Seniors going to ISU- Scholarships!!!!

Since it's October and our priority deadline for freshmen applications is fast-approaching, we wanted to update you on scholarships and grants offered at Illinois State. Redbird Academic Scholarship Our Redbird Academic Scholarship is automatically awarded to students with a 3.0+ cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale. We'll be sending scholarship award letters soon—your eligible students will begin receiving their notifications in November! Presidential and University Scholarships Both our Presidential Scholarship and University Scholarship are competitive awards. To be eligible, students must apply for admission to the University by our priority deadline of November 1, so encourage your high-achieving students to apply soon—with or without test scores. Once admitted, eligible applicants will receive an invitation to apply. Presidential and University Scholarship applications are due by the end of the day on December 15. ISU Access Grant This year we'll also be continuing our ISU Access Grant program, serving students with the greatest financial need. ISU Access, combined with MAP and Pell funds for which a student is already eligible, may cover tuition, fees, and even some room and board. Priority is given to students who have submitted their FAFSA by November 15 and who have all their supporting documents in by February 1, so encourage your students to file their FAFSA early!

2022 Illinois Chemical Education Foundation $2,000 High School Senior Scholarship Applciation

Open Only to Students Seeking Degrees in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or High School Chemistry Teaching

Thomas H Moore Illinois Electric Cooperative Memorial Scholarship- Due November 1st

 

Thomas H Moore Illinois Electric Cooperative (IEC) Memorial Scholarship Program

This program is administered by the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives and awards 13 scholarships to high school seniors throughout Illinois

• Eight $2,000 scholarships to children of electric cooperative members receiving service from an Illinois electric cooperative.
• One $2,000 scholarship to the child of an Illinois electric cooperative employee.
• Four $2,000 scholarships to children of Illinois electric cooperative members or employees, who are enrolling full-time in a 2-year community college.

Please read the guidelines carefully before filling out the online application. Applications are available before or on November 1st, submissions are due December 31st, and winners are announced in May.

Online Application

Hagan Scholarship Foundation- Due December 1st, 2021

 See Ms. Lee if you have any questions =)

Description of Scholarship

The Hagan Scholarship will help pay the unmet financial need of the recipient, up to $6,000 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters.

1. The disbursement amount for each semester will be determined by HSF by taking the Total Cost of Attendance for one academic year, including room and board; then deducting the total dollar amount of ALL scholarships, awards, grants, waivers and recipient’s EFC; then dividing by two. Parents are not required to pay the EFC, the EFC is used only to determine the disbursement amount.
2. The award amount will be adjusted each subsequent academic year to offset the expiration or loss of other scholarships, awards, grants, waivers and changes in the recipient’s EFC.
3. During the fall semester of the second year of college a $15,000 Schwab Brokerage Account will be established for each scholarship recipient to manage for the ensuing 2.5 years in order to learn how to invest to attain financial security.
4. During the fall semester of the third year of college each recipient achieving a 3.50 CGPA will be eligible for an all-expense paid Study and Travel Abroad Award, up to $8,000.
5. During the fall semester of the fourth year of college after establishing a personal Schwab Brokerage Account each recipient will receive $2,000 to be used to start investing to attain financial security.
6. Each scholarship is renewable for up to seven additional semesters if the recipient fulfills the renewal criteria, attends the mandatory workshops, and fulfills their Schwab Account responsibilities.
7. There is no limit to the number of credit hours a recipient can earn during the term of their scholarship. Recipients graduating college in less than four years can use the remainder of their Hagan Scholarship to attend graduate school or a professional school.
8. Second and Fourth-Year Recipients must attend a free mandatory workshop prior to the start of the academic year of college; travel and lodging costs are paid by HSF.
9. Each recipient must contribute toward the cost of their education by working 240 hours during the twelve months prior to the start of each academic year of college and provide proof of employment.

Recipients of a scholarship will be selected on an objective and non-discriminatory basis, regardless of applicant’s race, creed, color, sexual orientation, religion, disability or sex.

Decisions made by HSF are final and not subject to appeal. Terms and Conditions are subject to change without notice.    

November 2nd- All About Scholarships & Managing College Cost Presentation

Juniors & Seniors- ISAC will be giving a presentation on November 2nd at 5:00pm in the school library. Students and their parents are welcome to attend! The following presentations will be given: 

"All About Scholarships": This introduction to the process of applying for scholarships addresses the basics of a scholarship application, along with tips on how to submit a successful application. It is designed to flexibly integrate high school resources while informing students of reputable sources of information.

"Managing College Cost": This presentation provides tips on how parents can support their student as he/she searches for the “right fit” college. Topics include knowing the facts about college value, types of colleges and degrees, college visits, financial aid basics, teaching your student to budget, tips on managing money in college, and common concerns.

EIU Promise Program

 

EIU Promise Program

The EIU Promise program is a new financial aid program that can significantly reduce – and in some cases completely eliminate – tuition and fees for qualified Illinois students. It is a last-dollar scholarship, meaning that it covers any tuition or fees remaining after other scholarships and awards have been applied.

 

How do I qualify?

To qualify, you must:

·             Be a resident of Illinois, with at least one parent (listed on your FAFSA) also an Illinois resident

·             Have a family adjusted gross income of $66,000 or less annually

·             Be admitted to EIU as an incoming freshman full-time (12 or more credit hours)

·             Have your financial aid packaged and completed by April 1 of the year you intend to enroll

·             Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

·             Meet AIM HIGH Grant requirements

·             Meet renewal criteria after your first year

 

 

Seniors!!! U of I- Commitment Program

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers need-based financial aid through our Illinois Commitment program.

Illinois Commitment covers tuition and fees for up to four years for Illinois residents whose family income is $67,100 or less. For more detailed information about the program and to learn whether a student may qualify, review our FAQ.

Students interested in the program should apply to UIUC and complete a FAFSA. They can contact our Office of Student Financial Aid at finaid@illinois.edu or 217-333-0100 with any questions.

 

 

Manito Forest City Rotary Club Scholarship

This year the Manito Forest City Rotary plans to award at least five scholarships that are worth $500 each. One of these scholarships may be reserved for an Interact member. Our hope is to give away more than five scholarships. Often, we have additional scholarship funding provided by members, past members or other activities that Rotary members support. 

Here are the steps you will need to take to qualify for a Rotary scholarship: 

 Apply for the scholarship! The scholarship is awarded based upon your application and judged by a committee of Rotary members. The application is judged anonymously as all names are removed from the applications before the committee begins the selection process. 

Turn your application into Ms. Lee before the end of the day on April 19, 2022. Spring break is April 11 – 15. Ms. Lee has applications in her office!

 Make a reservation with Mr. Coers to attend a meeting of the Rotary Club. Reservations can be made in person, by email (lynncoers@yahoo.com) or phone (Cell phone 309-840- 0420). You are invited to attend a club meeting anytime through April 19, 2022. The Rotary Club meetings all start at 6 P.M. and are held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. 

The meeting will be held at Hawk’s Grove Inn in the back room. You must make your reservation no later than the previous Friday. 

A meal will be provided for you. 

Following the meal, give a short presentation. The presentation should include your college and career plans, your activities in school and the community and little information about your family. These presentations are short, rarely lasting more than five minutes. You are free to leave after your presentation. 

We prefer the maximum number of students allowed per meeting to be three, so plan ahead. The Rotary meeting attendance and presentation is a requirement to qualify for the scholarship.

Application =)

Fire Science/EMS Career Day!!!

This career day encourages students to seek high-skilled, high-demand, high-wage careers in Fire Science and Emergency Medical Services. Students will rotate through the East Peoria fire station, training facility, and classrooms talking with firefighters and learning first-hand what a day in the life of a firefighter is really like. Learn what you can do to enter this noble profession! The career day is November 10th, 2021 from 8:30-11:30 am. I can only take 10 students so see me ASAP =)

Army ROTC Tuition Waiver Scholarships

Are you interested in learning about Army ROTC and competing for free tuition at one of the below State Schools?

Eastern Illinois University, Illinois State University, Northern Illinois University, Northeastern Illinois University, Southern Illinois University Carbondale Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Western Illinois University

If you are interested in pursuing a future as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Army through the ROTC program while earning your degree at one of the schools listed above, you may be eligible for and receive the Illinois State Tuition Waiver (Scholarship) by participating in this year’s ISTW Combine. 

For more information click here: Army ROTC Information

For the application click here: Army ROTC Scholarship Application

Seniors!! Pursuing a career in education? Check out the Golden Apple Scholarship =)

 Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois

The Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois is a teacher preparation and scholarship program for high school seniors, and first- and second-year Illinois college students who have the determination and drive to be excellent teachers in Illinois schools-of-need. We prepare you for immediate and lasting success in the most challenging teaching environments.

Golden Apple Scholars Receive:

• Tuition support, up to $23,000 in total financial assistance for college

• Paid residential Scholar Institutes that include courses and extensive classroom/work experience

• Academic and social-emotional support

• Job placement assistance

• Mentoring from our award-winning teaching faculty

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Illinois High School Senior, Illinois Partner University Freshman or Sophomore, Illinois Community College Student.

• U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (DACA recipients) and resident of Illinois.

• Be a resident of Illinois (if you are dependent, both you and your parent/guardian must be residents of Illinois)

• ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:*
  Every application submitted to Golden Apple Scholars receives a holistic review. This means every piece of your application is reviewed and considered in order to make a decision. One single item does not determine your application decision.

STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES:

Standardized test scores are optional and not required for acceptance to the Golden Apple Scholars Program. The review committee will closely review the strength of course selection, G.P.A., grade trending, personal statements and overall involvement for students wishing not to submit test scores.

Students accepted into the Scholars program must submit test scores after induction to assist in research purposes.

Home school students are required to submit test scores for application review.

Deadline:

Deadline: April 1, 2022

APPLY HERE

VFW- Voice of Democracy Contest (due October 31st, 2021).

The Voice of Democracy Contest is one of the VFW's premier scholarship program. Students compete by writing and recording an audio essay o an annual patriotic theme. The theme this year is- American: Where Do We Go From Here? Scholarships can be awarded at the post, District, state, and national level. The top scholarship is $30,000. We just received the information today, and the deadline is October 31st. Please review the attached document for the rules, and how to submit the essay!! This is another opportunity to earn money for college!!! Let's go Raiders =)!!!!! 

Click on "download and complete"

PSAT/NMSQT- October 13th!!! 5 spots left!!!!

The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) measures what you're learning in school, determines if you're on track, and opens doors for opportunities to prepare and pay for college. 

Unlock the benefits: 

• Connect to $300 Million in Scholarships: Check "yes" to the Student Search Service® question on the PSAT/NMSQT answer sheet or opt in online to connect with 1,500 colleges and over $300 million in scholarships.

• Be Eligible for the National Merit® Scholarship Program: When you take the PSAT/NMSQT, you may meet requirements to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program and compete for national recognition and college scholarships.

• Learn Your Academic Strengths: After you take the PSAT/NMSQT or PSAT 10, your score report will show how well you performed and which college-level AP courses match your strengths.

Access Free, Personalized Prep: Prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT with free resources from College Board and Khan Academy, and use your PSAT/NMSQT score to create a personalized SAT study plan through Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy®.

We will be testing October 13th, 2021. The fee for the exam is $18.00. There are only 5 tests available. The sign up sheet is in Ms. Lee's office. There will be more test prep information in the upcoming weeks.

ICC is administering the placement test at MCHS!!!!!!

On October 21st, 2021, ICC will be at MCHS' library to administer their academic placement test. This is a half day so the test will start at noon. If you are interested in taking dual credit courses or plan on attending ICC after high school, this would be a great opportunity to take the assessment at MCHS. We will offer one testing session in the fall and one in the spring. There is a sign up in Ms. Lee's office =) You must sign up!!! There are important steps that need to be done prior to the day of =)!!!!!! Testing Information

The new 2021–22 FAFSA form is here!

SENIORS and PARENTS!!!! FAFSA is live!!! If you and your parent/guardian have created a FSA ID  (an ID per person), you can start filling out the 2021-22 FAFSA Form (FAFSA). You will need the following items: 

Just a reminder: FAFSA workshop- October 13th, 2021. 5:00-7:00pm- MCHS Cafeteria