SCHOLARSHIP NEWSLETTER
2015 – 2016
Updated January 13, 2016
Seniors are responsible for mailing their own scholarships unless directed otherwise in the George
Washington Scholarship newsletter. Scholarship applications that do not have an internet link will be in the
scholarship file cabinet in Guidance. Transcript requests for scholarship applications must be submitted on
the transcript request form at least one week in advance. Mrs. Melton will provide you with the official
transcript to submit with your application.
WEDNESDAY CLUB MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
The Wednesday Club provides merit scholarships for senior students in Danville and Pittsylvania County public schools.
Eligibility:
The student must:
 Demonstrate academic excellence
 Pursue a bachelor’s degree from a college or university
Award amount:
$1,000
How to Apply:
Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.
Deadline:
Postmarked no later than March 21, 2016.
THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY DAN RIVER UNIT 325 SCHOLARSHIP
The American Legion Auxiliary Dan River Unit 325 offers a scholarship to a direct descendant; child, grandchild, great
grandchild, etc or a legally adopted child or a child/children of a spouse by prior marriage or dependent as defined by the United
States of America Armed Services for Veterans of the United States military and National Guard.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
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Plan to attend an accredited college/university
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Be a citizen of the United States and legal resident of Virginia or North Carolina
To be determined by the auxiliary
Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.
April 15, 2016
PAMPLIN LEADERSHIP AWARD
The Pamplin Leader Award is a one-year merit based $5,000 tuition scholarship presented annually to 40 qualified students from
among the Commonwealth of Virginia’s public high schools. The student must apply, receive acceptance, accepts the offer of
admission. Recipients of the Pamplin Leader Award must possess a record of outstanding academic achievement that is
balanced with a commitment to community service and leadership experience. The Pamplin Leadership Award is open to
students applying to majors.
Eligibility:
The applicant must:
 Be a senior enrolled at a Virginia public school planning to attend Virginia Tech
 Have a 3.8 overall GPA
Award Amount:
$5,000
How to Apply:
Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance or at
http://www.univhonors.vt.edu/html/scholarships_pamplin.html. Do not forward your application to Virginia Tech.
You must submit the application to Ms. McKinnie. The GWHS Scholarship Committee will select one
application from all applications submitted. Virginia Tech will disqualify your application if you do not follow the
application procedures.
Deadline:
The completed application and supporting documents are due to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance no later than
January 21, 2016.
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE DAN RIVER REGION SCHOLARSHIPS
Guidance Selected Scholarship: For the three scholarships below complete a Local Universal Scholarship
Application found in the scholarship file in Guidance and on the GWHS website. Write the name of the scholarship on the
appropriate section of the LUSA. The complete application and all supporting documents are due Ms. McKinnie, by noon,
February 15, 2016. Please be aware that in additional to the LUSA you must provide a transcript and letter of
recommendation for each scholarship.
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Irene L. Pritchett Memorial Scholarship – for qualified black graduates from the Danville and Pittsylvania County
Spiro Skenderis Memorial Scholarship – for students who have overcome a hardship
Eileen and Joseph Stendig Scholarship – for deserving students with financial need
Student Selected Scholarships: Applications must be submitted online at www.cfdrr.org. before February 29.
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Adkerson-Dodson Special Education Scholarship – for Danville/Pittsylvania residents who have a need for financial
support and who are pursuing and undergraduate or graduate degree or licensure in special education.
Alger Pugh Memorial Scholarship - Open applications for GW High School athletes, with a preference given to
GW football players.
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Andy Warren Memorial Scholarship - Open applications for GW High School athletes, with a preference given to GW
football players.
Arnold B. Porter & Elizabeth J. Porter Scholarship - Open applications for members of Fairview United
Methodist Church who demonstrate a reasonable need for financial aid.
Danville Academic Boosters Scholarship - Awarded to the top-five graduates of Danville Public Schools as
determined by the School System
Danville Regional Medical Center Auxiliary/Volunteers Scholarship - Open applications for Danville Regional
Medical Center current employees and volunteers and their immediate families (current spouses, children.
Deputy Frankie Lynn Betterton Scholarship - Open applications for deserving Danville/Pittsylvania residents
who have a financial need and who are pursuing a law enforcement career.
Diane Marie Gross Scholarship - Open applications for Danville graduates attending Washington and Lee
University or the College of William and Mary.
Douglas Sager Hayes and Mildred "Mickey" Hayes Scholarship - Open applications for Danville and
Pittsylvania County graduates studying art.
Eileen and Joseph Stendig Scholarship - Guidance departments of Danville Public Schools may nominate
one or two deserving students with a financial need.
Eliza Patterson Hines Memorial Scholarship - Open applications for local graduates pursuing a career in
teaching, preferably in grades 1-7.
First Responder-Hero Education Scholarship - Open applications for Danville, Pittsylvania and Caswell
County graduates whose parents are armed force members or veterans, law enforcement.
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Gail and Walter Gunn Scholarship - Open applications for local African American students with a preference
for those studying business or with an entrepreneurial interest.
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Gantsoudes Scholarship Fund – for graduating seniors of George Washington High School attending college in North
Carolina or Virginia.
GW Class of 1957 Scholarship – for graduating seniors of George Washington High School.
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Hokie Bird Scholarship - Open application for Danville-Pittsylvania County graduates attending Virginia
Tech.
Irene L. Pritchett Memorial Scholarship - Guidance departments may nominate qualified black graduates
from the City of Danville, Pittsylvania County or the Children’s Home of Virginia.
John B. Grubb Scholarship - Open application for Danville and Pittsylvania County graduates.
John R. and Betty B. Eggleston Scholarship - Open applications for Danville, Pittsylvania or Caswell
County graduates.
John Watson Daniel Scholarship – Open application for graduates in Danville, Pittsylvania, or Caswell County.
Preference for descendants of employees or retirees of John W. Daniel Construction Company.
Louise P. Surles Scholarship - Open applications for Danville, Pittsylvania or Caswell county graduates attending the
University of Virginia.
Onnie H. & Bertie W. Milloway Scholarship - Averett University recommends local Danville, Pittsylvania or
Caswell county graduates with a financial need.
Patrick H. Musick Memorial Scholarship - Averett University recommends Danville, Pittsylvania and Caswell
county graduates who are deserving students, with a preference for academically...
Percy and Velna Scearce Scholarship – for graduates in Danville, Pittsylvania or Caswell, who actively support their
religious convictions, are merited and have financial need
Ray M. Harris Scholarship - Open applications for graduates of public and private schools in Danville or Pittsylvania
County, with a preference for Pittsylvania County.
Robert and Bernice Milam Scholarship - Open applications for active members (or students whose parents
or legal guardians are active members) of Third Avenue Congregational Christian.. .
Roy G. and Joan F. Gignac Scholarship Fund – for graduating seniors pursuing technical fields of study, preferably
attending the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Roy L. and Mary G. Doss Scholarship – for graduating seniors of Danville or Pittsylvania County.
Spiros Skenderis Memorial Scholarship - Guidance departments of Danville and Pittsylvania County Public Schools
may nominate one or two students who have overcome a hardship
Steven Bruce Daniels, Jr. Scholarship -Open applications for Danville, Pittsylvania or Caswell county
graduates attending either NC State University or Virginia Tech and plans for.
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Stuart Harris Drama Scholarship – for graduates of Danville Public Schools who are outstanding drama students.
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Susan L. Edwards Memorial Scholarship – for students who are pursuing the field of radiologic technology, and if no
applicants for radiologic technology, then nursing school applicants will be considered.
William Barr Scholarship – for Danville/Pittsylvania graduates attending Hampton-Sydney.
Woodlawn Academy Scholarship – for Danville and Pittsylvania County graduates given to former students and
immediate family or former students.
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WEDNESDAY CLUB MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
The Wednesday Club provides merit scholarships for senior students in Danville and Pittsylvania County public schools.
Eligibility:
The student must:
 Demonstrate academic excellence
 Pursue a bachelor’s degree from a college or university
Award amount:
$1,000
How to Apply:
Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.
Deadline:
Postmarked no later than March 21, 2016
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JT - MINNIE MAUDE CHARITABLE TRUST SCHOLARSHIP
The trust’s primary goal is to provide higher education opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate levels
through financial assistance to deserving and needy students in the Danville and surrounding area. Scholarships will
be selected on the basis of academic achievement and promise, financial need and other related selection criteria.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
The applicant must:
 Be a resident of Pittsylvania, Halifax, Henry, Caswell or Rockingham County and all of the
cities located in these counties for a minimum of twelve months at the time of the application
 Attend an accredited public or private, two or more year college or university, or an institution
offering a one year certificate degree
Varies up to and including a possible full scholarship
Visit the website www.JTMM.org for details.
STAN PARKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – ROANOKE VALLEY WRESTLING ASSOCIATION
The Roanoke Valley Wrestling Association awards an annual scholarship in memory of Stan Parker.
Eligibility:
The applicant must:
 Be a senior from the Blue Ridge, River Ridge, Three Rivers, Pioneer, Piedmont, Western Valley or one
of the independent schools of Roanoke Catholic or North Cross
 Attend a junior college, state or private college, or university
 Be active in wrestling and student activities or the son or daughter of a coach, official, or connected to
wrestling.
 Have maintained a “C” average
Award Amount: $1,000.00
How to Apply:
Applications are available in the scholarship file in Guidance.
Deadline:
Applications are due to the Roanoke Valley Wrestling Association by March 25, 2016.
BUICK ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program funded by the GM Foundation provides scholarship to high school seniors
and undergraduates who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business
with an interest in the automotive industry. The foundation will award scholarships, including renewable scholarships
of up to $25,000 per year. The scholarship program seeks to help those who put forth the effort and find success both
in and out of the classroom, yet are unable to attend college without financial assistance. The majority of the
scholarships will be awarded to students majoring in STEM disciplines.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Have an excellent academic record
 Have financial need
 Have participation and leadership in community and school activities, work experience and interest in
pursuing a career in the automotive industry
Up to $25,000 renewal up to four years for 100 first-time freshman and $2,000 one-time awards for an
additional 1,000 students.
The application and related information is located at www.buickachievers.com
February 29, 2016
VIRGINIA HIGH SCHOOL LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Virginia High School League (VHSL), in partnership with its corporate sponsors offers four scholarship awards
for college bound high school seniors.
Andrew Mullins Courageous Achievement Award – $1500 value
The Andrew Mulling Courageous Achievement Award recognizes a female or male student who had made significant contributions to one
or more VHSL athletic and/or academic activities. The student currently has or has overcome a serious illness, injury or disability, has
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overcome great adversity, such as challenging social or home situations in a positive way; or other extraordinary situations, where the
student has displayed tremendous courage against overwhelming odds. The award requires the student to have (1) a minimum 3.0 GPA
(2) won at least one varsity letter or the equivalent in the VHSL sport/academic activity, involvement in other school sponsored activities,
and (3)involvement in activities outside of school (work, charities, etc.). Application information is located in the scholarship file in
Guidance. For consideration for the award the application must be submitted by the school. Return the application and all required
documents to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance by noon, Friday, February 19.
Allstate Foundation/VHSL Achievement Award (Athletic) - $1500 value
The award requires the student to have (1) a minimum 3.0 GPA (2) won at least one varsity letter or the equivalent in the VHSL sports
activity (3) involvement in other school-sponsored activities and (4) involvement in activities outside of school (work, charities, etc.).
Application information is located in the scholarship file in Guidance. For consideration for the award the application must be submitted by
the high school. Return the application and all required documents to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance by noon, Friday, February 19.
Allstate Foundation/VHSL Achievement Award (Academic) - $1500 value
The award requires the student to have (1) a minimum 3.0 GPA (2) participate in a VHSL academic activities of , debate, drama,
forensics (ACE), creative writing, newspaper, yearbook, magazine, scholastic bowl or film festival (3) involvement in other schoolsponsored activities and (4) involvement in activities outside of school (work, charities, etc.). Application information is located in the
scholarship file in Guidance. For consideration for the award the application must be submitted by the high school. Return the
application and all required documents to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance by noon, Friday, February 19.
Virginia High School League Savage Scholarship Award - $500 value
Each year the VHSL awards one college-bound senior who has participated and excelled in school publications
(magazine, newsmagazine, newspaper and yearbook), and for at least two years has demonstrated outstanding
personal qualities such as leadership, writing, proficiency, design aptitude, creativity, teamwork and character.
The applicant must be: (1) A graduating senior with a minimum of two years as a staff participant in GWHS
school publications; yearbook, newspaper, literary magazine or have achieved equivalent participation through
contributions to community or professional publications. (2) Have demonstrated one or more of the following
personal qualities, leadership, writing skills, design aptitude, creativity, organization, industry, teamwork, character
and (3) Apply to an accredited college, university or educational institution beyond the secondary school level. For
consideration for the award the application must be submitted by the high school. The application and required documents
are due to Ms. McKinnie by 12:00 noon Friday, February 19.
Vito Periello Citizenship Award - $1,000 value
This scholarship is available for seniors wishing to further their education in medicine or an allied health field at an institution of higher
learning including universities, colleges, and trade schools.
For purpose of this award the student must:
 Graduate at the end of the current school year
 Have participated as an Athletic Student Training Aide
 Participated in at least one activity offered by the League
 Have contributed to family, school and community
 Promoted good citizenship and sportsmanship
 Provide two letters of support, one from a school official and one from any other non-family member with knowledge of
applicant’s contribution to citizenship
 Written essay
 Have demonstrated actions in sportsmanship in athletic or academic activities or exemplary acts in coming to the
assistance of those in need; and/or
Contributions to the family, school and community, or the arts, the environment, education, health or human services
through volunteer efforts;
 Have overcome the odds, moving beyond significant hardships or family or societal difficulties to enhance the quality of the
life of others.
For consideration for the award the application must be submitted by the high school. The application and required
documents are due to Ms. McKinnie by 12:00 noon Friday, February 19.
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MARY JORDAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Mary Jordan Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Mary Wescott Jordan who died at the age of 23 following
heart surgery. The award is sent directly to the educational institution of the recipient’s choice.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Be a graduating senior
 Attend a college, university or seminary
To be determined by the Advisory Committee of the scholarship fund
Follow the instructional page for the Mary Jordan Memorial Scholarships located in the scholarship file
in Guidance and complete the GWHS Local Universal Scholarship Application form located in the
scholarship file and on the GWHS website.
Completed applications are due to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance by noon March 1, 2016.
DANVILLE CHAPTER OF CHUMS, INC
The Danville Chapter of Chums, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that promotes charitable, educational, and religious activities in
the community.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 A senior
 Be planning to further their education after high school
Two $500.00 scholarships
Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.
The completed application and all requested items are due to Chums by Monday April 18, 2016
THE CAROLE JOHNSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Carole Johnson Memorial Scholarship established in 1963 by friends to memorialize a young woman who was devoted to a
variety of academic, community, and extra-curricular activities at George Washington High School. The purpose of the fund is
to recognize young women who show promise of future achievement and service. Students for the scholarships will be selected
based on Christian character, unselfish service to others, potential for future contributions to the human community, extracurricular activities, academic achievement and personality. Scholarship recipients are students who best exemplify Carole
Johnson’s commitment to academics, school and community service activities, and dedication to unselfish service to others.
Scholarship funds are awarded on a competitive basis to a student or students, who have been admitted to an accredited fouryear college or university.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The student must:
 Be a senior lady graduating from GW May 2016
 Demonstrate outstanding commitments to academics, school and community activities, unselfish
service to others and potential for future contributions to the human community
 Plan to enroll in an accredited four-year college or university in the continental United States the
following academic year
$9,000 approximately
Additional Information is located in the scholarship file in Guidance. Complete the GW Local Universal
Scholarship Application located in the scholarship file and on the GWHS website.
Return the completed application and supporting documents to Ms. McKinnie by noon, Tuesday, March 1,
2016
Noon, March 1, 2016
VIRGINIA GOLF FOUNDATION VSGA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM OF THE VIRGINIA GOLF
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The Virginia Golf Foundation administers the VSGA scholarship program. The VSGA created the VSGA scholarships for Virginia
high school students with an interest in golf and attending college within the commonwealth. The criteria for the scholarship are
based on academic achievement, an interest in golf (skill level not important), character and financial need.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
determined.
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Be a Virginia high school senior
 Domicile in Virginia since September 1, 2015
 Be in good academic standing acceptable to the Virginia Golf Association
 Have an interest in golf (skill level not important)
 Be a person of character
Grants ranging from $1,000 to $7,000 were awarded in 2014-2015. Awards for 2015-2016 to be
Apply online at scholarships.VSGA.org
Postmarked by Monday February 24, 2016 or submitted online and received online by midnight
February 24, 2016.
AMERICAN MUNICIPAL POWER, INC. (AMP) SCHOLARSHIPS
AMP, the non-profit wholesale electric power supplier for the City of Danville and 132 other municipalities funds the Lyle B.
Wright Scholarship for a student whose household receives electricity from an AMP member system. The recipient of the
scholarship is chosen based on academic performance, a well-written essay, good score on the public power test and
participation in a variety of extracurricular activities/programs.
Eligibility:
The applicant must:
 Be a graduating senior who will attend college or technical school
 Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.
 Be a well-rounded student
 Have a record of participation in a variety of extracurricular activities/programs.
 Be the member of a household that receives electricity from an AMP member system.
Award Amount: $2,000
How to Apply:
Complete the Local Universal Scholarship Application (LUSA) located on the scholarship link of the
GWHS website.
Deadline:
Return the completed LUSA to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance by noon, Monday, November 23, 2015.
VIRGINIA PTA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Virginia PTA offers scholarships to graduating Virginia high school students who are planning to enter teaching or other
youth-serving professions.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Attend a school that has a PTA or PTSA association in good standing
 Reside in Virginia and graduate from a Virginia public high school
 Plan to pursue a career in teaching or qualify for service with a youth serving agency
 Enter a Virginia college or university in September following the date of application for the scholarship
 Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better
 Provide evidence of financial need and academic achievement
$1,200.00 scholarship memorializing M. Frieda Koontz
$1,200.00 scholarship honoring S. John Davis
Additional $1,000.00 scholarships
Applications are available at www.vapta.org and are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.
Return the completed application and required documents (three letters of recommendation, transcript, SAT
and/or ACT test scores) to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance by noon, Tuesday, February 1, 2016.
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU STUDENT OF INTEGRITY SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
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The Better Business Bureau Serving Western Virginia offers the annual “Student of Integrity Award” to honor seniors
in the 32 county service areas who personify high ethics as demonstrated through leadership, community service,
overall personal judgment and academic history.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Be a member of the graduating class of 2016
 Have a 3.0 GPA
$1,000
The application and information is located in the scholarship file in Guidance or at www.bbb.org/western-virginia
January 29, 2016
DANVILLE RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Danville Retired Teachers Association provides a scholarship to a chosen candidate enrolled in a college to become a
teacher.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Be a graduating senior planning to attend college for a career as a teacher
 Have maintained grades of a “C” average or better
$500.00
Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.
Completed applications are due to Ms. McKinnie by noon, Tuesday, March 29, 2016.
THE AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY DAN RIVER UNIT 1097 MICKEY HAYES’ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The American Legion Auxiliary Dan River Unit 1097 offers a scholarship to a direct descendant (child, grandchild, great
grandchild, etc. or a legally adopted child) of a US wartime veteran who served on active duty during one or more of the periods
of war officially designated as eligibility dates for membership in The American Legion as determined by the United States
Government.
Eligibility:
The applicant must:
 Have a GPA of 3.0
 Plan to attend an accredited college/university
 Be a citizen of the United States and legal resident of Virginia or North Carolina
Award Amount:
To be determined by the auxiliary
How to Apply:
Applications are located in the scholarship file in Guidance
Deadline:
March 1, 2016
THE AMERICAN LEGION HIGH SCHOOL ORATORICAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The purpose of the American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program is to develop a deeper knowledge
and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States.
Eligibility:
Participants must be citizens of the United States or permanent residents of the United States, under
20 years of age; enrolled in high school, and domiciled in the state they enter competition.
Award Amount:
State Scholarship 1st place $1,100.00, 2nd and 3rd place $600.00
National Scholarship 1st place $18,000; 2nd place $16,000; 3rd place $14,000
How to Apply:
Specific contest rules may be found online at www.legion.org/oratorical. For dates, sites, and deadline
information concerning local, district and state level competition,
individuals should contact their local American Legion post or their respective state headquarters
office of the The American Legion.
Deadline:
District contests are to be completed in January, following the local Post contest.
HUGHES MEMORIAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
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Hughes Memorial Foundation awards Scholarships to individuals for higher education or job training with preference being
given to needy and/or disadvantaged children living in the Virginia counties of Pittsylvania, Halifax, Mecklenburg, Charlotte,
Campbell, Bedford, Franklin, Henry and Patrick; the North Carolina counties of Stokes, Rockingham, Caswell, and Person; and
the cities of Virginia and North Carolina that are located geographically within those counties. Preference is also given to needy
and/or disadvantaged children in these counties who are linear offspring of Hughes Memorial Home when it was an orphanage.
The Hughes Memorial Foundation Scholarship application and additional information is located at
www.hughesmemorialfoundation.org. The enrollment period begins January 1, 2016 and the deadline for the application and all
supporting documents is April 1, 2016.
THE GLORIA AND CARLOS R. BELL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
Gloria and Carlos R. Bell longtime, longtime residents of Gloucester County, Virginia created a trust fund to provide
scholarship support to forward the careers of students pursuing degrees in engineering, mathematics, physics,
computer science or another related scientific field at the University of Michigan. The scholarship is based on
academic accomplishments rather than financial need. The scholarship will provide financial support to students
selected from the Commonwealth of Virginia, with a preference given to residents of the Gloucester, Virginia area.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Have a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
 Be a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia
$80,000 ($20,000 yearly for four years)
The application and information may be found at www.bellscholarship.org.
February 1, 2016
Schollly is an application to find scholarship for high school senior, current undergraduates, and
graduate students. Designed to ease the scholarship search process, Scholly’s adaptive matching
engine promises to deliver smarter, targeted lists of scholarship. The cost of the app is $2.99 for
each device. Use at your own discretion.
Scholly: Scholarship Search - Android Apps on Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edu.schollyapp
Scholly: Scholarship Search on the App Store - iTunes - Apple https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scholly-scholarship.
https://www.myscholly.com/register
SUNTRUST OFF TO COLLEGE SWEEPSTAKES
One winner will be chosen every two week until May 13, 2016. Students may register once every two weeks after
each drawing for the next drawing.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
Applicant must be a high school senior and eligibility is not based GPA or financial need
Thirty scholarships valued at $500 are awarded.
Visit suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes for details.
Two winners are randomly chosen every two weeks from October 30, 2015 to May 13, 2016.
TOBACCO REGION SCHOLARSHIP PRGRAM-SOUTHSIDE
The Tobacco Region Scholarship Program-Southside provides assistance with tuition for eligible students who live within the
approved localities of the Southside Virginia region.
Eligibility:
The applicant must:
 Be a resident of the Southside Virginia and have resided in Southside Virginia for 12 months
 Be a United States citizen
 Be seeking or plan to seek a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited 4 year college or university
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Award Amount:
How to Apply:
information.
To be determined
Go to http://tobacco.swcenter.edu . Click Notify Me in the upper right and fill out the requested
VIRGINIA PTA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Virginia PTA offers scholarships to graduating Virginia high school students who are planning to enter teaching or other
youth-serving professions.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Attend a school that has a PTA or PTSA association in good standing
 Reside in Virginia and graduate from a Virginia public high school
 Plan to pursue a career in teaching or qualify for service with a youth serving agency
 Enter a Virginia college or university in September following the date of application for the scholarship
 Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better
 Provide evidence of financial need and academic achievement
$1,200.00 scholarship memorializing M. Frieda Koontz
$1,200.00 scholarship honoring S. John Davis
Additional $1,000.00 scholarships
Applications are available at www.vapta.org and are located in the scholarship file in Guidance.
Return the completed application and required documents (three letters of recommendation, transcript, SAT
and/or ACT test scores) to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance by noon, Tuesday, February 1, 2016.
COMCAST LEADERS AND ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program funded through the Comcast Foundation recognize high school
seniors from Comcast communities for their commitment to community service, academics, and demonstrated leadership.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Have a grade point average of 2.8 or higher
 Demonstrate leadership abilities in school activities or through work experience
 Have strong commitment to and involvement in community service
 Plan to attend an accredited, nonprofit college, university, or vocational/technical school in the United
States
$1,000.00
Complete the GWHS Local Universal Application (LUSA) scholarship file in Guidance.
Return the completed (LUSA) application to Ms. McKinnie by October 30.
October 20, 2015
JEFFERSON SCHOLARSHIP TO THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
The Jefferson Scholars Foundation seeks to find high school seniors who possess exceptional ability in leadership and
scholarship who show promise of making significant contributions to the University community as students and to society as
graduates. Successful candidates for the Jefferson Scholarship have demonstrated uncommon academic abilities, exceptional
leadership talents and an understanding of the broader community around them. Nominees are typically within the top 5-10
percent of their class, have taken the most challenging course load and possess an intellectual curiosity and vigor for learning.
The Jefferson Scholars Foundation does require as a condition of nomination that each nominee agree not to make application
to a college or university under a binding early decision plan, however any senior who wishes to apply to a college or university
under a non-binding plan would be eligible to compete for and win a Jefferson Scholarship. Applying to the University of
Virginia is highly encouraged, but not required of nominees.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
Graduating senior with an exceptional academic record and demonstrated leadership ability
Students receive a stipend sufficient to cover the full cost of attending the university.
Complete the Local Universal application (LUSA) located on the GW website and Guidance scholarship file and
return to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance.
The completed LUSA is due to Ms. McKinnie by the end of the school day on Thursday, October 8, 2015.
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How to Apply:
Complete the Local/Universal application and return to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance.
COCA-COLA SCHOLARS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Coca Cola Scholarship offered by the Coca-Cola Foundation provides support to students of various academic disciplines.
The award is based on character, personal merit, academic achievement and motivation to succeed and serve. Scholarship
recipients must demonstrate strong leadership in school, civic and extracurricular activities.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Be a graduating senior
 Have a 3.0 GPA
 Plan to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.
National scholars - $20,000.00, Regional scholars - $10,000.00
Apply at www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org
October 31, 2015
DAVIDSON COLLEGE – THE JOHN MONTGOMERY BELK SCHOLARSHIP
The John Montgomery Belk Scholarship recognizes and rewards students of demonstrated superior intellectual and personal
achievement, as well as significant leadership ability. The scholarship is renewable annually and provides the equivalent of the
college’s annual cost (tuition, fees, room and board valued at $60,000 yearly. Each scholar receives two special study stipends
(up to $3000 per stipend) to pursue international study and other enrichment activities.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Be a graduating senior with an exemplary academic record
 Possess the attributes of integrity, intellectual excellence, global awareness, leadership ability and
potential
Approximately $240,000
Complete the Local/Universal application (LUSA) and return to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance. The LUSA
application is located on the GW scholarship website or in the Guidance Scholarship File.
Return the completed LUSA application to Ms. McKinnie by noon, Monday, October 12, 2015.
THE GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Gates Millennium Scholars Program, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation provide scholarships to outstanding
low income African Americans, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American students
with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest.
Eligibility:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native (tribal
enrollment), Asian Pacific Islander, or Hispanic American
 Be a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the U.S.A.
 Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a weighed 4.0 scale
 Enroll at an accredited U.S. college or university as a full time student
 Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular, or
other activities
Apply at https://www.gmsp.org
January 13, 2016
HORATIO ALGER ASSOCATION SCHOLARSHIP
The scholarship program provides financial assistance to students who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and
perseverance in overcoming personal adversity.
Eligibility:
The applicant must:
 Be a high school student
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Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
Be committed to pursue a bachelor’s degree at an accredited institution (recipient may start
their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)
 Be a United States citizenship
 Have critical financial need ($55,000 or less adjusted gross income per family, if higher
explanation must be provided.
 Be involvement in co-curricular and community activities
 Have a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Range in award value from $2500 to $20,000.
Submit an online application at www.horatioalger.com/scholarhips
October 25, 2015
ASIAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
Deadline:
The applicant must:
 Be of Asian and/or Pacific Islander ethnicity as defined by the U.S. Census
 Be enrolling as an undergraduate student in a U.S. accredited college or university in the fall of 2016.
$2,500 - $15,000
http://apiasf.org/scholarship
January 8, 2016
UNC-CHARLOTTE LEVINE SCHOLARSHIP
The Levine Scholarship, the most prestigious merit based scholarship provides full tuition, room, board, mandatory fees, and
funding for individually tailored summer enrichment experience.
Eligibility:
Award Amount:
How to Apply:
The student must:
 Be an outstanding senior who demonstrates evidence of experience, motivation, and commitment
toward the ideals of the Levine Scholarship Program
 Have a GPA of 3.8 – 4.0 unweighted
 Score 1900 – 2400 on the SAT or 29 – 36 on the ACT composite
 Demonstrate a commitment to community service, hold an academic record that reflects a sustained
intellectual curiosity, and possess a capacity for ethical leadership
Approximately $155,000 for four years
Submit the GWHS Local Universal Application to Ms. McKinnie in Guidance by noon Monday, October 12,
2015.
Scholarship Websites
The websites below provide outstanding scholarship search databases.
Scholarship Tips
1.
Apply for every scholarship that you feel you might have a chance to win. Do not limit yourself to the large awards. If
you are eligible for several small awards, apply for them. They can add up.
2. Search for scholarships at the colleges you are applying.
3. Meet all deadlines. Be aware of the time required to complete an application.
4. Search free scholarship databases.
The websites below provide outstanding scholarship search databases.
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www.finaid.org
www.collegefund.org (Native American)
www.hsf.net (Hispanic)
https://scholarships.uncf.org/
www.apiasf.org (Asian American)
www.latinocollegedollars.org
www.fastaid.com
www.gmsp.org (Gates Millennium Scholars)
www.military.com/Careers/Education/ScholarshipSearch/
www.scholarshipamerica.org
www.petersons.com
www.discovercolleges.com
www.scholarships.com
www.Cappex.com
www.college-scholarships.com
www.scholarshipsonline.org
www.scholarship4students.com
www.scholarshipexperts.com
www.fastweb.com
www.Free-4U.com
www.MeritAid.com (database for merit scholarships from colleges across the county)
zinch.com
findtuition.com
5. Start using the databases listed in the Scholarship Newsletter today.
6. Be aware of scholarship frauds.
7. Do not pay to get money for college.
8. Do not pay to register on a scholarship database. Scholarship information is and has always been public information.
Do not pay individuals or businesses to find scholarship money for college. These individuals and businesses build their
database from public information. .
Don’t Pay for Help to Find Money for College
Commercial financial aid advice services can cost well over $1,000. You might have heard or seen these claims at seminars,
over the phone from telemarketers, or online:
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"Buy now or miss this opportunity." Do not give in to pressure tactics. Remember, the “opportunity” is a chance to
pay for information you could find yourself free.
“We guarantee you’ll get aid.” A company could claim it fulfilled its promise if you were offered student loans or a
$200 scholarship. Is that worth a fee of $1,000 or more?
“I’ve got aid for you; give me your credit card or bank account number.” Never give out a credit card or bank
account number unless you know the organization you are giving it to is legitimate. You could be putting yourself at risk
of identity theft.
Don’t Pay for the FAFSA
Several Websites offer help filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for a fee. These sites are not affiliated
with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education. We urge you not to pay these sites for assistance.
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If asked for your credit card information while filling out the FAFSA online, you are not at the official government site.
Remember, the FAFSA site address has .gov in it! (U.S. Department of Education)
Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
How Does Identity Theft Happen?
Criminals gain access to personal data such as names, social security numbers, and bank and credit card information. Using
the stolen data, the criminal can fraudulently obtain credit cards; establish cellular phone accounts, and more.
Reduce Your Risk When Applying for Aid
 After completing the FAFSA online, exit the application and close the browser, any cookies created during your session
will be deleted automatically
 Don’t tell anyone your Federal Student Aid PIN, even if that person is helping you fill out the FAFSA
 Review your financial aid award documents and keep track of the amounts applied for and awarded
 Never give personal information over the phone or Internet unless you made the contact. If you have questions about a
solicitation or about your student loan account, call 1-800-4-FED-AID.
 Federal Student Aid securely stores your information on the National Student Loan Data System. However, if you
complete or even request a student loan application from a lender, you may be granting the lender permission to
access your file. Before providing personal information to an organization, review its privacy policy.
 Shred receipts and documents with personal information that are no longer useful.
 Immediately report all lost or stolen identification to the issuer and to the police, if appropriate. (U.S. Department of
Education)
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