OHS SCHOLARSHIPS
GETTING STARTED
There is money available for each of you to help fund your future. The secret to obtaining it is to be prepared.
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Step 1: Complete the I AM OLYMPIC Profile Form. This form allows the counseling team to qualify you for scholarships that are not publicly posted, and provides us with the ability to search for scholarships tailored to your specific educational and career goals.
Step 2: Complete your Letters of Recommendation. Identify and ask at least two (2) persons (teacher, coach, employer, or counselor) if they would be willing to provide you with a letter of recommendation. Download the Letter of Recommendation Form below, complete the form, save a copy for yourself, and provide your forms to those individuals. The form provides you an with an opportunity to outline your interests, hobbies, goals, and to "brag" about your accomplishments.
Step 3: Complete your Senior High & Beyond Portfolio by booking an appointment with Mrs. Bartleson in the OHS Career Center (CTE). This platform is where you will be able to keep track of awards/achievements, your resume, and cover letters. This step is a graduation requirement.
Step 4: Consider writing a 300-500-word Biography. Some scholarships require that you describe yourself or submit a biography. You have already started this process by completing your letter of recommendation form. Use the information in your form to help write your biography keep it updated and handy. Remember to save all of your essays!
Step 5: Complete your FAFSA/WASFA Application. Book and appointment with the OHS FAFSA Outreach Advisors to help you (and your family) complete the application process. The Advisors are located in the OHS Library on Wednesday's during school hours. Evening hours are also available. Remember to use a personal email address on your application.
You are now ready!
SURF & APPLY. There are many ways to discover scholarships. The Scholarship Bulletin below will list the currently available local scholarships. Other resources and search sites are available below to help you locate scholarship monies. Book and appointment with the our Scholarship Advisor for more ways to search.
*Links to all the documents mentioned can be found below*
RESOURCES TO GET YOU READY
I AM OLYMPIC Profile Form
Help us help you!
Complete this form to tell us about your family history, financial needs, educational goals and colleges of interest so that we can search and qualify you for internal scholarships not found on publicly posted scholarship site.
Letter of Recommendation Form
This form is a brag sheet about all your accomplishments from which the people from whom you request will use to formulate your letter or recommendation.
Place your name on the form and complete the information on the lower portion of the form. Be thorough with your personal, educational, athletic accomplishments, awards and hobbies. Print the form, and present it to the person writing your letter.
It is always best to ask the person from whom you wish to request a letter prior to sending them the form. Consider asking teachers, counselors, coaches, volunteer coordinators and employers. Avoid using friends and family members.
Always keep copies your letters of recommendation for future use.
SCHOLARSHIP FINDING SOURCES
Looking for scholarships? theWashBoard.org makes it simple.
We connect Washington students of all types with Washington scholarship providers….for FREE.
Whether you’ll be attending in state or out, you save time by entering your profile once and letting us find the scholarship opportunities that fit.
Looking for more ways to fund your education through scholarships?
Colleges and Universities are changing the way they evaluate students for admission, reducing emphasis on standardized tests and increasing focus on the whole person.
Employers also want to know who candidates really are - seeing beyond credentials without resorting to social media.
Cirkled In helps students showcase their potential, empowering them to tell their story in a secure, professional format, designed to be used everywhere.
MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) provides academic preparation for community college students who are traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields and are interested in transferring to 4 year institutions.
Fastweb is a free scholarship search platform that connects students to scholarships and financial aid tools. Our goal is to help you find scholarships to make school more affordable.
SCHOLARSHIP REPORT FORM
Please report your scholarships to the counseling office for inclusion into the commencement brochure & disbursement!
NEARBY STATE INSTITUTIONS
Check out the comprehensive list of institutions, including filtered information by school type, location, admission criteria, and student body population on the Idaho College Directory Here, and Art Institutions Here
IDAHO College Directory
IDAHO Technical Schools
COMMON APP
Whether it is applying to college for the first time or transferring to complete your degree, navigate your college application path, research financial aid and scholarships, explore thousands of colleges, and get advice from counselors, advisors and mentors all in one place with common app.
WHY COLLEGE MATTERS
College is worth it. Your future is worth it. You are worth it.
PAYING FOR COLLEGE
There are lots of options available to you. We can help you find them.
YOUR COLLEGE ROADMAP
The path may seem unclear. We can help you find your way.
OLYMPIC COLLEGE
Serving the Kitsap Peninsula and surrounding counties, Olympic College’s multiple campuses and programs offer students many choices to further their education and career paths.
Military Programs Email welcome@olympic.edu
High School Completion Phone 360-475-7279
Degree Programs Location Bldg. 4, Rm. 105
OC Promise Open February 1st - March 1st.
See Mrs. Bartleson in CTE for information.
The high cost of college forces many students to give up on their dreams. That’s why OC has partnered with donors to create the OC Promise, a scholarship program that covers the gap between financial aid and the first year of tuition and fees at Olympic College. The program also provides support services to help Promise scholars succeed.
COLLEGE BOUND SCHOLARSHIP
Washington Achievement Council
In 2007 the Washington State Legislature established the College Bound Scholarship. This program was created to provide state financial aid to low-income students who may not consider college a possibility due to the cost. The scholarship covers tuition (at comparable public college rates), some fees, and a small book allowance.
Eligibility for the scholarship is a two-part process. Students in 7th or 8th grade whose family meets the income requirements must submit and complete an application by June 30 of the student’s 8th grade year. Then students must meet the College Bound Pledge requirements and income-eligibility as determined by the student’s financial aid application (FAFSA or WASFA) in their senior year of high school.
Foster youth in grades 7–12 (up to age 21) who have not graduated from high school are automatically enrolled. They are considered to have a complete application for the College Bound Scholarship via a data exchange between the Washington Student Achievement Council and the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).
Your OHS counselor can assist you with checking your eligibility and completing the steps to select your college.
College Bound - Ready, Set, Grad
Get information, sign the pledge & apply for your scholarship here
FINANCIAL AID
OHS FAFSA OUTREACH TEAM
FAFSA opens December 31st and Olympic High School has teamed with Olympic College to provide students and families personal assistance with filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) applications. Appointments are available throughout the day on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Meet the team and book your appointments below.
Book an Appointment for FAFSA Help
Book appointments on Wednesdays, 9:45 am - 1:30 pm to meet with one of our outreach team members in the OHS Library for assistance with completing your FAFSA application. Parents and students are always welcome!
Copy of Olympic High School Financial Aid Flyer.pdfFAFSA & WASFA
Are you already tired of hearing about the new FAFSA?
You’re not alone. The new 24-25 FAFSA application had a soft launch on December 30th. While some families were able to access it, others had a more difficult time. We’re hopeful the government can sort out the issues quickly!
CHANGES TO FAFSA
The current methodology used to determine financial aid, known as the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), will be replaced by a new methodology called the Student Aid Index (SAI). The SAI is designed to enhance accuracy and fairness in assessing student aid eligibility. Notable changes include the exclusion of the number of family members in college from the calculation, the allowance of a minimum SAI of -1500, and the implementation of separate eligibility criteria for Federal Pell Grants.
Below are several resources to address questions and assist you with completing the process.
US Department of Education Student Aid Information
NCAN's Guiding you through the Better FAFSA Process Slide Show
FAFSA Completion Portal How To Video
What to do after filling out the FAFSA Video
*Remember to use your personal email address when completing these forms.
Dear Education Partner,
Starting today, the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA) will be submitted using a new platform.
The WASFA is for people who don’t file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) due to immigration status or other federal aid eligibility issues. Learn more about who should complete the WASFA through our questionnaire.
Applications for the 2025-26 academic year will be available in December. The release date will be announced on our WASFA page as soon as it is available.
Currently, only the 2024-25 application is available.
Anyone who has already completed a FAFSA does not need to complete a WASFA.
Login information and completed applications remain the same on the new portal, but new applications are simpler, and the platform has a new mobile-friendly look and feel.
Upon completion, applicants are encouraged to contact the financial aid office at their prospective schools to ensure the application was received and inquire about next steps. New and existing user guides can be found on the WSAC WASFA page.
Account assistance is available by contacting: wasfa@wsac.wa.gov.
Graduate Strong & Washington College Access Network (WCAN)
Seniors, remember to use your personal email address on FAFSA/WAFSA, Scholarship Applications, and Admission Forms.
INTERNSHIPS, SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES, & SUMMER PROGRAMS
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Job Shadowing Experience Program
VMFH is offering Occupational Job Shadowing Opportunities to high school students. This is an opportunity for students to gain exposure to the healthcare field through various professions that contribute to patient care. To assist students in future healthcare career decisions, they have the opportunity to shadow up to 8 hours and/or participate in an extended cohort field experience.
Program Details
The job shadowing experience is intended for high school students ages 16-18 and is a time-limited arrangement allowing the observation of clinical and/or non-clinical staff members in a non-patient facing environment.
Shadowing allows students to follow and observe a healthcare professional while they carry out their responsibilities. Students will be scheduled in 2-, 4-, 6- or 8-hour increments, with an opportunity for an extended cohort field experience through their academic institution.
Eligibility
High school students must be 16-18 years of age. VMFH does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.
Job Shadowing Areas
Areas include a wide range of healthcare occupations, such as CNA, Pre-pharmacy,
Pre-physical Therapy, Respiratory, Lab, Radiology, Sterile Processing, Surgical Tech, Patient Advocates, BioMed, Healthcare IT workers, among other fields.
Sign Up Information
You will be required to complete the necessary forms and training prior to starting your shadowing. Interested students should visit or email Mrs. Bartleson in the OHS CTE office or call 360-662-2735.
VIBES CONFERENCE
Sponsored by the Black Student Union of Washington State University
INFORMATION BELOW
We’re excited to invite your high school students to the V.I.B.E.S. Conference - Visionaries Inspiring Black Empowered Students - at Washington State University! This annual conference is a three-day, two-night event designed to inspire and empower Black students, focusing on leadership development and higher education.
Event Details
Dates: February 7-9, 2025
Location: WSU Pullman Campus
Student Application: Opens November 1, 2024
Application Deadline: January 17, 2025 by 11:59 PM
Transportation: Provided via charter buses from multiple locations across Washington state.
Cost: $50 (covers transportation, lodging, meals, and conference materials; please note that fee waivers are limited and available upon request)
The conference is primarily for juniors and seniors from African-American backgrounds, but we welcome applications from students of all identities and grade levels.
Student attendees will engage in workshops, team-building activities, and discussions on college prep, personal growth, and community challenges.
Leading up to the conference we are hosting informational webinars for counselors. Please sign up for one of the following webinars to learn more about the V.I.B.E.S. conference.
Webinar #1: 3 - 4 p.m., Thurs., Nov. 7
Webinar #2: 12 - 1 p.m., Weds., Nov. 13
Webinar #3: 12 - 1 p.m., Tues., Dec. 17
Webinar #4: 12 - 1 p.m., Fri., Jan. 17
We hope your students take advantage of this opportunity. For questions, contact us at si.vibes@wsu.edu or our advisor, Josue Zuniga at josue.zuniga@wsu.edu.
PG is teaming up with the CK school district to offer photography internships through the Career Connections Program during the 2023-24 school year.
Marketing / Events / Social Media
Using top of the line camera gear / Lenses
Photo Editing / Color Correcting / Printing Photos
Posing / Indoor/Outdoor Lighting Technical Skills
Photographing [Action Sports / Portraits / Dances / Graduations / Sports]
Interested students should email Michelle Schuster using the link below.
Navy PNW and MWR have programs for student internships in many service fields.
Interested students can visit the in building Navy Liaison, contact Michelle Schuster at 360-662-1057, or email below.
Job Corps Jackson-Pearce Forestry Services
At Jackson-Pierce Forestry Services is committed to providing young individuals with valuable experiences and opportunities to develop their skills and interests. We are currently seeking motivated and enthusiastic youth who are interested in joining Job Corps.
Forestry Service Opportunity
Interested individuals must not have any criminal history. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly at Evans.Jarod@jobcorps.org.
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