Seniors

Seniors have you been looking at your college portals? Please check them every three days the colleges may be requesting more information such as transcript; test scores and immunization information.

Naviance College connections for High School Students

Logging into Family connection

1.     Go to www.naviance.com

2.     Click on  "Sign In" and then click on "Student and Families Sign In"

3.     Enter our schools postal code 94947

4.     Click on Novato High School

5.    DO NOT ENTER YOUR E-MAIL. Instead enter your username that you would use to enter the computer at school. Your username is the first 2 letters of your first name followed by your entire last name some of you may have numbers at the end of your last name (do not use spaces).

6.     Your Password is your entire 10 digit school code. It starts with 10000 followed by you ID number. Example: 1000012345

Correct Any FAFSA or PROFILE Errors

You can make corrections to your FAFSA on the FAFSA website. Your FAFSA provides a "snapshot" of your financial situation on the date you originally signed it, so your corrections must be valid as of that date, not afterwards.

If you submitted the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE, you cannot submit changes online. You must update a hard copy of your Acknowledgement Report and send copies of it to all the colleges on your list. Be sure to contact the financial aid offices at your prospective colleges to let them know you have submitted corrections. Remember to update your FAFSA when your taxes are done this year.

If you're offered a Cal Grant, you'll receive an email notification from the California Student Aid commission. To view your California Aid Report (CAR) go online to www.webgrants4students.org. The CAR is an estimated Cal Grant award and should be considered a tentative offer.

FREE College Writing workshops for High School Students on Saturday, March 28 and April 4, 2015 at the West Wing Conference Room, Hamilton Field 503B South Palm Avenue, Novato from 1:00-5:00 PM. want to stand out in college? Then learn to write great essays. College writing workshops is a brand new company serving Bay Area high school students. We're offering our first set of workshops for free---a $400 value--- to the first fifteen students who apply. In a relaxed and fun setting, college Writing Workshops teaches one thing only: college-level essay writing, from the earliest planning stages to the finishing touches. We give student the tools they need to write cogent, college-level essays on any subject, in any course.

Sign up now for a College Writing Workshop and never let another essay intimidate you. For more information please visit www.collegewritingworkshops.com or call 415-488-5928

United States Air Force Academy/AFROTC

Learn what the Air Force Academy and AFROTC programs have to offer you on March 20^th @ 6:30PM.College-bound high school students. College-bound high school students, parents, spend an evening talking with USAF Academy cadets from the Bay Area and local AFROTC college cadets. AFROTC cadets from San Jose State or UC Berkeley will be there to answer question about ROTC cadet life. The presentation will be at Round Table Pizza, 1565 S. Novato Blvd., Novato 415-897-2512 to RSVP is requested, but not required to Capt. Perr at cwperr@gmail.com for more information please go to www.academyadmissions.com or www.afrotc.com.

City College of San Francisco is Now Accepting Applications for fall 2015 

Deadline: April 13, 2015

We are now accepting applications for the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies (CAHS) Programs at City College of San Francisco. We are proud of our internationally recognized program, which was established in 1935. 

Students earn an Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree with a major in Culinary Arts Management, Food Service Management and/or Hotel Management.  Student Tour Request is available. 

Additional information can be obtained at our website: www.ccsf.edu/cahs or contact CAHS Office by email cahs@ccsf.edu or call (415) 239-3152.

Santa Rosa Junior College

2015 Sustainable Agriculture Summer Academy (SASA) at Santa Rosa Junior College.

This year we are opening the opportunity to current high schools students, graduating senior and "alternative high school" students who meet the application criteria and are interested in the program - we will continue to give preferences to high school Agriculture students - minority students are strongly encouraged to apply.

All forms are posted in our website - for detailed information see the SASA Overview flyer. 

The application and other requested items must be submitted by March 27, 2015. Please note that late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered. Please note that:

• Students must be nominated by a teacher or counselor.
• Late and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The application is two pages (double sided printing is recommended).
• We are requesting Shirt Size for students.
• We are highly encouraging minority students to apply.
• We are increasing the number of accepted students (30 to 40)
• We may provide transportation to students from our Santa Rosa Campus to Shone Farm and back; students needing transportation need to let us know either in the application or essay.

Please let me know if you have any questions about SASA.

OSCAR GUAJARDO

CTE Coordinator & Outreach

Career and Technical Education

(707) 527-4858    oguajardo@santarosa.edu

College of Marin Math and English Testing at Marin County High Schools

At the High Schools: To sign up for the Math & English Placement Exams at your high school, please contact your College/Career Specialist.  Please note: Students must have filled out the COM on-line application & received a COM Student ID# (M00#) before testing. Remember to bring your student ID # with you on the testing date.

To access test sample questions on to the website below:

http:/www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/accuplacer/index.html

Make-up Tests: To sign up for the Make-Up Tests, please call the COM Testing Office at (415) 485-9469.

 Thurs. April 30                        3:30pm-6:30pm                        SMN 132 (Kentfield)

 Thurs. April 30                        3:30pm-6:30pm                        Bldg. 27 Room. 125 (IVC)

ESL Tests: To find out the dates and/or to sign up for the ESL tests, please call the COM Testing Office at (415) 485-9469 or the ESL Office at (415) 485-9642.

California State University

Registering for ELM/EPT

STEP 1

CHECK TEST DATES:

Take tests early! Not having test scores by Orientation Day will preclude you from enrolling in ENGL/MATH.

Visit individual CSU Campus Testing websites for dates and times.

STEP 2

REGISTER ONLINE:

Most CSU Campuses have online registration options.

Visit the CSU Testing website of the campus where you wish to take the tests.

For Sonoma State University, go to our testing home page to view available dates, then sign-up online.

STEP 3

PAY FEES:

Pay fees for your test the day of the test.

Only money orders and personal checks are accepted.

No cash is accepted. There might be some exceptions, refer to each Campus.

Students planning to attend any of the California State Universities may take their tests at Sonoma State University. For more information call 707-664-2947 or register at www.sonoma.edu/sas/testing or find out about the CSU System Wide Test Dates www.ets.org

AMIGOS Youth Ambassadors Program Team

This is a friendly reminder that students have ONE WEEK to apply to become an AMIGOS Youth Ambassador! On Monday, March 23, students must submit their applications online, and their two adult references must electronically complete their reference forms. Please help us remind your students that the application deadline is approaching.

For students...

• who have not started an application can apply here: http://www.amigoslink.org/apply-yap
• who have started an application can access their incomplete applications through the link that has been sent to them via email.

• who have been asked to serve as reference for a Youth Ambassador applicant, complete your online reference form here: http://amigoslink.formassembly.com/233877

If you would like to learn more about the AMIGOS Youth Ambassadors Program, click here: http://amigoslink.org/yap and please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns- we'd love to hear from you! Thank you for your help in reminding your students about the AMIGOS Youth Ambassadors Program!

I am a member of the Lu Sutton International Day committee and we could use some help from any interested Novato High volunteers who need community service time in putting on our annual International Day Festival on April 24th.

Specifically we could use volunteers for the following dates and times:

Wed April 8 from 3-5P at Lu Sutton Elementary for craft preparation (cutting construction paper and pre-assembling crafts)

Wed April 22 from 3-5P at Lu Sutton Elementary for additional craft preparation and sign painting

Friday April 24th** 3-9PM Set up, decorations, food serving, manning of craft  Booths, clean up

 **Pizza dinner will be provided to the volunteers this day**

Please have students contact

Bela.smith2@gmail.com  415-497-6112 

Narda.zambrana@gmail.com

Special Olympics Northern California will hold the Marin games at Terra Linda High School on May 16, 2015. For an application and more information contact Tracy Rivkin at trivkin@comcast.net. Some volunteer consent and release forms are in the CCRC on the Community Service wall.

Become a Wildcare Volunteers Camp Assistant!

High school student ages 14-18 will work with our teacher to provide fun and exciting nature and wildlife experiences for younger campers. You will help with craft projects, hikes and games and you will gain valuable experience working with children while earning community service hours. This program is designed for students aged 14 to 18 years old who enjoy nature, wildlife and working with children.

Wildcare Nature Camps operate from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday, although Volunteer Assistants would be required to work from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The majority of camp is held on site on Wildcare but two day is spent at various hiking sites in Marin County. Transportation is not provided. Students may request to work at as many camps as they would like. For more information visit www.wildcarebayarea.org to apply or call 415-453-10000 if you have further questions. All applications must be received by Friday, April 24, 2015 by 5:00 PM. FLYER

The Marin YMCA Work of Heart will hold a volunteer for SPLASH Week April 13-17 during SPLASH week, you will be enriching lives of children in the community by establishing water safety skills and instructing basic swim lessons through fun games and activities. We need volunteers to help teach in the water and classroom, register participants, and maintain locker-rooms for our annual SPLASH program the week of April 13-17. Bring or mail in completed application form to Marin YMCA by 3/20/15. For more information and an application contact Megan Turrell at mturrell@yncasf.org or 415-446-2132. The YMCA is located at 1500 Los Gamos Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903 or go online to www.ymcasf.org/marin.

Teen Board Member Opportunity

The Novato Youth Center is seeking two teens to join our Board of Directors as the current teen members are graduating high school in June 2015. Our overall Board consists of 17 members, including 2 teen positions. This volunteer opportunity is a meaningful and exciting way to get involved in the Novato community. Teen Board members can expect to spend 2-4 hours per month in this role. The term of office is three years, with exceptions made for teen Board members based on high school graduation date. Candidate priority is given to those residing in Novato. The Center requests that its Board members be willing to commit to the following:

• Attend 9 of the 11 board meetings annually; Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month, 5:15-7pm at 680 Wilson Avenue. Prepare for the monthly meetings by reading the meeting materials and financial statements.
• Serve as an Ambassador by knowing the talking points about the Center to be able to talk about the Center when in the community.
• Volunteer with staff to help with fundraising campaigns.
• Participate in following the Strategic Plan, which guides the work.
  • Participate in the Board's overall role of providing oversight to the Executive Director position as assigned by the Executive Committee; adhering to legal and financial standards; and abiding to all policies
  • NYC to provide Directors and Officers insurance coverage

If this volunteer opportunity seems like a good fit for your schedule and interests, please complete the Board member application and mail to the address above or email to the Executive Director Cheryl Paddack at cpaddack@novatoyouthcenter.org. Please call (415) 892-1643 ext 228 if you have questions about this volunteer opportunity and for the application.  Once your application is submitted, the current teen Board members will be in touch to set-up a time to meet with them. Thank you for considering this opportunity.

Halleck Creek Ranch

We're in constant need of volunteers, as we have nearly 80 riders on the schedule each week, many of whom ride on Saturdays in larger groups. I'm reaching out to a handful of the local schools, in hopes of gaining more exposure to the students and letting them know about the opportunities we have available at Halleck Creek. We are looking for active, energetic, caring volunteers to help our program expand.

Program Volunteer positions are available Saturdays. Program Volunteers help with the riding portion of our program by grooming and tacking-up horses, leading horses for our special riders and side walking and engaging our riders. No horse experience is required, as all training in provided and learning is encouraged. Volunteers must attend a scheduled orientation to complete the required paperwork, and are provided initial and on-going training while they volunteer. For more information contact Mesa Nordbye,

Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor, Volunteer Coordinator; Halleck Creek Ranch; (415) 662-2488

www.halleckcreekranch.org 

Be2Live

Need service hours and want to make a huge difference while doing it?  Join Be2Live on one of its 3 2015 Mexico Service Trips to orphanages in a safe part of Mexico.  You can receive up to 55 service hours on one trip.  We have trips over spring break and this coming summer.  Here is our website - http://be2live.org/register/ for more information contact Phil Steiner or visit www.Be2Live.org or call 415.798.1841

The Olompali People

I need a computer savvy techie young lady with initiative and ideas to earn community service points working on The Olompali People Face book page on a regular basis. For more information contact Sue Potter at spotter12@hotmail.com or call 415892-5569

WALKER CREEK OUTDOOR EDUCATION NEEDS STUDENT VOLUNTEERS!

Get your community service hours!  

Pleasant Valley Elementary School is starting to recruit for cabin leaders for our 5^th grade Walker Creek outdoor education program.  We are going the week of May 26-29, 2015 (Tuesday through Friday).  We would like to interview in February, so we are seeking applications ASAP. Please pick up an application from Mrs. Grillo in Room 1601.

Lynwood Elementary School is starting to recruit for cabin leaders for our 5^th grade Walker Creek outdoor education program. We are going the week of May 26-29, 2015. Please pick up an application from Mrs. Grillo in Room 1601 for more information contact Ginette Ruiz, Lynwood Office Tech, at gruiz@nusd.org

Loma Verde Elementary School is looking for responsible and encouraging students that can help after school with HOMEWORK CLUB at Loma Verde Elementary School. The days are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-4:00 PM starting September 8, 2014. The location is 399 Alameda de la Loma (Room 51) please contact Ruthie Ament at rament@novatoyouthcenter.org or call her at 415-493-4688.

Arthritis Foundation

It's that time of year and we are excited about the Arthritis Foundation's Walk to Cure Arthritis event on Saturday, May, 30, 2015 Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. We are looking for student volunteers to assist us with various assignments such set-up, clean-up, registration, refreshments, course monitors and many more opportunities.  This is an excellent opportunity for students to receive community service hours and make a positive impact in the lives of those living with arthritis. Please contact Cecilia Haywood at chaywood@arthritis.org: 415-356-1230 or go online to learn more about this opportunity at www.sfwalktocurearthritis.kintera.org

Homeward Bound of Marin

We are often in need of volunteers to help us with a variety of needs. I look forward to working with students from Novato High School! For more information contact Dominique Legnitto, Volunteer Coordinator Homeward Bound of Marin at 415-382-3363 x212. The community service board has some current events posted.

Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership

I'm reaching out to inform you about an exciting leadership opportunity for your students.  Please spread the word to anyone that may be interested and feel free to include the text and images below/attached in upcoming newsletters.  For more information, email volunteermarin@cvnl.org.

Take Your Volunteering to the Next Level - Become a CVNL Project Leader

Project Leaders work closely with CVNL staff to create and sustain recurring community service projects that meet the critical educational, environmental, and human services needs in Marin and Napa counties. Project Leaders communicate with volunteers before and after projects, oversee on-site activities, and track hours and attendance. Whether you're finishing up middle school or heading off to college, you can help CVNL offer the community even more meaningful ways to get involved.  Join the CVNL Project Leader team and learn more about the local nonprofit sector, meet new and interesting people in the community, get an edge on your college applications, and be a part of positive change.

Are you ready to lead? Attend the next Project Leader Orientation on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 from 4 PM to 5 PM and submit an application by Friday, February 6, 2015. At the orientation session, learn more about:

• Community needs in Marin and Napa counties
• Existing and potential service projects
• Project Leader responsibilities

CVNL Project Leader Orientation & Information Session

Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Reserve Your Space!

CVNL Project Leader Application Deadline

Friday, February 6, 2015

Apply Now!

For more information contact Lauren Dunford, Program Coordinator, Volunteer Engagement Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership at | 415.448.0333 

Volunteer Marin

Here at Volunteer Marin, we are recruiting for 2015's FLEX Program Project Leaders, and high school students are our ideal candidates!  (Adults are great too, if this opportunity peaks your interest) We emphasize to our teen volunteers that college applications look much better with some volunteer hours to brag about, so we were hoping you could promote this program to your students!

Please distribute the attached  flyer as you see fit; post it on bulletin boards, add it to your newsletters, or just print a bunch of them and drop them from the top of a windy staircase! We'd love you to encourage kids (and even teachers who have free time... if those exist) to come to our Orientation, next Tues, Feb 3^rd from 4:00-5:00pm.  Feel free to call me if you have any questions or referrals!

Emma Mills | Volunteer Coordinator | 415.448.0304

Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership | See what's new at www.cvnl.org

We've moved! Please take note of our new address:

65 Mitchell Blvd. #101, San Rafael, CA  94903

(our main phone number is the same: 415.479.5710)

New Beginning's Center Garden

Please join us for a Volunteer Garden Day at the New Beginning's Center Garden Saturday January 24^thand February 7th 9am to noon at 1399 N Hamilton Parkway.

All volunteers welcome, bring your hat, a water bottle and your green thumb!

Help to maintain the 30 rows of vegetables that produce food for the New Beginnings Center, our 80-bed transitional housing program serving homeless adults and our Fresh Starts Culinary Academy, a job training program.

Volunteers will help to harvest vegetables, plant seeds, weed and maintain the garden. Please sign up at dlegnitto@hbofm.org

In the event of rain, volunteer project will be cancelled

 For more information contact Dominique Legnitto, Volunteer Coordinator, Homeward Bound of Marin 415-382-3363 x212 or Check us out online at http://www.hbofm.org

Or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/hbofm

College Week Live will hold a virtual college fairs all access on March 19, 2015 from 10:00AM-10:00 PM EDT it's free to participate -sign up today at www.CollegeWeekLive.com/CWL2015

Attend a FREE Kaplan Event Online!

Kaplan's events help you prep for the PSAT, SAT, or ACT and the college admissions process and attending live online means you can join us anywhere you have an internet connection!

FREE Practice Tests!

Free practice tests all year long! View times and enroll at www.kaptest.com/hsevents

March Events

Free SAT Online Practice Test & Score Review;

Sunday, March 29 @ 11:00 am-1:30 PM PT

Free Less - SAT Classroom Anywhere

Tuesday, March 24 @ 5:30-6:30 PM PT

Free ACT Online Practice Test & Score Review

Saturday, March 28 @ 11:30-2:00 PM PT

For more information please go to www.kaptest.com/hsevents

Are you ready for the SAT or ACT?

Sylvan College Prep has some Free Practice Test

Sylvan College Prep

Are you ready for the SAT or ACT? Sign up for a practice test to see how you might score on either test. After the test(s), we provide you with a personalized evaluation of your performance along with suggestions on which test to consider and way to improve your score. We can help determine the best study approach. Sylvan is at 690 De Long Suite 100, call to schedule your FREE SAT or ACT practice test! At 415-491-4678

SAT Test Dates:                                                            ACT Test Dates:

May 2, 2015                                                                      April 18, 2015

June 6, 2015                                                                      June 13, 2015

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Camp

RYLA is a 3-day leadership camp that is free to high school students. RYLA serves students in Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties.

To date we have 37 openings for the upcoming RYLA camp in March! 

We have students signed up from most of the high schools in Marin, including Marin Oaks - but not one from Novato High.

This is a great opportunity for students - please share the attached information with your staff.

There is NO GPA requirement - this is a valuable experience for any student!

Please contact Barbara Hernandez with any questions at 415-898-1892 or barbara@properlyinsured.com

THE JROTC CADETS AND BOOSTERS INVITE YOU TO ATTEND A FAMILY FUN NIGHT OF BINGO AND A CHILI COOK OFF

March 21, 2015

6:00pm to 8:00pm

NHS Cafeteria

Cash prizes for the top 3 Chilies.

Prizes for EVERY Bingo winner.

Performance by the JROTC Drill Team.

Master your favorite chili recipe and bring the

whole family for a night of fun.

$5 per person at the door.

For more information contact JROTC Booster Chair

Susan Cone, momscone@me.com

ON CAMPUS INFORMATION: 

Note: Campus events and dates are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact the specific campus or visit its website for more up-to-date information.

04-03-15 Arizona State University destination ASU get a feel for student life and academics in your major, and learn about next steps after being admitted. Go to www.visit.asu.edu to explore all campus visit and event experiences

04-11-15 College Preview Day at Santa Rosa Junior College Petaluma Campus

04-13-15 SEC College Tour 2015 @ 7:00-9:00 PM at the Claremont Hotel and Spa will hold a college fair with The University of Alabama, University of Arkansas, Auburn University, University of Florida, the University of Georgia, University of Kentucky, Louisiana State University The University of Mississippi, Mississippi State University, University of Missouri, University of South Carolina the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Texan A&M University and Vanderbilt University for more information and to register, visit www.seccollegetour.org

04-15-15 SEC College Tour 2015 @ 7:00-9:00 PM at the Hilton SFO Bayfront will hold a college fair with The University of Alabama, University of Arkansas, Auburn University, University of Florida, the University of Georgia, University of Kentucky, Louisiana State University The University of Mississippi, Mississippi State University, University of Missouri, University of South Carolina the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Texan A&M University and Vanderbilt University for more information and to register, visit www.seccollegetour.org

04-18-15 College Preview Day at Santa Rosa Junior College Santa Rosa Campus

04-18-15 University of California, Berkeley-CalDay 9:00-4:00 PM free admission for more information visit www.calday.berkeley.edu or #sharecalday

05-03-15 Day under the Oaks at Santa Rosa Junior College Santa Rosa Campus

05-05-15 WACAC College Fair at Dominican University of California in the Gym from 6:00-8:00 PM

DO NOT pay any organization, company, or individual to apply for scholarships, for scholarship search assistance, or for access to scholarship lists. Legitimate scholarship programs never ask for an application fee. Beware of scholarship scams.

Scholarship Search Web-Sites:

www.fastweb.com

www.collegeboard.com/pay

www.scholarships.com

www.zinch.com/

10,000 Degrees Fund Scholarship

www.10000degrees.org

African American scholarships

www.uncf.org

Asian American scholarships

www.apiast.org

Gates Millennium scholarships

www.gmsp.org

Latino scholarships

www.hsf.net

www.maldef.org

Native American scholarships

www.bie.edu

www.collegefund.org

www.aises.org/what/programs/scholarships

Sports scholarships

www.ncaa.org

Scholarship fraud

www.ftc.gov/scholarshipscams

Sponsored by the foundation that carries on the work of the famed novelist/philosopher, this contest offers awards ranging from $30 to $2,000 for essays on a given topic or book.  For more information visit www.aynrand.org/contests.

DEADLINE:  March 20, 2015

Angel Dolphin Scholarship

Students who have lost one or both parents can apply for this $500 scholarship.  CRITERIA: GPA 2.7, SAT 1100, U.S. citizen Applications are available at www.angeldolphinscholarship.org

California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Spirit of Sport Award

One male & one female student athlete who display exemplary sportsmanship/citizenship and leadership are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship.  Applications are available at www.cifstate.org then click on Parents & Students, click on Awards & Scholarships

Deadline: March 23, 2015

Through the Looking Glass Scholarship

Fifteen $1,000 awards will be awarded to students who are children of a disabled parent. CRITERIA: Academic performances, community service. For more information go to www.lookingglass.org/

DEADLINE:  March 23, 2015

FOR JUNIORS WHO WOULD LIKE TO GO TO A HIGHLY SELECTED COLLEGE

QuestBridge College Prep Scholarship for JUNIORS

Numerous scholarships are available to high achieving low income high school juniors to prepare them for admission to top ranked colleges. For more information go online to www.questbridge.org

Deadline: March 25, 2015

University of California Berkeley, Drake Scholarship

Full four year scholarships are available to students majoring in mechanical engineering based on merit and not financial need. For more information go to www.me.berkeley.edu and search for Drake scholarship

DEADLINE:  March 25, 2015

For children of Law Enforcement and Fire Service Personnel

CAA/ESA Youth Scholarship

Seven $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to students based on financial need, scholastic achievement &, community service. For more information and application, go to www.theredwoods.org or CCRC.

Awards ranging from $500 to $6,000 are available to minority students or financially disadvantaged students pursuing a career in one of the fine arts, design, or architecture. For more information go on-line to

AnyCollege.com

A $10,000 student scholarship will be given away four times per year through a random scholarship drawing. Students sign up by going to www.anycollege.com and clicking on the "Win a Scholarship" link.

Deadlines are: September 30^th, December 31^st, March 30th and June 30th

Odenza Marketing Group Volunteer Scholarship

A $500 award is available to a student demonstrating a strong record of volunteer activities.  More information available at www.studentscholarships.org

DEADLINE: March 30, 2015

Hispanic General Scholarship

Multiple scholarships of $500 to $5,000 will be awarded to Hispanic high school seniors pursuing a career in science, math engineering, or technology. Students can apply at www.studentscholarships.org

DEADLINE:  March 30, 2015

Seven $3,500 awards are available to students demonstrating a strong record of volunteer & leadership activities.  More information available at http://kaiserpermanente-asianassociation.org/scholarhsip

DEADLINE: March 30, 2015

North Coast Section Foundation Scholarship

Eight $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who have balanced sports and academics. For further information go to www.cifncs.org, click on Awards/Programs

DEADLINE:  March 30, 2015

Novato High PTSA Scholarship

Multiple scholarships will be awarded to Novato High seniors based on community service. CRITERIA: GPA 2.5, member of Novato High PTSA before Dec. 19, 2014. Applications are available online

nhsenew@yahoo.com

or in the College and Career Resource Center Room 1601

DEADLINE:  March 30, 2015 FLYER

Two four year scholarships for $8,000 and four two year scholarships for $2,000 are available to seniors whose parent(s) are vineyard workers employed by a wine grape grower. For information go to CCRC or go on-line to www.cawg.org or call 800-241-1800.

DEADLINE: March 31, 2015

A. Patrick Charnon Memorial Scholarship

A $1,500 award is available to seniors who demonstrate commitment to helping their community.  More information available at www.cesresources.org

Deadline: March 31, 2015

Chen Foundation Scholarship

Ten $2,000 award s are available to seniors who plan to attend a California State University/Community College, have a GPA 3.0, and demonstrate a commitment to helping their community.  More information available at www.scholarship2015.net

Deadline: March 31, 2015

Germans from Russia Heritage Society Essay Contest

A $300 scholarship will be awarded to the winner of an essay related to German Russian heritage. For more information go to www.grhs.org and click on Youth Program

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

Global Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship

Numerous awards are available to seniors interested in pursuing careers in the automotive industry like technicians.  For more information go to  www.automotivescholarships.com

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

Unigo Scholarship

The United Negro Fund in conjunction with many other organizations is awarding many scholarships to students. For more information, go to www.scholarships.uncf.org

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

James R. Hoffa Memorial scholarship

Multiple scholarships of varying amounts will be awarded to students who are dependants of teamster members.  For an application, visit www.teamster.org.

Deadline: March 31, 2015

Twenty $10,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who are legally blind. For an application, visit  www.lighthouseguild.org

Deadline: March 31, 2015

L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future

Amateur artists can submit an illustration to win an award of $500 up to $5,000. Information available online at www.writersofthefuture.com

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future

Submit a story up to 17,000 words to win an award ranging from $500 to $5,000. Information available online at www.writersofthefuture.com

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

National D-day Museum Student Essay Contest

Awards of $500, $750, and $1,000 will be awarded to winners of an essay contest. For more information go online to www.nationalww2museum.org

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

Five $500 awards and one $1,000 awards are available to students of Portuguese descendent who have a 3.0 GPA. For more information contact sacramentophcs.com or contact lionelholmes19@gmail.com

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

Sausalito Art Festival Foundation (SAFF) Scholarship

This foundation will be awarding scholarships to talented Bay Area art students. A total of $20,000 in scholarship funding will be awarded.  For applications, eligibility requirements and other details go to www.sausalitoartfestival.org, and click on Foundation

Deadline: March 31, 2015

Souper Scholarship

A $4,000 scholarship will be awarded to the winner of this contest where students gather cans of soup for home bound seniors in their community. For more information go to www.dosomething.org/ 

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

Sp $10,000 Scholarship-$10,000-Many Awards

To be eligible for the Edvisors Scholarship you must

Be at least 13 years old and enrolled or will enroll in a college or university in the U. S. Be a legal resident of the U.S. or Puerto Rico

Applications can be found by going to: http://www.studentscholarships.org/SP-Scholarship_Program.php

A $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to the winner of this short essay contest. For more information visit www.scholarshipexperts.com

DEADLINE: March 31, 2015

$2,000 "No Essay" Scholarship Contest

A scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded every month to a high school senior in a random drawing. Eligibility is not based on GPA or financial need. Students must apply each month for the next drawing at www.colleges.niche.com

DEADLINE:  March 31, 2015

American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship

Multiple awards of $1,000 to $5,000 are available to all high school students based on academics and NOT financial need. Detailed information is available at www.americancollegefoundation.org

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2015

American Fire Sprinkler Assoc. Scholarship

Ten $2,000 scholarships from the American Fire Sprinkler Association are available to seniors. More information available at www.afsascholarship.org

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2015

American Institute of CPA Scholarships for Minority Students

Multiple $2,500 to $5,000 scholarships are available from the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) to students pursuing a degree in accounting. For further information go to www.aicpa.org

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2015

ANS Incoming Freshman Scholarship

Multiple $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students pursuing a degree in nuclear engineering. For further information go to www.ans.org/

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2015

To be eligible for the CHS Foundation Scholarship a student must:

Be a high school senior, graduating in the spring and attending college in the fall 2015

Plan to pursue an agricultural degree at a college or university within the United States

Be pursuing a STEM field of study with an interest in agriculture

Application can be found by going to http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/10936/chs_foundation_scholarships_scholarship.php

Deadline: April 1, 2015

Culinary Institute of America Scholarship

Numerous scholarships will be awarded to students interested in pursuing a career in the culinary, baking or pastry arts. Admissions application qualifies you for most of the scholarships. For more information, go online to www.ciachef.edu

Deadline: April 1, 2015

Davis-Putter Scholarship

A $10,000 scholarship is available to a student who demonstrates active participation in civil rights, economic justice, or some other major social issue. For more information visit www.davisputter.org

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2015

GetDirect TV Scholarship

A $2,500 scholarship is available to a student who creates a blog entry on how TV has influenced them in pursuing a particular career. For more information visit www.getdirecttv.org/tv-scholarship

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2014

 Study Habits Scholarship

One $500 scholarship will be awarded to the student who writes the best essay for more information visit  www.studentscholarships.org 

One $500 scholarship will be awarded to the student who writes the best essay for more information visit www.studentscholarships.org

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2015

Print & Graphic Scholarship Foundation

Scholarships from $2,000 to $5,000 will be awarded to students who plan to major in graphic communications or printing technology. CRITERIA: GPA 3.0 for more information visit www.pgsf.org

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2015

SEMA Memorial Scholarships

Awards of $2,000 to $5,000 are available to students pursuing careers in the automotive industry. For more information go to www.sema.org/scholarships

DEADLINE:  April 1, 2015

Ted Mitchell Memorial Scholarship

Two $1,500 scholarships are available to one male and one female student athlete. Application form available at www.tedmitchellscholarship.org

DEADLINE: April 1, 2015

Tourism Cares Scholarship

A $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a Novato resident based on GPA, academics, extracurricular accomplishments, and essay.  Application form is available online at NovatoRWF.org in the CCRC or contact Camie Studley at 415- 892-2789.

DEADLINE:  April 3, 2015

San Francisco State University Ray Uribe Scholarship

Multiple $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to students with at least a 2.5 GPA and have financial need. For more information, go to www.sfsu.academicworks.com

DEADLINE:  April 3, 2015

Students Rising Above Scholarship for JUNIORS

Full scholarships are available for JUNIORS who have overcome great difficulties to succeed in school.  CRITERIA:  Low-income, U.S. citizen, recommendation, GPA-3.0. Information available at www.studentsrisingabove.org

DEADLINE:  April 4, 2015

American Pen Women Scholarship

The Golden Gate Marin Branch of the National League of American Pen Women will award a $500 scholarship to a woman who is majoring in the visual arts. For more information and an application go to www.goldengatemarinart.org/art_scholarship

DEADLINE: April 6, 2015

Youth on Course Scholarship

Forty scholarships of $4,000 to $10,000 will be given to a senior with GPA 3.0. For more information and an application go to  www.youthoncourse.org/scholarships 

DEADLINE: April 6, 2015

Bret Barrett Scholarship

A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a senior with 2.0 GPA who has demonstrated talent in electronic technology and its applications such as computers, movies, and software programs used as teaching/learning tools. For more information visit the CCRC.

DEADLINE:  April 9, 2015

American Iris Society Scholarship

A $1,500 scholarship is available to a student who is interested in pursuing a career in horticulture, landscaping, or related field. For more information visit the CCRC or www.aisregion14.org

DEADLINE:  April 10, 2015

AMVETS National Scholarship

The AMVETS scholarship offers six awards of $4,000 to veterans and their dependents. CRITERIA: U.S. citizen, GPA 3.0, child or grandchild of veteran, U.S. citizen, essay. Visit www.amvetsnsf.org for more information.

DEADLINE: April 15, 2015

 "$1,000 College Jumpstart" Scholarship Contest

A scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded to a high school senior. Eligibility is based on merit only. Students can apply at  www.jumpstart-scholarship.net 

DEADLINE:  April 15, 2015

Empire College Dean's Scholarship

Empire College in Santa Rosa, Ca. has scholarships ranging from $250-$1,500. CRITERIA: scholarship application, transcripts, letter of intent, and two letters of recommendations. Application information is available at www.empcol.edu/scholarships

DEADLINE: April 15, 2015

Conservation, Horticulture or Environmental Fields

Marin Garden Club Scholarship

Two $1,500 scholarships are awarded to seniors pursuing a career in landscaping, horticulture, conservation or environmental studies or related fields. CRITERIA: resident of Marin County.  For more information go to CCRC or www.maringardenclubscholarship.wordpress.comwww.maringardenclubscholarship.wordpress

DEADLINE:  April 15, 2015

This Sarasota, Florida College will award $15,000 scholarships to all out of state students who are U.S. citizens for more information go online to www.ncf.edu

Deadline: April 15, 2015

Vietnamese Physician Association Scholarship

Scholarships of $1,000 are available to high school seniors.  CRITERIA:  GPA 3.5, Vietnamese descent with financial hardship, essay. For more information go online to vpanc.com

Jewish Community Federation College Scholarship Program

The Jewish Community Federation offers multiple scholarships from $500 up to $10,000 to seniors. For more information about the various scholarships go to www.jewishfed.org

DEADLINE:  April 17, 2015

Marin Builders Association Scholarship

A scholarship is available to a student pursuing a career in the construction related industry. CRITERIA: GPA 3.0 Application forms available in the CCRC or online at www.marinba.org,

DEADLINE:  April 17, 2015

Asian American Journalists Association Scholarship

Asian American Journalists Association will award scholarships to seniors planning a career in journalism. Scholarships are open to all students but AAJA especially encourages applicants who are sensitive to Asian American and Pacific Islander issues.  Info available online at www.aajasf.org

DEADLINE:  April 18, 2015

Marin County Retired Employees Association Scholarship

Three scholarships of $1,500 are available to students whose parent or grandparent is a dues paying member of the Marin County Retired Employees Association.  CRITERIA: GPA 2.6 for more information visit  www.mcareinfo.org 

DEADLINE: April 20, 2015

Patrick Kerr Skateboarding Scholarship

Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to the winners of a short essay on how skateboarding has influenced their life. Students can apply at www.scholarships4students.com

DEADLINE:  April 20, 2015

Mansury Thompson Award

One $5,000 award will be given to a Novato High student in recognition of his/her academic excellence. Also, the student's name will be placed on a permanent plaque displayed at Novato High School. CRITERIA: GPA 3.5, statement of interest in Humanities For more information go to the College and Career Resource Center and return this scholarship to Mrs. Cooper.

DEADLINE: April 21, 2015

Student-View Scholarship

The Student View Scholarship Program is offering multiple scholarships (ten-$500, two-$1,000 and one $4,000) to students via random drawing after completion of an online survey. For more information go on-line to www.studentinsights.com

DEADLINE: April 22, 2015

I Can Afford College Sweepstakes

This sweepstakes contest is offering multiple scholarships ($250, $500, and one $1,000) to students via random drawing. For more information go on-line to www.icanaffordcollege.com

DEADLINE: April 24, 2015

Wells College Scholarship

A $40,000 scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding Junior as part of the Wells College 21^st Century Leadership Award. For more information visit www.wells.edu 

DEADLINE:  April 25, 2015

Sponsored by the foundation that carries on the work of the famed novelist/philosopher, this contest offers awards ranging from $50 to $10,000 for essays on a given topic or book. For more information visit www.aynrand.org/contest

DEADLINE: April 26, 2015

Beverly Alberigi Educational Grant Classified School Employees Association (CSEA) 

A one-time educational grant is available to any child, grandchild, or dependent of an employee of the Novato Unified School District. These grants are sponsored by the Beverly Alberigi and Wayne Donnelly Educational grants. Amount of awards will vary depending on number of qualified recipients. CRITERIA: 2.5 GPA Application forms are available in the CSEA newsletter or in the CCRC.

DEADLINE:  April 27, 2015

Wayne Donnelley Technical/Vocational Education Grant

The classified school employees association Novato Chapter#312 is offering a one-time technical education grant open to member of CSEA, NUSD employees, graduating high school seniors or postsecondary education student who are children, grandchildren or legal dependents of an employee (or retired employee).  Parent or guardian or grandparent must be a dues paying member of CSEA Local Chapter #312. Applications are available from the CSEA newsletter or the CCRC.

DEADLINE: April 27, 2015

A $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to the winner of this short essay contest. For more information visit www.scholarshipexperts.com

DEADLINE: April 30, 2015

Three students who demonstrate an exceptional talent and interest in Fashion Design, Visual Communications, Interior Design, Digital Media, Fashion Merchandising, or Graphic Design or Product Communications will each win a $5,000 scholarship to attend FIDM. For more information please visit www.fidm.edu or call 800-262-3436 or 818-990-2241.

DEADLINE:  April 30, 2015

Hispanic Engineers National Achievement Awards

Various awards from $500 to $10,000 are available to Hispanic students planning to major in math, computer science, technology, or engineering. CRITERIA: GPA 3.0 for more information go online to www.greatmindsinstem.org.

DEADLINE: April 30, 2015  

Marin Nakayoshi Club Scholarship

Marin county seniors of Japanese descent with outstanding scholastic achievements and extracurricular activities are eligible for this $500 scholarship. For more information come into the CCRC or call Carol Staley at 415-302-2134 Flyer Application

DEADLINE: April 30, 2015

A scholarship will be awarded to a Novato senior whose parent is a Novato teacher. CRITERIA: GPA 3.0, essay, transcript with GPA and class rank, extracurricular activities, community service and letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor. For more information and an application go to the CCRC or contact http://novatonft.org or call 415-897-0811

DEADLINE:  April 30, 2015

Rochester Institute of Technology-Explore Your Future

For high school sophomores and juniors

Explore Your Future is a six day career awareness program where students experience college life, enjoy hands-on activities and get a taste of real-world careers in the fields of business, computing, engineering, science and art.

Session I:              July 11-16, 2015

Session II:            July 18-23, 2015

For more details visit www.fit.edu/NTID/EYF or questions email EYFinfo@rit.edu

Six $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to female and male student athletes. CRITERIA: 3.3 GPA, community service, varsity athletes.  For further information go to www.cifncs.org, click on Awards/Programs

DEADLINE:  May 8, 2015

A. Richard Caputo Scholarship

The Universal Technical Institute Foundation has two $2,500 scholarships for students interested in pursuing a career in the automotive field. More information can be found at www.utifoundation.net

DEADLINE: May 15, 2015

Jane Austen Society Essay Contest

The Jane Austen Society offers prizes of $250, $500, and $1,000 for winners of their essay contest. For more information and an application visit www.jasna.org

DEADLINE: May 15, 2015

Mission Creek Orthodontics (MCO) Scholarship

A $500 scholarship from Mission Creek Orthodontics will be awarded to the winner of this short essay contest. For more information go to www.missioncreekortho.com 

DEADLINE:  May 15, 2015

Society of Women Engineers

The Society of Women Engineers offers numerous scholarships of varying amounts to future female engineers. CRITERIA: 3.5 GPA, U.S. citizens, for more information visit www.societyofwomenengineers.swe.org

DEADLINE:  May 15, 2015

Google Global Science Fair Award

One $50,000 grand prize award will be given to the winner of Google's Science Fair. The winner and his/her family will also receive a 10 day trip to the Galapagos Islands. Additional cash awards will be given. For more information go to  www.googlesciencefair.com

DEADLINE:  May 18, 2015

This $1,000 scholarship will be administered through the Rotary Club of Ignacio CRITERIA: GPA 2.0 for more information visit the College and Career Center. 

DEADLINE:  May 20, 2015

B. Davis Scholarship

A $1,000 scholarship is available to a student. For more information visit www.financialaidfinder.com/

DEADLINE:  May 25, 2015

National Restaurant Assoc. Education Fund Scholarships

National Restaurant Association Educational Fund (NRAEF) has multiple scholarships for seniors pursuing a career in restaurant or foodservice industry. For more information go online to www.nraef.org 

DEADLINE:  May 27, 2015

Rochester Institute of Technology

Camp for Deaf and Hard-of Hearing Students

Health Care Careers Exploration Camp for high school students entering grades 10-12^th

Students explore a range of career options in health care fields and learn about important issues in health care.  Campers participate in field trips, interact with health care professionals watch medical demonstrations and have hands on experiences in medical laboratory science, microbiology, nutrition and more. For questions email ntidoutreach@ntid.rit.edu details visit www.rit.edu/NTID/Outreach the camp is July 26-31, 2015

DEADLINE May 30, 2015

Caretenders Scholarship

One $500 scholarship will be awarded to the student who writes the best essay for more information visit  www.studentscholarships.org

DEADLINE:  May 31, 2015

$2,000 "No Essay" Scholarship Contest

A scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded every month to a high school senior in a random drawing. Eligibility is not based on GPA or financial need. Students must apply each month for the next drawing at  www.colleges.niche.com/scholarship

DEADLINE:  May 31, 2015

Fifth Month Scholarship

A scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded to a high school senior. Students can apply at  www.scholarshipexperts.com

DEADLINE:  May 31, 2015

L M Scholarship

A scholarship of $500 will be awarded to a high school senior by LM. Students can apply at  www.studentscholarships.org

DEADLINE:  May 31, 2015

Junior & Seniors

Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship

Multiple $1,000 to $2,000 scholarships are available to student athletes who have made positive contributions to their team & to a sport. CRITERIA: GPA 2.5, High School Seniors or juniors. For more information please visit www.positivecoach.org

DEADLINE:  May 31, 2015

Women's Travel National College Essay Scholarship

Multiple scholarships of $1,000 to $2,000 will be awarded to female high school seniors. Students can apply at  www.scholarships4students.com

DEADLINE:  May 31, 2015

Rochester Institute of Technology

 7^th, 8^th, and 9^th grade who are interested in careers in science, technology, engineering and math

Campers will use cool state -of- the-art technology to create a high tech gadget to take home, be a commander on an exciting mission to Mars, conduct laboratory experiments and more.

 The camp is July 25-30, 2015 for more details visit www.rit.edu/NTID/TechGirlz or www.rit.edu/NTID/TechBoyz; for questions please email TechGirlz@ntid.rit.edu or TechBoyz@ntid.rit.edu

DEADLINE: May 31, 2015

Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship

One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a senior pursuing a career in animation. Information available at www.animationcareerreview.com 

DEADLINE:  June 1, 2015

Fraser Institute Scholarship

 The Fraser Institute will award scholarships of $500, $1,000, or $1,500 to the winners of an essay contest. For more information go to www.fraserinstitute.org

DEADLINE:  June 1, 2015

National Academy of Future Physicians Scholarship

One full tuition medical school scholarship and two $10,000 scholarships will be awarded to a senior pursuing a career in medicine. Information available at www.FutureDocs.com 

DEADLINE:  June 1, 2014

Abbott and Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship

A $1,000 AIU Scholarship will be awarded to a student based on his essay on a given topic. For more information go to www.abbottandfenner.com 

DEADLINE:  June 15, 2015

10 Words or Less Scholarship

A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the winner of these 10 words or less contest.  For more information go to www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship

DEADLINE:  June 15, 2015

            You receive a notice in the mail that "guarantees" financial aid for your graduating high school student. In exchange for an advance fee, scholarships, grants and fantastic financial aid packages are yours for the taking. Is this perfect timing?

            With tuition bills skyrocketing and room-and-board costs going through the roof, students and their families are looking for creative ways to fund a college education. While there are companies that provide lists of scholarships for an advance fee, no legitimate company will guarantee or promise scholarships or grants.

            Be wary of companies that offer a money-back guarantee but attach conditions that make it impossible to get a refund. Often "success stories" may be nothing more than paid testimonials. Steer clear of high-pressure salespersons who say you can't get their information anywhere else or that you must act and pay immediately or risk losing the "opportunity."

            Check with you high school counseling office for a list of scholarships, grants and aid that match the student's profile and qualifications. College or career school financial aid offices may also be a good source of information, including websites to assist you in your financial aid search.

More information is available through the Marin County district attorney's consumer protection unit at 473-6495 or through its website at www.co.marin.ca.us/da

*NOVATO HIGH SCHOOL DOES NOT ENDORSE THESE ORGANIZATIONS WE ONLY PROVIDE THE INFORMATION