Don't begin to slack off now.
SENIORS: Continue checking onto your Portals & Emails on a daily basis! If you are planning to attend a CSU, please make sure you have signed up for your EPT (English Placement Test) & ELM (Entry-Level Mathematics)— Also, check with Ms. Ortiz-Martinez in the College Center to see if you are exempt from taking any one of the tests! ALSO, don't forget to have signed up for your FAFSA. Be sure to check with Ms. Ortiz-Martinez before you submit your application!
ATTENDING PIERCE IN THE FALL?
Register to the Assessment Exam ASAP!!!! Spaces are limited! Registration in the College Center!
Register to the Assessment Exam ASAP!!!! Spaces are limited! Registration in the College Center!
JUNIORS: Make sure you register for your SAT/ACT. Take prep classes and study hard! Please see Ms. Ortiz-Martinez to see if you are eligibile for a Fee Waiver and for any questions you may have!
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Northrop Grumman Engineering Scholarship Program
This scholarship program is intended to support promising high school seniors who intend to pursue a career in an approved engineering program and who lives in communities where Northrop Gumman Electronic Systems has a major presence. Individual scholarships of $10,000 divided into $2500 over the course of 4 years (ongoing eligibility requirements apply*) are being awarded. Two scholarships will be awarded within the Greater Los Angeles Area, including the San Fernando Valley, and more.
Directions to apply:
- Review the Initial Application Requirements for the program to ensure that you qualify
- Complete the online Student Application
- Prepare a typewritten 500 word essay on your career goals
- Have a school official complete the Transcript Information Form (provided in the online application)
- Include three Letters of Recommendation
- We advise that you work w/your school counselor in preparing this application
- The Application DEADLINE for ALL locations is MARCH 31, 2013
To view selected REQUIREMENTS and for more general questions,
contact information can be found on the Engineers Scholars Website: http://www.northropgrumman.com/CorporateResponsibility/Community/Pages/EngSCholars.aspx ***see website for more details***
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Fernando Award Foundation, Inc.
For the 2012-2013 year, Fernando Award Foundation, Inc., of the San Fernando Valley has established up to ten (10) College Scholarships of $1,000.00 each and one (1) 2,000.00 are awarded in June of this year to graduating high school seniors or students attending a San Fernando Valley commuity college.
Scholarships will be awarded to the most deserving students based on their participation in community activities and their volunteerism and are not limited to one per school.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must be a resident of the San Fernando Valley.
- Applicants must have participated in community activities of volunteered for programs within the San Fernando Valley. Please be sure this is detailed on the Scholarship App. Form.
- Each applicant must be a Valley High School Senior or be a student attending a Community College in the San Fernando Valley.
- A letter of recommendation filled out by your College Counselor
DUE BY FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2013
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California Credit Union 2013 Scholarship Application
The CCU 2013 Scholarship Application is designed to acknowledge exceptional students throughout the greater Los Angeles area. They will award 10 scholarships of $1,000 each to the winning students who are active in both their schools and the community. Submission of an essay and letter of recommendation provide testament to the character and abilities of the student. **Proof of acceptance to an accredited college or university in 2013 will be required before release of reward funds.
Applicant Qualifications:
- Graduating high school senior enrolling into a two or four year college; community college student transferringi nto a four-year university; adult student returning to college
- A minimum of a 3.0 GPA
- Community and/or school involvement
- Financial need
How to Apply:
- Read all instructions completely and thoroughly
- Fill out applpication through Adobe Acrobat Reader and submit the following supporting documents (Documents must be unstabled & typed or legibly printed):- A copy of your school transcript including your GPA and ACT/SAT Scores (if applicable)- A letter of recommendation from someone other than a parent/guardian who has experience working with you either through a school activity, job, or community involvement
- A one-page essay that answers ONE of the three essay questions found in the following application - Application & supporting documents must be postmarked by Monday, April 1, 2013. No exceptions
- Mail complete and unstapled application and documents in a single envelope to:
California Credit Union Scholarship Committee, Attn.: Gloria Rogers701 North Brand Blvd., Ste. 700, Glendale, CA 91203 - When your application is received, we will e-mail you a confirmation of receipt within 7 business days.
Application Postmark Deadline: Monday, April 1, 2013
Announcement of recipients on our website at https://www.californiacu.org/home/home no later than 5:00PM
For more questions and concerns please contact Gloria Rogers at gloriar@californiacu.org
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