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Some applications are in the College & Career Lab - most you can click on the link to apply online or download application.  See Mrs. Roberts for additional information. Students are encouraged to check this website often and to turn in their completed application well before the deadline. Please jump ahead and see what scholarships are in the near future, so you are not rushed to complete an application on the deadline day!  With this listing, you can look over the entire year's offerings and use your time wisely. 

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University Award Program - Kent State University seeks to serve students who bring a richness of diversity to their student body.  The University Award Program will grant each eligible student $3,500 per year the out-of-state surcharge.

New England Culinary Institute  -  Deadlines vary

United Negro College Fund - Deadlines vary - one application online registers you for numerous scholarships!

Geneseo Migrant Center, Inc. - The Geneseo Migrant Center administers a variety of scholarships, linked above, to offer financial assistance to migrant students who want to further their education.  9 scholarships available.  Revolving deadline.

The Ultimate College Giveaway and Scholarship - Sign up now! The Next Step Magazine is giving away incredible prizes and free scholarship money!  You could be one of this free contest’s monthly winners of cool prizes for your college/university dorm.  Apply online!

National Merit and Achievement Scholarships - Read the details to learn WHY you should study for and take the PSAT/NMSQT test at Haines City High School!

KFC - Must maintain 3.0 GPA, unmet financial need,  pursue Bachelors' degree in Restaurant/Retail management, Business Management, Computer Sciences or Liberal Arts at a UNCF institution, work at KFC for at least one year. More details at link. Deadline June 30 each year.   

The Jackie Robinson Foundation - You must apply online, be a college bound high school senior, U.S. Citizen, Minority, minimum SAT 900/ACT 21, leadership potential, financial need. $7,000 per year will be awarded.  See FAQ's on website for more information.

Johnson and Wales University - Several academic- and financial-need based scholarships incoming college freshmen. Most students are automatically eligible upon acceptance to the University.  See link for description and requirements.  Revolving deadlines, depending on scholarship. 

September Florida Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest -  The theme of the essay contest has not been issued yet.  Keep checking this site for details and deadline.  No more than 500 words in length, the essay must include certain information.  See link for all details.   October NFAA Arts Awards ARTS 2008 is open to high school seniors. Eligible artists must be high school seniors during the 2007-2008 school year. Registration deadline is October 1, 2007 and the postmark deadline to submit audition/portfolio materials is Nov. 5, 2007.  Competition areas are Jazz, Photography, Theater, Music, Dance, Writing, Visual Arts, Film & Video, and Voice. Writer's of the Future Contest - Opportunities for new and amateur writers of new short stories of novelettes of science fiction or fantasy.  Quarterly prizes range from $500 - $1,000.  Annual award: $4,000.  The Contest has four quarters, beginning on October 1, January 1, April 1 and July 1. The year will end on September 30. Illustrator's of the Future Contest - Opportunities for Science Fiction and Fantasy artists.    Quarterly prizes range from $500 - $1,000.  Annual award: $4,000.  The Contest has four quarters, beginning on October 1, January 1, April 1 and July 1. The year will end on September 30. U. S. Senate Youth Program (USSYP)  is a program open to high school juniors and seniors offering them the opportunity to get a hands-on feel for government. Two students from each state are selected to travel to Washington D.C. for a week long experience that will include major policy addresses by various government officials including members of the cabinet and senators. Students will also receive a $5000 scholarship for college. High school juniors and seniors are eligible to apply - IF they are currently serving in an elected position in the student government. (See specific positions on application).  Students must also be Permanent Residents.  Deadline for application October 26, 2007. E. B. Kennedy Scholarship - Erskine College (South Carolina) applicants ONLY -  This scholarship is judged on Christian commitment, leadership potential, scholastic achievement, and vigorous outlook. Deadline 10/15/2007  Guidance must fill out nomination forms.  Student must fill out candidate forms. Outstanding Students of America- Seniors Only for $1,000.00 Scholarship. Biography and Essay required.  MUST be submitted to your Guidance Counselor for verification PRIOR to mailing.  Deadline October 10th of each year. Burger King Scholars - $1000 Scholarship - Must have worked 40 weeks out of last 52 weeks, GPA 2.5 or higher, Community service, financial need.   You don't need to work at Burger King to apply for this - any employment will do.  Apply online only -  directions on link - get access code on link before going to application.  Deadline is February 15, 2008.  The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarships- Apply online from September 1st to October 31 each year.  You MUST apply online.  High School Seniors only for the FOUR YEAR AWARD. Silver Garland Awards -  These annual awards are solely based on community service!  You MUST apply in the category in which you have performed your community service.  Nominees will be selected on student's service to community, leadership, character, and achievement.  Pre-application required for HCHS selection committee.  Deadline for pre-application is October 31, 2007 to Career Lab.  See Mrs. Roberts for pre-applications and more information. Application will not post to this link until December. November Burger King Scholars - $1000 Scholarship - Must have worked 40 weeks out of last 52 weeks, GPA 2.5 or higher, Community service, financial need.   You don't need to work at Burger King to apply for this - any employment will do.  Apply online only -  directions on link - get access code on link before going to application.  Deadline is February 15, 2008.  Southern Scholarship Foundation - Room and board at only FOUR state universities - Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida A & M, University of Florida, Florida State University. See application for details. Deadline for Spring term is 11/1/07.  Deadline for Fall term is 3/1/08. Apply EARLY! The First Lady's Arts Recognition Scholarship  The signature program of Arts for Life! is the Arts Recognition Scholarship Program. Each year, twenty-four high school seniors representing dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and media are awarded $1,000 scholarships on the basis of artistic merit and academic excellence. To be eligible for a scholarship students are required to be a graduating high school senior in Florida, complete an application, write a brief essay addressing “How the arts have influenced my life” and “The role of the arts in my future,” and provide a sample of their work. A committee of judges for each arts discipline, respective experts in their field, review and score the students’ essays and work samples. Each committee selects the top scoring applicants to receive a scholarship. Deadline 11/1/07. Ron Brown Scholar - Several $40,000 top prizes.  For academically talented, highly motivated African American high school seniors who intend to pursue undergraduate degrees full-time. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Applicants should demonstrate academic achievement, exhibit leadership ability, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need.  Selection process.  Essays, biography required.  Apply early and beat the November 15th deadline to be eligible for several other scholarships, however the final deadline for the ONE Scholarship is January 9, 2008. Ruth Eckerd Hall Youth Scholarship in the Performing Arts - Performing Arts Award of $2,500  in the following disciplines: Vocal, Instrumental, Musical Theater/Theater, & Dance. Selections are based on artistic ability, academics and recommendations.  Recordings required with application.  Auditions are required for finalists.  Last year's application available now.  Download it and start working on it.   Current year application will be up in September.  Deadline in November. Ruth Eckerd Hall Jazz Youth Scholarship - Vocal/Jazz - Same as above, but for Youth Jazz performers.  Different application. Deadline in November. Grady Rayam Prize -  The “Negro Spiritual” Scholarship Foundation works with Orlando Opera to sponsor a vocal competition for sacred music performed by the solo voice in characteristic Negro spiritual style. Eleventh or twelfth grade level students who are of Afro-ethnic descent may enter a statewide vocal competition to rehearse and perform these arranged Negro spirituals. Students who enter the competition must work with a voice teacher to learn a new piece of music sent to them, and to meet the high vocal standards of this competition.   Deadline 12/7/07 for application.  $20 fee is required to apply which covers the music, list of titles, music copy for the assigned competition piece. Lions Club Youth Exchange Scholarship - $1,000 awarded to outstanding Senior students in Lions District 35-0.  Deadline November 30, 2007.  Applications in the Career Lab. Youth Heritage Oratorical Scholarship Program  sponsored by the Tampa Organization of Black Affairs.  Are you a great speaker?  Workshops will build confidence for the final judging in December.  Scoring based on Speech quality and speech presentation, and student application - as outlined in the application packet.   Short bio required with application.   Youth Public Speaking Event - Workshop in November in Tampa.  Open to 9th - 12th Grades!  Three Workshop Dates are MANDATORY.  2006 dates and speech topic have not been announced yet, but usually in late November through mid-December.   December The National High School Oratorical Contest - Deadline January 1 of each year. There is no application required to enter.  Contact your local American Legion Post for entry. Eligible participants in The American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest shall be citizens of or lawful permanent residents of the United States. Participants speak on prepared oration and assigned topic. Local, State and National levels of winners.  See specific details at link. Open to 9th - 12th Grades! Burger King Scholars - $1000 Scholarship - Must have worked 40 weeks out of last 52 weeks, GPA 2.5 or higher, Community service, financial need.   You don't need to work at Burger King to apply for this - any employment will do.  Apply online only -  directions on link - get access code on link before going to application.  Deadline is February 15, 2008.  Toyota Community Scholars Program - High schools nationwide are asked to nominate one student for the Toyota Community Scholars program. The school's nominee should have a consistent record of academic excellence, be active in school programs, and be recognized as a leader by his/her peers and instructors. In addition, the nominee must have initiated or be actively involved in a service program that addresses a school or community need.  Students who are interested should discuss their community service in a short essay and attach to academic resume and submit to Mrs. Roberts by deadline date. Scholarship committee will then decide on the ONE candidate.  Only one nominee will be accepted from a school. Deadline to Mrs. Roberts is January 3, 2008.  Grady Rayam Prize -  The “Negro Spiritual” Scholarship Foundation works with Orlando Opera to sponsor a vocal competition for sacred music performed by the solo voice in characteristic Negro spiritual style. Eleventh or twelfth grade level students who are of Afro-ethnic descent may enter a statewide vocal competition to rehearse and perform these arranged Negro spirituals. Students who enter the competition must work with a voice teacher to learn a new piece of music sent to them, and to meet the high vocal standards of this competition.   Deadline 11/30/2006.  Humanist Essay Contest - This essay contest has been discontinued, but they have placed links on this site to direct you to other similar essay contests. 2007 SAE Engineering Scholarships  (Six offered) - for any type of engineering field (computer, chemical, electrical, etc) or related science (math, chemistry, physics, biology, technologies, computer sciences). GPA 3.75 and must score in the 90th percentile of SAT I and/or ACT test. See each scholarship requirements before applying. Seniors only - Deadline December 1, 2007   AIA/AAF Minority/Disadvantaged Scholarship Nomination  Seniors interested in Architecture.  The application process has two parts: an initial nomination by either a high school guidance counselor, AIA component, architect, or other individual who is aware of the student's interest and aptitude for architecture, and an application which is sent to eligible students after nominations are reviewed. The nomination form is due in early December and the application, an essay, statement of disadvantaged circumstances, letters of recommendations, transcripts and a drawing are due in mid-January. Deadline December 7, 2007 for nominations.  Applications will be mailed to those students who are nominated. To see NAAB Accredited Schools - click here. National High School Recipe Contest -  For Seniors who love to cook and are planning to attend Johnson and Wales University. Submit recipes in one of these two categories: Healthful Family Dinner or Healthful Dessert and compete for these renewable tuition prizes. Grand Prizes - full tuition, First prizes - $7500 tuition, Second prizes - $5,000 tuition, Other finalists -$3500 tuition.  Deadline 12/10/07.  Start creating NOW and enter and win these renewable. Young Patriot's Foundation - Juniors!  Don't miss out on this opportunity of a lifetime - a paid trip to Washington, D.C. for a first hand look at the federal government.   Applications in Career Lab.  Interview Required.  Don't Miss Out!   Deadline back to Career Lab is 11/30/07  Henry Morrison Flagler Scholarship Florida Atlantic University at Jupiter: Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College.  $55,000 over four years, awarded to five incoming freshman.  Nomination required - see Mrs. Roberts.  Deadline December 15th. AXA Achievement Scholarship Awards - Deadline 12/15/07   Seniors only, letters of recommendation, and must demonstrate the following: (NOTE - there are TWO AXA scholarships - the other is due in February. DO BOTH if you qualify.) Ambition, drive and determination Setting and reaching goals Respect for self, family and community Ability to succeed in college CareerFitter.com - Awards given quarterly.  Career Test and Short essay required on "What is the perfect career for you and why?" Scholarships to qualified students who are enrolled or planning to participate in a college, university or graduate school program during the spring/summer/fall 2008 term. Students who apply must be a United States citizen or permanent resident with a minimum 2.5 Grade Point Average.  Deadline 9/14/08  for January giveaway. EasyAid.com Scholarship - 2007 Frank O' Neill Memorial Scholarship. Educational goals and need-based essay contest.  Eligible students may NOT have already been receiving or awarded a full-tuition scholarship or waiver from another source.  Quarterly awards. This quarter deadline is December 31, 2007. All-Ink.com - $10,000 Scholarships offered to students who will be entering college or technical school in Fall 2008  GPA 2.5, US citizen, short essay required.  Deadline December 31, 2007. The Anne Ford Scholarship  Applicant must have 3.0 GPA or above, financial need, show documentation of an identified learning disability, US Citizen, a high school Senior planning on pursuing an undergraduate degree.  Postmarked December 31, 2007. Specific requirements and application are at link. Southern Scholarship Foundation - Room and board at selected colleges. See application for details. Deadline for Fall term is 3/1/08. Apply EARLY!  Apply NOW! Polk Education Foundation - Partially completed applications NOT be considered.  Once you have selected scholarships and written essays, you must finalize your application.  TWO copies of application must be printed out.  One goes to the Career Lab to be sent to the Foundation with your photograph, essays, etc.  Dozens of local scholarships are available.  Come to the Career Lab to apply if you don't have a computer at home.  Applications MUST be returned to Career Lab for final submissions to District. Deadline TBA - depends on when the application becomes available.  Keep checking this link for application. January The National High School Oratorical Contest - Deadline January  1 of each year. There is no application required to enter.  Contact your local American Legion Post for entry. Eligible participants in The American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest shall be citizens of or lawful permanent residents of the United States. Participants speak on prepared oration and assigned topic. Local, State and National levels of winners.  See specific details at link. Open to 9th - 12th Grades! Writer's of the Future Contest - Opportunities for new and amateur writers of new short stories of novelettes of science fiction or fantasy.  Quarterly prizes range from $500 - $1,000.  Annual award: $4,000.  The Contest has four quarters, beginning on October 1, January 1, April 1 and July 1. The year will end on September 30. AFSA - American Fire Sprinkler Association - Open to High School Seniors who will be entering college or technical school in Fall 2008.  3000 Word Essay required.  Regional and National prizes awarded.  See link for details on essay requirements and topic.  Deadline April 11, 2008.  Start NOW!!  National Outstanding Student Leader of the Year Award -  from Johnson & Wales University -  High School Seniors with leadership history.  Required resume, essay, and transcripts. Awards range from partial to full tuition to Johnson & Wales University - Denver campus ONLY.  Deadline February 1, 2008. The Florida JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship -  $1000 grant available to graduating high school Seniors who plan to attend college or vocational school.  Applications may be found at link or in the Career Lab. Application, five letters of reference, transcript, personal statement required. Leadership experience desirable.    There are VERY SPECIFIC instructions to be followed with this application.  See application for details.  Must be mailed and postmarked by February 3, 2008. George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Contest - $1,000 - $3,000 for 750 - 1,000 word essay.  Open to Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors.  Deadline January 31, 2008 Discover Card - Juniors Only!!!  2007- 2008 Application available for download after December  1, 2007. Minimum GPA 2.75. Applicants must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments in Special Talents, Leadership, Obstacles Overcome and Community Service.  Deadline 1/31/08 Illustrator's of the Future Contest - Opportunities for Science Fiction and Fantasy artists.    Quarterly prizes range from $500 - $1,000.  Annual award: $4,000.  The Contest has four quarters, beginning on October 1, January 1, April 1 and July 1. The year will end on September 30.

Elks National Foundation - Any child or grandchild (or step-child, step-grandchild, or legal ward) of a living Elk who joined the order on or before April 1, 2002, or a charter member of a Lodge that was instituted on or after April 1, 2002, is eligible to apply. The Elk must also be a paid-up member through March 31, 2008. Great-grandchildren are not eligible.  High School Seniors only.  SAT/ACT before December 31, 2007, apply through relatives Elk Chapter.  See application for other requirements.  Deadline January 11, 2008.  Poinciana Ladies Club Scholarship - $500 award - Must reside in Poinciana Villages 1 - 10.  Applications in Career Lab. Deadline January 25, 2008 Poinciana Area Council - $1000 award - MUST live in the 34759 zip code.  Applications in Career Lab.  Essay, Transcript, Community Service required. Deadline back to Career Lab is January 31, 2008.  The Heart of Florida Foundation Scholarship Fund -  Don't miss out on this important annual application that assists several of our students each year. Renewable, too! Detailed application - don't wait till the last minute!  Applications for SENIORS are available in the Career Lab now.   Deadline is March 21 back to Career Lab.   Winners announced at Senior Ceremony on May 19th. Gates Millennium Scholarship - Must be minority, GPA 3.3 or above, financial need, high school seniors only. 2008 -2009 FAFSA MUST be filed by 2/1/08. Students and parents must complete 2007 tax return in order to file FAFSA. This is a highly competitive process, and students are urged to submit their nomination packets as soon as possible to ensure that their packets are complete and meet all requirements. See website for nomination forms, and other information.  DEADLINE for PAPER applications is 12/31/07.  DEADLINE for online applications is 1/11/08 - 11:59 pm. See Mrs. Roberts in Career Lab for assistance.  This is a very large application - DO NOT WAIT until the last minute. Sam Walton Community Scholarship  Each operating Wal-Mart store and SAM'S CLUB is eligible to award two $1000 scholarships to qualifying local high school seniors. An independent panel of judges will select the recipients on the basis of financial need, academic record, ACT/SAT test scores and school involvement.  You MUST apply online by clicking on "Scholarship Selection Tool."   Deadline: January 14, 2008.  Three other scholarships here - for WalMart employees and children of employees. Education is Freedom National Scholarship Program provides college scholarships in the amount of $2,000 to high school seniors that meet the following criteria: U.S. resident for one year at time of application, High School senior, GPA 3.0 - 3.5.   Apply between November 1st and Deadline of January 15th, 2008. Bright House Scholarships - Eligibility: 10th grade, eligible for free or reduced lunch, & planning to attend a community college.  See Ms. Roberts for application.  Deadline: January 18th. The Dave Logan Scholarship - Min. 3.5 GPA, athletics required, letters of recommendation from your high school coach and teacher, transcript required.  500 word essay on "Why you believe you deserve this scholarship."    Winner must be willing to be interviewed on BayNews9.  This is a one-time award given to one male and one female high school senior in the viewing area. Deadline 1/26/2008. National Eagle Scout Association - The Hall/McElwain Merit Scholarship is available to students who are Eagle Scouts. To be eligible for this award, you must have received credentials from the national office, be a graduating high school senior or current undergraduate student, and demonstrate leadership ability in Scouting and a strong record of participation in activities outside of scouting. You must also submit a letter of recommendation from a Scout leader to be eligible.  Deadline: January 31st of every year. Datatel Scholarships - available at selected colleges and universities. Deadline: January 31st Southern Scholarship Foundation - Room and board at selected colleges. See application for details.  Deadline for Fall term is 3/1/08.  Apply EARLY! Polk Education Foundation - Partially completed applications NOT be considered.  Once you have selected scholarships and written essays, you must finalize your application.  TWO copies of application must be printed out.  One goes to the Career Lab to be sent to the Foundation with your photograph, essays, etc.  Dozens of local scholarships are available.  Come to the Career Lab to apply if you don't have a computer at home.  Applications MUST be returned to Career Lab for final submissions to District. Deadline TBA - depends on when the application becomes available.  Keep checking this link for application. Burger King Scholars - $1000 Scholarship - Must have worked 40 weeks out of last 52 weeks, GPA 2.5 or higher, Community service, financial need.   You don't need to work at Burger King to apply for this - any employment will do.  Apply online only -  directions on link - get access code on link before going to application.  Deadline is February 15, 2008.

February Polk Education Foundation - Partially completed applications NOT be considered.  Once you have selected scholarships and written essays, you must finalize your application.  TWO copies of application must be printed out.  One goes to the Career Lab to be sent to the Foundation with your photograph, essays, etc.  Dozens of local scholarships are available.  Come to the Career Lab to apply if you don't have a computer at home.  Applications MUST be returned to Career Lab for final submissions to District. Deadline TBA - depends on when the application becomes available.  Keep checking this link for application. The Heart of Florida Foundation Scholarship Fund -  Don't miss out on this important annual application that assists several of our students each year.  Applications for SENIORS are available in the Career Lab now.  Must have lived in the Haines City area for at least two years.  Deadline is March 21 back to Career Lab.   Winners announced at Senior Ceremony on May 19th. National Outstanding Student Leader of the Year Award -  from Johnson & Wales University -  High School Seniors with leadership history.  Required resume, essay, and transcripts. Awards range from partial to full tuition to Johnson & Wales University - Denver campus ONLY.  Deadline February 1, 2008. Ladies Auxiliary VFW -  Deadline - February 1, 2008     James Day Scholarship -  Minimum 2.0 GPA, active 2007-2008 track athletes only, short essay, must be competing in the Bob Hayes Invitational Track Meet with high school, must enroll in college in Fall 2008.  Deadline February 1st.  Download or applications in Career Lab. Polk Community College Foundation Scholarships - Seniors only. Many scholarship opportunities are available for students through the Polk Community College Foundation, Inc. Last year, the PCC Foundation administered over 700 scholarships.  Students only need to submit one application to apply for all the endowed scholarships that are offered each year. Please note that you are only eligible to receive one endowed scholarship. Deadline: March 31. Pace Scholars Award - University of West Florida applicants.  Top 5% of senior class.  Two 750-word essays required, two letters of recommendation, activities in high school and community.  Applications in Career Lab.  Deadline February 1, 2007 Andrew Glenn France Memorial Scholarship - must be enrolled for at least 12 semester hours at PCC,  graduated from high school with a "C" average or better, must maintain 2.5 GPA at PCC.  This is for one academic year used for tuition, books, and fees only. May reapply if student maintains eligibility.  Deadline February 1st. Polk Community College Academic Merit Scholarships - 3.2 GPA or higher.  Good for 60 hours or two years tuition. Must apply to PCC, take CPT test, and submit scholarship application before February 1st.  Download application or pick up in HCHS Career Lab. Polk Community College Cultural Arts Scholarships - scholarships are available in the areas of music, drama, art, and publications.  Recipients will be selected from students who graduate from area high schools who have demonstrated special skills in a program or activity.  Students must apply to PCC, take CPT test, and submit scholarship application before February 1st.  Applications available at PCC office. Polk Community College Public Service Prior to High School Graduation Scholarship - High School Juniors!  Maintain 2.75 GPA, attend training session at PCC, be available on HCHS campus during senior year to handle inquiries about PCC, act as ambassador while attending PCC.  Limited to tuition for two years (60 credit hours). Deadline March 7 - has been extended! Polk Community College Special Skills Scholarship - These scholarships are given to students who display special talents, such as athletics and other skills.  See high school athletic directors or coaches for information, and contact PCC Financial Aid office for applications.  Orlando Magic Scholarship Program - Orlando Magic UCF Minority Scholarship recipient receives $20,000 to attend UCF, & the Orlando Magic Achiever Scholarship recipient receives $10,000 to attend any accredited four-year university in the State of Florida.   Deadline: February 1, 2008 to the Guidance Counselor for Recommendations. University of Tampa - Deadline February 1, 2007.  Writing contest - win up to $20,000. National Peace Essay Contest - 1,500 word essay on "Natural Resources and Conflict".  Awards range from $1,000 - $10,000.  See link for VERY specific information.  Deadline 2/1/2008. National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) - Essay on the importance of free enterprise and a question on how you have demonstrated entrepreneurial achievement.  Deadline February 11, 2008.. AXA Achievement Community Scholarship - $2,000 award  to Collegebound, High School Seniors, US Citizens or legal residents, be ambitious and motivated, outstanding achievement in school, community, or work, and be recommended by an unrelated adult who can attest to student's achievement.  This link will take you to the application designated for Haines City area students.  Transcript needed.  Deadline for all materials to be postmarked is February 15, 2008.  Burger King Scholars - $1000 Scholarship - Must have worked 40 weeks out of last 52 weeks, GPA 2.5 or higher, Community service, financial need.   You don't need to work at Burger King to apply for this - any employment will do.  Apply online only -  directions on link - get access code on link before going to application.  Deadline is February 15, 2008.  Burger King Employee Scholars Program - $1000 Scholarship - Burger King employee for the past year, 2.0 GPA or higher, community service, written letter of recommendation from BK employer.  Apply online only -  Directions on link - get access code on link before going to application!  Deadline February 28, 2008. Best Buy Scholarship - Best Buy Children’s Foundation grants scholarships to students who have good grades and outstanding community service.  Scholarship recipients will be chosen based on community service and academic achievement and must be entering an accredited U.S. university, college or technical school in the fall immediately following their high school graduation.   Must Apply Online! Deadline: February 15, 2008.  FFA Scholarships - Various scholarships available.  See Mrs. Roberts or Ms. Hall for a copy of the FFA 2007-2008 Scholarship Book, or visit www.ffa.org to apply online. Deadline: February 15th. Cargill Community Scholarship Program - Award based on academic achievement, extracurricular and other activities.  350 students will receive $1,000 scholarships.  MUST be African-American, American Indian, Asian American or Hispanic to apply! Deadline: February 15th each year. David C. Williams Scholarship Program - Florida Minerals & Chemistry Council.  $500 awarded based on financial need, scholastic achievement & essays.  Applications online and in the Career Lab now!  Deadline February 15, 2008.  2008 Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship Program - sponsored by Monsanto and the National Assoc. of Farm Broadcasters.  Requirements:  be a high school senior, have immediate family actively engaged in production agriculture, SAT 850 or higher, ACT 18 or higher, C or higher grade average, plan to enroll in college, university or technical school to pursue a career in agriculture.  Postmark Deadline February 15.  USA Funds Access to Education Scholarship - Must plan on enrolling in a 2 or 4 yr college or university or trade/technical school in Fall 2007.  Anyone can apply, but priority will be given to minorities and students with physical disabilities.  This is a renewable award of $1,500 if 2.5 GPA maintained.  Deadline Feb 15, 2008.  MilitaryScholar.org - scholarships for military children - Scholarship applications will request information on the applicant's scholarship, participation in school and community activities, work experience, and an essay. Minimum 3.0 GPA Financial information will not be required. 500 Word Essay required on this topic:  Every able-bodied citizen should be required to serve for a 2 year period of time in the military -- Why or Why Not?   Deadline to your local commissary is  February 20, 2008 Lee Ross Memorial Scholarship from the Lakeland Choral Society.  Juniors & Seniors!  Applicants must plan to continue their musical education and follow a serious career in the field of music. $1,000 award. Keep checking this site for 2008 application. Deadline: February 25th. Girls Going Places - Rewards the enterprising spirits of girls ages 12-18 with funds to pursue their dreams of business ownership. Download 2008 official rules AND entry forms at link.  Deadline February 15, 2008.   Club Hispano de Lakeland Scholarship - Hispanic Club of Lakeland, Inc.  offers five (5) $1000 scholarships to graduating Hispanic high school seniors in Polk County schools.  Must have  GPA 3.0 or higher, essay required, application and transcripts.   Applications in Career Lab.  Deadline 2/20/08 Gamma Phi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority - Applications in the Career Lab.  Photograph required. Must be mailed and received in Bartow BEFORE February 28, 2008  Daughters of the American Revolution National Society Scholarships   -  17 scholarships available.  All applicants must be citizens of the United States and attend an accredited college or university in the United States. The ONLY exception is the American Indian Scholarship which is also available for vocational training. See website for specific criteria.  Deadlines: February 1st - April 15th. Southern Scholarship Foundation - Room and board at selected colleges. See application for details.  Deadline for Fall 2008 term is 3/1/08. Apply EARLY!

March Polk Community College Foundation Scholarships - Seniors only. Many scholarship opportunities are available for students through the Polk Community College Foundation, Inc. Last year, the PCC Foundation administered over 700 scholarships.  Students MUST apply to P.C.C. first however to apply for the scholarship.  Apply online - fees waived for HCHS students.  Students only need to submit one application to apply for all the endowed scholarships that are offered each year. Please note that you are only eligible to receive one endowed scholarship. Deadline: March 31. MG James Ursano Scholarship Fund - Dependent children of Army soldiers on active duty, retired or deceased while on active duty or after retirement.  2.0 GPA or higher, transcripts, and proof of eligibility needed.  Online application. Deadline for receipt of all documentation is March 1, 2008. Navy League Scholarship - 3.0 GPA, direct dependent or direct descendent of an active or former sea service member.  Must graduate in June 2008, and enroll in college in Fall 2008 to study science or engineering. Four year scholarships available.   Deadline March 1, 2008.          Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship Grant for Prospective Educators - $1000 to graduating Senior majoring in Education at Florida Southern College.  Application packets in Career Lab.  Deadline is March 1, 2008. The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year - Must have earned Eagle Award and religious emblem.  High school student, Florida resident.  In a troop chartered to an American Legion Post or the son or grandson of a Legion member or parent eligible to join The American Legion Department of Florida.  Deadline March 1st of current school year.   Contact information in Career Lab. The American Legion General Scholarship - Must be direct descendent or legally adopted child of a member in good standing of the American Legion Department of Florida; or a deceased U.S. Veteran who would have been eligible for membership in the American Legion.  Student must be high school Senior and parents must be Florida residents.  Applications in the Career Lab.  Deadline for submission is March 1, 2008.  American Chemical Society Scholars Program - Minority (African-American, Hispanic/Latino, American Indian),  SAT/ACT scores, FAFSA, attending college in Fall 2008 to study chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or other related chemistry major, two letters of recommendation. 3.0 GPA or higher in sciences and chemistry.  Deadline March 1, 2008 Pre-Med or Pre-Pharmacy are NOT eligible for this scholarship. The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation - IF YOU ARE the son or daughter of -a Marine on Active Duty or in the Reserve -a former Marine or Marine Reservist who received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or who was killed while in the service of our country, -an active duty, reserve, or former US Navy Corpsman who is serving or has served with the US Marine Corps. -and family income is less than $63,000. APPLY NOW!  Deadline is March 3, 2008   Polk Community College Public Service Prior to High School Graduation Scholarship - High School Juniors!  Maintain 2.75 GPA, attend training session at PCC, be available on HCHS campus during senior year to handle inquiries about PCC, act as ambassador while attending PCC.  Limited to tuition for two years (60 credit hours). Deadline March 7 - has been extended! (FAPSC) Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges  Scholarship Program - Awards of Full Tuition, $5,000 and $1,000 scholarships are offered to students seeking to attend a Florida Career School or College.  Seniors must have GPA of 2.0 or higher, submit essay, transcript.  Deadline is March 7, 2008.  Spina Bifida Association of America - Applicant must have spina bifida, 3.0 GPA, physician's statement.  One of four different scholarships available to applicants.  Deadline March 7, 2008. Grandmothers for Peace International Scholarship - Requirements: Be a high school senior or in your first year of college. Complete the application form. Provide information on your school and community activities. Include two letters of recommendation. Write a brief autobiography of your activities relating to peace and social justice, nuclear disarmament issues, and conflict resolution. Describe how you will contribute to a peaceful and just society in the future.  Deadline March 1, 2008.   Gamma Phi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority - Applications in the Career Lab.  Application and Essay.  2.5 GPA or above. Photograph required. Deadline back to Career Lab is March 11, 2008. 2008 National High School Essay Contest  - Open to high school students of any age. Must write essay on the following subject: "Analyze and explain what you think will be the Challenges Facing the American Foreign Service in the 21 st Century." Very specific rules apply to submission.  Read rules at link.  Deadline April 15, 2008 Epilepsy Scholarship - 1-year, $3000 scholarship that honors 16 outstanding students who have done the following: overcome the challenges of epilepsy, been successful in school, done well in activities out of the classroom or in the community, shown the desire to make the most out of college or graduate school.  Deadline March 1, 2008. Southern Scholarship Foundation - Room and board for FOUR years at selected colleges. See application for details. Deadline for Spring '09 term is 11/1/08.  Click on Future Students. Deadline for Fall '08 term is 3/1/08. Apply EARLY! If you miss the deadline, please still apply, you'll be considered. Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, Inc. - Applicants must be son/daughter of U.S. Marine  meeting certain requirements or the grandchild of a U.S. Marine who served in certain division or squadrons.  Must also be graduating high school senior.  Family adjusted gross income must be less than $61,000. FAFSA form required, certificate of service for qualifying parent or grandparent, transcripts, essay, photograph. Deadline for 2008 HS grads is March 3, 2008. Sammy Awards - Got Milk? - The got milk?/Milk Mustache campaign, in partnership with USA Today recognizes 25 high school senior student athletes nationwide with a $7,500 scholarship for achievements in academics, athletics, community service and leadership and is kicking off the 2008 Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) awards.  2008-2009 athletes only.  Online application only.  Students may apply - Coaches and teachers may nominate at this link. Deadline: March 7, 2008. American Legion Auxiliary - National President's Scholarship - Awarded to children of veterans who served in the Armed Forces during certain eligibility dates for the American Legion..  Senior and Minimum 50 hours of Community Service hours needed.  Deadline 3/1/08 to local American Legion President for consideration. FASFEPA - $1000 for Person entering Studies in the Field of Arts or Sciences in Education for Fall 2007.  Application,  resume', essay, two letters of recommendation must be submitted to Guidance before March 10, 2008.  Due to Bartow by March 31, 2008.   Applications in the Career Lab. James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship - The applicant must be a son, daughter or grandchild of a Teamster member.  Top 15% of senior class.  Applications now available online.  Deadline March 30, 2008 DeVry University - Scholarships range from full-tuition to $1000 per semester.  If you are thinking of DeVry, apply early and be eligible for these scholarships.  Deadline in March 2008. The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) - AMDA is accepting applications and holding auditions for enrollment in Los Angeles and New York City for studies beginning in Fall 2008 and Spring 2009.  Scholarships available to those who qualify.  Students must apply and audition for admission to AMDA.  Audition dates TBA. Delta Kappa Gamma Society - Delta Beta Chapter of Lakeland is an organization of women educators.  Each year they offer a grant of at least $1000.00 to a young woman who plans to pursue teaching as a career.  DEADLINE March 11th to Career Lab to be sent FREE by Mrs. Roberts.  Two letters of recommendation, official transcripts, interview, and two essays: a) Why I plan to enter the teaching profession and b) What distinguishes me from other applicants for this award. Sunridge Junior Women's Club of Auburndale Community Service Scholarship -  $250 award - Female student, graduating senior, 3.0 GPA or higher, U.S. Citizen, resident of Polk County, FL.  Application, Essay and transcript required. Applications in Career Lab.  Deadline March 15, 2008. William J. English Scholarship - Any senior with at least a 2.5 GPA who will be attending a Florida public or private college and is planning to major in a computer science/information technology related field, may apply.  Deadline: March 15, 2008. FAEDS (Florida Association of Educational Data Systems) is awarding $2,000 scholarships to selected high school seniors , college students, and teachers pursuing computer related educations. Deadline March 15, 2008 The Bailey Family Foundation - Haines City High School Seniors  with at least a 2.5 GPA, demonstrate financial need, write a short essay about yourself.  $5000 award.  Apply online.  Deadline March 15, 2008. Ayn Rand Scholarship - Freshman & Sophomores:  "Anthem"  Awards range from $30 - $2,000. See website for essay topics and specific essay requirements. Deadline March 20, 2008.  Read the book NOW - Write the essay LATER! Florida Association of Realtors Scholarship Essay Contest - 500 word or less essay required:  "How Does a Realtor Professional Benefit the Community?"  Prizes at local, state, and national levels. All essays, along with an official Essay Cover Form, must be submitted no later than Friday, March 20, 2008. Orphan Foundation of America -  Applicants must have been in public or private foster care for a minimum of 12 months at the time of their 18th birthday.  Applicants may NOT have been adopted after foster care.  Deadline March 31, 2008. The Heart of Florida Foundation Scholarship Fund -  Don't miss out on this important annual application that assists several