Guidance News

AT&T and BBB Science & Technology Scholarship -

AAA Travel High School Challenge has had a very successful scholarship program. They are taking a one-year leave to assess the program and plan for the AAA Travel High School Challenge. For more information visit www.aaa.com/TravelChallenge.

Sam Walton Community Scholarship -

This scholarship is a non-renewable $1,000. award for a student’s first year of undergraduate study. Any senior (who is not a Wal-Mart or Sam’s Club Associate or child of) may receive more information on-line at www.walmartfoundation.org. Students may apply for this scholarship at www.scholarshipadministrators.net . No paper application is available. Associate Scholarships are available to children of Walmart employees. Apply on-line by January 14th.

Helen and Arnold Barben Scholarship (DAR)-

is open to deserving young women having maintained a minimum B average (85) enrolling at an accredited 4-year college. The expected amount of the award will be $2,000 or $500 each year for four years of study. Deadline to the local chapter is January 10th.

Demaris Smith Desimone Scholarship (DAR)-

is to financially assist deserving high school seniors in acquiring a higher education in United States History in the amount of $1,000. Scholarship is based on merit and achievement during their academic high school years with regard to community service, personal and academic interest. Deadline to the local chapter is January 10th.

Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Program

honors all-around accomplishments of JUNIORS in their community and school. Awards of $2,500-$25,000 will be given to 310 juniors to use at any type of post-secondary education or training of their choice. Apply on-line at www.discovercard.com/tribute or phone 1-866-756-7932 for a paper application. Postmark deadline is January 31st.

Phi Delta Kappa William Lewis Prospective Educator Scholarship -

A $250. award is provided for a local senior intending to pursue a career in education . Application, transcript, essay and 2 reference letters must be received by February 15th.

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution -

Most awards are for seniors enrolling at a 4-year college and are renewable for up to 4 years of study after review of the annual transcript. Most of the DAR scholarships require a common application. Political Science, History, Government and Economics (majors) Scholarships ($1,000-$2,000) have a local deadline of January 10, 2008. Nursing and Occupational Therapy Scholarships ($500) have a February 15 deadline. Medical Doctor Degree Scholarships of $5,000 (no pre-med) have an April 15^thdeadline. Additional scholarships are available to deserving sons or daughters of DAR members. There are also scholarships available for the study of business administration, music, law or graduate chemistry with an April 15th deadline. Check with scholarship chairperson for local deadlines.

^{Burger King Scholarship -
$1,000 scholarship available to all seniors. BURGER
KING Scholars awards are $1,000 each and may be used for educational expenses such as tuition fees and books, during the first
year of college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. To apply and obtain moreinformation about eligibility criteria
visit the website listed below.
Applications are available online until Feb. 2nd.
http://www.bk.com/scholars

AXA Scholarship - More than $1.3 million per year in scholarships available to seniors
only!

Qualifications:

Ambition & Drive

Determination to set & reach goals

Respect for self, family, & community

Ability to succeed in college
See the link below for application information and a comprehensive resource for info to help students & parents
plan for college. http://www.axa-achievement.com
National FFA Scholarships -
One application located at www.ffa.org automatically
enables 1) a current FFA member or 2) a high school senior or current college student pursuing an agriculture-related
or science program to apply for a variety of company or service scholarships. Although a majority of the scholarships are
specific to agriculture, there are over 100 scholarships with various criteria available. It might be worthwhile for all seniors to look over the guidelines. For example, a student living on a farm with strong
leadership skills and some financial need is eligible to apply for a Bridgestone/Firestone Scholarship. Applications
must be postmarked by February 15th.
Best Buy @15 Scholarship Program -
Best Buy rewards students for their work inside and outside the classroom. The
Best Buy @15 Scholarship has been established to reward well-rounded students who have given back to their community. Students
need solid grades and involvement in volunteer community service or work experience. For more information and to apply
online visit the website below. The deadline is February 2. http://www.bestbuy.com/scholarships

Kohl’s Cares for Kids Scholarships
-
recognizes
elementary and high school students ages 6-18 who volunteer in their communities to make a difference in the lives of others. Two winners from
each store nationwide receives a $50 Kohl’s gift card, 190 Regional winners receive a $1,000. scholarship and 10 National
winners will be awarded $5,000. scholarships as well as $1,000. grants to the charity of his/her choice. Students may be nominated
on-line February 1-March 15 at www.kohlscorporation.com.

Apple Scholars Program -
(a New Scholars Program) awards 10 technology packages
of: 1 MacBook Pro, 1 iPod nano and $2,000. in tuition monies. Two essays concerning (one about you and the other how you have used technology
to creatively solve a problem) are required. An application may be downloaded at www.apple.com/students/scholars and submitted
on or before May 15th.

Elks Scholarship
The Elks National Foundation awards $2.216 million in college scholarships
to a total of 500 high school seniors nationwide through its Most Valuable Student Scholarship Contest. Eligibility: High
school senior and US citizen Judging Criteria: active in school & community; recognized by peers as a leader, and
financial need. Applications can be downloaded from the websits.   They mus be turned into the counselor no
later than 9:00 a.m. January 9. http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/
Lott Leadership Institute
Deadline for nominated high school Juniors to complete applications. The Lott Leadership Institute
at the University of Mississippi announces a special program for high school student leaders, the Lott Leadership Institute
for High School Students. During the summer of 2010 up to 40 outstanding rising seniors will be invited to the University
of Mississippi campus to participate in this exceptional program promoting leadership. These students will earn 6 hours of
college credit while participating in discussion groups, panels and debates on issues confronting the leaders of the 21st
century. The students will also travel, all expenses paid, to Washington DC to participate in discussions with state and national
leaders. Nominations are sent by the school in December. Applications are mailed to approved students. Completed applications
are due by January 15. http://www.lottinst.olemiss.edu/
Jack H. White Literary Competition at MSU -
9-12th grade eligible
Attention all High School Students!!!!

If you are interested in entering the Jack H.
White Literary Competition, see your English teacher or counselor. Our school may submit only one short story and one poem
for the competition. A $75.00 cash prize will be awarded for the winning entry in each category. Competition rules are available
in the counselor's office and from the English department.

Rotary Club Scholarship -

Deadline February 23. The Rotary Club Borad of Directors has
determined to award a scholarship in the amount of $3000.00. The award recipient will recieve $375
each academic semester provided they are maintaining an appropriate GPA and attending one of our state schools.

Each applicant must submit:

Resume including a list of extracurricular activities and accomplishments

Brief statement (1 page or less) describing the educational degree and career
they intend to pursue and how that degree/career will benefit society and/or community

Current high school transcript

SAT/ACT scores
Must be turned in NO later than February 23.

Junior Auxiliary of Vicksburg
The JA of Vicksburg is making (2) $1000 and one $500 scholarships available to 2010 grads. The JA of Vicksburg will be making two one thousand dollar and one $500 scholarships available to 2010
graduates. The scholarships will be presented to students to further their education by attending a college, a university,
a vocational, nursing, or business school. These scholarships are limited to students planning to enroll in a full-time program.

A completed application form plus the following items should be mailed to:
         Kristy
Ehrgott, 125 Brookwood Dr., Vicksburg, MS 39183

2 letters of recommendation, with one being from school personnel

High School Transcript

Copy of ACT/SAT scores

Photo of applicant
Consideration will be given to volunteer service in school, church,
or community activities. The money will be paid directly to the appropriate institution following varification of student's
enrollment. A committee of Junior Auxiliary of Vicksburg members and associates will judge the applications and announce
the winners by April 24. The for more information or to pick up an application see your school
counselor.
Ole Miss Lucky Day Scholarship -
For students attending Ole Miss in the fall. Based on academic performance and financial need.
To ensure that promising Mississippi students are not denied a college education because of financial reasons, the Jackson-based
Luckyday Foundation provides renewable scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $7,000 per year. Deadline for applications
is March 1. Further requirements and applications are available online.
http://www.olemiss.edu/student_life/luckyday

Champions for Children -
Scholarship for high school seniors who have given time
to serve as mentors to younger children. The scholarship is designed to reward high school seniors who mentor at least 100
hours their senior year from June 1 until April 1. It is not based on a student's extracurricular activities or academics,
but solely on mentoring experience. In order to be eligible, a student must mentor the requisite number of hours,
complete the application, and write a competitive essay. Scholarship amounts begin at $5,000. If you are interested
in this opportunity, visit the web site or school counselor! http://www.msmentoring.org/
AYN Rand The Fountainhead Essay contest -
Essay contest for juniors and seniors
Top prize is $10,000, 5 second
prizes of $2,000, 10 third prizes of $1,000, 45 finalists $100 and 175 semifinalists of $50. Go to the website for rules,
guidelines and to submit your essay. http://www.aynrand.org/contests

Engineering Scholarships -
Announcing SAE's Engineering Scholarships. In recognition
of the important contributions made by engineers in improving the quality of our lives, particularly those related to mobility,
SAE is proud to be able to offer more than 60 corporate - and university - sponsored scholarships to qualified students who
are interested in the study of engineering and related sciences. Applications
are accepted through December 1, and must be postmarked by December 1. Applicant must be a high school senior at the
time of application. For full details visit the website below. http://www.sae.org/students

Deltapine Cotton - $1,000 My Future in Cotton scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to nine students.
The
future of cotton begins with the class of '10. For all its traditions, the future of cotton continues to rely on new
talents and fresh perspectives. That's why for this year's high school seniors,
Deltapine cotton is awarding nine $1,000 college scholarships. Complete details
on eligibility, rules and regulations available at the website listed below.

http://www.MyFutureInCotton.com

Christopher Columbus Essay Contest -
For Grades 9-12
The
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution are sponsoring an essay contest for students in grades 9-12. One
essay is selected as the state winner and forwarded for division competition. One essay is selected as the national
winner. The national winner will receive $1,200 in addition to paid lodging and transportation to Washington, D.C. in
October. The second place national winner will receive $500, and the third place national winner will receive $300.  Essays
must be received no later than December 10. Contest information is available in the counselor's
office.

University of Southern Mississippi Black and Gold Day -
By reservation only

For an individualized visit of the campus, faculty and facilities go to the
website or call to reserve your spot. http://www.usm.edu/admissions
Horatio Alger Scholarship -
Apply online. The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students
who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic
record, commitment to pursue a college education and a desire to contribute to society. Eligibility criteria: full time senior progressing toward graduation in the 2008/2009 school year,
intend to pursue a bachelor's degree at an accredited institution, critical financial
need, preferably $50,000 or lower adjusted gross income per family, involvement in community service activities, minimum 2.0
GPA, U.S. Citizenship. Must submit an online application and submit one letter of support
by October 30. See the website
for application and further information. http://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships

Prudential Spirit of Community -
For all students who have taken part in community service.
If you have volunteered in our
community over the past year you could win $1,000 and a trip to Washington, DC. Apply for the Prudential Spirit of Community
Award. Go to the website or see the counselor for more information.
http://www.prudential.com/spirit}

AXA Scholarship - More than $1.3 million per year in scholarships available to seniors only!

Elks Scholarship

Lott Leadership Institute

Jack H. White Literary Competition at MSU -

9-12th grade eligible

Junior Auxiliary of Vicksburg

Ole Miss Lucky Day Scholarship -

Champions for Children -

AYN Rand The Fountainhead Essay contest -

Engineering Scholarships -

Deltapine Cotton - $1,000 My Future in Cotton scholarship

Christopher Columbus Essay Contest -

University of Southern Mississippi Black and Gold Day -

By reservation only

Horatio Alger Scholarship -

Prudential Spirit of Community -