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Each day, new scholarship opportunities will be available compliments of the DCHS counselors.  There will also be information on any Colleges visiting our school posted on this website.  The best source for scholarship money will be from the college you are accepted, but until then additional information and application are available in the Guidance Office.  Good Luck Seniors!!!!


Please e-mail kshaw@dcps.org if you notice any problems with links or information-Thanks!!

Click on the Scholarship name to see more information on our site. 

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Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation 9-21-10   10-31-10 www.coca-colascholars.org
Fire - 3rd Annual "Freedom in Academia" Student Essay Contest 9-17-10 $5,000 11-1-10 www.thefire.org/contests
Nestle Very Best in Youth 9-14-10   11-1-10 www.verybestinyouth.nestleusa.com

2011 Horatio Alger Scholarship

9-14-10   10-30-10 www.horatioalger.org/scholarship
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards 9-14-10     www.principals.org/spirit
John F. Kennedy Essay Scholarship 9-14-10 $10,000 1-8-11 www.jfklibrary.org

AES Engineers Scholarship

9-14-10 $500 10-8-10 www.aesengineers.com
The Kentucky Concrete Association 9-8-10 $6,000 10-30-10 www.krmca.org
Wendy's High School Heisman 9-1-10   10-3-10 www.wendysheisman.com

FRA 2010-2011 Essay Contest

8-30-10 $10,000 12-1-10 Pick up copy of application in guidance

Lauren Girten "Acts of Kindness" Memorial Scholarship

8-30-10   3-1-11 Pick up copy of application in guidance
Commonwealth Credit Union Ted Hitch Scholarship 8-30-10 $2,000 1-22-11 Pick up copy of application in guidance

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    Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

    Deadline:   October 31

    For additional information and to apply online:  www.coca-colascholars.org

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    Fire - 3rd Annual "Freedom in Academia" Student Essay Contest

    Essay and High School Senior

    Deadline: November 1, 2010

    Amount: $5,000

    To submit an application www.thefire.org/contests

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    Nestle Very Best in Youth

    Complete application online at www.verybestinyouth.nestleusa.com

    Deadline:  November 1, 2010

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    2011 Horatio Alger Scholarship

    The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist student 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.

    Deadline: October 30, 2010

    Students must submit application online

    www.horatioalger.org/scholarship

     

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    The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

    1. Have you taken part in community service activities over the past year?
    2. The Prudential Spirit of the Community Awards recognizes youth volunteerism.
    3.  Fill out the online application at http://spirit.prudential.com
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    John F. Kenney Scholarship

    Deadline: January 11, 2011

    Essay & High School student

    Amount: $10,000

    For complete guidelines, visit the Profile in Courage Award at www.jfklibrary.org

     

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    AES Engineers Scholarship

    Deadline: October 8, 2010

    Amount: $500

    Application Process

    Students will submit an essay on one of the two topics that appear on the scholarship page of our web site   http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

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    The Kentucky "Ready-Mix" Concrete Association

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    Open to all high school students aged 16-18 at the beginning of the school term
    An entry form must be included with all essays (pick up in guidance)
     

    Deadline: October 30, 2010

    Amount: $6,000

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    Wendy's High School Heisman

    Eligibility:  participate in one sport, leader in your school and your community

    Deadline: October 5, 2010

    Click here to apply:  www.wendysheisman.com

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    FRA 2010-2011 Essay Contest

    The FRA National Committee on Americanism-Patriotism sponsors an annual Americanism Essay Contest, based on a theme announced each Spring. The contest includes a Grand National Prize of a $10,000 U.S. Savings Bond, with $5,000, $3,000 and $2,000 Savings Bonds awarded to the first, second and third place winners in each grade category. All regional winners are judged at the national level and receive a certificate of recognition. Other prizes are awarded at the branch and regional levels.

    Requirements:  Essay - 350 words or less on "What Patriotism Means to Me"

    Owensboro FRA Essay Chairman:

    Mr. Louis F. Drandy
    4100 Kipling Drive
    Owensboro, KY  42303

    FRA# 105
    Phone#   270-684-7501

    www.fra.org/essay

    Deadline: 12-1-10

    Amount: $10,000

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    Lauren Girten "Acts of Kindness" Memorial Scholarship

    Eligibility:  A senior girl who demonstrates involvement in our community by volunteering, fundraising, and participating in acts of kindness towards others.

    Deadline: March 1, 2011

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     Commonwealth Credit Union Scholarship

     Interested applicants must be high school seniors, members of Commonwealth Credit Union and accepted as an incoming freshman at an accredited college, trade school or university.  The maximum scholarship per student is $4,000 over a four-year period for undergraduate study.

    www.ccuky.org

    To be eligible: Students must have a 2.8 GPA and be a member of the Commonwealth Credit Union.

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    Deadline: March 19, 2010

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