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Ft. Recovery High School

Guidance/Scholarship Newsletter: April 2013

Monthly guidance newsletters are also available at

by clicking on High School > Guidance Homepage

edited 4-15-13

GENERAL NEWS:

Around FRHS:

1. Seniors: Have you stayed true to your DARE promise to not use drugs or alcohol? If so, you are invited to the annual DARE Luncheon on April 16, 2013 at the Elk’s Club on 127 south of Celina.  Students attending will leave FRHS at 10:45 a.m. and return around 2:00 p.m. Students wishing to attend should contact Mrs. Dilworth ASAP.

Job Opportunities:

2. A Mercer County Farm is looking for a FULL TIME employee. Duties include: grain farming, livestock management (turkeys, hogs), and a CDL will be required. The family would like an ambitious young person who has a love and passion to make agriculture his career. See Mrs. Kaiser or Mr. Hawk for more information.

3. Several LOCAL companies are looking for employees. See Mrs. Kaiser if interested…

• part-time construction help this summer

• cleaning from 4-7:30 p.m.

• J & M is looking for sophomores/juniors this summer that are also interested in joining the workforce right out of high school (farm kids, vocational students, etc.)

• Cooper Farms has two part-time positions: General Labor, Office Position. Must be at least 16 years old. Apply at Cooper Farms in Ft. Recovery or call Susie Fortkamp at 419-375-4116.

4. Need a job? The Workforce Investment Act office in Celina has opportunities for youth (ages 14 and older) and adults. Families must meet income eligibility guidelines. More information can be found at . Call 419.586.7059 or 419.586.5106 ext. 524 (Elizabeth Rinderle) or ext. 529 (Carol Weitzel)

5. Go to for information on jobs in Mercer/Auglaize Counties!

6. Students participating in Co-Op Programs at college can do their Co-Ops here at home! Just contact a local business or the Mercer County Community Development Department for more information. (The same is true for internships and Journeyman’s training.)

Miscellaneous:

7. All students who plan to go to college should take a college entrance exam. An ACT (or SAT) test score is a requirement for admission to many colleges and universities. Most colleges accept either the ACT or the SAT. FRHS students usually take the ACT (1-3 times). Stop by the guidance office and pick up a yellow information sheet, informational flyer, and a practice test prior to registering! (IEP/504 students requesting extended time must see Mrs. Kaiser 2 weeks prior to the registration deadline.)

2012-13 ACT National Test Dates Registration Deadlines

April 13, 2013 March 8, 2013

June 8, 2013 May 3, 2013

September 21, 2013 TBA

October 26, 2013 TBA

**Students can register for the ACT online at . Our CEEB code is 362-165.

2012-13 SAT National Test Dates Registration Deadlines

May 4, 2013 April 5, 2013

June 1, 2013 May 2, 2013

**Students can register for the SAT online at register. Our CEEB code is 362-165.

8. FREE Practice tests:

• Available in the Guidance Office

• sampletest, onlineprep, or

• . (This is a very good website and has practice AP exams as well!). Click on “Learning Express Library”. You will need to create a user account (username and password can be found on p. 33 in your student handbook).

• The U.S. Army sponsors a site to help with test preparation: .

9. ACT Prep Courses:

• Edison Community College and Sylvan Learning Center offer classes to review math and English skills, test taking and time management tips, test questions and practice problems. The classes usually meet 6 weeks prior to each ACT national test date.

10. Need counseling? I have lots of information on private counseling services in the area…just ask!

Summer Opportunities:

11. Ohio University Summer Start Program for high seniors beginning at OU in the fall. Session 1 begins May 13 and session 2 begins July 1. Accepted students will receive $1000 credit. For more information, visit .

12. Wright State: Residential camp in a variety of majors (Science, Theater, Creative Writing, Forensics, Engineering, etc.) Call 937-775-3135.

13. University of Dayton Summer Honors Engineering for HS freshman, sophomores, and juniors is June 17-22. Cost is $650. Register at .

14. University of Dayton: Women in Engineering, July 7-12. See the website for more information: goudayton.edu/wie/. Register by June 1(?).

College and CAREER Info:

15. Want to get a jump start on your college classes? Rhodes State, Lima, is offering an 8-week summer term with courses costing only $98 per quarter hour (start dates May 13, June 3, and June 24). Students may take these classes and transfer them to the college of their choice. Contact Traci Cox for more information: 419-995-8040 or cox.t@rhodesstate.edu.

16. Are you interested in a career in skilled trades? Many of these careers do not require a college education. Contact your local businesses and ask about their apprenticeship and training programs!

17. Articulated Credit: We currently have articulation agreements with some area colleges (WSU Lake, UNOH, for example) for FRHS courses in Accounting, Ag, Tri-Star, etc. You need to ASK your college advisor if you can articulate any of your HS credits to college! This can SAVE you TIME and MONEY.

18. West Central Ohio Workforce Development Initiative offers 10 week courses to become certified CNC machinists and welders. There is an immediate need in this area for manufacturing jobs and skilled workers. Contact angela.hamberg@ for more information.

19. Students attending WSU-Dayton campus: a locally-owned property is available to rent near WSU. Please cell Jim Moeller at 419-305-2597 if you have any questions.

20. Attention Juniors: Many allied health programs (nursing, dental hygiene, radiology, etc.), have pre-admission requirements (i.e. observation hours, specific coursework) and waiting lists. Make an appointment with a college advisor to learn more about the admission process and ask if you should apply in the spring of your junior year.

21. John Jay Center for Learning (affiliated with Ivy Tech State College and Indiana Wesleyan) in Portland, IN offers beginning-level college courses at a very reasonable cost Call 260-729-5525.

22. Interested in joining the military after graduation?

• There is information in the guidance office on all branches of the military.

• Military recruiters visit FRHS (and homes) throughout the year. For additional information about a career in the military, visit .

• NROTC (full-tuition) scholarships are available.

• Attention Juniors: Thinking about attending a Military Academy after graduation? You might want to attend a Summer Seminar to see what life as a cadet is all about. Go to the website of the academy of your choice and look under “Admissions” for more information.

• Anyone interested in entering the Air Force Academy can contact Major Steven Babcock, USAFA Admissions Liaison Officer at: 937-431-2198 (H), 937-255-1282 (W), or Steven.babcock@wpafb.af.mil for more information

23. Prospective College Athletes who plan to play Division I or II sports must register with the appropriate clearinghouse. Both eligibility centers require that test scores (i.e. ACT) be sent directly from the testing agency. See Mrs. Kaiser if you need to register with either of these athletic clearinghouses! Cost is approximately $65.

• NCAA Clearinghouse: . The website provides important information and key steps for high school student-athletes and parents as they begin the initial-eligibility process.

• NAIA: .

24. College Open Houses: most colleges have special visit days. Here is a very short list of what I’ve received in the mail…

• College Fair/Presentation for Students with Disabilities:

o Held at Ohio State (Columbus): April 12

o Pre-registration is required by March 22…see Mrs. Kaiser

• Wright State Main Campus:

o Women in Engineering Day: Spring 2013

Students can schedule visits at wright.edu/admissions

• IPFW Spring Visit Day: April 14 1-3 p.m. Register at

• Edison Community College:  

o April 10-- Business, Education & Human Services

o  April 17-- Arts & Sciences    

25. Students planning to attend UNOH, Rhodes, WSU-LC, etc. should see Mrs. Kaiser for an articulation application to get college credit for some of their HS/Tri-Star classes.

26. Looking for a college or a career that’s right for you?

• Top Pick!! Ohio Career Information System: (username and password can be found on p. 33 of your student handbook). To find colleges with your desired major, click on “school sort” > “undergraduate” and follow the prompts.

• Check out Click on “Students” to begin.

• Another good website is It gives you statistics about many colleges across the nation. These are great websites to help you narrow down your choices!

• was designed by students for students, and features first-person accounts of students who have overcome challenges such as peer pressure, lack of family support, and financial barriers, to go to college.

SCHOLARSHIPS / GRANTS / LOANS:

These are in order by due date. See Mrs. Kaiser for additional information.

27. Application advice:

• If you choose to complete a paper application: Any/all applications you complete should be done in INK (or typed). Do not use pencil—appearance is important.

• Keep a copy of every application you submit.

• Don’t wait too long to complete your applications! You never know when school will be delayed or cancelled, so ask for letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc., well in advance!

• Obey deadlines!

28. Applications for the Paul Lefeld Agricultural Scholarship ($1000) should be available from the Ag and Tri Star teachers.

29. Imagine America Scholarship for 2013 graduates: FRHS can select up to three students to receive this $1000 scholarship—FRHS will award this to the first 3 eligible students who apply each year. Only recent high school graduates who are qualified applicants and who meet the following recommended guidelines should apply: Likelihood of successful completion of postsecondary education, high school grade point average of 2.5 or greater, financial need, and demonstrated voluntary community service during the senior year Students must plan to attend a “career college” (such as Lincoln Tech or Kaplan) to be eligible. Students should visit the website for more information and a list of participating schools. Apply online at imagine-.

30. William D. Squires Scholarships: The William D. Squires Scholarship is primarily need-based and is only for students from Ohio. (Each applicant must have an EFC (from FAFSA/SAR) of less than $8,000.) A minimum GPA of 3.2 is required. Applications are available at: . Deadline for this scholarship is April 5.

31. Mote & Associates Scholarship (Greenville, Ohio): The scholarship is for a commendable student seeking a post high school education or enrolled in an accredited college program in the field of engineering, surveying, architecture, or a closely related field of study. Applications can be completed on-line at ; or may be requested by contacting the company at 937-548-7511. Applications must be returned to the office of Mote & Associates, Inc., 214 West Fourth Street, Greenville, Ohio by April 5.

32. Mercer County Farm Bureau Scholarship: High school seniors entering college (or college freshman entering their second year) in the fall majoring in Agriculture are eligible. Parents of the applicant must be members of the Mercer County Farm Bureau in good standing. A $500 scholarship will be given and student must maintain a 2.0 GPA for the quarter/semester. Applications are due by April 12.

33. The Ohio Association of Career Colleges and Schools (in conjunction with the Ohio Legislature) is awarding over 400 scholarships to 2013 graduating seniors. These awards range from $2,000-$44,000. Applicants must plan to attend one of the specific career-technical colleges listed on the application (Art Institute of Ohio, Brown Mackie ITT, Lincoln Tech, Miami-Jacobs, Kaplan, Virginia-Marti, etc.) to be eligible for these scholarships. All are associate’s degree or diploma programs…see Mrs. Kaiser for a complete list of degree programs and schools. Deadline is April 15.

34. Wright State University has extended the Academic Performance Scholarship Deadline to April 15.  The Academic Performance Scholarships are part of the First-Year Scholarship program.  Not only is the deadline extended, but this year they changed the criteria.  If a student has a least a 22 on their ACT and a 3.0 cumulative GPA, they may be eligible.  Learn more at: .

35. C.R. Meyers Memorial Scholarship ($1000): Applicants must be (or will be) enrolled in a major relating to environmental sciences or environmental education at an accredited Ohio college, university, or technical school. Applications can be found at (left hand side—near the bottom) and are due April 15.

36. Nursing Scholarship: The JTD Hospital Foundation will be offering $1,000 renewable scholarships to local residents studying nursing (full time) for the 2013-2014 academic year. To be eligible for the scholarship, the individual must be a high school senior, current college student, or adult returning to school who is a resident of Auglaize of Mercer counties or graduate of a high school in those counties. Joint Township Hospital and Grand Lake Health System employees are not eligible. Final applicants will be chosen and must be available for interview on June 1. Applications can be found at: by clicking on “nursing scholarship application” on the lower left hand side. Due date is April 19.

37. Gordon Orthodontics, Greenville is offering a $1000 scholarship to HS seniors who are or were previous patients. Application deadline is April 30.

38. Rhodes State Scholarship Opportunities:

• “Rhodes to Success” Achievement Scholarship application is available in the guidance office Requirements include a 3.5 GPA and/or 24 ACT composite. Priority deadline is December 14, but applications will be accepted until May 1.

• “Associate of Arts and Sciences Scholarship” is available for students who plan to attend Rhodes and then transfer to another college or university for their bachelor’s degree. Requirements include a 2.8 GPA and/or 21 ACT composite. Priority deadline is December 14, but applications will be accepted until May 1.

• “Tech Prep” (Tri-Star, PLTW, Ag) graduates are also eligible for a $1000 Tech Prep Scholarship. These awards are renewable for all tech prep students who complete their first year at Rhodes with a 3.0 cum GPA or higher. Deadline is May 1.

• STEM Scholarship for seniors planning to pursue a degree in Information Technology or Engineering Technology: deadline is July 13, 2013 (for fall semester) and December 6, 2013 (for spring semester).

39. B. Davis Scholarship ($1000): This website was developed solely for the purpose of helping students locate and apply for scholarships: . Deadline is May 27.

40. Dayton’s CW Televisions and WSU Scholarship: Win a 4-year scholarship to Wright State University by writing an essay with a maximum of 500 words entitled “Who or what experience influenced me to choose my major/field of study?””. Deadline is May 27.

41. US Bank Scholarships: U.S. Bank will again award up to forty $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors planning to enroll next fall at an eligible four-year college participating in the U.S. Bank No Fee Education Loan Program. Scholarship award recipients are selected through a random drawing process. Further details, including college or university eligibility, can be found on the website. Students can apply online at: now through May 2013.

42. Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship Program ($1000): Open to seniors who: intend to pursue an animation related field at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Visit the website for more information: , and search “scholarships”. Deadline to apply is June 1.

43. Aspiring Pharmacy Technician Scholarship Program ($1000): Open to high school seniors. Visit . The application link can be found on the right side of the page. Deadline to apply is June 1.

44. The Mercer County Civic Foundation has a small pool of student loan funds available to undergraduate students. These low-interest $900 college loans are renewable, and the 4% interest rate does not begin to accrue until 6 months after graduation from college, and are interest-free if repaid within that time. Interested students should call Glenn Hux at 419/586-9950 for an application. Applications are due by June 1.

45. Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship: To apply for this $1,000 scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic found on the website. The A&F Scholarships are available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any accredited post secondary institution who are between the ages of 16 and 30. More information can be found at . Registration deadline is June 14.

46. BigSun Scholarship: The BigSun Organization is offering a $500 scholarship to a student athlete. The successful applicant will be a high school senior participating in a sport OR be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution. Visit our website at to learn how to apply. Deadline is June 21.

47. Sussle Scholarship ($5000): Sussle is an encyclopedia of the things YOU care about. This is not your usual scholarship. There is no application or essay, and it's actually fun. By participating, you will be posting your knowledge for the benefit of others, and in return, the best contributor will win the scholarship. Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate or graduate students as of Fall 2013 at an accredited college or university in the United States, US citizen or legal permanent resident. See to enter. Deadlines: June 30 and December 31 each year.

48. The Ohio Gamma Chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity is offering six Balanced Man Scholarships totaling over $14,000 to the outstanding freshman males entering the following Ohio colleges: OSU, Miami, UC, Bowling Green and Toledo next year. Applicants are in no way obligated to join the fraternity. Application deadlines vary by school (July 1-September 27). See or Mrs. Kaiser for details.

49. AES Engineers Scholarship ($500-open to all majors): Applicants must answer one of the essay questions from the website at . Their belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason they are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted. Deadline is October 4, 2013.

50. American Legion Scholarships: Students can access the Need A Lift? College and Financial Aid Handbook online at . This catalog lists scholarships, grants, and loans. It also contains extensive information on scholarships for veteran’s dependents.

51. The University of Findlay is offering $3000/year for 4 years to students who plan to major in math education through the Austin E. Knowlton Foundation. Call 1-800-548-0932, or email admissions@findlay.edu if you have any questions.

52. 4-H Scholarships: Ohio 4-H offers a variety of scholarships to its members—most of these being for current year graduates and a few for members already attending college. The application and information is available on the Website at . Click on the 4H for Youth>Teens>Awards & Scholarships. Check the website for more details and deadlines.

53. Loans for Future Medical Students: The Medical Educational Foundation Academy of Medicine of Lima and Allen County is offering no-interest loans to assist with tuition while students are in medical school. If interested, call Susan L. Hubbell, M.D. at (419) 226-9810.

54. Ft. Recovery Post 345 American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships: There are several scholarships available and details/due dates can be found on their website: .

• National President’s Scholarship ($2500):

• Department President’s Scholarship ($1500)

• Continuing Education Grant ($200)

• Non-Traditional Student Scholarship ($1000)

• Spirit of Youth Scholarship ($4,000)

• Samsung Scholarship (for Buckeye Boys/Girls State Participants)

• Past President’s Parley- Nurses Scholarship:

55. American Legion Scholarships: There are several more scholarships available via their website: scholarships.

• American Legion Legacy

• American Legion Baseball

• Samsung Scholarship (for Buckeye Boys/Girls State Participants)

• National High School Oratorical Contest

• Eagle Scout of the Year

• The Eight and Forty Lung and Respiratory Disease Nursing Scholarship Fund

• Need a Lift (national publication of more Legion Scholarships)

56. Looking for more scholarships?

• Try a Google search (ex. “scholarships for communications majors”)

•

• (they have links for your specific age (HS, college, adult), and grade!)

•

• needalift (sponsored by the American Legion)

Remember: you should never pay to apply for a scholarship.

57. If you are lucky enough to receive a scholarship, be sure to send a Thank-You note showing your appreciation!

Upcoming Dates:

• April 16 DARE Luncheon

• April 17 Student Council Service Day

• April 26 Prom

• April 29 HS Academic Awards Banquet

• May 6-15 AP Exams

• May 19 FRHS Commencement (2 p.m.)

If you have additional questions, please stop by the guidance office or email me at: kaisera@

-Mrs. Kaiser

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