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DECEMBER-JANUARY Senior Scholarship Listings 21-22
Military/US Army Active Duty/Army Reserve Employment/Benefits/pay Info.
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS- I HIGHLY RECOMMEND FILLING THESE OUT! (Sumner County Only)
Chase and Loofbourrow Scholarships- One is worth $2500.00/Renewable. The Chase is the top 10% and the Loofburrow anyone can fill out. Use the same application for both by making copies. Follow the instructions exactly as it says to do! Deadline says Dec. 15th, BUT you will need to turn in to the local counselor (myself) by December 14th by 3:30pm and I will hand deliver all of them to the WHS on December 14th.
Kansas Scholarships
Rudd Scholarship (for Kansas residents who qualify for a Pell Grant) - Accepting applications Oct. 12- Dec. 10, 2021
Horatio Alger Kansas Scholarship Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)
Hagan Scholarship (for Rural Students) December 2021-March 2022
KLL Memorial Scholarship January 10, 2021(You must have a parent that has passed away from cancer.)
Wichita Legal Professionals Deadline is Friday, January 22, 2022
Kansas Masonic Lodge Scholarships, 4 Scholarship Categories:
General Scholarships, Technical or Community/Junior College Scholarships, Legacy Scholarships, and Cynthia Ruth Russell Memorial Scholarship For Medically approved Disabilities.
KANSAS MASONIC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP BROCHURE
College Scholarships:
Newman University Scholarships - Priority Deadline for Cardinal Newman Scholarships and others- December 1, 2021
Emporia State University Scholarships-be admitted to ESU by Feb. 1st
Washburn University Scholarship - December 1, 2021 (priority Deadline)
University of Saint Mary Jubilee Scholarship (Full Tuition for 4 years) December 1, 2021
Rudd Scholarship (WSU)(for Kansas residents who qualify for a Pell Grant) - Application Deadline - December 10, 2021
Acacia Leadership Scholarship - December 13, 2021 (This is for a male going to K-State.)
KSU-Priority Scholarship Deadline is December 1, 2021
KU Deadline for Scholarship Priority is December 1, 2021
KU Hixson Scholarship January 3, 2022
Mount Builder Spirit Scholarship at Southwestern College - January 5, 2022 - This is a FULL tuition scholarship.
Pillars Scholarship at Southwestern College - January 5, 2022 - This is a FULL tuition scholarship.
Rudd Scholarship (WSU)(for Kansas residents who qualify for a Pell Grant) - Application Deadline - December 10, 2021
McPherson College Scholarships/ up to $23,000 Scholarships for academic and participation.
Pratt Community College Crop Applicator Program/Scholarships/Agriculture Department, go to www.prattcc.edu or contact lorim@prattcc.edu or call 620-450-2186
Kansas State University Scholarships (College or University December 1, 2021 - Priority Deadline (Must have FAFSA completed)
University of Kansas Scholarships (College or University) December 1, 2021 - Priority Deadline (Must have FAFSA Completed)
WSU Tech new Scholarship for 2021 Mid-Term Graduates. All may apply, even for May Graduates. 2022, See individual scholarships listed.
Bellus Academy Raw Talent Competition 2021, $2,000 to $500 Scholarships. Competition Dates. rawtalent@bellusacademy.edu
DECEMBER: National Scholarships:
Leaders Saves Lives Scholarship (Red Cross) Set up and carry out a blood drive during dates listed on website.
Pet on the Bed Scholarship - November 29 2021
Andrew Flusche Scholarship Contest - November 30, 2021
Look Twice Save a Life - December 1, 2021
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Team Scholarship - December 1, 2021
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law Nursing Scholarship - December 1, 2021
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law School Law Scholarship - December 1, 2021
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Medical Scholarship - December 1, 2021
Lamber-Goodnow Injury Law PT and OT Scholarship - December 1, 2021
Creative Masonry - December 1, 2021
CT Chimney Repair - December 1, 2021
Dell Scholars Program - December 1, 2021 You must have Participate in a program-approved college readiness program in grades 11 and 12
Barbara Lotze Scholarship for future Physics teachers - December 1, 2021
National Space Club and Foundation - December 2, 2021
Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship - October 5 - December 5, 2021
Rudd Scholarship (for Kansas residents who qualify for a Pell Grant) - Application Deadline - December 10, 2021
AXA Achievements Scholarship (Click on Notify Me Button)
Dirk Derrick Law Firm Scholarship - December 15, 2021
Lead Roster Scholarship (you make a YouTube video) December 15, 2021
Courtroom Crew Trial Attorney Student Scholarship - December 20, 2021
NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund December 31, 2020
Imagine America Scholarship - December 31, 2020
Market Mall Eye Clinic Scholarship - December 31, 2020
BadCredit.org Wealth Wise Scholarship - December 31, 2020
OppU Achievers Scholarship - December 31, 2020
Nicodemus Wilderness Project December 31, 2020
January 2021 Scholarship Deadline Listings
National Scholarships
Young Filmmakers Contest - January 5, 2022 (Open from 3rd grade to College)
GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship (leadership camp) January 6, 2022
SuperMoney Financial Literacy - Deadline is January 9, 2022
Air Force ROTC Scholarship - January 14, 2022
America's Farmers Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship January 14, 2022
Profile in Courage Essay Contest - January 15, 2022
Congress-Bundestag Vocational Scholarship (Study aboard - Germany) January 15, 2022
Providian Medical Scholarship - Entries must be post marked by June 21st for our Summer Entry Deadline or Jan 15th for our Winter Entry Deadline January 15, 2022
Girls Impact the World Film Festival - January 20, 2022
Army ROTC Scholarship - Applications opened June 12, 2021. The Army ROTC National Scholarship Board will review applications for the 2021-2022 school year on:
Jan. 24-28, 2022
Mar. 14-18, 2022
Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship - January 30, 2022
Ag Day Essay Contest - January 31, 2022
November Senior Scholarship Listing 20-21
Belle Plaine High School Local Events
COLLEGE REP/CAREER REP |
DATE |
TIME |
LOCATION / DETAILS |
CONTACT NAME |
TEXTRON |
Tue, 11/2 |
3rd& 4th hour |
Caroline Nichols |
|
Kansas State University |
Fri, 11/5 |
9:00-9:45 |
Overview of KSTATE - room 136 |
Edyn |
Universal Technical Institute |
Wed, 11/17 |
1:46-2:45 |
All Juniors/Seniors-Auditorium |
Nate Rice |
NCK Tech Events
Sophomore/Junior Days
Beloit Campus: February 16th
Hays Campus: Feb. 23rd
Scholarships: Apply after Oct. 1st
Priority Deadline is January 15th, 2022
Final Deadline is May 1, 2022
Butler Community College
Senior Days
Friday, November 12, 2021 Andover
Saturday November 13, 2021 El Dorado
Barton Community College
Seniorday.bartonccc.edu Registration Deadline is November 1st, Event is November 17th.
Scholarship drawings: 2 $1,000 Scholarships and 4 $500.00 scholarships
North Central Kansas Technical College-Multiple Program Days, See website for programs/dates.
Fort Hays Tiger Days, See website, multiple dates but spots are limited.
Washburn University Ichabod Days- Multiple days see website for days & details.
Local (Sumner County): I HIGHLY recommend filling these 2 out. You may copy one scholarship for the other one. 1 can be up to $12,000 and we had one BP student receive this one last year!
Loofburrow (top 10% of Seniors/ top 20% ACT Score) and Chase Scholarship-See details on PDF:
Loofburrow and Chase Scholarships- Deadline is December 15, 2021. You must follow the directions thoroughly.
Kansas Scholarship
Rudd Scholarship (for Kansas residents who qualify for a Pell Grant) - Accepting applications Now - December 10th, 2021
College Scholarships
Fort Hays State University Scholarship February 15, 2021
McPherson College Scholarships/ up to $23,000 Scholarships for academic and participation. Contact admissions at 800-365-7402
Pratt Community College Crop Applicator Program/Scholarships/Agriculture Department, go to www.prattcc.edu or contact lorim@prattcc.edu or call 620-450-2186
Washburn University Garvey Scholarship-See dates for exams. at 9am. Register at washburn.edu/garvey February 15, 2021 deadline
Kansas State University Scholarships (College or University December 1, 2020 - Priority Deadline Feb 1, 2021
University of Kansas Scholarships (College or University) December 1, 2020 - Priority Deadline December 1, 2021
WSU Tech new Scholarship for 2020 Mid-Term Graduates. All may apply, even for May Graduates.
Bellus Academy Raw Talent Competition 2020, $2,000 to $500 Scholarships. Competition Dates. Register Friday, October 23, 2020. rawtalent@bellusacademy.edu
National Scholarships
Dr. Pepper Tuition Give Away (Check out the details online).
Cooke College Scholarship - November 18, 2021 - (for high-achieving high school seniors with financial need) any 4 year college
The U.S. Department of State - The American Youth Leadership Program - November 4, 2021
Prudential Spirit of the Community Scholarship (Open to ALL Middle school and ALL High School students) Nov. 4, 2021
Elks Most Valuable Student Competition - November 15, 2021
James Cox Students Photography Scholarship - November 15, 2021
Hagan Scholarship (for Rural Students) December 1, 2021 (This is a NEED based scholarship.)
FormSwift Start up Scholarship -November 15, 2021
Sixt Scholarship - closed Only the first 500 submitted applications will be accepted.
Mesothelioma Cancer Victims Memorial Scholarship - November 8, 2021 (How cancer has impacted your life? ANY form of cancer.)
Pet on the Bed Scholarship - November 29, 2021
Leaders Saves Lives Scholarship (Red Cross) Set up and carry out a blood drive during dates listed on website.
http://www.reviews.com/best-scholarship-search-platforms/#7__Guide_to_applying_for_scholarships
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships#/fromscholarshipexperts
Financial Aid Information
http://www.smartscholar.com/fafsa-guide/ (General Information)
http://whscounselorwellington.weebly.com/uploads/5/9/6/1/59617115/funding_your_education.pdf
https://fafsa.ed.gov/ (When you are ready to complete the FAFSA)
21-22 October/November Senior Scholarship Information
OCTOBER EVENTS/INFO
COLLEGE REP/Student Events |
DATE |
TIME |
OTHER TIME |
Contact Name |
|
Kansas Wesleyan University |
Tue, 10/5 |
9:00-9:45 |
Mary King |
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Fort Hays State University |
Tue, 10/5 |
1:35-2:15 |
Ryan Grasser |
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Personal Trainer |
Fri, 10/8 |
2:01-2:51 |
Will be in Coach Ks Class. |
Personal Training and overall Health |
|
Hutchinson Community College |
Tue, 10/26 |
8:30-9:00 |
Katheryn Eberly |
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Emporia State University |
Tue, 10/26 |
1:30-2:30 |
Denelle 620-794-3602 |
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Butler Community College |
Thu, 10/28 |
12:00--1:30 |
Janelle Darr |
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FAFSA/ Financial Aid-May submit October 1st. Each college is different on deadlines, but remember first come first serve on money so talk to parents about submitting application. www.fafsa.ed.gov
Hutch CC Fire Science Day Oct. 1, 2021
Washburn University Ichabod Days:
Senior / Junior Day Combined - Friday, November 5, 2021
Senior / Junior Day Combined - Friday, January 28, 2022
Click link to create an account and register: Click here to register
Cowley College Senior Day, Wednesday, November 10, 2021
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eikrh1wcd3e2c80f&oseq=&c=&ch=
Senior Day at Butler County Community College - Friday, November 12 at Butler-Andover Campus and Saturday, November 13th at El Dorado 9-12:45. Register at: https://www.butlercc.edu/info/20000/admissions/685/grizzly-senior-days
Butler Fine Arts & Communication Scholarship Auditions and Interviews(Music, Mass Communications, Theatre, and Visual Art):
Friday, November 12, 2021, Friday, March 4th and Saturday, March 5, 2022
You do not need to major in the art or communication to receive a scholarship.
Go to Butlercc.edu/fine-arts
Barton Senior Day - November 17th. Register at: https://www.bartonccc.edu/senior-day
Local Scholarships (None at this time)
Kansas Scholarships
Rudd Scholarship (for Kansas residents who qualify for a Pell Grant) - Applications open on October 11, 2021. Must be Pell-Eligible so get the FAFSA filled out asap!
Kansas Buffalo Association - October 15, 2021 You must be involved in raising bison and/or
plan to pursue a career in an agriculturally related field.
Wendy’s Heisman /Acceptance Insurance State and National Finalists/Winnershttps:
https://heismanscholarship.com/Deadline is October 19, 2021
Hagan Scholarship (for Rural Students) December 1, 2021
College Scholarships
Fort Hays State University Scholarship Priority Deadline: November 15, 2021
Kansas State University Scholarships Will need a K-State Account February 1, 2021
Pratt Community College Crop Applicator Program/Scholarships/Agriculture Department, go to www.prattcc.edu or contact lorim@prattcc.edu or call 620-450-2186
University of Kansas Scholarships (College or University) December 1, 2021 Priority Deadline
WSU - Merit Scholarships - Merit, Honors Merit and National Merit Scholarships. December 1, 2021 - Deadline. WSU Merit Scholarships
Wichita State University - Distinguished Scholarship Invitational (Must be admitted to WSU by November 1) - Linwood Sexton Deadline: December 1, Jabara deadline: December 17th
Washburn University Scholarships. Register at https://washburn.edu/admissions/paying-for-college/scholarship.html
Wichita State University Various Scholarships - https://www.wichita.edu/administration/financial_aid/scholarships/merit/Freshmen_merit.php
WSU College of Engineering (WISE) Must apply to WSU before November 1, 2021
Kansas State University Scholarships Deadline February 1, 2021 for priority
National Scholarships
Talent Show Scholarship-September 30, 2021
https://heismanscholarship.com/-October 19, 2021
CJ Pony Parts Video Contest - October 15, 2021
WSU College of Engineering (WISE) Must apply to WSU before Oct. 15, 2021
Coca-Cola Scholarship October 31, 2021
A Voice of Democracy Scholarship - Oct. 31, 2021
UMKC School of Medicine six-year B.A./M.D. Program - November 1, 2021
Electric Mobile Device IT Innovation Scholarship - November 1, 2020
Prudential Spirit of the Community Scholarship (Open to ALL Middle school and ALL High School students) Nov. 4, 2021
Mesothelioma Cancer Victims Memorial Scholarship - November 8, 2021 (How cancer has
Elks Most Valuable Student Competition - November 15, 2021
James Cox Students Photography Scholarship - November 15, 2021
Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. scholarship - November 30, 2020 (Must be Hispanic)
The Rumba Meats Scholarship-(Must be Hispanic) November 30, 2021
Leaders Saves Lives Scholarship (Red Cross) ASAP
September 2021 Scholarships/Events Listings
Events/Announcements
FAFSA opens up Oct. 1, 2021
K-State EXCITE Shadow Day --September 22 & November 10th (See website for the deadline to apply.)
Fire Science Student Field Day, September 24th & October 1st at Hutchinson Community College, register at www.hutchcc.edu/fieldday
COLLEGE REP/CAREER REP |
DATE |
WEEKDAY |
TIME |
OTHER TIME |
REP/ LOCATION |
WHAT THEY WILL COVER |
National Guard |
9/14/21 |
Tuesday |
8:30 AM |
SGT. Dierks room 136 |
Military service |
|
Healthy Green Nutrition |
9/17/21 |
Friday |
10:00 AM |
Will be at the Healthy Green Nutrition Offices. |
Nutrition and Diet |
|
CocaCola HR |
9/21/21 |
Tuesday |
9:00-11:00am |
Amy Brand room 136 |
Recruiting, onboarding, hiring |
|
Kansas State University |
9/24/21 |
Friday |
9:00-9:45 |
Edyn room 136 |
Overview of KSTATE |
|
Kansas State Trooper |
9/28/21 |
Tuesday |
1:00-3:00 |
Trooper Gilmore room 136 |
Getting into Law Enforcement |
College Scholarships
Wichita State University - Distinguished Scholarship Invitational (Must be admitted to WSU by Oct. 15) - Admissions Application Deadline for participation in DSI, Barton, Klose, Wallace, Koch, and McGregor Scholarship Competitions November 1, 2021
WSU College of Engineering (WISE) Must apply to WSU before Oct. 15, 2021
State Scholarships
National Scholarships
Scholarship Newsletter with multiple PDF Scholarships: fill out info to download: https://studentscholarships.org/newsletter.php
Easy Scholarships - September 15, 2021 and September 20, 2021
DDS Dental Scholarship - (You must go into dentistry) - Sept. 22, 2021
Sixt Scholarship - Only the first 500 submitted applications will be accepted.
Don't Text and Drive Scholarship - Sept. 30, 2021
Our Shout it Out Scholarship - September 30, 2021
Money Metals Exchange Scholarship - Sept. 30, 2021
OppU Achievers Scholarship - September 30, December 31, March 31, and June 30.
Create Real Impact Contest - Closes November 3rd, 2021
Save a Life Scholarship - October 1, 2021
AES Scholarship - Essay - When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey?. Oct.8, 2021
Ivy Panda Scholarship -(Video Entry) October 31, 2021
Junior Opportunities for Scholarships/Events
Barton County Community College Junior Day is on Wednesday, April 14th (am). Available majors that will be there: Agriculture, Art, Athletic Training, Business, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood, EMS, General STudies, Medical, Music, Natural Gas, Nursing, Psychology, Scales Technician, STEM, Theatre, and WElding.
Sign up at juniorday.bartonccc.edu or call Admissions office at 620-792-9286. Sign up before April 5th.
All students who attend Junior Day will receive a free t-shirt, and be entered in a drawing including 1 $1,000 scholarship and 2 $500.00 scholarships, as well as Barton goodies, free lunch plus more.
Cowley College Junior Tiger Preview Day: Wednesday, April 7, 2021 9am-Noon. W.S. Scott Auditorium. Contact www.cowley.edu or call admissions to get registered.
2021 April, May, June and July Deadlines/ Senior Scholarship Listing
IMPORTANT for ALL MALES 18 and over or within 30 days of turning 18:
For Males: Please know that it is mandatory to register by the age of 18 for the selective service. Within 30 days of your 18th birthday, you may register. If you have already turned 18, please register immediately. (I believe this is still on the FAFSA if you have completed that, if not, please go to the website to register to avoid any penalties by law). Go to www.sss.gov
Local & County
Lanore Bishop Educational Scholarship Guidelines-Cover Sheet Page and Application Page- Deadline to turn in to Mrs. Bacon is March 5, 2021- Deadline has been extended due to a misprint on the BPCF website. Postmark by MAR 12, 2021
Kenneth Gooch: The Shelter Insurance Foundation- March 31, 2025-Please turn in to Mrs. Bacon.
Opening March 15th: KS Star Casino AllStars Scholarships- Opens ALL SENIORS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR $1,000.00- PLEASE DO THIS FIRST STEP BY THIS DATE as outlined in the link below: LATER, YOU’LL SEND IN DOCUMENTATION OF COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE/ENROLLMENT OR SCHEDULE ONCE ENROLLED AT COLLEGE :
KS Star Casino AllStars Scholarship go to http://www.ksallstarscholarships.com/$1,000.00, please read all the guidelines (very important!) Deadline is April 17, 2021. (Not open to sign up until March 15th)
OPAA Scholarship, Deadline April 1, 2021 bit.ly/opaascholarship
Valley State Bank-April 19, 2021 Return to Mrs. Bacon I have emailed these to seniors. See me if you’d like paper copies.
OPAA Scholarship, Deadline April 1, 2021
Belle Plaine Booster Club- Deadline April 2, 2021- I have emailed these to seniors. See me if you’d like paper copies. Return to Mrs. Bacon
Belle Plaine Junior League-Deadline April 1, 2021-I have emailed these to seniors. See me if you’d like paper copies. Return to Mrs. Bacon
Belle Plaine Woman’s Club Scholarship – April 2, 2021 (For Males or Females-We won’t be here the 2nd so turn in on the 1st).
Haviland Telephone Scholarship - April 1, 2021-Parent or Guardian must be a customer of Haviland Broadband. (If you have a parent who lives in this area).
Valley State Bank-April 19, 2021 Return to Mrs. Bacon I have emailed these to seniors. See me if you’d like paper copies.
Sumner County Farm Bureau - April 10, 2021-See counselor for copies
State Scholarships
Kansas Seed Industry Assoc. Scholarship - April 1, 2021
Kansas Financial Scholars Essay Scholarship Contest - April 1, 2021 -
Whitetails Unlimited WTU Scholarship - April 15, 2020 - I’m still checking in to this one to see if it is available for 2021 and will keep you posted.)
I handed out copies of the State of KS Scholarship Packets out to the Kansas Scholar’s Curriculum Completers-you may also apply online (March 11, 2021) www.kansasregents.org Online application: Due May 1, 2021
Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship May 1, 2021(or SOONER) Scroll down
Kansas Career Technical Workforce Grant May 1, 2021 (or SOONER) Scroll down
Kansas National Guard Educational Assistance May 1, 2021 (or SOONER) Scroll down
Kansas Nursing Service Scholarship May 1, 2021 (or SOONER) Scroll down
Kansas State Scholarship May 1, 2021or SOONER) Scroll down
Kansas Teacher Service Scholarship May 1, 2021(or SOONER) Scroll down
College Scholarships
Please continue to check the college you are attending as most have scholarships available and are posted on their websites with details and deadlines. Apply for scholarships ASAP after applying to the college admissions.
Butler Scholarship - April 1, 2021
Emporia State University - April 1, 2020
National Scholarships
AFSA Scholarship - April 1, 2021
'Project Yellow Light - Video and Radio - April 1, 2021
American Foreign Service Association Essay Contest - April 5, 2021
CJ Pony Parts Video Contest - April 15, 2021
The 2021 Essay Contest - April 15, 2021
We The Students Scholarship Contest - April 15, 2021
Rosen & Ohr Scholarship - April 15, 2021
Chester Entrepreneur Scholarship -April 30, 2020
Voy Media Entrepreneur Scholarship - April 30, 2020 (I couldn't find a new 2021 scholarship)
Save a Life Scholarship - May 1, 2021
Rover Scholarship - May 1, 2021
DutchCrafters Heritage Scholarship - May 1, 2021
Red Cross Leaders Save Lives - January 16-May 2021 See for more dates.
Autoaccident Scholarship - May 1, 2021
Aging Matters Scholarship - May 15, 2021
"Celebrate the West" regional art competition - May 21, 2021
Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship - May 31, 2021 (for JUNIORS)
Big Sun Athletic Scholarship June 19, 2021
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship June 30, 2021
Fleming Scholarship - June 30, 2021
2020 Ponton Law Scholarship - July 31, 2021