Guidance Office Bulletin
Week of Jan 18 - 22
ACT TESTING DATES
TEST DATES
Feb. 6
Apr. 9
Jun. 11
Registration Deadline
Jan. 8
Mar. 4
May 6
Late Deadline
Jan. 9 – 15
Mar. 5 – 18
May 7 – 20
Photo Deadline
Jan. 29
Apr. 1
Jun. 3
COLLEGE REP/MILITARY VISITS (ALL VISITS ARE DURING LUNCH UNLESS OTHERWISE LISTED)
Columbia College rep will be here Jan. 20
Truman State rep will be here Feb. 3
Missouri Western rep will be here Feb. 4
University of Missouri – St. Louis rep will be here Feb. 18 at 8:30 in the guidance office.
John Wood Community College Agricultural Sciences Open House will be held Feb. 22. All
interested students and their parents are invited to attend. This is a good time to find out more
about JWCC, the ag program and all that JWCC has to offer. Activities will begin at 4:30 and end
around 9. To register call 217-641-4558 or email ag@jwcc.edu by Feb. 12. Stop in the guidance
office for a copy of the agenda.
SCHOLARSHIP/AWARD OPPORTUNITIES
SchoolSoup.com is a website that is considered the authority on colleges/university
scholarships. They take pride in having the most comprehensive free and up to date
information available online. Create your free student profile and get your matches out of over
250,000 scholarships. Scholarships are listed by sate.
National Wood Flooring Association Education and Research Foundation Wood Studies
Scholarship is designed to promote the post-secondary study of forestry and related forestry
science. Trees are a natural resource providing the raw materials that support the livelihood of
those employed in the forestry industry, including members of the NWFA. This nonrenewable
scholarship in the amount of $1000 will be awarded to a senior who will be studying forestry in
an effort to advance and improve forestry practices for generations to come. Requirements:
GPA of 3.0 or higher, ACT score of 25 or higher, future study at a four-year college/university in
the field of forestry, environmental science, or natural resources. Deadline is Feb. 1 and
applications can be found in the guidance office.
Scholarship Opportunities – Several Insurance companies and organizations are providing
excellent opportunities for students to receive scholarships. Full details of the scholarships can
be found at http://www.obrella.com/resources/insurance-scholarships/.
Farmers Mutual Insurance Company of Marion County Scholarship applications are available in
the Guidance office. Conditions of the scholarship are: Open to ALL graduating seniors,
scholarship money may be applied to any chosen college, university, or trade school,
scholarship will be awarded after proof of acceptance to a higher learning institution, children
or grandchildren of Farmer’s Mutual Insurance Directors or employees are ineligible, academic
grades and extra-curricular activities will be considered, this is a one-time award, must be used
within one year after is awarded or will be forfeited. Deadline to apply is March 14, but will
need to be turned into the Guidance office by March 1 so we can fill out our part of the
application.
StudentScholarships.org is a site that lists several scholarships for Missouri students. You can
download it at www.studentscholarship.org/newsletter.php. Each scholarship lists the eligibility
requirements, and how to apply.
America’s Farmer Grow Ag Leaders, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, raises awareness of the
diverse career opportunities in the ag industry and provides $1,500 college scholarships to high
school seniors and college students pursuing ag-related degrees. Students who want to apply
need three farmer’s endorsements to complete their applications. The application period is
open through Feb 1. If interested contact Sean Frankenbach or Keriann Brandt.
James L. and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program awards college tuition, fees, books and
supplies. Requirements: must plan on enrolling in a four-year college or university, maintain a
2.5 GPA, and have a family adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less. Applications are available
at http://www.sms.scholarsapply.org/westlake. Deadline is Feb. 1.
Dr. Darrell “Jack” Holley/MUSIC Scholarship application are now available online. Six will be
awarded to Missouri high school graduates. Only one application is allowed from our school
district. If you would like to be nominated, fill out the application and submit it to the Guidance
office. If more than one application is submitted, a winner will be picked by the scholarship
committee. Deadline to apply is Feb. 12, but the Guidance office will need it turned in by Feb. 1.
Applications are available at www.musicprogram.org under “MY DOCUMENTS” under
MUSICFILES named “2016 Dr Darrell (Jack) Holley-MUSIC scholarship application.pdf
National Defense Transportation Association Scott/St. Louis Chapter scholarship program
promotes careers in Business, Transportation Logistics and Physical Distribution. All students
may apply, preference will be given to students pursuing these and related courses of study.
Applications are available in the Guidance office. Deadline to apply is March 1.
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program recognizes and supports those students who have overcome obstacles, have taken steps to better themselves and their communities. The GM
Foundation wants to help those who put forth effort and find success both in and out of the
classroom, yet are unable to attend college without financial help. Visit
www.buickachievers.com for application and more information. Deadline is Feb. 29.
RALLS COUNTY SENIORS – Etta Mae Anderson Scholarship is for Ralls County seniors, with
preference going to those entering the field of education. Applications are available in the
guidance office. Deadline is Feb. 12
Kenneth Gregg Agricultural Scholarship is for Ralls County seniors, with a preference for those
entering the field of agriculture. Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline is
Feb. 12.
2016 Missouri Bankers Foundation Scholarship is for seniors interested in pursuing banking and
banking-related careers. Applications and more information can be found at
www.mobankers.com .
The local Ag Futures of America scholarship is available at
http://www.agfuture.org/s/1342/index.aspx?sid=1342&gid=1&pgid=790 Deadline is March 18
Northeast Missouri Old Threshers scholarship applications are available in the Guidance office.
Family must be a member of Northeast Missouri Old Threshers for the past two years in order
to apply. Two winners will be chosen. Criteria: financial need, academic performance, interest
of history in agriculture, character and citizenship. Deadline to apply is Feb. 17.
MISCELLANEOUS
The 2016 edition of U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges is in the Guidance office. This
magazine is full of tips for choosing the right college for you, rankings of colleges, tips for
applying and finding financial aid. Stop in and check it out.
The Guidance office also has The Best of Co-op: a Guide to the Leading Colleges and Employers
publication. Corresponding with this is the National Co-op Scholarship program brochure and
application. The Best of Co-op Guide has been rated as the most informative source about
college level co-op programs and can be found online at www.waceinc.org. Also, you can find
them on Facebook (WACEINC) and Twitter (WACE_INC). This year 175 merit scholarships will be
awarded to students who are admitted to one of the ten institutions listed in the scholarship
brochure.
The Common Application instructions can be found at commonapp.org. Students should visit
the website to more fully explore the now over 600 diverse institutions in the Common App
membership. The Guidance office has a brochure listing updates and highlights.
Truman State University’s Summer Talent Academy for Professions in Health (STAPH) and the
Zombie Scholars Academy: A Problem-Based Exploration of Science, Literature and Leadership
(ZSA) is looking for students who are bright and enthusiastic young learners. Each program is
one-week long during the summer. STAPH: students completing the 10th and 11th grade who
currently have a 3.25 GPA and a 3.5 GPA in basic science courses are eligible for nomination.
ZSA is a unique academic program that takes the unprecedented interest young people have in
the fiction of a “zombie apocalypse” and turns that creative energy into a vehicle for learning
about some of society’s most pressing needs. There is no minimum GPA. If you are interested in
being nominated for one or more of these programs stop by the Guidance office.
University of Missouri School of Music staff have developed an assortment of programs that
will aid in the development of young composers’ diverse talents and provide opportunities
necessary for training performers who specialize in new music. Competition is statewide,
recognizes students K – 12 who compose original works. Two highly competitive full-tuition
scholarships are awarded each year. If you are interested please contact Ryan Wall, at
WallRC@missouri.edu or call 1-573-822-4471. Check out the flyers on the Guidance bulletin
board and in the Guidance office.
Missouri Health Careers – If you are seeking a fulfilling career, you will find plenty of openings
in the health care field. The Missouri Hospital Association offers a career website and career
guide that have the latest information about health care careers and educational programs. You
can find this website at missourihealthcareers.com and if you have a Facebook account, visit
www.facebook.com/missourihealthcareers and “Like” it.
If you are planning to study the field of psychology you might want to check out:
http://www.psychology.org/degrees
http://www.psychology.org/degrees/associate
http://www.psychology.org/degrees/bachelors
Each page goes into what you can expect and how to excel in the program. Everything on the
site is free to use.
The St. Louis Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Program wants to help you become a JourneyLevel Carpenter. Your education consists of both on the job training and classroom and shop
instructions. The Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters’ Training Center located at 8300 Valcour Avenue
in St. Louis is open between 7 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday. To apply you need to
show them proof that you are at least 18, fill out an application and begin looking for an
Apprentice job with a Union Contractor. They have employment counselors available to help
you find a job. Stop by and pick up further information in the guidance office. There is contact
person in Palmyra, Jim Thornburg, who has recently retired from this job and would be happy
to answer any questions you may have.
HOBY Advanced Leadership Academy is for Juniors and Seniors too! If you are passionate about
social causes, willing to take on new challenges, ready to develop an action plan and ready to
take on college-level curriculum and earn college credit, this program is for you. Will be held at
the Loyola University in Chicago, July 7 – 12. Cost is $895 which includes all meal,
accommodations, program expenses, and one college credit from George Mason University. If
interested see Mrs. Fulton in the Guidance office.
Juniors who are wanting to join the Air Force Academy need to begin the application process
now. To be eligible to accept an offer of appointment to the Academy, you must be nominated.
If you would like more information stop by the guidance office.
The Leadership in Practice program was developed by the Missouri Chamber Foundation to
engage Missouri high school students in hands on, real world leadership training. The program
is divided into five areas: global leadership, civic leadership, economic leadership, ethical
leadership and personal leadership. The key to the training is that students learn by
participating in small group discussions, activities and simulations. The students are mentored
by experienced business, civic and education leaders from across the state, imparting real world
knowledge to help guide their development during the forum. This year Leadership in Practice
will be held June 26 – 29 at the Westminster College campus in Fulton MO. For more
information visit mochamber.com/workforce/leadership-in-practice.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol will again offer their Student Alliance Program. The program
will take place on two consecutive Saturdays from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, beginning March 19.
Participants can be juniors and seniors of good character who might be interested in a career in
law enforcement. The activities will take place at Troop B Headquarters in Macon. Participants
must provide their own transportation and will be on their own for lunch break each day.
Applications are available in the guidance office. If you have any questions, contact Sergeant
Brent Bernhardt at 660-385-2132 or email brent.bernhardt@mshp.dps.mo.gov. Deadline is Feb.
25.
BIOME comes to Mizzou every August. This is a six-day. Residential, intensive academic
program designed to increase academic success for students majoring in the biological
Sciences. The program is a living-learning environment, which promotes strong academic rigor
and integration in to college life before and during the student’s first semester. Eligibility: must
be incoming freshmen admitted to the University for the Fall semester and have declared
Biological Sciences as his or her major. BIOME FIG co-enrollment is necessary to participate in
the program. For more information or to register go to biology.missouri.edu/biome.
AMDA has announced their 2016 National Audition Tour for Admission and Scholarships. Dates
and locations can be picked up in the Guidance office. AMDA has been committed to providing
an unsurpassed performing arts education to a diverse community of creative artists and has
two thriving campuses – one in Manhattan and the other in Los Angeles. AMDA offers more
than $10 million of scholarships each year. If you would like more information, visit them at
www.amda,edu or call 800.367.7908 and ask for Karen Jackson.
The IBEW-NECA Apprenticeship Training Committee for IBEW Local 350 is currently accepting
applications for the 2016 apprenticeship program. This program allows students to earn money
while learning a trade important to our country’s economy. The Bureau of Labor Statistics
predicts the demand for qualified electricians from 2012 to 2020 will lead to more than 114,700
new electrician jobs. Applications can be picked up at 801 Church Street, Hannibal, between the
hours of 7 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Please call Business Manager Bill Tate at
573-221-2648 to schedule a time to pick up the application. Stop in the guidance office to pick
up the application letter for full details. Deadline to apply is June 30.