Grade 12 – New Scholarships
University of Virginia - The Jefferson Scholars Foundation of The University of Virginia invites OCHS to nominate one outstanding senior student into the competition for Jefferson Scholarships to the University of Virginia. The Foundation seeks to find high school seniors who possess exceptional ability in leadership and scholarship and who show promise of making a significant contribution to the University community. For more information about the Jefferson Scholars Foundation, please visit www.jeffersonscholars.org. Please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office by Friday, October 9 if you are interested in being nominated after visiting the website.
Davidson College - OCHS can nominate one outstanding senior student for the John Montgomery Belk Scholarship at Davidson College. This scholarship recognizes and rewards students of outstanding intellectual and personal achievement and significant leadership ability. Up to five Belk Scholars will be chosen in Davidson's Class of 2014, each receiving an annual renewable scholarship equivalent to the college's comprehensive fees. Please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office by October 15 if you are interested in being nominated.
Suntrust Off to College - High school seniors can win a $1,000 scholarship for their first year expenses at a college or private career school through the SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes. One winner will be chosen every two weeks from October 30, 2009 through May 14, 2010. Students can begin registering September 14, 2009, and the first drawing will be held on October 30, 2009. For complete details, visit www.offtocollege.info or www.suntrusteducation.com.
