The RHS Counseling Update A Publication for Juniors and Seniors

Published by RHS Counseling Office Vol. 33, No. 4 GO RAMS! December 2016

It is very easy to lose track of what matters most

this season of giving when we are rushing around,

shopping, wrapping, decorating, cleaning and all the

works. You know the drill—it is pretty much the

same every year. Let’s take a moment to be thankful

for…

We in the guidance department are very thankful for

the opportunity to work with our students as they

embark on the journey of becoming the “people

they were always meant to be.”

Winter Break is quickly approaching. We hope

you are planning to complete your college

applications before we leave for vacation on

December 23rd

. Early submissions in some cases

can help your acceptance chances. In order for your

applications to be sent by the 21st, you must submit

completed application packets or make transcript

requests to RHS Guidance Office NO LATER than

Friday, December 16th

. This means that colleges

with a Jan. 1st deadline need to be in by Dec. 16

th.

Please check with the colleges to ensure all

documentation has been received. If not, please

come to guidance for a follow up.

Junior Interviews will continue to run throughout December and January. We always welcome parents to attend this meeting. Juniors who have already had their interviews should be scheduling time with Ms. DiLuzio regarding SAT, ACT, Careers, and College Searches.

ALL dates can be found on the RHS Guidance Website Calendar located on the homepage.

Testing Dates to obtain threshold scores for graduation requirement: It is the student’s responsibility to sign up in the guidance office prior to test date. ASVAB- 12/6, and 1/10 RCBC Accuplacer- 1/17/17 Bridging the Gap-12/22/2016

Seniors can network with alumni as a way to build

relationships and connections in a purposeful,

organized way. Just think how beneficial it would

be for you to have someone to discuss getting the

most of senior year, applying to colleges, preparing

to be successful at college, and getting the most of

freshman year in college is PRICELESS!!

Please sign up in the guidance office for all the

dates above.

Students interested in Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC) MUST apply to the school on-line before taking the Accuplacer exam on January 17, 2017. SNOW DAY- January 18, 2017 Students MUST register on-line no later than January 3, 2017 Students are responsible to sign up for test

in the guidance office.

Both juniors and seniors should be using their Career Cruising accounts to research careers, colleges, and scholarships. Please see Ms. DiLuzio if you need your username and password. Remember, the seniors who had their interviews over the summer are expected to hand in a hard copy of their resume. If you haven’t handed in your resume please do so ASAP. Seniors who have completed the interviewing process with Ms. DiLuzio will need to submit your resume NO LATER than November 15, 2016.

Go to RHS Guidance Website Click on the College Admissions Tab Scroll down to number 5- NJSCA

College Open Houses for NJ, PA, DE, DC, MD, NY, and VA.

Please set up a date to attend open houses of the schools you are interested in. Go on the college websites to determine the best school for you.

Lincoln Technical Institute 308 W. Route 38 Moorestown, NJ 08057

Empire Beauty Schools Plaza Cherry Hill 2100 State Highway 38 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

Rizzieri Aveda Schools 8102 Town Center Blvd. Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-552-2273 RzzieriSchoolofMassage.com

PENNCO TECH (Two Locations) Blackwood Campus 99 Erial Road, Blackwood, NJ 08012 856-232-0310 Bristol Campus 2815 Otter Street, Bristol, PA 19007 215-785-0111 Automotive Technology Auto Body & Paint Technician Diesel Truck Technology Electrician Medical Assistant Administrative Ari Conditioning Heating & Refrigeration Plumbing & Heating Pharmacy Technician

RHS provides all students with the opportunity to speak with college admissions officers to obtain vital information relating to potential colleges and universities. Most visits occur during lunch with the college representative setting up a table outside the cafeteria. Please make an effort to talk with these very knowledgeable individuals. Here are some upcoming dates: December 13th- Culinary Institute of America December 20th Walnut Hill Restaurant College The following college and university visits will be held in the media center during lunchtime. Students will have to sign up in the guidance office to attend. Students will need a pass to enter this meeting. December 13th- Culinary Institute of America

PLEASE SIGN UP IN THE RHS GUIDANCE OFFICE.

The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and, if they can’t

find them, make them. – George Bernard

Shaw Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to

it. - Buddha

Please use the following websites to

research scholarship opportunities.

www.studentscholarships.org www.scholarshipguidance.com

www.scholarships.com www.fastweb.com www.njgrants.org www.njclass.org www.hesaa.org

Students please remember to go onto the Career Cruising website and complete the Financial Aid Selector prior to researching scholarships.

Outstanding Women of Burlington County Award Celeste Arties Award: applicants must show excellence in scholastics and leadership while serving as a positive role model for other young women through her interest in women’s issues. Elizabeth Coleman White Award: applicants must show excellence in scholastics and leadership as well as having an extensive interest in Science Technology Engineering and Math studies and hope to pursue STEM in her future educational endeavors. Alice Paul Award: open to female high school seniors as well as to females who are returning to higher education after a break or who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree after completing an associate’s degree at Rowan College at Burlington County. Mail, fax, or hand carry completed applications to Mrs. Melissa Holmes, Burlington County Human Services Department, P.O. Box 6000, Westampton, NJ 08060. Applications must be received December 9.

New Jersey Schoolwomen’s Club Three scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each, and two educational awards of $500 each, will be awarded to female high school graduates who intend to pursue a career in the field of education. The updated scholarship forms will be posted by December 15, www.njschoolwomens.org Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program This $1,000 scholarship supports high school seniors who live in the Comcast service area that are interested in a career in service, like teaching. 150 awards are given each year. Applicants must be nominated by their high school principal or guidance counselor and have a GPA of 2.8 or higher. To apply after nomination, submit SAT/ACT scores, transcript, resume, and personal statement. Applications are due at the end of December.

Profiles in Courage Essay Contest 2017 Write an original and creative essay that demonstrates an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. To celebrate the JFK Centennial, the 2017 Profile in Courage Essay Contest is featuring: First-place prize of $20,000; Cash awards for the top 25 essays; Special contest topic

First Place: $20,000

Second Place: $ 1,000 Third Place: $500

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 4, 2017

Fairleigh Dickinson University Presidential Scholarships are annually renewable full-tuition awards for four years of study.

Up to three aspiring scholars can be nominated from your high school. Please see your counselor if you want to be considered.

Deadline: January 15, 2017

Burlington County 200 Club Burlington County police officers, County detectives, troopers, firefighters, or emergency squad members or their family members will be eligible for these monetary awards. Application Deadline: January 6, 2017 Burlington County Principals’ and Supervisors’ Association Burlington County Principals’ and Supervisors’ Association announces the criteria for the 16th annual Dr. Gerry Archuleta Burlington County High School Scholarship. Nominees should exemplify the character that best represents your school’s population, and they must be furthering their education in some post-secondary program. Candidates should be well-rounded students demonstrating high academic standards, leadership qualities, and service to the school and community. Application deadline: January 27, 2017 Mensa Education & Research Foundation 2016-2017 Scholarship Essay Contest U.S. residents who will be enrolled in an accredited U.S. institution of post-secondary education for the fall term of 2016 are eligible to apply for awards of $300 to $1000. Visit htpp://www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships

Deadline: All applications must be submitted on-line by January 15, 2017.

Applegate/Jackson/Parks Future Teacher Scholarship The National Institute for Labor Relations Research awards this $1,000 scholarship annually to one student who intends to pursue a career in education. Applications must write a 500 essay about the Right to Work principle as it relates to teachers and education. There is no minimum GPA needed. To apply, send a copy of the essay, transcript, and names of two references via their online application portal. Applications are due by December 31.

Ron Brown Scholars Program This scholarship program awards 20 students $40,000 paid over four years. While no specific majors are requested for this scholarship program, this program’s mission is to support educational advancement and commitment to service, and education majors are strongly encouraged to apply. To qualify, students must be African-American, in their senior year of high school, excel academically, and have financial need. There is no listed minimum GPA for this scholarship. There are two deadlines, and early one of November 1 and a later one during the first week of January. To apply, submit a completed application, two essays, SAT scores, transcript, and two letters of recommendation. All information must be mailed; there is no online application. Burger King McLamore Foundation Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship is open to high school seniors as well as Burger King employees and their families and spouses. Up to 100 awards are given each year, and students may apply each year as long as they qualify. Students seeking a career in education are especially encouraged to apply. There is no minimum GPA needed to be eligible. To apply, complete an online application, submit a transcript, letter of recommendation, and personal statement. Applications are due the first week in January. The Gates Millennium Scholars Program This full-ride scholarship supports low-income, minority students who are interested in education (among other majors). Awardees receive full tuition for their undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral work as long as they are enrolled in a post-secondary degree-granting program. To qualify, students must be high school seniors who have a 3.3 GPA, complete a series of eight essay questions (1,000 words each), submit two letters of recommendation, and provide proof of income eligibility. Applications are due by the second week in January each year. 1000 scholarships are awarded.

Saint Joseph’s University John P. McNulty Scholarship provides a 4-year, full-tuition scholarship to 3 highly qualified women majoring in science and mathematics. Partial tuition is also available. The program offers intensive faculty and peer mentoring, summer research, internships, and professional development. Contact university at Sju.edu/mcnultyscholars, 1-888-BE-A-HAWK, or McNultyScholars@sju.edu

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2017

2017 Legacy Award is available to any high school senior who is a child or grandchild of an Elks member.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 3, 2017

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Richard and Elizabeth Dean Scholarship. Students in grades 9-12 are urged to participate in this educational endeavor. REDeanScholarship@DAR.org

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 10, 2017

Seton Hall University (SHU) Elizabeth Ann Seton Center for Women’s Studies at SHU is sponsoring its 20th annual high school essay contest in celebration of Women’s History Month. Students are asked to write about a female role model, someone who has inspired and influenced them. This can be either someone they know or a contemporary/historical figure. The more creative the topic, the better! The winning essay will receive a $100 card and certificate. Two runners-up will each receive a $50 gift card and certificate. Please see Guidance Office for more details.

Deadline: February 2017

Agnes Jones Jackson Scholarship This $2,000 award is given to 20-40 students under the age of 25 who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies. Applicants must be members of the NAACP to apply. Students of color seeking careers in education are especially encouraged to apply for this award. This is a financial need based scholarship. To apply, students must have a GPA of 2.5 (for high school seniors and undergraduates) or 3.0 (for graduate students), and submit a transcript, personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and financial need information. Applications are due in March.

The Hubertus W.V. Willems Scholarship for Male Students This $3,000 award is to given to 20-40 male students who are pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in a STEM field. Applicants are encouraged to be members of the NAACP once they apply. Combining STEM studies with an education minor, allows for the perfect opportunity for students of color to obtain their teaching credentials. This is a financial need based scholarship. To apply, students must have a GPA of 2.5 (for high school seniors and undergraduates) or 3.0 (for graduate students), and submit a transcript, personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and financial need information. Applications are due in March. Portuguese-American Scholarships Foundation of NJ P.O. Box 3848, Union, NJ 07083 Students of Portuguese background, residents of New Jersey, who will graduate this 2016 school year from a New Jersey secondary school, are eligible to apply. The student or his/her parents or grandparents must be Portuguese born. Applicants must be full-time students applying to, or accepted in a college of university curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree. The candidates must have a scholastic average of B or better and must be able to demonstrate financial need. Several scholarships in the total amount of $60,000 will be available. Please visit www.vivaportugal.com/pasf.

Deadline: March 15, 2017

ROLLING THUNDER Inc., New Jersey Chapter 2, (P.O. Box 478, Forked River, NJ 08731) will be awarding three (3) $1000 scholarships for post-high school education (college, community college, trade school, etc.) The Scholarship Community has established the following criteria for eligibility:

Applicant must be a child of a military member, veteran, or a fallen soldier. Proof of parent military service.

Applicant must be a resident of and be graduating high school senior from Burlington County.

Applicant must write an essay on “How being a military child has been a positive influence on their life.”

Applicant must submit verification of acceptance of a particular school with application

Essay must be typed. Application may be hand printed legibly.

Applicant may submit only one application per school year.

Applicant must sign and date complete application. Parent and Guardian signature is also required for applicant under the age of 18. Signature of Guidance Counselor is required.

Deadline is March 31, 2017. Applications will NOT be accepted after the deadline.

Rochester Institute for Technology (RIT) is encouraging Riverside’s best writers in grades 10 and 11 who are deaf or hard of hearing to participate in the RIT SpiRIT Writing Contest. Winners can choose between two great prizes: program fee and travel expenses paid to attend Explore Your Future, RIT’s summer career exploration program for deaf or hard-of-hearing- students, or $500 in cash. For more information or to register visit www.rit.edu/NTID/WritingContest16 If you have questions about the contest, contact them at 585-475-7695, 585-286-4555 or email WritingContest@ntid.rit.edu

Deadline: March 17, 2017

Joseph Laufer College Scholarship 2017 Application Materials coming soon…

Criteria: 1. Must be a graduating senior, residing in

Burlington County, and graduating from a school in Burlington County.

2. Must demonstrate a commitment to

community service, leadership and academic achievement (in order of priority).

3. Must be recommended by one (1) school

official and one (1) non-school community leader.

4. Letters of recommendation required from

school official and non school community leader.

5. Academic transcript required. The Volunteer Center is pleased to be awarding Two (2) $7,500 scholarship awards and three (3) $5,000 scholarship awards. IAPMO SCHOLARSHIP The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), a worldwide organization of dedicated professionals striving to make our planet a safer and healthier place to live, will again sponsor an essay competition awarding scholarships to three young people. 3 $1,000 awards. Go to http://www.iapmo.org/Pages/EssayContest.aspx

Application deadline: May 1, 2017 FedEx/UNCF Scholarship Program This $4,000 scholarship award is given annually to five high school seniors who plan to attend an HBCU. This award is sponsored by the United Negro College Fund. Students of color seeking a career in education are encouraged to apply. A 3.0 GPA is required. This is a merit-based scholarship. To apply, submit a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, transcript, and proof of acceptance to an HBCU. Applications are due mid-May.

Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program This scholarship program is available at nearly every major School/College of Education across the country. Sponsored by the American Association for the Advancement of the Sciences, this broad scholarship program supports undergraduates and graduates who want to teach one of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) content areas. Scholarship awardees receive full tuition and a stipend in exchange for a commitment to teach for two to five years depending on the amount of the scholarship award. Over 500 awards have already been made since 2010 when the program was first founded, and multiple awards are given every year. Deadlines vary by state and university/college.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund This scholarship program provides awards up to $15,000 (average award is $2,500) for Hispanic students who have a 3.0 GPA or higher. Awards are based on financial need and merit. While no designated majors are specifically supported by this program, students interested in teaching in their local communities are encouraged to apply. Students may apply for support in undergraduate or graduate studies. To apply, submit a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, transcript, and financial need information. Deadlines vary, so check the website for specific dates. Outlaw Student’s Teacher Scholarship Program This just might be the easiest scholarship to apply for! Awarded four times each year, students can receive $500 for a short essay on why they want to enter the teaching profession. It doesn’t get much more straight forward than that. No GPA requirement or letters of recommendation are necessary. Deadlines vary by quarter. Apply soon!

Outlaw Student’s Dale Fridell Scholarship As long as one doesn’t already have a full-ride scholarship, they can qualify for this $1,000 award that support students of all majors, especially education. One of the simpler scholarships awarded four times per year, all that’s required is a short essay regarding career plans. The essay requires one to explain why they will be the best teacher the world’s ever seen! Deadlines vary, so check their website. Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship Program Jay-Z wants to send you to college! This scholarship is open for those who are under the age of 25 and have a 2.0 GPA or better. That is all that is required to qualify for one of these $2,500 scholarships. It does not matter if you are a high school senior, high school graduate not yet in school, enrolled undergraduate, or attending vocational school. The Shawn Carter Foundation supports students who have been through difficult times and want to give back to their community, ideal for students who plan to pursue an education major. To apply, complete an online application and submit a personal statement. Applications are due in April.

The A.J. Drexel Scholarship is a merit scholarship granted to incoming students based on superior academic performance and represents the hard-working attitude of our founder, A.J. Drexel. There are many other scholarships Drexel awards for an applicant's participation in special programs. Visit http://drexel.edu/drexelcentral/finaid/grants/undergraduate-scholarships to view a full listing of opportunities. If you have any questions about our scholarship opportunities, please contact the Office of Admissions at 215.895.2400 or enroll@drexel.edu.

Rutgers University Oncology Olympiad is an

academic competition focusing on cancer diagnosis,

treatment, symptoms, genetics, and healthcare

specialists. The event is comprised of two rounds:

an individual qualifying test and a team event.

Individual tests will occur online the first week of

February 2017. Those who qualify for the

team event will be notified by March 1 and receive

an invitation to the Team Round, which will take

place on May 20, 2017 at Rutgers University - New

Brunswick. Prizes will be awarded to the top

teams. All proceeds from the event will be donated

to the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey.

Registration is $35- Please see RHS Guidance

Website for more details

FAQs

Who can participate in this event? Anyone in

grades 9-12 can participate in the individual portion

of the event; however, only scores in the top 10% of

those taking the individual exam will qualify for the

team portion.

How do I select when I want to take the

individual test? When you purchase a ticket, you

can choose which date (February 1-4, 2017) and

time frame you would like to take the test. On the

day you selected, you will be allowed to access

the individual test online. When you begin the

assessment, you will be given 90 minutes to

complete the exam. Your answers will

automatically be submitted after your 90 minutes

are completed or when the three hour time frame

ends, whichever is sooner.

How will teams be determined? After taking the

individual test, people who score within the top

10% will qualify for the team portion. When

registering, you may indicate the names of members

you would like in your group; however, the team

average must be within the top 10% to qualify. If

you do not indicate team members, individuals will

be noticed the names of 4-5 randomly selected

individuals to be in their group. The team event will

be hosted at Rutgers University - New Brunswick in

April/May.

For any questions regarding the event, please

email rutgersoncologyolympiad@gmail.com.

MEDacademy is a four-week summer medical

education enrichment program for rising junior and

senior high school students who aspire to become

physicians.

Eligible candidates should be highly motivated,

talented students who are in excellent academic

standing (GPA 3.3 or above) and who demonstrates

an interest in medicine. Tuition for the four-week

program (July 10 to August 4, 9 AM to PM) is

$2500, and includes scrubs, stethoscope, daily

lunch, field trips, educational resources, graduation

reception, and ceremony.

SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE

DEADLINE: February 17, 2017

For more information

www.rowan.edu/coopermed/medacademy

856-956-2759

Please go to RHS Guidance Website for dates and deadlines. To prepare for the SAT and the ACT, you can find free practice questions and sample questions on these websites: www.collegeboard.org and www.actstudent.org You can also visit the Riverside High School Guidance Office website to print a copy of an SAT practice test. You may also register for SAT PREP courses in your high school schedule.

The following companies offer SAT and ACT test prep at a cost. Visit their websites for more information. Kahn Academy www.kahnacademy.com Sylvan Learning Center www.sylvanlearning.com Huntington Learning Center www.huntingtonhelps.com Kaplan Test Prep www.kaptest.com Princeton Review www.princetonreview.com

SAT Fee Waiver Students who are enrolled in or eligible to participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) may also be eligible for SAT Fee Waivers. See your counselor if you believe you may be eligible for a fee waiver.