Columbia High School – Association of Accredited Schools Northwest

	ANNOUNCEMENTS
		Career Center and Counseling Staff Lillena Pitcock Senior & Freshmen Team 2 Mike Chavez Juniors & Freshmen Team 1 Jason Hoyt Sophomores & Freshmen Team 3 ASVAB/PSAT Testing Information Sheet Download the Common Application Girls/Boys State Click here 2008-09 Course Catalog Scholarship Scam Warning Signs - You have to pay a fee - Money back guarantee - Credit Card or bank account - Information required - Offers exclusive information
	Download the Common Application - www.commonapp.org
	2009 National Youth Science Camp Two graduating high school students will be selected to represent Idaho at the all-expenses paid honors program whih will be held from July 2 – July 25, 3009
	2008-09 NSD Course Catalog
	Juniors - College Reminders by Month Seniors - College Reminders by Month Columbia High School Information Sheet
	Nineline: 1-800-999-9999 Crisis Hotline for Teens Website: www.nineline.org
	Lewis & Clark Priority Deadline – March 1, 2009
	COLLEGE VISITS TO COLUMBIA’S CAMPUS All visits are during lunches in the cafeteria unless otherwise stated Jan 15^th – Boise State University Jan 21^st – Lewis Clark State College Feb 11^th – Boise State University Mar 9^th – Paul Mitchell Mar 19^th – Boise State University Apr 8^th – Boise State University May 1^st – Boise State University
	ARMED FORCES INFO/VISITS TO COLUMBIA’S CAMPUS
	All visits are in the cafeteria during lunch hours
	Tuesday’s - Army
	Wednesday’s - Navy
	Thursday’s - Marines
	HELPFUL LINKS
	National Scholarship HOT LINK… sponsored by University of Phoenix
	Download the Common Application - www.commonapp.org
	SAT (Learn About; Register; Test Dates; Fees; Scores; Preparation; FAQ’s)
	ACT (Learn About; Register; Test Dates; Fees; Scores; Preparation; FAQ’s)
	PSAT (Learn About; Register; Test Dates; Fees; Scores; Preparation; FAQ’s)
	FAFSA - Student Aid (Learn About; Register; Apply for College Aid; FAQ’s)
	Worksheets are available in the Career Center.
	Federal Aid Pin Number
	(How do I get my FAFSA Pin Number?)
	NSLDS – National Student Loan Data System
	(check my federal aid history)
	Learn More/Find A College(s) in the U. S.
	(links, contacts, tuition, degrees, more…)
	Site includes information about On-Line Schools
	NCAA Clearinghouse (Athletes Register, Check Eligibility, more info)
	Compass Test (Schedule; Test Sites; Fees; Test Information)
	This test is used primarily by technical and/or junior colleges. It is a Standardized test like the ACT & SAT. Scores transfer anywhere, even if
	taken at BSU.
	FastWeb (Over 1.3 million scholarships; College Profiles; Jobs & Internships)
	November Student Bulletins – great information – good read
	Great On-line Colleges
	SCHOLARSHIP/COLLEGE INFORMATION
	NEWEST ENTRIES
	14^th Annual Epilepsy Scholarship Award, Sponsored by Pfizer Inc. ($3000 for students with epilepsy) Deadline postmark – May 1, 2009. Call 1-800-292-7373 or visit link for more information.
	AEMP Foundation Scholarship – Deadline May 1^st, 2009 (up to $2000 each) GPA of 2.0 or higher; students attending qualified schools offering a two year, diesel technician program. Apply on-line. Call 970-384-0510 for more information.
	BSU Alumni Legacy Scholarship available -- The Alumni Legacy Scholarship is a four-year, renewable scholarship available to the relative of a Boise State alumna or alumnus. Scholarship amount is equal to in-state fees during the fall and spring semesters. It was established by the Boise State Alumni Association in 2004 to celebrate family traditions of attending Boise State University. The Alumni Legacy Scholarship encourages a family tradition of attending Boise State University and helps to recruit the best and brightest students. For more information, please visit http://alumni.boisestate.edu/programs/data_forms/alumniScholarshipApplication09.pdf.
	Frances Crawford Marvin American Indian Scholarship – Deadline: Feb 1 A candidate for this scholarship must be enrolled full-time at a two-year or four-year college/university and must be Native American. Proof of American Indian blood is required by letter or proof papers. Students must demonstrate financial need, academic achievement, and have a 3.0 GPA or higher. See counselor for more information.
	BSU National Science Foundation Scholarship – Awards up to $10,000 (Seniors only) Students pursuing a degree in engineering and computer science; must qualify for financial aid; and have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
	Society of Women Engineers Scholarship Program – Deadline March 1^st, 2009 ($2000) Scholarship awarded to young women in Idaho who are entering their first year in engineering or a related field at an ABET accredited university. .Download application
	The Roger C. Sathre Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Roger C. Sathre, a vocational education teacher and administrator.  The Scholarship recognizes and encourages outstanding Idaho students pursuing first certificates or degrees in professional-technical education or professional-technical teacher education at Idaho schools.  To be eligible for consideration, an applicant must 1) be a resident of Idaho; 2) must have graduated (graduating seniors included) from an accredited public or private Idaho high school; 3) must have maintained at least a 2.5 grade point average or better during the previous two years of school at a secondary or postsecondary institution; 4) must enroll as a full-time student, as defined by the school, in a professional-technical or professional-technical teacher education program at an accredited college or university in Idaho; and, 5) must pursue an undergraduate course of study requiring at least nine months of consecutive attendance and leading to a first degree, technical certificate or other approved award. The award will be in the range of $450-$500.  You and your students (secondary and postsecondary) can access this scholarship application and further information by linking to http://www.pte.idaho.gov/Teachers/Scholarships.htm.  You may also access information through the Idaho Community Foundation.  Applications must be postmarked no later than February 1, 2009.
	AFA Teens Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship – Deadline Feb 15, 2009 You would need to attend college within 12 months after the scholarship is awarded.
	Caldwell Western Heritage Foundation Scholarship – Deadline March 31, 2009 This is open to seniors who have shown farm, agricultural or rodeo interest. Student needs to attend a College or University in Idaho or Eastern Oregon or Vocational Education School. The application is in the counseling center.
	Discover Scholarship Program – Deadline is Jan 31, 2009 This program awards diverse high school juniors on their exemplary achievements in Leadership, community Service while overcoming an obstacle. Scholarships may be applied towards costs for college, university, specialized training or education beyond high school in any career path the winner chooses. More information
	Migrant Scholarship Link