Bishop LeBlond High School

The additional late registration fee is $18. Bishop LeBlond's high school code number for the ACT is 262-905. Students are encouraged to register online. Act Registration Website: http://www.act.org/aap/

ACT Prep classes will be held at MWSU for 5 sessions, beginning March 3, 2012.

ACT PREP will be hosted by NWMSU on March 31 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.  $40.00 fee

Register at www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions/campusvisits/types.htm#act.

GOT MILK CAMPAIGN announces the 15th annual “ Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year” 2012 Award Program     http://www.sammyapplication.com

$7500.00 Scholarship      Deadline: March 19,2012

NORTHWEST MISSOURI FINANCIAL WOMEN SCHOLARSHIP

For women who reside in Buchanan and nearby counties; GPA greater than 3.0

Pursuing a degree in business or finance; Recommendation letter written by mentor or professional with knowledge of the applicant’s character

Deadline : April 1, 2012

THE PONY EXPRESS CHAPTER AMERICAN BUSINESS WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

The person must be seeking a business or professional career; GPA of at least 2.5; Cover letter required

Scholarships in the amount of $500.00 to $1000.00 each

Deadline: May 1, 2012

AVILA UNIVERSITY SERVICE LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP Record of consistent service and leadership; At least one significant leadership position ACT 25-27 GPA 3.6-3.98 $13,000 for each of four years Deadline: March 1,2012.

The High School Juniors Leadership Academy Day, sponsored by Learning for Life will be held March 6, from 8:15-2:30 p.m. on the campus of MWSU. Bishop LeBlond High School will be taking 10 juniors. Those students interested should see Mrs. Lister to sign for this local leadership opportunity.

CECILE STEVEN EDUCATIONAL TRUST Required IRS forms Listings of school activities, Community activities, Special honors, Employment, Leisure Activities, Financial data, Financial needs Forms available in the Counselor’s office Deadline: Postmarked by March 1

HUBERT CAMPBELL CHARITABLE FOUNDATION 3.0 GPA ACT of 25 in Math, 25 in English, and 26 Composite Financial assistance necessary to make further education possible Award of $24,000.00 with $3,000.00 made twice per calendar year for four years See Mrs. Lister for form Deadline: March 26, 2012

The American Legion Boys State of Missouri is announcing the 73^rd session to be held June 16-23, on the campus of the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. This is a leadership activity designed specifically for high school juniors. Additional information and an online application are available at http://www.moboysstate.org. This is A WEEK TO SHAPE A LIFETIME. Applications are due to the Missouri Boys State District Chairman by March 1, 2012. This planned 8 day program will involve nearly 1,000 students. If interested and wanting to know more, see Mrs. Lister.

SOUTH SIDE BUSINESS WOMEN’S SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a senior graduating woman; Application forms available in the Counselor’s office; GPA of 3.0 Based on financial need; A cover letter describing your financial need, extracurricular activities, awards, and accomplishments; Recipients will be notified and invited to attend a mother-daughter banquet in May.

Deadline: In Mrs. Lister’s office by April 3,2012 

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI is sponsoring an informative summer experience for high school students interested in a career in medicine. This program will include problem based learning sessions, hands on experience in anatomy, microbiology, and clinical skills, as well as seminars on college and medical school entrance and medical school life.

http://medicine.missouri.edu/admissions/minimed.html

Deadline: March 1, 2012

The Counseling Center has 3 new publications available for senior students: Next StepU which is a college planning guide, The Source which is a financial aid source for grants, loans, and scholarships, and Private Colleges & Universities which features content on "Why Choose a Catholic College?".

Check www.mhpracticeplus.com for ACT practice tests.

Although it is still early, for those seniors and their families who are looking at FAFSA, now is a good time to get PIN numbers in place to be ready for the first of the year. Missouri's deadline remains March 1, 2012. Online materials are available now at www.studentaid.ed.gov/pubs for parents and student publications.

MISSOURI S&T announces the qualifications for Chancellor's Scholarship: top 10% of class, ACT score of 30 and a GPA of 3.75. For further information see Mrs. Lister.

Information about Athletic Training Programs at PARK UNIVERSITY and the UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL MISSOURI are available in the Counseling Center.

Following the UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI SYSTEMS Fall Counselors Seminar on Sept. 13, the Counseling Center has the latest updates and flyers on U of MO at Columbia, U of MO at St. Louis, Missouri S&T, and the U of MO at Kansas City. Mrs. Lister returned with special folders and information for UMKC School of Medicine, UMKC Henry W. Bloch School of Business and Public Administration, UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance, and UMKC School of Nursing. UMKC is offering a new degree, the Bachelor of Health Science Degree, a special curriculum to prepare students for a wide variety of healthcare-related careers which might include management or leadership positions in the healthcare field.

Two new and interesting websites that might appeal to juniors and seniors who are looking at post-secondary education and careers are: www.mycollegeoptions.org and www.mymajors.com. Give them a quick look. While on the internet, www.Fastweb.com has a trove of college related information. Another interesting website is www.NextStepU.com/eMag for planning after high school graduation.