The Young Scholars Program (YSP) is a premier six-week internship program for Georgia’s high school juniors and seniors interested in exploring Science, Technology, and Math through research in agricultural, food and environmental sciences. The 2020 YSP summer internship program will be held June 1 to July 10, 2020 on the University of Georgia’s (UGA) Athens, Griffin and Tifton campuses. This program is delivered through the Office of Diversity Affairs in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.  The Young Scholars Program has three goals: (1) expose Georgia’s high school students to research and careers in agricultural sciences (2) recruit students to UGA’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; and (3) increase exposure and cultivate interests in agricultural sciences among students from underrepresented minority populations. We welcome all students to apply.  Application requirements are as follows: •    Complete and submit the online application by January 31, 2020 •    Two letters of recommendation from science or math teachers by January 31, 2020 •    One official school transcript by January 31, 2020 Please contact Dr. Victoria David, Director of Diversity Affairs, via vdavid@uga.edu or by phone at 706-542-8826 to answer any questions.

Walton EMC is pleased to offer a scholarship in honor of Walter Harrison. Harrison, called "Mr. Rural Electrification" in Georgia, was nationally known for his lifetime efforts to make electricity available to every home in Georgia.   Twelve scholarships in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded in 2020. The scholarship application and criteria list can be found at www.waltonemc.com/walterharrison . The recipients home must be serviced by Walton EMC in order to receive the scholarship. The application, along with all supporting documents, must be postmarked by Friday, January 17.

An admissions representative from the University of North Georgia will be a OCHS on Wednesday, January 29 during Warrior Period. The meeting will take place in the main conference room. 

UGA is now accepting applications to our VetCAMP 2020, which is scheduled for June 7-13, 2020. This program is offered to rising high school juniors and seniors and rising college freshmen to evaluate their skills and competitiveness as future veterinarians, provide mentorship and help them experience veterinary medicine as an exciting career path. It’s a great experience and the students have a lot of fun while also learning about the profession.  The application for VetCAMP 2020 is available now on our website. All application materials must be received by Friday, January 24, 2020. 


The cost of attending the program is $900 and covers lodging, meals, instruction and social activities. Financial assistance is available to participants with demonstrated need. Students who are accepted into VetCAMP may request a financial assistance application by emailing us at vetcamp@uga.edu. They may also reach out to that email address with any general questions that they have regarding the program.

The Walton Electric Trust student scholarship is open to any graduating senior whose primary residence is served by Walton EMC. The scholarships available will be worth $4,000 and will be non-renewable. Applications can be found at www.waltonemc.com, or can also be picked up in the counseling office. The application deadline is January 31, 2020. 

The Hill Chapel Baptist Church Scholarship is provided to individuals who plan to pursue a postsecondary education. The scholarship will be awarded to students who are active in the school, community and/or ministries in their church. All interested students should return a completed application in to Hill Chapel Baptist Church by December 18, 2019. Please visit https://hillchapelathens.org/index.php/effective-resources for an application and complete details.  

The Georgia Pilot Foundation will award up to three $1,500 scholarships for outstanding community service to a graduating senior within the Georgia District. The Lynda Goodwin Volunteer Scholarship will be awarded to a senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA and who plans to attend an accredited college after high school. An essay will also be completed with the application on the student's volunteer experience. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office, and must be turned in by January 15 at 9:00 AM. 

1. As a part of Georgia Apply to College Month, Georgia Southern University is offering No Fee November until the end of the month.

No Fee November - GeorgiaSouthern.edu/apply

During November, students can apply to our 80 undergraduate degree programs without the $30 application fee. Please encourage your students to submit their applications for free at GeorgiaSouthern.edu/apply. And, if they are still learning about Georgia Southern, we encourage them to explore our Virtual Campus Experience to get to know our students.

2. The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is now available at jackierobinson.org. The JRF application is the vehicle through which more than 4,000 talented minority high school students become JRF Scholars. The deadline to submit the application is February 1 by 5:00 PM.   To be eligible, the student must be a minority senior that is planning on attending a four-year college. The applicant must also have a 1,000 combined SAT score on the math and critical reading sections, or a composite score of 21 on the ACT.

3. The Life Reimagined Scholarships are focused on three deeply important causes - supporting first -generation students, empowering women in technology, and increasing mental health awareness.  Please visit  https://calvinrosser.com/scholarships/  for complete details. The deadline to apply is December 31, 2019.  

4. A scholarship essay contest entitled "Create a Distracted Driving Family Plan" is being offered by the Parnell Law Office in Albuquerque, NM. Please visit https://www.hurtcallbert.com/scholarships/ for details. The deadline to complete the essay is March 17, 2020. Scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 will be offered. 

5. Two, $1,000 scholarships will be given to students by the agency Dreams To Kings and Queens. One boy and one girl will be chosen as scholarship recipients. Below are the eligibility requirements and the application process for this scholarship.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be college-bound high school senior.
• Must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
• Be accepted to and prepared to attend an accredited university, college, or technical school.

Application Process:

• Submit High School Transcript and College Acceptance Letter
• Submit 2 page essay answering the following question: If you had the opportunity to change your community in a positive way, what specific changes would you make?

For more information about this scholarship and complete details students can go to https://www.dreamstokingsandqueens.com/scholarship-giveaway

The deadline for this scholarship is April 10, 2020.

6.  Samford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy is offering Bulldog Pharmacy Camp the week of June 21 to 26, 2020 for high school students that are interested in investigating a career as a pharmacist.  We would like to invite your students to participate in Bulldog Pharmacy Camp.  During the week of pharmacy camp they will experience hands-on learning about health careers in pharmacy, participate in tours of local health care facilities and local pharmacies, participate in compounding activities and hands on demonstrations in the College of Health Sciences Learning and Simulation Laboratories. Students who attend the camp will have the unique opportunity to spend time on the Samford campus and experience campus life with us, spend time with pharmacy professors, and have a lot of time to interact with other students also interested in careers in pharmacy. 

The camp is open to rising high school juniors, seniors and entering college freshmen.  Selection for the camp is based on high school academic performance and their interest in the professions of pharmacy.   Enclosed is a flyer that will provide your students with important information regarding this exciting opportunity. Please post this flyer on your bulletin board of opportunities for your students.  

Information about the camp and the camp application can be found at https://www.samford.edu/pharmacy/bulldog-pharmacy-camp.  If a student has not taken the ACT or SAT, they should have their guidance counselor send an email to pharmacycamp@samford.edu stating that the student is applying for camp and has not taken the test yet. 

Space is limited so please encourage them to apply early.  The application deadline is February 1, 2020. If they have any questions, please have them call 205-726-2008 or email pharmacycamp@samford.edu. 

An admissions representative from the University of North Georgia will be at OCHS during warrior period on Monday, November 4th in the Career Center. She will be representing all five UNG campuses. Students who are interested in attending UNG are encouraged to attend.

The Polly Hardigree Ward Memorial Scholarship is for senior students who plan on majoring in agriculture or a natural resources related field of study. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office, and must be postmarked by April 15, 2020.

The admissions representative from Augusta University has rescheduled her visit to OCHS to October 15 during Warrior Period. 

An admissions representative from Clemson University will be at OCHS on October 16 during Warrior Period. The meeting will take place in the Career Center. 

Seniors who are interested in applying for a US Army ROTC scholarship need to see their counselors as soon as possible. 

Applications are now open for the 2020 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, honoring students in all grades for making meaningful contributions to their communities through volunteer service.  The program details can be found at spirit.prudential.com. If you have made considerable volunteer contributions to the community, the award application link can be found there as well. The application deadline is November 15, 2019. 

An admissions representative from Vanderbilt University will be at OCHS on September 30 at 7:45 AM. The meeting will take place in the career center. 

The Oconee County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a local scholarship fair on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m at the Oconee County Civic Center   Representatives will be present from approximately 20 local businesses and organizations that offer scholarships specifically to Oconee County students.

Augusta University will be hosting two fall preview days this year. The event dates are Saturday, September 28 as well as Friday, November 8. Please visit www.augusta.edu/visit for more information about Augusta University and to register.

The Athens Area Human Relations Council, Inc. will soon be selecting students to receive scholarships at the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Banquet in January. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office and must be post-marked by October 26, 2019. The awards banquet will be held on Saturday, January 18 at the Classic Center at 5:00 PM.  Please pick up an application as soon as possible so that there is enough time to complete it, along with the supporting documentation needed. 

Since its founding in 1839, Virginia Military Institute has recognized and rewarded outstanding academic achievement. Approximately 100 cadets attend the Institute on full and partial academic scholarships. To be an Institute Scholar, candidates must have a 3.7 GPA and a SAT score of 1350/ACT of 31. The candidate should also be in the top 10% of the senior class. Please visit  https://www.vmi.edu/academics/institute-scholars/  for further details and to apply.  All application materials, including the admission application to VMI, are due by February 1

An admissions representative from Mercer University will be at OCHS during Warrior Period on October 9th, in the Career Center. Please sign up through your SCOIR account if interested in attending. 

An admissions representative from Piedmont College will be here at OCHS on Monday, October 7 during Warrior Period in the career center. Please sign up on your SCOIR account if interested in attending.

Georgia State University is hosting a free webinar on Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. (Eastern time) for high-ability high school seniors who are interested in learning more about our Presidential Scholarship—the most prestigious and valuable academic award at Georgia State University.  You can register here  The Presidential Scholarship program recognizes incoming first-year students who were leaders in their high schools and offers them the support and experiences that will set them up to be leaders in their careers and communities. The scholarship is valued at up to $28,803 per year 

Presidential Scholars receive the following benefits for eight semesters:

·  Cost of tuition, housing and mandatory student fees

·  A yearly living expense stipend

·  A one-time $2,500 stipend for credit-bearing study abroad expenses

·  Opportunity for a paid University Assistantship to explore research and engaging work experience on campus

·  Access to individualized classes and mentoring opportunities

The deadline to apply is November 15, 2019! (Students must also complete their Common Application to Georgia State University.)

The Mercer University School of Engineering is pleased to once again invite senior students to apply for our annual Scholarship Challenge at our Macon, Georgia campus on Saturday, November 16, 2019.  We plan to award valuable scholarships this fall to high school seniors who are interested in Mercer’s engineering, industrial management and technical communications program.  More information about Mercer Engineering and the Challenge event is available at engineering.mercer.edu

AES Engineering company sponsors many scholarships for students. Please visit http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php for more information.

Student and their families are invited to attend the Atlanta STEM College and Career Fair on Sept. 29 at Georgia Tech’s McCamish Pavillion from 1-4pm.  Free and open to the public, the fair is for high school students interested in college majors and careers in engineering, medicine, computer science, and other STEM fields.  Students will meet face-to-face with hundreds of college representatives and industry professionals — all in one place. They'll get their questions answered about majors, degree programs, campus visits, internships, scholarships, financial aid, and much more. Plus, they can take advantage of STEMinars on topics such as writing a winning college essay and standing out in the admission process.

 The Jefferson Scholars Foundation at the University of Virginia is now accepting nominations for the Jefferson Scholars Class of 2024.  Jefferson Scholarships provide full tuition, fees, and a living stipend for four years of undergraduate study at U.Va., plus a number of generous enrichment benefits, including a study abroad experience. To learn more about the scholarship, the selection criteria, and the multi-stage selection process by visiting the Foundation’s website.

Camp MAGIK, a healing camp for bereaved children and adolescents, is announcing its fall 2019 camp sessions. Our fall sessions will be held at The Swamp in Union Point October 4-6, 2019. Applications need to be postmarked, emailed, or faxed to us no later than September 25, 2019. We will provide free transportation to camp and back based on need.  Camp MAGIK is well suited to all youth ages 7 through 18 who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or other close loved one, especially youth who have experienced traumatic death. Professional bereavement counselors, trained in grief and trauma, lead all counseling sessions. This will be our 25^th year providing this evidence-based service to the community.  There is also a retreat available for adults who want to process their own grief with other adults who are grieving  Our camp sessions are FREE OF CHARGE to all participating children and adolescents. Email CAMPMAGIK@GMAIL.COM for more information

An admissions representative from Athens College of Ministry will be at OCHS on September 11 during warrior period, in the career center. Please sign up through your SCOIR account in interested. 

The National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF): National Security - Diplomacy, Intelligence & Defense, will be hosting a program in Washington, D.C. this coming summer. This will be a six-day experience of stimulating, hands-on experiences. Students will learn about national security careers while enhancing communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills. Please visit  https://www.envisionexperience.com/explore-our-programs/national-youth-leadership-forum-national-security-diplomacy-intelligence-and-defense for complete details, including tuition costs. After reviewing the information, please see Mr. Guthas in the counseling office if you are interested in being nominated. The deadline to submit any nominations is September 20. 

Each year, the state of Georgia awards 42 outstanding high school seniors the University of North Georgia Military Scholarship. The UNGMS is a full, four-year scholarship that pays tuition, fees, books, room, meals and uniforms. It is valued at $85,000. The applicant must meet all the UNG freshman admission requirements. Please visit go.ung.edu/cadet-GMS for more information and to submit an application. 

An admissions representative from Georgia Southern University will be at OCHS on October 29 during Warrior Period. This will take place in the career center. Please sign up through SCOIR to attend. 

An admissions representative from American University will be at OCHS during all lunches on October 25. 

For more than four decades, the Boston University Trustee Scholars Program has attracted students with outstanding academic ability from around the world.  Trustee Scholars rank at the top of their classes and demonstrate exceptional leadership in their schools and communities. Scholarship recipients are selected by a faculty committee from a competitive pool of applicants after rigorous review. The Trustee Scholarship covers full undergraduate tuition plus orientation and mandatory undergraduate student fees for four years.  To be considered, students must submit their application for admission with one Trustee Scholarship essay by December 1, 2019. More information about the Trustee Scholarship can be found from the link below:  http://www.bu.edu/admissions/tuition-aid/scholarships-financial-aid/first-year-merit/trustee/

Horatio Alger scholarships reward student who possess the character to succeed. To qualify, you must have at least a 2.0 GPA and require financial assistance to attend college. You must be able to demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted family income is required). To learn more and apply, visit scholars.horatioalger.org. The application deadline is October 25. 

An admissions representative from Davidson College will be at OCHS on September 13th at 10:00. The meeting will take place in the main conference room. Please sign up in the counseling office if interested. 

An admissions representative from The University of Georgia will be at OCHS on Wednesday, September 18, from 11 - 12:00 in the career center to meet with interested students. Please sign up in the counseling office and get permission from your teacher to attend. 

An admissions representative from Augusta University will be at OCHS on October 3 during warrior period, in the career center. Please sign up in the counseling office if you are interested in attending. 

An admissions representative from The University of Chicago will be at OCHS on October 4th during first lunch.

Georgia Gwinnett College will be at OCHS during all lunches on October 9. 

Have your student join Kaplan's PSAT Prep Live. Free live lessons start October 12. Stream must-know math, reading, and writing strategies with teachers, Boris and Stephanie. Save your seat.

University of Georgia’s Vet School for a Day (VSFD) 2019 is scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, 2019. This program is open to high school juniors and seniors from Georgia and South Carolina to educate students about some of the many career opportunities within the field of veterinary medicine. They will hear from veterinarians from UGA’s vet school, a guest speaker, and receive a tour of our teaching hospital.  The application for VSFD 2019 will be available on our website (https://vet.uga.edu/academic-affairs/vet-school-for-a-day) until Monday, September 2. All application materials must be received by the September 2 deadline. There is no cost to apply to or attend the program. For more information about Vet School for a Day, please inform your students to contact vetcamp@uga.edu.

An admissions representative from the Savannah College of Art and Design will be at OCHS during all lunches on August 22.

An admissions representative from Clemson University will be at OCHS on September 5th during Warrior Period in the career center. Please sign up in the counseling office if interested. 

Welcome back!!

The Youth Leadership Oconee program through the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce is for any 10^th or 11^th grade students who want to further develop their leadership skills and channel those skills towards helping others and improving their community, to apply.   Applications are due back by Thursday, August 22.

The Progressive Outreach Coalition, Inc. is offering $750 scholarships to senior students. Applicants must be raised by a grandparent, another relative or some guardian other than a parent. You must have at least a 2.8 GPA, and plan on attending college in the fall of 2020. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office. The application must be postmarked by February 28th, 2020.

The ASVAB will be offered at the Oconee Civic Center on October 28 at 8:30 AM. Please see Mr. Guthas if you are interested in taking the ASVAB. This assessment is used to determine qualifications for the United States Armed Forces enlistments. All interested students in grades 10-12 can take the assessment.

Emory University admissions will be at OCHS on October 4 during Warrior Period. Please sign up in the counseling office if interested.  

An admissions representative from Furman University will be at OCHS on Monday, October 21 at 1:00. The meeting will take place in the career center. Please sign up if interested in the counseling office. 

Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission is currently seeking applications for their Youth Advisory Council for the 2019-2020 school year.  This group is made up of passionate middle and high school students who want to make a positive difference in their community.  It's an excellent opportunity for students to gain leadership experience and build their resumes while learning about sustainability and engaging in hands on projects.  Students meet once a month for planning, service, or events.

During the 2018/19 school year, the KOCBC YAC was instrumental in bringing public recycling to the City of Watkinsville at Harris Shoals Park and Rocket Field.  They also helped certify Harris Shoals Park, Watkinsville Woods and John McNally Park as recognized Wildlife Habitats in addition to multiple clean ups, the fall festival and other community events.  

More information is available here: https://www.oconeecounty.com/1021/KOCBC-KAB-Youth-Advisory-Council  Applications are due on August 22nd.

New Scholarship - Deadline Friday

The OC Chamber received a ne scholarship this morning. The deadline is this Friday but the application process is easy and should only take a couple of minutes to complete. Please have the students drop the packets off at the Chamber by this Friday at noon and we will deliver them to RFCU. This scholarship is for $2,000.  The application can be found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DG2L3wysvagcwuxar9CDgzHM0DxQ17s_/view?usp=sharing

Two, $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to seniors in Oconee County Schools by the Oconee County Rotary Club. Academic achievement, test scores and financial need are not considered for this scholarship. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office and are due on Friday, April 26 at noon. Please submit all applications to deedeegaines@gmail.com

The Georgia Development Authority David Skinner application is worth $2,400. Students who are planning on majoring in Agriculture are eligible to apply. Please visit http://www.gdaonline.com/ for further requirements and the online application. You may apply online, but there is not an option to save the document and go back to it. Just remember to complete the entire application at one time

Senior students who are planning on pursuing a post-secondary major in any field of agriculture may be interested in applying for the Larry Risse Memorial Scholarship, sponsored by the Clarke-Oconee Cattlemen's Association. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office, and must be submitted by April 15.

Graduating students who are interested in an agriculture or natural resources related field of study can apply for the 2019 Polly Hardigree Ward Memorial Scholarship. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office, and must be turned in by April 15. This is a $1,000 award scholarship. 

Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (Gamma Tau Chapter) is offering a graduating student a $400 scholarship. The selected recipient must be planning on majoring in the education field in college. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office and are due by April 8th.

Child Development 101 Summer Youth Camp at UGA (www.georgiacenter.uga.edu) Is a chance for teens to master key skills, spend time in UGA's Child Development Lab and complete a service project interacting with young children. Ages 13-15.

Math Circle runs STEM summer programs for high schoolers at both Emory University and Louisiana State University. The programs run for 3 weeks in June and July and include our summer math camp, a calculus prep course, and an intro to engineering program..  Information flyers can be found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7znTAXjGdovMEN2TWhUaTM4TE02SXliWnI2ZWVLQ0dDaGZN/view?usp=sharing and https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7znTAXjGdovRUx3MG4zSWQ2OFRHTmFzb1dBZ1VaSWZMeExB/view?usp=sharing

The Athens Area Alumni of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) will once again host representatives from colleges and universities and feature a panel discussion of current college students.  The flyer can be found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wPaf0AG6p6359B_lG1DX_dZWFoheiHJp/view?usp=sharing

Charles Ivie was a lifelong resident of Oconee County and a graduate of OCHS. He was a successful businessman and served as the Mayor of Watkinsville. Mayor Ivie believed in service to others, especially to his local community and to children with special needs. He was made of integrity and was committed to making the community better and one that people of all walks of life could enjoy.

The Charles Ivie Memorial Scholarship has been created to honor his legacy and provide assistance to a graduate of OCHS as he or she pursues a higher degree. The amount of the scholarship is $500.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Acceptance to an accredited college or university.

2. An overall GPA of a 3.0 or the equivalent of a B average.

3. Completed application and letter of recommendation from a teacher, administrator, coach, community leader, etc. 

Applications can be picked up in the counseling office, and must be returned to Coach Roach by April 10, 2019. 

The Drew Swan Sibling Scholarship is a one-year $1,500 award for a sibling of an individual with a developmental disability. 

All interested applicants must be:

1. The sibling of an individual with a developmental disability.

2. Accepted into a nonprofit higher education institution.

3. In pursuit of a 2 or 4 year degree.

Applications can be picked up in the counseling office and are due by April 30.

An admissions representative from GA Gwinnett College will be at OCHS during Warrior Period on April 10. Please sign up in the counseling office if you are interested in attending. This will be in the front office conference room. 

Peach State Federal Credit Union is offering both the Legacy Student Scholarship and the Dr. John Jackson Student Scholarship for seniors who intend on majoring in Education. Both scholarships are worth $2,000. 

The Legacy Scholarship honors the legacy of past and present board members and employees who have served PSFCU for 20 years or more. The Dr. John Jackson Student Scholarship is in honor of Dr. John Jackson, retired Superintendent of Oconee County Schools, for his contributions to the Oconee County School District. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office, and are due by March 15. 

This is a reminder that Oglethorpe University admissions will be here during warrior period on Wednesday, March 6. Please sign up in the counseling office if interested in attending. 

The American Legion is once again searching for motivated rising seniors to sponsor the Girls and Boys State summer sessions. These are week-long courses in state and local government. It is a "leadership action program" where students develop a working knowledge of the structure of government. Activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, assemblies, and recreational programs. Boys State will be held from May 26-June1 at Riverside Military Academy. Girls State will be held from June 9-14 at Georgia Southern University. 

Please visit www.georgiagirlsstate.org or www.dogboysstate.org for more information on each program. Please complete all applications by April 20, 2019. The Post#20 Athens chapter will be able to pay for the cost to attend. Applications can be downloaded or picked up in the counseling office. 

For thirty one years, the Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association essay contest has exposed thousands of high school seniors and their families to the life safety and property protection attributes of fire sprinklers.  The Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association awards scholarships annually in the amount of $1500, $1000, and $750 to high school seniors through an essay writing contest. The link for complete information and details is:    http://www.georgiafiresprinkler.org/events/essay-contest/  
The deadline for entries is March 18, 2019.

The Oconee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that it will award a $500 scholarship to one graduate from each high school in Oconee County. Applications must be received by 9:00 AM on April 15. This application is open to all graduating seniors who are pursuing a post-secondary education. You may visit https://www.oconeechamber.org/education--mini-grants.html to download an application (Education Scholarship Application), or pick one up in the counseling office as well. 

The Oconee Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that a $500 scholarship will be offered to one female OCHS senior who has exhibited the ability to succeed given less than ideal circumstances. The application deadline is April 15. Students will be selected based on personal circumstances related to need, participation in the community/school, and work experience also. Applications can be downloaded from this link https://www.oconeechamber.org/education--mini-grants.html , or picked up in the counseling office as well. 

High school senior females who are pursuing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) undergraduate degree may be interested in applying for the Novelis STEM Scholarship.   Four, $2,500 Novelis STEM Scholarships will be awarded in May. Applications may be picked up in the counseling office and must be submitted by March 29. 

An admissions counselor from Gordon State College will be at OCHS on March 26 at 11:00 in the career center. During this time, he will be waiving all application fees, and will admit interested students on the spot upon your transcript/test scores review. All you need to bring is your transcript and a copy of your SAT or ACT scores. Please sign up in the counseling office if you are interested.

Alpha Iota Delta of Chi Psi Fraternity is proud to announce the Bryan Scholarship to the Georgia Institute of Technology. This year, one scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded to a qualified young man entering Georgia Tech in the fall of 2019. The scholarship is offered in memory of Oscar Virgil Bryan, Jr.. Any senior male student who will be attending Georgia Tech is eligible to apply. Applications can be picked up in the counseling office, and must be turned in by April 30, 2019. 

An admissions representative from Oglethorpe University will be at OCHS on Wednesday, March 6 during Warrior Period. Please sign up in the counseling office if interested.

The Presbyterian College Fellows Award recognizes a top member of the junior class who is interested in attending Presbyterian College. Juniors ranked in the top 10 percent of the class and have a SAT score of 1100 or higher (ACT of 22 or higher) may be nominated. This award is worth $1,000 annually for four years of study at Presbyterian. Selection as a PC Fellow also grants students consideration for other scholarships as well. Please see Mr. Guthas in the counseling office by March 27 if you are interested in being nominated and meet the criteria. 

The Volunteer Services Department at Piedmont Athens Regional is currently accepting applications for the 2019 Teen Volunteer Program. Some of the areas that teens serve in are Cardio-Pulmonary, Diagnostics, Endoscopy, Nursing units, and the information desk.

Applicants must:

- Be 15 years old before June 1

- Have a GPA of a B average or higher

-Attend and interview and orientation session

This is a good initial experience for students interested in the healthcare field. To request an application, call (706) 475-3405 and leave your name, mailing address, and phone number. The deadline to apply is March 4, 2019. 

The Hill Chapel Baptist Church will be offering scholarships in the amount of $500 to qualified students based on their academic achievement, civic and religious involvement. Students must have at least a 2.5 GPA. You can download the application by visiting www.hillchapelathens.org. Completed applications are due to the church by February 22. 

Over 300 automotive technology scholarships will be awarded to interested students. Please visit 

https://www.automotivescholarships.com/apply_online.cfm to learn more about these opportunities. The deadline to submit applications is March 31, 2019. 

UNG is offering multiple scholarships for incoming freshman, including some specifically for Oconee County residents.  The deadline to apply is February 14th. The student will need to have their UNG login information in order to apply.  https://ung.academicworks.com/users/sign_in

On Friday, February 22, Auburn University is hosting an Engineering Day for students interested in this career field. Students can view exhibits, meet with faculty, and meet with current Auburn engineering students. The event will be held from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. You may pre-register and view the detailed schedule for the day at www.eng.auburn.edu/eday

The National DAR awards a variety of scholarships through the DAR Scholarship Committee. All applicants must be citizens of the United States and must attend, or plan to attend, an accredited college or university in the United States. To obtain an application, visit www.dar.org. Click on Scholarships and follow the prompts.

Please note that high school seniors are eligible for the following scholarships: The Aura Lee A. Pittenger and James Hobbs Pittenger American History Scholarship, the Nursing Scholarships, the Margaret Howard Hamilton Scholarship, the Lillian and Arthur Dunn Scholarship, Lucinda Beneventi Findley History Scholarship, the Nellie Love Butcher Music Scholarship, the Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship, the Utz Scholarships, and the Swadley Horticulture Scholarship.

Awards are based on academic excellence, commitment to field of study, and/or financial need, or other restrictions on specific scholarships. No affiliation with DAR is necessary unless specified. All scholarship applications for the 2019-2020 school year should be submitted between August 1, 2018 through February 15, 2019 Midnight EST, by emailing the application to the email address listed for each specific scholarship. For a detailed list of the scholarships, please visit the Scholarships page on the public DAR site.

This year, the Constitutional Officers Association of Georgia is giving away four, $1,000 scholarships to the top applicants based on their essays. The application is posted on their website at: https://coagonline.org/coag-scholarship  The deadline for entries to be received is March 31, 2019.  

The theme this year:  

Every county in the State of Georgia has elected government officials known as "constitutional officers." County constitutional officers include the clerk of the superior court, judge of probate court, sheriff, and tax commissioner.   County constitutional officers are elected for four-year terms and have such powers and duties as provided by general law. In your essay you need to respond based on performing the following:  Interview a constitutional officer in your county. Spend some time with them and describe things that they do on a daily basis.    

Graduating seniors planning on majoring in an agricultural or horticultural related field of study may be interested in applying for the Heritage Club of Athens - Sylvia Gibson Scholarship. Applications may be picked up in the counseling office and are due back to your counselor by March 1, 2019. The award is $1,500. 

The purpose of the Lions Club scholarship awards is to recognize the achievements of two graduating OCHS students. The selected student (s) must display good citizenship, have an active interest in the community/school, and a record of service to the community/school without personal reward. The amount of the award is $1,000.   Applications can be picked up in the counseling office, and are due by 3:00 PM on April 19, 2019. 

As many of you are aware, vaping or Juuling has greatly increased among teens.  Research shows that these can be just as addictive as cigarettes but we know less about long term side effects. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2018/12/20/teen-vaping-rise-here-why/2239155002/

Walton EMC will select four high school delegates to represent their co-op and experience the nation's capital. The Electric Cooperative Youth Tour is an all expense paid educational program. High school sophomores and juniors should visit waltonemc.com for requirements and an entry form. 

The State Botanical Garden, and we are looking for some high school age students to volunteer with our upcoming summer camp programs.  Our summer camps begin on June 10 and run through July 26.  For our regular sessions, the Junior Counselors must be 14 by the time camp begins, but we have one week (June 5-7) where we can use a couple of 13 year olds to help.  This is a fantastic opportunity for students to get volunteer hours for school or college applications, and if the students do a satisfactory job during the camps they are glad to write references or letters of recommendation speaking to their work experience.  The application can be found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7znTAXjGdovb1pNVFBSOVNhZ3VUcjRPZ2ZHaU1QVzgySVNZ/view?usp=sharing