Counselor’s Newsletter
From the Desk of Brook Fleshman, Guidance Counselor
La Plata High School - 660-332-7001 - October 4, 2012
Hello Students and Parents!
I will periodically be sending out a newsletter with information about important upcoming test dates,
workshops, scholarships, and college related material. If you are reading the hard copy of this letter,
know that the newsletter will also be posted on my web page of the school’s web site
www.laplata.k12.mo.us each time a new one is available. There is even more information and links on
my web page about the above topics. Staying up-to-date by checking the website or daily bulletin is a
great first step to ensure you are getting prepared for life beyond high school.
If you are exploring the option of college, it is best if you can take the ACT at least once during the first
semester so you can have the opportunity to improve your score before reporting it on scholarship and
college applications. A couple of points can make a big difference! There is only ONE test date left in
this first semester (see below)! If your score is still not satisfactory, retaking it in the spring will certainly
still benefit you if your score improves. For more information on the ACT, the rest of the test dates, or
to register online, go to www.actstudent.org.
ACT Test Date
Registration Deadline
December 8, 2012
November 2, 2012
**If needed, you can always register a few weeks after the deadline and pay a late fee.**
Okay, great, so you know to take the ACT and maintain a good grade point average if you are interested
in college. Then what? Begin your post-secondary search now, no matter what your plans after high
school are: jobs, additional training needed and where, technical schools, or colleges/universities. I
recommend applying to all likely options as soon as possible to ensure you meet all necessary deadlines.
Once you have applied, consult with me on where to send your high school transcript. Please be aware
that many schools will not consider your application complete until they have received a transcript.
The next step after you have started the application process is to take a visit to your top choice schools,
attend all senior meetings, and begin the financial aid/scholarship search. Many institutions have
separate deadlines and applications for their financial aid awards – check your school’s website or call
their financial aid office for questions. Another excellent resource for post-secondary information will
be the SENIOR INFORMATION & FINANCIAL AID NIGHT in the high school commons on THURSDAY,
OCTOBER 18TH AT 6:00 PM. Specific information on the FAFSA will be presented that evening along with
other useful material. Both parents and students are highly encouraged to attend. It should answer
several of your worrisome questions about financial aid and give you the information you’ll need to start
preparing financially.
College application and scholarship season are here whether you are ready for it or not! Do not let it
overwhelm you. Make small goals and work on applications periodically instead of at the time of the
deadline. It is easier said than done, I know!  There are thousands of great scholarships offered on
the internet and local scholarships will be available in the spring. On the following pages you will find a
list of all current scholarships available that have come across my desk. This list will continually be
updated as the year progresses and a list can also be found on the guidance website. Read over all
eligibility requirements first and double check that all parts of the application are complete. Some
scholarships ask for recommendations or counselor verification. This will require the application be
completed ahead of time to ensure the extra requests have ample time to be finished and returned to
you in time to meet the deadline.
Lastly, I want to inform you about the steps I have taken to help your student start their post-secondary
search. During the past few weeks I met with every senior individually and explained the college
application process, showed them how to access all of the available scholarships, and discussed with
them the upcoming opportunities that are listed below.
Upcoming Opportunities:
COLLEGE FAIR AT KIRKSVILLE
Kirksville High School is holding a college fair for area juniors and seniors on Monday, October 15, 2012
at 6:30 p.m. Almost all of the area colleges and universities will be represented as well as various
military branches. This event is free for students and their parents to come meet the representatives
from various schools and learn more information back the schools that interest you.
LA PLATA SENIOR INFORMTION AND FINANCIAL AID NIGHT
Thursday, October 18th at 6:00 pm all La Plata seniors and their parents are encouraged to attend an
informational meeting about financial aid, the FAFSA, scholarships, and college admissions.
MACC & MU Tour
I will be taking the senior class to Moberly Area Community College and the University of MissouriColumbia to tour their campuses on Thursday, December 6th. Students will see a glimpse in to what it is
like to be a student at these schools and use it as a comparison for their other interested schools.
(Students are allowed two personal college visit days throughout the year, however please inform me
ahead of time about these trips in order to be excused from school.)
Senior year is very exciting and memorable, enjoy each minute while still staying focused on your goals
ahead! If you have any questions throughout the year please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Brook Fleshman
Due Date
September 30,
2012
Scholarship
Application
Various Due Dates for Farm Bureau's Scholarship Program: http://www.mofb.org/PromotionEduc
ation/Scholarships.aspx
Missouri Farm Bureau Ambassador Scholarship, C.R.
Johnston Scholarship, Missouri Farm Bureau Scholarship,
Click Here for the Vocational
MFB for Ag Scholarship, Dodge Scholarship, County Farm
Application
Bureau Scholarship, Vocational Scholarship Program
October 1, 2013 Linn State Technical College - Various Scholarships
http://www.linnstate.edu/admissions
for various
/scholarships/
scholarships
February 15,
2013 for general
scholarships
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Missouri’s Cattlemen Foundation
http://www.mocattle.com/scholarshi
October 1, 2012 Download and print the scholarship form and return it to the pprogram.aspx
Missouri’s Cattlemen Foundation to be eligible for a $1,000
scholarship. Applicants must be a current paid member of
the Missouri Junior Cattlemen's Association or their
parent/guardian must be a member of the Missouri
Cattlemen’s Association.
October 2, 2012 Wendy’s High School Heisman Award
www.wendysheisman.com
Eligibility for application is limited exclusively to men and
women entering their senior year of high school in the 20122013 academic year who have at least a "B" grade average
and participate in at least one of the 27 sports officially
sanctioned by the National Federation of State High Schools.
Students are judged based on their academic achievements,
community service involvement, and athletic
accomplishments. Two National Award Winners, 1 male and
1 female, are selected from the 12 National Finalists, and are
honored during ESPN’s national telecast of the College
Heisman Memorial Trophy presentation.
October 15, 2012 Washington University in St. Louis – William H. and
See Mrs. Fleshman for more details.
Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholars Program
Any student interested in attending Washington University,
please see Mrs. Fleshman for a scholarship opportunity.
October 25, 2012 The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students who www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
have: demonstrated integrity and perseverance in
overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need,
a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college
education, and a desire to contribute to society.
October 31, 2012 Coca Cola Scholarship
https://www.coca-colascholars.org/
Seniors in high schools throughout the United States who
meet the eligibility requirements may apply each year for
one of 250 four-year, achievement-based scholarships.
Amounts vary. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens, planning to
pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary
institution, carrying a minimum 3.0 GPA at the end of their
junior year of high school.
November 1,
Missouri Science & Technology – Chancellor’s Scholarship See Mrs. Fleshman for more details.
2012
November 15,
2012
December 1,
2012
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2012
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December 1,
2012
December 7,
2012
Any student with an ACT score of 30 and above and rank in
the top 10% of their class or have a 3.75 cumulative GPA
that is interested in attending Missouri S&T, please see Mrs.
Fleshman for a scholarship opportunity.
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
http://haganscholarships.org/
1. The dollar amount of each scholarship will vary
depending on the amount of the recipient’s Expected Family
Contribution (EFC) as determined by the Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the amount of other grants,
scholarships and awards obtained by or awarded to the
recipient. Up to $10,000.
2. Each scholarship may be renewed for up to three (3)
additional years if the recipient fulfills the conditions for
renewal of the scholarship.
3. First year recipients will be required to attend, before
entering college, a free two (2) day summer workshop
including food and lodging in Columbia, Missouri on Time
Management, Financial Planning, Goal Setting and
Achievement, and Recipient Responsibilities.
4. Minimum academic Requirements:
a. Must have a 3.25 GPA or higher.
b. Must score 23 or higher (composite score) on the ACT.
5. Each recipient of a scholarship must contribute toward
the cost of his or her education by working a minimum of
240 hours prior to the start of each subsequent academic
year.
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship - Are you active http://www.axa-equitable.com/axain your community? Have you led a project that benefits
foundation/about.html
others? Have you overcome personal challenges? You may
qualify for an AXA Achievement Scholarship!
University of Missouri – Columbia, Freshman Scholarship: To review and apply for general
Not all scholarships are automatic; it’s important that you scholarships at
apply for additional scholarships that you may quality
for! Visit http://sfa.missouri.edu/types-ofMizzou visit www.sfa.missouri.edu
aid/scholarships/all-scholarships.php for more
information. Your college application must be submitted by
December 1 to be considered for these scholarships.
AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with U.S.
http://www.axa-equitable.com/axaNews & World Report - Are you active in your community? foundation/about.html
Have you led a project that benefits others? Have you
overcome personal challenges? You may qualify for an AXA
Achievement Scholarship!
University of Missouri – Columbia, Business – Ponder
Check out
Minority, Robert J. Trulaske and Sam Walton: For the first www.business.missouri.edu/scholarsh
time three scholarships for MU’s business school are
ips and apply to compete for all three
available at one website! Keep in mind to apply as an
renewable scholarships.
incoming freshman and be eligible for MU scholarships you
must submit your college application by December 1.
The Elks National Foundation will award 500 four-year
http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mv
scholarships to the highest-rated applicants.
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December 15,
2012 for early
bird drawing
Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United
States is eligible to apply.
Applicants need not be related to a member of the
Elks.
College students are not eligible to apply.
Applicants must be citizens of the United States on
the date their applications are signed; permanent
legal resident status does not qualify.
Male and female students compete separately.
Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and
financial need. Ranging from $1,000 per year to $15,000 per
year, Most Valuable Student scholarships are for students
pursuing a four-year degree, on a full-time basis (minimum
of 12 semester hours), in a U.S. college or university.
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation
http://www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/es
A variety of scholarships specific to Missouri
aresidents. Amounts range from $500 - $7,500.
foundation/scholarships/results/?stat
e=Missouri
Postmarked
February 1, 2013
deadline
December 31, The Conservation Foundation of Missouri
http://www.swcs.missouri.edu/Schola
2012
Ed Stegner Natural Resource $1,000 Scholarships rships/CFM/CFMO_scholarship.pdf
Applicants must be Missouri residents from any county or
city in the state who are or plan to be enrolled as an
undergraduate at a Missouri college or university in the
chosen discipline of study. Preference will be given to
individuals with a demonstrated financial need.
January 1, 2013 National Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship. Applicants
http://www.nwtf.org/jakes/xtreme/sc
must have at least a 4.0, must have a hunting license, must holarships.html
hold a current NWTF membership.
January 13, 2012 National Multiple Sclerosis Society Scholarship - High school www.nationalmssociety.org/scholarsh
seniors who have MS or who have a parent with MS as well a ip
plan to attend an accredited post-secondary school for the
first time. Amounts vary between $1,000 and $3,000.
January 15, 2013 Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship - Competition www.gwcf.org
open to all high school seniors who are U. S. citizens and are
planning careers of service to the United States in local,
state, or federal government. Entrants receiving full fouryear scholarships shall be eligible only for one-year special
awards. Awards for those entering Armed Forces Colleges
are eligible for one-year special awards. Scholarships range
from $1,000 to $5,000.
January 16, 2013 Gates Millennium Scholars Award: Scholarship amounts
Application available at
vary. Students of African American, American Indian/Alaska http://www.gmsp.org/
Native, Asian Pacific Islander or Hispanic American, citizens
of US with a 3.3 GPA and demonstrated leadership through
community service, extracurricular and meet Federal Pell
Grant eligibility are eligible.
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Missouri State Society Daughters of the American
Please see Mrs. Fleshman for the
January 23, 2013 Revolution
application
Several different scholarships are available, but all require a
sponsorship letter from a MSSDAR chapter and 4 letter of
National Information:
recommendations. Many National scholarships are available http://www.dar.org
as well.
Applications
Indian Hills Foundation Scholarship - All students who have http://www.ihcc.cc.ia.us/finaid/schola
reviewed in Feb, applied to or enrolled at Indian Hills Community College in a rships.html
April, and July credit program,either full-time or part-time, and have
graduated from an accredited high school or have earned a
GED,are eligible to apply for Indian Hills Foundation
Scholarships. All Indian Hills Foundation Scholarships,both
general fund and named scholarships, are awarded based
upon academic achievement, citizenship,
character and the ability to benefit from financial assistance.
February 1, 2013 Peter J. Greve Memorial TKE Alumni of Northwest Missouri http://www.nwtke.com/content/scho
State University Scholarship. $1000 scholarship available to larship
graduating seniors (male or female). To be eligible,
applicants must have maintained a high school cumulative
GPA of 3.0 or above. The applicant must be an accepted
entering freshman by Northwest Missouri State University
and nominated by a TKE alumnus. No specific major is
required.
Various due
Northwest MO State University Scholarships: $500 - $5000 http://www.nwmissouri.edu/finaid/Fr
dates beginning scholarships available to incoming freshman planning to
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February 1, 2013 attend Northwest. You must be ACCEPTED for admission to
NW by Feb. 1 and have submitted scholarship application
materials. ACT requirements for these diverse scholarships
range from 21-31.
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Hy-Vee Foundation Scholarship Program
www.hy-vee.com
February 10,
All high school seniors working for Hy-Vee or a son or
2013
daughter of a Hy-Vee employee are eligible to apply for this
$1,000 scholarship. All applicants must have taken the ACT.
February 28,
The Educational Foundation of the Missouri Society of CPAs http://leap2013
(MSCPA) LEAP Scholarship - High school seniors may win
forward.com/scholarships.html
college scholarships of $500, which will be awarded based
on academic achievement, test scores, demonstrated
leadership potential, and educator recommendation. Points
will be awarded for each category. The high school students
with the highest total of points will be awarded
scholarships. If you have an interest in becoming a CPA this
is a great scholarship, as you may be eligible for a $1000
scholarship the following year!
Eligibility:
High school student member of the Missouri Society of
CPAs. High school student membership is FREE. Join Here!
March 7, 2013 Farm Kids for College Scholarship - applicants must be a
http://www.nfo.org/Scholarships/Def
high school senior and major in an agricultural field at an
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accredited college or university.
March 31, 2013 Missouri Broadcasters Association Scholarship - Students http://www.mbaweb.org/mc/page.do
intending to pursue a career in broadcasting are considered ?sitePageId=23560
for this scholarship.
April 20, 2013 for American Legion Scholarship Program:
all
Lillie Lois Ford Scholarship
M.D. “Jack” Murphy Memorial Nurses Training Fund
Joseph J. Frank Scholarship
Charles L. Bacon Memorial Scholarship
Erman W. Taylor Memorial Scholarship
Shane Dean Voyles Memorial Scholarship
May 1, 2013
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Airconditioning Engineers is offering scholarships for the 201314 school year for students interested in careers in
mechanical engineering, HVAC&R engineering or
engineering technology.
http://www.missourilegion.org/defaul
t_016.htm
http://www.ashrae.org/membership-conferences/studentzone/scholarships-and-grants/highschool-senior-scholarships