UPDATE
FROM THE
GUIDANCE OFFICE
2018
April 18
MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THE FOLLOWING IS AVAILABLE IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE:
ATTENTION:
JUNIOR PARENTS
COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID NIGHT
MAY 8TH
AT 6:00 P.M.
IN THE LIBRARY
NEW
A list of the scholarships below was given to seniors this week.
SCHOLARSHIPS
2018
American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary #73 Scholarship – for a senior from Shamokin or Coal Township, whose parent or grandparent has served or is currently serving in the United States Military.
Anthracite Area Penn State Club’s Edward M. Griffiths II Memorial Scholarships – for students who have been accepted and will attend Penn State University or any of its branch campuses, including Penn Tech, for either the Summer or Fall Semester of 2018.
Laurie Anne Green Scholarship – for a senior girl pursuing a teaching career.
Marie A. Holland Memorial Scholarship – for any senior pursuing a career in the Health Care field, Home Economics or helping professions.
Konopka - Baker Scholarship – for any senior planning to further their education.
Father Daniel J. Menniti Scholarship – for any senior planning to attend Shippensburg University, The Catholic University of America, American University, or DeSales University.
Dolores Oravitz Kazar Memorial Scholarship – for any senior going into the medical field.
ALL OF THE ABOVE SCHOLARSHIPS ARE DUE IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE BY MAY 1ST.
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Knoebels Scholarships – Knoebels will award ten scholarships for any students who are current employees. Past applicants and recipients may reapply each year. Deadline is June __?? Knoebels Scholarship applications are available in the Knoebels Resource Officefor any seniors who are current employees.
William L. Shutt Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to a senior who has been employed by the Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association (PSSA) for at least one year prior to applying for the scholarship. Deadline is June 1st. We did not receive these yet, but you may request an application at the Ralpho Gun Club.
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SALT TEAM - Lourdes Regional High School is a community brought together in response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We seek unity through affirmation, and integration of our gifts and talents for service. Acknowledging that our students are all children of God, the school community challenges them to full development of their talents. Along the way, some students develop difficulties related to drugs, alcohol, and/or mental health issues. Recognizing these possibilities, this school community supports a Student Assistance Program to help identify such students. The heart of the program is a Student Assistance Team Known as SALT (Student Assistance – Lourdes Team) which is a core group of school personnel specially trained to work with these students. Since students cannot fully enjoy and appreciate God’s gift of life unless they are experiencing good health and total fitness, the SALT Team intervenes and, if necessary, refers students at risk to appropriate personnel or agencies. The intervention is made in the hope that such students may once again come to appreciate the gift of life and utilize their many talents for the benefit of themselves and others.
The heart of the SAP (Student Assistant Program) is the SALT Team comprised of administrators, counselors, teachers, and the school nurse. The team is specially trained to identify and help students experiencing problems related to alcohol and drug use or who are at risk of suicide and other mental health problems. It is not the function of the SALT Team to diagnose or treat a problem. The function is to identify patterns of behavior which is associated with a problem. When such patterns are discovered, the student is referred to in-school personnel or to appropriate community services.
For more information about the Student Assistance Team, please call Mrs. Gilger in the Guidance Office.
Experience Pre-College at Adelphi University, New York, this summer from July 22 – August 4.
- Take an amazing class and earn 3 transferable college credits
- Enjoy exciting class trips to nearby New York City
- Live on campus and make new friends
- Choose from exciting subjects like art and design, musical theater, business, nursing, psychology, video gaming and more! Apply today at precollege.adelpji.edu or call 1-800-adelphi
The Advanced College Experience (ACE) at Bloomsburg University is designed for college-bound high school juniors and seniors who seek to “jump start” their college career by earning college credits. BloomsburgUniversity offers a selection of courses intended to supplement high school offerings and to expose students to the academic environment at the college level. Students save 75% of the tuition. Typical offerings will include courses in exercise science, composition, psychology, history, public speaking, political science, language, music, biology, chemistry, mathematics, and geography. For more information call 570-389-4824 or visit
Summer College will be held at Bloomsburg University for the following three convenient sessions:
Session 1: May 21 – August 10
Session 2: May 21 – June 29
Session 3: July 2 – August 10
PLUS – Accelerated four-week online courses May 21 – June 15
COLLEGE STUDENTS: It’s a great way to catch up or get ahead.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Get 75% reduced tuition under the ACE Program.
For more information phone 570-389-4824 or bloomu.edu/summer.
Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs will be held June 30 – August 11. Topics are Fine Arts: Architecture, Art & Design, Drama and Music. For more information go to: admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/pre-college.
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The Epilepsy Foundation Western/Central Pennsylvania sponsors a camp each summer called Camp Frog. It is a nationally-recognized program that places extra supportive and medical services into an existing YMCA summer camp program, thus allowing children with a primary diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder to enjoy summer camp just like their peers. They are looking for camp counselors who are interested in working with special needs children from the ages of 8 to 17. The camp provides opportunities for graduating seniors to gain more experience working with children and teens if they plan on working in a related field. The position is open to qualified graduating seniors who are also at least 18 years of age. Camp Frog will be held from June 17-23, 2018 at Camp Conrad Weiser in Wernersvillle, PA (near Reading) and June 24-30, 2018 at Camp Fitch in North Springfield, PA (near Erie). Counselors will assist Camp Frog campers with daily activities and provide additional safety, behavioral, and emotional support throughout the entire week of camp.
Indiana University of Pennsylvania is announcing the 2018 Summer Honors Program hosted by the Cook Honors College from July 22 – August 4. They will be admitting 120 students this year. To apply students must submit an application, a teacher recommendation and an official high school transcript. Due to generous alumni contributions, all enrolled students will receive a $1000 scholarship bringing total program costs to only $400. For more information, go to The application deadline is May 1, 2018.
LuzerneCountyCommunity College’sYoung Scholars Program - Qualified Juniors and Seniors can take college courses at LuzerneCountyCommunity College through the Young Scholars Program and take advantage of a reduced rate on tuition. Contact the Shamokin Campus at 648-2544 or the Guidance Office for more information regarding registration and courses.
Attention current Senior and Junior parents and students:
The following youtube video provides parents and students with information regarding college financial aid.
NCAA – National Collegiate Athletic Association – Many college athletic programs are regulated by the NCAA, which has established rules on eligibility, recruiting, and financial aid. If a student is planning to enroll in college as a freshman and wishes to participate in Division I or II athletics, he or she must be certified by the NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse. The process of certification should begin at the end of the Junior year in high school. NCAA requests that students apply online at It is necessary to send ACT or SAT scores to the Clearinghouse directly from the testing agencies. The code for NCAA is 9999.
Pennsylvania American Legion - Keystone Boys State
Open to any male student who has completed their junior year and resides in Pennsylvania. KBS students practice and operate fictitious cities, four counties and one state, based on the statutes and codes of the State of Pennsylvania. The
program takes place from June 17 - 23 at Shippensburg University. Local legion posts will sponsor the students to attend.
Pennsylvania American Legion – State Police Youth Week
Open to any male or female student who is 15-17 years old and resides in Pennsylvania. The student should be in good health and physically fit. This camp is run like a boot camp, to introduce students interested in law enforcement or a branch of the armed forces. Cadets march in platoons, do physical training and have instructional time. The program takes place from June 10 - 16 at York College of Pennsylvania. The fee of $200.00 includes meals and lodging. Local legion posts will sponsor the student to attend.
For more information go to:
Summer Enrichment Programs at Susquehanna University – Encourage your child to check out summer enrichment programs to build their college resumes. Students spend a week living on campus with other high-achievers who share their academic interests. The Summer Enrichment Programs offer 10 exceptionally educational opportunities, from Exploring Legal Careers to an Actor’s Institute to SU’s nationally recognized Writers Workshop, that give students a taste of college life while helping them develop meaningful skills.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Pennsylvania American Legion Scholarships:
- Joseph P. Gavenonis Scholarship – Open to any Pennsylvania high school senior who is child/grandchild of a Pennsylvania Legionnaire.The student needs to be seeking a four year degree in a Pennsylvania college or university.
- Robert W.Valimont Endowment – Open to any Pennsylvania high school senior who is a child/grandchild of a Pennsylvania Legionnaire. The student needs to be seeking a two year career-oriented education or training in a less-than-four-year program in a Pennsylvania school.
For more information go to:
ATTENTION CLASS of 2018: Submit a creative project about the dangers of drunk and/or distracted driving for your chance to win scholarship money with the Road to Safety Scholarship Contest sponsored by Metzger Wickersham, PC. Drive with safety in mind, all the time!
First Place:$1,000
Second Place:$750
Third Place:$500
Entries due by April 27, 2018. Contact the Guidance Office for more information.
Fred G. Smith Golden Rule Trust Fund – Trade School – was established by Mr. Smith to financially assist students to acquire a trade school education. The annual amount of the trust scholarship is $5,000. Scholarships are limited to a one-time award for no more than a two year course of study in a trade school or technology school in the state of Pennsylvania.
A candidate must be a resident of:
Ashland Borough
Mount Carmel Borough
Mount Carmel Township
Shenandoah Borough
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