Scholarship
Bulletin
2015-2016
Pottsgrove High School
1345 Kauffman Road
Pottstown, PA 19464
Guidance: (610)326-6260
CEEB Code: 394703
The following is a listing of scholarship opportunities directed to Pottsgrove
students through email and US Mail. Review the listing to determine
eligibility for a particular scholarship. Review the requirements for each to
decide if a particular scholarship should be pursued. Visit the website
provided and complete the application on-line or pick up a paper copy (if
applicable) in the guidance office.
***For scholarships that require an official transcript,
complete a transcript release form and submit it to the
guidance office, allowing two weeks to process this
request. Students are responsible for picking up the
official sealed transcript and adding it to the scholarship
application. Students must gather ALL necessary
materials (Letters of recommendation, transcripts,
signatures, copy of awards etc.), organize them and mail
them to the address provided by the deadline. The
guidance office does not mail scholarship applications
(unless noted for a few particular scholarships). Those
applications that require a return to the guidance office
will be noted.
It is important that all directions, suggestions and guidelines be followed for
each scholarship. Failure to follow these directions or failure to mail or turn
in by the deadline may mean disqualification as a candidate for the
scholarship.
The following is a general listing of scholarship agencies that have allowed
students to seek scholarships through a free, safe scholarship search tool
and are appropriate resources for financial aid:
www.fastweb.com - free scholarship search
www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships
www.StudentScholarships.org
www.collegeboard.com
www.brokescholar.com - free scholarship search
www.collegenet.com/mach25 - database of over 600,000 awards totaling over $1.6 billion
www.collegetreasure.com/scholarengine.html - free scholarship search
www.finaid.org - information about scholarship process, financial aid, scams and links
www.hsf.net - Hispanic Scholarship Fund
www.blackexcel.org/100minority.htm - free minority scholarship search
www.naacp.org/page/s/scholarship2
- NAACP scholarship information and application
www.educationplanner.com
www.scholaraid.com
www.freschinfo.com
www.wiredscholar.com
www.afrotc.com (US Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship)
www.nrotc.navy.mil (Navy ROTC Scholarships)
www.goarmy.com/rotc.html (Army ROTC Scholarships)
www.campusdoor.com/scholarship
www.offtocollege.info (Sun Trust Sweepstakes enter to win scholarships)
www.scholarships.com
www.pheaa.org
www.offtocollege.info (SunTrust Scholarship Sweepstakes)
www.automotivescholarship.com
www.autotraining.edu - scholarship tests for seniors planning to attend Automotive
Training Center
http://www.petersons.com/cca/ctf-ps.asp - scholarships for students attending career
colleges
http://www.automotivescholarships.com/apply
accredited automotive technical program.
- for students planning to attend and
https://www.educaid.com/gimmefive/htm - scholarship for students for first year of
college or trade school
www.meritaid.com - for merit-based scholarships
www.cappex.com
Finally, please make a note on your calendar: in December, you and a
parent should obtain your pin numbers at www.pin.ed.gov ; January 1st is the
first day you are able to submit your FAFSA. Go online to www.fafsa.ed.gov
and print out the worksheet; complete it when you have all of the
information and submit the information online electronically with your pin
number. MCCC offers free FAFSA Completion Nights. Please check their
website for details: www.mc3.edu
*Some private universities require the PROFILE. Check with the individual
school whether or not they require the PROFILE. Go to
profileonline.collegeboard.com to complete the application.
**Students applying to Alvernia University should request information about
the Community Outreach Award---$4,000 award given as a Pottsgrove HS
graduate.
ANNOUNCEMENT::
***Financial Aid Night: For all Pottsgrove
Families- takes place in December. Further
information on the date will be provided. Parents of
juniors and seniors will receive a phone blast
reminder prior to the scheduled date. All
Pottsgrove families are welcome.
This is the only school sponsored college financial
aid/planning night. Outside organizations who rent
our facilities may offer a similar program (but
seeking clients)-- BUT the program is not school
sponsored !!!!
Scholarships
(**denotes Pottsgrove Only Scholarships)
(A)
AAA Safety Patrol Scholarship
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship
Academy of Massage Therapy Grant
AES Engineers Scholarship
**Alumni Association of Pottsgrove Award
American Dream Scholarship/ Commerce Bank
American Heritage FCU Scholarship
American Legion Essay Contest
American Legion Oratorical Contest
American Welding Society Scholarship
Anna M. Vincent Scholarship
Arthur Nuzzo Memorial Award
Asian American Nursing Scholarship
Asian American Women’s Coalition Cecilia MoyYep Scholarship
Automotive Training Center Scholarship Tests
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
(B)
Balanced Man Scholarship
Beneficial Scholars Program Scholarships
Berks Technical Institute Scholarship
Best Buy Scholarship
B. Davis Scholarship
BIE Robert Palladino Memorial Scholarship
BigSun Scholarship
Black Women’s Educational Alliance Minority Scholarship
Boston University Trustee Scholarship
Bounce Energy “Be More” Scholarship
Boyertown Optimists Essay Contest/Scholarship
Burger King Scholarship
Buick Achievers Scholarship
(C)
**Carl Burns Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Cecilia Moy Yep Scholarship
**The Charles R. Graham Scholarship
Coca-Cola Scholarship
College JumpStart Scholarship
Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship
**Craig Hunter Memorial Scholarship
(D)
David Michael Reid Foundation Scholarship
Delaware Valley Association of School Business Officials
Delaware Valley Engineers Outstanding High School Student Scholarship
Delaware Valley School Facility Managers Scholarship
**Donna J. Webber Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Betty James Robinson Youth Scholarship
Dunkin’ Donuts Scholarship
Dunning Scholarship Funds (W. Gordon Dunning-Medicine & Natalie
Dunning- Education)
(E)
Educational Communications Scholarship
Empire Education Group, Empire Beauty Scholarship
Epaitdm Scholarship
(F)
Family & Consumer Science/Grace M. Reimard Scholarship
(FIRE) Foundation for Individual Rights in Education Scholarship Essay
Contest
(G)
The Gallery Create A Greeting Card Scholarship
Gates Millennium Scholarships
Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship
The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
The Goddard School of Pottstown Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship
**Raymond D. Gofus Memorial Scholarship
Greater Phoenixville Healthcare Scholarship
Greater Pottstown Foundation Scholarship for the Arts
Guardian Girls Going Places Entrepreneurial Scholarship
(H)
Harrisburg Battalion of the US Army Youth Leadership Essay/Scholarship
“Haz Lah U” Hispanic Heritage Scholarship
Hearing Loss Association Scholarship Award
The Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia Greek Scholarships
**Dr. Thomas G. Herb Memorial Award
Hispanic Heritage Youth Award
Horatio Alger Scholarship
Hospital Central Services Inc. Student Volunteer Scholarship (Keystone
Bloodbank)
(I)
Imagine America Scholarship
(J)
JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship
**Jessie H. Rosenberry Scholarship Award
John McKee Scholarship
(K)
KFC Colonel’s Scholarship
Kid’s Chance of PA Scholarship
KIWANIS Club Scholarships
Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship
(L)
Laura & Van Scott PA District 27 Little League Higher Education
Scholarship
Laws of Life Essay Contest
Lucy A. Valero Memorial Scholarship
(M)
Masonic Scholarships
MCCC STEM Scholarship
MCIU Special Needs Post-Secondary Education & Training Scholarship
McKelvey Foundation Scholarship
The Mervyn Sluizer, Jr. Scholarship
The Michaels Organization Scholarship
Miss Pennsylvania USA/Miss Teen USA Scholarship
Montgomery County School Nurses Association Scholarship
(N)
NAHMA Art and Poster Contest
Natalie E. Dunning Scholarship
National Co-Op Scholarship
National Federation of the Blind Scholarship
(O)
Optimist International Essay Contest
Outstanding Students of America Scholarship
Oszzo Laysears Track & Field Scholarship
(P)
PA Association of Medical Supplies
Pennsylvania Assoc. of Cummunity Bankers (PACB) Scholarship
PA Elks “Most Valuable Student” Scholarship
PA House of Representatives Scholarship
PA KIWANIS Scholarship (Key Club Members Only)
PA Land Surveyor’s Scholarship
Penn State Cooperative Extension Master Gardner Horticulture Scholarship
PA State Employees Credit Union (PSECU)
Penrose L. Keller Scholarship
Phyllis Borland Memorial Scholarship (Head Start)
Platt Caddie Golf Scholarship
**Pottsgrove American Legion Post #244 Americanism Award
**Pottsgrove Education Association (PGEA) Scholarship
**Pottsgrove P.T.O. Scholarship
**Pottsgrove Soccer Association Scholarship
Pottstown Area Artist Guild Award
Pottstown Elks Student Assistance Award
Pottstown Garden Club Scholarship Award
Pottstown Police Officer’s/Greg Boyle Memorial Criminal Justice Scholarship
Princeton Prize in Race Relations Award
PSECU Federal Credit Union Scholarship
(R)
Ronald McDonald House Charities National Scholarships (Multiple)
R.O.S.E. African-American Scholarship –ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA
(S)
SAE Engineering Scholarships
Sammy Milk Mustache Awards
Shandy Hill Scholarship
Shepherd of the Hills Christian Preschool Peg Merkley Scholarship
Soroptimist International of Pottstown for Female Students & Female Head
of Household
**The Spatz Scholarship
Special Needs Children’s Foundation Grant
Student View Insights Scholarship
Suntrust Off-to-College Scholarships
Susanna DeLaurentis Memorial Scholarship
(T)
Tanitha Kulsiri Memorial Scholarship
Tri County Area Federal Credit Union/Student Scholars Award
Tri-County Assoc. of NAIFA/Keystone Foundation Undergraduate College
Scholarship
Tri-County Career Women’s Scholarship
(U)
United States Achievement Academy Scholarship
United Steelworkers Hugh Carcella Scholarship
University of Dayton Leadership in Service Scholarship
USA Funds Economic Need Scholarship
US Air Force ROTC Scholarship
(V)
Valley Forge Chapter/PA Society of Professional Engineers
Violet Richardson Award
(W)
**Walter & Bertha Wolf Scholarship
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship
Wendy’s High School Heisman Award
(Z)
**Zigmund M. Wisniewski Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Descriptions
** denotes Pottsgrove ONLY scholarships
(A)
AAA Safety Patrol Scholarship- Candidates for the Safety Patrol
Scholarship must
be high school seniors and have documented proof of participation in the
AAA’s
School Safety Program.
NOMINEES FOR THE FOUR YEAR ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP: They
must rank in the top 25% of their class, have a strong record of
scholastic achievement and participation in extracurricular activities.
NOMINEES FOR THE TWO-YEAR VOCATIONAL/NON-VOCATIONAL
SCHOLARSHIP: Students must be enrolled in an accredited vocational or
non-vocational program, and have a strong record of achievements.
-Qualified scholarship candidates should obtain an application in the high
school guidance office once available (by posting and announcement).
Once completed and all materials are gathered by the student and put
together for the committee, the student must hand in all materials to the
guidance office. ONE STUDENT FOR EACH SCHOLARSHIP CATEGORY
WILL BE SELECTED TO REPRESENT POTTSGROVE IN THE
COMPETITION.
(Applications typically are available in January with a March deadline.)
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship- seniors can apply for this scholarship
which requires a response to an essay question and possibly receive
$1,000. Students can visit the website for further information:
http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
Academy of Massage Therapy Grant-($1,000) must be a graduating senior
from Pottsgrove High School and begin attending the Academy in the July
or October term; must attend as a full-time student. Students who apply
should be of good character and in good standing in the community as
well as school. Students must gather all necessary paperwork to mail to
the address provided by the deadline.
(Applications typically are available in April and should be mailed prior to
June.)
**The Alumni Association of Pottsgrove Award- This $400 award is
available to
Pottsgrove Seniors who are involved in extra-curricular activities, who
maintain good grades and demonstrate citizenship. Students must write
an essay: “What has Pottsgrove done for you?” and focus the response
in three areas- academics, extra-curricular and educators.
(Applications for this award are made available in the beginning of April
and have a deadline of the first school day in May.)
AES Engineers Scholarship- ($500)- seniors planning to pursue their
education and who are strong academic students, any college major is
eligible. Students must go on-line beginning in August to:
http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm for all
rules and requirements, complete the application and gather all necessary
paperwork to complete application and submit by the early October
deadline
The American Dream Scholarships ($1,000)- recognizes the
accomplishments of seniors who have demonstrated academic
achievement along with a commitment to community service. Seniors
must plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an
accredited two-or four-year college, university or vocational-technical
school in the United States; have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B),
demonstrate involvement in community service activities, volunteerism,
school activities and/or employment responsibilities. (Students should
apply on-line at
commerceonline.com/americandream Applications can be visited
beginning in late October with a mid-December deadline)
The American Heritage Federal Credit Union Scholarship- ($1,000) This
scholarship is available for seniors who will be attending an accredited
institution, be a member in good standing of American Heritage; criteria
considered for this scholarship are: academic achievement, GPA, extracurricular activities and community involvement, student evaluation and
writing skills. Applications are available at www.amhfcu.org
Students are responsible for obtaining all necessary materials and mailing
them to the address by the deadline. ( This scholarship is usually
accessible in late January and has an early April deadline.)
American Legion Essay Contest (PA)- (First place- $3,500)- open to
seniors, essays must have a cover page with specific information, essays
must meet specifications and topic of the A.L. and are judged on proper
English structure, accuracy, extent of information and originality.
Students must complete the essay to all specifications and turn it in to
guidance by mid January. A committee will select the winner to
represent Pottsgrove High School for the early February deadline and
that essay will be forwarded to the local post for judging at the next
level.
American Legion Oratorical Contest- (First place- $7,500)- The contest
will consist of two parts. (A) An 8-10 minute, memorized oration will be
given on some phase of the US Constitution. (B) A 3-5 minute
extemporary oration on one of the four “assigned topics” assigned by
National Headquarters. (Applications are mailed to the guidance office
and are available in late November with a deadline to the local post in
mid-January). Students are responsible for preparing all materials and
getting them into the hands of the local AL post.
**American Legion of Pottsgrove Post #244 Americanism Award(medallion, pin, certificate) seniors, who have or have had family members
in a military branch of service or who are planning to enter a military
service organization or ROTC. Students must pick up an application in
guidance in early April, complete application and essay and return to
guidance for the early May deadline.
American Welding Society Scholarship- ($500)- (Students can apply for
both the section and district scholarships and are both included- seniors
who have a real interest and desire to advance his/her education and
training in the field of welding or materials joining or welding intensive
education……metallurgy, chemistry, physics, engineering, blue-print
reading etc. and must be a US citizen. Students must complete
application and gather all necessary paperwork and return all to the
address provided by the deadline. (Applications are typically available in
guidance in mid-January and have a deadline of early March.
The Anna M. Vincent Scholarship- (between $1,000 and $5,000)- seniors
pursuing higher education, worthy of financial assistance. Students who
have not held a paying job while in school may not be considered for
funding. Students must complete an application on-line at:
www.annavincent.org
The deadline for this application is typically March 1st. Students are
responsible for securing all necessary materials and recommendation
requests.
The Arthur Nuzzo Memorial Scholarship- ($100)- senior from Pottstown
area high schools interested in photography with evidence of involvement
in school activities, church or community service, and/or after school
employment. Applications are available in the guidance office in early
April and are due back in guidance mid-May). A representative will pick
up applications and materials in guidance. Students are responsible for
gathering all necessary materials and submitting them in whole form in
guidance.
Asian American Nursing Scholarship- seniors from Asian Heritage, who
have financial need, are accepted into an accredited Nursing program,
have a willingness to work post graduation at Methodist for 3 years and
write an essay focused on the reasons for selective a nursing career.
Students must pick up an application in the guidance office (available in
April and all applications and materials must be prepared by student and
mailed by the June deadline).
Asian American Women’s Coalition Cecilia Moy Yep Scholarship($5,000)- seniors, Asian American female students who excelled in her
studies in high school, pursuing an undergraduate education, have a 3.0
(B) GPA, demonstrate financial need. Students must gather and provide
all necessary materials for the committee and follow instructions for
submission. (Applications are typically available in late January for a
mid-March deadline.)
Automotive Training Center Scholarship- seniors interested in attending
ATC should plan to take the scholarship test at a time designated. There
are multiple test dates throughout the year. Students should visit the
website at
www.autotraining.edu
for more information and
test dates and times for scholarship eligibility.
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship- ($2,000)- seniors pursuing
higher education, who have ambition and drive, determination to set and
reach goals, respect for self, family and community, and the ability to
succeed in college. Students must go on-line to
www.axa-achievement.com
for scholarship applications and requirements. Students are responsible
for securing the appropriate evaluations, recommendations and materials
to complete the application. Students must have all materials prepared by
the deadline and forward those materials to the address provided.
(Deadline for this scholarship is typically mid-February).
(B)
Beneficial Scholars Program Scholarships- (one $20,000 and one $5,000)high
school seniors who plan to attend an accredited higher education
institution. Must
complete an essay provided by Beneficial (example: “What is the most
important
issue facing your larger community or your specific neighborhood and
how would you
act as a force for good in responding to this concern?” (Applications
typically sent to
guidance office in late October with a mid-December deadline.) Student
is
responsible for mailing all necessary materials to address provided by
the deadline.)
B. Davis Scholarship- ($1,000)- juniors and seniors, essay less than 1,000
words responding to the following: What do you consider to be the most
important issue that society has to deal with in the next 10 or 20 years?
Why do you think this issue is so important? Visit the website for details:
www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships
Scholarship opens in April with a late May deadline.
BIE Robert T. Palladino Memorial Scholarship- ($1,000)- seniors who
have exhibited potential to succeed in a building trades career, is
involved in the community and has a “C” scholastic average or better.
Students can pick up an application in guidance sometime in late
February. Student must complete application and gather all necessary
materials and mail to the address provided by the early April deadline.
BigSun Scholarship- ($500)-seniors athletes who succeed in their
academic pursuits and who are continuing their education. Students must
go on-line for all rules of participation and to apply: (typically opens in
November)
http://www.bigsunathletics.com
and complete
application for the late June deadline.
Black Women’s Educational Alliance Academic Minority Scholarshipseniors, continuing education; GPA of 3.0 (B); students must complete an
application and gather all necessary materials. Applications can be
secured in the guidance office in late January and students must mail all
materials by the late March deadline.
Berks Technical Institute Scholarship- seniors interested in attending BTI
should plan to take the scholarship test at a time designated. There are
multiple test dates throughout the year. Students should visit the website
at
www.berks.edu
for more information and test
dates and times for scholarship eligibility.
Best Buy Scholarships- for students in grades 9-12.
Apply on-line at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com or
www.at15.com
Deadline: Mid-February
Bounce Energy “Be More” Scholarship- ($2,500)- current high school
students, minimum GPA 3.0, PA resident. Complete a 500 word essay
and application on line at:
http://www.bounceenergy.com/scholarships Applications are typically
available at the beginning of April and have a late May deadline.
Burger King Scholars Program- ($1,000, $5,000 and $25,000)- seniors
who are actively employed at least part time (do not have to be employed
by Burger King), planning on continuing education must visit the website
at
www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/burger_king_scholars_program.html
Students are responsible for providing and securing all necessary
information.
Buick Achievers Scholarship- ($25,000 and $2,000)- seniors who will be
enrolling for full-time study as a first-time freshmen at a 4-year college
or university, plan to major in one of the following: Math, Business
Administration, Finance, Marketing, or Design and are interested in a
career in the automotive or related industries. Students must go on-line
at
www.buickachievers.com
for the application and instructions. Students are responsible for all
materials.
(C)
**Carl Burns Jr. Scholarship- ($1,000)- for a senior preparing for a post
secondary education and is based on acceptance and enrollment in a post
secondary educational program. Applicants must exhibit exemplary
character and financial need. Students must respond to an essay
question, “How have your parents, your school and your participation in
organizations helped to develop the character that you possess?”
Students must pick up the application in guidance in the beginning of April
and return to guidance by the early May deadline with all necessary
materials attached.
Cecilia Moy Yep Scholarship- ($1,250 for four years)- senior Asian
American female students who have excelled in her studies or other
fields of endeavor and plan to continue education, 3.0 GPA, financial
need, extracurricular activities and community service. Students can pick
up the application at the end of February and collect all necessary
materials and mail by the late March deadline provided.
**The Charles R. Graham Scholarship- (varies from $100 to $2,000)- is
given annually to a student in the Pottsgrove High School graduating
class who plans to prepare for a professional service occupation in health
care, criminology, or social service. Priority will be given to candidates
who will study criminology. Students must pick up application form in the
beginning of April in guidance, complete form and provide proof of
acceptance. Deadline to return form to guidance office is the beginning
of May.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship- ($20,000 and $10,000)- seniors
who demonstrate leadership in school, a commitment to community, show
academic achievement and are employed part-time. Students must go
on-line at
http://www.coca-colascholars.org
and apply on-line.
st
Deadline is October 31 each year.
The College JumpStart Scholarship- up to $1,500 to 10-12 graders and is
a merit-based scholarship; students must be legal residents of US and
attend a college in US in major of choice. Apply on-line at:
www.jumpstart-scholarship.net by mid-April deadline.
Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship- seniors pursuing careers in
agriculture must go on-line at
www.monsanto.com or www.nafb.com for information and
application.
**Craig Hunter Memorial Scholarship- ($500 + 1 year membership to
Pottstown Y)- seniors, planning on attending a four year college or
university; member of the Pottstown YMCA and the Fitness/Wellness
Center; involved in school and community activities, taken an art class at
Pottsgrove. Students must pick up application in early April in guidance
or at the YMCA. Applications must be returned to the guidance office by
the early May deadline.
(D)
David Michael Reid Foundation Scholarship- ( 1 full scholarship/tuition,
board, books)- open to seniors who have a stellar history of academic
performance or who show a significant improvement from a challenging
first year or two in high school, minimum 3.0 (B) GPA, combined SAT
(CR+M) 1000, be an active participant in extracurricular activities, be a
positive contributor to his or her community and display financial need.
Students must pick up the application in guidance in early January, gather
ALL necessary materials and place them together in a sealed envelope,
returning them to the guidance office in late January. A committee will
evaluate the applications and will submit one (1) to the Foundation for
consideration
Dear Mr. President Essay Contest- (between $1,000 and $5,000)- open to
high school seniors. Topic: “What important issue would you like the
President to address?” All information can be found on the website at
randmcnally.com/dearmrpresident Deadline is late November (be sure to
check Thanksgiving holiday break dates so that you can have a teacher
submit it for you on time.)
Delaware Valley Association of School Business Officials- seniors
pursuing business majors at an institution of higher learning. Students
must visit the website for information, application and deadline and are
responsible for preparing all documentation: open beginning in January
with a late March deadline.
Delaware Valley Engineers Outstanding High School Student Scholarship($1,000)- seniors considering majoring in engineering. Students may go
on-line in late October to:
www.dvewc.org
complete
application, essays and student must gather all necessary paperwork
including recommendations and submit them to the address provided by
the mid-November deadline.
Delaware Valley School Facility Managers Association Scholarship- (up to
$2,000)- for seniors who are planning to continue their education at a
trade or technical school (with coursework concentrated in the building
trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electric etc. Students must pick up
application in guidance office at the beginning of March, gather ALL
necessary materials and complete application and mail to the address
provided by the mid-April deadline.
**Donna J. Webber Memorial Scholarship- ($10,000)- for a POTTSGROVE
senior preparing to enter a Christian College. Consideration for this four
year scholarship will be based on acceptance and enrollment in a
recognized Christian college (SEE LIST OF APPROVED COLLEGES IN
GUIDANCE OFFICE). Students will respond to the following question:
“What do you wish to do with your life that will benefit humanity?”
Students must pick up an application in guidance at the beginning of April
and return to the guidance office for the early May deadline.
Dunkin’ Donuts Scholarship- ($1,000)- open to seniors who plan to enroll
in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-year or
four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school. For
complete requirements go to
www.dunkindonuts.com/scholarships
Applications are open from
the beginning of March through mid-April.
Natalie Dunning Scholarship-((EDUCATION) & W. Gordon Dunning
Scholarship ((MEDICINE))- (up to but not to exceed the tuition and room
and board of the college)- seniors, top 25% of class, pursuing a career in
medicine or education. Students must pick up an application, complete it
and gather all necessary materials then mail application materials to the
address provided June 1st (A complete final transcript must be received
by the committee by June 15***student must secure this official
transcript from guidance and mail by the deadline.)
(E)
Educational Communications Scholarship Foundation- (between $1,000 and
$6,000)- seniors who have taken the SAT or ACT, US Citizen. Students
must visit the website at
www.ecisf.org for further information and
for an application. ECSF does charge $4 for processing the application.
Empire Education Group/Empire Beauty School Scholarship- (between
$500 and $1,500)- for seniors planning to attend Empire’s Cosmetology
program. Students must attend the scheduled evaluation days. Student
can pick up an application in guidance or visit the website at
www.empire.edu/highschool
Applications are made
available in October and students must mail all materials by the May
deadline (or contact Empire for earlier evaluation)
EPAITDM- Easter PA Information Technology Data Manager’s
Scholarship- (up to $1,000) seniors planning to attend at least a two year
post high school academic or vocational program, must have interest in
the field of technology/computer science. Applications can be picked up
in guidance in April and students must mail ALL materials for a late May
deadline.
(F)
Family & Consumer Science/Grace M. Reimard Scholarship ($500)seniors who are sincerely interested in a career in Family & Consumer
Sciences, is in good scholastic standing, planning to attend a college
immediately after graduation Students must pick up an application in the
guidance office in the beginning of March and prepare and submit all
materials by the mid April deadline to the address provided.
Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) Scholarship($5,000)- for seniors; students must answer an essay question
(example: “Why is free speech important at our nation’s colleges and
universities?”) Essays should be between 800-1,000 words. Students
can pick up information in the guidance office or visit the website on-line
for all contest rules:
www.thefire.org/contests
Contest opens in early
September and ends in early November.
(G)
The Gallery Collection Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest- (up
to $10,000)- students must visit the website for official rules and entry
information:
www.gallerycollection.com/scholarship.htm
Information is usually available beginning in September with the contest
entries due in mid-January.
Gates Millennium Scholarship- seniors who are African American,
American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or
Hispanic American, US Citizen, have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 (B+),
planning on enrolling for the first time as a full-time degree-seeking
student, have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in
community service, extracurricular or other activities, meet the Federal
Pell Grant eligibility criteria. Three forms must be completed: nominee
personal information form, nominator form, recommender form. On-line
applications and completed forms are recommended and can be found at
www.gmsp.org
Students must follow
instructions on-line in securing nominator and recommender to complete
on-line forms by deadline which is typically in early January. This
information is typically available beginning in November.
Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship- $1,000 to student in grades 9-12, US
residents planning on studying any major at a college in the U.S. Apply
on-line at
www.gkscholarship.com by the end of July.
The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship- awards 20 college-bound
students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and
citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarships. Visit the website for
eligibility, requirements and on-line application:
www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships
The Goddard School of Pottstown Anthony A. Martino Memorial
Scholarship- seniors who are Goddard School alum can apply for this
$10,000 scholarship awarded to students who demonstrate an excellent
work ethic, commitment to family and community and a love of learning.
Students must go on-line for complete details and application:
www.goddardschool.com
(under the Communication tab)
**Raymond D. Gofus Memorial Scholarship- ($500)-for seniors who are
highly active in both sports and music at Pottsgrove High School and
have either or both for at least three years, have a parent involved in the
Varsity Club Boosters or Music Boosters, have been accepted in a fulltime, post high school educational institution geared toward certification
or degree attainment, have a minimum GPA of a 2.75 (C+).
Students must pick up an application in guidance in the beginning of April
and return to guidance in the beginning of May.
Greater Phoenixville Healthcare Scholarship- (up to $8,000)- seniors
planning on attending an undergraduate or technical health care program,
must be in good academic standing (2.75- C+). Students are responsible
for picking up application in late February in the guidance office,
completing the application and collecting all additional paperwork to
complete the application; then mail it to the address provided by the
deadline in early April.
Greater Pottstown Foundation Scholarship for the Arts- seniors, planning
to enter an accredited degree-granting college or university to study the
arts, open to Pottsgrove, Pottstown, Hill School, OJ Roberts. Applications
available in the guidance office in early February and have an early
March deadline.
Guardian Girls Going Places Entrepreneurial Scholarship- (up to $10,000)cash prizes to girls who are enterprising and community-minded, who
demonstrate budding entrepreneurship, taking the first steps toward
financial independence and making a difference in schools and
communities. Students are responsible for an essay and securing the
proper letters of endorsement. For all rules and application go to
www.GirlsGoing Places.com The information is typically
available in the middle of January and the contest ends at the end of
February.
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Harrisburg Battalion of the US Army Youth Leadership Essay/Scholarship(up to $1,000)- students must pick up an application form in guidance or
on-line in September, complete application and address topic of contest:
(ie: “Interview a Veteran and tell us what attribute, trait, belief or value
you admire most about this person and why.”) All entries must be
submitted by the student to the address provided by the late November
deadline.
“Haz Lah U”- Make the U Hispanic Heritage Scholarship- (up to $15,000)Students will need to log on to:
www.colgate.com/hazlau
and follow the application
process to submit 3 short essays of 500 words or less on a selection of
topics. The contest is open from the beginning of September through the
end of December.
Hearing Loss Association Scholarship- ($500)- seniors with a hearing loss
pursuing a college degree or vocational training; have a 50dB loss or
more and wear a hearing aid(s) or cochlear implant. Students are
responsible to pick up the application in early April, complete it and
gather all necessary paperwork and mail it to address provided by the
mid-May deadline.
The Hellenic University Club of Philadelphia Scholarships- (multiple
scholarships available)- seniors of Greek descent or declared majors in
Greek Studies, must be enrolled full-time in a degree program at an
accredited four-year college or university. Students must visit the
website for all rules and applications:
www.hucphila.org
and meet the deadline for
scholarships (typically mid-April).
**Dr. Thomas G. Herb Memorial Award- ($1,000)- seniors planning to
attend a four-year college or university to major in a health-related field
of study, cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) or higher; students must complete the
application and short essay explaining your career goals and what the
scholarship award would mean to them; application is available in the
guidance office beginning in early April with an early May deadline.
Hispanic Heritage Youth Award- (up to $3,000)- seniors, attending
college, US Citizen, Hispanic/Latino descent, minimum GPA 3.00 (B);
students must visit the website at
www.HispanicHeritage.org
or
http://youthawards.hispanicheritage.org for
information and application and follow all the rules and
deadlines.
Horatio Alger Scholarship- seniors, planning on attending college in the
fall after graduation, have a strong commitment to pursuing a bachelor’s
degree at an accredited institution located in the US (students may start
their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year
institution, have critical financial need ($50,000 or less adjusted gross
income per family is preferred, if higher explanation must be provided),
be involved in co-curricular and community activities, demonstrate
integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, have a minimum
GPA of 2.0 (C) and be a US Citizen. Students must go on line to complete
application beginning in early September. All paperwork and materials
must be gathered by the student and mailed to the address provided by
the late October deadline.
Hospital Central Services Inc. Student Volunteer Scholarship (Keystone
Bloodbank)- ($1,000)- seniors who completed a minimum of 135 hours of
volunteer service to the Blood Center in no less than a cumulative two
calendar year period. The student must be in good academic standing
with a 2.5 GPA (C+) and acceptable citizenship and attendance. The
student must be planning to attend an accredited post secondary
educational program. Students must visit the website for an application
at
www.GIVEaPINT.org
Students are responsible
for completing the application and securing the proper signatures before
they mail it to the address provided by the end of March deadline.
JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship- ($500)- seniors who plan to continue
their education at an accredited post-secondary college, university or
vocational school. Students must visit the website at
http://www.usjcisenate.org
Student is
responsible for completing application and securing all paperwork and
signatures as well as mailing the application by the early January deadline
to the address provided. Applications are available in November.
**Jessie H. Rosenberry Scholarship- ($400)- seniors who have maintained
a C average in academics and have satisfactory citizenship, planning on
entering a professional service occupation such as health care, social
service or education. The letter of application is to include: reason
scholarship should be awarded to the applicant, school to be attended,
major course of study planning to pursue, future aspirations. Applications
must be picked up in the guidance office at the beginning of April and
completed and returned to guidance by the early May deadline.
The John McKee Scholarship- (up to $16,000)- college or vocational
training scholarships for seniors who are: fatherless boys, in need of
financial assistance. Students must pick up an application in the guidance
office in December, complete application and secure all necessary
materials, and provide all materials in order in a stamped envelope to
your counselor for completion of the school form. Counselor will
complete school form and mail the materials student provided.
Applications are typically due in the beginning of February and the
student must allow appropriate amount of time for completion of
counselor form.
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KFC Colonel’s Scholarship- (up to $20,000)- seniors with financial need
and an entrepreneurial spirit, earn a minimum high school GPA of 2.75
(C+), enroll in a public college or university within their state of legal
residence, plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree, be a US Citizen. Students
must visit the website between early December with a deadline of early
February and complete the application:
www.kfcscholars.org
Kid’s Chance of PA Scholarship- seniors who have had a parent who was
killed or seriously injured as a result of a work related accident, who plan
to attend a college, trade or technical school. Applications are available
on-line at
www.kidschanceofpa.org and have a mid-April
deadline.
KIWANIS Club Scholarship- (up to $4,000)- seniors in good standing with
the school, teachers, administrators and local community, plan to continue
with higher education following graduation, must have a 3.0 or higher
GPA. Student must pick up an application in the guidance office in mid
January and complete scholarship application following ALL procedures
exactly as outlined. Student is responsible to gather all materials and
organize it, then mail to the address provided by the mid-March deadline.
Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship- (up to $10,000)- this program
recognizes and rewards young volunteers who have helped make their
communities a better place. Volunteer efforts must have occurred in the
last year, actions must be described in detail and should document efforts
above and beyond what is normally expected. Students must request that
their volunteer nominator go on-line to complete nominator form (this
person should be familiar with your volunteering experiences and be able
to speak to these). Nominations are open from early February to midMarch at:
www.kohlskids.com
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Laura & Van Scott PA District 27 Little League Higher Education
Scholarship-($1,000 each for baseball and softball)- seniors who have
participated for four or more years in little league, plan on pursuing postsecondary education at an accredited institution. Students must pick up
an application in the guidance office in January and complete it and mail
to the address provided by the early August deadline.
Laws of Life Essay Contest- The "Laws of Life" essay contest is open to seniors
who intend to enroll at an institution of higher learning. The 500-1,000 word essay
will be based on his or her life's purpose. The award ranges from $1,000 to $5,000
and has a December 31st deadline. All information and submissions are on-line at
www.lawsoflifecontest.com
Lucy A. Valero Memorials Scholarship- As part of the PSEA Scholarship
Trust, this scholarship is awarded to one or more outstanding students
each year who plan to enroll in an accredited teacher preparation
program in the state of Pennsylvania. For complete eligibility
requirements and for an application, stop in the guidance office and pick
up an application.
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Masonic Scholarships- (Multiple scholarships)- Scholarships, grants and
loan opportunities primarily for Masons, their siblings, children,
grandchildren and members of the Masonic-related youth groups.
Students must go on-line for complete booklet of scholarships and
applications and deadlines:
www.pmyf.org
The Michaels Organization Scholarship- high school seniors, minimum 2.5
GPA, must complete an essay and provide two references, complete
application, provide official transcripts (transcript requests in guidance
take about two weeks to process). Applications come available in the
guidance office in March and have a mid-April deadline.
Montgomery County Community College STEM Scholarship- seniors
planning to attend MCCC and major in science, technology, engineering,
and mathematics. The STEM Scholars program provides tuition, books
and fees to academically talented, financially eligible students. Students
must be a US Citizen, have earned an A- GPA or above in high school,
demonstrate financial need, complete a written prompt and become a fulltime student at MCCC. Students must visit the MCCC website for the
application:
www.mc3.edu
The McKelvey Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship Award- ($40,000)seniors planning to attend a 4 year college or university, who own and
operate a genuine business (non-profits are eligible), have at least one
employee (even if only part time). Scholarships are based solely on
demonstration of entrepreneurial spirit. Students must go on-line to
apply at the following website. Application are typically available at the
end of October through the middle of January):
www.mckelveyfoundation.org
The Mervyn Sluizer, Jr. Scholarship- ($1,000 year for up to four years)senior boys who have been active in Boy Scouts of America for at least 5
years, and must be active at the time of application, have maintained the
rank of Eagle, have demonstrated responsible leadership as a Scout for a
period of at least one year, exemplify the ideals of Scouting in his life and
by his activities. Applications can be found on-line at:
www.philafound.org
Applications are typically available in March and have an early May
deadline.
MCIU Special Needs Post-Secondary Education & Training Scholarshipseniors with special needs who are planning on attending a vocational,
career, trade, apprenticeship, two- or 4 year college or university, must
complete application, provide a transcript (allow two weeks to process),
letters of recommendation, signature of principal. Applications are
typically available in the guidance office in February. Deadline is midMarch.
Miss Pennsylvania USA/Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA Scholarship- must
be a US citizen, single, between 14-19 yrs. Visit the pageant website at:
www.pageantassociates.com
Must complete procedures for enrollment by mid June.
Montgomery County School Nurses’ Association Scholarship- a $1,000
scholarship to a senior who plans on becoming a professional nurse,
accepted into an accredited college or university for a Bachelor of
Science in Nursing. Students must complete application and secure all
materials and mail by the application deadline typically by the end of
March.
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NAHMA Art and Poster Contest- students living in Rolling Hills
Apartments, must follow all rules and stipulations of the contest. End of
school year deadline. Applications can be picked up at the office in
Rolling Hills or in the PGHS guidance office.
National Co-op Scholarship- (possibly $6,000 year for four years)seniors with a 3.5 or better (A-) through high school and who are
applying and will be accepted to one of the National Commission Partner
Institutions (Drexel, Johnson & Wales, Kettering, Rochester Institute of
Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, Wentworth
Institute of Technology. Students must complete the scholarship
application on-line, complete a 500-word essay describing why they
have chosen to pursue a college cooperative education program:
www.co-op.edu
Applications are typically
available in September and have a mid-February deadline.
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania Scholarship- ($1,000)seniors planning to attend a college or university who is blind or visually
impaired. Students must complete a scholarship application which is
mailed to the guidance office in the Spring and has a late August deadline.
Students are responsible for gathering all necessary materials which are
requested and including them in the scholarship application and mailing
them by the deadline.
National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts Scholarships- seniors,
US Citizen planning on pursuing education in the Arts (cinematic arts,
dance, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, writing). Visit
the website for full details, requirements and application before the mid
October deadline.
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Optimist International Essay Contest- (Certificate and Cash Award &
chance for $2,500 district level Award)- Open to all high school students
in early December in the Pottsgrove, Boyertown and Pottstown School
Districts; students must respond to the essay question provided in 700800 words. All rules for application and entry are on the website:
http://www.optimist.org/FORM/Essay_RULES_PAD-E_11-12.pdf
Students are responsible to follow entry rules and email or mail in entry
by the late January deadline.
Outstanding Students of America- seniors planning on continuing their
education must visit the website for full information:
www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com
Students must
complete application and gather information and submit all materials by
early October deadline.
Oszzo Laysears Track & Field Scholarship- ($500)- male senior
graduating from Pottsgrove HS or Pottstown HS who have been accepted
to a postsecondary institution and has participated on his high school’s
track and field team for at least 2 years. Students must pick up an
application in the guidance office in the beginning of April, complete the
application and attach necessary documentation, then mail to the address
provided by the May 1st deadline.
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PA Association of Medical Suppliers- ($1,000)- seniors planning to attend
a post high school education program. The purpose is to recognize
outstanding students who have been successful in their educational
pursuits while overcoming physical challenges with the help of home
medical equipment and services. Students must visit the website for
application in January:
www.pamsonline.org download application and gather
all necessary information, completing it and mailing it by the mid-March
deadline.
PACB (Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers) Foundation
Scholarship- ($1,000 renewable for 4 years)- seniors who are planning to
attend an accredited college, university, or community college on a fulltime basis, be the child of a parent working at least 1,000 hours per year
for a minimum of 2 years for a regular member of the PA Assoc. of
Community Bankers member institution (list of institutions is included in
packet). Application is available to seniors in mid November and students
are responsible for collecting all materials and having them completed so
that the student can mail by the date provided for mailing ((((The
guidance office will not mail your application so pay attention to the
mailing deadline for STUDENTS).
PA Elks “Most Valuable Student Scholarship- (up to $60,000)- seniors
who are US Citizens (male and female students compete separately for
identical awards). Scholarship applications will be available in the
guidance office in November or visit the website on –line at
www.elks.org
Students must VERY CAREFULLY read all instructions
and prepare this application packet EXACTLY as instructed. Students
must prepare packet and keep a copy for themselves and then mail it or
deliver it to the local Elks Club Pottstown Lodge 814 61 High Street
Pottstown, PA 19464. The deadline is typically in early January.
PA House of Representatives Scholarship- seniors, residents of PA,
planning on attending a PA college, university, career school as a fulltime student, minimum 3.0GPA, commitment to community service and
leadership, extracurricular activities, financial need. Must complete
application on-line at:
www.tfec.org
and gather following materials and submit to address provided: resume,
FAFSA SAR, essay, reference letters transcript, counselor form, ***$10
processing fee
Check website starting late January for materials. It has an early March
dedline.
PA KIWANIS Foundation Four-Year KEY CLUB Scholarship- (up to
$4,000)- This scholarship is for KEY CLUB MEMBERS ONLY- seniors
who have excelled in all areas of their high school career who have
achieved academic excellence, demonstrated leadership abilities, and
provided service to others; the applicant should be of high moral
character, striving for excellence and in all of their endeavors exemplify
the objectives and principles of the Key Club and Kiwanis. Financial Aid
will be a factor in this award. ******ONE STUDENT WILL BE SELECTED
TO REPRESENT POTTSGROVE HIGH SCHOOL****
Students must pick up an application in guidance in late February.
Students must complete application and gather all necessary paperwork
to complete the application including transcript, FASFA, letters of
recommendation, essay AND must put all materials together, organized as
indicated. The application packet must be turned in to the guidance
office two weeks prior to the foundation deadline (which is in early April)
so that a committee can select the one student to represent Pottsgrove.
PA Land Surveyors’ Foundation Scholarship- (up to $20,000)- seniors
planning to enroll in a two-year Surveying Technology Program or a
four-year Bachelor of Science Program in Land Surveying. Students
must be a US Citizen and resident of PA. Applications are available online in January at:
www.psls.org
or in the guidance office. Students
are responsible for supplying all the necessary paperwork to the agency
and mailing the application and supporting materials by the early March
deadline.
Penn State Cooperative Extension’s Montgomery County Master Gardener
Volunteers’ Scholarship- (up to $1,000)- seniors who will enroll as an
undergraduate in a horticulture or a horticulture related field at an
accredited college or university or enroll in a recognized horticultural
certificate program (ie: Longwood Gardens) or working in an internship
or traineeship at a botanical garden or arboretum. Students must pick up
an application in guidance in March, complete application and gather all
supporting documents and mail completed packet to address provided by
mid April deadline.
Penrose L. Keller Scholarship Presented by Stichter Lodge- ($1,000 year
for 4 years)- seniors whose parents or grandparents are members of
Stichter Lodge, plan to enroll in an accredited institution of higher
learning for an Associate, Baccalaureate, Technical, or vocational degree.
Students must pick up an application in guidance or go on-line for
application in late February, complete application and secure all
supporting documents; then mail the completed packet to the address
provided by the mid-April deadline.
Platt Caddie Scholarship- (between $200 and $7,000 year)- seniors who
have caddied for at least one year at a member club of the Golf
Association of Philadelphia. Financial need is a factor with this
scholarship. Students must visit the website for complete information
and application:
www.PlattCaddieScholarship.org
**Pottsgrove P.T.O. Scholarship- (( 2-awards given annually $500 yr. for
4 years))- seniors who can show evidence of acceptance to a post high
school program, scholastic achievement, contribution toward school and
community (high school activities, service activities, leadership activities.
Students must pick up an application in the guidance office in the
beginning of April, complete it as instructed and return to guidance for
the early May deadline.
**Pottsgrove Soccer Association Schoarship- ($500)- seniors in good
academic standing, planning on continuing education with plans to go to a
2-year or 4-year college, previous participation in the Pottsgrove Soccer
Club- including any, or all of the following: playing, refereeing, coaching,
volunteering, have a history of involvement in extracurricular activities in
school and in the community. Student can pick up an application form
from guidance in early March, complete the application procedures and
gather all paperwork, then mail completed forms to the address provided
by the late April deadline.
**Pottsgrove Education Association Scholarship- ($500)- seniors planning
to attend an accredited 4-year institution and to major in education.
Student must pick up application in guidance in early April, provide letter
of acceptance, transcript and essay: “Why I am majoring in education”
and turn in all materials to the guidance office by the early May deadline.
Pottstown Area Artists Guild Award- ($250)- senior art students who will
be pursuing a career n the field of art (competition is with local area high
schools). Students must pick up application in guidance in early March,
complete short application form, prepare artwork as indicated in the
application and mail all materials to the address provided by the early
May deadline.
Pottstown Elks Annual Student Assistance Award- ($5,000)- seniors, US
Citizen. Financial need, leadership and scholarship, as well as
citizenship, personality, perseverance and resourcefulness are the
criteria by which applicants will be judged. Students of outstanding merit
have the best chance to win an award. Experience indicates students
with high scholarship ratings, excellent leadership qualities and a well
rounded personality generally qualify for final consideration. Financial
need is a very important part of the formula. Students can pick up an
application in the guidance office in March, must complete the application
procedures EXACTLY as indicated, gather all necessary paperwork and
organize it and file it EXACTLY as indicated on the instructions page. If
any paperwork is out of order the application will not be considered.
Students must prepare packet and mail to the address provided by the
mid-May deadline.
Pottstown Area Garden Club- ($1,000)- seniors planning to enroll in an
accredited college in Horticulture, Floriculture, Forestry, conservation,
Landscape Architecture, Biology, botany, Agronomy, Plant Pathology,
Environmental Control, City Planning, Land Management and/or allied
subjects. Students can pick up an application in guidance in early
November, complete application and gather requested documents,
prepare to mail them by the late December deadline.
Pottstown Police Officers’ Assoc./Greg Boyle Memorial Criminal Justice
Scholarship- a $500 scholarship to seniors from Pottsgrove, Pottstown,
OJ Roberts, Spring Ford and Boyertown, planning to major in the criminal
justice field, preferably in the law enforcement area. Students must
complete application and gather all materials for a late March deadline.
Princeton Prize in Race Relations- ($1,000)- high school students doing
outstanding work in their schools or communities to advance the cause of
race relations. Students can pick up the application in guidance in late
October or go on-line at
www.princeton.edu/PrincetonPrize
Students must complete application and ask an adult “supporter” who is
aware of the candidate’s participation in the activity described. Student
is responsible for mailing /submitting the application by the late January
deadline.
PSECU (PA State Employees Credit Union)- ($6,000)- seniors, children of
PA State employees (state agencies, businesses, organizations and
schools). Students who are members or are children of members must
contact PSECU by phone at 800-237-7328 for an application. Students
must follow all application procedures and mail back to PSECU address
provided by the late February deadline
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Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship- ($1,000 to $5,000) For High School Senios
 For African American Future Achievers-seniors who have at least
one parent of African American or Black Caribbean heritage
 For Hispanic American Commitment to Education Resources
 Asian Students Increasing Achievement
who plan to enroll in an institution of higher education or
vocational/technical school, have a 2.7 (C+) GPA. Students may apply
on-line beginning in late November at
www.rmhc.org or pick up an application in the guidance
office. Students are responsible for gathering all paperwork necessary to
complete the application and mailing it to the address provided by the late
January deadline.
R.O.S.E. African American/ PHI BETA OMEGA Chapter Scholarshipseniors of African American descent who intend to pursue higher
education at an accredited college or university. Students must pick up
an application in the guidance office in late January, complete application
and gather all necessary paperwork to complete the application (letters of
recommendation, transcript, essay) and mail to the address provided by
the late March deadline.
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SAE Engineering Scholarships- seniors intending to earn a degree in
engineering or a related science (math, chemistry, physics, biology,
technologies, computer science), US Citizen, meet minimum SAT/ACT
requirements for each scholarship. Students must go on-line from early
September for scholarship information and applications (with instructions)
to:
www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm Students are
responsible to follow all instructions for application procedures and for
securing all paperwork and by submitting on-line or by mail by the early
December deadline.
SAMMY Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Scholarship- ($7,500)recognizes seniors who are outstanding scholar athletes who are judged
on academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community
service and milk experience essay. Students must go to the website for
complete rules and application:
www.bodybymilk.com
between December and
the early March deadline.
Shandy Hill Scholarship- ($30,000)- seniors attending the four Pottstown
area high schools are invited to write an essay on their perception of any
aspect of life and/or progress in the greater Pottstown area (specific
items to be discussed as part of essay are noted in the application
packet). Rules and guidelines are provided. Students must pick up an
application instruction packet in guidance in late January and submit all
necessary materials by the early May deadline.
Shepherd of the Hills Christian Preschool/Peg Merkley Scholarship($500)- seniors who completed the Pre-K class at Shepherd of the Hills
Christian Preschool, who has been accepted into a post high school study
program, demonstrated citizenship and character by participating in
extra-curricular and community activities and who possess an acceptable
scholastic record. Applications are available in the guidance office in
March and have a late April deadline.
Soroptimist International of Pottstown Scholarship- ($1,000)- senior
female student, daughter of female “head of household”, cumulative GPA
of 3.00 or higher, planning to attend a 2-year (associate degree) or a 4year (baccalaureate degree) program, have a maximum family income:
$80,000 or less. Students are responsible to pick up an application
packet in guidance in mid-February, complete application, write essay
(How can I be a future role model or mentor for other women and girls?
And How will this award help me to accomplish this goal? - gather all
necessary paperwork and mail by the end of March deadline.
**The Spatz Scholarship- ($500)- seniors, top 20% of the class showing
outstanding academic achievement as well as significant extracurricular
involvement, planning to continue their education at a four year college or
university. Special consideration will be given to those applicants
planning to study in the sciences or health care fields. Students must
pick up an application in the guidance office in early April, complete
application and return it to guidance in early May.
Special Needs Children’s Foundation of Montgomery County PostSecondary Education & Training Scholarships- ($300-$400)- these
scholarships are awarded to students to further develop and thrive in the
post-secondary environment and to successfully enter and compete in
the labor force upon graduation from trade schools, apprenticeship
programs, community colleges or universities; student must be a senior
with “special needs” (individual with a disability- mental retardation, hard
of hearing, deaf, speech and language impaired, blind, partially sighted,
orthopedically impaired, learning or behavioral disability) Students must
pick up an application in guidance in February and complete application
and secure all materials and signatures by the mid-March due date.
Student Insights Student View Scholarship- ($500-$4,000)- seniors who
plan to attend a four-year college, community/junior college or career
school. Students log onto website at
www.student-view.com
and complete a 20 minute survey to enter name. Website is available for
survey from February until mid-April.
SunTrust Off To College Scholarship- ($1,000)- seniors who are planning
to attend college or a career school. Students must register late October
through early May on-line at:
offtocollege.info
Susanna DeLaurentis Memorial Scholarship- ($1,000)- college-bound
seniors with superior academic and extracurricular achievements who
contend with a chronic disease or other serious challenge to physical or
mental health. Students must pick up application in guidance in midMarch, complete brief application and supply all supporting materials to
address provided by the mid-April deadline.
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Tanitha Kulsiri Memorial Scholarship- ($500-$1,000)- seniors pursuing a
BS/BA degree at an accredited college// and another scholarship for a
senior living with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Students must
go on-line for all instructions and to complete an application beginning in
January and prepare all materials for mailing by the May deadline.
Tri County Area Federal Credit Union- ($1,500)- seniors, members and
children of members of the Tri County Area Federal Credit Union, have a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, planning to further your education at an
accredited college or trade school. Students should go on-line in January
at:
www.tcafcu.org
for scholarship information and
application, complete application and essay, gather all necessary
paperwork to complete the application and submit it by the mid-March
deadline.
Tri-County Assoc. of NAIFA/Keytone Foundation Undergraduate College
Schol.- open to PA seniors is a $4,000 award. Awards are based on
student’s leadership potential, financial need, academic merit and
community service. Applications can be picked up in the guidance office
in mid-February and must be returned to guidance with ALL materials
including letters of recommendation by mid-March.
Tri-County Career Women Student Scholarship- female seniors, planning
to continue education. This scholarship may not be available each year.
It involves completing an application, essays and transcript. If
scholarship is offered it will be available in early March in the guidance
office.
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USW Hugh Carcella Scholarship- ($4,000)- seniors, children of member
of a United Steelworkers, District 10 (Eastern) local union—(or child of
retiree, disabled or deceased member). Selection will be based on grades
and SAT score. Students must obtain an application from the
participating local union in November, complete the application and
gather supporting documentation and signatures and mail by the midMarch deadline.
USA Funds Scholarship- ($1,500)- seniors with financial need, are
members of an ethnic minority group or are physically disabled. Students
must visit the website from mid-December to the deadline date in midFebruary for details and to complete the application.
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Valley Forge Chapter/Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers($200-$25,000)- seniors planning to attend Drexel University or Temple
University to major in Engineering, must meet/exceed minimum test
scores (SAT M-600; CR-500), US Citizen. Students must pick up an
application in guidance in late November, complete application and gather
all necessary paperwork and mail to the address provided by the January
deadline.
Violet Richardson Award/Soroptimist International- ($500)- female high
school students who make the community and world a better place
through volunteer efforts such as: fighting drugs, crime and violence;
cleaning u the environment; and working to end discrimination and
poverty. Volunteer actions that benefit women or girls are of particular
interest. Students can pick up the applications in the guidance office in
November, complete the application and gather all necessary paperwork
to complete the application, then mail it to the address provided by the
early December deadline.
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**Walter & Bertha Wolf Scholarship- ($500 yr for 4 years)- seniors, basis
for selection is financial need, scholastic ability and evidence of college
acceptance. Financial need is the controlling factor. This scholarship
will be given to students whose residence is in LOWER Pottsgrove. If
additional scholarships are available after qualified students from Lower
are selected, students living in other townships (Upper and West) will
also be considered. Students must pick up an application in guidance in
early April, complete it and return to guidance for the early May deadline.
(All items must be filled in to qualify for the scholarship)
Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship- ($1,000-$5,000)- seniorshistory buff or enjoy politics or is government or military service in
your futureVisit the website at:
gwcf.org
for full scholarship information and
applications. Deadline is typically in mid-January.
Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship- seniors with a “B” average,
who participate in at least one sport and who is a leader in school and in
the community. Students can go on-line in August to apply at
www.wendysheisman.com click on
students/parents and complete the on-line application. Students must
request that their counselor be the “reviewer” for their application upon
completion. Deadline is early March. (ALLOW FIVE SCHOOL DAYS
PRIOR TO THE DEADLINE FOR NOTIFICATION OF COUNSELOR)
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**Zigmund M. Wisniewski, Jr. Memorial Scholarship- ($1,000)- Pottsgrove
High School Seniors ONLY- must be attending Western Montgomery
Center for Technical Studies (WMCTC), must be planning to continue
your education at a trade, technical, community, or at a two or fouryear college; student must supply proof of acceptance; students should
have satisfactory academic record that indicates they will be good
prospects to succeed academically continuing their education; and
demonstrate that they are either conscientious employees or students.
Students must write a 250-word essay explaining why they are applying
for the scholarship and their career and future educational goals; must
exhibit exemplary character and financial need. Students must pick up
application in the guidance office in the beginning of April and return to
guidance with all necessary materials to complete application packet by
the early May deadline.
******Please remember: students are responsible for collecting all
paperwork and materials and securing all necessary signatures and
nominations and preparing/mailing them to the addresses provided in each
scholarship by the deadline indicated in the applications.
ALLOW TWO WEEKS FOR TRANSCRIPTS TO BE PROCESSED!
CONSIDER HOLIDAYS OFF AND BREAKS WHEN YOU ARE NOT IN THE
BUILDING SO THAT THE TIMING OF GATHERING MATERIALS BY YOU
IS SUITABLE FOR MEETING THE DEADLINES.