AWARDS CEREMONY - TIME CHANGE

Senior Awards Ceremony has been changed to 5:00. It will still be on Friday, May 14th in the NHHS Gym.

Wendy's Heisman

ARE YOU HIESMAN WORTHY?

Will you be a senior during the 2010-2011 school year?

Do you participate in at least one sport?

Are you a leader in your school and your community?

Then don't miss this opportunity to be recognized for everything that you do!

Apply now for the 2010 Wendy's High School Heisman!

visit www.wendysheisman.com for more information and to apply! The first 41,100 applicants will receive a FREE Wendy's Gift Card!

Graduation Week Schedule

Wednesday, May 5th - Senior Exit Projects!!

Friday, May 14th

9:00 at Humphrey Coliseum - Graduation Practice - Bus will be provided, seniors are allowed to drive. Seniors will receive final report cards & final transcript request forms at practice.

6:00 at New Hope Gym - Senior Awards Night - Seniors must were dress clothes. Those that do not come dressed appropriately will not participate in the awards ceremony. All family & friends are welcome to attend.

7:00 or after awards ceremony - Merit Auction -

Saturday, May 15th
9:00 at Humphrey Coliseum - Seniors must be at the hump by 9:00 to get lined up and pictures taken for graduation

10:00 at Humphrey Coliseum - GRADUATION!!

Columbus Link Scholarships

COLUMBUS KIWANIS CLUB CORP. SCHOLARSHIP

The Link is proud to sponsor a $300.00 scholarship each for one high school senior for the 2009-10 school year graduating from any school within the boundaries of Lowndes County. Return completed applications to: Columbus-Lowndes Development Link, PO Box 1328, Columbus, MS 39703

Criteria:
· Entering freshman in any MS or AL college or university as a full time student in Fall 2010

· Total family income not to exceed $40,000.00 for families w/ one college enrolled student or not to exceed $55,000.00 w two or more enrolled college students
· Must have a 21 on ACT and minimum 3.0 gpa for their senior year.

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 16TH
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SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER CORP. SCHOLARSHIP

Sylvan is proud to sponsor a $300.00 scholarship each for one high school senior for the 2009-2010 school year graduating from any school within the boundaries of Lowndes County. Return completed applications to: Columbus-Lowndes Development Link, PO Box 1328, Columbus, MS 39703

Criteria:
· Entering freshman in any MS or AL college or university as a full time student in Fall 2010
· Total family income not to exceed $40,000.00 for families w/ one college enrolled student or not to exceed $55,000.00 w two or more enrolled college students
· Must have a 21 on ACT and minimum 3.0 gpa for their senior year.

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 16TH
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CECO BUILDING SYSTEMS

CECO is proud to sponsor a $300.00 scholarship each for one high school senior for the 09-10 school year graduating from any school within the boundaries of Lowndes County. Return completed applications to: Columbus-Lowndes Development Link, PO Box 1328, Columbus, MS 39703

Criteria:
· Entering freshman in any MS or AL college or university as a full time student in Fall 2010
· Total family income not to exceed $40,000.00 for families w/ one college enrolled student or not to exceed $55,000.00 w two or more enrolled college students
· Must have a 21 on ACT and minimum 3.0 gpa for their senior year.

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 16TH
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Southern Ionics Inc.

Southern Ionics, Inc. is proud to sponsor a $300.00 scholarship each for one high school senior for the 2009-10 school year graduating from any school within the boundaries of Lowndes County. Return completed applications to: Columbus-Lowndes Development Link, PO Box 1328, Columbus, MS 39703

Criteria:
· Entering freshman in any MS or AL college or university as a full time student in Fall 2010
· Field of study must be chemical engineering or chemistry driven

· Must have a 21 on ACT and minimum 3.0 gpa for their senior year.

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, APRIL 16TH

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Columbus Lowndes Association of Manufacturers

Is proud to sponsor a $300.00 scholarship for one high school senior for the 2009-2010 school year graduating from any school within the boundaries Lowndes County, Mississippi who meet the following criteria and returns a completed applications to: Columbus-Lowndes Development LINK, P.O. Box 1328, Columbus, MS, 39703.

• Entering freshman in any Mississippi university or community college as a full time student for the Fall 2010 session.
• Total family income not to exceed $40,000.00 for families with one college enrolled student or not to exceed $55,000.00 for families with two or more enrolled college students
• Must score at least 21 on the ACT and have a minimum 3.0 gpa for their senior year.
• Field of study must by mechanically driven.

Golden Triangle Radiology, P.A.

Is proud to sponsor a $300.00 scholarship for one high school senior for the 2009-2010 school year graduating from any school within the boundaries of Lowndes County, Mississippi who meet the following criteria and returns a completed application to: Columbus-Lowndes Development LINK PO Box 1328, Columbus, MS 39703.

• Entering freshman in any Mississippi community college, college, or university as a full time student for the Fall of 2010
• Total family income not to exceed $40,000.00 for families with one college enrolled student or not to exceed $55,000.00 for families with two or more enrolled college students
• Must score at least 21 on the ACT and minimum 3.0 gpa for their senior year
• Field of study must be medically driven.
  
  Outstanding Senior Scholarship
  Applications available – ESSAY required
  DEADLINE: APRIL 16th

BMH - GT Auxiliary Educational Scholarship

BMH – GT Auxiliary Educational Scholarship

A $2,500 scholarship will be offered to high school seniors who have participated at BMH-GT as Teen Volunteers and are planning to enter the field of health care.

Applications must be received on or before Friday, April 23, 2010

Culinary Camp @ MUW

MUW Culinary Arts Institute Presents Culinary Camp.

For students who will have completed the following grades by May 2009

Grades 2 & 3
May 31-June 4
12:30 - 4:30 pm

Grades 4-6
June 7-11
12:30 - 4:30 pm

Grades 4 - 6
June 14-18
12:30 - 4:30 pm

Grades 7 - 12
june 21-25
12:30 - 5:00 pm

Camp Fee - $250
For More info call 662.241.7472

Black Male Teachers Wanted!

Black Male Teachers
Do you know any Black males who are seniors in high school who want to go to college out of state for "FREE"

Several Black Colleges are looking for future black male teachers and will send them to universities/collegesfor 4 years FREE. The 'Call Me MISTER' program is an effort to address the critical shortage of African American male teachers particularly among South Carolina 's lowest performing public schools.

Program participants are selected from among under-served, socio-economically disadvantaged and educationally at-risk communities. The program is a collaboration between Clemson University and four historically black colleges in South Carolina:

Benedict College , Claflin University , Morris College and South Carolina State University. The project provides:
1. Tuition for admitted students pursuing approved programs of study at participating colleges.2. An academic support system to help assure their success. 3. A cohort system for social and cultural support. Visit <_http://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/index.htm_ (http://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/index.htm) for more details and the online application or call (800) 640-2657.

Ole Miss Opportunity Scholarship

http://news.olemiss.edu/index.php?/201001284842/ole-miss-opportunity-to-cover-basic-costs-for-low-income-students.html

I wanted to make sure you were aware of a new scholarship opportunity for Mississippi students called the Ole Miss Opportunity scholarship. Students only have to meet some specific criteria:

1. Mississippi resident and United States citizen
2. New full time, degree seeking freshman beginning in 2010
3. Family Adjusted Gross Income (as defined on the 2009 federal tax return) at or below $30,000
4. Confirmation that the student will qualify for a Pell Grant, as determined by the 2010-11 FAFSA (we need on file by Feb. 15)
5. Must apply to Ole Miss by March 1
6. High school grade-point average of 2.5 or higher

Walter "Sweetness" Payton Memorial Scholarship

THEWALTER ‘SWEETNESS’ PAYTONMEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Applications are now being accepted for the Walter “Sweetness” Payton Memorial Scholarship .The scholarship amount is $6,500.00. This scholarship will be awarded to a Mississippi graduate attending any college or university in the United States. The Scholarship is renewable yearly as long as the student maintains a 3.0 GPA.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
*Must be accepted to a 4-year college or university in the United States (acceptance letter submitted with application required);
*Have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and above;
*Submit the Walter “SWEETNESS” Payton Memorial Scholarship application;
*Written essay based on FINANCIAL need;
*Leadership Qualities (Exemplified by participation in professional organizations, extracurricular activities and community involvement.);

Mail all application to: Pamela Payton-Curry3160 Myers RoadTerry, MS 39170For additional information, call (601) 857-5485

THE DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS March 26, 2010

Applications are available at the following limk:

http://www.paytonfamilyfoundation.com/scholarship.htm

Community Friends of ICS Scholarship

The Community Friends of ICS announces the sponsorship of 26 educational scholarships in the amount of $750 to be given to two seniors in each of the thirteen counties served by ICS. The scholarship is for the first year of college or vocational training and will be awarded in two allotments of $375.

Any high school senior, who is a former Head Start student or has a sister or brother currently enrolled in Head Start, may apply. Applicants may complete an application form which requires a typed composition on, “How This Scholarship will Benefit Me.” Applicants must also obtain a written recommendation from their principal, counselor, or teacher. Applicants must be eligible to enroll in an academic, vocational or technical institution, and submit proof of enrollment before receiving the award.

Applications forms may be obtained from the high school or local Head Start center and may be returned to the Community Friends of ICS at PO Box 5711, Holly Springs, MS 38634 no later than March 12, 2010. Those chosen will be notified by mail.

Vaughan Memorial Scholarship

DAVID GLENN VAUGHAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The David Glenn Vaughan Memorial Scholarship is a one time, $500.00 scholarship, offered to a graduating New Hope High School Senior who has chosen a career in the field of business or education. The student must participate in athletics.
The student must have maintained a 3.0 (B) or better average through high school and plan to enroll in an accredited institution for higher learning.
Student must have attended New Hope High School for both Junior & Senior years. The student should have a clear disciplinary record, including no suspensions, and should possess high moral and personal characteristics. The student should exhibit those qualities of leadership respected by both students and teachers.
The application should be completed and returned to Holli McBrayer by March 1, 2010
Scholarship money will be paid directly to the institution in the recipient’s name.
Please include the following with your completed application:
· Section I, II & III
· Copy of official transcript
· One letter of reference

Junior Auxiliary Scholarship

I have Junior Auxiliary Scholarships in my office.
Qualifications:
· Be a graduating senior
· Have maintained a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 system through all school work

We will consider the scholastic excellence, participation in school and community activities but will look strongly at the financial need for assistance.

This will be a 4-year scholarship for $500.00 a semester.

Deadline is Friday, March 5, 2010

SABR – Negro Leagues Committee Scholarship Application, 2009-10

The NEGRO LEAGUES COMMITTEE (NLC) of the SOCIETY FOR AMERICAN BASEBALL RESEARCH (SABR) is pleased to announce their 2009-10 essay writing contest for high school seniors. SABR is a global team of nearly 7000 individuals and more than 25 research committees. Originating in 1971, the NLC is SABR’s only committee dedicated exclusively to the history of black baseball. Since 1998, the NLC has hosted a JERRY MALLOY NEGRO LEAGUE CONFERENCE.
Some of our initiatives include;
1)donation of books to local schools and/or libraries,
2) raising funds to purchase headstones for
unmarked graves of former players, and the
3) essay writing contest.
Below are instructions for the 2009-10 essay writing contest.
There will be two $2,500 scholarships awarded from SABR.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
1. Current high school senior.
2. Anticipating completion of high school diploma at the time of application.
3. Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.
4. Carrying a minimum 2.5 GPA at the end of their junior year of high school.
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Application must be completed in full.
2. Your essay must be attached to your application.
3. Your submission must include a letter of recommendation from a high school
teacher, guidance counselor or a school administrator.

The Planning Committee of the JERRY MALLOY NEGRO LEAGUE COMMITTEE will review all applications and make two selections. Note, only one essay will be accepted per
applicant. The scholarship winners will be notified by Jackie Robinson’s Debut Day,
April 15, 2010.
All applications must be postmarked no later than February 19, 2010 and mailed to:
Dr. Leslie Heaphy
Kent State University Stark Campus
6000 Frank Rd.
North Canton, OH 44720
Lheaphy@kent.edu
330-244-8672
Questions can also be addressed to: Stephanie Liscio stephanieliscio@yahoo.com or
Tom Garrett portsmouthbuck@aol.com

Applications are available in my office.

USA FUNDS SCHOLARSHIPS

As the nation’s leading education loan guarantor, USA Funds works to promote access to higher education for all deserving students. For the 2010-2011 academic year USA Funds will award $1,500 scholarships to students with economic need. Full-time and half-time undergraduates are eligible for the awards. Up to 50% of the scholarships will be targeted to students who, in addition to demonstrating financial need, are members of an ethnic minority group or are physically disabled.

Applications will be accepted online between Dec 15, 2009 – Feb 15, 2010. Details about the scholarship program currently are posted on the website: www.usafunds.org/scholarship

"Got Milk" Scholarship

Calling all high school seniors - class of 2010! Are you getting ready to apply for college? If drinking milk is a part of your daily routine, it might help pay your way to college.
The National Milk Mustache "got milk?" Campaign and USA TODAY are calling for entries for the 12th annual Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year (SAMMY) Awards. The scholarship will award 25 milk-drinking students who excel in academics, athletics, community service and leadership. Winners will each receive a $7,500 scholarship, attend a special awards ceremony at Disney's Wide World of Sports in Orlando where they'll meet Milk Mustache celebrities, and they'll star in their own milk mustache ad that will appear in USA TODAY.Think you have what it takes? For more information on how to apply head to www.bodybymilk.com


Applications are only accepted online at www.bodybymilk.com until March 5, 2010

KFC Scholars

KFC Scholars
The KFC Colonel's Scholars Program was created in 2006 and is dedicated to assisting students with financial need who plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at a public institution within their legal state of residence. To qualify, a student must be:

• graduating from high school this academic school year
• Maintaining a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Enrolling in a public, in state college or university (start date no later than 9/30/10)
• Pursuing a bachelor's degree
• A US Citizen

Scholars may begin their college career by entering into either a 2-or 4-year accredited, public (state-funded) college or university within their state of legal residence, as long as they stay on track to complete a bachelor's degree program.

Students complete their application online at http://www.kfcscholars.org/. The online application will be available from December 1, 2009-February 10, 2010. Students will be asked to provide pertinent information about themselves, & their family life, their activity level during high school, and compose a few short answer responses to various questions. The online application will allow you to save your work as you go. Once the application period closes, a preliminary review of all applications submitted will take place (early March). Based on the preliminary review, students selected a semifinalists will then be asked to provide additional supporting documents.

The scholarship is could be worth up to $20,000 over 4 years for tuition, fees, books, and room & board.

What should you be doing to prepare?
Fill out FAFSA http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/. An estimate of financial need can also be calculated at www.act.org/fane.

The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program

The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program
“A Constitutional Speech Contest”

GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program “A Constitutional Speech Contest” is to develop a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the Constitution of the United States on the part of high school students. Other objectives of the contest include the development of leadership qualities, the ability to think and speak clearly and intelligently, and the preparation for acceptance of the duties and responsibilities, the rights and privileges of American citizenship.

SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship awards are presented to the three finalist in the Final Round of the National contest as follows: 1st Place - $18,000; 2nd Place - $16,000; and 3rd place - $14,000. Each Department (State) winner who is certified in or and participates in the first round of the National Contest will receive a $1,500 scholarship. Each first round winner who advances to and participates in the 2nd round, but does not advance to the Final round will receive an additional $1,500 scholarship to pursue education beyond high school.
In addition to the scholarships awarded by the National Organization, there are several hundred dollar scholarships awarded at the discretion of the intermediate organization, to participants at the Post, District, or County, and Department levels of competition.

ELIGIBILITY
Eligible contestants must be legal residents of US, under the age of 20 & presently enrolled in high school or junior high school.

For detailed information regarding the topics of the speech & length, please see Mrs. McBrayer.

NAFEPA Scholarship

Purpose
The purpose of the scholarship program is to financially support post-secondary education for qualifying seniors or high school graduates who are attending their first year of college

Eligibility
Candidates for the NAFEPA scholarship will be selected by the NAFEPA affiliate state. Each state may select one candidate to represent their state for the national scholarship program.

Selection Process
Scholarship winners will be selected based on the following areas of equal point value:

• High school or college transcript from fall 2009
• extracurricular activities/leadership activities within the community or church
• Three letters of recommendation, including letters from a principal and faculty member
• Financial need
• A 300 word (max) essay outlining his/her leadership activities and future goals

Scholarship Payment
The full amount of each scholarship will be made payable to the institution of choice.

NAFEPA offers three different scholarships: (1) Stanley J. McFarland, (2)John A. Pfaff, and (3)Iva McCants. Each of the three scholarship awards is $2,500.

DEADLINE: JANUARY 8, 2010

Rural Medical Scholars @ MSU

Summer 2010

Rural Medical Scholars - Mississippi State University - May 30 - July 1, 2010

http://www.rms.msucares.com/

MUW's Scholars Day

This event is a special opportunity for the class of 2010 to come to the MUW campus to compete for MUW's most prestigious scholarships: the Centennial, Honors,University and Reneau Scholarships. During Scholars' Day, students and guests can also explore first hand,MUW's beautiful campus and meet our outstanding faculty, staff and students who are ready to help you meet your full potential. You don't want to miss out on this opportunity. Mark your calendar now for Friday, November 20, 2009 to be a part of this special event.


Eligibility:

• Minimum ACT composite score of 24 or SAT score of 1090 Minimum 3.0 CPC GPA Must attend Scholars' Day
• For more information about Scholars' Day click here or call the Office of Admissions 1.877.462.8439