2017-18 LOCAL

SCHOLARSHIPS

Packet Includes:

‘How to Apply for Scholarships’

Letter of Recommendation request for scholarships

Sample Resume for scholarships

Index

This packet is also on Schoology and the GNHS website: http://www.d127.org/north/guidance/college-and-

career-center, under College Resources.

*This list is subject to change at any time and scholarships with a ‘general date’ are not guaranteed to open. Scholarships

shaded in gray are not currently open.

*Any questions or problems, please contact Mrs. Applehans or Ms. Stenberg.

GOOD LUCK!

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How to Apply for Scholarships

**The first and most important tip - do not procrastinate when applying** What does procrastinate mean, you may ask?

Well, it means the action of delaying or postponing something. Let’s not go there!

Here is the basic order of applying:

1) How to choose and where to find scholarships - Choose scholarships you qualify for and are interested in by looking through the Scholarship Packets located in the CCRC, on Schoology, and on the school website.

2) Deadlines and delivery methods – This falls on you! Be sure to pay close attention to both of those. Put scholarships into that order so you complete the ones that are due first. The best rule of thumb would be to complete the scholarship BEFORE the due date. (The CCRC is responsible for some and you are responsible for some)

3) Letter of Recommendations - If any scholarships require a counselor or teacher Letter of Recommendation, fill

out a request form and give it to them. They MUST be given at least one week to complete this.

4) Transcript Request – this will be the last thing you complete. After you have finished with all parts of your scholarship application, fill out a transcript request (for one scholarship) or the multiple scholarship transcript request form (for more than one/blue form). **Be sure that it really does need an OFFICIAL transcript. Many only need an unofficial. They will specify.**

Counselor/Teacher Letter of Recommendation Request for Scholarships Please use this form and give to your counselor or teacher if you need a letter of recommendation for a SCHOLARSHIP. Student Name: ________________________________ Teacher Name: ______________________________ Name of scholarship: ________________________________________________________________________ Date Needed: _______________________ (remember, they need at least 1 WEEK to complete this) Has my Teacher Recommendation Questionnaire, which is on Naviance located under the ‘about me’ tab, been completed? Yes _____ No _____ If no, when will it be completed? _____________________ Teacher/Counselor – are you able to do this for the student? Yes ________ No __________ If yes, what is the estimated date you can have it completed/back: ______________ **Do you have one already done that you can adjust/use? Yes ____ No ____ If so, please feel free to do that! Student Signature: _____________________________ Date: _____________ Teacher Signature: _____________________________ Date: _____________

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Sample High School Resume for Scholarships – be creative with it! Look for more ideas too!

Sharon White 123, Elamville Street

Ariton, AL 45678 Phone: (123) - 789456

sharonwhite@email.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE I am currently a senior at Ariton High School. Leadership and community service are some of my greatest passions. I plan to take my passions to the next level by turning them into my future career, nursing. EDUCATION Ariton High School, Ariton, Alabama 2000-2004

Activities and accomplishments in high school Best student of the year- 2001, 2002 Ariton Honor Society- 2003 Student Council member – 2000 – 2004 Track and Field – Captain and Runner

COMMUNITY/VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

Ariton Literacy program Ariton child nutrition program

WORK EXPERIENCE

ABC retail, LLC 2003-2004 Office Assistant

Answer phone calls & customer queries. Execute data entry tasks using Ms Excel, word and Access

Child Care 2001-2002

Worked as caregiver in a Childcare center after school and during vacations. INTERESTS

Member of Ariton High School Track Team Girl Scout Guitar

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Scholarship Index Athletes

Grayslake Colts Football, Poms, and Cheerleader, pg. 16

Grayslake North Athletic Booster Club, pg. 16 Lindenhurst Park District Youth Soccer League –

Roland Wetzel, pg. 17 MH12 Legacy Scholarship, pg. 15 Grayslake Youth Baseball – David G. Peregrin,

pg. 15

Banks (must have account with them)

BCU (Baxter Credit Union), pg. 19 Community Trust Credit Union, pg. 9 Consumers Cooperative Association, pg. 5 Andigo Credit Union, pg. 17

Business-related Field Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce – Shirley

Christian, pg. 10 Lake County W.I.N.G.S. (women only), pg. 9

CLC Only CLC – Connect to Your Future Recruitment, pg. 5 CLC – Connect to Your Future Renewable, pg. 11 CLC – “Dreamers”, pg. 12 CLC – The Lancer Scholarship, pg. 12 CLC – OMD Pathways to Success, pg. 13 CLC – NSF (National Science Foundation

Scholarship, pg. 17

Education Degree Lake County Retired Teachers Association, pg. 8 Illinois PTA, pg. 7 Lake County W.I.N.G.S. (women only), pg. 9

Engineer/Science/Computer Science/Technology Melvin E. Luke – Lake County Chapter of Illinois

Society of Professional Engineers, pg. 15 CLC – National Science Foundation (NSF), pg. 17 STEM (women only), pg. 11

Environmental Studies Friends of Moraine Hills State Park, pg. 18

Financial Need Fueling the Minds of the Future, pg. 9 Palumbo Family Foundation, pg. 15

Health Care/Medical related field Dr. Charlotte Nielsen’s Vision Care Assoc, pg. 10 Rollins Family Dental, pg. 11

Hearing Impaired Dean Ritter Trust for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing,

pg. 10 Grayslake Lions Club Jim “Chief” Rockenbach , pg. 6

Latino Students CLULC, pg. 19

LGBTQ PFLAG Deerfield, pg. 15

Men (African American) Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., pg. 19

Millburn Graduate Millburn Education Foundation, Dist. 24, pg. 8 Millburn Federation of Teachers – MFT, pg. 16

Miscellaneous DCFS – court ordered guardianship of student, pg.

13 Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois – children of workers

seriously injured or killed on the job, pg. 18

Northwestern University Richard G. Oehler Trust, pg. 7

Residence Lake Villa Township Lions Club, pg. 8 Round Lake Area Exchange Club, pg. 11 Lake Villa Township Republican Club, pg. 14 Lake Villa/Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce – Paul

Yurs, pg. 15 Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, pg. 7

Vocational/2 yr. degree Carrie-Ann Krewer (2 or 4 yr degree), pg. 8 Rotary Vocational 6440, pg. 8 Fueling the Minds of the Future (2 or 4 yr degree),

pg. 9 Lake County Federation of Teachers (2 or 4 yr

degree), pg. 5 Grayslake Chamber of Commerce – Shirley Christian

(2 or 4 yr in business), pg. 10

Women Lake County W.I.N.G.S, pg. 9 Dr. Minnie Leggette Young Woman of Achievement,

pg. 9 STEM Scholarship , pg. 11

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Name Deadline

Website/ Delivery Method

Max Award Criteria/Description

Exchange Club of Grayslake Youth of the Month Award The Youth of the Year award will be $3000, which is chosen from YOM winners

10/05/2017 By 11 a.m.

http://www.exchangeofgrayslake.org/sch

olarships

Apps online or in CCRC/Return to

CCRC

$200

YOM recognizes hardworking high school students who attain high levels of

scholastic achievement, community involvement and leadership.

Automatically considered for the Youth of the Year, which is a $3,000 college

scholarship

Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, Inc. - annual scholarship

10/9/2017

https://www.salvilaw.com/scholarship-

contest/

Apply online

1st Prize $750 2nd Prize $500 3rd Prize $250

Eligibility To be eligible for an award in our video

contest, you must: Be a U.S. citizen and permanent resident of the State of Illinois Be a current high school student registered at an Illinois

high school Or be a current college freshman registered at an accredited

college nationwide. The Chicago personal injury law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. is proud to offer a scholarship to three deserving Illinois high school students, or college

freshmen nationwide, who author a winning video essay in our fifth annual

Scholarship Contest. Students who enter our contest will

record a video on the following topic: “What law or laws would you create to

make the roads safer?,”

Bruce Fishkin Scholarship Fund

10/15/2017

https://www.brucefis

hkinscholarshipfund.

com/

Apply online

The Fund effectively eliminates the entire

cost of a college education for those

outstanding students we believe most

deserve an investment of our time and money

Must be entering their senior year of high school in the fall of 2016.

Must be a resident or attend high school in any one of the following areas:

Chicago, Illinois or the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry or Will,

Illinois, Las Vegas, Nevada and suburbs of the area Fairfield, Greens Farms, Redding or Westport, Connecticut.

Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the high school you are

currently attending, or the equivalent thereof in cases where the applicable

high school does not employ a traditional 4.0 system.

Must have taken either the ACT or SAT test and achieved a minimum ACT score of 22 OR a minimum SAT score of 1100. Plan on attending an accredited college or university for a Bachelor’s degree or four year program in the United States.

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CLC - Connect to Your Future Recruitment Scholarship (early grads)

11/17/2017

https://clcillinois.a

cademicworks.com

Apply online

$2,000

Eligibility: High School Seniors graduating early, No FAFSA required,

Full time enrollment (12 credit hours or more) in a degree or certificate program, Ready to take college level courses (non developmental English and math), not

based on financial need, priority given to students interested in Guaranteed

Transfer Admission, must accept the award by 1/5/18 and enroll in fall classes

or risk forfeiting the award.

Consumers Cooperative Association 2017 Scholarship

12/31/2017

(in hand by

this date)

https://www.myconsumers.org/promos/s

cholarship-application

Apps and submission online only *find under

‘news/events’ on home page

$2,000 1) Applicant or his/her parents must be a Member of CCU for minimum of one (1) year. 2) Applicant must be a graduating

high school seniors

Lake County Federation of Teachers—Joe Hutton Scholarship

1/23/2017

(in hand by

this date)

*closed*

Apps in CCRC/ Student can mail out

or return to CCRC 5 days before due date

$1,000

• Must intend to or be attending an Illinois Public Higher Education Institution (2 or 4 year). • Must provide proof of acceptance to a Higher Education Institution. • Must

have attended or be attending a Lake County, Illinois Public High School. • Attach

a one-page essay describing your educational and career goal and any other information you would like the committee

to know about you. • Must complete application and meet all deadlines. •

Provide most recent High School transcript or College transcript. • Provide at least one,

but no more than three letters of recommendation. • Provide a resume that

includes any extracurricular activities.

Caring Women's Connection Scholarship and Service Award

2/01/2017

*closed*

http://caringwomens

connection.com/scho

larships/

Apply online

See website for details

Lake County resident •Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) •Minimum GPA of 3.0 in Math, English, & Science •50 hours of verifiable volunteer hours during your high school career •Will be enrolled full-time during the 2016-2017 academic year at an accredited college,

university or vocational school •Must be willing to volunteer for 10 hours of

service time in a community of your choice (5 hours before the end of your first academic semester to receive the second installment of the Scholarship)

CBAI Foundation for Community Banking Scholarship Once submitted, you will be advised on what to do next. State Bank of the Lakes, Antioch, is the sponsor for this scholarship.

2/7/2018

(in hand by

this date)

*closed*

http://www.cbai.co

m/index.php/educati

on-foundation-

2?showall=&start=2

Apps available in CCRC. Return to

CCRC 5 days before due date.

Up to $4,000

Illinois high-school students are eligible if they have higher-education aspirations after graduation. The immediate family members of bankers and part-time bank

employees are NOT eligible (the Foundation offers separate scholarships

for the children and grandchildren of community bankers). Restriction pertains

to immediate family of ANY bank. ANNUAL ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

is what students are eligible for.

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Grayslake Lions Club Jim "Chief" Rockenbach Scholarship Lions International is a worldwide organization of local clubs that support the sight and hearing impaired, as well as their local communities. The Grayslake Lions Club has historically supported students graduating from Grayslake Community High School with a scholarship to pursue post-high school education or training. We continue this scholarship and expand it to a maximum of one scholarship for a Grayslake Central High School graduate (Lion Ruth Patterson Scholarship) and one scholarship for a Grayslake North High School graduate (Lion Jim “Chief” Rockenbach Scholarship) in any academic year. A scholarship need not be awarded to a student from either school in any given year.

2/10/2017 By 11 a.m.

*closed*

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$2,000

Student Eligibility. A graduating senior at Grayslake North High School who is in this order of priority given: One who has a vision or hearing

impairment and plans to pursue a

two or four-year degree, a

professional or trade certification for

which tuition is required

If not vision or hearing impaired, then a GNHS senior student who plans to pursue a teaching degree and be certified in special education with an emphasis on the instruction of the vision or hearing impaired

If none of the above, then one who has demonstrated a commitment to community service.sight or hearing impaired, or, if not impaired, a student who intends to study and be certified to teach sight or hearing impaired students, or who, if not impaired or intending to study and be certified to teach sight or hearing impaired students, has demonstrated a commitment to community service.

Students are required to have a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale). Students related to the second degree of consanguinity to a current member of the Grayslake Lions Club are not eligible.

Paramount Tall Club of Chicago The Tall Clubs International Foundation, inc. is a separate IRS 501(C)3 status non-profit organization created to benefit the interests of tall people.

2/12/2018

https://chicagotallclub.wordpress.com/sch

olarship/

Apply online

Annually, TCI

Foundation awards

multiple student

scholarship(s) of up to

$1000 each.

Currently, the focus is on funding scholarships for students under 21 years of age, about to attend their first year of

higher education, and who meet the height requirements of TCI— 5' 10" (178

cm) for women, and 6' 2" (188 cm) for men. Annually, TCI Foundation awards multiple student scholarship(s) of up to $1000 each. •Minimum height (females

5’10”; males 6’2”) •Academic achievement •School activities

•Volunteer work •Personal achievement •Chicagoland area student

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Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship

2/15/2018 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$500 - $2,000

Applicants must reside within the municipal limits of Round Lake, Round Lake Park, Round Lake Beach, Round

Lake Heights or Hainesville. • Applicants must be graduating high school seniors.

• The recipients of any of the scholarships must plan on enrolling as a

FULL TIME student (12 hours) at an accredited college or vocational

program. • Financial need is not a consideration in awarding these

scholarships. • The Board determines final discretion of eligibility of applicant.

Illinois PTA The Illinois PTA Scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year. Students entering an education related field of study are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.

2/15/2017

*closed*

http://www.illinoispt

a.org/scholarshipapp

lication.html

Apply online

1st place - $3,000

2nd place - $2,000

Eligibility Requirements Applicants must be:

High School seniors graduating from an Illinois Public school;

Grade Point Average of 3.0 or above in a non-weighted 4.0 scale. Please convert the GPA if

it is weighted and/or a 5.0 scale. Enrolling in a college or university in

education or education-related degree program, which may include: Librarians,

Instructional Media Specialists, School Nurses, School Psychologists, or Social Workers (all of which require certification from a State Board

of Education). Current high school seniors may click here to

apply now through February 15, 2017. Be sure grades for a minimum of 7 semesters of high

school are available on the uploaded transcript.

CISCO Scholarship Award Program

2/23/2018

http://www.cisco.org

/scholarships/

Apply online

Varies for each

scholarship

CISCO is now accepting applications for its 2017 Scholarship Program. CISCO

offers (3) four-year scholarships ($2,000/year) to high school seniors; (2)

two-year awards ($1,000/year) for seniors planning to attend community college; and (2) two-year continuing

education awards ($1,000/year) to union members or contractor employees.

Illinois Chemical Education Foundation *See scholarship paper for what is needed in the packet to be sent.

2/17/2017 By 11 a.m.

*closed*

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$2,000

The Chemical Industry Council of IL, through the Ilinios Chemical Education

Foundation (ICEF) presents a number of $2,000 scholarships each year to top

high school senior science students. The objective is to recognize and honor high

school seniors who have exemplified outstanding achievment in academics, extracurricular/employment activities

and community involvement.

Richard G. Oehler Trust Scholarship

2/24/2017 By 11 a.m.

*closed*

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

Award Amount: Based

on funds available

(historically - $5,000-

$8,000 per year)

Student must have applied or will apply at NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, and

ultimately be enrolled in Northwestern. This scholarship is awarded to a well-

rounded student or students who demonstrate superior academics, as well a leadership and moral integrity through

involvement in school and community activities.

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Carrie-Ann Krewer Scholarship

2/24/2017 By 11 a.m.

*closed*

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$500

Achieve average to above-average grades, definite plans to continue

education at a 2 - 4 year school, active participant in several extra-curic activities, possess above average attributes of character, such as

determination, leadership, good values & kindness. Have the unique ability to

go beyond what is expected

Lake Villa Township Lion's Club Scholarship

2/27/2017

(in hand by

this date)

*closed*

http://www.lakevillal

ions.org/

Apps online or in

CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days BEFORE

the due date.

$1,000

A $1,000 scholarship (Lake Villa township resident) for the school year following

high school graduation will be awarded to a qualifying high school senior

planning to pursue a two or four-year Degree at any accredited college or

university. To be eligible, the high school senior must complete and sign the official scholarship application and

obtain two letters of recommendation evidencing the student’s character and participation in public and civic affairs.

Illinois AMVETS Service Foundation

3/1/2017

*closed*

http://ilamvets.org/

WhatWeDo/Program

s/Scholarships/tabid/

120/Default.aspx

Apply online

See website for details

– many to choose from

Illinois Odd Fellow-Rebekah Scholarship Award

3/1/2017

(in hand

BEFORE this

date)

*closed*

http://www.ioof-

il.org/

Apps online or in CCRC/ Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

Ten to fifteen $1,000.00

grants annually

• Application • Photo of the applicant • Official high school transcript • 150

words or less typed statement • Principal or Counselor AND Teacher

recommendation letter One letter of endorsement from a responsible

community (NON SCHOOL) person

Lake County Retired Teachers Association ▪ Applicant must intend to pursue a career in education

3/1/2017

(in hand by

this date)

*closed*

http://www.lcrta.co

m/

Apps online or in CCRC/ Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

$1,000

• • Applicant must attend a Lake County public high school. • Applicant must

supply two (2) letters of recommendation: one from a high

school faculty member and the other from an adult who is not a relative, but is familiar with the applicant’s participation

in the community. • Applicant must write an essay on “Why I want a career in education.” • Submit a list of school

and community activities.

Millburn Education Foundation, District 24

3/1/2017

(in hand by this date)

*closed*

Apps in

CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

$1,000

• Must have graduated from Millburn School District #24 • Proof of acceptance from the educational institution • School

Transcripts • Two letters of recommendation • Essay - describe, in

one page or less, how a person, place or event shaped your life

Rotary Vocational 6440 (less than 4 yr degree program)

3/1/2017 By 11 a.m.

*closed*

AVAILABLE IN COLLEGE

AND CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$1,500

Eligibility: 1) HS Grad, GED, or non-traditional student re-entering a

vocational program 2) Be sponsored by a Rotary Dist 6440 Club 3) Be accepted

at a school of designation

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Community Trust Credit Union Scholarship

3/7/2017

(postmarked on or before

this date)

*closed*

http://www.ctcu.org

Apps online or in CCRC/Student must mail out

See website for details Students or family that are members there.

Lake County Women Interested In Government Services WINGS Scholarship

3/10/2017

(in hand by this date)

*closed*

Apps in

CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

$500

• Female High School Senior • Completed application • 2 question essay (not to exceed 100 words) • 2

letters of recommendation (high school staff member AND community

representative) • Official transcript INCLUDING ACT scores • Proof of acceptance at a two or four year

institution with one of the following majors: Political science, Business, Public

Administration, Pre-law or Education.

Dr. Minnie J. Leggette Young Woman of Achievement Scholarship

3/10/2017

*IF returning to CCRC,

turn in by 10 a.m.

*closed*

http://www.ywcalak

ecounty.org/ywoa-

app

AVAILABLE IN CCRC OR

ONLINE. Return to

CCRC OR apps, essays,

refs can be emailed to

montanod@ywcalakeco

untyil.org

$1,000

Scholarship is given to an outstanding high school senior girl who exemplifies YWCA’s historic mission and values of

community service, professional achievements, integrity and dedication to the lives of others. • Student must attend high school in Lake County and

attend college upon graduation.

Fueling the Minds of the Future

3/13/2017

*closed*

http://fuelingminds.com/

Apply online

$2,000

Current high school senior planning to enroll as a full-time student (12 semester hours or more) in an accredited two or four-year college or university, trade school or vocational school in the U.S. for the 2017-2018 academic year. Possess at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Reside in the Chicagoland area. Be able to demonstrate financial need.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,

Inc.

3/15/2017

(postmarked on or before

this date)

*closed*

Apps in CCRC/

Student can mail out

or return to CCRC by

11 a.m. on the due

date

$500 - $1,000

To be eligible you must meet ALL of the following general eligibility requirements: • Must be a high school senior • Must have a grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4-point scale • Must possess a commitment to learning

Exchange Club of Grayslake A.C.E. Award

3/15/2018 By 11 a.m.

http://www.exchangeofgrayslake.org/sch

olarships Apps online or in CCRC/Return to

CCRC when complete

$2,000

Accepting the Challenge of Excellence'. Recognizes high school seniors who have made a dramatic change in their attitude

and academic performance. A redirection of their life.

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Exchange Club of Grayslake College Scholarship

3/15/2018 By 11 a.m.

http://www.exchangeofgrayslake.org/sch

olarships Apps online or in CCRC/Return to

CCRC when complete

$1,000

Well rounded students who have demonstrated superior academics as well as leadership and moral integrity

though involvement in school and community activities, with an emphasis

on volunteerism.

IFI/Chicago White Sox Fatherhood Essay Contest

3/15/2017

(postmarked

on or before

this date)

*closed*

http://www.4fathers.

org/

Apps online or in CCRC/ Student can

mail out or return to CCRC by 11 a.m. on

the due date

$100

Each student is asked to write a 250 word (or less) essay in English on the theme “What My

Father Means To Me,” describing their relationship with their father/father figure.

Provide examples of joys, frustrations or special memories they have as well as

commenting about what they would most like to see in their relationship-true feelings in all. Father figures can include: uncles, brothers, coaches, or other persons of influence to the student. Criteria for Judging: How the essay describes the relationship. 2. Specific detail

and stories that demonstrate Father’s/Father-Figure’s character. 3. Honesty, clarity,

simplicity of writing. 4. Overall grade level appropriate writing skill. 5. The response of the Father/Father figure or other involved

adult.

Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce - Shirley A. Christian Scholarship Business related field of study at 2 or 4 year institution and proof of acceptance.

3/16/2018

(postmarked

on or before

this date)

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

*Will vary

To be considered, the following items MUST be included with your application:

• Completed and signed Scholarship Application form • Sealed/certified high

school transcription . • Letter of recommendation from a school

representative, teacher or volunteer supervisor . • An essay (500 words or less, typed double spaced) about your life goals. • An acceptance letter from

the school the student will be attending. • To be considered, an interview must be completed on a date and time specified

by the Chamber of Commerce. Incomplete applications will NOT be

considered.

Dean Ritter Trust for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

3/17/2017 (postmarked on or before

this date)

*closed*

http://www.deanritter.org/2017-scholarship/

Can submit online or

student can mail

$1,000 up to $8,000 • Must be resident of Illinois • High

school senior in good standing • Have a significant hearing loss in one or both

ears • Exhibit financial need

Chicago Society for Coatings Technology

3/20/2017

*closed*

http://www.chicagocoatings.org/scholarsh

ips.html

Apply online

See website for details Children or grandchildren of current members of CSCT

Dr. Charlotte Nielsen's Vision Care Associates

3/24/2017 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$500 - Senior planning to major in science or math with an interest in the profession of Optometry or the health care field -

Strong academic record

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Rollins Family Dental Scholarship

3/24/2017 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$500

A scholarship will be awarded annually to an outstanding Grayslake North High

School Senior planning to continue his/her education after graduation at

college/university. • Preference will be given to a student planning to major in

science or medical related field. The student’s record should indicate a

reasonable probability of success at his/her chosen school.

State Bank of the Lakes Scholarship

3/24/2017 By 10 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$2,000 over 4 years

State Bank of the Lakes has been serving the Lakes area since 1894 and in

Grayslake since 1994. State Bank of the Lakes is proud to offer a “Community Bankers” scholarship. Do NOT mail or

return application to SBOTL. ▪ Financial aid form

▪ Extracurricular activities and community service

STEM Scholarship

3/24/2017

(postmarked on or before

this date)

Fill out PDF, located

in the ‘Scholarship’

file on Schoology,

then print.

RETURN TO CCRC

WHEN COMPLETE.

$500

• Female Senior graduating H.S. in spring 2015 • U.S, citizen • Accepted to a public

or private, not-for-profit community college or four-year college within the

U.S.A., full-time, i.e., maintaining a minimum of 12 credit hours per

semester, for the 2017-2018 academic year. • Majoring in science, technology,

engineering, or math.

Round Lake Exchange Club—ACE Award, Accepting the Award of Excellence The A.C.E. (Accepting the Challenge of Excellence) Award recognizes high school students who have had to overcome great physical, emotional, or social obstacles and are now eligible for high school graduation. First, it helps encourage students to overcome their hardships and get back on track toward a high school diploma. Second, the award recognizes those students who are often overlooked for their accomplishments. This special recognition serves as a powerful example to all students that hard work and perseverance really do pay.

3/24/2017 By 11 a.m

http://www.rlchamb

er.org/

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$300 and a potential of

up to $10,000

• Narrative A (not to exceed 250 words) Describe in your own words the event or events in your own life of which you are proudest. • Narrative B (not to exceed

250 words) Describe in your own words your plans for the future to make your community and world a better place to

live. • Narrative Prepared by Sponsoring Club or Guidance Counselor. DO NOT

WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE FOR THIS.

CLC - Connect to Your Future Renewable Scholarship

3/31/2017

https://clcillinois.a

cademicworks.com

Apply online – complete general

application and no other steps are

necessary.

Full in-district tuition,

comprehensive and

course fees for up to 30

hours per year

Eligibility: US citizens and aid-eligible non-citizen students: FAFSA required. Financial need based.

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CLC – “Dreamers” Scholarship 3/31/2017

https://clcillinois.a

cademicworks.com

Apply online –

complete general

application and no

other steps are

necessary.

Up to full in-district

tuition, comprehensive

and course fees for max

of 30 hours per year

Eligibility:

Undocumented students

Preference given to Hispanic/Latino students

Alternate application required (available in the General Application online)

Applicants evaluated on: o GPA or placement test

scores o Financial need o College

level/developmental education placement/completion

o Short answer questions

o Overall college-readiness

o Overall application presentation and clarity

Additional points for optional letter of recommendation

CLC—The Lancer Scholarship 3/31/2017

https://clcillinois.a

cademicworks.com

Apply online

$2,500

Eligibility:

High school seniors graduating 2017

High school GPA of 2.5 or higher

2017-2018 FAFSA required (U.S. citizens and aid-eligible non-citizens). CLC’s school code is 007694.

Pursuing a transfer associate’s degree

Full-time enrollment (12 credit hours or more per semester)

Ready to take college-level courses (non-developmental English and math)

Financial need required. Priority given to students with financial need but are not eligible for the Pell grant.

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CLC—OMD Pathways to Success

Ongoing

review

https://clcillinois.a

cademicworks.com

Apply online

Free tuition, fees and

books; coaching; and

up to $1,000 stipend

Eligibility:

Lake County resident

Ready to take college-level courses (non-developmental English and math)

Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher each semester

2017-2018 FAFSA required (U.S. citizens and aid-eligible non-citizens). CLC’s school code is 007694.

Intention to obtain an associate’s degree at CLC

Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester or contact hour equivalency, but not to exceed 15 credit hours per semester for the 2016-17 academic year

Priority given to students with financial need and/or Academic excellence (GPA of 3.0 or higher)

Participation in monthly meetings with One Million Degrees (OMD) program coordinator and other program workshops

Willingness to participate in community and OMD networking events with the cohort

Preference will be given to:

First generation college students

Students with financial need

Students from diverse sociocultural backgrounds

Students intending to transfer to a four-year institution

DCFS Scholarship Program 3/31/2018

https://www.illinois.gov/dcfs/brighterfutures/independence/Documents/YIS.pdf

Apply online or call for details

See website for details

The department must have court-ordered legal guardianship for the applicant, the applicant must have aged out of DCFS guardianship at age 18 or older, or the

department must have had legal guardianship for the applicant immediately prior to the adoption or guardianship being finalized. • The applicant must be at least 16 years old,

but not yet 21, on the scholarship application deadline of March 31 each year • Successfully

compete for a DCFS college scholarship • Maintain at least a “C” average each semester

• Maintain full-time status (12 hours Fall & Spring, 6 hours or an approved internship in

Summer). Enrollment will be verified through the National Student Clearinghouse. • Submit

your class schedule at the start of each semester and your grades at the end of the

semester (no schedule and grades, no payment!) • Report changes to any contact

information promptly to the DCFS scholarship administrator

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Lake Villa Township Republican Club

3/31/2017

(in hand by this date)

https://lakevillarepublicans.org/scholarsh

ip/

Apply online Procedure: Complete

the Lake Villa Township Republican

Club Scholarship application including

supporting documents either online using the form, emailed to

jo.marketdrafters@gmail.com or sent it to Lake Villa Township Republican Club, 25 Coventry Cove, Lake Villa, 60046 by due

date.

$1,000

1. Resident of the Lake Villa Township. 2. Attending, or planning to attend, college or University as a full-time

student. 3. Active in public and civic affairs. 4. Cumulative GPA 3.0 on 4.0 scale.

Note: The acceptance letter from the

college must be provided.

Palumbo Family Foundation Scholarship

3/31/2017

http://www.palumbo

foundation.org

Apply online

*minimum of

$500/maximum of

$10,000. Finalists will

be notified of amount.

Applications are available online only at www.palumbofoundation.org from January

1st – March 31st, 2017. • Scholarships are open to local high school

seniors, currently enrolled college or professional degreed students or incoming college or professional degreed students.

• Applicant must have a permanent residence in Illinois’ Cook, Dupage, Kane,

Lake, or Will counties for at least 6 months prior to January 1, 2017.

• Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

• Have an annual adjusted income of $48,500 or less, as documented on a 2016 federal 1040 income tax return on which the applicant is claimed as a federal tax

exemption. o This will be verified. Any applicant who cannot provide a 1040 Income Tax Return showing the applicant as a dependent is ineligible to apply for a scholarship. No

exceptions will be made. • Are a U.S. Citizen.

o If selected as a finalist, proof of citizenship is required.

APWA Scholarhsip—American Public Works Association The Lake Branch of the Chicago Metropolitan Chapter of the American Public Works Association has scholarships available for eligible students pursuing a degree in Public Works Administration, Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering, and individuals pursuing continuing education courses relating to public works.

4/1/2017

(in hand by this date)

App.avail. in

early Feb.

2018

Apps in

CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

$500 - $2,000

To be eligible, students/individuals must meet at least one of the following criteria: 1) Reside in Lake County, Illinois; 2) Attend

an educational institution within Lake County, Illinois; 3) Be employed by, or an

immediate family member to an employee of, a Public Works Agency or Company within Lake County; or 4) Be a current

member or immediate family member to a current member of the Lake Branch of the

Chicago Metro Chapter of the American Public Works Association. *Applications are considered void if you cannot meet at least

one of these criteria.

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Melvin E. Luke Scholarship—Lake County Chapter of Illinois Society of Professional Engineers

4/1/2017

(in hand by this date)

http://www.lc.ispe.o

rg/

Apps in

CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

$500

Student must be enrolled in an engineering program at a

university/college that has been accredited by the ABET-EAC as a full time student. Minimum 3.0 GPA; SAT or ACT: SAT Math: 600, Verbal: 500) (ACT Math: 29, English: 25); completed application,

teacher recommendation, official transcripts, statement of activities and

interest in engineering and plans to contribute to the engineering profession.

Lindenhurst-Lake Villa Chamber of Commerce - Paul Yurs Memorial Scholarship

4/1/2017

(in hand by

this date)

Apps in CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

$500

(Lindenhurst) This scholarship will be awarded on a combination of not only the

students' academic and school involvement, but also on their work

experience and community service. All high school seniors living within the township

are encouraged to apply. • Resume • Short Essay • High School Transcript

PFLAG Deerfield 4/1/2017

http://pflagdeerfield.org/scholarship.h

tml Download

application and mail in when

completed

$1,000 Completed application form and

questionnaire (original and three copies), four wallet sized or photomat strip photos,

transcript, 2 ltrs of recommendation.

Grayslake Rotary Club Scholarship

4/3/2017 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$1,000

Scholarship grants in the amount of $1,000 each will be awarded to support educational programs of Grayslake High

School students who have been accepted to a 4-year degree granting

institution.

MH12 Legacy Scholarship The MH12 Legacy Scholarship honors Matt’s leadership by awarding a $1500 scholarship to one graduating senior athlete from each of the following high schools – Grayslake Central H.S, Grayslake North H.S. and Carmel Catholic H.S.

4/4/2017 By 11 a.m.

http://www.12oaksf

oundation.org/mh12

-legacy-scholarships/

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$1,500

The student selected for this scholarship will have demonstrated (and be

evaluated on) leadership, honesty, integrity, resilience, and teamwork

through sports/athletics and/or philanthropic activities, all traits which

Matt showed throughout his young academic and sports life.

Specific Criteria: ▪ Participation in a minimum of 1 complete season in high

school sports program ▪ Demonstrated leadership and strong

character traits gained in or demonstrated through sports and/or

community service, work or academics ▪ Class rank of at least top 50% or

minimum 2.5 GPA ▪ Senior with proof of acceptance or

intent to attend 2 or 4 year institution

GYBA Grayslake Youth Baseball David G Peregrin

4/6/2018 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$2,500

Scholarship will be awarded to a Grayslake Community High School

District 127 *senior(s) (Class 2018) who plans to further their education at an

institution of higher learning immediately following graduation. This

award is limited to senior varsity softball and baseball players.

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GEA Scholarship 4/7/2017 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$500

▪ Graduating senior status ▪ GPA of 3.0 or higher

▪ Two statements of recommendation ▪ Letter of acceptance to

college/university/tech school

Millburn Federation of Teachers - MFT

4/6/2018

(in hand by this date)

Apps in CCRC/ Student can mail out

or return to CCRC 5 days before due date

$500

The Millburn Federation of Teachers has established a $500 college scholarship

available to a Millburn graduate who has been accepted into a college program.

Required Materials: • Completed application • Typed essay must be 500

words or less

Rock Chevrolet Scholarship 4/7/2017 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$500 Awarded to a student who has

demonstrated academic excellence, participation in co-curricular activities, and involvement in their community.

Grayslake Colts Football, Poms, and Cheerleader Scholarship

4/7/2017 By 10 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$2,000

The Grayslake Colts are proud to offer a $2,000 scholarship to each Grayslake

High School in D127. Current seniors in Grayslake High School district 127 (senior

class 2016) who will be furthering their education at a college or university in the fall of 2016 and meet the criteria below

are welcome to apply. High School Sports Participation - Must have played High School football or participated in

High School cheer/dance for a minimum of 2 years and; Grayslake Colts

Participation - Must have played football for the Grayslake Colts or

cheered/danced with the Grayslake Colts a minimum of 4 years

Grayslake North Athletic Booster Club Scholarship

4/7/2017 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN

COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE

CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN

COMPLETE.

$1,000 Criteria: Athletic participation,

Academic achievement, accepted by a post-secondary education.

Christian Family Community Service Scholarship (Grayslake Chamber of Commerce)

4/7/2017 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN COMPLETE

$500

1) Graduating Senior Status 2) Please attach a typed list of your community service activities,

above and beyond the expectations of the National Honor Society and Public Service

Practicum. 3) Please attach a typed 500-word essay on your role and involvement in

community service, what it means to you, and how you plan to continue along this path in the future. 4) Copy of transcript 5) Please

provide two (2) letters of recommendation; one from a GNHS staff member, and one from

another adult who is not a relative or GNHS staff. 6) Acceptance letter from

College/University

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GNHS Compassion Scholarship

4/7/2017 By 11 a.m.

AVAILABLE IN COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN COMPLETE

$250

Scholarships will be awarded to two graduating seniors: one from Grayslake

Central High School and one from Grayslake North High School. • Students selected for this award will be models of

citizenship in District 127 and in the larger community • Will be focused on

becoming dynamic citizens in their postsecondary programs.

Lindenhurst Park District Youth Soccer League—Roland Wetzel Scholarship Program

4/14/2017

(postmarked on or before

this date)

Apps in CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to CCRC by 11 a.m. on

the due date

$250

Awarded to graduating high school students who have participated in the Lindenhurst Park District Youth Soccer

League In-house Program for a minimum of four (4) years, have assisted in the

development and growth of the program and have participated in the soccer programs at the high school level.

Candidate must have participated in the program during the last four (4) years

either by coaching, training, volunteering, refereeing, playing, etc.

CLC - NSF (National Science Foundation Scholarship)

Applications

are accepted

at any time

but if rcvd

by 4/15, will

receive

priority for

fall semester

http://www.clcillinoi

s.edu/nsf

Apply online

See website for details

• Demonstrate financial need, according to federal guidelines: FAFSA • Degree

objective is a Bachelor1s of Science • Be enrolled full-time (12 credit hours) with a

major in engineering, electrical engineering, technology, or computer

science • Demonstrate academic potential by qualifying for a mathematics

class at the College Algebra level or above • Essay and 3 letters of

recommendation

Andigo Credit Union

4/25/2017

(in hand by

this date)

http://andigo.org/An

digo/News-and-

Events/News/2017/0

3/2017-Scholarship

10 winners/$2,500 each

Must be a member of an Andigo Credit Union. All applicants must submit the

typed application along with — 1. Please complete essay on a separate

page. Andigo's goal is to always support our

members. Give an example of when you’ve stood up for a friend, family

member, stranger or cause. (Limit essay to 300-500 words).

2. Two letters of recommendation from teachers or community leaders (copies

are sufficient). 3. Copy of high school transcript(s). 4. A letter of acceptance (a copy is

sufficient) from a college or university.

Illinois Counties Association Scholarship

4/28/2017

http://www.illinoisco

untiesassociation.org

/news.html

Apply online

See website for details

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Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois was founded with the goal of awarding academic college scholarships to deserving children of workers seriously injured or killed on the job. We are thrilled to announce that Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois is currently accepting applications for scholarships for the academic year 2016-2017.

12/1/2017

or

4/30/2018

Depending

on spring or

fall semester

http://www.kidschan

ceofillinois.com/

Download

application and

mail in when

completed

Does not list

Criteria: applicants must have a parent who has been killed or seriously injured as a result of a work related accident that meets the criteria of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act and that has resulted in demonstrated financial need. Applicants must also meet the following requirements: Applicant must be between the ages of 16-25 at the time of the full disbursement of the Kids’ Chance Inc. of Illinois, scholarship award. Student applicant and/or deceased/injured worker are not required to be a legal resident of Illinois. Applicant must be able to demonstrate financial need. Applicant must have achieved a high school diploma by the time of the first disbursement of the scholarship award. Applicant must be enrolled, accepted or applying for acceptance as a full-time or part-time student at an accredited university, college or technical school.

Friends of Moraine Hills State Park

4/30/2017

https://www.friendsofmorainehillsstatep

ark.org/

AVAILABLE IN COLLEGE AND

CAREER RESOURCE CENTER. RETURN TO

CCRC WHEN COMPLETE.

$1,000

ELIGIBILITY - Applicant must:

Attend a high school in Lake, McHenry, Kane, Boone, DuPage or Cook County, Illinois

Plan to attend an accredited college or university.

Plan to enter a field of study and career directly related to the environment.

Have a high school GPA of at least 2.5 (on a 4 pt. scale).

Rho Tau Chapter - Dr. Ernest E. Just Scholarship (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity)

5/2/2017

(in hand by

this date)

Apps in CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

$500

The Minimum Criteria for applying for our annual scholarship are as follows:

1. Overall Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher (4.0 scale)

2. Strong Commitment to Continual Education.

3. Community Activity/Involvement 4. Two Letters of Recommendation

5. Official High School Transcript 6. 2017 High School Graduate

7. Strict Adherence to All deadlines

Rho Tau Chapter- Kenneth Stewart Scholarship Opportunity (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity)

5/2/2017

(in hand by

this date)

Apps in CCRC/Student can

mail out or return to

CCRC 5 days before

due date

$750

The Minimum Criteria for applying for our annual scholarship are as follows:

1. Overall Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher (4.0 scale)

2. Strong Commitment to Continual Education.

3. Community Activity/Involvement 4. Two Letters of Recommendation

5. Official High School Transcript 6. 2017 High School Graduate

7. Strict Adherence to All deadlines

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BCU – Baxter Credit Union 5/8/2017

https://www.bcu.org

/scholarship

See website for details. Apply online

$1,500

Eligibility Student must be: A Credit Union member in good standing (not parent’s account) Not yet a member? It's easy! Join today A high school senior Planning to attend an accredited 2+ year college or university for the 2017-18 academic year Process Complete the application Submit a short essay describing your personal finance goals and how you will approach future financial decisions Selection criteria includes academics, participation in school/community activities, and demonstration of core values Applications will be accepted from March 28 - May 8, 2017

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Waukegan Alumni Chapter It is our hope that we, as dedicated community supporters, can assist young men in our area in successfully becoming highly educated and accomplished citizens.

5/15/2017

(Emailed by

midnight)

Apps in

CCRC/Student can

email or return to

CCRC by 11 a.m. to

be emailed

eddieex66@gmail.com

One $1,000 and one $500.00

To be considered for the scholarships applicants must meet the following criteria: *The student must be an African-American male and a senior in high school that has been accepted into a 2 or 4-year college or university. *The student must submit a 500-word essay answering one of the following questions: a. Describe how you have demonstrated leadership both in and out of high school. b. How will you use the degree that you

will earn to benefit society?

Coalicion Latinos Unidos De Lake County (CLULC)

Mid May

*Still being updated.

Please check

back

http://www.clulc.org

/scholarship.php

Students mail or email

See website for details

The Coalición Latinos Unidos de Lake County is offering a scholarship to a Latino high school or college student

from Lake County pursuing higher education. If you or anyone you know is

interested in applying for our scholarship, please check this page for

the 2016 application and requirements.

Rev. 11/2/2017