!!IMPORTANT FAFSA CHANGE!!
The US Dept. of Education has notified MHS that we will no longer receive bundles of printed FAFSA forms. Students must request a copy sent to their mail address beginning January 1, 2009, by calling 1-800-433-3243. Allow 3-7 business days for your form to arrive.
Using the on-line form is preferred. It is faster and because of live help, applicants are less likely to make a mistake that slows down the process in back-and-forth "snail mail." The link is at the top of this page. You can apply for your PIN number before January 1, 2009. However, the FAFSA site will not be active for entering financial information until January 1, 2009.
~~~REGISTERING FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE~~~
(Males)
ALL MALES must register with Selective Service to be
eligible to receive federal or state financial aid, including the Tenn. Lottery scholarships. The link is at the top of this page.
SCHOLARSHIPS
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DUE TO AN ACCIDENT WHICH REQUIRED KNEE SURGERY, I HAVE BEEN OUT OF SCHOOL FROM SEPTEMBER UNTIL JANUARY. HERE IS INFORMATION THAT I HAVE RECEIVED.
April 8, 2009
UT Knoxville--Beta Theta Pi Fraternity offers a
one-time scholarship of $1,000 to one male UTK
student. Show excellence in scholarship, leader-
ship, and community service. Application is
at web.utk.edu/~beta. Must be postmarked by
July 22, 2009.
April 3, 2009
Millington Kiwanis Club--One $1000 one-time scholar-
ship to be used at technical school, university,
or community college for an MHS graduate of 2009.
Must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Must have proof of acceptance into
an educational institution and results of
ACT or SAT. Applications are in the Career
Center.Due to MR. LAXTON by April 23, 2009.
March 23, 2009
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (Dyersburg Alumnae Chapter)-
open to males as well as females of African-
American ethnicity. Mailing deadline is Apr. 18,
2009. Must be "high-achieving" with involvement
in school/community activities. No specific
GPA given. Must write a personal essay (500
words or less), fill out the application,
have an official transcript, and include
two statements of recommendation. Applications
are in the Career Center.
March 11, 2009
Rotary Club Essay/Public Speaking Scholarship--
Write a brief essay and deliver it as a speech
of 3-7 minutes at a Rotary Club Lunch on April 2,
2009. First place is $100 cash, second place is
$75 cash, and third place is $50 cash.
First place winner can compete for $1000 at the
state contest in Columbia, TN, on May 2, 2009.
Topic and other details are in the Career Center.
We must submit the essay and name of the winner
by March 27, 2009.
March 6, 2009
Student-View Scholarship--visit www.student-view.com to
complete a 15-20 minute application survey about
colleges in the area. Scholarship recipients will
be chosen by random drawing. One scholarship for
$4000; one for $1000; four for $500. No GPA or
ACT requirement. No fee to enter. Deadline is
April 22, 2009.
Paul O. Olson Memorial Scholarship--by the Volunteers
of Tipton County. One for each high school in Tipton
County worth $500. Criteria: resident of Tipton
County, pursue career preparation in a Commun-
ity Service field (law enforcement, social work,
etc.), have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, have a record
of community volunteer services and involvement in
school or church activities, must write a short essay
(1 page)"Why I Should Receive This Scholar-
ship. No form for application. Submit a resume
with signatures of adults who are aware of your
activities. Deadline to submit everything is
April 1, 2009, to Mr. Laxton.
March 5, 2009
Univ. of Memphis Eula Brown Memorial Scholarship--
Sponsored by First South Credit Union. One
scholarship for $1000. Deadline is May 1, 2009.
Criteria: US citizen, GPA of 3.0, accepted
to the U of M for 09-10 academic year, must have
an intended major in one of the colleges at the
U of M, not an immediate family member of a
First South employee. Applications are available
at www.firstsouth.com.
Celebrate Munford--scholarship information/appli-
cation are available at www.munford.com; click on
Celebrate Munford. There are no copies at MHS.
Feb. 23, 2009
Cancer Care Center--Deadline: Mar. 20, 2009. Must
have a minimum 19 on ACT and 2.5 GPA. Must write
a short answer explaining how cancer has affected
you or someone you know. Application and details:
www.cancercarecenter.org.
Univ. of Miss.--Chancellor's Leadership Class. Scholar-
ship: $1,000. For outstanding leadership in school
or community during high school. Application is
in Career Center. Must be mailed by March 16.
Feb. 17, 2009
Tenn. Technology Center at Covington--for a senior
involved in the DECA organization. Must be
nominated by the DECA sponsor. Applications
are available from Mr. Larry VanNeste or in the
Career Center. Deadline is March 31 to Mr. Laxton.
Tenn. Technology Center at Covington--Amount is $2085.
GPA required is 2.5. Applications are in the
Career Center. They are due to Mr. Laxton by
March 31,2009.
Tenn. Technological Univ. (Cookeville)--Tau Kappa
Epsilon Fraternity. Two $500 scholarships.
Applications are in the Career Center. No
deadline given.
Feb. 12, 2009
Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation--the group
which oversees various scholarships from the state
of Tennessee offers several scholarships besides
the Lottery scholarships. Go to www.tn.gov/
collegepays. Deadlines vary and are approaching
soon.
Feb. 10, 2009
MTSU Biology Dept. scholarship--based on scores on
a competitive exam over biological principles
and concepts. Two scholarships for $1500, one
for $1000 and one for $500. Exam will be given
on April 2 at MTSU. Call 615-898-2847 to
register.
UAW Labor Union Essay Contest--you do not have to
have an affiliation with UAW to enter. Deadline
is March 31. No more than 4 typed double-
spaced pages. Scholarships (4) from $2000
to $500. Details about topics, etc. are in
the Career Denter.
Jan. 23, 2009
Shelby Youth Sports--Applicant must have been properly
registered in one of the SYS track, football or
cheerleading programs. Applications are in
Career Center. Return the completed application
and a transcript to address on application
no later than Friday, March 20, 2009. Several
scholarships awarded; value from $500-$1000.
January 22, 2009
MATCU Future Educators--must be graduating in 2009
and planning to enter an accredited teacher prep.
program in college/university beginning fall 2009,
MATCU member or dependent children of MATCU member,
3.0 GPA, completion of a 300-word essay, 3 letters
of recommendation from specified adults, involvement
in community. Deadline: Mar. 1, 2009. Applications
are available for printing at www.matcu.com.
McKelvey Foundation--Complete online application by
Jan. 25, 2009. Must have owned and operated your
own business while in high school(non-profits are
eligible). Must graduate high school in spring
of 2009, attend a 4-year college within the 50
states, have at least one paid employee. Website
to apply is www.mckelveyfoundation.org.
Junior Auxiliary of Covington-Tipton County--Must be
majoring in a child-related field in college.
Other considerations: not be a recipient of a
full scholarship, have a good GPA (no number given),
be civic-minded and well-rounded. Pick up
applications in the Career Center and RETURN TO MR.
LAXTON by April 1, 2009.
SAMMY--Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year.
Deadline to apply is March 6, 2009, @bodybymilk.com.
Considerations: academic performance (35%), athletic
excellence (35%), leadership (15%), community
involvement (10%), and milk experience(5%).
Tenn. Grocers Education Foundation--Naifeh Memorial
Scholarship--$1000 one-time award, must rank in the
top 25% of the graduating class. Selection committee
reviews students' academic records, test scores,
extracurricular activities, employment, community
activities, leadership potential. Applications
are in the Career Center. RETURN THEM TO MR.
LAXTON FOR COMPLETION BY FEB. 5, 2009.
Tenn. Grocers Education Foundation--Turner Dairies
Scholarships: available for employees of Turner
or dependent children of employees. Applications
are in the Career Center. RETURN THEM TO MR. LAXTON
for completion BY FEB. 5, 2009.
Tenn. Grocers Education Foundation--Tenn. Grocers and
Convenience Store Assoc. Selection committee
evaluates academic records, test scores, extra-
curricular activities, employment, and recommend-
ations. Must be a part-time employee of a TGCSA
store or a dependent of a full-time employee.
Applications are in Career Center. RETURN THEM TO
MR. LAXTON BY FEB. 5, 2009, for completion.
KFC Colonel's Scholars Program--Student must
graduate by 8/31/09, have a 2.75 or higher GPA,
enroll in a public, in-state college/university
in fall 2009, be pursuing a bachelor's degree, be
a US citizen or permanent resident. Apply on-line:
www.kfcscholars.org until Feb.10, 2009.
Sept. 5, 2008
Naval Reserve Officer Training Corp--Value is up to
$180,000 over 4 years. Pays tuition, fees, books,
etc. and a monthly stipend. Must have an ACT 21
on Math and 22 in English OR be in top 10% of
class. Applications are at https://www.nrotc.
navy.mil. Can be used at over 100 schools.
Under no obligation to accept if chosen.
More details in the Career Center.
Gates Millennium Scholars--must be from ethnic
minority, must be eligible for a federal Pell
Grant, must show leadership in community or
school activities, must have a 3.3 GPA.
Come to the Career Center if interested.
SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes--
Chosen by random drawing. One winner every
two weeks. Begin registering Sept. 15, 2008,
through May 15, 2009. You may register again
after each drawing for the next drawing unless
you win. No requirement for GPA or financial
report. Go to www.offtocollege.info.
Nat'l Assoc. of Secondary School Principals--
Up to $12,000. Requirements: demonstration
of leadership skills, participation in
service organizations and clubs, achievement
in arts and sciences, employment experience,
and academic performance. Come to the Career
Center for details. Deadline is Nov. 20, 2008.
Prudential Spirit of America--must have been engaged
in a volunteer project in your community over the
last year. Deadlne is Oct. 24, 2008, for
local signature. Apply and get more info. at
www.prudential.com/spirit.
Aug. 28, 2008
U of Tenn. Martin--Leaders-In-Residence Scholarships
for Senior Class President, Student Council
President, NHS President, State Officer in a
Club. Details are in the Career Center.
U. of Tenn,. Martin--Harold Conner Scholars .
Qualifications: under-represented high
school graduates of Tenn. high school, ACT-21,
GPA-3.25. Renewable for 4 years. Amount--
$500-$3000. Details in Career Center.
National DAR--Holt Nursing Scholarship. Deadline:
Feb. 15. Information is in the Career Center.
National DAR--Hamilton Scholarship--must attend Univ.
of the Ozarks. Deadline is April 15. Details
are in the Career Center.
National DAR--Lillian/Arthur Dunn Scholarship.
Parent must be a member of NSDAR. Deadline:
Feb. 15. Details are in the Career Center.
Tenn. DAR--TSDAR Scholarship. Value: $2500.
Must attend an accredited school that grants a
degree. Deadline: Dec. 10. Details in Career
Center.
Tenn. DAR--Ellen Davies Rodgers/Zachary Rodgers
Scholarship. Value:$750. Must be a full-time
college student. Deadline: Dec. 10. Details
in the Career Center.
Tenn. DAR--American History Scholarship. Value: $1000
Must attend an accredited college/university
granting a degree. Must have a course of
college study with a minimum of 24 credit hours
in US History and US Government. Deadline: Dec.10.
Details in the Career Center.
Air Force ROTC Leadership Scholarships: Go to
http://www.afrotc.com. Deadline is Dec. 1.
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