Christian College Connector

To find the Christian College that is right for you, go to www.ChristianConnector.com. It is a free Christian College information service. When you go to the site and request information, you are automatically entered in a $2,500 scholarship drawing. The Christian Connector, Inc. is pleased to offer the Online Christian College Scholarship Resource Program. This FREE web resource allows students to search for the different types of scholarships that are of interest.

Capstone Leadership Academy

The University of Alabama will host the sixth annual Capstone Leadership Academy on March 14-15, 2013. Each school may nominate two sophomore students who have shown an aptitude for leadership. In turn, UA will invite them to apply for the Leadership Academy, which includes a brief essay on one of their three leadership themes - values, vision, and voice. Applicants should have a GPA of at least 3.0 as supported by a current high school transcript. If you are a sophomore who has the GPA and has shown leadership, please let Mrs. Champion know that you are interested in being nominated.

The American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Have you heard about The American Academy of Dramatic Arts? If you are serious about acting as a career, you might want to contact them. They have campuses in New York City and Los Angelos. The American Academy of Dramatic Arts offers a Two-Year Acting Conservatory Program. Contact information includes the website, http://applyaada.com/rsvp, call 800-463-8990 or text RSVP to 323.984.9960. There is a poster in the hall with information forms that you can take. Auditions are being held in many different locations. The closest ones to Alabama are in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, November 17, 2012, and Saturday, March 16, 2013. Audition requirements include: 1. Personal interview, 2. Two contrasting monologues, 3. Cold reading.

Kid's Chance Scholarship Fund

The Kids' Chance Scholarship Fund was established by the Workers' Compensation Section of the Alabama State Bar in 1992 to provide scholarships for college and technical school to children who have had a parent killed or permanently and totally disabled in an on-the-job accident. The scholarship fund is administered by the Alabama Law Foundation, Inc. and has awarded scholarships totalling over $500,000.

The deadline for submitting applications each is May 1. Students can complete an application on the foundation's web site at www.alfinc.org. Scholarships are awarded in late June for the following academic year. Students are also required to apply for financial aid from the college or technical school they will be attending.

Lake Mitchell HOBO Scholarship

Each year the Lake Mitchell HOBO association offers a scholarship to a senior student in Chilton or Coosa County. Applicants who seniors and residents of Chilton or Coosa County with a minimum B average, and entering any accredited Alabama two or four-year college, may apply. Complete the Lake Mitchell HOBO Scholarship application form; attach an official transcript of grades (9-12), GPA, and ACT or SAT scores, and provide two letters of personal recommendation with names, addresses, and telephone numbers. Each applicant must submit a one-page essay addressing the following question:
What is the most important environmental issue that relates to you, and what can you do to make a difference regarding this issue:
To be eligible, attendance is mandatory at the Lake Mitchell clean-up day, or if this cannot be scheduled, the applicant must be trained in Water Monitoring. Water Monitor training is a one-day session with date and location to be determined. Finalists will be interviewed in the spring. All applications, with attachments and essays, must be submitted by March 1, 2013. Turn them in to Mrs. Champion before this date and she will make sure that the applications are submitted to the appropriate person by the deadline. The next Lake Mitchell clean-up day has been announced. It will be on October 27, 2012. Applications are on the display in the junior hall.

Alabama Association of School Office Personnel Scholarship

Each year the Association of School Office Personnel awards up to four $1,000 scholarships to students pursuing a degree from the college of business or K-12 education. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of scholastic record and financial need. Applications will be available soon.

UNA Excellence Scholarships

The University of North Alabama has many different scholarships that students could qualify for. Some of these scholarships are the Val/Sal scholarship (minimum ACT of 20) of $3600/year, Leadership Scholarship (minimum ACT of 18) of $1200/year up to Full Tuition, Presidential Mentors Academy (minority students), Presidential Scholarship (minimum ACT of 30) of $7000/yr, Academic Scholarships beginning at $3000/yr for a 25 ACT and 3.00 GPA up to $6000/yr for a 29 ACT and 3.00 GPA. The Priority Deadline for applying for these scholarships is Monday, December 3, 2012. After the deadline, applicants cannot be guaranteed an offer of an Excellence Scholarship.

University of Mobile Visit Days

The University of Mobile is one of "America's Best Christian Colleges" and "America's 100 Best College Buys." Check out the posters with response cards in the hall. You could receive a $2000 scholarship for registering and attending a Visit Day to UMobile. The Visit Days are Sept. 28, Nov. 2, Nov. 30, Feb. 15, and Mar. 15. If you need more information, email Ashleigh Hall, the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services for Admissions, at ahall@umobile.edu or call her at 251-442-2638.

ACT Review offered by the YMCA

The Chilton County YMCA will sponsor a review for the October ACT test. The review will be at the YMCA. The ACT test will be on October 27th.

Science review will be on Monday evenings, October 15th and 22nd from 6 pm until 8 pm. The instructor is Mrs. Amanda Price and the cost is $5.

Math review will be on Tuesday evenings,October 16th and 23rd from 6 pm until 8 pm. The instructor is Mrs. Sheri McKee and the cost is $5.

English review will be on Thursday evenings, October 18th and 25th from 6 pm until 8 pm. The instructor is Ms. Angela Wilson (Senorita) and the cost is $5.

Scholarship Websites

Try these websites for the scholarships offered by different companies.

www.buickachievers.com
www.kfcscholars.org
www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html
http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit

Wendy's High School Heisman Program

The Wendy's High School Heisman award honors both male and female high school students who excel in academics, athletics and student leadership. This prestigious award is a great addition to a student's college application.
Who can apply?
Men and women entering their senior of high school in the 2012-2013 academic year who have at least a "B" grade average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport.
Hurry! Students apply online now! Applications are due October 2nd. Go on line to www.wendyheisman.com, login, and follow the instructions. Applications are due no later than 5 pm Central Time on October 2, 2012. If at least 5 of our students submit completed and reviewed applications, our school will qualify for a chance to be awarded $500.
Questions? Call 800-205-6367 or email wendys@act.org.
To apply, go online to: www.wendysheisman.com.


Thank you to Savannah Diaz and Lakeyn Edwards for completing their applications for the Wendy's High School Heisman!

Children of Bus Drivers or Bus Mechanics Scholarships

The Buster Bynum Scholarship is a one-time $1,000 education scholarship awarded to two deserving public school students in each of the 14 member southeastern states of the Southeastern States Pupil Transportation Conference (SESPTC). The Scholarship is named for the current treasurer, past president, and longtime member of the SESPTC Board of Directors, who has been a strong advocate for improving student transportation safety for more than 44 years. Created in 2005, Buster Bynum Scholarships are awarded to children of school bus transportation employees actively employed in public school transportation for the past five years. Eligible students must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA and are selected based on their leadership, citizenship and service.

The Joseph F. Beams, Sr./Jr. Scholarship is a one-time $1,000 education scholarship awarded to a deserving public school student whose parent or guardian is a mechanic for a local school system. The scholarship recipient must be a child of a school bus transportation mechanic actively employed in public school transportation for the past three years and must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA and are selected based on their leadership, citizenship, and service.

For more scholarship information, contact Brad Holley, Program Administrator in Pupil Transportation,at 334-242-9730 or bholley@alsde.edu.

Megan Meier Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Megan Meier Foundation is looking for outstanding high school seniors who have shown a commitment to bettering their communities regarding all forms of bullying. Go to http://meganmeierfoundation.org/ to learn more about the Megan Meier Foundation and scholarship. The Megan Meier Memorial Scholarship Fund will select five high school seniors to receive a $1,000 scholarship to put toward their college education at the college or university of their choice. The deadline is November 16, 2012.

ASU Connection Day - October 6

Alabama State University Connection Day is being held on Saturday, October 6. Call 334-229-4291 or visit www.alasu.edu/connect to pre-register.

USA Days

The University of South Alabama will be hosting fall USA Days on Saturday, October 13 and Saturday, November 17, 2012. USA Day is a special Saturday campus visitation day for prospective undergraduates and their parents, held on the Main Campus in Mobile. Check-in begins at 8:00 am and the program will start promptly at 9:00 am. Students can register on-line at http://www.southalabama.edu/studentrecruitment.html.

MSU Preview Dates

Fall Preview Days for Mississippi State University will take place on October 8th and October 22nd. There is a $10 charge per person. Upon arrival, students will receive a packet of information and a t-shirt for their participation. Lunch will be provided along with some of our famous MSU ice cream. Please remember that space is limited, and seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. These events fill to capacity every year, so students are encouraged to register as soon as possible. Online registration is at www.statement.msstate.edu. If you have any questions, contact Lindsey Storey by email at events@saffairs.msstate.edu.

AES Engineers Scholarships

How to apply:
Students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words in answer to the following question: What are your dreams for your future? When you look back on your life in thirty years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful?
Amount of award: $500.00
Deadline of entry: October 5, 2012
Submit essay to: scholarships@aesengineers.com
There is no application packet for this award. Please do not include your resume at this time. Be sure to include your full name as well as the name of the school you are attending this year and your plans for next year.

Chilton County Retired Educators Scholarship

The Chilton County Retired Educators will be awarding a scholarship to a college senior who will be graduating by June 2013 in the field of education. The recipient must be a graduate of a high school in Chilton County. Applicants should submit their resumes along with a short summary stating the applicant's reasons for choosing the field of education. Resumes should be mailed by October 3 to Peggie Harris, 1300 County Road 83, Clanton, AL 35045.

Birmingham Southern College Preview Day

BSC Preview Day is Saturday, October 6. It is for juniors and seniors. Friday, October 26, and Monday, November 12, are Sample 'Southern Days for high school seniors. To best be considered for scholarships from BSC you should apply by the early action deadline of December 1. The early action notification date is January 15. The regular decision deadline is Feb. 1 and that notification date is February 15. Any applications received after February 1 will be considered based upon availability.

Bright Ideas Grant Program

Central Alabama Electric Cooperative gives $16,000 annually to support valuable, hands-on initiatives and activities designed to spark students' imaginations and desire to learn but are not covered by traditional funding. Designed for K-12 teachers in public, private and home schools within CAEC's territory, the program has benefited more than 83,400 students since its inception in 1998.
Teams of educators and individual teachers are eligible to apply for the grant monies. Individual teachers can apply for grants up to $750, while teams of teachers are eligible for a maximum of $1500. Don't miss this great opportunity for your classroom.
Applications are available at www.caec.coop. The deadline is Nov. 2, 2012.

ASFA Open House

ASFA is the Alabama School of Fine Arts in Birmingham. If you would like to find out more about it, please attend a session at the Open House on Saturday, October 6, at 9 AM, 10 AM, or 11 AM and learn what ASFA is all about and the application process. ASFA is a tuition-free public education in Creative Writing, Dance, Math/Science, Music, Theatre Arts and Visual Arts. Current 6-10 graders can apply for grades 7-11. Admission is by audition for the 2013-2014 school year. Questions? Call Jaronda Little at 205-252-9241.

E-Day 2012 - October 11th

E-Day is the annual open house for The University of Alabama College of Engineering. This year it is being held on Thursday, October 11, 2012, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Registration will start at 8:00 am on the front lawn of H.M. Comer Hall. Visit the E-Day web page for driving and parking directions: http://eng.ua.edu/undergraduate/e-day.

Chemical Engineering Scholarship at AU

Are you planning to major in Pre-Chemical Engineering? The Auburn University Department of Chemical Engineering is offering thirty-five Merit Scholarships up to $1000 each for the 2013-2014 school year. Please see Mrs. Champion for the application.