J. F. Webb Campus
Nov. & Dec., 2012
Senior Update
APPLY ON LINE:
Most schools prefer the online application. It is neater and they can receive it quicker. You can register by
going directly to that school’s website or visit www.cfnc.org. Visit CFNC.org to fill out your information just
once but send it to several schools. You can also select for CFNC to send your transcript as well as a final
transcript in June. The sooner you apply the better, because scholarships and schools can let you know of your
acceptance status. You don’t need ACT or SAT scores to apply. You can have them sent to the schools later.
“College Planning: A Family Tool Kit” is a great and extremely useful publication designed to
improve access to college and help students and families better understand the steps of planning for college
(Applying, Paying, & Enrolling), guide you through college, and prepare you for life after college. The toolkit
is available in both English and Spanish. To access an electronic version go to
www.meredith.edu/admissions/toolkit.
NCAA Clearing House
Students planning to play or participate in a sport after high school must submit your high
school transcript and must file an application with the NCAA Clearing House. This application
can only be submitted on-line and there is a fee. Please visit http://eligibilitycenter.org.
Additionally, students should have their SAT or ACT scores forwarded directly to the
Eligibility Center by using code “9999” when they take the SAT or ACT. See Ms. Green for
more information.
Dates of Interest:
Jan. 5 – FAFSA Support Session - Saturday, January 5 at 2:00 PM at the Southern Branch Library. This is
open to ALL GCS students and their parents. Sarita Broadway from CFNC will be the facilitator.
Feb. 23 – FAFSA Day at VGCC 9 am – 12 noon. Get FREE help from financial specialists and college aid
professionals to complete and submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) electronically. It
is important to take the following items: 2012 federal tax returns (student and parents), FAFSA PINs (four digit
ID numbers) for student and one parent (visit pin.ed.gov), and 2013-2014 FAFSA on the Web Worksheet (visit
fafsa.gov).
TEST DATES:
SAT - Register and pay at sat.org/register.
Dec. 1 – The deadline to register was Nov. 1.
Jan. 26 - The deadline to register is Dec. 28.
Mar. 9 - The deadline to register is Feb. 8.
May 4 - The deadline to register is April 5.
June 1 - The deadline to register is May 2.
** Students who earn a 1200 on any two sections of the SAT become apart of our prestigious “1200
Club.” Please let Ms. Green, Mrs. Hicks, or Mrs. Salisbury know once you achieve this status!
ACT – Register and pay at www.actstudent.org.
Dec. 8 - The deadline to register was Nov. 2.
Feb. 9 - The deadline to register is Jan. 11.
Apr. 13 - The deadline to register is March 8.
June 8 - The deadline to register is May 3.
NOTE:
 When registering be careful to choose the correct high school in which you are a student.
o Webb High School – School Code = 342985
o Webb SHLS – School Code = 342994
 On the day that you test, you will need to take your admission ticket, picture ID, #2 pencils, and an
approved calculator with back up batteries. You will NOT be allowed to test without your
admission ticket and picture ID.
FREE TEST HELP:
TESTING WEBSITES:
www.cfnc.org
www.number2.com
www.collegeboard.com/satprep
www.collegeboard.com
www.act.org
www.number2.com
www.cfnc.org
www.testprepreview.com
SENIOR WEBSITES:
WWW.FASTWEB.COM
WWW.BROKESCHOLAR.COM
WWW.WIREDSCHOLAR.COM
WWW.CFNC.ORG
WWW.NUMBER2.COM
WWW.COLLGENET.COM
WWW.COLLEGE-SCHOLARSHIPS.COM
WWW.COLLEGEBOARD.COM
WWW.FINDTUITION.COM
WWW.ACT.ORG
WWW.FAFSA.ED.GOV
www.WeeklyScholarshipAlert.org
INFORMATION ABOUT FINANCIAL AID:
WWW.CFNC.ORG
WWW.ED.GOV
WWW.FAFSA.ED.GOV
WWW.FINAID.ORG
WWW.PELLGRANTSONLINE.ED.GOV
WWW.AMERICORPS.ORG
WWW.ED.GOV/DIRECTLOAN
WWW.ASTRIVESTUDENTLOANS.COM
OPEN HOUSE AND COLLEGE VISITS
I urge you to visit the campus of the schools that you’re interested in attending as well as surf their websites.
Most schools have an Open House for prospective students. This is a time for you to ask questions, attend
classes, view the campus, see ball games, etc. Webb SHLS allows you to use two college days to visit your
prospective campus. Before attending, see Mrs. Hicks for a Prior Approval Form. Upon returning to school,
attach the Prior Approval Form with documentation from the college and submit both forms to Mrs. Hicks.
College days are excused absences, but still count as one of the 8 days that you are allowed to miss. For more
information on tours, events, and scholarships at a specific university check their website.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES and AWARDS
1) SAE Engineering Scholarships- In recognition of the important contributions made by engineers in
improving the quality of our lives, particularly those related to mobility, the Society of Automotive Engineers is
proud to offer a number of scholarships to qualified students who are interested in the study of engineering and
related sciences. Go to www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm to apply. Application deadlines vary.
2) The 2012 Martin Luther King, Jr. Student Essay Contest is sponsored by the Granville County Human
Relations Commission. All high school students are invited to participate. The theme is “Dr. MLK, Jr.: One
Dream, One World.” Prices: 1st place – Apple iPod nano; 2nd place - $50 iTunes Gift Card; 3rd place - $25
iTunes Gift Card. The winning entries will be honored at the Martin Luther King, Jr. breakfast on January 21,
2013. The first place winner will be asked to read the winning essay at the breakfast. See Ms. Green or Mr.
Small for more information on the essay topics, submission requirements, and judgment criteria. Completed
essays can be given to Mr. Small (Webb) or Ms. Green (SHLS) to be delivered to the Granville County
Manager’s Office by 4:30pm November 30, 2012.
3) Appalachian State University Scholarship applications will be incorporated into the admission
application. Students must complete the application for admission and scholarships and submit other required
materials (transcript and test scores) by the December 1st deadline date to be considered for scholarships.
Students will have to complete the scholarship portion of the CFNC application prior to submitting the
application and will not have a chance to go back later to apply separately for scholarships. To keep in contact
with the admissions representative for our area visit: http://www.admissions.appstate.edu/contact-us.
4) Webb Original Poetry Contest - Prizes: $20 gift card for 1st place, $15 gift card for 2nd place, & $10 gift
card for 3rd place. Prizes may also be given for: Best use of Rhyme, Best use of original Figurative Language,
or Best use of Form. Poems are due on December 3, 2012 to Mrs. Doerfler or your English teacher. All
Honorable Mentions will be invited to read their poems at Barnes & Noble at Webb’s Bookfair on December
7th. Prizes will be awarded at Barnes & Noble on December 7th.
5) High School Heroes supporting the American Red Cross. Are you passionate about your community and
driven to give back? Are you ambitious and outgoing, and a strong supporter of the American Red Cross?
High School Heroes is a philanthropic leadership & scholarship program. Scholarships are made possible by
The Grainger Foundation. The top three fundraisers (individual or teams) will earn scholarships of $5,000,
$2,000 & $1,000, respectively. Four other outstanding fundraisers will earn $500 scholarships. The application
due date is Friday, December 7, 2012. Download an application at www.TriangleRedCross.org. High School
Heroes runs from January – March 31, 2013, with an awards ceremony on April 12th.
6) Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) U.S. Scholarship Program seeks to invest in students who
are exemplary role models in their communities and have the initiative to fulfill their educational goals.
Graduating high school seniors, visit www.rmhc.org for more information or apply at
https://aim.applyists.net/RMHC. The application deadline is December 20, 2012.
7) Templeton Press is sponsoring an essay contest that is open to any high school senior who intends to enroll
at an institution of higher learning by fall of 2013. The contest has no special requirements; it only asks each
entrant to write a thoughtful essay about his or her life's purpose. Contestants will be judged solely on the
quality of their ideas and their ability to express themselves. The contest carries prizes ranging from $1,000 up
to $5,000 and it runs through December 31, 2012. Full entry information can be found at:
http://lawsoflifecontest.com/
8) UNC-Greensboro Academic Scholarships- Minimum qualifications for these scholarships are: SAT of
1800 and a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above. For more information visit: fia.uncg.edu/meritawards. The
deadline is January 4.
9) John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest – The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation invites
U.S. high school students to write an essay on an act of a political courage by a U.S. elected official who served
during or after 1956. First-place winner receives $10,000. Second-place winner receives $1,000. Up to five
finalists receive $500 each. You could also win an expense-paid trip to Boston to receive recognition by
Caroline Kennedy. For contest information, registration, and to submit your essay, visit the Profile in Courage
Award Program at www.jfklibrary.org. The submission deadline is January 5, 2013.
10) GFWC-NC Sallie Southall Cotton Scholarship – Applicant must be: a senior at an accredited N. C.
High School; in the upper fourth of his/her class; and attending a four-year college or university in N. C. Please
see Ms. Green (SHLS) or Mr. Small (Webb) for further requirements and an application. Applications are due
to Ms. Green or Mr. Small by Jan. 8, 2012.
11) Meredith College Teaching Fellows - Meredith College is actively recruiting a freshman class of
Meredith College Teaching Fellows for the 2013-14 academic year. Interested students can access the
application and other documents on the Meredith College Teaching Fellows website at
www.meredith.edu/teachfel. Completed applications are due in the Office of Admissions by January 15,
2013. Some students will be invited to interview on campus during Scholars Week-end (February 17-18, 2013)
for a spot in the freshman cohort class of Meredith College Teaching Fellows. Students selected as Meredith
College Teaching Fellows will receive enriched programming, including seminars, attendance at cultural
events, a sophomore trip, a two year placement beginning their junior year with a mentor teacher in Wake
County Public Schools, and an opportunity to study abroad.
12) Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarship provides a generous scholarship for study at: NC State, UNC-Chapel
Hill, or UNC-Greensboro. Scholarships can be renewed for up to three additional academic years, and include
generous stipends for summer educational opportunities that include study abroad programs, internships and
research grants. Apply online at CFNC.org/Brooks. Paper applications are not available. Students will also
need to apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at
FAFSA.gov. All documents must be received by the Brooks Foundation by January 31st. See Ms. Green
(SHLS) or Mr. Small (Webb) for more information.
13) The Elon University Watson and Odyssey Scholarships are need-based scholarships awarded to
prospective members of the Freshman Class. Students who complete the Watson and Odyssey Scholarship
application will be considered for each of the following applicable scholarship opportunities: The Watson,
Eure, Georgeo, MacMahon and Susan Scholarships. These scholarships range in value from $30,000 to
$48,000 over four years and include grants up to $4,000 for global study, internships, service, research, or
leadership. Descriptions and selection criteria for each endowed scholarship is listed on the application which
is available online at www.elon.edu/apply. The application deadline is February 10, 2013.
14) Vance Granville Community College Scholarships – The scholarship application can be found on their
website at www.vgcc.edu. Click Students, then Scholarship Application which is listed under Resources.
To be eligible to apply for a scholarship, you must have at least a 2.5 GPA. Scholarships are awarded on a
yearly basis beginning with Fall Semester (half of the scholarship amount is awarded for Fall and the remainder
for Spring). March 15 is the first priority deadline for consideration for a scholarship for any upcoming school
year.
15) SunTrust Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes - $1,000 Scholarship for students. It is free to enter
and eligibility is not based on GPA or financial need. You will have 15 chances to win with one winner chosen
every two weeks from October 26, 212 through May 10, 2013. For complete details and to enter online visit
their website at offtocollege.info.
16) AnimationCareerReview.com 2nd annual "Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship Program.
is offering high school seniors the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship. This will be awarded to students
who are interested in pursuing an animation career path at an accredited post-secondary school or college.
Interested students should visit their website, http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ to find eligibility
information along with the online application link/form that is found on the right side of the page. .
17) NCSU Scholarship Awards Program – Information may be viewed at
http://ced.ncsu.edu/admissions/scholarships.
18) NCSU will host College of Education Showcase events this fall for high school students interested in
degrees in teacher education. For more information and to register online, visit http://ced.ncsu.edu/visit-us.
19) UNC/DUKE- The Robertson Scholars Program awards full tuition, room, board and a living stipend at
UNC-Chapel Hill, or full tuition at Duke. Please visit www.robertsonscholars.org for more information.
20) College Foundation- College Foundation can help you find the financing solution that is right for you. For
scholarships, grants and loan programs call 1 (800) 600-3453 or www.cfnc.org
21) North Carolina Veterans Scholarships- Children of deceased or disabled veterans; full scholarships; call
Division of Veterans Affairs in Raleigh (919) 733-3851 or 693-1484.
22) Air Force ROTC Scholarships- This scholarship is for full tuition, fees, a textbook allowance and
$150/month allowance. To compete for this scholarship, you must have a strong academic record, be in the top
25% of the senior class and have a 1200 SAT score. Please call 1(800) 423-7682 or visit www.afrotc.com
23) The American Legion - Need a Lift? - Scholarship and financial aid information at your fingertips! Get
Money for College. The kind you don’t pay back! For more information visit: www.legion.org/needalift.
24) www.scholarships.com – Create a profile on scholarships.com to research scholarships, valuable financial
aid information, find colleges, and allow colleges to find and recruit you - All for FREE.
25) www.WeeklyScholarhipAlert.org- They email 1-5 scholarship notices each week to parents and college
bound students so that you get reminders. There is no charge and they do not gather personal information
beyond name and email address.
26) www.wendysheisman.com – Search and Apply scholarships.
27) Interested in today’s Military Services? Valuable information can be found at
todaysmilitary.com/futures – a simple, easy-to-use site that brings all the information you need right to your
desktop.
28) The Christian Connector, Inc. provides a FREE Christian college information service as well as a $2,500
Christian college scholarship drawing. Students can simply log onto www.ChristianConnector.com to request
information and automatically be entered in the $2,500 scholarship drawing! The Christian Connector, Inc. also
offers an Online Christian College Scholarship Resource Program. This FREE web resource allows students to
search for the different types of scholarships that are of interest. The participating Christian colleges provided
over $150 million in scholarships and grants to students this past year.
Congratulations…
Teddy
Kadedriah
Andrew
Chad
Yessenia
Bethany
Victoria
Antonio
Andrienne
Hannah
Kali
William
Anderson
Davis
Dunsford
Frazier
Govea Hernandez
Hoyle
Hughes
Jones
Lunsford
Moore
Puckett
Ragland
Bryan
Ayonna
Hannah
Smith
Thornton
Williams
Accepted to:
Palm Beach State College
ECU
ECU
ECU
The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham
ECU, Liberty University
Mars Hills
ECU
VGCC
ECU
William Peace, Greensboro College
Hampton University, Grace College, Wingate University,
Campbell University, Trinity College, Centenary College
Hampden-Sydney
Hampton University
Meredith College
Going There, Gonna Get the Shirt!
What T-shirt will you wear Fall 2013????
Committing to:
Palm Beach
ECU
Greensboro Col