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Counselor Corner & Scholarships

Contacting the Guidance Counselor

by Carol Braun | Monday, May 12, 2008

To contact Mrs. Patty Goes, Counselor for Southern Public Schools, use the following email address link:   Patty Goes read more Feedback

 

Links to Area Colleges

Patty Goes | March 18, 2003

Four Year Colleges Bellevue University Clarkson College College of Saint Mary Creighton University Chadron State Concordia College Dana College . . . read more

ACT Scores for UNL

by Carol Braun | March 10, 2010

Any Junior who is planning to "maybe" attend UNL .. admissions office has changed their policy.  They will only accept ACT scores directly from the ACT company.  You must put UNL as one of your five colleges to send scores when you . . . read more Feedback

American Legion Scholarships

April 25th

by Carol Braun | March 10, 2010

The local Legion organizations are offering several scholarships to our local students.  The guidelines are located in the guidance office.  Deadline is April 25 and application packets should be given to Pam Gerdes. read more Feedback

Blue Valley Pork Producer Scholarship

April 15

by Carol Braun | March 10, 2010

Blue Valley Pork Producers are offering a $300 scholarship to seniors who are interested in pursuing a degree in the agricultural field. Deadline is April 15. read more Feedback

FBLA - Red Cross Scholarship

May 1

by Carol Braun | March 10, 2010

FBLA is sponsoring a scholarship for seniors who have volunteered for two years with the Red Cross.  This requires an essay and the deadline is May 1.  Pick up the applications in Mrs. Goes office. read more Feedback

Gage County Ag Society Scholarship

March 15

by Carol Braun | March 10, 2010

Seniors who have participated in any of the activities sponsored by the Gage County AG Society may apply for their scholarship if you also hold at least a 2.0 GPA.  Deadline to apply is March 15. read more Feedback

UNK Musci Business Major

by Carol Braun | March 10, 2010

UNK has a major for those of you who love music and also business.  Look into the Music Business major read more Feedback

United States Service Academies

by Carol Braun | March 8, 2010

Juniors who are interested in the US Service Academy should attend the Service Academy Day on March 27th. Representative Jeff Fortenberry is hosting this event in Lincoln from 9 to noon at the Nebraska Air National Guard.  Register by . . . read more Feedback

Ak-Sar-Ben Scholarship Program

March 15

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

The Knights of AK-SAR-BEN  Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2010 Ak-Sar-Ben Ike Freedman Student and Teacher leadership Awards and the 2010 Community College Scholarship. Applications are available online at . . . read more Feedback

Beatrice Area Retired School Personnel Scholarship

March 16

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

Seniors interested in the teaching field need to apply for the Area Retired School personnel Scholarship. Deadline is March 16.  Applications are in the guidance office. read more Feedback

Career Academy Classes

March 26

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

Students wanting to enroll in one of the career academies for next Fall need to get their applications submitted to Mrs. Goes before March 26 read more Feedback

Cloud County (Junior Day)

April 15

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

Junior Day at Cloud County is April 15th from 9a.m. to 1p.m. Seniors planning to attend Cloud County should enroll and take the Compass test during the month of April. read more Feedback

Creative Center Open House

March 20

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

The Creative Center in Omaha is having an Open House on March 20th from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. read more Feedback

Scc Fall Classes Online

April 15

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

SCC has announced their preliminary fall course schedule for optic fiber and on line college classes.  All paperwork needs to be submitted through Mrs. Goes by April 15.  You may look at these classes in Room 104 or 105 read more Feedback

United States Service Academies

November 1

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

Juniors who are considering apply for a United State Service Academy need to have all parts of the application completed by October 31, 2010 if you want to be accepted for July 2011 entry. read more Feedback

VHS Scholarship

March 15

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

Seniors who have taken a VHS course should apply for their scholarship.  Two $1000 and two $500 scholarships are being awarded.  Deadline is March 15, 2010 read more Feedback

Youth Conservation Corps

June 1

by Carol Braun | March 3, 2010

The Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) Program introduces young adults, 15-18 years of age, to work experiences and the National Park Service.  This is  a summer job program that pays $7.25 per hour.  40 hours per week between June . . . read more Feedback

Bryan LGH College of Health Sciences

June 1

by Carol Braun | March 1, 2010

Bryan LGH College of Health Sciences is hosing their Exploration Day on March 27 from 9 a.m. to ?  Families and students are encouraged to attend and need to call their office to reserve a spot for the day.  1 -800-742-7844 ext . . . read more Feedback

Learn Money Management

by Carol Braun | February 23, 2010

Juniors and Seniors....take a few minutes to learn about money management and earn entries to win one of twenty-six $500 scholarships. visit www.nslpflonline.org/nebraska to learn more.  Drawings are held monthly through May 2010. . . . read more Feedback

Lincoln Builders Bureau Scholarship

April 1

by Carol Braun | February 23, 2010

The Lincoln Builders Bureau is offering a scholarship to member company employees and their children.  Apply for this $750 scholarship by April 1, 2010. If you are not sure if you qualify go to the website www.buildersbureau.com to check . . . read more Feedback

Pathways at Peru State College

by Carol Braun | February 23, 2010

Peru State college office of admissions is inviting sophomores and juniors to the Pathways@Peru State college on March 26.  This is an opportunity to learn more about Peru State College and attend sessions about a variety of majors you . . . read more Feedback

Farmers Cooperative Scholarship

April 27th

by Carol Braun | February 19, 2010

Farmers Cooperative will award a $400 scholarship to one graduating senior that will be attending college as a full time student majoring in agriculture or an agricultural related field.  Parents must be active members of Farmers . . . read more Feedback

Nebraska Cooperative Council Education Foundation Scholarship Program

April 15

by Carol Braun | February 19, 2010

Nebraska Cooperative Council Education Foundation has announced their scholarship program in honor of Michael S. Turner.  Up to $950 scholarships for UNL students, $650 for Nebraska College of Technical Ag at Curtis, and $650 Chadron . . . read more Feedback

Career Academy Classes

by Carol Braun | February 16, 2010

Sophomores and Juniors who are interested in the career academies next year, need to complete an application. They are in the guidance office. read more Feedback

Carriage House Foundation Scholarship

April 2

by Carol Braun | February 16, 2010

The Carriage House Foundation is pleased to announce the continuation of its scholarship program for students interested in attending one of Nebraska's Community Colleges to study in an automotive related field.  Applications are in the . . . read more Feedback

Violet Chapter #105 Eastern Star Scholarship

April 1

by Carol Braun | February 16, 2010

Violet Chapter #105 Order of Eastern Star is offering two $500 scholarships to graduating seniors.  They may be used at any college.  All males and females are eligible.  Application forms are in the guidance office and must be . . . read more Feedback

Cosgrove Music Scholarship

March 15

by Carol Braun | February 8, 2010

Cosgrove Music Club has announced  their $400 scholarship for seniors planning to enter the music field in either vocal on instrumental music.  Deadline to apply is March 15th. read more Feedback

Sigma Phi Epsilon Scholarships

March 15

by Carol Braun | February 8, 2010

The Nebraska Alpha Chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon will be awarding two $1000 scholarships to male high school students planning to attend  UNL.  Applications are due March 15.. read more Feedback

Cappex.com

by Carol Braun | February 5, 2010

Juniors you can begin to kick start your search for scholarships by registering at cappex.com.  You will find helpful worksheets at this site. read more Feedback

Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute

by Carol Braun | February 5, 2010

Seniors and Juniors who are interested in Agriculture should look into attending the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute in Lincoln from July 6-10.  Information is found on their website. www.agr.ne.gov/nayi/nayi.htm read more Feedback

Davis/Chambers Scholarship

April 1

by Carol Braun | February 3, 2010

The 2010-11 Davis/Chambers Scholarship application is available for students who have knowledge or experience living in a diverse community or organization.  It can be used for any Nebraska community college and the deadline is April 1. read more Feedback

Gus Swansen Memorial Scholarship

April 15

by Carol Braun | February 3, 2010

One $500 scholarship will be awarded to a 2010 graduate in honor of Gus Swanson, the founder of the Swanson Russel marketing firm.  Seniors must be going into one of these areas:  advertising, marketing, mass communication, . . . read more Feedback

Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship

April 10

by Carol Braun | February 3, 2010

UNL chapter of Phi Delta Kappa is offering two $250 scholarships to high school seniors planning to enter the field of teaching in elementary, middle school, secondary, special education or ELL. This scholarship is due April 9, 2010. . . . read more Feedback

RMEL Scholarship

by Carol Braun | February 3, 2010

The RMEL Foundation is currently accepting applications for its 2010 education scholarships.  Engineering or Electrical Industry are the careers they support.  Deadline is March 12, 2010. read more Feedback

The Alliance for a Healthier Generation

by Carol Braun | February 3, 2010

Looking for youth leaders to inspire healthy living! The Alliance for a Healthier Generation is searching for a select group of young people to serve on our Youth Advisory Board (for 2010-2011) and roll up their sleeves for a few hours a . . . read more Feedback

Joseph and Ruth Zolot Goldberg Memorial Scholarship & Zella B. Cooper Scholarship

April 1

by Carol Braun | February 2, 2010

Check out the Joseph D and Ruth Zolot Goldberg (top half of your class) memorial scholarship and the Dale J and Zella B Cooper Scholarship (B grade point average). Both of these scholarships are due April 1. read more Feedback

Nebraska Coaches Scholarship

March 26

by Carol Braun | February 2, 2010

Seniors - who are athletes and have lettered in two sports and in the top 25% of your graduating class and earned at least a 25 on the ACT, please apply for the Nebraska Coaches Association Scholar Athlete Award. Deadline to apply is March . . . read more Feedback

Nebraska Legal Proffessionals Association Scholarship

March 31

by Carol Braun | February 2, 2010

The Nebraska Legal Professionals Association will award its annual $1250 scholarship to a Nebraska High School, college or business school student who wishes to pursue a degree in law or legal support field.  A 2.5 GPA is the minimum . . . read more Feedback

PEO Scholarship

May 1

by Carol Braun | February 2, 2010

The local PEO Chapter Q - is once again offering a $150 scholarship to a female of Southern High School with a GPA of 2.5 and has community involvement and a church affiliation or be involved in church activities. A resume must be included. . . . read more Feedback

The James M. Cox Scholarship

April 16th

by Carol Braun | February 2, 2010

Seniors - The James Cox Foundation has announced their scholarship program for seniors. Deadline to apply is April 15. FAFSA must be completed to apply. read more Feedback

The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation

by Carol Braun | February 2, 2010

Seniors - The Susan Thompson Buffet Foundation offers many scholarships up to $3200 per semester. Go the website for more information. www.buffetscholarships.org read more Feedback

James Cox Scholarship

by Carol Braun | January 26, 2010

The James Cox Foundation has announced their scholarship program for seniors.  Deadline to apply is April 15.   The FAFSA must be completed to apply. read more Feedback

Peru State College Music Scholarships

March 12

by Carol Braun | January 26, 2010

Peru State College has two excellent scholarships for students interested in music.  Clements Band Scholarship for $2000 or $500 and the Helen Naeve Douglas Music Scholarship for or $500.  Deadline to apply is March 12 with a . . . read more Feedback

PEO Scholarship

May 1

by Carol Braun | January 25, 2010

The local PEO Chapter Q is once again offering a $150 scholarship to a female of Southern High School with a GPA of 2.5 and has community involvement and a church affiliation or be involved in church activities.  A resume must be . . . read more Feedback

Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship

March 15

by Carol Braun | January 22, 2010

Kohl's would like to announce their Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship program.  Apply online at www.kohlskids.com between Feb 1 and March 15. read more Feedback

Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity

May 1

by Carol Braun | January 22, 2010

UNL fraternity Sigma Phi Epsilon  is offering a scholarship of $1000.  Applicants need not join the fraternity.  Deadline to apply is April 30 read more Feedback

Gathering FAFSA Documents for College Funding

by Carol Braun | January 15, 2010

Gathering FAFSA documents The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) became available on January 1. It is important to complete the form and submit as soon as possible, as financial aid is provided on a first-come, first-served . . . read more Feedback

The Nebraska School Counselor Association Scholarship

March 31

by Carol Braun | January 12, 2010

The Nebraska School Counselor Association has announced their scholarship program.  One award of $500 will be given to a senior with the winning essay. Deadline is March 31, 2010.  Applications are in the guidance office. read more Feedback

ESA Foundation Scholarships

by Carol Braun | January 6, 2010

The ESA Foundation has 25 plus scholarships available for Nebraska students. Applications may be obtained from the Foundation Website: www.esaintl.com/esaf Students may apply for no more than three (3) of the scholarships. These . . . read more Feedback

Big Red Summer Academic Camps

by Carol Braun | December 15, 2009

Nebraska Extension is offering Big Red Summer Academic Camps for students (grades 9-12) who are interested in Vet Sciences, filmmaking, companion animals, unicameral youth legislature, culinary arts, fashion design and natural resources. . . . read more Feedback

Collegebound Nebraska

by Carol Braun | December 15, 2009

University of Nebraska has announced a program called Collegebound Nebraska. This program promises students that if you are a Nebraska resident who meets admission requirements for the University system and if you are eligible for the . . . read more Feedback

Selective Service

by Carol Braun | December 15, 2009

Men ages 18-25 should register with the selective service online at www.sss.gov read more Feedback

Eduquest & NLP Scholarship

by Carol Braun | December 11, 2009

EducationQuest Foundation is pleased to promote an opportunity that will help your students learn money management skills and possibly win a $500 college scholarship! The opportunity comes from NSLP, a private, nonprofit agency . . . read more Feedback

Raise Your ACT Score

by Carol Braun | December 10, 2009

John Baylor Test Prep is often the 'best paying job a high school student will ever have.' In-state colleges and universities: most students can get in without ACT Preparation, but increasing that score can mean thousands of dollars . . . read more Feedback

Kansas City Art Institute

by Tricia Woutzke | December 7, 2009

The digital media department at the Kansas City Art Institute gives students skills in electronic game design art, motion graphics, visual effects and 3-D design and modeling. See Mrs. Goes for details if you are interested. read more Feedback

Seniors

March 16, 2010

by Tricia Woutzke | December 7, 2009

Any seniors who are interested in becoming a teacher see Mrs. Goes about getting the Beatrice Area Retired School Personnel Scholarship. One scholarship is available for those interested in teaching. The amount is approximately $500; . . . read more Feedback

American Legion Scholarships

by Carol Braun | November 25, 2009

The American Legion has several scholarship opportunities nationwide. Check out their website at www.legion.org/needa lift read more Feedback

Vocational Rehabilitation

For Students and Parents

by Carol Braun | November 24, 2009

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION: If you are a student or adult with a permanent physical, mental or learning condition or a parent looking for employment options for your qualifying student – VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION may be able to . . . read more Feedback

Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship

April 1

by Carol Braun | October 27, 2009

Seniors planning to enter the teaching field may apply for the Delta Kappa Gamma Grant in Aid for $250. It is due April 1, 2010 and must have a school recommendation. read more Feedback

Merlyn Anderson Memorial 4-H Scholarship

March 15

by Carol Braun | October 22, 2009

Seniors interested in ag studies or closely associated field should apply for the Merlyn Anderson scholarship. Deadline is March 15, 2010 read more Feedback

SCS Advantage Program

by Carol Braun | October 19, 2009

This program guarantees that first-time freshmen who receive federal Pell Grants will pay no tuition while attending Chadron, Peru or Wayne State College. A participant must be a Nebraska resident, a federal Pell Grant recipient, a new . . . read more Feedback

Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program

by Carol Braun | October 19, 2009

This partnership between Chadron, Peru and Wayne State Colleges and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides tuition and fees assistance to eligible military veterans. More information can be found at www.nscs.edu and click on the . . . read more Feedback

Helpful sights for colleges and scholarships

by Tricia Woutzke | October 15, 2009

Two websites that will help you with colleges and scholarships are Schoolsoup.com and www.scholarships.com  read more Feedback

Kansas City Art Institute

by Carol Braun | October 12, 2009

The Kansas City Art Institute is a four year private independent college of art and design. They offer a BFA (bachelors degree in fine arts) animation, art history, ceramics, creative writing, digital filmmaking, digital media, fiber, . . . read more Feedback

Health Management Careers

by Carol Braun | October 8, 2009

Students interested in Health Management Careers….visit www.healthmanagementcareers.org to see what possibilities are in this career choice read more Feedback

College of Hair Design

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

by Tricia Woutzke | October 2, 2009

The fall open house for the College of Hair Design is Wednesday, November 4, 2009 and the spring open house is on April 7, 2010. Both Junior and Seniors and their parents are welcome to attend. read more Feedback

Ayn Rand Education Institute Essay Contest

March 20

by Carol Braun | September 29, 2009

The Ayn Rand Education Institute has announced their essay contests for students in grades 8-12. Anthem is the book that students in grades 8-10 must read and the entry deadline is March 20, 2010. The Fountainhead is the book that students . . . read more Feedback

Midwest Student Exchange Program

by Carol Braun | September 29, 2009

The Midwest Student Exchange Program is a tuition reduction program that makes attending out of state colleges and universities more affordable. Visit http://msep.mhec.org for more information. read more Feedback

Seniors - Have you tried these college scholarship sites?

by Carol Braun | September 29, 2009

Seniors: Have you tried these scholarship search sites? www.scholarshipmonkey.com Schoolsoup.com Scholarships.com Collegeboard.com scholarship quest at EducationQuest.org ScholarshipExperts.com read more Feedback

Bryan LGH College of Health Sciences

October 3rd

by Tricia Woutzke | September 3, 2009

Bryan LGH College of Health Sciences Fall Exploration Day, Saturday, October 3rd. Application for deadlines for Bachelor of Science in Nursing are February 1st for fall 2010 and June 1st for Spring 2011. Students should apply as soon as . . . read more Feedback

Nebraska High School Oratorical Scholarship Contest

by Megan Johnson | September 3, 2009

The American Legion is offering scholarships to winners of  a "Constitutional Speech Contest."  You compete at a district level, then state level, then at national level in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Scholarships are anywhere . . . read more Feedback

Americanism Essay Contest

March 15, 2010

by Megan Johnson | September 2, 2009

The American Legion Auxiliary - Department of Nebraska is offering $100 - $500 , citations, and plaques to winners of the Americanism Essay Contest for grades 3-12.  You must compose an essay with the theme "What is My Patriotic Role . . . read more Feedback

ACT Student Newsletter

by Carol Braun | April 3, 2009

ACT provides this monthly newsletter to inform students and their parents about college and career planning. ACT is a not-for-profit organization that serves millions of people in schools, colleges, professional associations, businesses . . . read more Feedback

School Soup Scholarship Web site

by Carol Braun | March 26, 2009

 SchoolSoup.com - World's Largest Scholarship Database   SchoolSoup has more scholarships than any other source in existence - and millions of scholarships are still availables.  SchoolSoup has the . . . read more Feedback

U.S. Department of Education College Prep Site

College Information and Preparting for College

by Carol Braun | September 24, 2008

The U.S. Department of Education has launched www.college.gov < http://www.college.gov > , a new website that aims to motivate students with inspirational stories and information about planning, preparing and paying for college. . . . read more Feedback

Smart Driver Classes

Winter 0-07

by Kelsey Schiebur | September 5, 2006

Need Stop Classes to clean up your driving record?  Certified by the Department of Motor Vehicles, these classes are designed  to apply fundamental traffic law in the avoidance of collision. Can be applied towards: . . . read more Feedback

Peru State College Early Entry and On Line Programs

Every Student Awarded a Scholarship

by Carol Braun | April 7, 2006

A cooperative program between Peru State College and area high schools in southeast Nebraska and adjacent states that gives qualified high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to take college credit courses prior to full-time college . . . read more Feedback

FastWeb

by Carol Braun | May 6, 2005

Find money for college! Search 600,000 scholarships worth over $1 billion. Get expert tips on financial aid, careers and more! Find your dream school with personalized matching against over 4,000 colleges. Get recruited by . . . read more Feedback

Education Quest Website

by Whitney Breunsbach | September 2, 2004

Education Quest is a great website for college information.  It has links for college planning, financial aid information, scholarships, college profiles, and more. Visit www.educationquest.org/featfairs.asp to find links to . . . read more Feedback

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