March 2015
SENIOR TROJAN NEWSLETTER
SCHOLARSHIPS
Please see Ms. Elmore in the School Counseling Office if you are interested in any of the
scholarships listed. If you need a paper application, please complete one of the yellow
“Scholarship Request Forms” outside of Ms. Elmore’s office. Scholarships with a red asterisk
(*) do not have paper applications available.
Dixie Softball Scholarship*
Deadline: March 1, 2015
Amount: Not specified
This scholarship is sponsored by Dixie Softball, Inc. Applicant must have participated in Dixie
Softball for any two seasons and must be a senior in high school. Financial need will be a factor
in determining award recipients. Visit http://softball.dixie.org/page/scholarships for additional
information and to download an application.
Coastal Carolina University Scholarships*
Deadline: March 1, 2015
Amount: Varies
Coastal Carolina University has several merit scholarships available. Students ranked in the top
10% of their class are automatically accepted and are eligible for at least a $1,000 merit
scholarship. All accepted students are automatically considered for merit scholarships and they
are awarded until all funds are exhausted. See the list below of their merit scholarships.
Presidential Scholarship(accepted by 1/1)
Amount: $6,000 (renewable)
Criteria: SAT 1400 or ACT 32
3.75 GPA
President’s Scholarship(accepted by 1/1)
Amount: $4,000 (renewable)
Criteria: SAT 1250 or ACT 27
3.5 GPA
Provost’s Scholarship(accepted by 3/1)
Amount: $2,000 (renewable)
Criteria: SAT 1200 or ACT 26
Coastal Carolina Scholarships (continued)
3.5 GPA
Coastal Scholar (accepted by 3/1)
Amount: $1,000 (renewable)
Criteria: SAT 1100 or ACT 26
3.5 GPA
Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship (accepted by 3/1)
Amount: $2,000
Criteria: SAT 1000 or ACT 21
3.0 GPA
Majoring in Art Studio, Graphic Design, Music, Theatre Arts.
Audition or Portfolio Required
Garrick-Ramseur Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: March 10, 2015
Amount: $500-$1500
This scholarship is sponsored by the Rock Hill Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority,
Inc. These scholarships are given in memory of Margaret Garrick and Essie Ramseur.
Scholarships can be used towards studies at an accredited two-year or four year institution.
Preference is given to minority students. Criteria: Attend a York county high school OR
current/past Rock Hill Alumnae Jabberwock participant, minimum 3.0 GPA, community service
and demonstrate leadership. Please see Ms. Elmore for an application.
Nina Neely Scholarship
Deadline: March 12, 2015
Amount: 1st place: $1,000
2nd place: $600 3rd place: $400
This scholarship is sponsored by the Reformed Universal Masonic Brotherhood and Order of the
Eastern Star, Inc. They will award three scholarships to the winners of their annual essay
contest. Essay topic: “What role does technology play in enhancing my educational goals?”
See Ms. Elmore for an application.
Ride of Your Life Scholarship*
Deadline: March 13, 2015
Amount: $6000
This scholarship is sponsored by the South Carolina State Fair. They will award FIFTY $6,000
scholarships to students across the state to be paid at the rate of $1500 per year over a four year
period. Criteria: full-time resident of South Carolina and a senior in a public/private/home
school in South Carolina and plan to attend a public or private college/university or technical
school in South Carolina. Applications are available online at www.scstatefair.org
Central City Optimist Club Scholarship
Deadline: March 15, 2015
Amount: 1st place: $1000 2nd place: $500
3rd place: $250
The Central City Optimist Club Scholarship Fund was established in 1990 to provide financial
assistance to deserving high school seniors in the Rock Hill School District III area. Six
scholarships will be awarded. Criteria is as follows: Must be a high school senior in the Rock
Hill School District III area, minimum 2.0 GPA from at least 3 of the following subject areas:
Math, History, Science or English, and must have been accepted by an accredited technical
school, junior college or four year institution of higher learning. Please see Ms. Elmore for an
application.
York County Genealogical and Historical Society*
Deadline: March 15, 2015
Amount: $500
This scholarship was established in 1999 by the York County Genealogical and Historical
Society to give financial assistance to a deserving high school senior. The scholarship is open to
public school graduates of high schools in York County, SC. Applicants must have a 3.5 GPA
and be able to provide evidence of an interest in history or genealogy by writing a 400-500 word
essay describing the activities related to one or both of these areas in which he/she has
participated.
Laura M. Fleming Scholarship*
Deadline: March 16, 2015
Amount: $1,000-$2,500 (renewable)
This scholarship was established by the Foundation of the Carolinas in memory of the former
President and CEO of Founders Federal Credit Union, Laura M. Fleming. The purpose of this
scholarship is to provide undergraduate scholarships to the children of Founders Federal Credit
Union members to attend an accredited college, vocational or technical school of their choice.
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit, financial need and involvement in
school and community activities. Criteria: Must be a child of a Founders Federal Credit Union
member, parents must be in good standing with Founders for a minimum of two years prior to
application deadline, must plan to graduate this spring and must have a 3.5 GPA (on 4.0 scale).
Applications are available online at https://fftcscholarships.communityforce.com
SCEA-Retired
Deadline: March 16, 2015
Amount: $1000
This scholarship is sponsored by the South Carolina Education Association-Retired. This
scholarship is awarded annually and is designed to encourage promising young people to prepare
for careers in education at an accredited four-year college or university in South Carolina.
Criteria: senior graduating from a public high school in South Carolina, plan to attend an
accredited four-year college/university, must pursue a career in education, demonstrate
leadership abilities and need financial assistance. This scholarship is renewable if the student
maintains a 3.0 GPA. This scholarship may be used for room, board, tuition and/or books only.
If the money is not needed, the funds will be returned to SCEA-Retired. See Ms. Elmore for an
application.
SC United Methodist Advocate Scholarship
Deadline: March 16, 2015
Amount: $1,000
This scholarship is sponsored by The Advocate, which is the monthly newspaper for the South
Carolina United Methodist Church. They are seeking applications for a $1,000 scholarship for
United Methodist students who are planning to enroll or already enrolled in one of the following
United Methodist colleges in South Carolina: Claflin University, Columbia College,
Spartanburg Methodist College or Wofford College. It is available to students with an interest in
business, communications or journalism. Please see Ms. Elmore for information on how to
apply for this scholarship.
York County Education Association-Retired
Deadline: March 20, 2015
Amount: $500
This scholarship is sponsored by the York County Education Association-Retired. This
scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans to pursue a major in the field of education.
Criteria: Financial need, minimum 3.0 GPA and plan to major in education. See Ms. Elmore for
an application.
Robert D. White Scholarship Program
Deadline: March 23, 2015
Amount: $3000
This program recognizes the outstanding and long-term community service by Robert D. White
while in his role in the Emergency Medical Services Department of Piedmont Medical Center.
The program is designed to provide financial assistance to graduating high school seniors who
have been accepted to an accredited paramedic school in South Carolina or Gaston College. In
return, recipients commit to work for Piedmont Medical Center as a paramedic for 24 months
upon completion of paramedic school and licensure. Criteria: U.S. Citizen, high school senior
with a minimum 2.5 GPA and acceptance in an accredited paramedic program at a
college/university in South Carolina or Gaston College. Please see Ms. Elmore for an
application.
Nurse Betty Scholarship
Deadline: March 23, 2015
Amount: $5,000
This scholarship recognizes the many years of dedicated service to Piedmont Medical Center by
Betty Jenkins, RN. The program is designed to provide financial assistance to graduating high
school seniors who have been accepted into an accredited school of nursing in South Carolina
pursing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. In return, recipients commit to work for
Piedmont Medical Center as a register nurse for 24 months upon completion of the BSN degree
and licensure. Criteria: U.S. Citizen, high school senior with minimum 3.0 GPA and acceptance
into an accredited BSN program at a college/university in South Carolina. Please see Ms.
Elmore for an application.
Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
Deadline: March 23, 2015
Amount: $2,500
This scholarship is sponsored by the Law Offices of Michael A. DeMayo. They will award 15,
$2,500 scholarships. Criteria: Current high school senior, minimum 3.0 GPA, accepted for fulltime enrollment or planning to pursue a degree at an accredited four-year college/university and
from one of the following SC counties: York, Lancaster, Chesterfield, Marlboro or Dillon. See
Ms. Elmore for an application or download one at www.DeMayoLaw.com
James Brett Ringer
Deadline: March 25, 2015
Amount: $500
This scholarship is sponsored by Coach Jim Ringer, Nancy Ringer and Jason Ringer. The
scholarship is awarded to a high school senior from Rock Hill High, Northwestern, South Pointe
or Lancaster High School who has demonstrated the qualities of hard work and good citizenship.
See Ms. Elmore for an application.
SCAEAP
Deadline: March 27, 2015
Amount: $1,000
This scholarship is sponsored by the South Carolina Association of Extension Administrative
Professionals (SCAEAP) for students who plan to pursue a career in the secretarial science,
computer science or business management field. Please see Ms. Elmore for an application.
Dallas Hirst Lumpkin Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2015
Amount: $1,500
This scholarship was endowed by the children and grandchildren of Dallas Hirst Lumpkin in
recognition of her devotion to family, her lifelong commitment to education and her
contributions to this community. This scholarship will be awarded to a senior from one of the
three Rock Hill High Schools. Last year, one of our Trojans won!! Criteria: A graduating senior
from a Rock Hill, SC, public high school planning to attend an accredited four year
college/university, show financial need, a solid scholastic record (B average and/or upper 25% of
class) and show qualities of leadership, character and a genuine concerns for other. Applications
can be downloaded from their website at www.dhlscholar.org or you can see Ms. Elmore for a
copy.
Ella Beatrice Ferguson Moore Book Scholarship
Deadline: March 31, 2015
Amount: $1,000
This scholarship is sponsored by the Eta Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,
Inc. They will award six book scholarships in memory of Ella Beatrice Ferguson Moore, a
deceased sorority member. Scholarships may go towards studies at an accredited two or four
year institution. Applications are available to high school seniors who meet any of the following
criteria: Minimum 3.0 GPA, Debutante Cotillion participants, York and Chester county high
school seniors, plan to attend a HBCU and demonstration of service/leadership. Preference is
given to minority students. Please see Ms. Elmore for an application.
Los Bravos Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2015
Amount: $1000
This scholarship is sponsored by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Chapter of Los Bravos, Inc. This is
a non-profit organization comprised of African-American men who strive to provide community
services in the City of Charlotte and surrounding areas. They will award two $1000 scholarships
to honor the legacy of Los Bravos and the founding members of this chapter. The scholarship
will be used to help pay for books or tuition during the student’s freshman year of college.
Criteria: African-American or Latino American, overall minimum 2.0 GPA, plan to attend
college and must live in one of the following counties: Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, Union, York or
Gaston County. Please see Ms. Elmore for an application.
Rev. Robert G. Toatley Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2015
Amount: $500
This scholarship is sponsored by the Zeta Theta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity,
Inc. Applicants must be from the Rock Hill area and plan to attend college in the fall. See Ms.
Elmore for an application.
Bessie Moody-Lawrence Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2015
Amount: $1,000
This scholarship is sponsored by the York County Democratic Women’s Council. This
scholarship is in memory of Bessie Moody-Lawrence, a professor of Education at Winthrop
University and a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1993-2008.
Criteria: Female, U.S. Citizen, York County resident, registered voter (if 18 years old),
graduating senior and accepted to a South Carolina college/university as a full-time student. Two
scholarships will be awarded. See Ms. Elmore for an application.
Dr. & Mrs. W.B. Ward Scholarship
Deadline: April 2, 2015
Amount: Not specified
This scholarship is sponsored by the Volunteer Auxiliary of Piedmont Medical Center and will
be awarded to a York County senior who has been accepted to a four-year nursing program. See
Ms. Elmore for an application.
Lights for Love Scholarship
Deadline: April 2, 2015
Amount: Not specified
This scholarship is sponsored by the Volunteer Auxiliary of Piedmont Medical Center and will
be awarded to a York County senior who has been accepted into a two-year program in the
healthcare field. See Ms. Elmore for an application.
Lannie Love Educational Scholarship
Deadline: April 3, 2015
Amount: $500
This scholarship is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of York County. Criteria: Senior who is
a resident of Chester, Lancaster or York County who intends to pursue higher education in
horticulture, agriculture, landscape design, turf management, forestry, botany, greenhouse
management, land management or a related field. See Ms. Elmore for an application.
William Sheridan Pittman Scholarship
Deadline: April 3, 2015
Amount: Not specified
This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating Northwestern High School senior who will be
pursuing a post-secondary degree at the College of Charleston. See Ms. Elmore for an
application.
Minority Scholarship Foundation
Deadline: April 6, 2015
Amount: $2,000
This scholarship is sponsored by the Minority Scholarship Foundation. It was established in
1995 to assist with post-secondary education for African-American students from the Rock
Hill/Fort Mill area. This scholarship is awarded to one student in the amount of $2000/year for
four years. Criteria: African-Amercian, minimum 2.5 GPA and financial need (free or reduced
lunch). See Ms. Elmore for an application.
Richard Boulware Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: April 7, 2015
Amount: Not Specified
This scholarship is sponsored by the Rock Hill Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity,
Inc. in memory of Richard Boulware. Criteria: African-American male in his senior year of high
school in York, Chester or Lancaster County, minimum 3.0 GPA, financial need and must have
acceptance letter from a two or four year institution of higher learning. See Ms. Elmore for an
application.
York County Claw & Paw Scholarship
Deadline: April 10, 2015
Amount: Not Specified
This scholarship is sponsored by the Claw & Paw Foundation. It will be awarded to a student
graduating from a York County high school who plans to attend any campus of the University of
South Carolina or Clemson University. Please see Ms. Elmore for an application or download
one from their website at http://yorkcountyclawandpaw.com/
Coach Dwayne F. Mattison Scholarship
Deadline: April 13, 2015
Amount: Not specified
This scholarship was established in memory of Coach Dwayne F. Mattison. Coach Mattison
coached football and track at Saluda Trail Middle School for many years. In keeping his legacy
alive, his family would like to award this scholarship to a deserving athlete at each of the three
high schools in Rock Hill. Please see Ms. Elmore for an application.
2015 Student-View Scholarship Program*
Deadline: April 22, 2015
Amount: $500-$4000
The 2015 Student-View Scholarship Program is offering $11,000 worth of scholarships to high
school seniors who plan to attend a four year college/university, community/junior college or
career school. They will give away one $4,000 scholarship, two $1,000 scholarships and ten
$500 scholarships. Students will need to log on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20
minute application survey about colleges in your area. The scholarships will be awarded via a
random drawing of all completed applications.
SunTrust “Off to College” Scholarship Sweepstakes*
Deadline: May 15, 2015
Amount: $500
SunTrust will award thirty $500 scholarships to high school students and current undergraduate
college students for education expenses at a college/university. It is free to enter and eligibility
is not based on GPA or financial need. Participants can enter once every two weeks up to 15
times during the sweepstakes period. Two winners will be randomly chosen every two weeks
from October 31, 2014 to May 15, 2015. Enter at suntrusteducation.comscholarshipsweepstakes
SMC Scholars Program*
Deadline: June 30, 2015
Amount: Full-tuition
For the 13th year in a row, Spartanburg Methodist College is pleased to announce that they will
continue their practice of offering high school seniors who will graduate with a 3.0 GPA, a full
tuition package for the 2015-16 academic year. Students must complete the FAFSA by
June 30, 2015, to determine their eligibility for Pell Grants and the SC Tuition Grant program.
SMC will make up any difference between their tuition and public grants for which the student
may qualify with institutional scholarship funds. Visit their website at www.smcs.edu to
complete an admissions application.
Call Me MISTER program *
Deadline: Not specified
Amount: $5,000
This scholarship is designed for African-American males who are interested in pursuing a career
in education. MISTER is an acronym for Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role
Models. Applicants must apply and be accepted to one of the participating institutions
(Anderson, Benedict, Claflin, Clemson, College of Charleston, Coastal Carolina, Greenville
Tech, Midlands Tech, Morris College, South Carolina State University, Tri-County Tech,
Trident Tech or USC-Beaufort). Once you complete the college admissions application, you
must complete the Call Me Mister online referral application. This can be accessed at
www.callmemister.clemson.edu.
Remember to keep a list of your scholarship offers even if you do not plan to accept them. We
will ask you to provide a list at the final senior meeting. The Class of 2014 received over $9
million in scholarship offers! Come on…the Class of 2015 can do it, too!
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
March 3, 2015
March 11, 2015
March 13, 2015
March 14, 2015
March 14-27, 2015
March 18, 2015
March 19, 2015
March 30-April 3, 2015
April 6, 2015
LATE online registration deadline for March 14th SAT
Late Start Day
Regular registration deadline for April 18th ACT
SAT
LATE registration deadline for April 18th ACT
Trojan Way
Senior Supplies (see details on next page)
SPRING BREAK
Bad Weather Make-up Day
SENIOR SUPPLIES
Mr. Roth from Balfour will be in the NHS Auditorium Lobby on Wednesday, March 19th, from 10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. to distribute senior supplies. All questions regarding your order should be directed to him.
FINES/FEES
Please make sure you take care of your fines/fees before prom registration, March 17-19.
UPCOMING COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY EVENTS
University of South Carolina-Beaufort will hold their Open House, “Spring Campus Day”, on Saturday,
March 28, 2015. This is an opportunity for prospective students to visit USCB and discover the treasures
of their campus. The event will begin at 9:00 a.m. (registration at 8:30 a.m.) and end at 1:00 p.m. Lunch
will be served. Visit their website at www.uscb.edu/campusday for additional information and to register.
The Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) will be hosting a “Mini-Camp
College” Workshop at Winthrop University (DiGiorgio Campus Center) on Saturday, March 7th, from
8:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Admission Officers and School Counselors from throughout the Southeast will be
on hand to present information on planning for college admissions. Topics will include the college
search, making the best of college fairs and the scholarship/financial aid process. Visit www.sacac.org for
additional information.
Winthrop University will be hosting “Transfer Tuesday” Information sessions in the evening
during the fall and winter. These sessions are intended for students who are planning to start at a twoyear institution and transfer to Winthrop University. Information sessions will include: Admissions
requirements, transfer credit evaluation process, SC Technical College articulation agreements, Financial
Aid/Scholarship information and degree checklists. Participants will have an opportunity to meet with an
Admissions Counselor. Refreshments will be served. Sessions will be held on March 10, 2015 and April
14, 2015, from 3:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Optional campus tour begins at 3:30 p.m. Register online at
www.winthrop.edu/admissions/transfertuesday or by calling 803-323-2191.
**Remember to complete your FAFSA form online.**
FAFSA
FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA form is used by most
colleges/universities to determine a student’s eligibility for federal, state, and college-sponsored
financial aid, including grants, educational loans, and work-study programs. The FAFSA is
available on-line January 1st. Federal aid is limited and much of it is offered on a first-come,
first-served basis, so the earlier you file the better your chances are of accessing the most
financial aid possible. Also, please pay close attention to the deadlines the college/university’s
Financial Aid Office have in place to make sure you are not missing out on an opportunity for
financial assistance. You can access the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
**BEWARE of people who want to charge a fee to help you complete this form. It is FREE!!
If you need assistance with the form or to request a paper application, please call the toll free
number at 1-800-4FED-AID. **
COLLEGE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
Need help completing your college applications? School Counselors will be available to assist
you with your college applications during lunch in the Kairos Kafe (A104). See your counselor
for additional information or to schedule a time for assistance. Also, listen to the
morning/afternoon announcements to find out which colleges/universities and military recruiters
will be in the Kairos Kafe during lunch.
DID YOU KNOW?
BMW Scholars Team will begin recruiting for the August 2015 Scholars class very soon. The
BMW Scholars program allows students who study manufacturing-related degrees to attend class fulltime at select two-year community colleges. The student receives tuition assistance while also working
part-time hours at BMW Manufacturing Co. Must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, be enrolled as a full-time
student (12 credit hours), commitment to attend school year round, enrolled in a participating technical
college in a related manufacturing degree, entering first semester of study, successful completion of
BMW assessment testing, commitment to work 20 hours/week at BMW during the course of the program
and participate in BMW training. Partner colleges include Greenville Technical College, Spartanburg
Community College and Tri-County Technical College. The posting for the application will be available
online at the end of February at https://www.bmwusfactory.com/student-programs/technical-andcommunity-college-students/scholars-program . Interested applicants will need to contact the college
career offices at Greenville Tech, Spartanburg Community College or Tri-County Tech for additional
information.
You can apply to the following colleges/universities for FREE: Coker College, Columbia College,
Converse College, Limestone College and York Technical College.
You can apply to 36 HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges/Universities) by completing ONE
application for $35. Visit their website at www.eduinconline.com to access the application.
UNIVERSITIES OF THE MONTH
Western Carolina University
Location: Cullowhee, North Carolina (near the Great Smoky & Blue Ridge mountains)
Founder: Robert Lee Madison
Founded: 1889
Mascot: Catamount
School Colors: Purple and Gold
Enrollment: 10,382 students
Female: 57%
Male: 43%
Character: Coeducational residential public university with the UNC system
Academic Programs: 220 Undergraduate majors and 30 Graduate Programs
Interesting Fact: WCU started as Cullowhee High School.
Western Carolina University Alumni on Our Campus
Mrs. Kim Ruff (Spanish teacher) and Mr. Anthony Lancaster (Assistant Principal)
According to Mr. Lancaster, he sealed his fate as an Assistant Principal at Northwestern High School by
telling the interview team “I already have lots of purple and gold”.
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Location: Chapel Hill, NC
Founded: 1789
Mascot: Tarheels
School Colors: Light blue and white
Enrollment: 29,127
Character: Public four-year research institution
Interesting Fact: UNC-Chapel Hill was chartered in 1789 as the first state university in the United
States.
UNC- Chapel Hill Alumni on Our Campus
Dr. Kathleen Pugh
Science Teacher
Please make sure you are using the correct contact information for your counselor on your
college and scholarship applications. Please use the information below when requested.
NHS SCHOOL COUNSELORS
Department Chair: Bobby Page Last names: La-LL and T-Z
Telephone: 803-981-1216
E-Mail: [email protected]
Sharon Bybee
Debbie Cabaniss
Bridget Elmore
Kim Howell
Rena Hill
Last Names Lo-Pa
Last Names A-Ca
Last Names Ce-Ga
Last Names Ge-Ku
Last Names Pe-S
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803-981-1891
803-981-1215
803-981-1214
803-981-1237
803-985-3522
The School Counseling Department is on Facebook and Twitter.
Twitter: @Guidance_NHS
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There are several scholarships available that are not published in this newsletter. It is recommended that you
also do a scholarship search on your own. Beware of scholarship service agencies who ask you to pay a fee to
search for scholarships. There may also be college/university activities that are not included in this newsletter.
Please continue to visit college/university websites for upcoming events. If you have any questions about this
newsletter, please contact Bridget Elmore at [email protected]