Counselor's Corner

From the Counselor’s Desk:                                                    February 25, 2011 Issue 9

Application and scholarship deadlines are quickly approaching SWOSU, OSU-OKC, OCCC, and many others are due March 1.  If there is a college you are interested in check their web site or information sheets to verify their application deadlines.  If you are not planning to attend college or you may be looking for a job while in college you should be completing your resume.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR FINANCIAL AID:   For students planning to attend college, FAFSA forms must be submitted as soon as possible.  It is important that your parents file their taxes early, so that you can complete the FAFSA application process.  You may complete the FAFSA application and mark the tax return portion as intending to file.  You need your parents’ tax return to complete the application process.  It is strongly encouraged to complete the process on line to expedite the process.  You will need a pin number before you can complete the application. To obtain your pin number, additional information, or to complete the application go to:  www.fafsa.ed.gov.

IMPORTANT DATES:

• March 4 – Registration deadline for the April 9 ACT Test
• April 8 – Prom

REMINDER ABOUT COLLEGE DAY:  You may receive two college visits during your senior year.  To receive an excused absence you need to complete the College Day form and have it signed by Mr. Odam or Mr. Ragsdale prior to your visit, have a college representative sign it on the day of your visit, and then return it to Mrs. Garrett.

LETTER(S) OF RECOMMENDATION:

Students if you need a letter of recommendation please consider who you may wish to write the letter and give them ample time to prepare the letter.  Administrators and teachers are very busy as well.  If you cannot find the information sheet previously put in your box, see me.  It is helpful to give to those that you may ask to write a letter for you.  This gives the writer a more personal look at your goals and accomplishments.  You may duplicate the information sheet if more is needed.

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Girls interested in Engineering are invited to attend The University of Oklahoma’s High School Girls’ Day on Wednesday, April 6^th from 8:00 – 3:00.  Registration is $10.00 and you must register by Friday, March 18^th.  See me if you are interested.

• ACT Prep Course is available at the University of Oklahoma.  Courses are held each Saturday prior to the ACT Test Date.  Courses are held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $90.  You may call 405-325-6897 or visit, youth.ou.edu for more information.
• SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY:  Al’s Formal Wear is offering two $1,000. Scholarships.  Entries will be accepted between October 15, 2010 and May 31, 2011.  For complete scholarship rules visit: www.alsformalwear.com/Scholarship and to apply visit: www.alsformalwear.com/SchoolApp.
• GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP:  Is available to American Indian/Alaska Native, African American, Asian Pacific Islander, or Hispanic American students who have obtained a 3.3 unweighted GPA.  For complete list of qualifications and an application go to:  www.gmsp.org. 
• OKLAHOMA RURAL REHABILITATION CORP. SCHOLARSHIP is for students planning to attend college within the state of Oklahoma.  Applications are due Friday, April 15.  Application and further eligibility is available in my office.
• GRADY COUNTY AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP will award three $500. Scholarships.  See me for an application.  Registration deadline is May 6, 2011.  Winners will be announced June 28, 2011.
• If you are planning to play a NCAA or Division One sport, please make sure you register with the NCAA Clearing House.  You will need to have your ACT scores sent directly to NCAA by using the college school code 9999 when registering for the ACT.  To register with the NCAA go to:  www.eligibilitycenter.org.
• SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR MALES ATTENDING OSU – The Balanced Man Scholarship from Sigma Phi Epsilon is for males who exemplify academic excellence, selfless leadership, service to his community and a healthy lifestyle.  There are applications available in my office.  Application deadline is March 19; amount awarded will be between $375. - $500. 
• Make sure you keep copies of all applications and forms submitted to colleges.
• SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY:  If you are interested in attending Cameron University, I have information about the scholarship process in my office.
• STUDENT ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP, $500.:  All student athletes may apply, scholarship deadline for the BigSun Scholarship is June 23, 2011.  To apply go to:  http://www.bigsunathletics.com.
• SAMMY AWARD 2011 This is a scholarship for student athletes sponsored by America’s Milk Processors.  Official rules and applications are available online at: bodybymilk.com.  Registration deadline is March 4, 2011.
• JASON C WAGNER SCHOLARSHIP Application deadline is May 30^th.  Rules, regulations, and application may be downloaded at www.jasoncwagnerfoundation.org. 
• Check out the following websites.  They can be helpful for financial aid and preparing for college:

            www.collegeanswer.com

            www.scholarshipexperts.com

            www.fastweb.com

            www.finaid.org

            www.okhighered.org

www.scholarships.com

            www.fafsa.ed.gov

Please come see me, if you need help or need transcripts sent to a college(s).

Your counselor,

Connie Traxler 

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