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Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools

Scholarships,
College Fairs,
&
Other Programs
(Some programs include
grade levels 9-12.)
..

2009-2010

Additional information and applications
concerning the following scholarships
are available in the Counseling Office.
...


Scholarships

Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship Program

General Information:

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship Program. To date, this program has recognized more than 11,000 kids and awarded more than $2.2 million in scholarships and prizes. This program is open to all young volunteers ages 6 to 18 whose efforts have made a positive impact on their communities. For further information go online: http://kohlskids.com

Deadline:

March 15, 2010

Foster & Adoptive Family Services

General Information:

To assist current and former foster youth in their pursuit of higher education. Some adopted youth and homeless youth living in transitional living programs may also be eligible to receive awards. Scholarship and grant programs are now available for the 2010 academic year to foster/adopted high school seniors. For further information go online: http://www.fafsonline.org/Scholarship.html
Or, see brochure with scholarship/grant listings (pdf)

Deadline:

March 19, 2010 for Spring semester

Tzu Chi Foundation

General Information:

Based on financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement. Applications: http://www.us.tzuchi.org

Deadline:

March 20, 2010

American Society of Civil Engineers

General Information:

Students intending to pursue a college career in Civil Engineering.

Deadline:

March 26, 2010

The Links, Inc.- Raritan Valley Chapter

General Information:

Women of color, academic excellence, leadership skills, and community service.

Deadline:

March 31, 2010

New Jersey Utilities Association

General Information:

Minority, female, or disabled students pursuing a Bachelor''s Degree. Application: http://www.njua.com

Deadline:

April 2, 2010

American Legion Auxiliary (Nursing Scholarship - Past National President Bailey -
Dorothy Kellerman - Caroline Howarth - Claire Oliphant Memorial)

General Information:

Must be related to a Veteran who served in the Armed Forces. See application for additional information in Counseling Office.

Deadline:

April 15, 2010

Hickory Tree Chorus

General Information:

Young women who intend to pursue a career in music. Applications; http://www.hickorytreechorus.org

Deadline:

April 16, 2010

New Jersey Veteran's Memorial

General Information:

Must have visited NJ Vietnam Memorial - verification of acceptance at a particular school. See application for additional requirements (732-335-0033): http://www.njvvmf.org

Deadline:

April 16, 2010

Lancelot H. Owens Scholarship Foundation, Inc.

General Information:

Requirements: 3.0 GPA

Deadline:

April 18, 2010

Junior League of Elizabeth-Plainfield

General Information:

College-bound women, community service. Applications available at http://www.jlepnj.org

Deadline:

April 20, 2010

Pomptonian Food Service

General Information:

Work experience, community service, and financial need.

Deadline:

April 23, 2010

Central Jersey Chapter-National Hampton Alumni Association

General Information:

Male and female African American students planning to attend Hampton University minimum GPA 2.5.

Deadline:

April 30, 2010

Gateway Regional Chamber of Commerce

General Information:

Entering an accredited college or technical school.
Questions call (908-352-0900)

Deadline:

April 30, 2010

Felecian College

General Information:

Immediate family must be an employee in the food industry.

Deadline:

June 1, 2010





College Fairs

Seton Hall University's 11th Annual High School Sport Management Career Seminar

General Information:

Designed to enlighten prospective students about the opportunities that await them in the field of sport management. This event is free and open to all high school students, parents, teachers, and guidance counselors. Individuals as well as groups are welcome. Attendees will receive a tour of the Seton Hall campus and have the privilege of listening to several guest speakers with experiences ranging from current Seton Hall students to professors with multiple years in the field.

To register call or e-mail Kristi Starrick at ((908) 565-6530 / Starrikr@shu.edu
Please have the following information ready when responding:
Name of School
Number of Attendees (Including Faculty)
Special Requests or Needs

Date & Time

Wednesday, March 31, 2010, 9:00 AM-12:30 PM

National Hispanic College Fairs, Inc.

General Information:

The National Hispanic College Fairs would like to extend a special invitation to high school juniors to participate in our Spring College and Career Fair. Visit website for details and to see a video of one of our college fairs in action: http://www.ccnhcfcollegefairs.com. If you have any questions contact Marge Weinhofer @ 800-460-0599 / ejwmew6@verizon.net

Date & Time

Monday, April 19, 2010 between the hours of 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM






Other Programs

EXPLORING (Career Exploration for High School Students)

General Information:

EXPLORING is a program of Learning for Life which is an affiliate of the Boy Scouts of America. Exploring is a coed program and is open to high students regardless of whether they have been in Scouting.

For more information,contact Al Thomas, Patriots' Path Council, BSA, al.thomas@scouting.org, or 973-765-9322 x229 See flyer (pdf)




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