HSAP Testing Begins (2014)

Blue Jacket Family: HSAP testing will begin tomorrow, April 1 and end Thursday, April 3. All second year high school students are required to take this test and pass all three parts per SC High School requirements. The test will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m.  If your child is scheduled to take the HSAP test, please make sure they are at school on time and well rested.  Good luck to all of our students taking HSAP. GO BIG BLUE!

More Scholarship Opportunities from the AHS Guidance Department

Peter Pasula Study Habits Scholarship - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: April 1,2014)
Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall of 2014.

2)   Must be enrolled by the fall of 2014 in any level of any program that is two years in length or longer.

3)   Must answer the essay question found on the application form.

Applications can be found by going to: www.mortgagebrokeralberta.ca

 Whittemore High School Alumni Association Scholarship

Criteria

Applicant must be a descendant of a Whittemore High School Graduate. (Verification of graduate's attendance required.)

Applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grading scale.

A letter of recommendation from a teacher or someone who knows you well is required. The person may not be a relative. Attach the letter to the last page of the application along with a current transcript.

Scholarship may be used at any institution of higher learning, excluding any US Military Academies.

The number of recipients and amount of scholarships will be determined by the scholarship committee and the availability of funds.

Please include a wallet size photo to the school official's page

Applications are available in your school's guidance office, your church, or by request to:

Whittemore Alumni Association PO Box 1857 Conway, SC 29528

Applications may be mailed to the Association's PO Box listed above or mailed to:

Mrs. Jerrlyn Gaghum. Scholarship Chairperson

434 McKeiver Street

Conway. SC 29527

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline April 15^th

The Low Country Herb Society is awarding two individual $1,250.00.scholarships to two graduating seniors in Georgetown or Horry County. The scholarships will be awarded to applicants interested in pursuing studies that may promote the use of herbs.

Though not limited in the following areas, the studies may be in agriculture, landscape planning, flora culture, forestry, aromatherapy, culinary arts, turf farming, nursery management, pharmacy and alternative medicine.

Applications must be received by April 18 and sent to:

Carol Austin, Scholarship Chairperson

113 Berkshire Loop

Pawleys Island SC 29585

Tel. 843-235-2649

E-Mail: CarolsMaryKav@SC.RR.com

The scholarship students will be invited to attend the annual Low Country Society picnic in May where the scholarship awards will be presented.

 See Guidance for an application.

The Grand Strand Chapter of the MOAA is pleased to announce the availability of $1,000.00 scholarships for our area and would welcome your school's participation in publicizing this fact. MOAA is a civic-minded organization with the goal of encouraging service to our country and helping young people achieve related goals.

These scholarships will be awarded based on merit and are available to Seniors enrolled in the JROTC program who plan to continue their education. The enclosed application provides necessary details for interested students. Please note that a Letter of Recommendation and a copy of the student's High School Transcript must accompany each application. These documents should be mailed to

The Grand Strand Chapter of the MOAA Attn.: Scholarship P.O. Box 71198 Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

and must be received by April 18, 2014.

We would appreciate your assistance in bringing this scholarship to the attention of your JROTC Seniors. The selected applicant(s) will be notified in writing in May and will be recognized at a MOAA dinner.

Please see guidance for an application.

Your Favorite Car Scholarship - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: April 30, 2014)
Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be attending an accredited post-secondary institution by the fall of 2014 at the latest.

2)   Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a program that is at least two years in length.

Applications can be found by going to: www.vancouverdealerships.ca

 MAY:

Extend the Dream Student Scholarships

About the Extend the Dream Scholarship

In 2011, SACAC initiated Extend the Dream Scholarships to recognize and reward deserving students. This scholarship is awarded based on financial need, academic achievement and community service. Awards are in the amount of $1,000 and are not renewable.  The Extend the Dream Student Scholarship is provided through funds from the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling.

Scholarship Criteria

Applicant must be a current high school senior graduating from a public, private, parochial high school or home school located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee or the Caribbean.

Applicant must be accepted by and plan to attend an accredited, non-proprietary, technical, community or four-year college in the fall following his/her graduation.

Applicant must have at least a 2.75 grade point average for grades 9-12.

Applicant must have financial need.

Go to http://www.sacac.org/assets/2013%20etd%20scholarship%20application.pdf to get an application.

Deadline is Friday, May 23,2014. If you have any questions, contact Joyce Mai, SACAC Grants Chair, atjoyce_mai@ncsu.edu.

 MCO Scholarship - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: May 15, 2014)

Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be attending college or university no later than December of 2014.

2)   Must be attending college or university on a full-time basis by December of 2014.

3)   Must submit an answer to the essay question no later than 11:59 PM EST on May 15, 2014.

4)   Must be currently in your last year of high school or a freshman, sophomore, or junior in college/university.

Applications can be found by going to: www.studentscholarships.org/available_scholarships_2014.php

Find a Law Scholarship - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: May 15, 2014)
Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be enrolled in full-time studies at a college, trades, or technical school by no later than the Fall of 2014.

2)   Must currently reside in the United States and intend on continuing studies in the United States.

3)   Must complete the Online Form and Short Question by no later than May 15, 2014.

Applications can be found by going to: www.studentscholarships.org/lawyerscholarships.php

Maple Leaf Dentistry Scholarship - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: May 30, 2014)
Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be attending school at the undergraduate level in the fall of 2014 and can be enrolled in any year.

2)   Must have contributed at least 100 hours of volunteer work over the last 2 calendar years.

3)   Must possess a GPA of 3.0 or higher in his/her last academic year.

Applications can be found by going to: www.peterboroughdentists.com/dentists.php

LM Scholarship Program - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: May 31, 2014)
Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be currently enrolled or expect to be enrolled in a degree program by September.

2)   Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question.

Applications can be found by going to: www.forkliftcertificationsurrey.com

 June:

Odenza Vacations College Scholarship - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: June 1, 2014)
Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st, 2014

2)   Must submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page.

3)   Must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

Applications can be found by going to: www.odenzavacationsscholarships.com

Got a Spine Scholarship - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: June 2, 2014)

Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be attending college or university no later than October of 2014.

2)   Must be attending college or university on a full-time basis by October of 2014.

3)   Must have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during the last academic year.

Applications can be found by going to: www.studentscholarships.org/2014_college_scholarships.php

Global Lift Equipment Scholarship - $500- 1 Award (Deadline: June 15, 2014)
Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be currently attending or planning on attending a post-secondary institution no later than the Fall of 2014.

2)   Must submit a short story. Detailed instructions can be found on the application page.

3)   Must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

Applications can be found by going to: www.usedforkliftssouthcarolina.com

Lift Parts Express Scholarship - $500 - 1 Award (Deadline: June 30, 2014)

Student Eligibility:

1)   Must be a current Senior in High School or

2)   Be a Freshman or Sophomore in College/University

3)   Must be enrolled or expected to be enrolled by the Fail of 2014

Applications can be found by going to: www.forkliftpartspennsylvania.com

School Board Forgives All But Two Days Missed During Ice Storms

The Horry County School Board of Education voted unanimously to forgive all but two instructional days missed during recent winter ice storms. Last week, Governor Nikki Haley signed a resolution allowing local school boards to waive up to five days missed due to inclement weather, yet requires districts to use designated make-up days first. Schools in the Aynor and Green Sea Floyds attendance areas missed a total of seven days, while all other attendance areas missed six days. February 17 was a make-up day for all schools. March 28 is a second make-day for schools, except for Daisy Elementary School. As the District’s only year-round school, Daisy’s second make-up day is April 9.

Teachers and staff who were unable to work during the storms will make up missed days at the end of the school year, providing new opportunities for staff development. 

AHS Guidance News (Scholarship Information)

From the Aynor High School Guidance Office: Below are several scholarship opportunities. Please read all of the information and contact your guidance counselor if you have questions or need more information. 

Joye Law Firm is offering you the opportunity to win a college scholarship to help further your education. Our firm will offer six $2,000 scholarships to graduating seniors in South Carolina who plan to attend a four-year institution of higher learning in the fall.

Selection of the recipients is based on written essays, school activities, positions of leadership, special honors and awards, community involvement, academic performance, and professional pursuits. Deadline to apply is April 1.  Go to http://www.joyelawfirm.com/scholarship/#axzz2vryCdQ4x to apply.

Extend the Dream Student Scholarships

About the Extend the Dream Scholarship

In 2011, SACAC initiated Extend the Dream Scholarships to recognize and reward deserving students. This scholarship is awarded based on financial need, academic achievement and community service. Awards are in the amount of $1,000 and are not renewable.  The Extend the Dream Student Scholarship is provided through funds from the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling.

Scholarship Criteria

Applicant must be a current high school senior graduating from a public, private, parochial high school or home school located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee or the Caribbean.

Applicant must be accepted by and plan to attend an accredited, non-proprietary, technical, community or four-year college in the fall following his/her graduation.

Applicant must have at least a 2.75 grade point average for grades 9-12.

Applicant must have financial need.

Go to http://www.sacac.org/assets/2013%20etd%20scholarship%20application.pdf to get an application. Deadline is Friday, May 23,2014. If you have any questions, contact Joyce Mai, SACAC Grants Chair, atjoyce_mai@ncsu.edu.

McDonald's Ray Kroc Youth Achievement Scholarship Application:

Once again, your local McDonald's owner/operators are happy to be offering one student at each participating high school a $1,000.00 scholarship. This year the McDonald's Scholarship Program will honor students who demonstrate the characteristics exemplified by McDonald's founder, Ray Kroc - persistence, determination, hard work and a dedication to excellence. The award honors the unsung heroes of the class - not necessarily those identified as recipients of prestigious sports or scholarship awards, but those students who have earned the respect of his/her peers and teachers alike. Applications are available for interested students in the guidance office for students that have been accepted at a 2 or 4 year college. Students need to return the completed applications to the guidance department no later than April 25, 2014. In addition, all area high school Ray Kroc Student Achievement Scholarship recipients will be highlighted on a trayliner that will be featured in the Horry and Georgetown County McDonald's restaurants in mid June. The trayliner will recognize the students and highlight their achievements and college choices.

Morello Named SC Coach of the Year

 
Congratulations to AHS' John Morello for being selected as the 1A/2A State of South Carolina Coach of the Year! John has been the AHS Wrestling Coach for nine years. GO BIG BLUE!

WMBF Names Nash "Student of the Week"

Congratulations to D.Q. Nash for being selected as the WMBF (NBC) News Student of the Week. Ms. Altman, AHS Athletic Director, presented D.Q. with a plaque and a $50.00 gift card. Go Big Blue!

Blue Jackets Celebrate Reading

Members of the Blue Jacket Book Club traveled to Aynor Elementary this week to read to students. The adventure was in honor of Read Across America Day. According to the National Education Association's website, "Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2, the birthday of beloved children's author, Dr. Seuss." Blue Jackets celebrate reading; Go Big Blue!