To: Seniors/Senior Homeroom TeachersFrom: Richard BurtonRe: Scholarship Handout #5Date: February 15, 2017

NOTE: If applicable, Scholarship Applications MUST be turned in to the Guidance Department at least a week prior to the due date. The Guidance Department will attach transcript and supporting documents and mail items to the scholarship committee. However, some scholarships must be submitted on line as noted.

SCHOLARSHIP NAME

CRITERIA DUE DATE

Abernathy/Grogan Lions Scholarship

(Leo Club)

Must be a graduating B.R.H.S. senior Must be an active member of the

B.R.HS. Leo Club for at least one year

Must have attended 75% of the regularly scheduled club meetings each year

Must have attended and worked at one or more Lions/LEO service projects

Must exhibit good citizenship and service to others in the community

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

April 15, 2017

Alabama A & M University

Tallapoosa/Coosa Alumni

Association Scholarship

Student must have at least a 3.0 GPA

Student must be accepted to Alabama A & M

Students must write a one page essay

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

April 4, 2017

Alabama Conservation

District Employees Association Scholarship

Must be active in student affairs Must be a graduating senior Must demonstrate a financial need Must be a U.S. Citizen

Applications available in the Guidance Department

March 4, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

AAHA Scholarship

(Alabama Affordable Housing

Association )

Formally known as ALCARH

Must have at least a “B” average Must be listed as a resident at an

AAHA member housing apartment complex for at least 6 months

Applications available at http://www.theaaha.org/ Or

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

March 3, 2017

Alexander City Civitan Club Scholarship

Must be a member of the BRHS Jr. Civitan Club

Applicants will be judged on leadership, scholarship and financial need

Applications available in the Guidance Department

April 11, 2017

Alexander City Education

Association Scholarship

Applicant’s parent(s) should be involved in the field of education, or applicant should show an interest in education as a career

Applications available in the Guidance

April 18, 2017

The Alexander City Elks

Scholarship

Applicants must be a high school senior

Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen

Applicants must be enrolled as a full time college student

Applications available in the Guidance Department

April 4, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

The AHAEEF Educational Scholarship

Award

Alexander City Housing

AuthorityResidents are encouraged to

apply

Must be a high school student residing in public housing or Section 8 for at least two years.

Must provide at least two letters of recommendations

Must write a short essay on educational goals

Must provide a letter of sponsorship from the Alex City Housing Authority Executive Director

Applications can be completed on line at http://aahra.org/ printed and emailed to Steven Sides at cullmanha@bellsouth.net

Or

Applications can be picked up in the Guidance Department and then

emailed to Steven Sides cullmanha@bellsouth.net

March 20, 2017

Alexander City Kiwanis Club Scholarship

(BRHS Key Club)

Must have a 3.0 GPA Must have maintained an active

membership in the BRHS Key Club for two or more years

Must have attended at least 75% of the regularly scheduled Key Club meetings each year

Must have participated in at least one-half of the scheduled Key Club activities and projects each year

Must have attended at least one

April 15, 2017

Kiwanis luncheon each year Must have attended and worked at

one or more of the following Alexander City Kiwanis Club functions each year: Kiwanis Christmas Tree Sales, Kiwanis Children’s Christmas Party and Shopping Spree or Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast

Applications available in the Guidance Department

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

Aspiring Animation

Professional Scholarship

Program

Students must plan to pursue an animation related field of study at a 4 year college

Students must submit a 500 to 1000 word essay

For an application, go to http://www.animationcareerreview.com/

June 1, 2017

Application is located on the right hand side margin of the page

Aspiring Business

Professional

Students must be interested in pursuing a degree business at a 4 year college

For an application, go to http://www.onlinembareport.com/

June 1, 2017

Aspiring Pharmacy Technician Scholarship

Program

Students must be interested in pursuing a pharmacology field of study at a 4 year college

Students must submit a 500 to 1000 word essay

For an application, go to https://www.cappex.com/scholarship/listings/PharmacyTechnicianReviewcom-Aspiring-Pharmacy-Technician-Scholarship-Program/-s-d-43901

June 1, 2017

Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship

Students must be interested in pursuing a fashion design field of study at a 4 year college

Students must write a 500-1000 word essay

For an application, go to

June 1, 2017

http://www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-fashion-professional-scholarship-program

AUM Freshman ScholarshipsChancellors, Provost, Achievement, War Hawk, Recognition

For more information go to http://www.aum.edu/admissions/financial-affairs/scholarships/freshman-scholarships

March 1, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

AUM Housing Scholarship

Must be a first time freshman at AUM

Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and 23 ACT Composite

Must write 2 essays (500 words)

Application available at http://www.aum.edu/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid/scholarships/freshman-scholarships

March 1, 2017

BETA SIGMA PHI Yellow Rose Scholarship

Must be a female student Must hold an overall “B”

average Must plan to attend CACC

Applications available in the Guidance Department

March 21, 2017

B. Davis Scholarship

Must write in 1000 words or less on “‘Describe the three characteristics of leadership you value most.  Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you feel they are developed in an individual.”

For more information go to http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

May 22, 2017

Big Sun Awarded to a high school senior June 17, 2017

Scholarship baseball athlete who will be attending a 2 or 4 year college

Please send us a short essay (500 - 1,000 words) answering the following questions:

How did your participation in sports during your high school years influence you?Has your participation influenced your career goals?Has your participation influenced how you relate to your family?

$500 Award

To apply go to www.bigsunathletics.com

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

BBG Communications

Scholarship

Applicants must hold at least a 2.5 GPA

Applicants must submit an essay on a given topic:

Essay Question #1: (Must be under 1500 words) What do you think is the greatest advancement in the information and communications technology industry over the last 10 years?

Essay Question #2: (Must be under 1500 words) Why do you think a College/University education is important?

For an application, go tohttp://breylancommunications.com/bbgcommunications/132/scholarships.php

June 30, 2017

Bernie Varnadore Scholarship

sponsored by the

Dixie Baseball Scholarship, Inc.

Applicants be a high school senior Applicants must have participated in a

franchised Dixie Boys Baseball program from ages 13 and up.

Applicants must write a 150 word personal essay

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

April 1, 2017

The BRHS Class of 1972

Scholarship

Applicants should be connected to a member of the Class of 1972

(i.e., son, daughter, niece, nephew, etc.)

Must demonstrate a financial need

All students are encouraged to apply regardless of affiliation with the class of 1972

Applications available in the Guidance Department

April 10, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

Brigadier General Edward Porter Alexander

Memorial Scholarship

Must submit a 750 word essay on given topic (topic included on handout)

Must include transcript, letter of recommendation and resume

Application Guidelines available in the Guidance Department. For questions, please contact John Taylor @ 256.750.3488

May 6, 2017

Buster Bynum Education

Scholarship

Southeastern States Pupil

Transportation Conference

Student

Students must have a parent who has been an active employee in public school transportation prior to 2014

Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA

Family Gross Income must be equal to or less than $75,000 a year

April 28, 2017

ScholarshipApplications available in the Guidance Department

CIA Scholars Program

US citizenship 18 years of age by April 1 of

your senior year 1500 SAT (1000 Math & Critical

Reading, 500 Writing) or 21 ACT scores or higher (high school students)

3.0/4.0 scale high school or college GPA or higher

Financial need as demonstrated by the gross annual household income ceiling up to $70,000 for a family of four or less, and $80,000 for a family of five or more

Meet the same employment standards as permanent employees, successfully completing both security and medical processing

Available to work in the Washington, DC area during your periods of employment

For an application, go to https://www.cia.gov/careers/student-opportunities/undergraduate-scholarship-program.html

Availableon line

beginning April 1st

Claude Sawyer Memorial Scholarship

The student DOES NOT have to be a member of the Credit Union

Can be planning to attend any college or university, including community colleges

Can attend any high school in the 9 county credit union membership area (Tallapoosa, Coosa)

Applications available on line at https://www.myhscu.com/News/Claude-Sawyer-Memorial-Scholarship-Application.aspx

Or

Applications available in the Guidance Department

March 31, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATECharles “Chuck”

Poland Education

Scholarship

Alabama School Transportation

Association Conference

Student Scholarship

Students must have a parent who has been an active employee as a mechanic in public school transportation prior to 2014

Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

April 28, 2017

College Sports Recruiting

Scholarship

Student must be a current or former athlete

Student must write in 1000 words or less

Essay Topic: “Write about a time you were a leader in an important moment on the field or in your community”

To apply, email your essay along with your name, college or university, year of graduation and contact information to http://www.collegesportsscholarships.com/scholarship.htm

July 1, 2017

Delta Kappa Gamma

Scholarship

Plan to pursue a career in education

Must be a female applicant Must be planning to attend

Central Alabama Community College

Applications available in the Guidance Department

April 15, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

Free Application For Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA)2017-2018

Also Known As

ThePell Grant

Application2017-2018

In order to qualify for federal money for college, such as Pell Grants or Student Loans, students must fill out the 2017-2018 FAFSA.

To apply, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov

Once at the site, you will need to do the following:

Students must apply for a Student FSA ID (click on tab at the top of the FAFSA Home page)

Parents must apply for a Parent FSA ID (click on the tab at the top of the FAFSA Home page

Parents’ tax Information for 2015 is needed to complete the FAFSA

Available On LineBeginningOctober 1, 2016

College Priority Deadline Date March 1, 2017

The Good South Scholarship Students must possess good leadership

AvailableOn-Line

skills Students must be well rounded and

excel both inside and outside the classroom.

Students must answer two short answer questions and an essay found on the home page

For an application, go to http://www.thegoodsouth.com/pages/our-cause

BeginningMarch 2017

Inter-Tribal Council of Alabama

Workforce Investment ACT

(WIA)

Inter-Tribal Council of Alabama is a Workforce Investment Act Program that helps Native Americans with education expenses. Students must fit the following criteria:

Must have a Tribal Roll Card Must reside in Alabama Must have applied and been

accepted to college Must have filled out the FAFSA Must have a financial need

For more information,please see Mr. Burton in the Guidance Department

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATEJackson Hospital

Foundation Scholarship

Must be planning to pursue a career in nursing, imaging, medical technology, pharmacy or a related medical field

Must demonstrate a financial need

Must hold at least a 2.85 GPA

For an application, go to http://www.jackson.org/foundation-page/health-career-scholarship/

OR Applications available in the Guidance

March 31, 2017

Jacksonville State University Department of

Fine Arts

Students who plan to concentrate in Ceramics, Drawing, Graphic Design, Painting, Photography, and/or Printmaking should apply

March 1, 2017

If you are interested in competing for art scholarships should contact Ms. Jane Greene, Department Secretary, at 256-782-5626 or jgreene@jsu.edu for submission requirements and deadlines.

Jacksonville State University

Freshman ScholarshipsGo to http://www.jsu.edu/finaid/scholarships/types.html

March 1, 2017

James Beard Foundation Scholarship

Program

James Beard is fondly remembered by friends and colleagues as a man who offered unstinting help and encouragement to people embarking on a culinary career. Upholding Beard's legacy of culinary education and support through our scholarship program is an essential component of the James Beard Foundation's mission.

The Friends of James Beard Foundation Scholarships and the James Beard Foundation School Scholarships have been established to assist aspiring culinary professionals who plan to further their education at a licensed or accredited culinary school.

For an application, go to http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/jamesbeard/

Applications available on linebeginningApril, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATEJr. Civitan Laron

Graham Memorial

Scholarship

Must be a current and active member of Jr. Civitan for at least one year

Must exhibit good citizenship and service to others

Must have at least a 3.0 GPA Must demonstrate a financial need

Applications available in the Guidance Department

April 10, 2017

Kid’s Chance Scholarship

Open to high school seniors whose parent(s) has been killed or permanently disabled in an on the job accident.

May 1, 2017

For an application go to http://www.alabamalawfoundation.org/what-we-do/kids-chance/kids-chance-apply/

The Lake Martin Area University

of Alabama Alumni

Scholarship

--Must be planning to attend the University of Alabama in the Fall of 2017--Must have at least a 3.0 GPA--Must provide a resume and two letters of recommendations

Applications Available in the Guidance Dept.

April 4, 2017

The Lake Martin Area University

of Alabama Alumni

Scholarship

Willie Carl Martin Scholarship

Students must plan to attend the University of Alabama

Students must hold a “B” average Students from a Minority background

are encouraged to apply

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

April 6, 2017

Laron Graham Memorial

Scholarship (PTO)

Parent/Guardian must be a current/active member of BRHS PTO

Student must exhibit good citizenship and community service

3.0 GPA in grades 9 – 12

Applications available in the Guidance Department

April 18, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

Ladarrell Hart Memorial

Scholarship

Must be a graduating senior Must be planning to pursue

a 2 year or a 4 year college degree

Must be a graduate of Benjamin Russell High School

Please see Guidance Department for more details

Live Mas Scholarship(Taco Bell

Scholarship)

Create a 2 minute video clip (short film, animation or video testimonial) that tells

of your life’s passion.

Scholarship awards will range from $2500 to $25,000

To enter, go to https://www.livemasscholarship.com/#home

Opens on line January 2017

Marjorie M. Jarrell

Scholarship

Must be a senior Must have at least a 3.0 GPA Must plan to pursue a degree

in the field of education Must demonstrate

involvement in community and/or church

Applications available in the Guidance Department

April 3, 2017

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Scholarship

Must be a senior Must write a 500 word essay

on given topic

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

April 15, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATEMarriot Minority Must plan to enroll in a business June 15, 2017

Entrepreneurs Scholarship

related career field Must write a 500 word essay on

‘Why I want a Scholarship and What are my career goals.”

Must be African American, Asian American, American Indian or Hispanic

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

ORhttp://www.up.edu/showimage/show.aspx?file=19876

Nathan Lewis Poole

Scholarship

Sponsored by the

BRHS Class of 1975

--Must demonstrate high moral character--Must be self- motivated--Must be involved in sports--Must write an essay--Must be a student athlete

For additional information, please stop by the Guidance Department

April 3, 2017

National Council for Affordable Rural Housing Scholarship

(CARH)

Must have at least a “B” average Must be listed as a resident at a

CARH member housing apartment complex for at least 6 months

Applications Available at http://www.carh.org/scholarships/applications/ orApplications available in the Guidance Department

April 30, 2017

National Association of

Negro Business & Professional

Women’s Clubs, Inc.

Southeast

Must write a one page essay on the following topic “Why I Want to Attend College.”

Must attach a resume Must attach a copy of transcript

Applications Available in the

February 12, 2017

District Scholarship

Guidance Department

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATEThe Resident Scholarship

Award

Alexander City Housing

AuthorityResidents are encouraged to

apply

--Must be a high school student residing in public housing or Section 8 housing for at least six months

---Must hold at least a 2.0 GPA

--Must sign up on line to create an account

To sign up on line go to https://haigroup.starsscholarshipsonline.com/STARS/default.aspx

April 30, 2017

The Russell Foundation Scholarship

--Applicants must have at least a “B” average--Applicants must submit a photograph--Applicants will be judged on academic achievements and extracurricular activities

Applications available in the Guidance Department

March 21, 2017

Russell Medical Center

Foundation Scholarship

Must be a child of a Russell Medical Center Employee

Must be pursuing a career in the medical field

Applications available In the Guidance Department

April 3, 2017

Southern Automotive

Women’s Forum Scholarship

(SAWF)

Must be a female Must plan to pursue an

automotive manufacturing career in Alabama at a 2 year/4 year college

Applications available in the Guidance Department

Orhttp://www.southernautowomen.org/

June 1, 2017

scholarship

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATEUniversity of

South Alabama

SoC Incoming Freshman

Scholarship

School of Computer Science Scholarships

Must be an incoming freshman at University of South Alabama

Must hold a 24 – 27 ACT Composite Must plan to major in Computer

Science, Information Systems, or Information Technology

For an application go tohttp://www.southalabama.edu/departments/financialaffairs/scholarships/departmentalscholarshipdirectory.html

Then scroll down and click on School of Computing

April 1, 2017

Stonewall Jackson

Memorial Scholarship

Fund

--Must submit an original essay of at least 1500-2500 words on some aspect on the life of Stonewall Jackson

Applications available at http://www.archives.alabama.gov/stonewall/stonewall.html

April 3, 2017

Thanks USA Scholarship

Must be a dependent child, age 24 and under (as of application

deadline) of a U.S Military Service Personnel

Must be a current high school seniors and plan to enroll in a two- or four-

year college or university, or vocational or technical school for the

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academic year

Must have at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00

scale.

For an application, go http://www.thanksusa.org/scholarship-program.html

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

Thurgood Marshall College

Fund

--Must be a U.S. Citizen--Must have a financial need --Must hold at least a 3.0 GPA --Must demonstrate leadership abilities --Must have teacher recommendation --Must be planning to attend either Alabama State University, Alabama A&M University or Tuskegee University

For Additional Information, go to http://tmcf.org/our-scholarships/current-scholarships

Deadline Varies

Troy University Foundation

Scholarships Students may apply for up to three

foundation scholarships from the list provided

Students must hold at least a 2.5 GPA or higher

For Additional Information, go to http://www.troy.edu/scholarships/undergraduate/troy-scholarships.html or

Information Available in the Guidance Department

March 31, 2017

Troy University The Millennium Scholar's AwardPays full tuition, room and board. Requirements are 32 ACT and 3.7 GPA

The Chancellor's AwardPays full tuition. Requirements are 28

March 1, 2017

ACT and 3.5 GPA

For an application go to http://www.troy.edu/scholarships/undergraduate/troy-scholarships.html

Tuskegee University

Spring Open House

Visit the Tuskegee University Campus to learn more about financial aid and other scholarship opportunities

To register, go to http://www.tuskegee.edu/admissions/open_house.aspx

March 25, 2017

NAME DETAILS/REQUIREMENTS DUE DATE

YNOT Foundation Scholarship Must be accepted to A 4 year

College/University Must write a 250-500 word Essay Must hold a 2.5 GPA

For an application go tohttp://media.wix.com/ugd/3a417c_0519607340014599b19c81e8c8b5ff2e.pdf

Or Applications Available in the Guidance

March 17, 2017

The Greg Ray Memorial Education

Scholarship

Must be a high school senior

Must hold at least a “B” average Must be the child of a public school

transportation employee

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

April 28, 2017

The Aviation Council of Alabama

Scholarship

Must be a high school senior Must write a 250 word essay describing your

goals Must be interested in pursuing a career in an

aviation related field

Applications Available in the Guidance Department

April 28, 2017