SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP NEWSLETTER( 7th Edition 2017-18 )

Attn. Seniors! Throughout the 2017-18 school year, the guidance staff will be providing you with newsletters which contain scholarship opportunities. After reading this bulletin, you can apply for all scholarships in which you are eligible. The different ways in which you may need to pursue an application are as follows: 1) you may be able to download a hard copy (pdf version) of the application by accessing this newsletter thru our guidance website (http://esasd.schoolwires.net/Page/3210); or 2) visiting the scholarship provider’s website to either download an application or to submit it electronically. For students without internet access, the Career Lab is open after-school Mondays thru Fridays from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.

Please be sure to follow all the instructions on the scholarship applications carefully. The Guidance Staff cannot be responsible for applications which are invalidated due to missing or incomplete information. It is also important to adhere to the deadlines listed on the scholarship newsletter not the deadlines listed on the scholarship applications. For most scholarships, the deadlines listed on the newsletter are in advance of the deadlines on the scholarship applications in order to allow for enough time for the guidance staff to process and mail all materials. Failing to adhere to a deadline on the scholarship newsletter will result in your application not receiving consideration. All completed applications must be returned to the Guidance Office unless otherwise specified in the newsletter. For instance, more and more scholarship applications are now available on-line and must be submitted electronically.

Many scholarship opportunities during the fall and winter will be national or state competitions. The majority of local scholarship competitions occur in the late winter and early spring. The guidance staff strongly recommends that students use these newsletters as only one source in their search for financial aid. Students should still be contacting colleges regarding scholarship and grant opportunities, as well as applying for state and federal grants and becoming eligible for student loans through completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2018-19 FAFSA is currently available for completion on www.fafsa.gov. Students can also conduct their own independent scholarship search by searching scholarship websites on the internet. Two sites in which students can search for additional scholarships are http://www.fastweb.com/ and www.collegeboard.org.

Good luck in your pursuit of dollars for college!

(13) UNIGO Scholarships

Eligibility: High school graduating seniors. Students should apply online at: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships

Criteria: SAT/ACT scores GPA and Class Rank Extra- or Co-Curricular Activities

Award: Various Scholarships ranging from $1,500-$10,000

Deadline: Varying Deadlines based upon each scholarship; refer to scholarship website - Online Submissions Only

(14) UEW Healthcare EEOICPA Scholarship

Eligibility: High school graduating seniors who plan on attending college in the Fall of 2018. Students should apply online at: https://www.uewhealth.com/eeoicpa-reca/#scholarship-application

Criteria: This Scholarship & Award primarily on merit and need Minimum GPA of 3.0 Transcript must be attached to application for consideration (please obtain a copy of

transcript from the Guidance Office) Letters of Recommendation and/or Resume

Award: (1) $1,000

Deadline: July 31, 2018 - Online Submissions Only

(28) East Stroudsburg Area Support Professionals Association Local 118 Scholarship

Eligibility: East Stroudsburg High School-North or South seniors who will be attending a business, trade, technical, or career school next fall. Applicants are required to have a 3.0 GPA (b average), good attendance record, and possess excellent work habits. Students, who are children of Support Professionals Association Local 118 will be given first preference for the 2 available awards. Also, special consideration is also given to students who have been accepted to a food preparation program. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: Financial need Recommendation letter GPA Essay

Award: (1) $250 HS-North & (1) $250 HS-South

Deadline:  April 4, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(32) Joseph J. Devivo Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: An East Stroudsburg HS North or South graduating seniors who are pursuing post-secondary education next Fall are eligible to apply. Preference will be given to students who are: 1) pursuing an elementary education major; 2) pursuing any other education related major; 3) have lettered in a varsity sport; 4) possess a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:

Letter(s) of recommendation from principals, school counselors, teachers, coaches, or club advisors

academic achievement essay on career of interest (please state if majoring in elementary education) extracurricular activities

Award: (1) $1,000

Deadline: April 3, 2018 - Return to the Guidance Office

(33) East Stroudsburg Achievers Scholarship

Eligibility: East Stroudsburg High School North & South seniors who are planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college, or a trade or technical school in Fall 2018. Students, who have overcome a significant life obstacle such as a family, personal, social, academic, or health related issue, will be given primary consideration. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:

Write a one-page essay on the obstacle overcome & how it has positively impacted on your life

List & Describe school and community activities as well as any employment experiences List & Describe awards and accomplishments Provide a letter of recommendation and a letter of college acceptance

Awards: (3) $250 ESHS-North &/or South female graduating seniors (3) $250 ESHS-North &/or South male graduating seniors

Deadline: April 3, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(38) East Stroudsburg Star Senior Scholarship sponsored by Keystone Nazareth Bank

Eligibility: An East Stroudsburg North or South graduating senior who will be pursuing post-secondary education in the Fall 2018. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: Financial Need (copy of 2016 tax return or W-2’s) Academic Achievement (copy of h.s. transcript) Special Circumstances, if applicable (brief essay) Resume

Award: $250

Deadline: April 3, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(39) Pointe Pest Control Scholarship

Eligibility: A Pennsylvania graduating senior who will be pursuing post-secondary education next Fall. Applications are available on-line at: https://pointe-pest.com/pennsylvania-scholarship/

Criteria: School Activities/Community Service Work Experience Honors/Awards Academic Achievement (GPA) It’s Time to Laugh: Submit joke, story or short video

Award: $500 (nonrenewable)

Deadline: April 30, 2018 – Online Submission Only(40) Michael Scott Goucher Memorial Scholarship for Criminal Justice       Sponsored by the East Stroudsburg Neighborhood Crime Watch

Eligibility:  An East Stroudsburg High School – South graduating senior who plans to pursue a career in Criminal Justice. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:   a cumulative GPA of 2.5 minimum on a 4.0 scale (transcript must be submitted w/

application) be active in the school documented proof of community service attach a copy of college acceptance letter fully completed application

Award: (1) $250

Deadline:  April 3, 2018 - Return to the Guidance Office

(41) Michael Scott Goucher Memorial Scholarship for Music      Sponsored by the East Stroudsburg Neighborhood Crime Watch

Eligibility:  An East Stroudsburg High School – South graduating senior who plans to pursue a career in Music. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:   a cumulative GPA of 2.5 minimum on a 4.0 scale (transcript must be submitted w/

application) be active in the school with preference given to activities involving music documented proof of community service attach a copy of college acceptance letter fully completed application

Award: (1) $250

Deadline:  April 3, 2018 - Return to the Guidance Office

(42) Kiwanis Club of Stroudsburg’s Scholarship Award

Eligibility: An East Stroudsburg High School- North or South senior who will be attending an accredited college or university. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: academic achievement (attach SAT scores to application) excellence exhibited in scholarship, character, and leadership resume (attach to application)

Award: (1) $1,250

Deadline: April 3, 2018 - Return to the Guidance Office

(43) Kiwanis Club of Stroudsburg’s Citation Award

Eligibility: An East Stroudsburg High School- North or South senior who will be attending an accredited college or university. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: academic achievement (attach high school transcript to application) personal attributes such as mental strength, physical health, social poise, cooperative

citizenship, and spiritual vision resume (attach to application)

Award: (1) $500

Deadline: April 3, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office*Completing one application makes you eligible for both Kiwanis Awards (#42 & #43) listed above.

(45) Keith Laise Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: East Stroudsburg HS South graduating senior who plans to pursue post-secondary education in the Fall 2018.

Criteria:

Community/School Service (Volunteerism) Leadership Essay on providing service to the community as an adult Financial Need

Letters of Recommendation SAT Scores HS Transcript Resume

Award: (2) $5,000

Deadline: April 3, 2018 - Return to the Guidance Office

(46) 2018 Student-View Scholarship

Eligibility: Graduating seniors who plan to attend a 4 year college, community/junior college or career school. Applications are available and submitted on line at: www.student-view.com

Criteria: 15-20 minute on-line survey regarding colleges in your area.

Award: (1) $4,000; (2) $1,000; & (10) $500

Deadline: April 22, 2018 – Applications are submitted on-line

(47) The Austin William Eyer Memorial Scholarship Fund

Eligibility: ESHS-South graduating seniors who are entering a two or four year college next Fall. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:

Essay, poem, physical art form, song, video, or dramatic art regarding the problem of opiod/ substance abuse and strategies for awareness and prevention.

High school transcript Resume of Activities including Service

Award: (1) $500

Deadline: April 3, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(48) Jennifer Husson Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: Graduating seniors from East Stroudsburg High School – South who have been accepted into an institute of higher learning or enlisted in a branch of the armed services. Applicants must have attended JM Hill Elementary for at least one full school year and be graduating with a 3.0 GPA or higher from East Stroudsburg High School- South. Applicants should have also demonstrated positive school/community involvement. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:

Attended JM Hill Elem. For one or more years Proof of acceptance to college, trade/technical school, or military One letter of recommendation List of Extracurricular Activities Honors/Awards Essay

Award: (2) $500

Deadline: April 3, 2018 – Return to Guidance Office

(49) NE PA Community FCU Foundation Awards

Eligibility: Monroe Cty. graduating seniors who will be attending a post-secondary school. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:

Two Letters of Recommendation Copy of HS transcript Extracurricular Activities Volunteer Experience Awards Employment Essay

Award: (3) $1,000

Deadline: Must be Received by June 1, 2018 at the Credit Union Office. Student is responsible for mailing or dropping off the application to the Credit Union.

(52) Dr. Jean Golden Dace Scholarship

Eligibility: An East Stroudsburg High School-South senior who has demonstrated volunteer community service activities and is planning to attend college. Please click on the following link to access the scholarship application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5G_gbyG7HzQ53nh5dIo8SYV5gUIwbHaW6r1unhJVQmk0ZLw/viewform

Criteria: Significant community service involvement (list & describe service activities)

Award: (1) $300

Deadline: April 3, 2018 – Application submitted electronically by student

(53) Michael G Luna Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: An East Stroudsburg HS South male and female student-athlete with a minimum 3.0 or higher GPA who will be pursuing a four year college degree. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: 3.0 or higher weighted GPA Student-athlete (earned 2 or more varsity letters in one or more sports) Proof of College Acceptance Extracurricular Activities Honors/Awards Essay Demonstrated the Cavalier Spirit on and off the playing field Transcript

Award: (2) $500

Deadline: May 2, 2018 – Return to Guidance

(55) Rotary Club of the Stroudsburgs – Service Above Self Award

Eligibility: A graduating seniors from ESHS-South, Stroudsburg HS or Notre Dame HS who has performed outstanding service in their school and/or community. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: nomination from a teacher or counselor who is aware of and/or has

witnessed/observed the service you have performed

1 to 2 page typed narrative describing your service or charity work

Award: (4) $500

Deadline: April 3, 2018 - Return to Guidance Office

(56) The Monroe County Garden Club Scholarship

Eligibility: A graduating senior from a Monroe county high school who is interested in the field of ecology, horticulture, floriculture, landscape architecture, conservation, forestry, biology, botany, agronomy, plant pathology, environmental control, city planning, land management, or allied subjects. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: Financial need Scholastic ability (attach official transcript) Character References Essay

Award: (1) $1,000

Deadline: April 9, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(57) Mr. & Mrs. Harry Kautz Smithfield College Assistance Fund

Eligibility: East Stroudsburg High School South seniors who will be attending a non-sectarian college or university during Fall 2018. Students must be majoring in one of the following programs: agriculture, chemistry, business administration, geology, journalism, pre-med., architecture, mathematics, electronics, biology, engineering, economics, physics, political science, or liberal arts & must be a current resident of Smithfield township (students who have attended Smithfield Elementary will be given primary consideration). Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: financial need school and community activities/service leadership and honors received references

Award: # of awards TBA. Total Amount to be awarded is $8,000. Scholarship non-renewable.

Deadline: April 3, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(58) East Stroudsburg 50+ Alumni Association Scholarship

Eligibility: East Stroudsburg High School South students who have applied and been accepted to a post-secondary school (trade/technical school, two or four-year college). Students who have attended the Monroe County Career and Technical Institute will be given primary consideration. However, any student who meets the criteria would be eligible. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: Letter of acceptance from post-secondary school Academic performance/grades Work experience Letter(s) of recommendation Financial need Attach official high school transcript to the application

Award: (3) $1500

Deadline: April 3, 2018 - Return to Guidance Office

(59) Pocono Chapter of the Latin American Motorcycle Association (L.A.M.A.) Jovan Caraballo Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: Any graduating senior from a Monroe County high school who will be attending a 2 year or 4 year higher education institution (acceptance letter from institution will be required to receive funds). Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:

The student will be required to type a 500 word essay (12 font double space)The topic: L.A.M.A. is an organization which values community service and promotes respect and trust. What are your accomplishments in community service? Describe how your college education will help enhance your community service.

A verification letter from the guidance department informing us of your graduation status.

Two letters of recommendation from community members or school officials. The recipient must attend a LAMA Pocono Chapter Meeting to read the winning essay

and meet the members where the funds will be presented.

Attend a LAMA POCONO event in 2018 for recognition and update.

Award: (1) $1,000

Deadline: April 4, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(60) J.M.Hill School   PTA Scholarship

Eligibility: Graduates of East Stroudsburg High School who have attended J.M. Hill Elementary School for at least two years. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

 Criteria: Student must have a grade point average of 80 percent or better (cumulative).  Student must be planning to attend a two-year or four-year-college or trade school.  Applicant must have good moral character and excellent work habits.  Student must write essay, “What my J.M. Hill education has meant to me.” Winning essays will meet the following criteria:

o Develops a themeo Provides detail, using specific stories, anecdotes and exampleso Exhibits good grammar and correct spellingo Is 150 words, type written and double spaced

Award: The J.M. Hill Elementary School PTA is awarding two (2), $500 scholarship to be determined by a committee appointed by the PTA.

Deadline: April 10, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(62) Douglas E. Giffels Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: An East Stroudsburg High School-South senior who possesses a 3.5 GPA in the foreign language department and will pursue a program (major or minor) in the foreign language field in college. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: educational plans high school transcript school & community activities leadership and honors received references essay

Award: (1) $250

Deadline: April 10, 2018 - Return to Guidance Office

(63) Resica Educational Assistance Scholarship

Eligibility: East Stroudsburg High School- North and South senior who is a US citizen and is planning to attend an accredited post-secondary school next fall. Students who attended Resica Elementary will be given primary consideration. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: extra-curricular activities & community involvement academic achievement

Award: (2) $500 – (one ESHS-N & one ESHS-S student)

Deadline: April 10, 2018 - Return to Guidance Office

(64) East Stroudsburg Education Foundation Scholarship 2018 Graduate

Eligibility: A current East Stroudsburg High School North and South senior who demonstrates need and overall excellence and will be attending an accredited 4 year college or university next fall pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: educational plans high school transcript school & community activities leadership and honors received references essay

Award: (2) $500 – (one ESHS-N & one ESHS-S students)

Deadline: April 10, 2018 - Return to Guidance Office

(65) East Stroudsburg Administration Scholarship

Eligibility: A current East Stroudsburg High School North and South senior who plans to attend an accredited college or university to pursue a degree in the field of education. The

students must also demonstrate need and overall excellence. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: educational plans (must pertain to education) high school transcript school & community activities experience with children leadership and honors received references essay

Award: (2) $250 (one ESHS-N & one ESHS-S student)

Deadline: April 10, 2018 - Return to Guidance Office

(66) Carrie H. Rogers Memorial Fund

Eligibility: Any graduating senior from the high schools (North or South) within the East Stroudsburg School District who will be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the purpose of obtaining a degree in the field of music education.  Students will be required to complete an application provided by the District's Guidance Department. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: Financial Need (attach copy of student & parent(s) 2016 tax return Instrumental & choral music activities Teacher Recommendations

Award: (1) $500

Deadline: April 10, 2018 – Return to the Guidance Office

(70) West End Fair Scholarship

Eligibility: Monroe County seniors who will be pursuing post-secondary education next Fall and will be majoring in agriculture, biology, chemistry, physics, horticulture, biochemistry, veterinary medicine or a medical field of study. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:

Intended major (agriculture, biology, chemistry, physics, horticulture, biochemistry, veterinary medicine or a medical field of study)

Basis of Need

Scholarship Ability Character

Award: (2) $1,000

Deadline: April 16, 2018 – Return to Guidance

(71) Roland Fetherman Community Service Award sponsored by the Stroudsburg Lions Club

Eligibility: Graduating senior from East Stroudsburg High School South who will be pursuing post-secondary education next fall. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: Community service 350 Word Essay on your understanding of the word “service”

Award: (1) $500

Deadline: April 27, 2018 – Email Application & Essay directly to stroudsburglions@gmail.com

(74) NE PA Community FCU Foundation Awards

Eligibility: Monroe or Pike Cty. graduating seniors who will be attending a post-secondary school. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application or visit http://www.nepafcu.org/about-us/our-foundation/.

Criteria:

Two Letters of Recommendation Copy of HS transcript Copy of IRS Tax Return or FAFSA Extracurricular Activities Volunteer Experience Employment Essay

Award: (3) $1,000

Deadline: June 1, 2018 – Post Mark or Hand Deliver Directly to Credit Union Office

(75) Smithfield Elementary PTO Scholarship Eligibility:  An East Stroudsburg High School South or North senior who must have attended Smithfield Elementary School.  This student must be planning to attend a two or four-year post-secondary institution.  Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria:  

Completed application form Personal Statement which addresses: 1) How his/her academic, school, and community

involvement has made a positive impact; 2) Post-graduation plans; 3) Why are you applying for this scholarship?; 4) What do you tell a Smithfield Elem. student is the secret to success?

A recent high school transcript with cumulative grade point average Award: (1) $500

Deadline:  May 4, 2018 - Return to the Guidance Office

(76) Monroe Animal League Scholarship

Eligibility: Graduating senior who resides in Monroe County and is planning to attend an accredited program in the animal welfare field (e.g. Humane Officer, Vet Tech., Veterinarian, Shelter Management, Animal Behaviorist, etc.). Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: Two letters of recommendation High school transcript Essay on why & how animal welfare concerns have impacted my life? Volunteerism and documentation of stated service

Award: (1) $500

Deadline: April 23, 2018 - Return to Guidance Office

(77) Vietnam Veterans of America Pocono Chapter 678

Eligibility: A graduating senior from a local high school who is a child, step child, grandchild, step grandchild; or great grandchild, step great grandchild of a Vietnam/Vietnam Era Veteran. Please go to the Scholarship Newsletter Homepage for a printable copy of this application.

Criteria: Essay on “How did the TET Offensive of 1968 affect the outcome of the Vietnam War”” High school transcript Letter of college acceptance and proof of college registration Copy of parent’s/grandparent’s DD214 or Discharge Document

Award: (1) $2,000

Deadline: Post Mark by May 31, 2018 – Mail Directly to Scholarship Sponsor

(78) 2018 Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship

Eligibility: A graduating senior who is a US citizen who will be attending a career or technical program (up to 2 years) at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the US next year

Criteria: Demonstrate financial need (copy of Student Aid Report/SAR) Demonstrate perseverance in overcoming adversity Be enrolled in a career or technical program at an accredited non-profit post-secondary

institution

Award: Awards Up to $2,500

Deadline: June 15, 2018 – Submit On-Line

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