Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Dick & Dean Bultema Memorial Scholarship

Dick & Dean Bultema Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship will assist graduating seniors from Barnes County schools intending to enter some agricultural related field. Students enrolling at the North Dakota State University are given first priority. Both academic achievement and financial need will be considered in the selection of recipients. The award is made after successful completion of the fall term. A link to the application is: http://www.ndcf.net/Maps/PrintList.asp?city=Litchville Completed applications need to be turned into Ms. Hendrickson by April 9th to be mailed in and received by the ND Community Foundation by April 13th.

Prairie State Plant Managers Group Scholarship

Prairie State Plant Managers Group Scholarship Program is offering a $1,000 scholarship ($500 each year) to a graduating high school senior who plans to enroo in a two-year electronics, telecommunications, or electronics/telecommunications program at a college. Deadline is April 5th, 2012. For an application, please see Ms. Hendrickson.

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Teen Dating Violence & Abuse Awareness Week

The week of February 27th, we will be recognizing Teen Dating Violence and Abuse Awareness Week. Throughout the week, students will participate in a variety of activities which may include classroom presentations, discussions, speakers, and a door-decorating. These activities will be aimed at educating students in grades 7-12 about the prevalence of dating violence and abuse among teens, how to recognize the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship and information about getting help for themselves or others if necessary.

As parents, you can play an important role in helping to keep your children out of unhealthy dating relationships or identifying the early warning signs if your child is involved in one. I have included some links below that you can utilize to educate yourself on this important issue that affects 1 in 3 teens who report being in significant relationships (Liz Claiborne, Inc.). I hope you will take some time to learn the facts about teen dating violence and abuse as it may just make the difference in your child’s life.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

National Energy Center of Excellence Open House

On Tuesday, April 24, the National Energy Center of Excellence (NECE) will be hosting their annual open house. If you have a son or daughter who is interested in a career in energy, please encourage them to attend! Students can visit with industry representatives, faculty, admissions and financial aid representatives. Tours will be provided and BSC scholarships and bookstore gift certificates will be given away. Please visit our site to RSVP: http://energy.bismarckstate.edu/nece/openhouse/.

This event is located on BSC's campus and begins at 3:30 and runs till 7pm. High school students, parents and those looking for a second career are encouraged to attend.

If you are unable to attend this event but are interested in learning more about these career opportunities, contact BSC by calling 701-224-2445 to set up a meeting that works for you.

BigSun Scholarship

The BigSun Organization is offering a $500 award to a deserving student athlete. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport(s) they participate in. Applicant must be a high school senior or be attending a post-secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at the institution or in the community. Deadline is June 22, 2012. Application and details can be found at www.bigsunathletics.com

Monday, February 20, 2012

North Dakota Farmers Union Youth Program

"Catch the fun, the flavor, the feeling, the fever of the North Dakota Farmers Union Youth Program"

North Dakota Farmers Union Youth Program is the largest camping program in North Dakota. It's mission is to develop visionary rural leaders through interactive programs that facilitate commitment, teamwork, creativity, leadership and citizenship, through cooperation, legistation and education.

This program is comprised of several components including County Day Classes, Summer Camps, Leadership Roles and Free Trips and Awards. These are all great ways to build both individual character, leadership and, as a result, a scholarship resume!!!

For more information call 1-800-366-8331 or visit www.ndfu.org.

BAIT Career Awareness Camp

BAIT (Business and Information Technology) is a Career Awareness Camp put on by Valley City State University and the Sheyenne Valley Career & Technology Center. The mission of this camp is to inform students about opportunities in business and information technology through active participation in hands on activities and assistance with personal career planning.

The 3rd annual BAIT Camp is scheduled for June 12th-15th (Tuesday-Friday) on VCSU's campus. Students entering grades 9-12 are encouraged to participate. The cost for campers is $75 which covers the cost of tuition, room and board, recreation activities and a camp shirt. Registrations will be accetped through June 1st and camp enrollment is limited. If interested, please register early to ensure a spot at camp.

For more information or to register visit www.vcsu.edu/BAITcamp. There a couple of camp brochures on the counselor bulletin board as well for student to take. Please let me know if you have any questions.

North Dakota Farmers Union Scholarships

Besides the North Dakota Farmer's Union Scholarship, which was posted earlier this year, and for which the deadline has passed, there are also a number of other scholarship opportunities available through NDFU. For all the following scholarships, students or their parents must be Farmers Union members to be eligible to apply.

Co-Op House Scholarship--Open to students planning to enroll in any area of study as freshmen at NDSU and whose GPA is a 2.5 or higher during last 3 years of school. Deadline is March 15th. Application can be accessed at www.ndfu.org/youtheducation/scholarships.asp

Cooperative Studies High School Scholarship Program--Open to graduating high school seniors pursuing an agricultural-related major at any two or four year college throughout the nation. A total of fifty (50) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Deadline is April 1st. Applications can be accessed at www.chsfoundation.org/scholarshipprog.html

Cooperative Studies Two-Year Scholarship Program--Open to first year agricultural students at any two year college. A total of twenty-five (25) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Deadline is April 1st. Applications can be accessed at www.chsfoundation.org/scholarshipprog.html

Cooperative Studies University Scholarship Program--Open to students currently studying agriculture at select universities around the nation. A total of one hundred fifty (150) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Deadline is April 1st. Applications can be accessed at www.chsfoundation.org/scholarshipprog.html

Stanley Moore Scholarship--Open to any high school senior, college student, or non-traditional student seeking funding to attend either a 2 or 4 year college, university, or technical schol for any area of study. Deadline is April 16th. Application can be accessed at www.nfu.org/about/education/scholarships/ 

FUMP Foundation Stanley Moore Scholarship--Open to any high school senior, college student, or non-traditional student seeking funding to attend either a 2 or 4 year college, university, or technical schol for any area of study. Deadline is April 23rd. Application can be accessed at www.nfu.org/about/education/scholarships/

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

REACH Organization Scholarship

REACH (Religious Educators Advancing Christian Heritage) Organization Scholarship is awarded on the basis of Character, Leadership, and Participation in School, Community, and Church Activities. It is open to all high school seniors that are Barnes County Residents. Two $250 scholarships will be awarded for the following school year regardless of religious affiliation.

Application deadline is March 31st (must be received by then). Please see Ms. Hendrickson for an application.

Gate City Bank Community Scholarship Program

Gate City Bank Community Scholarhsip Program will award forty-seven $1,200 scholarships this year. Applicants must be a ND or MN high school seniors planning to attend college (at least 2 year program) in the fall following high school graduation.
Application deadline is March 15th, 2012. Please see Ms. Hendrickson for an application.

North Dakota Propane Gas Association Scholarship

Application Procedures and Rules:
  • Immediate family must purchase bulk propane from a ND Propane Gas Association Marketer Member
  • Must attend an accerdited ND college, university or trad school the same year scholarship is received
  • Must be a high school senior
There is no formal appliation form to enter. Creativity and imagination will be a segment of the judging process. Application deadline is March 26th, 2012.

For more information on this scholarship, please visit www.ndpropane.org or see poster on the counselor bulletin board.

Young Women in Public Affairs Awards

The Jamestown Zonta Club is currently accepting applications for the Young Women in Public Affairs awards, which recognize young women for their demonstrated leadership, skills and commitment to public service.

Young women of any nationality, who are ages 16-19 living or studying in a Zonta district/region at the time of application and demonstrate evidence of the following are eligable to apply.
  • Active commitment to volunteerism
  • Experience in local or student government
  • volunteer leadership achievements
  • Knowledge of Zonta International and it's programs
  • Advocating for Zonta International's mission of advancing the status of women worldwide
Applications must be received by March 1st. To access an application or for more information visit www.zonta.org