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Mehlville
High School
Counselors' Corner
MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL’S GRADING SCHEDULE
ACT/SAT/PSAT/PLAN/TEST DATES
HELPFUL WEBSITES
COLLEGE VISITS, INFORMATION AND DEADLINES
INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
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MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL’S GRADING SCHEDULE The following dates indicate the end of each grading period. Students’ grades accumulate throughout the semester. Second Semester |
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ACT/SAT/PSAT/PLAN/TEST DATES TEST DATES AND TEST PREP INFORMATION PLAN TEST Friday, October 9, 2009 The PLAN is a resource that helps students measure their current academic development, explore career/training options, and make plans for the remaining years of high school and post-graduation years. It is a powerful predictor of success on the ACT. Tenth grade students will take the PLAN. PSAT TEST Wednesday, THE PSAT is a standardized test, administered to juniors and sophomores, which provides firsthand practice for the ASVAB Tuesday, November 10, 2009 The Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success. It helps high school students learn more about themselves and the world of work. ACT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION MHS School Code: 261920 MHS Test Center Code: 179470 Website: www.act.org
September 12, 2009 August 7, 2009 August 8-21, 2009 October 24, 2009 September 18, 2009 Sept. 19 – Oct. 2, 2009 December 12, 2009 November 6, 2009 November 7-20, 2009 February 6, 2010 January 5, 2010 January 6-15, 2010 April 10, 2010 March 5, 2010 March 6-19, 2010 June 12, 2010 May 7, 2010 May 8-21, 2010 Students may register for one of two test options: The ACT Assessment or the ACT Assessment Plus Writing which includes a 30 minute Writing Test for an additional fee. Since not all institutions will require or recommend taking the ACT Writing Test, check directly with the institutions you are considering to find out their requirements or check the ACT website at www.actstudent.org. To view sample writing question, essay, and scoring rubric, please refer to www.actstudent.org/writing/. To prepare for the test: 1. Bring two number 2 pencils. 2. Bring a calculator (ACT approved); you may also bring a back-up. 3. Bring your ACT registration letter which you received in the mail. 4. Bring a photo ID with a signature. 5. Arrive at Mehlville by 7:45 and go to the main entrance SAT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION MHS School Code: 261920 Website: www.collegeboard.com
October 10, 2009 September 9, 2009 September 10-23, 2009 November 7, 2009 October 1, 2009 October 2-15, 2009 December 5, 2009 October 30, 2009 October 31-November 12, 2009 January 23, 2010 December 15, 2009 December 16-30, 2009 March 13, 2010 February 4, 2010 February 5-18, 2010 May 1, 2010 March 25, 2010 March 26-April 8, 2010 June 5, 2010 April 29, 2010 April 30-May 13, 2010 Mehlville High School does not administer the For the Graduating Class of 2010 - A change in the amount of money Bright Flight students receive.
Based on legislation adopted in 2007, students whose ACT or
This same legislation makes new Bright Flight students whose ACT or ACT/ ACT PREP CLASS - The ACT Prep Class, presented by CSD and The Princeton Review, will help students learn concepts and skills to master the ACT, including revolutionary test-taking techniques and tactics specific to each section of the test. Deadline for enrolling is September 3, 2010. The cost for this series of classes is $165.00. Applications are in the guidance office and library. Harris-Stowe State University - will provide you with tips on how to make the ACT work for you. Contact the office of admissions at 314-340-330 to make your reservations. The cost of the session is $25.00 ACT Prep through Saint Louis Community College – One-on-one instruction in ACT strategies. Instruction at Lindbergh High School on Mondays or Wednesdays, starting at 4:30. Instruction at Desmet High School on Tuesdays or Thursdays, starting at 4:30 Saturday or Sunday hours by appointment. Contact Dr. Jack Arnold at 984-7058 or 805-456. Tuition is $75. ACT Prep Class Through Continuing Education – January 20 – February 3 at Meramec Campus Cost is $129. Call Continuing Education at 314-984-7777 to enroll. Webster University Workshops – February 27 and April 24 from 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Register online at explore.webster.edu/actworkshop ACT Prep Class (Advanced Class) - Parkway South ACT Prep Class (Fundamentals Class) - Parkway North and West ACT Prep Class begins through Continuing Education Classes to be held on the Meramec Campus on Mondays starting April 26-May 24. For more information call Continuing Education at 314-984-7777 to enroll. The cost is $129. The This class, presented by CSD and The Princeton Review, will help your 10-12th grade student learn concepts and skills to master the
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) TESTS Website: www.collegeboard.com/apstudents
Through Advanced Placement’s college-level courses and exams, a student can earn college credit and advanced placement by earning qualifying grades on AP exams. Students may take an AP exam without taking an AP course. Additional information regarding the Advanced Placement program is available at www.collegeboard.com/apstudents. College credit policies based upon AP exam scores may be found by using the AP Credit Policy search at www.collegeboard.com/ap/creditpolicy or by checking college catalogs or websites The cost for each exam is $86.00. Students must pay a non-refundable deposit of $13.00 per exam |
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HELPFUL WEBSITES Career Exploration and Educational Planning www.bridges.com - Colleges, careers, scholarships, interest profile, financial aid, ACT practice test At student sign in, click on Site ID and type in the following: Site ID is: 10000592 Password: R8s2v9R3 http://www.bls.gov/oco - Occupational Outlook Handbook – gives information about jobs in each http://career.missouri.edu. - Click on Career Interest Game to match interests and skills to careers. www.collegeweeklive.com – A Virtual college fair where students can visit with colleges live, view live video presentations on key admissions topics, video chat with students on college campuses, and attend to be eligible for scholarships www.commonapp.org – Common application for undergraduate college admission www.gocollege.com - College and scholarship searches, ACT / www.mappingyourfuture.org – Careers, college search, and financial aid www.missouriconnections.org – Career exploration and educational planning www.studentedge.com - Homework help, careers, college search, scholarships, test prep www.zinch.com- This website is to help explore college recruiting and the admissions process. Test Preparation www.act.org – A CT website www.collegeboard.com – Testing and college preparation information www.dhe.mo.gov - Planning and paying for college www.freevocabulary.com – 5000 vocabulary words that may be on www.Number2.com – Free online test preparation for ACT and www.princetonreview.com – ACT/ Scholarships and Financial Aid www.cashe.com - Free scholarship search service www.collegefund.org – American Indian College Fund www.collegeview.com - Scholarship search, financial aid information www.dhe.mo.gov - Planning and paying for college www.fafsa.ed.gov - Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid online www.fastweb.com – Scholarship search, career planning, and college search www.finaid.org - Free scholarship search and other information about paying for college www.ftc.gov/scholarshipscams - Information about scholarship scams www.gocollege.com - Largest scholarship search engine on the Internet, updated every 60 days (over 500, scholarships worth over $1.1 billion) www.hispanicscholarship.com – scholarship information www.questbridge.org -A non-profit program that links bright, motivated, low-income students with education and scholarship opportunities at some of the nation’s best colleges. www.scholarship.com - A free scholarship search www.ncaaclearinghouse.net – NCAA eligibility center website www.njcaa.org – National Junior College Athletic Association Other Websites www.ed.gov – U. S. Department of Education http://dese.mo.gov – Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education |
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COLLEGE VISITS, INFORMATION AND DEADLINES
March 2 Steps to Community College and FAFSA workshop at South County Center of St. Louis Community College, |
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INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS Walgreens Pharmacy Groundhog Job Shadow WeekEach year Walgreens invites students (16 years and older) to spend a couple of hours in a pharmacy to observe the pharmacists and technicians. Applications in the Guidance Office and must be returned by January 25, 2010. Summer Opportunity Fair The 2010 Students and Teachers as Research Scientist (STARS) Program will have an information booth at this year’s Summer Opportunity Fair. The Fair will be held at the John Burroughs School, 755 South Price Rd, St. Louis, MO on Saturday, Eighth Grade Orientation for Eighth Grade Students and Parents MHS will host an orientation night for incoming freshmen on Wednesday, Four-Year Planning Workshop of Eighth Grade Students and Parents Students and parents are invited to a workshop on planning students’ schedules for four years of high school. The meeting will be in the cafeteria at Mehlville High School at 7:00. Financial Aid Workshops At St Louis Community College – February 21 and March 7 This workshop provides step by step assistance to complete the FAFSA. Open to all students and their families, regardless of college choice. Workshop will be held at the Meramec Campus from 2-4 pm. A+ Night This is an informative night for juniors and seniors at the main campus of St. Louis Community College-Meramec on Jennings School District Scholarship Fair – February 27, St. Louis Marriott Hotel, Students will need to register for this event at www.infinitescholr.org. Explore Occupational Therapy at Saint Louis University – March 6, 2010, from 8:30 am – 12:00 Learn about various aspects of occupational therapy practice in pediatrics, mental health, and physical rehabilitation. Applications are in the Guidance Office and are due by March 1, 2010 Steps to the Community College Tuesday, March 2 or Tuesday, March 23 6:00 p.m. FAFSA help session (must bring tax return) 7:00 p.m. Steps to Community College RSVP by calling 984-7200 (after January 1) South County Education Center 4115 Meramec Bottom Road Experience Nursing Day hosted by Chamberlain College of Nursing - March 24 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Junior or senior students with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above and an ACT score of 21 or above. Applications are in the guidance office Engineering, Math and Science Night An Open House showcasing the areas of Engineering, Science and Math with a guest speaker from Missouri University of Science and Technology will be held on April 2 at the Meramec campus at 6 pm. Spring Steps to College To be held at Mehlville High School in the library on April 8 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Females Interested in Engineering - RSVP by April 22, 2010 70 Series College Fair - St Louis (almost 200 colleges and universities represented) St Louis City College Fair *New* (almost 200 colleges and universities represented) |
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SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES DEADLINE DATES OCTOBER Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship Deadline: October 1, 2009 Criteria: Must have at least a “B” average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport. Value: varies Website: www.wendysheisman.com. National Collegiate Cancer Foundation Deadline: October 1, 2009 Criteria: Must be a cancer survivor and at least 18 years old. Value: $1,000 Website: www.collegiatecancer.org National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts: Deadline: October 1, 2009 Criteria: Create audio tapes, videotapes, slides, or manuscripts demonstrating artistic accomplishment. Non-refundable application fees are required. Value: $100 to $1,000 Website: www.nfaa.org Criteria: Awarded on the basis of character, as determined by essays. Information must be emailed. Deadline: October 6, 2009 Value: $500 Website: www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm Outstanding Students of America: Deadline: October 10, 2009 Criteria: GPA of 3.0 or higher and active in community service and school activities. Value: $1,000 Website: www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com Young Arts Deadline: October, 16, 2009 Criteria: Applicants must create audio tapes, videotapes, slides, or manuscripts demonstrating artistic accomplishment. Non-refundable application fees required. Value: $100 - $10,000 Website: www.youngarts.org KMOX / Southeast Missouri State University Student of Achievement Criteria: Open to juniors with a 3.5 GPA at the end of the sophomore year who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in academics, athletics, the arts, community service and leadership Website: www.kmox.com Horatio Alger Scholarship Program Deadline: October 30, 2009 Criteria: Based on financial need and integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Value: $5,000 (local) up to $20,000 (105) Website: www.horatioalger.com/scholarships Elks National Foundation “Most Valuable Student Scholarship” Deadline: October 31, 2009 Criteria: Based on scholarship, leadership and financial need. Value: $4,000 to $60,000 Website: www.elks.org Coca Cola Scholars Foundation Deadline: October 31, 2009 Four-Year College Criteria: Leadership, commitment to community, academic achievement (3.0 GPA) and part-time employment are considered. Must apply online. Award: $10,000 - $20,000 Two-Year College Criteria: Commitment to community, volunteer service, employment and academic achievement (2.5 GPA) are considered. Must contact the college you plan to attend for an application. Award: $1,000 Website: www.coca-colascholars.org NOVEMBER Ron Brown Scholar Program Deadline: November 1, 2009 (to be considered for additional scholarships) Criteria: For African –American students who excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities, and demonstrate financial need. Value: $10,000 per year for four years (10 awarded) Website: www.ronbrown.org Prudential Spirit of Community Deadline: November 2, 2009 Criteria: Honors young people for outstanding volunteer service in the community. Value: $1,000 state winner: $5,000 for ten national winners Website: www.prudential.com/spirit Foundation for Individual Rights in Education Deadline: November 6, 2009 Criteria: High school seniors must submit well-written essays on freedom of speech on college campuses. Value: $5,000 Website: www.thefire.org/contests 2010 Girls and Women of Distinction (Presented by Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri) Deadline: November 13, 2009 Criteria: Describe how the nominee’s achievements have benefited, influenced and impacted young women and the community. Provide letters of recommendations. Value: $500 Website: www.girlscoutsem.org. (applications also in the Guidance Office) Ecolifestl.com & Neighbors Credit Union Scholarship Giveaway Deadline: November 16, 2009 Criteria: There is an online voting process and qualifiers will create videos documenting their green efforts and aspirations. For more details, visit website for official scholarship rules and applications. Value: $10,000 Website: EcoLifeSTL.com Earl Collins Kiwanis South County Deadline: Applications are to be returned to the Guidance Office by November 18, 2009. Criteria: Scholarship and need are primary factors. Applicants must score at least a 23 on the ACT or at least an 82% on the Value: $750 Website: www.moarkkiwanis.org First Freedom Student Competition Deadline: November 23, 2009 (online registration deadline); November 28, 2009 (postmark entry deadline) Criteria: Essay contest for students in grades 9-12 Value: $750, $1,500, $3000 Website: www.firstfreedom.org Show-Me Chapter SWCS Scholarships Deadline: November 30, 2009 Criteria: Student must major in a conservation or natural resource-related field. Essay is required. Value: $1,000, $2,000 Website: www.swcs.missouri.edu DECEMBER SAE Engineering Scholarships Criteria: For students who intend to earn a degree in engineering or related field. Offers several scholarships, some corporate-sponsored and some university sponsored. Value: varies Website: www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship Deadline: December 1, 2009 Criteria: Available to all high school juniors and seniors graduating in 2010 and 2011. Website: www.AFROTC.com Bradley University Deadline: December 1, 2009 Criteria: Accepted no later than December 1 to Bradley University. Must have a GPA in the top third of their class and who also have an ACT score of 22 or higher. Value: $4,000 Website: www.bradley.edu Increasing retention for Electrical & Computer Engineers Scholarship at Mizzou Deadline: December 1, 2009 Criteria: For “underserved” students with minimum GPA of 2.8 in math courses and minimum 28 ACT. Selection also based on class rank and financial need. Value: Jull two-year scholarship for unmet need. Website http://increace.missouri.edu/Program.html Toyota Community Scholars Program (nomination required) Deadline: December 1, 2009 Criteria: One nomination per school to the student who exhibits strong academic credentials, leadership qualities and community service. See you counselor if interested. Value: $10,000 - $20,000 over 4 years Website: www.toyota.com/communityscholars One Essay One Thousand Dollars. Deadline: December 1, 2009 Criteria: Essay contest Value: $1,000 Website: www.essayedge.com/contest/tellyourstory John T. Belcher Memorial Scholarship (nomination required) Deadline: Due to the Guidance Office by December 4, 2009 Criteria: Academic achievement, leadership, and essay. Financial aid may be considered. One senior chosen. Value: $750 - $1,500 Website: www.msbanet.org Vantage Credit Union Quest For Education Scholarship Deadline: December 4, 2009 Criteria: Credit union member. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Value: $1,000 scholarships (20) Book/Poem Essay Contest Deadline: December 12, 2009 Criteria: Students must write a 300 to 600 word essay. Value: varies Website: www.lettersaboutliterature.org. Deadline: December 15, 2009 Criteria: Demonstrate outstanding achievement in activities in school, community or the workplace. Value: $10,000-$25,000 Website: www.9xa-achievement.com. Jack Buck Scholarship for Southeast Missouri State (nomination required) Deadline: December 15, 2009 Criteria: One student can be nominated by each high school. Student must rank in the top 25% of the class, have a 3.5 GPA or higher, ACT score of 27 or higher, and demonstrate school and community leadership through involvement in extracurricular activities and community service programs. See your counselor Value: Full tuition and room and board Website: www.semo.edu The Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship Deadline: December 15, 2009 Criteria: Major in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics ( Value: Full scholarship and be gainfully employed upon degree completion Website: smart.asee.org Young Authors’ Scholarship Contest for ages 14-18 Deadline: December 27, 2009 Criteria: Students write a short story on a specific topic Value: $15 - $250 Website: http://lempstories.com/writingcontest.htm Young Entrepreneur Award (National Federation of Independent Business) Deadline: December 31, 2009 Criteria: To recognize young people who have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit/initiative. Value: $1,000- $10,000 Website: http://www.NFIB.com /YEA Imagine America Deadline: December 31 each year Criteria: For students who plan to attend a technical school. Value: $1,000 Website: www.imagine-america.org All-ink.com Scholarship Deadline: December 31, 2009 Criteria: Seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA can enter this essay contest that awards scholarships up to $5,000 to its recipients. Essay topics: "Who has been your greatest influence?" and "What do you hope to accomplish after college?" Apply online. Website: www.all-ink.com/scholarship.aspx JANUARY US Deadline: January 4, 2010 Criteria: Needs 5 reference letters. Awards are given at the discretion of the US Value: $1,000 Website: www.mojcisenate.org/forms.html Missouri New Music Initiative Scholarship Deadline: January 5, 2010 Criteria: Portfolio submission, interview and audition Value: Full-tuition (2) Website: www.music.missouri.edu and click on Mizzou New Music Initiative Deadline: January 9, 2010 Criteria: African American students with financial need, strong academics, and leadership potential. Value: $10,000 per year for four years (10 awarded) Website: www.ronbrown.org 2010 Profile in Courage Essay Contest Deadline: January 9, 2010 Criteria: Write an original essay on the political courage of a U.S. elected official. . Website: www.jfklibrary.org. Gates Millennium Scholarship Program (Nomination required). Deadline: January 11, 2010 Criteria: Open to African Americans, Asian Pacific Americans, American Indians/Alaska natives and Hispanic Americans. Students must have a minimum 3.3 GPA, financial need as determined by the FAFSA. Leadership, community service and a number of essays are required. Value: Based on need; up to full tuition, fees, books and living expenses Website: www.gmsp.org Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarships Deadline: January 15, 2010 Criteria: Seniors planning on careers in government service (local, state or federal levels). Selection criteria: high school record, ACT. Value: $1,000 to $7,000 Website: Applications are available online at www.gwcf.org. 2010 Missouri Fine Arts Academy (summer program) Deadline: January 19, 2010 Criteria: See information under summer opportunities below National Scholarships for Seniors Deadline: January 15, 2010 Criteria: For seniors who are planning a career in government service. Value: $500 to$5,000 Website: www.gwcf.org Community Kindness Essay Contest Deadline: Due in the Guidance Office by January 22, 2010 Criteria: Write a short essay about an adult who is a role model of kindness and describe the positive impact this person has had on your life. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Award: Winning students will attend an awards ceremony Tom Joyner Foundation Deadline: January 23, 2010 Criteria: Full tuition for student entering Historically Black College or University, 3.5+ GPA, 28 ACT, leadership, community service, extracurricular Website: www.blackamericaweb.com The Princeton Prize in Race Relations Deadline: January 31, 2010 Criteria: Student involved in an activity that is helping to improve race relations in your school or community. Value: $1,000 Website: www.princeton.edu/PrincetonPrize Discover Card Scholarship Deadline: January 31, 2010 Criteria: Open to JUNIORS with GPA 2.75 or above. Demonstrated leadership. Website: www.discoverfinancial.com/community Value: $30,000 LEAP (sponsored by Missouri Society of CPA’s) Deadline: January 31, 2010 Criteria: Student planning on majoring in accounting next fall Value: $500 Website: www.leap-forward.com John Dennis Scholarship Deadline: January 31, 2010 Criteria: Pursue a criminal justice career, attend a Missouri college, have financial need, and a 2.0 GPA. Value: $1,000 (16) Website: karen@mosheriffs.com Rev. John E. and Regina S. Nance Scholarship Deadline: January 31, 2010 Criteria: Open to students entering college, business, and trade or technical institutions with at least a 2.0 GPA. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Optimist Club of Mehlville 2009 Oratorical Contest Deadline: January 31, 2010 Criteria: Students must be 16 years old by Value: $1,500 FEBRUARY Ellen Kaye Palmier Scholarship Deadline: February 1, 2011 Criteria: Be a student who has dealt with or is currently dealing with cancer themselves or has had a family member who has dealt with or is currently dealing with cancer, have a 2.0 GPA and attend a Junior College, College, University or Conservatory. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Value: $500.00 University of Missouri-Columbia Ponder Minority Business Scholarship. Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Minority students considering MU who plan on majoring in business. Selection criteria: academic achievement and financial need. Value: $5,000 a year for 4 years Mizzou Alumni Association Scholars Program Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Student must be in the upper 20% of the graduating class OR have an ACT score of 26 or higher. Website: www.mizzou.com/scholarship. Value: $500 to $5,000 McDonald’s Excellence Award Criteria: For African-American students who are involved with Herbert Hoover Boys and Girls Club. Website: www.mcdonaldsstl.com Value: $2,500 Multicultural Leadership Scholarship Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Top half of graduating class, or have at least a 2.90 GPA and must have demonstrated leadership in the multicultural community through involvement in high school or community organizations in order to apply. Website: www.missouristate.edu/multiculturalapp. Criteria: Must be a SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers) Education Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Manufacturing and related majors. Website: www.sme.org Best Buy Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Rewards students for all of their work; inside and outside the classroom. Value: $1,500 Website: www.bestbuy.com/scholarships Sam Walton Scholar Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Major in economics, finance, international business, management, or marketing at the University Of Missouri College Of Business. Accountancy majors are not eligible for the Walton Scholarship. Value: $7,175 per year (renewable) Website: www.business.missouri.edu Robert J. Trulaske, Sr. Scholarship Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Scholarships in Business from the University Of Missouri College Of Business. Value: $6,675 Website: www.business.missouri.edu (applications are also in the Guidance Office) Burger King Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: 2.5+ GPA, work 15 hrs/week (not Burger King), community service, and have financial need. Value: $1,000 Website: www.haveityourwayfoundation.org Mizzou Alumni Scholars Program Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Must be accepted to the University of Missouri and rank in the top 20% of their high school graduating class or have a 26 or higher on the ACT. Value: $500 to $5,000 Website: www.mizzou.com/scholarship Ponder Minority Scholarship – University of Missouri’s College of Business Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Major in accountancy, economics, finance, international business, management or marketing. Primary qualifications are being a minority, academic achievement, and financial need. Value: $5,000 (renewable) Website: http://business.missouri.edu/1659/default.aspx 2010 Missouri Innovation Academy Scholarship – Summer Program at Missouri State University Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Sophomores and juniors passionate about Science, Business, Innovative Technology, Robotics, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership. Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or be in the upper half of their class. The academy will be from June 5 – 26. Each student chosen will receive a scholarship to cover the cost. Website: http://www.missouristate.edu/MIA/ Advanced Credit Program UMSL-Bound Scholarship Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Seniors who have taken an Advanced Credit program course with the University of Missouri-St. Louis and have applied and been accepted to UMSL are eligible. Value: $3,000 annual renewable scholarship ($12,000) Website: www.umsl.edu/acp or call St. Louis Area Mensa Scholarship for Mental Health Deadline: February 1, 2010 Criteria: Student must have a GPA of 3.00 or greater and submit an essay. Applicant must major in the mental health field. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Value: $1000 Missouri Bar Deadline: February 5, 2010 Criteria: Essay question contest. Value: $300 Website: www.mnea.org/classkids/lawdayessay Youth For Understanding USA Deadline: February 9, 2010 Criteria: Recipients will live with a host family, attend the local high school and receive a four week orientation and language course in German before the start of the school year. Applications are on line http://yfuusa.org/scholarships/congress-budestag-youth-exchange-9.php. Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville PIECES Scholarship Deadline: February 10, 2010 Criteria: A National Science Foundation grant to support academically-prepared but financially-needy students who are interested in earning an engineering, construction management or computer science degree. Value: $2,000-$10,000 Website: http://www.siue.edu/engineering/pieces/ KFC Colonel’s Scholars Deadline: February 10, 2010 Criteria: Have a GPA of 2.75 or higher and enroll in a public, in-state college or university. Value: $20,000 Website: www.kfcscholars.org. Webster Universtiy Scholarship Criteria: Incoming freshman who has a 3.6 GPA, an ACT score of 24 or above or Value: $14,000 (renewable) Applications are in the Guidance Office Missouri Teacher Education Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Education majors who rank in top 15% of class or score in the top 15 national percentile on an ACT or Website: www.dese.mo.gov Value: $2,000 Missouri Minority Education Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Minority students pursuing teaching. Must have GPA in top 25% and attend a Missouri college. Value: $2,000 Website: www.dhe.gov.mo National Science Foundation (NSF) Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Strength of curriculum and academic performance throughout high school, essay and interview with the dean and/or faculty. Must have full-time enrollment at Marist College Poughkeepsie, NY starting Fall 2010. Value: Full tuition, room and board scholarships (12) The National Co-Op Scholarship Program Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: GPA of 3.5 or better, have completed all the required admissions applications material and be accepted for the 2010-2011 academic year at one of the National commission Partner Institutions listed. Value: $6,000 Website: www.co-op.edu. (Applications are also in the Guidance Office) 2010 Oh, The Places You’ll Go! Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Applicants must be students graduating in spring 2010, age 21 years or younger. Value: $5,000 Website: www.ohtheplaces.org. (Applications also in the Guidance Office) Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals and the ability to succeed in college. Value: $2,000 Website: www.axa-achievement.com Greater St. Louis Mother of Twins Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: For multiple-birth students. Considerations: academic achievement, leadership, citizenship in school and community, financial need, essay and recommendations. Value: $1,000 to each twin Website: www.stlmotc.org National Cooperative Education Scholarship Program Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Students interested in participating in college cooperative education and have a 3.5 or higher GPA. Value: $6,000 (renewable) Website: www.co-op.edu Monsanto Scholarships Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Agriculture related majors. Value: $1,500 Website: www.monsanto.com Military Commanders Scholarship Fund Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Dependent children of active duty, reserve, National Guard or retired members of the United States military who hold valid Exchange & Commissary shopping privileges. Selection based on academic record (3.5GPA or above), demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, statement of goals and aspirations, unusual personal or family circumstances. Value: $5,000 Website: http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/militarycommanders/ Nacel Open Door Congress-Bundestag Vocational Youth Exchange Program Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Seniors can spend a year in Germany living with a host family, participate in a school or training program, and get hands-on work experience through an internship with a German Company. Website: www.nacelopendoor.org. The USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships Deadline: February 15, 2010 Criteria: Open to financially needy students who enroll half-time or full-time in an accredited institution. Value: $1,500 Website: www.usafunds.org SIUE Alumni Deadline: February 26, 2010 Criteria: For children, grandchildren & siblings of SIUE graduates. Value: one full scholarship and five $100 scholarships Website: www.siue.edu/alumni Jerome Sandweg Memorial Scholarship Deadline: February 28, 2010 Criteria: For any senior in the Mehlville school District or any senior who is a member of Southpoint Credit Union? Applications are in the Guidance Office. Value: $1,000 James L. and Nellie M. Westlake Scholarship Program Deadline: February 28, 2010 Criteria: Have financial need, a 2.5 GPA and a family adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less. Value: Full tuition plus $2,000. Renewable Website: www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org Edward G. Halliburton Scholarship Deadline: February 28, 2010 Criteria: Student or parent must have been an Electro member for at least one year prior to the Edward G. Halliburton Scholarship entry deadline. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Value: $1,000 Save and Make the Grade Scholarship Program (Sponsored by Family Dollar stores) Deadline: February 28, 2010 Criteria: Students who plan to enroll as a full-time student at a two or four-year college or technical school. Website: www.scholarshipamerica.org/familydollar/ Value: $2,500 (20) MARCH Black Student Union-Black and White Ball Scholarship Deadline: March 1, 2010 Criteria: Candidates must meet Lindenwood University’s requirements with a minimum 20 ACT cumulative score and 2.5 GPA. Applications are in the Guidance Office or call Value: $7,000 annual scholarships plus $2,400 in on-campus work for campus residents, renewable for four years (2). Kohl’s Kids Who Care Criteria: Community service/volunteers. Nominations required. Website: www.kohlscorporation.com Greater St. Louis Art Association Criteria: Art majors. Website: www.gslaa.org Value: $1,500 National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) St. Louis Chapter Deadline: March 1, 2010 Criteria: Pursue a career in Business, Transportation Logistics, or Physical Distribution. Value: $2,000, $2,500 Website: www.ndtascottstlouis.org Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) 2010 Award Program Deadline: March 5, 2010 Criteria: Athletic excellence, academic performance, leadership & community service. Students must be nominated by the school. If interested, see your counselor or coach. Website: www.bodybymilk.com Value: $7,500 Douglass Alumni Association Scholarship Fund Deadline: March 5, 2010 Criteria: Student must be a descendant of any person who attended Douglass Elementary or Douglass High School. The recipient must have a “C” average. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Value: $1,000 Missouri State Teachers Assoc. Greater St. Louis Region Deadline: March 5, 2010 Criteria: Service to community and short essay. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Value: $500 Walgreens – St. Louis College of Pharmacy Career Explorers Program Deadline: March 5, 2010 Criteria: Interested in a career in pharmacy, be 16 years old by June 14, have a 3.0 GPA, and show a strong performance in Math and Science. Applications are in the Guidance Office The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Deadline: March 8, 2010 Criteria: A Constitutional Speech Contest Value: $1,500 Mehlville-Oakville Foundation Scholarship (three scholarships) Deadline: March 8, 2010 Criteria: Helen Barrett Scholarship for those planning on attending Mizzou and majoring in math. $500 Joshua Carl Wresting Scholarship is for a senior member of the MHS wrestling team. $750 Mehlville-Oakville Foundation Scholarship $1,000 Applications are in the Guidance Office. The Dillenkoffer Endowment Deadline: March 15, 2010 Criteria: These scholarships are focused on gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered (GLBT) high school students who have achieved a 2.75 GPA or higher and are active in their communities and schools. Value: (3) four year scholarships of $10,000 Website: info@dillenkoffer.org Greater St. Louis Art Association Deadline: March 18, 2010 Criteria: Art majors Value: $1,500 Website: www.gslaa.org Charter Communications Collegiate Scholarship Deadline: March 20, 2010 Criteria: Senior must have a 2.8 GPA, two letters of recommendation and write a 250 word essay. Applications are in the Guidance Office or on line. Value: $1,000 Website: Chon.Tomlin@chartercom. Missouri Botanical Garden Summer Program Deadline: March 24, 2010 Criteria: The Missouri Botanical Garden is in need of volunteers (ages 14-18). You can volunteer anytime from May 10 through October 31. Contact: Email Lynn Braun at lynn.braun@mobot.org or call SLPPDA Educator’s Scholarship Deadline: March 26, 2010 Criteria: Major in education. Value: $1,000 Missouri Bankers Foundation Deadline: March 26, 2010 Criteria: Banking related majors. Website: www.mobankers.com Value: $500 Century Credit Union - The William Pauly Scholarship Deadline: March 26, 2010 Criteria: Essay or video on Topic: Research the benefits of credit union membership and then find a creative way to show us! Website: youthclubs@centurycu.org Value: $1,000 Glen Taylor Jr. Memorial Deadline: March 31, 2010 Criteria: Open to any graduating senior planning on attending a college or university who needs financial help. Value: (2) $ 2500 Website: sara@taylorpackaging.com (applications also in the Guidance Office) US Bank Internet Scholarship Program Deadline: March 31, 2010 Criteria: Scholarships given through a random drawing process. Value: $1,000 (40) Website: www.usbank.com/studentbanking Neighbors Credit Union Scholarship Deadline: March 31, 2010 Criteria: Applicant must be a Neighbors Credit Union Member. Value: $1,200 Website: www.neighborscu.org Mehlville Retired Educators (MRE) Scholarship Deadline: March 3, 2010 Criteria: Plans to major in education. An essay of 100 words or less is required. Applications are in the Guidance Office. Value: $1,000 Mehlville National Education Association (MNEA) Scholarship Deadline: March 31, 2010 Criteria: Preference is given to a student who plans to major in education. An essay of 100 words or less is required. APRIL The Scholarship Award in Vision and Medicine (SAVM) Deadline: April 1, 2010 Criteria: Open to African American and other underrepresented minority and economically disadvantaged students who pursue medical or visual science majors. Value: $2,500 to $5,000 Website: http://www.muhealth.org Horizon Scholarship Deadline: April 1, 2010 Criteria: Students must be in good standing for 6 months with 1st Financial Federal Credit Union membership. Judging is based on academic achievement, writing assessments, and the student’s potential and financial need. Value: $1,000 Applications are in the Guidance Office. University of Oklahoma Club of St. Louis Scholarship Fund Deadline: April 2, 2010 Criteria: Recipient determined on the basis of academic, honors, and activities that contribute to the well being of the school and/or community. Value: $1,000 Concord Village Lions Club Deadline: April 6, 2010 Criteria: Demonstrated financial need, academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, and community service. Return completed application to the Guidance Office. Value: $1,500 Joe Matuszak Scholarship Deadline: April 10, 2010 Criteria: Include a list of patriotic leadership activities, a recommendation from a youth leader or teacher, and an essay on patriotism. Applications in Guidance Office. Value: $1,000 Scholarship Foundation Deadline: April 15 (usually) Criteria: Interest-free loan. Website: www.sfstl.org Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Deadline: April 15, 2010 Criteria: Must be above the 90% on the ACT. Very competitive scholarship. Value: $1,500 (renewable 3 times) Website: www.dese.mo.gov Urban Flight and Rural Needs Deadline: April 15, 2010 Criteria: Students who make a commitment to teach as a condition of scholarship. Scholarship is equal to tuition and fees for up to four years at a Missouri college or university. GPA of 2.5 or higher. Value: Tuition/Fees Website: www.dese.mo.gov Women Legislators of Missouri Scholarship YWCA Future Leader Award Deadline: April 15, 2010 Criteria: Female who will graduate from high school in 2011 and have a 3.00 GPA. Applications are in the Guidance Office or call 314-531-1115, ext. 235. Value: $1,500 The American Legion Scholarship Programs Deadline: April 20, 2010 Criteria: Descendant of a veteran with ninety days active service in the military. There are several scholarships in this program. Value: $500, $700, $1,000 Website: www.missourilegion.org/programs/scholarships/index.htm Student-View Scholarship Deadline: April 22, 2010 Criteria: Random drawing. Value: $500, $1,000, $4,000 Website: www.student-view.com Ayn Rand Institute Deadline: April 25, 2010 Criteria: Essay writing contest based on The Fountainhead. Value: $10,000 Website: www.aynrand.org/contests Kid’s Chance Scholarship Program Deadline: April 30, 2010 Criteria: Open to students of parents who have been killed or injured in a work-related accident. Value: Varies with need and educational expenses of student Website: www.mokidschance.org Mehlville Lions Club Scholarship Lindenwood University & DECA Scholarship Profile Deadline: Rolling deadline Criteria: The candidates must be involved in Value: varies Tylenol Scholarship Criteria: Health related majors. Apply on line. Value: $1,000, $5,000 Website: www.tylenol.com Sigma Phi Epsilon Criteria: Male student planning to attend Mizzou. Not required to join fraternity. Value: $500, $1,000 AEMP Foundation Scholarship Deadline: May1, 2010 Criteria: GPA of 2.0 or above and attend a college or vo-tech program that offers a diesel technology program. Value: $500 per semester for up to four semesters. Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship Deadline: May 14, 2010 Criteria: Students with history of asthma & allergies. Website: www.aafastl.org Value: $1,000 (2) Balanced Man Scholarship JUNE Alpha Gamma Sigma Scholarship Deadline: June 1, 2010 Criteria: Male senior who plans on attending the University of Missouri-Columbia. Value: $500 Website: Svxw7@mail.missouri.edu Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Deadline: June 10, 2010 Criteria: Seniors can compete in this essay contest for a $1,000 scholarship. Topic: "What do you see as the long term impact of our current recession on the average family? How might it affect their future decisions?" Website: Apply online at http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS Avila University Golf Scholarship Criteria: A partial scholarships for students passionate about golf. For more information, please contact Lisa Holton at Lisa.Holton@avila.edu. Ayn Rand Institute Deadline: Criteria: Essay writing contest based on Atlas Shrugged. Value: $10,000 Website: www.aynrand.org/contests National Academy Beauty Arts Scholarship Deadline: October 31, 2010 Criteria: Recommended by Guidance Counselor and complete entire course to receive the scholarship. Value: $500 SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES STARS (Students and Teachers As Research Scientists) – The STARS Program offers academically-talented students who are entering their junior or senior year of high school and their teachers a rare opportunity to work within a laboratory research setting with top scientists at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, St. Louis University, St. Louis College of Pharmacy, Washington University, and the University of Missouri-St. Louis. For six weeks (Monday June 7 – Friday 2010 Missouri Fine Arts Academy (MFAA) Deadline: January 19 A three-week summer residential program on the campus of Missouri State University for 150 artistically talented rising high school juniors and seniors. Both discipline-specific and interdisciplinary arts instruction is provided, as well as a wide array of performances, student presentations and exhibitions, art shows, workshops, and special events. The Academy will be held from June 6 – MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN SUMMER PROGRAM Deadline: March 24 Criteria: The Missouri Botanical Garden is in need of high school volunteers (ages 14-18) this summer. SAGE (Students as Garden Educators) is a Service program in which students can lead fun activities about plants and nature for our Children’s Garden visitors. Students can improve their public speaking and teaching skills, learn about plants, help a non-profit organization and earn 50 hours of community service! You can volunteer anytime from May 10 through October 31. Contact: Email Lynn Braun at lynn.braun@mobot.org or call Missouri University of Science & Technology presents Missouri Academy for Youth Advancement MAYA is a summer school academic enrichment program designed for young, high-achieving students who are eager to earn advanced credits and learn in an accelerated and immersed academic environment. These concentrated programs are designed to further students’ knowledge in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics and computing fields. The date is July 5-31, 2010 and open to students entering grades 8 through 12. Download application at http://maya.mst.edu. Student application deadline is Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville School of Engineering 2010 Audrey Walton Youth Leadership Conference Applications – Open to juniors and seniors Deadline: May 5, 2010 Criteria: This program promotes the importance of leadership, physical fitness, higher education, and a healthy life-style. During the 3-day conference, there will be activities that will encourage students to step up and be leaders among themselves. There is no cost to participants. The conference will be held July 15-July 17. Contact Jennifer Shear at #573-884-7756 Website: ShearJ@missouri.edu Mizzou Engineering Summer Camp Diversity Scholars Deadline: May 14, 2010 Criteria: 10th, 11th or 12th grade minority students interested in engineering and science. Camps will be held July 11-16 and July 18-23 on Mizzou’s campus. Website: Engineering.Missouri.edu/k-12 The University of Tulsa Summer Residential Camps in Screenwriting and Filmmaking Deadline: May 3, 2010 Criteria: Summer camp at the university on screenwriting, filmmaking while living on campus. Website: michael-wright@utulsa.edu Washington University Students may experience college at Washington University while still in high school by attending the Summer Scholars Program, Young Writers Institute, or High School College Credit Program. Website: summerscholars.wustl.edu and youngwriters.wustl.edu Siteman Cancer Center MENTAL HEALTH / COUNSELING RESOURCES
Name Phone Description Alliance for the Mentally Ill (314 )966-4670 Information on depression, bipolar, and other mental health issues Al-Anon and Alateen (314) 647-1572 Fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experiences and provide strength. Annie's Hope A bereavement center for kids and families. Behavioral Health Response Mental health crisis hotline and mobile outreach unit. Centerpoint Hospital Adolescent assessment and referral for psychiatric issues and drug abuse. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline 24 hour hotline used to advocate for someone you suspect is being abused or neglected. Children's Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis Dedicated to reducing the effects of trauma on children and adolescents. Covenant House Emergency shelter and counseling services. Crime Victim Advocacy Center Hotline for victims of violent crimes. Crossroads Adolescent outpatient program for drug abuse. Department of Health - St. Louis County Provides medical evaluation and testing. Includes Epworth Children and Family Services Provides youth development services to help children overcome severe emotional and behavioral challenges. Family Resource Center Assists in improving relationships between parents and their children. Family Support Network Professional counseling and other family support services. Free or reduced rates. Homeless Hotline Homeless hotline for St. Louis city and county. Hyland Behavioral Health @ St. Anthony's Intake and assessment; treatment for adolescents (may be a fee). Kids in the Middle Counseling services for children and adolescents experiencing parent's divorce and/or separation. Kids Under Twenty-One (KUTO) Crisis helpline. Sun-Thurs 4-10pm and Fri-Sat Legal Services of Eastern Missouri Legal services/advice for equal access to justice for low income families. Life Crisis Services Telephone counseling and referral services. Missouri Department of Social Services www.dss.mo.gov (314) 416-2700 Provide public assistance to parents and their children National Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse (NCADA) Information, counseling, referral, and assessment for substance abuse. National Eating Disorders Association Provides information about eating disorders and treatment. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Immediate assistance provided. Will refer to local prevention and mental health services providers. Parent Stress Helpline (800) 367-2543 Provides parenting information. Rainbow Youth Hotline (877) LGBT- YTH 24 hour hotline for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered youth. Student Assistance Program 314-531-3300 Pre-paid short term counseling for Mehlville District residents United Way http://www.211missouri.org 211 Puts you in touch with twenty different community helping organizations The Wellness Community Support for cancer patients and their family members. Youth Emergency Services (YES) Emergency housing and counseling. Youth In Need (YIN) Transitional, residential treatment for adolescents. YWCA of Greater St. Louis St. Louis Regional Sexual Assault Center for minors, transitional housing, and woman's safe house for adults. |
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