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Norco High School Scholarship Handbook

Alejandra Villalobos

2019-2020

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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Rob Ibbetson, Principal

Tony Amabile, Assistant PrincipalNick Beronich, Assistant PrincipalBriana Hurd, Assistant Principal

Josh Cameron, Assistant Principal-Athletics

GUIDANCE STAFF David Bell

Jill BradfordKristine Breaux-McCullough

Sherry SanchezRachel TurnerLori Motonaga

COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER Alejandra Villalobos

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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 recommendation 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 letters.

3. Turn in your scholarship application packets on or before Friday, February 7, 2020 to the Career Center (located in the counseling office)

4. Please read through all of the scholarships and only apply to those that you are qualified to receive.

We sincerely hope that your senior year will be happy, exciting and full of many scholarship awards. See you at Senior Awards Night!

Mrs. Rachel Turner Miss. Alejandra VillalobosCounselor Career TechnicianScholarship Coordinator

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Scholarship Search Sites

Reliable and most importantly, FREE scholarship search engines are listed below. 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/ scholarship s/

Student Scholarships: Register to be matched with scholarships and grants that fit their student profile. www.studentscholarships.org

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 discovered 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. ALWAYS check for the sponsor’s contact information before applying. NEVER give your credit card or bank account information to receive aid. If anything looks suspicious in your searches check with me in the Career Center

and I will help you confirm that it’s a legitimate website and/or scholarship. Feel free to e-mail the link to [email protected]

Visit the Career Center for more scholarship information and tips today!

Happy hunting! Miss. Villalobos, Career and College Technician

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.californiacolleges.edu/

http://www.unigo.com/

http://www.studentscholarships.org/

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Tips to Find ScholarshipsThere are many places to search for scholarships outside of a scholarship search website. Here are a few places to check:

@ Norco High School (NHS)

1. The school website Log on to https://norcohs.cnusd.k12.ca.us/

2. Be part of the Career Center’s Remind text messaging For seniors only. Text this code: @nhsco2020 to 81010

@ Other Places

1. Your parent’s employment/union

2. Any associations/organizations with which your parents or grandparents are involved

3. Your future college, university, military, or technical school

4. Major retail companies or corporations, such as: McDonalds, Best Buy, Burger King, Coca Cola etc.

Career Center(Located in the

Counseling Office)

Join Remind text messaging

For Seniors only. Text: @nhsco2020 to 81010

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NORCO HIGH SCHOOLGENERAL 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?

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Why did you choose to pursue this field? (List experience you may have in this field)

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List advanced courses which you have completed or in which you are currently enrolled (example: AP courses, math, physics, etc.).

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

List clubs, activities, sports, on and off campus and/or student government participation (Indicate grade levels and offices held).

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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List any awards and/or honors you have received while in high school. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe and list work or community/volunteer experiences you have had. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Cite any experiences you have 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.

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 3:30 p.m. on or before Friday, February 7, 2020.

No late scholarship packets will be accepted after this date. No exceptions!

Title Page w/ Scholarship Name

and your full name

General Award Application

Personal Essay Your personal essay

with your first and last name on the upper

right hand corner of the page

Transcripts A copy of your

unofficial transcripts

Letters of Recommendation

2 or 3 letters of recommendation (if required)

Other proof Such as a varsity

letter award or proof of caregiver Veteran

Armed Forces

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Your Personal Essay

Please plan carefully. Give yourself plenty of time to write your personal statement.

Format for the essay: Font size = 12 Double-spaced No more than 2 pages

Write an essay that will provide a comprehensive picture of yourself.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 such as 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 intended major field of study (if you have decided).6) State your financial needs – explain why the scholarship will help you fulfill your

dreams. (very important).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 it on the computer so it can be revised and personalized for a specific scholarship.

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CORONA WOMEN’S IMPROVEMENT CLUB + CHEMICAL ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPAward: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements to Apply:

Demonstrating financial need Minimum GPA 3.0 Demonstrated good citizenship and character which include service to their school or

community Defined higher educational goals Chemical Engineering Scholarship: Planning to study in this type of field.

Include in your packet: Women’s Improvement Application (available in the Counseling Office when

announced) Personal Essay - statement as to your interests, contributions to school, community

activities, organizations, goals, plans, and a statement of your financial need Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community

member/church). Letter should attest to the student’s abilities and good character Copy of your unofficial transcript

Selection Process: Selection will be made by the Woman’s Improvement Scholarship committee

Due: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

CORONA-NORCO MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION AWARD (CNMA)Award: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements 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 in a post-secondary education field Minimum GPA of 3.0

Include in your packet: CNMA application (available in the Counseling Office when announced) One page essay outlining past achievements, future plans, scholastic achievements,

GPA and your leadership ability An explanation of your financial need (include in personal essay) Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community

member/church). Letter should attest to the student’s abilities and good character.Selection Process:

NHS Scholarship committee to select six applicants Interviews will be scheduled to select the winner. Final selection made by CNMA

Scholarship CommitteeDue: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

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DOC NELSON AWARDAward: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements to apply:

Norco High Senior Attend college in the fall Minimum GPA 3.5 Lettered in at least one sport

Include in your packet: General Award Application Copy of your unofficial transcript Proof of varsity letter (copy of certificate) Essay prompt: “How have sports helped you academically?” Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community

member/church). Letter should attest to the student’s abilities and good characterSelection Process:

Doc Nelson Scholarship Committee will review and select a winnerDue: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

CENTURY 21 GOLD SCHOLARSHIP Award: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements to apply:

Minimum GPA 3.0 Enrollment in an accredited college or university Demonstration of financial need

Include in your packet: Century 21 Gold application (available in the Counseling Office when announced) Personal Essay Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation

Selection Process: The Century 21 Gold committee will select the winner(s)


CALIFORNIA RETIRED TEACHERS’ SCHOLARSHIP (Corona-Norco Chapter)Award: Number of awards and amount vary Requirements to apply:

Declared an intention to graduate from college with a bachelor’s degree or higher Preference will be given to those entering the field of Education Attend Corona or Norco High School your senior year

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Minimum 3.0 GPA Include in your packet:

General Award Application Personal Essay – include scholastic achievements, citizenship, and leadership abilities,

positive personality traits, community involvement, and financial need

Two letters of recommendation Copy of your unofficial transcript

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


CORONA – NORCO TEACHERS ASSOCIATION (CNTA)Award: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements to apply:

The student’s parent/guardian is a member of CNTA, or the student is interested in the field of teaching

Must have declared an intention to graduate from college with a Bachelor’s Degree and followed a college preparatory course in high school

Attended a CNUSD high school during the entire senior year Shows financial need that is evident through interview and essay Maintains activities in school, community and scholastic achievement Minimum GPA 2.0

Include in your packet: CNTA scholarship application (available in the Counseling Office when announced) List of honors or awards received in high school Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation Personal Essay

Selection Process: NHS Scholarship Committee will select five applicants CNTA Committee will review, interview, and make the final selection


GEORGE ALAN INGALLS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPRequirements to apply:

Student must have participated in four years of JROTC Minimum 3.5 GPA Leadership position in JROTC (ex. Flight Commander) Must complete Community Service in JROTC with at least 75% attendance for four

years

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Graduate of Summer Leadership School (SLS) Attended Military Ball all four years Meet Air Force Physical Training (PT) standards Attend two or four year college or trade school in the fall Student must interview with the Scholarship Committee dressed in their Class A

Uniform

If you are interested in this scholarship, please talk to Sgt. Spratley on or before February 7, 2020 Selection Process:

Students who meet the requirements will be interviewed and will be asked to be interviewed at a later date

George Ingalls Memorial Scholarship Committee will select a winnerDue: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

TOWN AND COUNTRY SCHOLARSHIPRequirements to apply:

Senior Minimum GPA 2.5 Plan to enroll in a postsecondary institution (technical school, a two or four year

college or university) Must have attended and enrolled as a student at some point at Town and Country

(preschool or daycare)Include in your packet:

General Award Application Two letters of recommendation – One to be from a teacher and the other from a staff

member or community member (not immediate family) Personal Essay Copy of your unofficial transcript

Selection Process: Selection will be made by the Town and Country Scholarship Committee Possible interview scheduled by Town and Country Scholarship to be awarded upon proof of enrollment in a post-secondary institution


KIWANIS CLUB OF NORCO SCHOLARSHIPAward: Number of awards and amounts vary Requirements to apply:

Strong community and high school involvement Focused educational goals for employment preparation Good citizenship Minimum GPA 2.5 All key club members get an interview

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Include in your packet: General Award Application Personal Essay to include information regarding involvement in school, community,

church related activities, organizations and clubs to which you belong. Also include goals/plans and statement of financial need

Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community


NHS Scholarship committee will screen applications and submit six candidates to be interviewed

The Kiwanis Club will interview and make the final selectionDue: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

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KIWANIS CLUB OF NORCO ELAINE PARK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPAward: Number of awards and amounts vary Requirements to apply:

Senior girl who plans to go into a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)

Good citizenship Minimum GPA 2.5





NHS Scholarship committee will screen applications and submit six candidates to be interviewed

The Kiwanis Club will interview and make the final selectionDue: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF CORONA – SCHOLARSHIP (Judy Horan Scholarship)Requirements to apply:

Senior girl who plans to attend a two or four year college or vocational/business school Minimum 2.0 GPA Student should have a financial need

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Attended Norco High all of her senior yearInclude in your packet:

General Award Application Personal Essay Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation from teachers or other school staff members

Selection Process: NHS Scholarship committee to select seven candidates to be interviewed by Soroptimist

membersDue: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF CORONA (STEM SCHOLARSHIP)Requirements to apply:

Senior girl who plans to go into a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)

Minimum 2.0 GPA Student should have a financial need Attended Norco High all of her senior year

Include in your packet: General Award Application Personal Essay Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation from teachers or other school staff members

Selection Process: NHS Scholarship committee to select seven candidates to be interviewed by Soroptimist

membersDue: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

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AMY MARIE TEMPLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR VISUAL ARTSPurpose - 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 senior

year Students must have completed at least one advanced placement class

Include in your packet:

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General Award Application Copy of your unofficial transcript Five hundred to 600 word essay on the topic “Who I Am and What Makes Me Special” Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community


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 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


NORCO AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY

MARY GRIFFITH /EVA WALLACE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPPurpose: To encourage a student to continue his/her education at an institution of higher learning (two or four year college)Requirements to apply:

Minimum 3.0 GPA Good citizenship, leadership, potential, and clear educational plan for their future. A child or grandchild of a US Armed Forces Veteran Attended Norco High School entire senior year

Include in your packet: General Award application Child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a US Armed Forces Veteran (show proof) Reference any relative serving in the military. List name, military branch, and rank Personal Essay Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community


Norco High School Scholarship Committee will screen applications and submit the top 5 applicants who will be reviewed and final decision made by the Norco American Legion Auxiliary

Scholarship check will be provided upon verification of registration at an institution of higher learning


INEZ MALONE MEMORIAL BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIPPurpose: 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 (two or four year college)Requirements to apply:

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Applicant must plan to further their education in the field of business Minimum 3.0 GPA Good citizenship, leadership, personality characteristics and academic achievement Child, grandchild or great-grandchild of a US veteran Attended Norco High School entire senior year

Include in your packet: General Award application Child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of a US Armed Forces Veteran (show proof) Indicate if you have a relative serving in the military. List name, military branch and

rank. Personal Essay Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community

member/church). Letter should attest to the student’s abilities and good character

Selection Process: Norco High School Scholarship Committee will screen applications and submit the top

five candidates that will be interviewed and final decision made by the Norco American Legion Auxiliary



GRACE MOORE NURSING SCHOLARSHIPPurpose: To encourage a student to continue his/her education at an institution of higher learning in a medical field major at a two or four year college.

Requirements to apply: Minimum GPA of 3.0 Good citizenship, leadership, personality, and potential for achievement

Defined plans to pursue a career in the medical field Attended Norco high School entire senior year Child of a US Armed Forces Veteran

Include in your packet: General Award application Personal Essay detailing interests Copy of your unofficial transcript Contribution to school and community activities, and plans to enter the medical field List name, military branch, and rank of parent or grandparent serving in the US military Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community



five candidates and a final decision will be made the Norco American Legion Auxiliary

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PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPRequirements to apply:

Minimum GPA of 3.0 Good citizenship, leadership qualities, and the potential for high achievement Two to four years active in the performing arts program at NHS Plan to attend a college or university Have a demonstrated financial need

Include in your packet: General Award Application Personal Essay detailing interests and contributions to the school and community Copy of your unofficial transcript

List name, military branch, and rank of parent/grandparent Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community



five candidates and a final decision will be made by the Norco American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship check will be provided upon verification of registration at an institution of

higher learning


NORCO AMERICAN LEGION NORCO AMERICAN LEGION: JAMES E. WALSH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPRequirements to apply:

Male or female student athlete who has lettered in at least one varsity sport Minimum GPA 3.0 Applicant must have demonstrated qualities of good citizenship and high moral

character

Plan to attend a two or four year college/university in the fall pursuing a degree in criminal justice, teaching, or the medical field

Include in your packet: General Award Application

Personal Essay (interests, contributions to the school and community, future goals, etc.) Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation Proof of an athletic letter awarded (ex. copy of certificate)

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Selection Process: Selection will be made by the Norco American Legion Scholarship will be paid upon proof of college enrollment


NORCO AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP/ALAN BASH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPRequirements to apply:

Minimum GPA 3.0

Applicant must have demonstrated qualities of good citizenship and character Plan to attend a two or four year college/university in the fall Preference given to student with an interest in pursuing a degree in the field of Science,

Technology, Engineering, Math (ex. computers, physics)Include in your packet:

General Award Application Personal Essay (interests, contributions to school and community activities, goals, etc.) Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation



NORCO AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP/GARY B. NANCE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPRequirements to apply:

Minimum GPA 3.0

Applicant must have demonstrated qualities of good citizenship and high character Plan to attend a two or four year college/university in the fall

Include in your packet: General Award Application Personal Essay (interests, contributions to school and community activities, goals, etc.) Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation



NORCO AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP/AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS SCHOLARSHIP Minimum GPA 3.0

Applicant must have demonstrated qualities of good citizenship and high character Plan to attend a two or four year college/university in the fall

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Include in your packet: General Award Application Personal Essay (interests, contributions to school and community activities, goals, etc.) Copy of your unofficial transcript Two letters of recommendation



BEACON HILL ASSEMBLY OF GOD SCHOLARSHIPAward: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements to apply:

Demonstrate altruistic characteristics and values Minimum GPA of 2.5 Good citizenship

Include in your packet: General Award Application + Beacon Hill Application (found in the Counseling Office

when announced) Personal essay to include information regarding involvement in school, community,

church related activities, organizations, and clubs to which you belong. Include goals/plans and statement of financial need

Two letters of recommendation: Priest/Teacher/Counselor/Employer/Club Advisor/Work Supervisor

Focused educational goals Copy of your unofficial transcript

Selection Process: Selection will be made the Beacon Hill Association


NORCO EASTVALE ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP Requirements to apply:

Demonstrated strong high school involvement Minimum GPA of 2.5 Good citizenship Focused educational goals for employment preparation Rotary Interact members shall be given preference



Two letters of recommendation: priest/ teacher/ counselor/ employer/ club advisor/ work supervisor

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Selection Process: Selection will be made by the Norco Eastvale Rotary Club


CORONA GIRLS SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPAward: Amount varies Requirements to apply:

Demonstrated strong high school involvement Minimum GPA of 2.5 Good citizenship Focused educational goals for employment preparation



Two letters of recommendation: Priest/Teacher/Counselor/Employer/Club Advisor/Work Supervisor


Selection Process: Selection will be made by the Corona Girls Softball Association


NORCO HIGH SCHOOL P.T.S.A. (Parent Teacher Student Association) – “FOSTERING THE FUTURE” Award: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements to apply:

Current member of NHS PTSA (must show proof) Student planning to attend a trade school, technical school, community college or four

year university for the upcoming fall quarter/semester Minimum GPA 2.0

Include in your packet: General Award Application List of accredited college/universities, community colleges, trade/technical schools to

which you have applied and/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 Two letters of recommendation (teacher/ school official or employer /community

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Selection to be made by the NHS PTA Scholarship Committee Due: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20

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CINCO DE MAYO COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIPAward: Number of awards and amount vary Requirements to apply:

Seniors graduating in the Corona-Norco Unified School District in June. Under-represented groups in college will be given preference

Minimum GPA 2.0 Demonstrated qualities of good citizenship and character, clearly defined higher

education goals, and a statement of financial needInclude in your packet:

Cinco de Mayo application (available in the Counseling Office when announced) Fulltime student at a two or four year college/university or technical school in the fall Copy of your unofficial transcript Personal Essay Two letters of recommendation

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 or the choice of college prohibits this)

Due: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20 _________________________________________________________________

CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP (CSEA) -CHAPTER 369

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Award: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements 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 Counseling Office when announced) Two letters of recommendation Copy of your unofficial transcript Personal Essay stating your accomplishments and goals

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Selection Process: Review and selection made by the CSEA Scholarship Committee

Due: Turn in your packet to the Counseling Office on or before 2/7/20 TOMMY DAY JR. FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPAward: Number of awards and amounts vary Requirements to apply:

Female softball player and male baseball team player Applicant should have post-high school education goals and a career path Applicant should have a grade point average of 3.0 or greater In addition to their participation in athletics, the applicant will also be evaluated in their

leadership roles and community service organizationsInclude in your packet:

General Award Application + Tommy Day Jr application (available in the Counseling Office when announced)

Personal Essay to include information regarding involvement in school, community, church related activities, organizations and clubs to which you belong. Also include goals/plans and statement of financial need



The Board of Directors for Tommy’s Angels will review the applicants Scholarship Application


MAJOR NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS WORTH APPLYING TO: CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS/Court St. Joseph #1420 - CoronaAward: Number of awards and amount varyRequirements to apply:

Must be a Catholic high school senior registered in a parish in the Corona-Norco area

Minimum GPA 2.5 Enroll in an accredited two or four year college, trade school, or university in the fall

Include in your packet: Catholic Daughters application (available in the Counseling Office when

announced) Must submit an essay describing your ultimate goals and financial need Two letters of recommendation: Priest/Teacher/Counselor/Employer/Club

Advisor/Work Supervisor Show evidence of involvement in school and or community activities Copy of your unofficial transcript

Selection Process: Selection will be made by the Catholic Daughters Scholarship Committee


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CAC Educational Scholarship Foundation Due: See website for due date Log on to: www.cacesf.orgScholarships for Young Hispanic Leaders Due: See website for due date Log on to: http://www.ushli.orgEdison Scholars Program Due: See website for due date Log on to: http://www.scholarsapply.org/edisonscholars Elks National Foundation: Most Valuable Student Scholarship Due: See website for due date Log on to: https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfmGates Millennium Scholars Program Due: See website for due date Log on to: http://www.gmsp.org/Hispanic Scholarship Fund Due: Dates vary for different scholarships Log on to: https://www.hsf.net/

Check out these scholarships and many more!

Join Miss. Villalobos on Remind and text @nhsco2020 to 81010 and never miss important information!!!

And visit the College and Career Center located in the Counseling Office often for more updates now and throughout second semester.

https://www.hsf.net/

https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm

http://www.scholarsapply.org/edisonscholars

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