February 6, 2015
Counseling Center News!!
SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS!
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Heritage Bank: The Heritage Bank Scholarship Fund will reach across 29 high schools
throughout Western Kentucky and Tennessee. We will award $500 scholarships based on the
number of senior students enrolled. Applications are available in the Counseling Center. The
application deadline is February 9, 2015.
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Twelfth National Co-Op Scholarship Application: Students interested in attending one of the
nine WACE Partner Institutes should complete the National Co-op Scholarship Program
Application including a typed one-page essay (300-wods) describing why you have chosen to
pursue a college cooperative education program. For more information go to www.waceinc.org.
The application deadline is February 15, 2015.
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World Class – The Mediacom Scholarship Program: Mediacom Communications is again
offering $1,000 non-renewable scholarship to senior high school students in areas of 15 states.
Applications for the World Class Scholarship Program may be obtained the following ways: via
the internet at www.mediacomworldclass.com or by sending an email to:
scholarship@mediacomcc.com The application deadline is February 15, 2015.
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DAR Scholarships: Daughters of the American Revolution award approximately $150, 000
annually in scholarships. Some of the special scholarship areas include: American Indian,
Medical/Nursing, Learning Disabled, etc. Please visit the website to apply http://dar.org/nationalsociety/scholarships. The application deadline is February 15, 2015.
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The application process is open for the 4th annual Cornerstone Scholarship program, December 6
through February 17, 2015! College-bound high school seniors at Middle Tennessee public and
private high schools in Davidson, Dickson, Montgomery, Rutherford, Sumner and Williamson
Counties can apply for $1000 scholarships for the 2014-2015 school year from the Cornerstone
Financial Credit Union $25,000 Scholarship Fund. Qualifying students may apply now at
https://aim.applyists.net/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fCornerstone. The application deadline is
February 17, 2015.
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Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship - Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor, The
Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award $10,000 in college scholarship money to
graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or
communities. Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or fowl. Two awards of $5,000 each will be
given. Apply online at: http://www.vrg.org. The application deadline is February 20, 2015.
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CEMC Senior Scholarship Program: Ten graduating high school seniors (from CEMC five
county service area) will be awarded $1,000 academic scholarships. Each scholarship is to be
used toward tuition, textbooks, and/or required class materials after the winner has enrolled as a
full-time student in an accredited Tennessee college, university, or trade school of his/her choice.
Scholarship awards are payable directly to the institution upon proof of enrollment. More
information available in the WCHS Counseling Center. Application is due to your School
Counselor, or may be mailed directly to CEMC, no later than February 25, 2015.
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Buick Achievers Scholarship Program - The 100 recipients of the Buick Achievers National
Scholarships will receive an award of up to $25,000 per year, renewable for up to four years, and
one additional year for those entering a five-year engineering program. Application information
is available in the Counseling Center and online at www.buickachievers.com. The application
deadline is February 27, 2015.
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Military Family Support Trust Scholarship – We are a tax exempt, 501(c)(3), charitable
organization of military families past and present working together to help high school seniors
obtain college scholarships and to meet the critical unexpected financial needs of our eligibility
group. For more information, eligibility requirements and to apply, go to: www.mobc-online.org.
The application deadline is March 1, 2015.
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship Opportunity – The Scholarship Committee of Rho Mu
Zeta is accepting applications for the Annual Scholarship Program for school year 2015-16. It is
available to qualifying high school female seniors enrolled in a Clarksville-Montgomery County
School. Scholarship information is available in the Counseling Center. The application deadline
is March 1, 2015.
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The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year in Tennessee – There is a $3,000 scholarship from
the American Legion Department Headquarters for the Eagle Scout of the Year in Tennessee.
The winning nomination is sent to The American Legion National Headquarters to be entered in
the nation-wide Scout of the Year contest. The first place scholarship is $10,000 and there are
three $2,500 second place scholarships awarded on the National level. Applications are available
in the Counseling Center. The application deadline is March 1, 2015.
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The MOAA Scholarship Fund: Interest-Free Loan and Grant Program provides interest-free
loans and grants to students (under age 24) who are children of former, currently serving, or
retired commissioned or warrant officers (Regular, Reserve or Guard), for up to 5 years of
undergraduate education at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university of their choice.
https://scholarship.moaa.org/login.aspx. The application deadline is March 1, 2015.
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation: The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation is the
Nation’s oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships to military children, with
particular attention given to those whose parent has been killed or wounded in combat, or who
have demonstrated financial need. Since its inception in 1962, the Scholarship Foundation has
awarded over 30,000 scholarships valued at more than $80,000,000. In the 2013-2014 academic
year, the Scholarship Foundation has awarded more than $6,600,000 in scholarships to 2,040
students. The 2014-15 Scholarship application will be available on January 1, 2015 at
www.mcsf.org/apply/new-applicants/. The application deadline is March 3, 2015.
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Goizueta Scholarship – The Georgia State Office of Latino Student Services and Outreach are
accepting applications for the prestigious Goizueta Scholarship. Latino students who are seniors
and have been accepted into Georgia State are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. Apply
online at http://sfs.gsu.edu/files/2013/07/goizueta_application_revised_2013.pdf. The application
deadline is March 6, 2015.
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The Better Business Bureau Student of Integrity Award Program recognizes high school students
in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky who personify the principles of ethical business;
qualities such as trust, fairness, leadership, community service, academic integrity, humility,
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courage, compassion, and respect. Finalists and one Student of Integrity recipient are selected by
an independent panel of judges to receive scholarships to an accredited school/college of his/her
choice. Applications are available in the Counseling Center. The application deadline is March
6, 2015.
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Clarksville-Montgomery County Education Association Student Scholarship – applications are
available in the Counseling Center. The application deadline is March 6, 2015.
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The Stan and Thelma Plumlee Scholarship - Scholarship applicants MUST be associated with the
manufactured or modular housing industry, to be considered. For example, living in a
manufactured or modular home; or working in the manufactured or modular industry; or by
having a relative who works in the manufactured or modular industry. The deadline application
is March 13, 2015.
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Fort Campbell Federal Credit Union Scholarship – The applicant must be a Fort Campbell
Federal Credit Union member prior to or at the time of submitting the application. Applications
are available in the Counseling Center. The application deadline is March 13, 2015.
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US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Scholarships – there are 6 separate scholarships
available in the Counseling Center. The deadline for all 6 applications is March 13, 2015.
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CVS Caremark Scholarship
National Capitol Contracting Scholarship
Enterprise Holdings Scholarship
UPS Scholarship
Bruce Lee Scholarship
PepsiC0 Scholarship
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Fisher House Foundation Scholarships: Visit http://www.militaryscholar.org. Scholarships for
Military Children; application deadline is February 13, 2015. Heroes’ Legacy Scholarships;
application deadline is March 14, 2015.
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – The Minority Scholarship is designed to assist deserving
minority students with purchasing books and other supplies for college. Each scholarship
recipient will be awarded $1,000. This scholarship is available to all minority students (African
American, Pacific Islander, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Asian American), who meet the
scholarship requirements. Applications are available in the Counseling Center. The application
deadline is March 23, 2015.
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Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund – This scholarship fund was established in October
2001 by family members of the late Janice Marie Scott to honor her legacy as an advocate for
youth and a supporter of community services within the Greater Metropolitan Area of
Washington, DC. Mrs. Scott was among the 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon on
September 11, 2001 when terrorists crashed American Airline Flight 77 into that building. The
scholarship selection committee uses a “Need” category as a primary means for selecting
recipients of scholarships. Additional information and applications are available in the
Counseling Center. The application deadline is March 31, 2015.
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Clark-Johns – Joe Stephens Memorial Scholarship Fund – The Clarksville Lodge No. 89’s
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Scholarship Committee will choose the selectee for a $1,000 Scholarship Award. Applications
are available in the Counseling Center. The application deadline is March 31, 2015.
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Mickey Fisher Memorial Scholarship – one scholarship is awarded per school year to a
graduating senior who meets the qualifications and plans to enroll at Austin Peay State
University. The scholarship will be based on academic achievement and extracurricular and
community involvement – not financial need. The scholarship may be used for tuition, room,
board and/or fees charged by Austin Peay State University. Applications are available in the
Counseling Center. The application deadline is March 31, 2015.
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The Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club awards scholarships to graduating dependent children of
active-duty, retired or deceased military personnel of all ranks. Applicants must be enrolled or
plan to enroll full-time in college (undergraduate) or vocational school. The military sponsor of
the applicant must live within 40 miles of Fort Campbell. Applicants whose sponsors are on
unaccompanied tours may, on a case-by-case basis, be granted a waiver of the 40-mile
requirement. Applications are available in the Counseling Center. The application deadline is
March 31, 2015.
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The David E. Hinton Scholarship – this annual scholarship was created in 2002. It is available to
a qualifying High School Senior in the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System who
plans to attend Austin Peay State University and major in an agriculture related field (AgBusiness, Ag-Science, Environmental Studies, Pre-Vet, and Pre-Forestry). The David E. Hinton
Scholarship is for $1,000 ($500 per semester) and is payable to Austin Peay State University.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center. The application deadline is April 1, 2015.
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The Clarksville Civitan Club Western Grizzard Memorial Scholarship to Austin Peay State
University – an academic scholarship to Austin Peay State University, renewable for up to three
years (maximum of two semesters per academic year). This scholarship pays $500 per semester
(payable directly to APSU) and is available to a graduate during the current school year from a
high school in the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System. Applications are available in
the Counseling Center. The application deadline is April 6, 2015.
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Tennessee Chapter Soil and Water Conservation Society – annual $600 Natural Resources
Scholarship. Applications are available in the Counseling Center. The application deadline is
April 15, 2015.
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Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program – Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants will be
awarding up to $1,000 to the winner(s) of this years scholarship program. To apply, students
will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of their website:
http://www.abbottandfener.com/scholarships.htm. The application deadline is June 15, 2015.
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American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers – Visit
http://www.ascapfoundation.org/programs/scholarships.aspx for details.
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Skills USA PostSecondary Scholarship – Visit
http://www.skillsusa.org/students/scholarships.shtml for more information.
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FCCLA Scholarships – National FCCLA offers several scholarships to student members who
plan to further their education after high school. Visit http://www.fcclainc.org/content/youthscholarship-application/ to browse the available scholarships.
Other Opportunities:
 The application process is open for the 5th annual Cornerstone Scholarship program, December 1
through February 17, 2015. College-bound high school seniors at Middle Tennessee public,
private and home schools in Davidson, Dickson, Montgomery, Rutherford, Sumner and
Williamson Counties can apply for $1000 scholarships for the 2015-2016 school year from the
Cornerstone Financial Credit Union $25,000 Fund. PLUS: If you are a Tennessee resident
meeting the other application requirements and your parent or guardian is a Cornerstone member,
you may also apply. Apply online at
https://aim.applyists.net/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fCornerstone.
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2014 Religious Liberty Essay Contest – The contest is open to all high school students in the
graduating classes of 2015 and 2016. For entry forms and the complete topic visit:
www.BJConline.org/contest. Entries must be postmarked by March 6, 2015.
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ASVAB - Take the ASVAB at West Creek High School on Friday, March 6, 2015. Sign up in
the Counseling Center.
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MPORTANT! The 2015 Awards Ceremony will be held on Friday April 24th. If you would
like to be recognized in the ceremony, please fill out the attached form. Be sure to let Ms. Jackson
know of ANY scholarships you’ve been awarded, if you would like for them to be announced in
the ceremony. See Ms. Jackson if you have any questions.
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SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes: High school seniors can enter for a chance to
win a $500 scholarship for their education expenses at a college or university. One winner will
be chosen every two weeks. One entry per drawing but students can register for each drawing.
Drawings will be held starting October 31, 2014 until May 15, 2015. Registration begins
September 16th. To apply visit,
https://www.suntrusteducation.com/ScholarshipSweepstakes/index.html.
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Students interested in attending Vanderbilt University – Vanderbilt offers three merit scholarship
programs: the Ingram Scholarship Program for students who plan to combine a professional or
business career with an exceptional commitment to community service, the Cornelius Vanderbilt
Scholarship Program which recognizes the combination of outstanding academic achievement
and strong leadership skills, and the Chancellor’s Scholarship Program for students who have
demonstrated significant interest in issues of diversity education, tolerance, and social justice.
Each award includes full tuition for four years and a summer stipend for research, study abroad,
or service. Apply online at www.vanderbilt.edu.
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Cracking the ACT: Cracking the ACT is designed to help students understand as well as prepare
for this important exam. The course includes: practice exams, guided study, logic development,
test taking strategies, and study skills. Course fee: $136, includes 4 sessions, textbook and
practice exams. Exam registration fee is not included. To register, visit:
http://signmeup.apsu.edu.
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Student-View Scholarship Program: The 2014 Student-View Scholarship Program is offering
$10,000 worth of scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college,
community/junior college or career school. Simply login on to www.student-view.com and
complete a 15-20 minute application survey about colleges in your area. If you have questions,
feel free to contact 724-903-0439 or contact@studentinsights.com.
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Summer Scholars is a selective program and only students who have scored a 24 or better on the
ACT or 1090 or better on the SAT will be considered for admission. More information is
available at admissions.lipscomb.edu/summerscholars.
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