Senior Bulletin
December 15, 2010
Financial Aid Night
is Tuesday, January 25th, 2011
at 7:00 p.m. in the Burris
Auditorium. Our presenter will
be Judy Nichols, Assistant
Director at the Ball State Office
of Scholarships and Financial
Aid. This presentation will be
hosted by the Counseling
Center, and all seniors and/or
their parents are encouraged to
attend. Ms. Nichols will be
going over the Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and will answer questions
related to financial aid in
general.
The Counseling Center will be
closed during the Winter break
from December 22, 2010 to
January 5, 2011. Mrs.
Maugherman requires a twoweek turnaround period for
college applications and
recommendations. Students
applying to universities with a
late December or early January
deadline are requested to plan
ahead and submit their
applications to the Counseling
Center by December 7, 2010 so
that the applications are ready
to mail by Tuesday, December
21, 2010.
FAFSA: Due March 10, 2011
The U.S. Department of Education, Federal Student Aid provides over $80 billion
annually in financial assistance for college. To receive federal student aid, students must
complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after January 1.
There are three ways that a student can complete the FAFSA:
1. Apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
2. Download and complete a PDF version of the FAFSA at
www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov (Note: PDF FAFSAs must be mailed for processing).
3. Request a paper FAFSA by calling the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243) or 1-319-337-5665.
(From Department of Education letter to counselors, librarians, or mentors, November 10, 2008)
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Scholarships, Awards, & Financial Aid
Please remember: If you are interested in any of the following scholarships, please
circle the scholarship(s) of interest, write your name on top of this sheet and bring it
to the Counseling Center. We will then provide you with the appropriate information. If
you require nominations by the Guidance Counselor, please stop by the Counseling
Center (room 112) at least two weeks before the scholarship deadline, and your name will
be added to the list of potential nominees. (It would be of assistance to Mrs. Maugherman
and greatly appreciated if you could do this as early as possible.)
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program:
Award:
$1,000
Criteria:
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the
scholarship page of their web site:
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http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm
Deadline: June 18, 2011
Burger King Scholars Program:
Award:
$1,000, 5,000, or 25,000
Criteria:
Available to all high school seniors and Burger King employees. Details
& how to apply can be found at:
www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/burger_king_scholars_program.html
Deadline: January 10, 2011
Indiana Trust and Investment Management Company Scholarships:
Award:
1,000-1,500
Criteria:
One $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to an east central Indiana
senior that has applied to and been accepted by Ball State University;
and one $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an east central Indiana
senior that has applied to and been accepted by Ivy Tech Community
College (Muncie, Anderson, Marion or Richmond campuses only).
The Indiana Trust and Investment Management Scholarships will be
awarded on the criteria of personal achievement, future goals, potential
leadership, and financial need.
Applications may be downloaded at:
http://www.indtrust.com/resource_center/scholarships01.php<http://www.mmsend
10.com/link.cfm?r=261081293&sid=11454028&m=1169208&u=COLES&s=http://ww
w.indtrust.com/resource_center/scholarships01.php>.
Deadline: March 25, 2011
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Indiana Kiwanis Foundation:
Award:
$1,000
Criteria:
For seniors attending a school in Indiana for their post-high school
education. A transcript of grades must accompany the application.
Applications are available in the Counseling Center.
Deadline: February 15, 2011.
Indiana University Chapter of the Delta Chi Fraternity:
Award:
$500
Criteria:
Must be an incoming male student for the fall semester 2011 at Indiana
University in Bloomington. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.2 and has
demonstrated strengths such as: leadership, community service, etc.
No commitment to Delta Chi is required.
Deadline: April 1, 2001. Application and details for the scholarship can be found
at: http://arete.kintera.org/IU
Professional Athletes Foundation Student Scholarship Program:
Award:
$2,500
Criteria:
For seniors with a GPA of 3.75 or better who has participated at the
varsity level in athletics for at least one year, who has been accepted to
a 2 year or 4 year college or university and who has not accepted any
scholarship funds or grants to participate in college athletics. Students
must also be nominated by a coach and have a nomination letter written
by that coach, as well as a two page essay written by the student.
Deadline:
DECEMBER 20
To be nominated.
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The Community Foundation of
Muncie & Delaware County
http://www.cfmdin.org/main/community-foundation-scholarships/
The site offers a variety of scholarship applications,
some that may be completed online including:
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Michael Brodhead Scholarship: Awarded to a Delaware County college
bound-senior who has overcome a physical handicap while achieving a high
level of academics and participating in other activities outside of the
classroom. Interested students can contact their high school guidance
counselor or the Special Education Cooperative office for more information.
Click here for application.
Dr. William J. McNabney & Thelma V. McNabney Memorial
Scholarship: Four year scholarship awarded to a college-bound senior from
an accredited high school in Delaware County. In awarding the scholarship,
consideration will be given to the following criteria: moral character,
academic ability, extra-curricular activities, potential for leadership, civic
responsibility, and financial need.
Murray's Jewelers Scholarship: Awarded to a graduating senior from any
Delaware County, Indiana high school. Applicants must have a 3.0 grade
point average or higher and plan to study fine arts or business at a regionally
accredited college or university in the State of Indiana. Consideration will be
given to the applicant's academic ability, activities and extra-curricular
activities, financial situation, and responses to essay and other questions on
the application form.
Charles W. and Jane (Klipsch) Thomas Scholarship: Awarded to a
resident of Delaware County and a graduating senior from an accredited high
school in Delaware County, Indiana. Applications must plan to pursue a fulltime baccalaureate course of study at an accredited college or university and
have a 3.0 grade point average or higher. Consideration will be given to
academic ability, citizenship, community service, and extra-curricular
activities, especially those of an academic nature (science fair, academic
teams, drama, 4-H, band, scouts, etc.) This scholarship is designed for the
student who has gone "above and beyond" their academic studies outside of
the classroom and one who has not received other major scholarship awards.
Angie Wilson Scholarship Award: Awarded to a graduating senior from
Burris Laboratory School who plans a career in teaching after college.
Consideration is given academic achievement, financial need, and the quality
and genuineness of an essay submitted upon application.
Look at the website for even more scholarships…
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10 Most Common Senior Year Mistakes
How to avoid mistakes while preparing for college in your senior year
Your senior year of high school is a busy time. Between taking tests like the
SAT and ACT, worrying about your GPA and transcript, doing your college
search, sending out your applications and waiting to find out about admissions
at your colleges and universities, it’s understandable that you would be
tempted to put all that school stuff aside and have fun with your friends.
But keep your eyes on the education prize. Balance is key: Take breaks to
recharge and have fun, but don’t let senioritis overtake you and make your
college options slip away.
Finding a balance between having fun, studying for your courses and
planning for your next life step is a great way to start preparing for college,
since you will be called upon to do this during your college years.
To help you stay focused, we’ve compiled 10 of the top mistakes students
make during their senior year so you can make sure you don’t make them.
1. Missing Classes
Skipping classes could mean missing valuable information for upcoming tests.
And don’t forget to think ahead to university classes: Information you’ll need
for your major in your college program may be covered during a high school
lecture you miss.
2. Thinking your second semester grades don't count
Many universities look at your second semester grades, so keep that GPA up
and keep taking those AP/IB and honors classes. Admissions departments at
many colleges and universities have been known to rescind the acceptance
letters of students who drop their tough classes or let their GPA sink
dramatically due to senior slump.
3. Giving in to “senioritis” *
A bit of restlessness during your senior year is to be expected, but don’t let
yourself lose motivation, procrastinate or slack off completely. Letting
yourself get physically or emotionally run down can ruin your senior year and
make you less prepared for getting a college degree.
4. Getting overwhelmed
Senior year means juggling everything from the prom and parties to college
essays and AP tests. You’ll get through it all if you take a step back and
prioritize your time: Make lists and timelines to keep track of all of your
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deadlines and make sure you get it all done.
5. Not keeping your priorities straight
Planning for college doesn’t mean you can forget about your current
obligations. In class, that means making sure your transcript is full of good
grades in all of your subjects, not just the ones you think are easier or more
relevant to your intended degree. Outside of class, that means not dropping
your extracurricular activities or work if those activities will benefit you
financially or personally.
6. Forgetting your studying
Keep up on your assignments, even after a tough week. While you’re taking
time off, there’s another student going for your spot at the schools you’re
applying to who isn’t. When you feel less motivated to study, remind yourself
that every good grade gets you closer to finding a college that offers a great
program in the major you want. Keep your eyes on the prize!
7. Underestimating the time needed to get your work done
Be realistic about your current workload. While you know how long it takes
you to write a paper or study for a test under normal conditions, all the
pressures of senior year could make you work more slowly or give you more
distractions. To stay on top of your assignments, calculate how long you think
something will take you, and then double it. Triple it, if time allows. That way
you’ll have ample time to get your work done even if something comes up for
the colleges you’re applying to.
8. Daydreaming about your future academic plans
Your mind now might be wandering, thinking around about degrees, majors,
MBA programs, possible careers, study abroad and many other things. These
are all exciting future possibilities, but don't forget the here and now.
Devoting too much time daydreaming when you have homework and reading
to do could seriously curtail those future plans.
9. Blowing off “less important” work
Don’t be fooled by the idea that a second paper or a midterm quiz doesn't
make that much of a difference. Everything counts. Even if something is only
worth ten percent of your grade, take it seriously. That extra ten percent
might be what pushes you into a college slot over the next applicant.
10. Failing to use the resources that are available to you
Teachers know about all the challenges you’re facing during this busy time,
and many of them are nice enough to offer extra help during the second half
of senior year. This help can be in the form of extra office hours, a review of
topics covered, study guides, sample exams, or other tools to help you
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improve your grade. Take advantage of them.
Senior Year Planning for College Tips & Tactics
Your teachers are great resources not only for course help but also for
college advice. They’ve seen countless students make the same leap
and can help you find a college, choose a major or balance all of your
obligations.
You can’t take care of your responsibilities unless you take care of yourself:
That means sleeping well, eating right and exercising regularly.
Don’t turn senior year mistakes into summer mistakes. Of course you want to
spend the summer with your high school friends, making the most of
your time together before you head off to college. But give yourself
some time to rest and recharge your batteries before you leave for
school – you will be expected to work hard when you get there.
Too late to save yourself from the slump? Don’t worry; you do have options. If
slacking is making it hard for you to get in to your dream college, look into
community college, distance learning programs and online degrees. Not only
will a program like this keep you on the right academic track, you can transfer
after a year or when you get your associates degree.
(Campus Explorer, 2010)
*Senioritis:
noun: A crippling disease that strikes high school seniors. Symptoms include: laziness, an overexcessive wearing of track pants, old athletic shirts, sweatpants, athletic shorts, and sweatshirts. Also
features a lack of studying, repeated absences, and a generally dismissive attitude. The only known
cure is graduation.
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College Fairs and Preview Days:
Although we have no preview days announce this
month, please check the websites of the schools to
which you are applying to learn about their specific
visit opportunities.
Remember: This is only a small list of the thousands of scholarships that are
available. We encourage you to browse www.fastweb.com or check out
individual college websites for corresponding scholarships. Once on the
university’s home page, click on Prospective Students or Financial Aid or
Scholarships in order to view available information. If you have specific
colleges or universities in mind and are still having trouble, please contact us
at the Counseling Center for further assistance.
Have a happy & restful Winter Break!!!!!
Mrs. Julie Maugherman
Director of Guidance and Counseling Services
[email protected]
765-285-2341
Samantha Floyd
Counseling Center Assistant
[email protected]
765-285-2341
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