SCHOLARSHIPS

OCTOBER

Coca-Cola National Scholarship  Students may apply with number of factors needed for this scholarship.  Some are as follows:  personal merit, academics, character, background, etc.  Deadline: October 31^st

JANUARY

Byrd Scholarship  Students that score a 31 or higher on their ACT’s   Deadline: January 1^st

National Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship   Students must have a 3.0 GPA, pursing a degree at a Junior College, Community College, Technical College, College or University.  Students must support the preservation of hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting sports.  A copy of your current hunting license is required.  Students must hold a current NWTF membership.  Students must demonstrate being involved in school activities, ability as a leader, and community leadership.  Student s must submit an essay and autobiography exhibiting dedication to conservation.  Three letters of recommendation must be attached to the application from a teacher, counselor, or community leader.  Each  Local Scholarship Winner receive a minimum of $250, State /Provincial Scholarship Winner will receive a minimum of $1,000 and the National Scholarship Winner will receive $10,000  Deadline: January 1^st

Wal-Mart State/National Scholarships  Students must attend a 2 or 4 year accredited college in the U.S. approved by Wal-Mart.  Deadline: January 1^st

ElksStateScholarship  Students that have a 3.0 GPA or higher and planning to attend a university, college, or community college.  Deadline: January 15^th

FEBRUARY

Cargill Scholarship Program for Rural America  A national scholarship available for high school seniors from a family whose primary livelihood is derived from farming.  Deadline: February 1^st

The ESA Foundation Scholarships National Scholarships are available and information to apply can be found at www.esaintl.com/esaf. Seniors need to have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, OR a minimum score of 22 on the ACT.  Students need to be enrolled for training in a TECHNICAL COLLEGE.  There is a $5 application fee for processing.  Criteria for the Selection is Character, Leadership, Service, Financial Need, Scholastic Ability, Special Criteria—set by donor.  Deadline: Postmarked by February 1, 2008. 

KansasBoard of EducationStateScholarship  Students must score a 31 or above on the ACT.  Deadline: February 1^st

The American Legion’s “Music Committee Scholarship” for $1,000 is available to all Kansas high school seniors or college level freshman who have distinguished themselves in the field of music and / or who will major or minor in music at a community college, college or university in Kansas.  IF interested, please see Mrs. Gant for more information.  Deadline: February 15, 2008. 

The American Legion’s “Shooting Sports Scholarship” is an outright grant of $500 is for all Kansas high school seniors or college level freshman who has participated in an American Legion Shooting Sports program in the State and Regional levels.  The applicant must be an average or better student scholastically. IF interested, please see Mrs. Gant for more information.  Deadline: February 15, 2008. 

The American Legion’s “Hobble (LPN) Nursing Scholarship”is an outright grant of $300 upon acceptance and verification of enrollment by the scholarship winner in an accredited Kansas school which awards a diploma for Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN).  The applicant must have attained the age of 18 prior to taking the Kansas State Board Exam.  The scholarship will be awarded to an individual who is both qualified and in need of financial aid.  IF interested, please see Mrs. Gant for more information.  Deadline: February 15, 2008. 

American Legion Scholarships:

            Hugh A. Smith Scholarship Fund—Outright grant of $500 to be paid at the start of the Fall semester (One Year Only).  Deadline: February 15, 2008

            Ted and Nora Anderson Scholarship—Four $500 scholarships, $250 at the start of each semester (One Year Only).

            Albert M. Lappin Scholarship—Outright grant of $1,000.  $500 to be paid at the start of each semester in any one school year.  Deadline: February 15, 2008

RosedalePost 346 Scholarships—Two scholarships of $1,500 each. $750 each at the start of any one school year.  Deadline: February 15, 2008

Charles W. and Annette Hill Scholarship—Outright grant of $1,000.  $500 to be paid at the beginning of each semester in any one school year.  The applicant must have at least a 3.0 GPA .  Consideration should be given to those desiring majors in the field of Science, Engineering, or Business Administration.  The applicant must be a descendent of a member of The American Legion and/or Auxiliary.  Deadline: February 15, 2008

U.S.“Udie” Grant Scholarship—One $500 scholarship, $250 at the start of each semester in any one school year.  The applicant must be a son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of a member of the Kansas Sons of the American Legion or a member of the Kansas Sons of the American Legion for the past three consecutive years.  Deadline: February 15, 2008

Best Buy Scholarship  This is a National Volunteer Service Award Scholarship for students that will be rewarded for all of their work inside and outside of the classroom.  Apply at www.bestbuy.com/scholarships  Deadline: February 15, 2008

The Neosho Valley Chapter of Quail Unlimited will be rewarding three $250.00 scholarships for the 2008 school year. Applicants must be Morris County residents; an incoming college freshmen in 2008; graduated with or sustain a 3:0 GPA; pursuing a degree at an accredited institution of higher education; support the preservation of the hunting tradition and actively participate in hunting sports; involved in school activities and demonstrate leadership abilities and community involvement; and submit an essay detailing their dedication to conservation.  Applicants must also submit transcripts, two letters of recommendation, a photograph and copies of current hunting license (unless exempt by law) and hunter education certificate with the application. Deadline: February 22^nd.   Applications available in the Counseling Office.

The Wilsey Christian Church Education Foundation Wolgast “Christian Endeavor” Scholarship 2008   First time recipients of this scholarship or those who have not yet attended a Summit conference, this entails a financial scholarship of $750 per semester and a “Training Package” worth $1000.  This training involves a two week special training time this summer at Summit Ministries with a choice of 3 locations and various dates.  Attending the conference is a requirement for anyone desiring the scholarship.  Criteria is as follows: (1)Students need to be active and profess that they are Christians.  This is based on your personal statements and letters.,  (2) You must reside in Morris County or attend (or are a graduate of) a school (or home schooled) in Morris County.,  (3) 2 Reference Letters—One from your Pastor/Minister and One from someone who knows you well (may be a teacher, guidance counselor, supervisor, family member, etc)., (4) High School Transcript, (5) A photograph of you (wallet to 4x6” size).,  and (6) Completed Scholarship Form.  An interview may be necessary as determined by the Foundation Board and Proof of enrollment in an educational/training institution or facility and S.S.# or W-9 form (will be needed ONLY if applicant is selected before disbursement of funds can be made.  Deadline: February 28, 2008 

MARCH

The American Legion “Eagle Scout of the Year”provides for a $10,000 National Scholarship to be awarded to the Eagle Scout who is selected “The American Legion Scout of the Year”.  There will be three runner-up scholarship awards for $2,500 each.  The Department of Kansas also gives a $500 scholarship to the “Kansas Scout of the Year”.  IF interested, please see Mrs. Gant for more information.  Deadline: March 1 , 2008. 

The Delores and John Kohler Family   Delores and John Kohler were both very involved in serving their community through many various public service activities.  Both of the Kohler’s donated many countless hours to various projects to help make White City and Morris County a better place to live.  They both were also firm believers in the value of education.  This scholarship is based on (1) Academic Performance, (2) Student School and Community Activities, (3) Parents’ Community Activities, and an (4) Essay.  One $650 scholarship will be awarded.  Deadline March 1, 2008

The Tri-County Telephone Association, Inc. 2008 Scholarship Program.   This is the seventh annual scholarship program for senior students whose parents or legal guardians are members of the Association.  Students are eligible if their parents’ phone number begins with one of the following prefixes in the 785 area code:  257, 349, 366, 466, 479, 482, 497, 598, 949, 965, 983.  In the 620 area code, phone numbers must begin with the prefixes of 924, or787.  Cellular phone numbers are excluded.  Students must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and are planning to attend a four-year college, university, junior college, or trade school in the fall of 2008.  Deadline: March 1, 2008

KansasBoard of Education Teacher Education Scholarship  State Scholarship for those seniors going into the Education field.  Must demonstrate achievement on the ACT  and be in the upper 10% of your class.  Deadline: March 1^st

The Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants, Inc. (The Educational Foundation) is offering the following (1) scholarship each for $1,300, $900, $800, $700, $600, and (5) scholarships for $500 each.  Students need to (1) rank high in ACT or SAT examinations, (2) attend a Kansas University or College, and (3) plan to major in Accounting. Deadline: March 3, 2008

The KansasAssociation of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (KACRAO) are offering the “Quality Leadership” Scholarship.  This scholarship is to reward and encourage students who have demonstrated quality leadership during their high school years.  There are 4 $500 awards available for the 2008-2009 school year.  Criteria is as follows:  (1) Senior year at a Kansas high school, (2) 3.25 or higher GPA,  (3) Minimum 22 ACT or an SAT-I combined score of 1020 (4) Submit a complete application and provide evidence of leadership experience.  Deadline: March 15, 2008

Morris County Youth Rodeo Association Scholarship  Students that are a resident of Morris County and preference is given to applicants involved in Rodeo, 4-H, or other agriculture related activities.  Anyone attending to study at a university, college, community college, vocational or other type of trade school may apply.   Deadline: March 15^th

APRIL

Dwight Masonic Lodge Scholarship  Students that are enrolled or pre-enrolled at Kansas State University and a legal resident of Morris County.  Deadline: April 1^st

The Kansas County Clerks and Election Officials Association Scholarship is available to high school seniors, or a freshman or sophomore in college that are majoring in Journalism, Political Science, or Communications.  Criteria for this scholarship is: (1) Hand written Essay explaining your goals for journalism, political science, or communications, (2) High School/College Transcripts, (3) Two letters of Reference (friend or relative and then other should be from a business associate, past employer or teacher)  Deadline: April 1^st .

Knights of Columbus Father Juan Padilla Scholarshipis offering a scholarship awarded annually to a qualified candidate.  The scholarship will be in the amount of $500 ($250 per semester).  Must be a graduate of Morris County Schools (U.S.D. 417 and White City) in the current school year.  Candidates must attend a college, university, or vocational technology school in the next semester after graduating. Criteria is as follows: (1) Financial Need, (2) Academic Standing (3) 1 page essay including educational goals, and justification as to why they should be the one selected for this scholarship, and (4) Two confidential reference letters (one from an educator and one of their choice).  Deadline: Must receive prior to 2^nd Monday of April

Florence Williams Scholarship  is offering scholarships for students of Morris County that have financial need and must be worthy of said scholarship.  Criteria: (1)  Fill out application, (2) 2 reference letters who are not relatives (one must be an educator of your choice).  Applications are in the Counseling Office.  Deadline:  April 15^th

Glenn H. Lowder Scholarship  is offering scholarships for students of Morris County that have financial need and must be worthy of said scholarship.  Criteria: (1) Students must profess the Christian faith, (2) Must have a financial need for the grant, and (3) Must show promise of ability to do college work.  Applications are in the Counseling Office.  Deadline:  April 15^th

Kansas Masonic Foundation Student LoanProgram is offering loan applications for the 2008-2009 school year and beyond.  For a loan application, students need to contact (785)-357-7646 or write or e-mail at the addresses:  320 SW 8^th Ave., P.O. Box 1217, Topeka, KS   66601-1217---OR--- kmf@kmfonline.org   More information may be obtained from the following website:  www.kmfonline.org  For more information, please see Mrs. Gant.  Deadline: Application forms must be to the Kansas Masonic Foundation, Inc. on or before April 15, 2008. 

MorrisCounty4-H Scholarship Students that are present or past Morris County 4-H member.  Deadline: April 15^th

MorrisCountyFarm Bureau Scholarship Students must be a member or a child of a bona fide member of the Morris County Farm Bureau. Students must be enrolled or pre-enrolled in an Ag curriculum major at any Kansas University or Junior College.  Criteria: (1) 250-word essay which includes your college ambition and future goals of employment and prior experience in the occupation you are striving toward,  (2) Picture for publication winners, (3) List of activities in and out of high school, and high school transcript.  Deadline: April 15^th

Morris County Hospital Auxiliary has 3 scholarships  to be awarded to students who are planning a career in the medical field.  Deadline: April 15^th, 2008

Lola J. Heath Memorial Scholarship  is open to any graduate of White City or Hope Public Schools.  Criteria follows:  (1) Demonstrates an interest in Science by completing at least two courses of high school science, (2) Demonstrates a high level of interest in pursuing a Science field career.  Deadline: April 15^th

The Kansas Horse Council Foundationhas 10---$1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in the state of Kansas.  Criteria for applying for this scholarship is: (1.)  3.0 GPA or higher  (2.)  Must be accepted into a trade or other accredited scholastic institution.  (3.)  Must have a background in the horse industry such as 4-H, FFA, High School Rodeo, or have shown a willingness to serve the equine industry such as volunteering at the county fair or assisting at a therapeutic riding center.  (4.)Two letters of recommendation.  (5.)  Must be a current Kansas Horse Council Member (Student memberships are $35.  (6.)  Resume with scholastic accomplishments and Community Service.  Application is on their site:  www.kansashorsecouncil.com under “Scholarship Applications”.  Deadline: April 20, 2008.

MAY

Butch Kraus Memorial Scholarship  The first Butch Kraus Memorial Scholarship was awarded in May 1994 to honor the life of Kenneth “Butch” Kraus.  Butch lived in and around the Alta Vista & White Citycommunities for most of his life and was a major developed of the White City Ball Association.  He continued to be a strong supporter of softball/baseball programs until his death in 1993.  Beginning in 1993, the Butch Kraus Memorial Softball Tournament has been held in White City every year to pay tribute to a man who loved to watch and play ball.  Payer entry fees and raffle ticket sales collected during the tournament go into the Butch Kraus Memorial Scholarship Fund.  Based on monies available, three or more scholarships are awarded to high school seniors choosing to further their education at a college or technical school.  The scholarship is awarded to students attending Morris Countyschools.  Applications are available in the Counseling Office and include: Student Information, Personal, Statement, and Applicant Certification.  Deadline: May 1^st .

Jimmie H. Hooper Scholarship  Students that are White City High School graduates entering the field of Education.  Students need to fill out an application form from Counseling Office.  Deadline:  May 1^st

Esther William’s ScholarshipStudents need to fill out an application form from Counseling Office.  Deadline:  May 1^st

Martha Helton’s Scholarship  Students need to fill out an application form from Counseling Office.  Deadline:  May 1^st

WhiteCityAlumni ScholarshipScholarships will be awarded at the White City High School Awards Assembly on Thursday, May 8^th.  Applications are available in the Counseling Office.  Deadline: May 1,  2008

A scholarship is available for WhiteCitystudents that either have graduated or will be graduating and are planning to attend Emporia State University, KansasState University, or The Universityof Kansas.  Applications are available in the Counseling Office.  This is a renewable scholarship.  Deadline: May 1, 2008

Gregory Schultz Memorial Scholarship  Students that are prospective nursing students or are nursing students from Morris County.  Students must show financial need and worthy of said scholarship.  Deadline: May 5^th

Merle Flinn Memorial Scholarship is offering a scholarship to high school seniors attending a school in Morris County or is a resident of Morris County.  Candidates must be (1) a timed event rodeo contestant, (2) 3.0 GPA or higher, and (3) plans for a higher education.  This scholarship is presented by the Merle Flinn family in memory of Merle Flinn, a lifetime Pottawatomie County Quarter Horse breeder, rodeo contestant, judge, and promoter.  Due to many years of working with the Morris County Youth Rodeo Association, his family selected to present a scholarship each year during the Morris County Youth Rodeo in August.  Deadline: May 31^st

JUNE

Community Thrift Store Scholarship  Available for any student that has completed high school in Morris County.  Must have applied and have been accepted to a college or vocational/technical school for the 2008-2009 school term.  Preference given to qualified applicants who have not received other scholarships this year.  Amount is $1000 to be awarded at $500 per semester.  Criteria is: (1) Application, (2) Written essay of 250-500 words on “Why I Want to Continue My Education”.  Deadline: June 1^st

The Joe Francis Haircare Scholarship Foundation Program has scholarships available for students entering the Cosmetology profession.  These scholarships are based on (1.) Financial need. (2.) Why you want to be a cosmetologist, and (3.) Your ambitions, interests, and a brief family history.  Deadline : June 1^st

Jellison Benevolent Society, Inc Grant from Junction City, KS-- Grades and Financial Need is taken into consideration for this grant.  Applications are available in the Counseling Office.  Deadline: June 20^th  for fall enrollments and then Deadline: November 20^th for the spring enrollments.