For Juniors who would like extra help for the Spring SAT and ACT, Kaplan Test Prep will be hosting free online Cram sessions for the New SAT and ACT.  Sessions are starting Saturday, February 27th. Space is limited.  To sign up, please visit www.kaptest.com/freecram.

The Education Foundation of the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that $500 scholarships will be offered to one graduate from each of the five high schools in the county.  Applications will be accepted between February 29 and April 1, and can be picked up in the Counseling Office. The student must be pursuing a post-secondary education.

The Education Foundation and Women in Business of the Oconee County Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce that a $500 scholarship will be offered to one female graduate who has the ability to succeed given less than ideal circumstances.  Applications will be accepted between February 29 and April 1, and can be picked up in the Counseling Office. The student must be pursuing a post-secondary education.

Camp MAGIK (Mainly About Grief in Kids) is a special camp for kids ages 7-17 who have lost a parent, sibling or other close loved one within the past three years. There are two spring sessions this year. Please visit www.campmagik.orgfor complete details and an application. The camps are free of charge and there is also a session for parents as well.

The PTO of Oconee County High School will award two, $500 EPOCHS scholarships to deserving senior students. The scholarships are given to recognize students who have made a difference in the lives of others, and their own, through involvement in school/community/work activities. Academic achievement, test scores, financial need and gender are not considered.  Applications may be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be turned in to Mr. Guthas by Friday, April 1.

The Xi Lambda Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity announces its first annual Triangle Achievement Awards. There will be five scholarships awarded to male seniors who plan to attend The University of Georgia in the fall of 2016. The awards include a $1,000 scholarship and four $500 scholarships. The successful candidates will be evaluated upon the following: academic success, extracurricular activities and excellence in athletics.  Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be postmarked to Tau Kappa Epsilon at UGA by June 1, 2016

The Clemson University Summer Scholars Program is offering fun and educational programs this summer to students entering 7th - 12th grade in the Fall. Program offerings range from Engineering and Biology to Audio Engineering and Music Programming. Please visit www.clemson.edu/summer/summer-science/ for complete details and registration information. 

One of the goals of The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is to support the youth in our community who desire to continue their studies in the arts.  The Classic Center Cultural Foundation will be offering three separate $2,000 scholarships.  There will be one awarded for vocal performance, one for musical instrument and one for performance art: drama/dance.  Any high school Junior or Senior from Clarke County or surrounding counties is eligible (Barrow, Jackson, Madison, Oconee and Oglethorpe).  A panel of local judges will be been chosen to make the final decision for the scholarship award.  To apply, the applicant should fill out an application form and submit it to The Classic Center Cultural Foundation byMarch 4, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.  This is a firm deadline and applications will not be accepted after that point.  An audition will be required; it will be held on April 13, 2016, beginning at 5:00 p.m. on The Classic Center Theatre stage.  Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office. 

The Marine Corps League of Athens, GA announces an available scholarship. The award, in the amount of $1,000, can be used to defray the costs of tuition and books at an accredited college. Applications can be picked up in the Counseling Office and must be submitted with a postmark date of no later than April 15, 2016.

Students in grades 9-12 are invited to participate in the 2016 Congressional Art Competition. This event is a nation-wide annual art competition that allows high school students to showcase their ability. Winners artwork is displayed at the U.S. Capitol building for a year. To access a student release form and competition guidelines, please visitwww.hice.house.gov/constituent-services/arts-competition.htm. Entries are due to one of the district offices byThursday, March 24th.

Wofford proudly announces the 68th annual Wofford Scholars Program. Qualified candidates are eligible to compete for scholarships ranging from $3,000 per year up to a full scholarship Wofford. Current juniors in the top 10% of the class can be nominated to be a Wofford Scholar. The student must also have a 1250 (critical reading and math combined) PSAT or SAT score, or 28 on the ACT. All students who are nominated for this program must apply Early Action or Early Decision. Please see your counselor by April 1 if interested in being nominated.

Students selected as Furman Scholars are eligible for at least $7,500 per year, $30,000 over four years, in scholarships upon acceptance to Furman.  Furman scholar nominees must be current juniors who meet the following criteria:

- A genuine interest in an education in the liberal arts and sciences

- A high school weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher

-Significant involvement in extracurricular activities and community service

-Demonstrated leadership potential

-At least a 1250 on the SAT, a 1280 on the PSAT, or a 28 on the ACT.

If you meet the criteria and are interested in attending Furman, please see Mr. Guthas in the Counseling Office by April 1 to be nominated.