Lassiter School Counseling Blog

The Pearl Foundation & Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

A schoalarship is offered to an African-American female who resides in Cobb County based on a minimum 2.75 GPA, demonstrated leadership, community service projects and financial need.  Applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due by February 24th.

Alpha Delta Kappa - Teacher Organization Scholarship

A scholarship is offered to a senior planning to major in Education.  Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.  Applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due April 13, 2012.

 

 

Cobb Schools Foundation - Tippins Scholarship

Two Lassiter seniors will receive this scholarship! Each year the Cobb Schools Foundation awards 2 - $1,000 scholarships to students attending each of the 16 Cobb County High Schools who demonstrate (1) involvement in extracurricular/community activities, (2) leadership traits, and (3) academic success.  Applications are available at http://cobbschoolsfoundation.org/grants_index.htm Applications must be postmarked on or before February 29, 2012.

 Kathleen C. Spicer Scholarship Fund

Kathleen C Spicer was an attorney who practiced law in Cobb County. Mrs. Spicer established a Trust to award scholarships to Cobb County students who have attained scholastic excellence and achievements in high school. Applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due May 31, 2012.

 

East Cobb Lions Club Scholarship

One Lassiter senior will receive up to a $1,000 scholarship from the East Cobb Lions Club! This scholarship may be used for Georgia colleges and universities only.  Two applications from Lassiter seniors will be selected by the Lassiter Scholarship Committee to apply for this scholarship. Applications are avialable in the School Counseling Office and are due Monday - February 6, 2012.

Margie Hatfield Scholarship

The East Cobb County Council PTA sponsors the Margie Hatfield Scholarship to honor her years of service and dedication.  One Lassiter student will be awarded $1,000 based on the application criteria: service oriented projects (40%), leadership & honors (20%), essay (15%), references (10%) following instructions (5%), and GPA (10%).  Applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due February 15th.

Better Business Bureau - Student of Integrity Scholarship

Applications for the Student of Integrity Scholarship have been extended to February 6, 2012.  Applications are still available in the School Counseling Office.

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Scholarship

A $1,000 scholarship is offered to an African-American male to assist in college expenses.  Based on recommendations, grade point average and SAT/ACT scores, applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due March 9, 2012.

AES Engineering Scholarship

The consulting firm of AES Engineers offers a $500 scholarship based on one essay question.  Visit http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm before the deadline - October 5, 2012.

Georgia Scholar

Applications for the Georgia Scholar are available in the School Counseling Office. Based on academics, extra-curricular activities and leadership, this is a recognition only award.  Applications are due to the School Counseling Office by February 4, 2012.

National College Fair - February 12th

The National College Fair will be held on Sunday - February 12, 2012 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Exhibit Hall B2.  Representatives from 32 state colleges and universities will set up exhibition booths.  For a list of college exhibitors and registration - visit www.nationalcollegefairs.org

Summer Programs

Summer Immersion Camp at North Georgia College

For the second year, North Georgia College and State University will host Georgia's premier language immersion camp and Federal Service Academy.  This 3 week camp provides immersion instruction in beginning Arabic, Chinese, Korean, German and Russian, as well as advanced French.  Even if these languages are not taught at your school, there are likely students in your class who are particularly interested in studying languages and cultures, and who would thrive in this innovative language environment.  These students would not only learn the basics of a new language, they would also return to the classroom more engaged and excited about language learning. Details of the program are available at www.northgeoriga.edu/summeracademy

 

2012 Shell Oil Company Technical Scholarship

Shell Oil Company sponsors up to 20 one-year awards of $2,500 for graduating high school seniors enrolling in engineering and geosciences at universities identified by Shell.  This scholarship focuses on developing talent in the engineering and geoscience fields.  Applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due February 28, 2012.

Kids Who Care Awards

Five students will receive a $1,100 scholarship - based on the difference they made in the community.  Sponsored by the Junior League of Atlanta and 11 Alive Television, log onto http://www.11alive.com/life/community/story/aspx?storyid=29076 for more information and an application.  Applications are due February 15, 2012.

Summer Programs

Cushing Summer Sessions

Cushing Summer Session offers programs for rising 9th through 12th graders in College Prep, Critical Skills and English as a Second Language as well as programs in Visual and Performing Arts, Enrichment and Athletics.  Check out the programs at www.cushing.org/summer.

 

Alice Dodd Memorial Scholarship - Community Service

The purpose of this scholarship is to assist a senior who has an outstanding record of community service in pursuing higher education.  The first place scholarship award is $1,200.  Applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due by January 31, 2012.

Bobby Dodd Memorial Scholarship - Community Service for a Physically Challenged Student

The purpose of this scholarship is to assist a physically challenged senior who has an outstanding record of community service in pursuing higher education.  The first place scholarship award is for $1,200. Applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due by January 31, 2012.

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund

Janice Scott was one of 125 individuals who perished in the Pentagon when terrorists crashed American Airlines Flight 77 into the building of the Pentagon on September 11, 2001.  In memory of Mrs. Scott, a $2,500 scholarship is offered to seniors.  Applications are available in the School Counseling Office and are due by March 31, 2012.

 

UGA - Scholarships for Students Fluent in Spanish

The Goizueta Foundation offers 3 different scholarships at the University of Georgia for students fluent in Spanish; the Goizueta Foundation Scholarship awards $7,500.00 per year for first year students who have demonstrated leadership; The Goizueta Foundation Opportunity Scholarship awards $4,000.00 per year to students with strong academic accomplishments; The Goizueta Foundation Scholarships awards $3,000.00. Applications can be found at https://www.admissions.uga.edu/article/spanish and are due December 15, 2011.

UGA - Young Scholars Intership Program

The Young Scholars Program is a six week summer intership for high school students interested in science, agriculture or engineering.  High school students have the opportunity to earn money for six weeks during the summer working with animals, plants, insects, machinery, scientific lab equipment, etc.  The program is open to students that have finished their sophomore year, juniors and seniors and are 16 by June 1st.  For more information visit http://www.ysp.caes.uga.edu/

 

 

Better Business Bureau - Student of Integrity Scholarships

Information and applications are available at www.atlanta.bbb.org or at http://atlanta.bbb.org/2012 for the Student of Integrity Scholarships. Six students will be chosen to receive the scholarships.

Banson NYC Fashion Summer Camps

Banson NYC offers NYC Fashion Summer Camps for teens entering 9th through 12th grades.  Week-long sessions will teach students the fundamentals of the fashion industry.  For dates and more information about the camp - log onto www.bansonnyc.org

 

Gates Millennium Scholars Program

The Gates Millennium Scholars Program provides outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American students an opportunity to complete an undergraduate degree.  To be considered students must: be a citizen or permanent resident, have at least a 3.3 unweighted GPA, have demonstrated leadership and meet Federal Pell Grant eligibility.  Check with the School Counseling Office for an application to submit by January 10, 2012.

Robertson Scholars Program

The Robertson Scholars Program at Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill award eighteen full scholarships at Duke and eighteen full scholarships at UNC based on an outstanding academic record, character and demonstrated leadership.  Visit www.robertsonscholars.org to learn more about the program.

Georgia Apply to College Month - Fee Waiver

Georgia Perimeter College (GPC) and Gainesville State College are celebrating Georgia Apply to College Month by waiving the $20 - $25 application fee for applications completed online at www.gacollege411.org starting Tuesday, November 1st through Monday, November 7th, 2011.

Univision Scholarship Application

Applications are available on November 1st for this scholarship at www.eselmomento.com for all Latino students, including undocumented students.

Cooperative & Work-Integrated Education

Cooperative education could be a key factor in choosing a college.  The School Counseling Office has the 2011-2012 Resource Guide - The Best of Co-Op: A Guide to Leading Colleges and Employers in the Career Center.  A $6,000 merit scholarship is available.

Summer Program at Vanderbilt University - PAVE

Juniors in the top of the class are offered the opportunity to explore a major and career in engineering, the sciences, other technology based areas and the humanities at Vanderbilt this summer.  To be nominated for the program, juniors should see their school counselor.

Emory Scholars

Emory University offers scholarships based on academic merit to a select group of incoming first-year students.  Emory Scholars represent an impressive array of academic, cultural and extracurricular interests and achievements.  Most have been National Merit finalists or semifinalists and almost all have won distinction beyond the classroom, including national awards in music, languages, science, mathematics, or other fields.  They have held principal leadership offices in their secondary schools, served as editors of school newspapers and yearbooks, earned distinction in scouting and similar organizations and played significant roles in community and volunteer programs.  Recipients of the Emory Scholars awards receive scholarships renewable for four years of undergraduate study, provided they maintain high standards of personal and academic excellence.  Scholarships range from two-thirds tuition awards to full-cost scholarships. 

 Lassiter may nominate 4 seniors to apply for the scholarship.  Bring your completed Student Profile to your school counselor to be considered for the nomination by Friday - October 7th.

Goizueta Scholar (Emory University)

Goizueta Scholars have all of the attributes listed above, but should demonstrate an interest in business through participation in entrepreneurial activities, internships, business clubs, business-related conferences and competitions and community service. Lassiter may nominate one senior to apply for the scholarship.  Bring your completed Student Profile to your school counselor to be considered for the nomination by Friday - October 7th.

Youth Council Summit

The Cobb Alcohol Taskforce is holding its annual Youth Council Summit on October 29th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students can register at www.cobbat.org for this youth facilitated leadership training opportunity which highlights ways youth can educate and motivate adults to prevent underage and youth binge drinking.  Free giveaways, interactive sessions and lunch provided.

Fifth Third Bank & 680theFan Scholarship

Wow! Each week a high school student's application will be drawn to win a $1680 scholarship thru the football season (August 29 - December 12). At the end of the 16 weeks, one of the weekly winners will then be qualified to win the grand prize scholarship of $5,300 on behalf of Fifth Third Bank.  Students 16 years or older can apply by downloading an application at www.680theFan.com or pick up an application at Fifth Third Bank.  Applications must be turned into the bank.