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2011- 2012 Scholarships & Awards

Scholarship/Award
Requirements
Amount
Deadline
Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest

High school student.
Submit Essay no longer than 500 words.
A completed entry/parental waiver form must accompany each essay. Available on website. Essays must include student's contact information.
Winners must be Florida residents and be able to provide a Social Security number.

Special Instructions: Winners will be notified the week of October3, 2011.
Information available in Media.

Hispanic Heritage Month Committee
820 East Park Avenue, Suite E-100
Tallahassee, Florida 32301

Website: www.FloridaHispanicHeritage.com

4 Year Florida Prepaid College Plan
Postmarked by September 23, 2011
AES Engineering Scholarship

Students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words in answer to the following questions on the website:

1. What impact will the Natural Disaster of 2010 have on the global economy?
2. How should these events affect future political, business and personal decisions?

Special Instructions: Submit essay to scholarships@aesengineers.com
Full details are available on the website.

Website: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

$500.00
October 7, 2011
Barnes Scholarship

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be a legal resident of and attend school in one of the following counties in the state of Florida: Citrus, Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough.
Must enroll as a full time college student.
Must be a high school senior at time of application.

Apply on-line at www.tampabay.com/scholarships

St. Petersburg Times Fund, Inc.
P.O. Box 1121
St. Petersburg, FL 33731-1121

Web site: www.tampabay.com/scholarships

$15,000.00 for
4 years
October 15, 2011
VFW Voice of Democracy


3-5 minute recording of your audio essay.
Theme:"Is there pride in serving in our military?"
Available to grades 9-12

Return your application and recording to Mr. Metzger in the Media Center
by October 24, 2011

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8154
2954 Paul S Buchman Highway
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
www.vfw.org

Up to $30,000.00 October 24, 2011
SunTrust Off To College Scholarship

High school senior can enter for a chance to win.

Apply On-line: offtocollege.info or suntrusteducation.com

$1,000.00
October 28, 2011 - May 11, 2012
Horation Alger Scholarship

Senior student and must be planning to attend a college in the United States. Critical financial need, preferably $50,000.00 or lower adjusted gross income per family.

Involvement in co-curricular and community service activities.
Minimum GPA 2.0 and US citizen
Copy of Federal Tax return.

Apply on-line www.horatioalger.org/scholarships

Horation Alger Scholarship Programs
PO Box 4030
Iowa City, IA 52243

Website: www.horatioalger.org/scholarships

$2,500.00 - $20,000.00 October 30, 2011
Prudential Spirit of Community Award

 

Complete online application.
Submit certification page to principal or the leader of several approved organizations. Print out signature page, sign it, and then submit to International Scholarship and Tuition Services by November 1, 2011.
Paper applications are available by calling (877) 525-8491.

Special Instructions: Apply on-line at http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit - click on the "Apply Now" link and follow on screen instructions.

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
1904 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1537

Website: http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit

$1,000.00 and trip to Washington
November 1, 2011
American Legion National High School Oratorical Contest

Must be a high school student.
Must be a US citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States.
Students and parents/guardians must be legal residents of Florida.

See information in Media Center scholarship folder then contact your American Legion Post-contact information listed below

The American Legion Dept. of Florida
P.O. Box 547859
Orlando, FL 32854-7859

Website: www.floridalegion.org

$100.00 - $18,000.00 November 18, 2011
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship

High school senior.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Record of employment, community service, honors/awards, leadership, and essay.
Parent's financial information required.
Return completed application and all attachments to Mr. Metzger in the Media Center by due date or students can also mail to address below at least three days prior to due date.

Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Essay topic: "Using one of the leadership roles or extracurricular activities you prioritized as being important to you, describe what impact the experience had on you, what you contributed, what you learned about yourself, and how it has influenced your plans for the future." (essay topic is also on application)

BPOE #2731
6851 Wire Road
Zephyr hills, FL 33542
warlocks/elf/scholars/meshwork

Renewable $1,000-$ December 2, 2011
Career Journalism Scholarship

Senior in public or private school.
Essay 500-800 words describing your journalism experience or why you are interested in Journalism as a career. Essay 1000-1500 words reflecting how you are affected by the work of journalists. A letter telling which college you plan to attend/total costs/other financial aid sources, etc. Portfolio of your journalistic work. 3 Letters of Recommendation.

St. Petersburg Times Fund, Inc.
St Petersburg Times
P.O. Box 1121
St. Petersburg, FL 33731-1121

Website: www.tampabay.com/scholarships

$2,500.00 for 4 years January 5, 2012
American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship

US Citizen or eligible non-citizen

Special Instructions: Apply on-line:
www.americancollegefoundation.org

use free invitation code M4869

American College Foundation Visionary Scholarship
19711 Gulf Boulevard
Ste. A
Indian Shores, FL 33785

Up to $5,000.00 January 5, 2012
John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest

See application for all requirements.

You must have a teacher to provide you with support and advice during the writing of your essay.

John F. Kennedy Library Foundation
Profile in courage Essay Contest
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125

Website: www.jfklibrary.org

$500.00-$10,000.00 awards available January 7, 2012
Project Weather Scholarship - Bay News 9

Must be a senior.
3.5 GPA
Must excel in science.
Must attend high school within the Bay News 9 viewing area.
1 Letter of Recommendation

Application available on-line at www.baynews9.com

Project Weather Scholarship
c/o Bay News 9
700 Carillon Parkway, Ste. 9
St. Petersburg, FL 33716

Website: www.baynews9.com/projectweather

$1,000.00 January 7, 2012
Burger King Scholars

Resident of U.S.
High School Senior
2.5 GPA or higher
Planning to enroll as a full-time student for the 2012-2013 academic year at an accredited two or four-year university, or technical school

Burger King Scholars Program
Scholarship America
One Scholarship Way
P.O. Box 297
Saint Peter, MN 56082
Visit Foundation Web Site

$1,000.00 - $50,000.00 January 10, 2012
Pasco County Association of Educational Office Professionals

Graduating Senior.
3 Letters of Recommendation (see application)
Academic performance, test scores, school citizenship and activities will be considered.
Demonstrate financial need.
Must include official transcript.

Contact Information:
Cindy Tucker 813-794-7966
Kathi Maszkiewiczy 813-794-2418
Alan Ford 813-794-2591

District School Board of Pasco County
Pasco Co. Assoc. of Educational Office Professionals
P.O. Box 1248
Land O'Lakes, FL 34638

$300.00 - $500.00 January 13, 2012
Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship

Must be a senior or sophomore and US Citizen or permanent resident alien.
Resident of Florida and live in Pasco County for 12 months prior to receiving scholarship.
2.7 weighted GPA or above and college-level standardized test scores.
Must be eligible for free/reduced meals at school.
Must agree to remain drug and crime-free after being selected.
Must start using scholarship within 12 months of graduation.

Cannot be a recipient of a Take Stock, doorways, or similar scholarship program that uses matching funds from the Stat of Florida.

Application must be turned into Mr. Metzger AT ZHS on or before the deadline date.

60 credit hours to a
Florida College
January 24, 2012
Anne Frank Outstanding Scholarship Award

Graduating senior.
Essay.
Community leader/contributor.
Accepted to a four-year college.
Exemplify commitment, ideals and courage that Anne Frank represents today.

Spirit of Anne Frank Awards
The Anne Frank Center USA
44 Park Place
New York, NY 10007

$10,000 Must be postmarked by January 31, 2012
KFC Colonel's Scholars Program

Senior graduate.
2.75 GPA
Enroll in public in-state college or university.
Be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Demonstrate financial need.
Has entrepreneurial spirit.

KFC Colonel's Scholars Program
PO Box 4030
Iowa City, IA 52243-4030

www.kfcscholars.org

 

Up to $5,000 per year, renewable February 8, 2012
Best Buy Scholarship

Grades 9-12
Good Grades
Community service work or work experience

Must Apply Online at http://www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com/scholarship

$1,000, one time award February 15 ,2012
National Co-Op Scholarship

3.5 GPA
Complete all the required admissions applications and be accepted for the 2012-2013 academic year at one of the WACE Partner Institutions listed below.

WACE Partner Institutions: Drexel University, Johnson & Wales, Kettering University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, or the Wentworth Institute of Technology.

WACE
600 Suffolk Street
Lowell, MA 01854
www.co-op.edu

$6,000 renewable February 15, 2012
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship

Demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship at school, at home, at the workplace, and within the community.
Be nominated by an eligible community leader, such as a high school principal, elected official or executive director of a nonprofit organization.
Be recommended by an authority figure, such as a student faculty advisor, community service coordinator, coach, employer, teacher, counselor or religious leader.

Demonstrate strong academic performance (3.0 or greater GPA or equivalent).
Demonstrate financial need and be a citizen of the United States of America.
Graduate from high school in Winter 2011 or spring 2012.
Use scholarship funds for student tuition, room, and board while pursuing a bachelor's degree at an accredited U.S. college or university in Fall 2012.

www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships

$10,000, renewable for 3 more years February 17, 2012
FASFEPA Vivian Scott Scholarship

3.0 GPA
Completed application.
List of student organizations, activities, honors, awards, service to community.
Must demonstrate a financial need.
2 letters of recommendation.

Counselor main to:
Jeffrey Eakins
Director of Federal Programs
901 E. Kennedy
Tampa, FL 33602

$1,000 February 24, 2012
David Logan Scholarship

3.5 GPA
Must have participated in athletics.
2 Letters of Recommendation - 1 from high school coach, 1 from teacher

This Scholarship is granted to promote athletics and academics. Winners are selected based upon academic and athletic accomplishments.

David Logan Scholarship
c/o Bright House Sports Network
7901 66th Street North
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
www.baynews9.com

varies Postmarked by February 28, 2012
Friends of 440 Scholarship

Senior
2.7 GPA
Must be a dependent or descendant of workers who were injured or killed in the course of their employment and who received benefits under the Florida Workers' Compensation Law. In addition, dependents or individuals who primarily work in the operation and/or administration of this law are eligible to receive scholarships.

Online Application
www.440scholarship.org
$750 - $4,000
renewable annually
February 28, 2012
Regions Riding Forward Scholarship

Be a high school senior.
Plan to attend college in the fall of 2012.
Maintain minimum 2.0 GPA in school.
Online application.

500-word application on a n African American, past or present who has inspired you.

www.regions.com/ridingforward

$5,000 February 29, 2012
American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year

Must have earned Eagle Award and religious emblem.
Must be a high school student and Florida resident.
Must be in a troop chartered to an American Legion Post of the son or grandson of a Legion Member or parent eligible to join The American Legion Department of Florida.
Letters of recommendation.

Application may be downloaded at: http://www.legion.org/documents/legion/pdf/eaglescoutnomform.pdf

The American Legion Dept. of Florida
Department Headquarters
P.O. Box 547859
Orlando, FL 32854-7859

$2,500 - $10,000 March 1, 2012
American Legion General Scholarship

Senior student.
Must be direct descendent, child, or grandchild, great-grandchild, or a legally adopted child of a member in good standing of The American Legion Department of Florida; or deceased U.S. veteran who would have been eligible for membership in The American Legion.
Parents must be Florida residents.

Online Application: www.floridalegion.org

The American Legion Dept. of Florida|
Department Headquarters
P.O. Box 547859
Orlando, FL 32854-7859

$500 - $2,500 March 1, 2012
American Legion JROTC Cadet of the Year

Senior student.
Student must be enrolled in Florida high school and member of Air Force, Army, marine, Navy, or Coast Guard JROTC.
Parents must be Florida residents.
Must be chosen by JROTC commanding officer.
Only one application per JROTC unit will be accepted.

JROTC Commanding officer must request application from Career Specialist, from department headquarters, address listed below, by calling (407) 295-2631 Ext. 222, or by email to cpolk@floridalegion.org.

www.floridalegion.org
The American Legion Dept. of Florida
Department Headquarters
P.O. Box 547859
Orlando, FL 32854-7859

$500 - $2,500 March 1, 2012
Withlacoochee River Electric Company

Be a high school senior and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA
Be bona fide residents within the service area of Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative, Inc., for at least one year prior to December 31.
Be the dependent of a Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative, Inc., member.
Plan to attend an in-state college, university or technical school full time (minimum of 12 credit hours per semester). Schools must be accredited by one of the six regional accrediting institutions, such as SACS, recognized by the Council Occupational Education or its equivalent.
Maintain a 2.0 GPA (each semester or higher if mandated by the institution) to maintain eligibility.

Completed applications must be returned to WREC Educational Foundation, P.O. Box 278, Dade City, FL 33526-0278. The screening and recommendation of candidates will be at the discretion of a committee designated by WREC.

WREC
P.O. Box 278
Dade City, FL 33526-0278

www.wrec.net/educational_foundation

$6.000 maximum, $750.00 March 7, 2012
Kohl's Cares Scholarship Program

Must be a student ages 6-18 and not yet a graduate.
Actions on behalf of others must be described in detail and be above and beyond what would usually be expected for the age of the student.
Volunteer efforts must have occurred in the last year.
Winners are chosen based on the project, benefits and outcome.

Apply online
Refer to online eligibility criteria requirements.
After application, there is a nomination process.

http://www.kohlskids.com/

$50-$10,000 March 15, 2012
Masters and Wardens of the Florida Masons

Senior students
3.0 GPA
Will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning.
Brief essay (see included topic)
Must enter college within one semester after being awarded scholarship.
Submit completed application.

Chairman of Scholarship Committee
Masters & Wardens Association
4501 Hwy. 48 W
Bushnell, FL 33513

$500.00 March 23, 2012
Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce

Senior.
Pursuing a vocational or academic degree at an institution of higher learning.
2 Letters of Recommendation.
Record of Community Service.

Essay: Describe a personal experience that has motivated or inspired you to pursue your further education goals.

Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce
38550 5th Avenue
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
www.zephyrhillschamber.org

$500.00 each (4 recipients) March 30, 2012
Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund

US citizen or permanent resident of US
GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
Senior student attending four-year college or university within the 50 states.
Demonstrated leadership abilities through community service.
Combined adjusted income of parents cannot exceed $1000,000.

The application and supporting documentation must be received or postmarked on or before the deadline date of March 31, 2012.

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship fund
ATTN: Abraham Scott
P.O. Box 1023
Springfield, VA 22151

$2,500.00 March 31, 2012
Rosemary Trottman Zephyrhills Historical Association Scholarship

Senior student.
250-300 word essay on the student's view of the Zephyrhills community, interests, and future plans.

ZHA Scholarship
7227 Jason Drive
Zephyrhills, FL 33541

Alternate Contact: Jerry Pritcher 813-788-2547

$1,000.00 March 31, 2012
Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Students can be attending public, private, or home school but must be a high school senior.
Must be a resident of one of the following counties in Florida: Charlotte, Citrus, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Hillsborough, Lee, Levy, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas or Sumter.
Students must demonstrate a financial need.
Scholarship recipients must attend an accredited four year, 2 year college or technical/vocational school in the State of Florida.
Students who are Directors, employees, or family members of Directors or employees of Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union, MEMBERS Title Company, MEMBERS Insurance Services or MEMBERS Trust Company are not eligible for this scholarship.

Students must apply online at: www.suncoastfcu.org
No paper applications will be accepted.

One of each of the following scholarships will be awarded:
$10,000 scholarship to a student attending a 4-year university (renewable).
$6,000 scholarship to a student attending a 2-year college (renewable).
Up to $4,000 scholarship to a student attending a vocational or technical program
(non-renewable).

Up to $4,000, $6,000, or $10,000 March 31, 2012
The Law Firm for Family Law College Scholarship

Applicant must be a Florida resident.
Applicant must be a senior at an accredited high school in Pinellas or Pasco County.
Applicant must be going to attend an accredited university in the US full time in the fall of the year the scholarship is awarded.
Each award is a one-time award only, no renewal scholarships will be awarded.
Applicant must demonstrate scholarship - in the complete sense - consistent with their capacity and circumstances.
The applicant should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
the decisions of the selection committee are final and cannot be appealed.

the Law Firm For Family Law
4625 East Bay drive, Suite #305
Clearwater, FL 33766

www.TheLawFirmForFamilyLaw.com

$500.00 - $1,000.00 March 31, 2012
MacDill Officers' Spouses' Club Scholarship

Requirements: Senior and a resident of the Tampa Bay area.
Dependent, family member of active duty member, retired active duty member, or a deceased military member who was an active duty member or retired at the time of death.
SAT or ACT scores.
See application for additional requirements.

Please read the eligibility portion of the application and verify you are eligible to apply.

Scholarship Chairperson
PO Box 6506
Macdill AFB, Tampa, FL 33608-0506

www.macdillosc.com

Varies March 31, 2012
VFW Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest High school student grades 9-12
Artwork must be on paper or canvas
See application/handout for specific artwork details

See handout in Media for details.
Submit entries to Mr. Metzger in the Media Center by March 31, 2012

www.vfw.org
Up to $10,000 March 31, 2012
Trinity Rotary Scholarship

Senior
Essay (limited to 250 words)
Letter of recommendation form three of the following: present or former employer, religious leader, Guidance Counselor, Teacher/Principal, or Civic Organizational leader

Application and supporting documentation must be postmarked by April 1, 2012

Address: The Rotary Club of Trinity
PO Box 238
New Port Richey, FL 34656

Varies Postmarked by April 1, 2012
DeBartolo Family Foundation Scholarship

Academic excellence despite financial obstacles.
Copy of page 1 of student's family's Federal Income Tax Return from the previous two years.

Special Instructions: Students must mail in application by the due date. applications available in Media.

Address: Lake Magdalene Centre
15436 N. Florida Avenue
Suite 200
Tampa, FL 33613
813-964-8302

www.debartolofamilyfoundation.com

$2,500 one-time award April 2, 2012
Moose Nursing Scholarship

Senior boy or girl.
Complete the General Scholarship application available on ZHS website.
Must be going into the field of Nursing.
must be already accepted to college.
2 Letters of Recommendation
Recipient must attend 1 Women of Moose meeting by December 2012.

Special Instructions: Turn in completed application materials to Mr. Metzger by the deadline.

Address: Loyal Order of Moose #2276
3211 Gall Blvd.
Zephyrhills, FL 33541

$500.00 April 11, 2012
Elodee McCormick Scholarship

Senior.
3 Letters of Recommendation.
Must plan to major in education.
Based on academic aptitude, achievement, leadership & communication skills.
(You can also apply for the state level of the Florida Retired Educators Foundation)

Contacts:
Joan Knowles 813-788-4980
Ellie Grudzinski 352-567-69195

Elodee McCormick Scholarship
4923 17th Street
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

$300 - $500 April 13, 2012
Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce COGEN Scholarship

Senior.
Must be attending St. Leo University in the fall of 2012/2013.
500 word essay on "Why Education is Important".
3.0 GPA

Special Instructions: Must be received by the Chamber through the mall by April 13, 2012.

Address: Greater Dade City Chamber of Commerce
Attn: John Moors
14112 8th Street
Dade City, FL 33525

Website: www.dadecitychamber.org

$1,5000.00 April 13, 2012
Theodore R. and Vivian M. Johnson Scholarship
Children of UPS

Senior student.
Must be dependent of United Parcel Service (UPS) employee or retiree in Florida.
Must attend university, community college or vocational school in Florida.
Demonstrate a need for scholarship assistance.
Official transcript.

Awards: $1,000-$10,000 per year for four-year college, $1,000-$5,000 per year for community college or vocational-technical schools; awards are renewable for three additional years until a bachelor's degree is earned, provided full-time enrollment is maintained.

The Theodore R. and Vivian M. Johnson Scholarship Program
Scholarship Management Services
One Scholarship Way
Saint Peter, MN 56082
www.jsf.bz

$1,000 - $10,000 April 15, 2012
Alpha Delta Kappa Gamma Chi Chapter Scholarship

Senior.
2 Letters of Recommendation
Based of financial need.
Essay

Special Instructions: Additional contacts: -Ann Crawford (813)-782-7394

Address: Alpha Delta Kappa Gamma Chi Chapter
P.O. Box 403
Zephyrhills, FL 33539

$500.00 + April 16, 2012
Brandon Carvalho Memorial Scholarship

Senior.
2.0 GPA or above
Involvement with high school athletics.
Plan to attend vocational/technical school or community college.

Special Instructions
Essay Topic: "What makes you worthy of receiving this scholarship in Brandon's name?"
Note: If using the Pasco Educational Foundation scholarship application, please see Mr. Metzger in the Media Center for a copy. The General Scholarship application is available on the ZHS Scholarship & Awards link.

Address: Ms. Peeples & Mr. Carvalho
39704 Meadowood Loop
Zephyrhills, FL

$500 each (2 recipients) April 20, 2012
San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Senior.
Completed application.
Must be a member of the San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union (only $5 to join).
Copy of current transcript.
2 letters of recommendation from school staff.

Essay: "Credit Unions and Banks, what's the difference?"
You must be a member of the credit union to apply.

San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union
37925 Church Avenue
Dade City, FL 33525
www.sacfcu.org

Varies $1,000 - $2,500 April 26, 2012
Noon Rotary Academic Scholarship

Senior.
2 Letters of Recommendation.
ACE worksheet.
Copy of ACT/SAT test scores

Must have an interview for this scholarship. You will be notified of date
and time if you are chosen for an interview.

Noon Rotary
5720 Gall Blvd.
Suite #3
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

 

varies April 27, 2012
Noon Rotary Vocational Scholarship

Senior.
Must be attending a Vocational School.
2 Letters of Recommendation.
ACE worksheet.
Copy of ACT/SAT test scores

Must have an interview for this scholarship. You will be notified of date
and time if you are chosen for an interview.

Noon Rotary
5720 Gall Blvd.
Suite #3
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

varies April 27, 2012
Noon Rotary Interact Club Scholarship

Must be a Senior member of the Interact Club.
2 Letters of Recommendation.
ACE worksheet.
Copy of ACT/SAT test scores

Must have an interview for this scholarship. You will be notified of date
and time if you are chosen for an interview.

Noon Rotary
5720 Gall Blvd.
Suite #3
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

varies April 27, 2012
Pilot Club

Senior
2 Letters of Recommendation
Copy of SAT/ACT test scores\

Special Instructions: Special consideration for Take Stock in Children scholarship recipients.

Address: c/o Raymond B. Stewart Middle School
38505 10th Ave.
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

$500.00 April 27, 2012
Paul W. Pattie Memorial Scholarship

Senior.
Looking for a motivated students, attending a vocational, technical, college or taking class to get your welding certification or taking mechanical classes. Must demonstrate a need for assistance. Looking for a student that won't be getting alot of financial assistance from other sources. Must maintain at least 9 hrs. of college classes while enrolled.

Interviews will be held in early May 2012. Students will be notified if being interviewed.

Paul w. Pattie Memorial Scholarship
371 NE Plum Trail
Pinetta, FL 32350

 

$5000.00 renewable each semester April 30, 2012
Gerard W. Bodenburg "Overcoming Adversity" Memorial Scholarship

Senior athlete.
Essay: How in your life, whether emotionally, academically, or athletically, you had to "Overcome Adversity" to be the person you are today.

Email essay to: GWBscholarship@gmail.com

23 Ruland Road
Selden, NY 11784

$500.00 April 30, 2012
Crystal Springs Community Association Scholarship

Senior.
Must be resident of Crystal Springs (proof of address is required).
Plan to attend college.
3.0 GPA.
Scholarship must be used within one year.

Cindie Cornelius: 813-788-0161 (cell: 813-713-6447)
Email: cindie33524@yahoo.com

Crystal Springs Community Association Scholarship
P.O. Box 197
Crystal Springs, FL 33524

Two $300.00 Awards April 30, 2012
Kiwanis

Senior.
2 letters of Recommendation

*Philosophy of Kiwanis Club is that they are not looking for a 4.5 weighted GPA with at 1380 SAT or 30 ACT Composite. They are looking for good students (2.8 GPA is fine) not necessarily the top of the class. (The top of the class is still encouraged to apply)

Interviews will be held on May 15, 2012. You will be notified if chosen to interview.

Kiwanis
PO Box 50
Zephyrhills, FL 33539

$2,000.00; multiple awards April 30, 2012
Daybreak Rotary Clarence McKinney Scholarship

Senior.
2 Letters of Recommendation
SAT/ACT test scores

Interviews will be held in early May, 2012, and students will be notified if they will be chosen for the interview.

Daybreak Rotary
38940 1st Avenue
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

$1000.00 April 30, 2012
Daybreak Rotary

Senior.
2 letters of Recommendation
SAT/ACT test scores

One of the $1,000.00 scholarships will go to a student with a Art/Music focus. they are giving away a total of 4 - $1,000.00 scholarships.

Interviews will be held in early May, 2012, and students will be notified if they will be chosen for the interview.

Daybreak Rotary
38940 1st Avenue
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

$1,000.00 April 30, 2012
Stanley Kendrick Memorial Scholarship

Senior.
Recipient will be selected based upon academics, high school work experience, and career plans. Priority will be given to qualified ZHS graduates who participated in an OJT program during high school.
Completed application and attachments should be turned into Career Specialist.

Use additional sheet of paper to respond to the following statement:
"Mr. Kendrick taught at ZHS for several decades and made a positive impression on may. He helped students make a successful start in life at school and in the community. Explain how you've helped others in your community or how you will help others in your future."

Stanley Kendrick Memorial Scholarship
c/o Nancy Lail
Wesley Chapel High School, Wesley Chapel, FL

Varies up to $1,000.00 April 30, 2012
Give Kids A Chance

Senior
2.5 GPA or above.
Documented financial family income of 60% of median income of the area.
Demonstrate an interest in school and community adctivities.
Submit application on or before April 30, 2012
Two letters of recommendation.

Give Kids A Chance
c/o Brian J. McDonough
150 W. Flager St., Suite 2200
Miami, FL 33130

www.gkac.org

$1,000.00 April 30, 2012
Zephyrhills Bulldogs Booster Club

Senior
Must be attending a two or four year college, university or technical school.
Must have participated in athletics during high school.
Two letters of recommendation, one from ZHS staff member.

Please see application for all information needed. Return completed application to
Mr. Metzger.

Zephyrhills High School
6335 12th Street
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

www.gkac.org

up to $500 April 30, 2012
American Legion Patriotism in Art Scholarship

Students must be a senior.
Parents must be Florida Residents.
See special instructions.

Application/release must be turned in with entry.
Certification of Original Effort must be turned in with entry.

Florida American Legion
ATTN: Programs Director
1912A Lee Road
Orlando, FL 32810

www.floridalegion.org

$250 - $500 May 1, 2012
FAPSC Scholarship

Senior
2.0 GPA minimum
Graduating during 2011-2012 or awarded a GED between February 29, 2012.
Must plan to attend one of the schools listed on application.

Application online: www.fapsc.org

FAPSC
150 South Monroe Street, Suite 303
Tallahassee, FL 32301

Full tuition, $5,000, or $1,000 May 4, 2012
Univision Tampa Scholarship

Hispanic senior or of Hispanic descent.
3.0 GPA.
Must be planning on attending a university or college full-time.
Completed application.
Essay.

Applications and supporting documentation must be postmarked on or before May 4, 2012

Univision Tampa
2610 W. Hillsborough Ave.
Tampa, FL 33614

www.wveat.com

$1,500.00 May 4, 2012
Mary C. Forbes Scholarship

Senior planning on attending a Catholic college.
Must be active practitioners of the Roman Catholic faith and reside within the Diocese of St. Petersburg.
Portion of the application must be filled out by the church pastor and a school administrator.
Based on financial need and academic merit.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON AN ORIGINAL APPLICATIOMN FORM (PHOTO COPIES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE)

 

Mary C. Forbes Charitable Foundation
1101 Pasedena Avenue South, Suite 3
South Pasedena, FL 33707-2894

varies May 15, 2012
Theodore R. and Vivian M. Johnson Scholarship - SUS/Disabilities

Senior.
Demonstrate financial need by completing the 2012-13 FAFSA no later than April 15.
Provide documentation of a qualifying disability (see application materials).
Be admitted as a degree-seeking undergraduate student into the Florida SUS system.
File a scholarship application with the university you are attending for consideration.

Check with the financial aid office of the university(ies) that you plan on attending for further information regarding processing/awarding of the scholarship. Application must be mailed to the address(es) listed on the application that pertain to the university(ies) of choice.

www.jsf.bz

Varies May 15, 2012
Jason Ackerman Foundation Scholarship

Senior.
Completed application (in folder) and all attachments listed on application.
2.5 GPA or above.
Acceptance to an accredited university, college, community college, or vo-tech school.
Complete a minimum of 20 hours of community service per year in high school.
Documentation regarding family income, community service, letter of acceptance.

Student must have survived a tragic circumstance due to illness or otherwise.

Essay topics:
1) How has your life experience impacted your plans for the future?
2) How do you plan to "pay it forward"?

The Jason Ackerman Foundation
Attention: Scholarship Committee
18761 Hillstone Drive
Odessa, FL 33556

  May 17, 2012
Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Essay between 500 and 1000 words.
Essay: "What was the most difficult time in your life , and why? How did your perspective on life change as a result of this difficulty?"

Email your essay to: scholarships@abbottandfenner.com

Web Site: www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
$1,000.00 June 15, 2012
Ridge Manor Scholarship

Senior.
Resident of Ridge Manor.
2.0 GPA or above.
Proof of participation/ achievement in extracurricular activities/
2 letters of recommendation from faculty members.
Proof of application/admission to college, university, or vo-tech school.

Gayle Twomey
c/o Ridge Manor Property Owners' Assoc.
34245 Cortez Blvd.
Ridge Manor, FL 33523

$1,500.00 June 22, 2012
BigSun Scholarship Must be attending a post secondary institute.
Must be currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community.

Must submit essay to: athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com
Web site: bigsunathletics.com
$500.00 June 22, 2012
GTE Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Senior.
Online application/information available June 1-30, 2012.
Transcripts/1 teacher recommendation.
Documentation of volunteerism, school involvement, honors, and awards.
1,000 word essay, details and topic on web site.
Must be a GTE credit union member.
All information including application available on the GTE web site.

GTE Federal Credit Union
711 E. Henderson Ave.
Tampa, FL 33602

Web Site: https://www.gtefcu.org/home

$2,500.00 June 30, 2012
StudentScholarships.org

This is a web-site that list many scholarships.
They vary in amounts, deadlines and requirements.
Go to this web-site and start applying for all those you are eligible for.
Remember, do not pay to apply for a scholarship.

Special Instructions: http://studentscholarships.org

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