bulletin
Fulltime student at a 2 or 4 year college/university or technical school in the fall
Copy of transcripts
Personal Statement
Selection Process:
Selection to be made by the Cinco de Mayo Scholarship Committee
Recipients may be asked to attend at least two local events related to the Cinco de Mayo Scholarship activities in the academic year (unless the location of the choice of college prohibits this).
Due: Return application to the Career Center (Due date to be announced during 2nd semester)
CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP -CHAPTER 369
Award: Amount varies every year
Requirements to apply: Applicant must be a member or child, grandchild, brother, or sister of a member of
CSEA Chapter 369 Applicant must have at least a 2.0 GPA and demonstrated qualities of good
citizenship and character
Include in your packet:
CSEA application available in the Career Center after it has been announced in the daily bulletin
2 - Letters of recommendation
Copy of transcripts
Essay stating accomplishments and goals
Selection Process:
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Reviewed and selection by the CSEA Scholarship Committee Due: Return your packet to the Career Center (Due date to be announced during 2nd semester)
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS/Court St. Joseph #1420 - Corona
Award: Varies every year
Requirements to apply: Must be a Catholic high school senior registered in a parish in the Corona-Norco
area
Overall GPA of 2.5 or better Enroll in an accredited two or four-year college, trade school, or university in the
Fall
Include in your packet:
Application available in the Career Center after it has been announced in the daily bulletin
Must submit an essay describing ultimate goals and financial need
2 Letters of recommendation: Priest/Teacher/Employer/Club Advisor/Work Supervisor
Show evidence of involvement in the school/community activities
Copy of transcripts
Selection Process:
Selection will be made by the Catholic Daughters Committee Due: Return application to the Career Center (Due date will be announced during 2nd semester)
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MAJOR NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS WORTH APPLYING TO:
Buick Achievers Scholars Program Due: February 2016 Log on to: http://www.buickachievers.com/
CAC Educational Scholarship Foundation Due: January 20, 2016 Log on to: www.cacesf.org
Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr. Scholarship for Young Hispanic Leaders Due: December 31, 2015 Log on to: http://www.ushli.org/student/scholarship.php
Edison Scholars Program Due: February 1, 2016 Log on to: http://www.scholarsapply.org/edisonscholars
Elks National Foundation: Most Valuable Student Scholarship Due: December 5, 2015 Log on to: http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm
Gates Millennium Scholars Program Due: January 13, 2016 Log on to: http://www.gmsp.org/
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Due: Dates vary for different scholarships Log on to: http://hsf.net/
Ronald McDonald House Charities—U.S. Scholarship Program Due: January 20, 2016 Log on to: http://rmhc.org
Scholarship America Dream Award Due: December 15, 2015 Log on to: http://scholarshipamerica.org/dream_award.php
Sons of Italy in America Due: March 1, 2016 Log on to: http://www.sonsofitalyca.org
Check out these scholarships and many more! Check out the resources from pages 3 and 4 of this handbook. Visit the College and Career Center in D-22 often for more updates now and throughout second semester.
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CENTURY 21 GOLD SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
Please print neatly using black ink Name________________________________________________________________________________________ Address___________________________________________________________Phone______________________ Father’s Name________________________________________Employer_________________________________________ Mother’s Name_______________________________________Employer__________________________________________ Cumulative GPA _____________Class Rank________________ Student Counselor__________________________ College/University Choices______________________________________________________________________________________ Planned Major_________________________ Career Goal______________________________________________ Scholarships you have applied for_________________________________________________________________ Elementary School you attended__________________________________________________________________ Middle School you attended______________________________________________________________________ Years at Current High School_____________________________________________________________________ Leadership Roles______________________________________________________________________________ Clubs and Activities____________________________________________________________________________ Community Service____________________________________________________________________________ Awards/Honors received________________________________________________________________________ Please attach two letters of recommendation from non-related sources and your typed essay (one page maximum) about “Why do I deserve the Scholarship, and what qualities do I have that make me valuable” with any other information about yourself that you would like Century 21 Gold, and the Scholarship committee to know about you. Please return the application, letters of recommendation, and essay to the Career Center when completed. Deadline date for submission is February 5, 2016. Please indicate if we may use your photographic likeness in our advertising
Yes___No___ by signing here.__________________________________________ There is a one year redemption period for the scholarship funds from the date the scholarship is awarded. Scholarship will be paid to the student’s school of choice.
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