GUIDANCE NOTES * Seniors' final transcripts to colleges were mailed on 6/8/2017. Best wishes to all our seniors in their future endeavors. * Guided Pathway Support (GPS) Program (3/17/17) GPS is a free college access initiative that empowers AFRICAN-AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS as they navigate the college admissions process. Using a "high tech and high touch" approach, GPS directs students to the most comprehensive and reliable resources available via online mentoring. A completed online application, one letter of recommendation from an academic teacher, an unofficial high school transcript, and two short wiriting pieces Applications are available now online at https://ronbrowngps.fluidreview.com. The application deadline is May 31, 2017. * 10 Best Colleges with Free Tuition in 2017 (3/2/17) For more information go to www.thebestcolleges.org/10-best-colleges-with-free-tuition 10.Macaulay Honors College at CUNY-New York City, New York 9. US Air Force Academy - Colorado Springs, Colorado 8. US Merchant Marine Academy - Kings Point, New York 7. Webb Institute - Glen Cove, New York 6. Barclay College - Haviland, Kansas 5. Curtis Institute of Music - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 4. Alice Lloyd College - Pippa Passes, Kentucky 3. Cooper Union - New York City, New York 2. Berea College - Berea, Kentucky 1. College of the Ozarks - Point Lookout, Missouri * Practice SAT or ACT Test (3/1/2017) Try a FREE practice exam and find out which test is best for you. Students can take a FREE SAT or ACT test on April 2, 2017. Space is limited! For more information or to register, visit PrincetonReview.com/RockTheTest. * Rising Juniors and Seniors: Common Application College Essay Prompts (2/24/17) The Common Application is sharing the 2017-2018 Common Application essay prompts to help students get ahead of the game. Rising seniors should begin writing their essays over the summer to have ready for their college applications. See Mrs. Strautz for the essay prompts or go to www.commonapp.org/whats-appening/application-updates/ common-application-announces-2017-2018-essay-prompts. * Free Official SAT Practice Online Resources (1/18/17) Once students connect their College Board and agree to send their PSAT results to Khan Academy accounts at satpractice.org, students will receive an SAT practice plan created just for them. * Virtual Virginia Students (1/9/17) Virtual Virginia does not follow Accomack County's school cancellations. Students are expected to continue working at home on days school is cancelled. It is very important to stay up to date with class work. Please communicate your needs to your online teacher or to Mrs. Strautz through email. Students can email Mrs. Strautz at * SAT Score Choice (11/29/16) Students can use Score Choice to select and send their best SAT scores to colleges. Students can also convert old SAT scores to new ones (and vice versa) in accordance with each college's score-use policy. Log in to Collegeboard and go to My SAT Scores. * Fair Opportunity Project's College Application Guide (9/22/16) This is a free college admissions and financial aide guide written by college students, college advisors, and high school counselors. This guide can be downloaded directly from the website, fairopportunityproject.com or download the guide from the "Files" tab on this page. * Virginia Education Wizard (9/22/16) The Virginia Education Wizard allows students to determine their educational path and link it to their unique skills, interests, and values. Students will find Career Assessments, Paying for College and preparing for college information, lifestyle budgeting games, and workforce roles which allows students to determine their skill levels, link to occupations of interest, and prepare for the world of work. Students can go to vawizard.org. For more information, contact them at 804-819-4973 or at [email protected]. The overview and training documents can be found on the "Files" tab on this page. * Office of Admission Outreach Office at the University of Virginia (9/19/16) The mission of this office is to welcome students from underrepresented groups to UVA, help students compete successfully in the admission process, and give students general advice about finding a college that will help them reach their potential and achieve their dreams. UVA accepts students solely on their academic merit, regardless of their ability to pay, UVA covers 100% of demonstrated financial need. This means UVA covers the full amount that families are unable to pay, through scholarships, grants, work study and low interest loans. UVA limits student debt. UVA limits loans to an average of $4,500 per year for in-state students. Low-income in-state students receive only $1000 per years in loans. For more information, visit the financial aid website: sfs.virginia.edu * Higher Admission (4/22/16) Higher Admission is a site where high school juniors and seniors spend about fifteen minutes entering their basic information; GPA, test scores, expected family contribution (optional), and a copy of an application essay they've written. When ready, they click a button and make their profiles available--anonymously--to colleges and universities. Colleges and universities search Higher Admission for students they'd like to enroll and send them detailed invitations that include estimated merit aid and a link for quickly determining the net cost of attendance. Higher Admission colleges and universities only invite students whom they will accept upon receipt of an application. The web address is * Parents of Virtual Virginia On-line Students (9/22/16) Parents who have a student taking Virtual Virginia On-line classes and want to have access to their grades, parents can contact the guidance counselor to send out account credentials to them. First, the counselor must have the Parent Acknowledgement form where parent checked for permission to communicate with Virtual Virginia. Contact Mrs. Strautz to get connected at 336-6166. * PTSA Scholarship Eligibility Alert (8/29/16) IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE CHS PTSA $500, SENIORS MUST BE A PTSA MEMBER BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 2014. * 4 or More (12/13/16) Part of CollegeBoard, 4 or More is a national movement to encourage all students - but primarily low-income college ready students - to apply to at least four colleges. Research shows that the more college applications a student submits, the higher the likelihood that student will enroll in a four year institution. Students who use a fee waiver to register for the SAT and others chosen using U.S. Census data, will receive the Apply to 4 or More packets. Each packet will include a personalized letter with college planning facts and guidance, college application timeline, and 4 college application fee waivers. Students should send the fee waiver forms only to institutions included in the SAT Fee Waiver Directory of Colleges (found at collegeboard.com). Students receiving the Realize Your College Potential Fee-Waiver Program packets will receive 8 application fee waivers and information on other traditional sources of fee waivers so they will not be limited in their college choices. For more information about the Realize Your College Potential, visit student.collegeboard.org/collegepotential, email to [email protected] call 866-444-4105 toll free. For more information about the Apply to 4 or More program, visit student.collegeboard.org/apply-to-4, email [email protected], or call 866-444-4025.
* Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch (10/31/16) All students who qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch NEED to complete the Free/Reduced Lunch application form whether they eat the school lunch food or bring their lunch to school. Students who are eligible to receive Free/Reduced Lunch also are eligible for fee waivers for SAT tests, ACT tests, and college registration fees. * SENIORS: A reminder that when you send in your college applications, you request College Board to send your SAT and ACT scores to those colleges. If you have had those scores sent to the colleges when you took the SAT and/or ACT, call the college admissions office to verify they have received those scores. The first four scores from Collegeboard are free, thereafter you will have to pay to send them. If you have taken any AP courses you will need to request Collegeboard to send your AP scores to the colleges. The same goes for dual enrollment classes, you will need to request the community college that you took the college class from to send a transcript to the colleges you are applying. There are fax requests in the guidance office for ESCC. * Free Online Practice Tests/Preparation for ACT, SAT, ASVAB, etc... The following website provides practice tests, study guides, and flashcards for the test listed above as well as many more. Go to testprepreview.com, Trueprep.com/free-practice-sat, sat.org/practice, March2Success.com, and 4tests.com. * Need help with homework? Particularly in the Math and Science Fields? Have your student go to The Khan Academy (www.khanacademy.org), a not-for-profit website with the mission of providing a world-class education to anyone. This video-library is the most used educational video resource. This site contains mini-tutorial videos that go over specific problems or concepts. It's like getting tutoring from home to help your students do homework when they have forgotten how to do it. If you have any questions, please call the guidance office. * Juniors: Help yourself by visiting colleges this year to learn which college meets your life style and your educational needs. Go to Cappex.com to assist you in your college search. Need help? See Mrs. Strautz. Chincoteague High School Bell Schedule. Buses will arrive to school at 7:40 a.m. High School: (Grades 8-12) 7:50 - 9:24 Block 1 9:27 - 11:01 Block 2 11:01 - 11:46 Lunch/Flex 11:49 - 1:23 B3 1:26 - 3:00 B4 Middle School: (Grades 6-7) 7:50 - 9:33 Math-A/Flex English-B/Flex 9:37 - 11:20 Math-B/Flex English-A/Flex 11:23 - 12:23 Elective/PE 12:26 - 12:51 Lunch 12:55 - 1:55 Science-A History-B 1:58 - 2:58 Science-B History-A * Attention all junior athletes!! If you wish to participate in NCAA Division I or II athletics in college, you must be certified by NCAA. Please go to the following www.eligibilitycenter.com then click on Prospective Student- Athletes start the process. Request the guidance office to send an official transcript to NCAA Eligibility Center; P.O. Box 7136; Indianapolis, IN 46207. When you register for the SAT or ACT, make sure you select code 9999 (the Eligibility Center code) as one of their free test-score recipients. A website to educate parents and athletes about the new NCAA Division I eligibility standards for 2016 and beyond is now available. Visit www.2point3.org. Calendar for Student Grading Reports for 2016-17
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* Wallops Island Chief Petty Officers Association (4/11/17) This scholarship is to assist students with college costs. Eligibility requirements are: be a graduating senior with a 3.0 or higher, demonstrate contributions to the community, and be accepted at an accredited institution. Three letters of recommendation, a personal statement, list of accomplishments, and career and educational goals are requested. The application is located in the guidance office and the application deadline is April 28. * Exmore Moose Lodge #683 Robert L. Parker Jr. Memorial (4/7/17) This $500 scholarship will be given to a deserving high school senior. The recipient will be chosen by the lodge on scholastic ability, leadership abilities and not necessarily on critical financial need. The application is located on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 5, 2017. * The Sharone White Bailey Educational Scholarships (4/7/17) Sponsored by the Macedonia AME Church, two scholarships in the amount of $2000 each ($1000 per semester) will be awarded to students enrolled in college for the 2017/2018 term. Applicants must be either an Accomack or Northampton County public high school graduating senior. One "Community" scholarship will be awarded and one scholarship will be awarded to a member of Macedonia AME Church. Eligibility requirements include: Be accepted as a full-time student in the fall term of 2017; Have a grade point average of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 grading scale. Supply an official high school transcript; Submit a one page essay; Provide documentation that you are an active participant in extra-curricula activities in school, church, and/or the community; And submit 2 signed and dated letters of reference from the list below: pastor, mentor, employer, teacher or school administrator. The applications are located in the guidance office and the application deadline is May 15. * Eastern Shore Christian Businessmen's Association (4/3/17) The Eastern Shore Christian Businessmen's Association $1000 scholarships are awarded annually to each of two graduating seniors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Requirements include: a completed application form, letters of recommendation, official transcript, a typed response to an essay topic, and a one page resume outlining extra-curricular activities, church-related activities, community service and other achievement.s The application is located on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is April 30. * The Kammie Olsen Shannon Memorial Athletic Scholarship (4/3/17) The Kammie Olsen Shannon Memorial Athletic Scholarship has been established in the memory of Kammie Olsen Shannon, a 1986 graduate of Chincoteague High School, who left her heart on the court/field whether it was playing basketball, volleyball, or softball. That same heart, full of love and life beat for the last time on March 23, 2017. Her love for the game was contagious and we know she would want her legacy to live on through the athletes at Chincoteague High School. This $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a Chincoteague High School FEMALE graduate, who participated in two or more sports in each of their sophomore, junior, and senior years and who plans on continuing their education in college or a vocational program. The application is located in the guidance office and the application deadline is May 5, 2017. * Mary N. Smith Alumni Scholarship (3/30/17) The Mary N. Smith Alumni association if offering a scholarship in the amount of $500 to an Accomack County graduating senior. The application is located on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The applicant is required to write a one-page essay (typed) that explains their goals and how you intend to contribute to the Eastern Shore. The application deadline is May 5, 2017. * John and Florence Parsons Scholarship (3/30/17) This scholarship is in the amount of $500 and the application is located on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The applicant is required to type a one-page essay that explains their career goals and your plans to improve and contribute to society. The application deadline is May 5. * CHS PASSS (3/29/17) This organization will award 2 $500 scholarships for graduating seniors. This scholarship will use the local scholarship application located in the "Files" tab on this webpage. The applicant must have two letters of recommendation and write a 200 word essay on "What the importance of the After Prom Event means to them personally". The application deadline is May 1.
* 2017 Young Professionals Scholarship (3/28/17) The Young Professionals of the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce are offering one $500 scholarship to a graduating senior from the Eastern Shore who will be furthering their education at a college/university/technical trade school beginning in the fall. A description of the applicant's plans after high school and a short essay are required. This application is located in the "Files" tab located on this webpage. The application deadline is May 3. * PTSA Scholarship (3/27/17) Seniors who have been members of the CHS PTSA for at least 3 years (September 2014) are eligible for this $500 scholarship. Two applicants will be awarded this scholarship. This scholarship uses the local scholarship application located on the "Files" tab. A copy of the PTSA membership card must be included with the application along with two letters of recommendation. The application deadline is May 1. * Eastern Shore of Virginia National Society DAR Scholarship This organization wishes to award a $1000 scholarship to a 2017 graduating Accomack County high school male or female senior who is planning to attend college. The main interest of this student should be in American History or in Political Science. A "B" average throughout the senior year as well as recommendations. A 500-800 word essay is required. The application is located in the guidance office and the application deadline to the guidance office is Tuesday, April 26. The guidance office will send the applications to the chairman. The recipient of this scholarship needs to be available the evening of Wednesday, May 10 to attend the DAR meeting where he or she will red the winning essay and be given the $1000 check. * Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Dept. Fred Tolbert Memorial/Special (3/27/17) The fire department will offer two $500 scholarships to a graduating CHS senior. The scholarship is open to both boys and girls who are entering a vocational/occupational school, college or community college starting in the fall. The student must include an essay entitled "How I feel that the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company benefits the community". The essay must be a minimum of 125 words. This scholarship uses the local scholarship application located on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1. * Masonic Lodge (3/27/17) The Masonic Lodge will be offering their $1000 scholarship to a graduating senior. The local scholarship application located on the "Files" tab will be used. The application deadline is May 1. * The Chincoteague Police Department (3/27/17) The Chincoteague Police Department is offering a $1000 scholarship to a CHS graduate. The local scholarship application located on the "Files" tab on this webpage is used. The application deadline is May 1. * The Moton Family Challenge Scholarship (3/27/17) This scholarship will award two $2500 merit-based, renewable scholarships to college-bound high school seniors who are direct lineal descendants of students affected by the public school closings in Prince Edward County, Virginia between 1959 and 1964. Applicants need not currently reside in Prince Edward County to be eligible for the scholarship. Students can visit www.motonmuseum.org/scholarship to apply. * Hallie M. Smith Scholarship (3/27/17) The Hallie Smith scholarship is awarded to a high school senior who has been accepted to an accredited college. The recipient will receive $500 each of the four years they remain in good academic standing at their school. This scholarship uses the local scholarship application located in the "files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1. * Hampton Inn & Suites Edward A. Robbins Memorial (3/27/17) The Hampton Inn & Suites is offering a $1000 scholarship to CHS graduates. This scholarship uses the local scholarship application located in the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1. * The Diane Galambos Memorial (3/27/17) This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior based on character, goals, and leadership. To be eligible for this scholarship a student must: submit a copy of your letter of acceptance from a college; submit a unofficial high school transcript; intend to major in education, nursing, or animal veterinary science; and write a 300-500 typewritten word essay entitled, "I am pursuing a degre in (related to one of the fields stated above), and my career goals are... This scholarship uses the local scholarship application located in the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1.
The Kiwanis are offering the following scholarships using the local scholarship application in the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadlines are May 1. Savage and Mears: Offering 2 $500 scholarships to graduates who will attend either a nursing school or the Eastern Shore Community College. Cliff Raymond: This $500 scholarship will award a senior who has attended CHS for at least 3 years. An essay describing what Chincoteague High School means to the applying senior. The Kiwanis Club of Chincoteague: The Club will offer 5 $500 scholarships to seniors who have been accepted to a technical trade school or college. Community service as well as academics will be considered. The Gary Mason Teenager of the Year: The Club will be considering seniors' community service to award the $1500 scholarship. The Floyd and Patty Mason Memorial: This is a $1500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who will be attending a Virginia college, Salisbury University, or University of Maryland Eastern Shore. The Ron Halbert Memorial: This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a senior majoring in music. * Christ United Methodist Women of Chincoteague (3/27/17) This scholarship is for graduating senior girl who is continuing their education at a 2 year or 4 year college. The applicant should have above average grades, has worked hard in the community and school. The award will be sent directly sent to the student's college of attendance once proof of registration has been received. This scholarship uses the local scholarship application located on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1. * Christ United Methodist Church (3/27/17) this scholarship uses the local scholarship application located on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The recipient will be selected based on financial need, scholastic achievement, as well as extra curricular activities and community service will be the primary considerations. This scholarship uses the local scholarship application located in the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1. * John Shields Tarr Memorial (3/27/17) This $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating male who has been accepted to a technical trade school or college. A high school transcript and no less than two letters of recommendation must be included with the local scholarship application located in the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1. * Mary "Sparky" McIntosh Memorial (3/27/17) This $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating female who has been accepted to a technical trade school or college. A high school transcript and no less than two letters of recommendation must be included with the local scholarship application located in the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1. * Hortatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program (3/24/17) Receive up to $2500 to purse career or technical education. To be eligible for the Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program, applicants must fulfill the following criteria: have completed high school (or earned GED) by Spring 2017; be enrolled in a career or technical degree/certificate granting program in Fall 2017 that will lead to employment; demonstrate financial need; applicants must be Pell Grant eligible; be under the age of 30; be a United States citizen. To apply online, visit application.horatioalger.org. The application deadline is June 15, 2017. For additional information regarding this program visit their website at https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships /about-our-scholarship-programs/technical/. * Jonathan Nolz Memorial Scholarship (3/17/17) This $1500 scholarship, in memory of Jonathon P. Nolz, will be awarded to a graduating senior based on Christian character, goals, and financial need. To be eligible, a student must be a graduating senior, submit a copy of your letter of acceptance from a technical school or college, submit an unofficial copy of your high school transcript, write a 300-500 typewritten word essay entitled, "What It Means to Me to Be a Christian, and How This Influences My Goals." Applications are located in the guidance office and the application deadline is April 30. * Knights of Columbus Msgr. Mickle Council 14263 (3/16/17) The Knights of Columbus of Cape Charles are offering a $1000 scholarship award to a graduating senior whose family is registered in any Catholic Church on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. The applicant must have received the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Catholic Church. A 300 word minimum essay is required on the topic: "My Catholic Faith: How It Will Guide My Life". The application deadline is April 30, 2017. This application can be downloaded from the "Files" tab on this webpage. * Addie Sawyer Scholarship (3/10/17) To be eligible for this scholarship you must be a high school senior who is related to a member (a parent, grandparent,sibling, aunt, or uncle) of Accomack Chapter #62, Order of the Eastern Star. The applications are located in the guidance office and the application deadline is May 1. * American Legion Post #159 (3/10/17) This is a local scholarship using the local scholarship application located on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The American Legion Post #159 is offering three scholarships in the amount of $500 each. Students may submit an essay on "What does patriotism mean to me?" to be used in case of a tie. The application deadline is May 1. * Sons of the American Legion Detachment #159 Joe Wagner Memorial (3/10/17) One $500 scholarship will be awarded to a Chincoteague High School graduating senior planning on attending a technical trade school, community college, or four-year college. Eligibility for this scholarship will include academic performance, financial need, and writing a 100 word (good paragraph) essay answering the question, "What does it mean to be a responsible citizen of the U.S. of America?" This is a local scholarship and the application is located on the "Files" tab of this webpage. The application deadline is May 1. * American Legion Auxiliary Unit #159 (3/10/17) This is a local scholarship using the application found on the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline is May 1, 2017.
This $200 scholarship is available to a graduating senior who completes the following requirements: attach a statement explaining your educational and career goals in 150-200 words, a 500-750 word essay, a list of school and community involvement and activities, clubs, and include two references. The application is located in the guidance office and the application deadline is May 1, 2017. * Fraternal Order of Police Eastern Shore Lodge No. 62 (3/8/17) This organization will be awarding two $300 scholarships to family members of FOP Lodge 62. However, in the event that there are not enough applications received by membership, all other submitted applications will be considered. The application is located in the guidance office and the application deadline is May 1, 2017. * ESTACI Young Leaders Scholarship Awards (3/8/17) Sponsored by the Eastern Shore Training and Consulting, Inc., these awards will be selected from graduating seniors who have demonstrated academic success in their chosen field of study, despite challenges of racism, sexism, and/or poverty. ESTACI is seeking those student leaders for whom post-secondary education might otherwise be financially unattainable, and who may be overlooked by traditional scholarship awards due to socio-economic challenges which may have prevented them from participating in traditional extracurricular activities on campus. The applications are located in the guidance office and the application deadline is April 29. * ACES Scholarship (3/8/17) The Arts Council of the Eastern Shore are proud to offer graduating seniors of the Eastern Shore who plan to pursue a career in the arts (performing arts, visual arts or arts education). The scholarship award for the purpose of defraying college tuition, room and board, and textbook expenses. Requirements include two letters of reference, an official transcript, a 300 word composition, and provide a letter of acceptance from the college. Go to www.acesva.org and click on the 2017 ACES Scholarship Application. The application deadline is April 15, 2017. * The Justice Family Scholarships (3/7/17) Justice Family Scholarships are four-year college scholarships provided by the Justice-Frye Foundation, Inc. for selected graduates of Chincoteague High School who reside within 1.5 miles from the intersection of Horntown and Fleming roads in Horntown, Virginia, and who received their K-12 education in the Accomack County public schools serving this specific area of the county. These scholarships can be used to attend any state-supported public college or university in Virginia. Among applicant criteria, applicants must have recieved all years of their k-12 education in Accomack County, Virginia, public schools serving the designated resident area, and graduate from Chincoteague High School. The application can be downloaded from the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application deadline to the guidance office is May 1. * Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce "Nicki L. West Memorial" (3/7/17) One scholarship will be awarded to an eligible Chincoteague High School student who has been accepted by an accredited school or college. Selection of the student will be made on the basis of character, scholarship, citizenship, leadership, ability, and need. The scholarship will be paid in consecutive annual installments of $500 at the beginning of each fall semester up to a $2000 over 4 years. This scholarship uses the local scholarship application (located in the files tab on this webpage) plus a supplemental application also located on the files tab. The application deadline has been changed to May 1. * Eunice Fisher Morris Scholarship (3/2/17) This scholarship is to provide a minimum of $250 and a maximum of $500 in financial assistance to graduating seniors attending an accredited college in the 2017-2018 school year. Students must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, submit SAT scores, submit a one page typed essay, supply an official high school transcript, provide documentation of extra curricula activities in school and in the community, and submit two letters of reference. The applications are located in the guidance office and the application deadline is May 1, 2017. * W. Foster Fletcher Conservation Scholarship (2/28/2017) William H. Beasley, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to two graduating seniors who will major in a related curriculum to natural resource conservation and environmental science. The application deadline is April 14, 2017. Applications can be found at the District office in Accomac by calling 757-787-0918, ext 101 or by emailing Mary.Melson @esswcd.org.
To provide financial aid to undergraduate students in the fields of study such as Marine Biology, Environmental Engineering and Management, and Fisheries Management, or other curricula related to the ecology of the coastal waters of the mid-Atlantic seaboard and the Chesapeake Bay and its Tributaries. Scholarships range from $1000 to $2500. Applications are located in the guidance office and the application deadline is April 25, 2017.
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide an opportunity to a student who plans to attend a college or post-secondary education. Graduating seniors must be in good standing with their high school. The application is located in the guidance office and the application deadline is April 1, 2017. * Financial Literacy Ambassador Award (2/17/17) This is a $10,000 award that will be distributed to five students ($2000 each) who earn a perfect score of 100% on the Financial Literacy Certification test in the 12016-2017 school year and are selected based on their application. The application form is located at www.wise-ny.org/Financial%20Literacy%20Ambassador%20Award %20Application%20Form%20.pdf. The application deadline is June 30,2017. * The Armenian Education Center/Scholarship (2/15/17) This $1000 scholarship essay contest is open to high school students grades 9-12. Hard copy essays must be postmarked no later than April 7, 2017. Essays must also be emailed by April 7th. Information and instructions for this scholarship are located in the guidance office. * VA Sheriffs' Institute Scholarship Program (2/8/17) The VA Sheriffs' Institute Scholarship Program is now open to receive applications from seniors who will be attending college in the fall majoring in the area of criminal justice. Only students attending a Virginia college will be considered. The application is located in the guidance office or online at vasheriffsinstitute.org and the application deadline to the Accomack County Sheriff's Office is April 7, 2017. * Daryl and Drew Campbell Memorial Scholarship (2/7/17) These awards, in the amount of $500 and 2, $250, sponsored by the Troy Donovan Ashe Memorial Pistol Tournament Committee, will be awarded to a graduating senior enrolled at a college in the fall. This application is located in the guidance office and the application deadline is April 25, 2017. * Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Iota State Lambda Chapter (2/3/17) The Lambda Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is offering four grants-in-aid to FEMALE high school seniors who intend to pursue a career in the field of education. Requirements include an unofficial transcript, two letters of recommendation from professional educators who have been the student's instructors with the writer's original signature, a typed statement explaining your reasons for applying for the grant and your goals as a future educator, and a list of school activities, community activities, and honors/awards received. The application can be downloaded from the "Files" tab on this webpage. The application must be postmarked by April 15, 2017 for submitting the application. * Betty Ross Academy for Lifetime Learning Scholarships (2/3/17) A $1000 scholarship to help graduating seniors continue their education at a college/university majoring in one of the STEMM fields: science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or medicine. Applicants must declare an intended field of study and submit grade transcripts, lists of academic and extra-curricular activities, reference letters and essays as well as a letter of acceptance from a community college or university. Applications can be found at their website, allesva.org/scholarship, or in the guidance office. The application must be postmarked by May 15, 2017.
This $1000 scholarship uses the CHS Local Scholarship Application located in the "Files" tab on this webpage. One scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who has been accepted to a trade school or college. The selection of the student will be based on character, citizenship, leadership, ability, and need. General attitude and potential may also be considered. Applications for this scholarship must be submitted to the Town Manager of the Town of Chincoteague between April 1 and April 28. A high school transcript must be included with the application. * Honors Grad U Scholarship (1/18/17) This is an educational blog dedicated to providing teachers with resources to help students graduate and go to college. They offer an annual scholarship available to college-bound high school seniors and college students with at least one year left of school. Through art, music, photography, creative writing, or video, students can use their prompt to create and share their work for a chance at earning a $1000 toward your tuition! Visit their website at www.honorsgradu.com. Projects must be submitted by April 16, 2017 at 11:59 p.m. * Women's Club of Accomack Co. Scholarship (1/5/17) This club is awarding three $1000 scholarships to a FEMALE graduating high school student residing in Accomack or Northampton Co., Virginia entering the fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, medical sciences (RN nursing programs) or education at an accredited two or four year college in the state of Virginia or the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Applications are located in the guidance office and the application deadline is March 20, 2017. * Women's Club of Accomack Co GFWC Tidewater District Fannie Stearns (1/5/17) This club is sponsoring a student for the Tidewater District GFWC Fannie Stearns Scholarship. This $500 scholarship is awarded to a student residing in Accomack or Northampton counties. The scholarship is to be used to further educational training in a college in the state of Virginia. Applicants who have been granted this scholarship may apply annually for a maximum scholarship award of $2000. The application is located in the guidance office and the application deadline is March 20, 2017. * Gettysburg's STEM Scholarship Program (12/12/16) With help from a generous grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Gettysburg is offering a STEM scholarship program for students interested in STEM fields (Biology, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics). STEM scholars will have their full demonstrated financial need met for all four years with no loans, and have the opportunity to: Attend a STEM-focused pre-orientation workshop with other STEM scholars; Enroll in an exclusive First-Year Seminar taught by STEM faculty; Participate in bi-monthly luncheons with STEM faculty and a variety of learning activities on and off campus; and Take advantage of various STEM offerings, including faculty-student research, peer-mentoring, preferential residence in Gettysburg College's Science House, and internship opportunities with industrial partners. The deadline for Regular Decision (using the Common Application) is January 15, and students should file both the CSS Financial Aid Profile and FAFSA by January 15. Visit their website which has the link to the application at www.gettysburg.edu/about/offices/provost/s-stem. Interested students mya contact Gail Sweezey, Director of Admissions, at * BigSun Scholarship (12/12/16) The BigSun Organization is offering to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits by offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. The student's participation may be in any capacity, whether as a player, coach, or official. The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at the school or in the community. The scholarship award is $500 and the application can be found at www.bigsunathletics.com. The application deadline is June 19, 2017. * Tidewater Builders Association (11/20/16) The TBA will award five students $5000 scholarships. Students of ANY Major may apply for this scholarship. Applicants must include an official transcript with SAT scores, two or more recommendations made by teachers, counselors, and/or community service providers, a full resume, and a written description of why you are deserving of a TBA scholarship. Applicants must attach page one of each of their parents' or guardians' 2015 or 2016 Federal Income Tax Returns, attach complete Student Aid Report from FAFSA including Expected Family Income, financial award letter from college the student will attend, and additional award letters for scholarships received. The application must be postmarked by Friday, March 17, 2017. This application can be found at www.tbaonline.org under the "Scholarships" link. If you have any questions, contact * 7th GRADERS: John Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program (11/1/16) The Young Scholars Program is a selective pre-college scholarship for high-performing seventh grade students with financial need. Go online to www.jkcf.org/scholarship-programs/young-scholars/ for more information and to select the "Alert Me" button when the scholarship application is open. * Suntrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes (9/16/16) Take a chance to win a $500 scholarship to help cover college expenses. 30 winners will be chosen at random. Enter now at suntrusteducation.com/scholarshipsweepstakes. Startilng September 12, students may enter once during each drawing period. Enter online or by mail. Two $500 scholarship winners will be randomly chosen approximately every two weeks beginning October 28, 2016 until May 12, 2017.
* Herman C. and Carrie W. Watson Memorial Scholarship (8/14/14) Seniors planning to attend one of the following colleges: University of Virginia, Virginia Military Institute, Virginia Tech, College of William and Mary, or Goldey Beacon College (Full Scholarship to Eastern Shore of Virginia students), are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Please visit The Herman C. and Carrie W. Watson Memorial Scholarship webpage at www.watsonmemorialscholarships.com. Links are provided for the colleges and universities where the scholarships are available. Hopefully this site will assist students in obtaining and completing the necessary application to ensure eligibility for the scholarship. Each individual college has their own deadlines so students need to check immediately. Students do not need to wait until they hear that they are accepted to the college before they apply for this scholarship. If you have any questions, their email address is [email protected]. Student qualifications and selection criteria are determined by the colleges and not the Trust. * A reminder to all seniors applying for colleges. Request a list of all scholarships and grants available from the college and how to apply. COLLEGE OPEN HOUSES * Hampton University High School Day (3/30/17) The Open House will begin at 9 a.m. on Friday, April 7. All high school students are invited to experience Hampton University on April 7. Meet HU faculty and students, and enjoy campus tours, an academic fair, the HU band and choir, and much more. To Register: s.hamtonu.edu/hsd * University of Virginia Engineering Open House (2/24/17) This is an annual, free event scheduled for March 18, that provides an opportunity visitors to meet faculty and staff, interact with current students, take tours of the state-of-the-art facilities, and attend interesting exhibits, presentations and demonstrations. Go to www.seas.virginia.edu/events/openhouse.php for registration and more information. * UVA School of Architecture Open House 2/24/17) The open house for prospective undergraduate students is scheduled for Friday, March 17 and Saturday, April 8, 2017. More information can be * Christopher Newport University's Summer Humanities Institute (2/24/17) CNU's Summer of Revolutionary Thinking is June 18 - July 1, 2017. Experience college life and earn college credit during this two-week immersion experience. Essential topics to understanding our nation's history and America's place in the world and exploring deeply the thinkers, leaders and events that shaped history will be the main focus. For more information, go to cnu.edu/summerhumanities/ SUMMER PROGRAMS/INTERNSHIPS * Virginia Tech VALHEN Hispanic College Institute (4/13/17) The VALHEN Hispanic College Institute at Virginia Tech is a free, 4 day residence program on campus, meals included, and transportation provided. This program prepares Hispanic students in the state of Virginia to enter and succeed in higher education. Students will meet with successful Hispanic leaders who will help inform students about career and educational opportunities. Students will receive help writing a college application essay; participate in STEM-related workshops sponsored by NASA; understand the financial aid and the FAFSA application processes; acquire knowledge on how to search for available scholarships and other types of financial aid; compete for available scholarships; and participate in a College, Career and Community Resource Fair. For more information, go to the following links: VALHEN link: http://valhen.org/; Application link: http://www.admissions.vt.edu/hci; and HCI 2016 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQIZxVxfH0&t=120s. * Boys State Conference (4/10/17) Sponsored by the American Legion Post #159, this conference is scheduled for June 18-24 at Radford University. The American Legion Post #159 will sponsor and pay for two male juniors to attend. The application deadline is April 30 and applications are located in the guidance office. * Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program (4/10/17) Sponsored by the American Legion Post #159, this program provides students with the opportunity to experience firsthand what it takes to become a law enforcement officer. Held at the Virginia State Police Academy in Richmond, it provides an ideal setting for rising high school seniors to learn about law enforcement. The five day session includes instruction and orientation to criminal investigation, patrol techniques, accident investigation, firearms safety, use of radar and VASCAR, and marksmanship. The opportunity to visit the Governor's Mansion, the Virginia War Memorial, and have lunch at a local Post is provided. The session will be held in July and the application deadline is April 30. * James Madison University Summer Programs Open (4/3/17) JMU Honors Institute: A week long program for high school juniors and seniors get a first hand look at a university and its honors program. June 18-24, 2017 Robotics Camp: A challenging program designed for middle school students who want to push robots to the limits with two JMU Physics professors. June 19-23, 2017 Fencing Camp: Provides instruction in footwork, techniques, strategies, and safety used in Olympic style fencing for rising 5th - 10th graders at the beginning through advanced level. Learn more about JMU Outreach & Engagement Youth Programs at * William & Mary Pre-College Summer Program in Early American History (3/31/17) The National Institute of American History and Democracy at the College of William and Mary is sponsoring this program to students who will be high school juniors or seniors next year, as well as those who will graduate from high school this spring. Pre-collegiate students will earn 4 hours of college credit for a summer course in which they study American history "on site" at many historic places, museums, and archaeology sites throughout Virginia. Students may select either of the following courses: History 217: Jamestown through the American Revolution or History 218: The American Revolution through the Civil War. The application deadline is April 30. Partial financial aid scholarships are available. Go to www.wm.edu/niahd to download all necessary forms. * US Youth Conservation Corps (3/30/17) This is a summer youth employment program that engages teenagers in meaningful work experiences on national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and fish hatcheries. YCC members work on projects that promote awareness and appreciation of the public lands legacy and the nation's natural, cultural, and historic resources. Applicants must be 15 yrs. old before completion of the program, a US citizen, able to obtain a work permit if needed, provide a valid social security card number, and be able to fulfill the functions of the assigned work. Projects may range up to 10 weeks and up to 8 hours a day. YCC members are paid the federal minimum wage, or the state minimum wage if higher. Applications are in the guidance office. * Virginia Space Flight Academy (3/27/17) An exciting opportunity for students interested in the sciences and technology fields to receive a fully paid week this summer at Virginia Space Flight Academy's summer adventure space camp program. All they need to do is write an essay and submit it for review. The specifics are: The contest is open to all students' ages 11-15 years old in the Accomack County Schools. Students must be no younger than 11 and no older than 15 during the summer of 2017. To apply, students must write a 500-1000 word essay on the subject below. Essays will be judged on creativity, content, and grammar/organization. The essay question for the academy is: "If you are selected for the crew of the first mission to Mars, and must set up a working base on Mars, what one thing would you insist on bringing with you and why?" Essays must be submitted to Ms. Tamara Sterling, Director of Secondary Schools no later than April 14, 2017 @ noon. Winners announced May 5, 2017. The week at camp is subject to availability. Essays should be turned into the guidance office no later than Wednesday, April 12. All essays will be forwarded to Ms. Sterling. * Mindfulness Training for Teens (3/27/17) This is a 6-day residential retreat for students ages 15-19 in Madison, VA on June 30-July 5. Students will learn mindfulness through guided sitting and walking meditation, movement, small group discussions, and fun workshops. Students will develop valuable skills that can support emotional resilience, inner strength, and compassion towards self and others. Students will practice the skills to become a better leader, team member, and learner. Students will study with experienced teachers, mentors, and peers in a supportive environment. This retreat is sponsored by the Inward Bound Mindfulness Education. Scholarships are available: No teen has ever been turned away for lack of funds. Go to www.iBme.info/va17 for more information or [email protected] or call 978-254-7082. * Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies (3/16/17) These are programs for students in grades 7-12 who are passionate about learning and intellectually adventurous. They have online,on-campus, residential, commuter, summer and year-round programs. Some programs included are: Stanford Sports Business Academy, Summer Humanities Institute, Summer Arts Institute, Artificial Intelligence Laboratory's Outreach Summer Program, High School Summer College, Single Subject Summer Institutes, Stanford University Mathematics Camp, University-Level Online Math and Physic Courses, and Stanford Online High School. To learn more about all their programs, visit: spcs.stanford.edu/collegecounselor. Limited financial aid is available. Students can apply today at spces.stanford.edu/find-yourself.
This is a 5 day summer program for high school students with disabilities that will be held in Richmond at the Virginia Rehabilitation Center for the Blind and Vision Impaired (VRCBVI). Rising sophomores through seniors are eligible. Out of town students will room Sunday through Thursday nights in the dormitories at VRCBVI. The camp is scheduled for June 26-30. Applications will be available in the guidance office. The application deadline is May 1, 2017 or until 28 slots are filled. Questions may be emailed to
This camp is available for high school juniors and sophomores and subjects include: Camp Psych, Campaigns and Elections Academy, Writing Camp, 3D Object Modeling and Printing Camp, Adruino Camp (Students will use creativity and easy-to-learn Arduino to create projects with sensors, motors, speakers and displays, to create projects that interact with them and their world), and Civil War Institute Summer Conference. See Mrs. Strautz for more information. * Summer Bridge STEM Program at Radford (2/22/17) The summer Bridge STEM program is a week-long residential experience for rising sophomore, junior, and senior high school girls interested in science, technology, and mathematics. Cost is $1250. For more information, see Mrs. Strautz. The application deadline is February 28,2017. * National Institute of American History and Democracy (NIAHD) (2/22/17) This is a joint project of the College of William & Mary and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, invites students to apply to this program who will be rising juniors, rising seniors, and graduating seniors by this summer. Students can earn four hours of college credit for an in-depth study in early American history. Two three-week sessions will be offered. Applications may be downloaded from www.wm.edu/niahd. The application deadline is April 21, 2017. * Holiday Lake Forestry Camp (2/20/17) This camp is for students who are 13-16 years of age with an interest in forestry or other natural resources. This camp is a residential camp with a structured academic focus. Campers enjoy outdoor field experiences on the Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest. The program centers on classes such as forest management, wildlife and environmental protection, supplemented by special presentations from natural resource professionals. Daily quizzes and a final exam are included. Exploratory classes of the camper's choice, sports, a lumberjack competition and some free time and swimming each day. The cost of the camp is $85 for the week. See the guidance office for camp information. The deadline is April 7. * Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists (BLUR) (2/7/17) Sponsored by Sweet Briar College is providing a three week program of creative writing, studio art and sound design from June 18 through July 9. BLUR is an accelerated summer program for high school students (rising 10th, 11th, and 12th) which encourages the blending and transcending of artistic genres. Artistic tracks include creative writing, painting, drawing sculpting, sound design and composition. Students will receive two hours of college credit. Financial aid and scholarships available. The application deadline is April 1. For more information, go to the website at bluratsbc.com. * Duke University Summer Session (12/16/16) Duke is now accepting applications for grades 9-12 to enroll in programs for either academic credit or personal enrichment courses with a global perspective. Go to summersession.duke.edu/high-school-students for more information.
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