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Awards & Scholarships

AWARD AND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - November 5, 2009

APPLICATIONS ARE LOCATED IN THE SCHOLARSHIP CABINET. 

PLEASE ASK MRS. THOMAS, MRS. NIKODEM, MS. SAMPSON, OR MS. MCKENNA IF YOU 
HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.



HELPFUL SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH WEBSITES
http://www.fastweb.com
http://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp



SCHOLARSHIP SUMMARIES

Silverman Law of Schenectady, NY is offering scholarship opportunities 
to Capital Region students grades 7 - 12. Scholarship Awards will be 
presented two (2) times per year in May and November with the top three (3) 
students who qualify receiving awards as follows:
-1st place: $250
-2nd place: $150
-3rd place: $100
To complete scholarship forms, please visit: 
www.thesilvermanlawfirm.com/silverman-scholarship-program/


ACHIEVEMENT WEEK - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
This contest is open to all college-bound high school seniors who are 
actively enrolled in High School or a recognized Home School program. 
College scholarships are awarded to the winners, each of whom must submit an 
essay on a theme/topic chosen by the fraternity. This years Essay Theme 
is: “How has President Obama influenced your life/career goals and 
aspirations?”
Submission date from the student to Nu Tau Chapter is November Friday 
November 13th. Essays are to be mailed to Willie M. Dean, Jr. 1852 Eastern 
Parkway Schenectady, NY 12309. Mr. Dean can also be reached at (518) 377-
1830 Office (518) 331-3020 Cell or by E-Mail at WDean37991@aol.com.


KFC COLONEL'S SCHOLARS
KFC Colonel's Scholars is looking for high school seniors with financial 
need and an entrepreneurial spirit to qualify for the KFC Colonel's Scholars 
Program.
Application information - www.kfcscholars.org
Deadline - December 1, 2009


"SALUTING GREATNESS: THE LEGACY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR" ESSAY CONTEST 
The NYS Department of Education is offering an essay contest to honor the 
memory of Dr. King. Students may submit essays or artwork to celebrate and 
honor Dr.King's principals. Details re: the application can be found in the 
guidance office.
Deadline - December 7, 2009


JOHN F KENNEDY PROFILE IN COURAGE ESSAY CONTEST
The 2010 Profile in Courage Essay Contest is available online at 
www.jfklibrary.org
Students must submit their essay prior to January 9, 2010 to be considered 
for this scholarship.
Deadline - January 9, 2010


NEW YORK WATER ENVIRONMENT ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The NYWEA is offering a total of 6 $1,500 scholarships this year. Two to 
children of NYWEA members, two to students enrolled at a college where there 
is a NYWEA chapter, and two to high school students who will be enrolled in 
an environmentally related four year program. 
Deadline - January 21, 2010


BURGER KING SCHOLARS PROGRAM
$1000 scholarships available to high school seniors. To apply login to:
www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_application.html
Deadline - February 1, 2010


DR. SEUSS'S OH, THE PLACES YOU'LL GO! 2010 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
$5,000 scholarship award
Essay Question - Dr. Seuss's Oh, the Places You'll Go! delivers an important 
chances and the troubles that life presents. Thinking about the book, Oh, 
the Places You'll Go!, what kind of opportunities and challenges do you 
think your education will present in the future?
Deadline - February 15, 2010


DOROTHEA DEITZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Women in Physical Education in NYS is offering a scholarship to provide 
financial assistance to selected women students planning to major in 
Physical Education Teacher Education. Scholarships range from $6500 - $4500. 
Please visit www.nysahperd.org for information.
Deadline - March 1, 2010


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