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MARCH
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Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) - want to meet with Kelsey Olliff, the admission counselor for Coosa High, to learn more about SCAD? Use the link below to make an appointment or just contact Kelsey directly: kolliff@scad.edu Phone: 912.509.3817
Who wants to PLAY in the Phern's Cup Soccer Match?
Before the end of the day this Thursday, complete the linked form to be considered as a student player.
If you play soccer, you can not sign up.
This Is My Life's Dream Challenge -- Need money for college someday? Enter an original work (video, picture, drawing, poem, or essay) for a chance to win $1,529 towards a Path2College 529 Plan. Must be 18 or younger. Must be uploaded by your parent, grandparent, or legal guardian. See the link below for rules and to submit your work. HURRY -- DEADLINE MONDAY, MARCH 15!
If you haven't already, PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP if you plan to submit 100+ hours for the community service cord. If you already replied, no need to reply again. Thanks!
Sam Scoggin
Counselor
Coosa High School
706-236-1870 Ext.1968
Balfour will be here tomorrow at 7:15 am in the Gym Lobby to measure/order jackets. See attached.
CoosaRescheduled_OrderJacketSpring.pdf
Letter Jacket Order Form 2020-2021.pdf
SHORTER DUAL ENROLLMENT - TERM 2 CLASSES BEGIN MONDAY, MARCH 8! The last day to Add/Drop is March 12. Be SURE to log into your Scholar account on Monday the 8th. See below for instructions of logging in and finding your classes.
Go to scholar.shorter.edu (link below)
Log in with your Shorter ID and password (use the help link if you experience log-in access problems)
Click on the Students tab
Click View Details under My Course Schedule
Coosa High School Website:
Coosa High School Website:
https://www.floydboe.net/coosahigh
https://www.floydboe.net/coosahigh
Please let me know right away if you plan to submit 100+ hours of logged community service for the community service cord. If you do, roughly how many hours?
If you need a hard copy of the community service form, they are on the table outside my office.
Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions or need help with anything.
Sam Scoggin
Counselor
Coosa High School
706-236-1870 Ext.1968
COMMUNITY SERVICE? - Please let Mr. Scoggin know asap if you have done Community Service over the last 4 years. We are trying to determine the seniors with the most total hours.
If you are planning to submit at least 100 hours for the Community Service Cord PLEASE let Mr. Scoggin know asap.
GNTC has a LOT to offer the graduating Class of 2021. See the attached flyer for costs, programs available, and How to Apply. See Mr. Scoggin or Ms. Bosworth for more information.
SHORTER UNIVERSITY - Apply for FREE today through March 5 at 5:00 pm. Use the following application fee waiver code when prompted for payment: SUTODAY. See Mr. Scoggin or email Caleb Appling at Shorter for more information. jeppling@shorter.edu
SHORTER UNIVERSITY - Apply for FREE today through March 5 at 5:00 pm. Use the following application fee waiver code when prompted for payment: SUTODAY. See Mr. Scoggin or email Caleb Appling at Shorter for more information. jeppling@shorter.edu
All sports schedules are on the link below.
All sports schedules are on the link below.
The Balfour Rep will not be able to be at CHS until next Wednesday, 3/3/21, before school in the gym lobby.
If you are interested in participating in Literary - please sign up!
Literary Sign-Up
FREE -- Apply to Georgia Highlands Day at CHS - Wednesday, March 3, 1:30 pm - CHS Media Center. Must be present to apply for FREE (no application fee). Must have Verification of Lawful Presence (drivers license*, birth certificate, passport, etc.) to verify that you are a Georgia resident for in-state tuition. See Mr. Scoggin or Ms. Bosworth for details.
*Drivers license must have expiration date that is 4 or more years from issue date.
SCHOLARSHIP NEWSLETTER
Want to know more? Click here for information on the “when, what, why, and how” to search for Scholarships and other Financial Aid.
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
(Added throughout the year...)
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship: For African American students who will attend a 4-year college or university in the Fall Semester of 2021. Minimum GPA of 80.0. Fillable electronic forms available from Mr. Scoggin or Ms. Bosworth. Deadline: March 12, 2021
GNTC Foundation High School Graduate Scholarship: $500 scholarship for a student who plans to attend GNTC in Fall 2021. May be used for any educational costs such as tuition, fees, books, or supplies. Criteria for selection include financial need and academics. See Mr. Scoggin for more information or an application. Deadline: April 2, 2021
Reverend Nim B. Russell Scholarship: In memory of Rev. Russell, this application requires an essay and letters of recommendation. Email Mr. Scoggin or Ms. Bosworth for more information and/or the application. Deadline: March 22, 2021
Sam and Mae Byrd & Jake Puryear Detachment Scholarship: $1000 scholarship for students with a parent, grandparent, uncle or aunt - by blood or marriage - who are a current or former US Marine, FMF Corpsman, or FMF Chaplain. Criteria include academics, financial need, and extracurricular activities. Essay required (500 words max.) Applications available from the Counselors. Deadline: March 15, 2021
Rome Rotary Scholarship 2020-21 - $500 scholarship for students in Rome and Floyd County only; six scholarships will be awarded; must be eligible for Free or Reduced Lunch; requires cumulative GPA of 3.5 (though possible exceptions made for 3.2-3.49); application available in the Counselors’ Offices. Deadline: March 31, 2021
BBB Student of Integrity Scholarship 2021 - $1000 scholarships awarded by the Better Business Bureau. Criteria for selection include leadership, community service, and a 500-word essay on “The importance of ethics in business and our community.” Click here for copies of materials or email Mr. Scoggin. Materials must be mailed or delivered to Chattanooga. Deadline: March 31, 2021 (postmarked or hand-delivered by 3:00 pm)
Edward Nixon McKay Memorial Scholarship - for seniors attending school in Rome or Floyd County. Eligibility criteria include financial need, scholastic achievement, and extracurricular activities. Apply online here. Deadline: Feb. 3, 2021
(see more below!)
OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS
...a small sample of what’s out there!
GEICC Scholarship: Sponsored by the Georgia Energy and Industrial Construction Consortium for Seniors involved in STEM. Five $1000 scholarships will be awarded to Georgia graduates. Minimum 2.5 gpa. You will need a transcript to apply. Apply online here. Deadline: March 14, 2021
We the Students Essay Contest - sponsored by the Bill of Rights Institute. Information and application here. Length of essay 500-800 words. 14 winners nationwide: Details of the 2020-2021 Essay Contest including the essay prompt, prizes, and deadline for submission will be announced on Bill of Rights Day, Tuesday, December 15, 2020.
The College Prowler “No Essay Contest” awards $2000 to a student in a random drawing every month, if you register on the site. Deadline December 31, 2020
Federal Scholarships & Aid Gateways 25 Scholarship Gateways from Black Excel http://www.blackexcel.org/25scholarships.htm Deadline: January 9, 2021
The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest awards scholarships of $500-$10,000 to students who write a compelling essay on how an elected official risked his or her career to take a stand based on the dictates of conscience, rather than the dictates of polls. Deadline January 15, 2021
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship: Criteria for selection include leadership potential; dedication to community service; financial need; ACT or SAT scores are helpful but not required. Letter(s) of recommendation required. Information and application found here. Deadline: February 1, 2021
SCAD Challenge - Savannah College of Art & Design scholarship competition. Juniors and seniors may submit one piece of original art in the SCAD Challenge. 3 winners will be selected in each category. Learn more here. Deadline Feb. 15, 2021.
University of Tennessee Chattanooga -- Mathematics Scholarships: for incoming freshmen at UTC who major in Mathematics. Essay and two letters of recommendation required, along with ACT/SAT scores and transcript. More information here. Application here.
Deadline: Feb. 15, 2021
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation - for children and step-children of U.S. Marines and Navy Corpsmen. Includes Technical College and Career Training programs. Check here for more information and FAQ’s. Degree program deadline: March 2, 2021. Non-Degree: open all year, processed monthly. See the counselors for more info.
College Board Opportunity Scholarships - NO essay, no application, no GPA, no financial need…! Earn chances at scholarships as you go through the normal college research and application process. CollegeBoard will give $5 million in scholarships each year. Check this link for more information and to get started. See Mr. Scoggin if you have questions. Deadline Feb. 28, 2021
Union Sponsored Scholarships and Aid - Union Deadline: January 31,2021
Ayn Rand Essay Scholarships http://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests Deadline:April 29, 2021
The Davidson Institute The Davidson Fellows Scholarship awards $50,000, $25,000 and $10,000 scholarships to extraordinary young people, 18 and under, who have completed a significant piece of work. Application categories are Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Literature, Music, Philosophy and Outside the Box. Deadline March 10, 2021
Rover $1000 College Scholarship; Rover Deadline: May 1, 2021
Big Sun Scholarship www.bigsunathletics.com Deadline: June 19, 2021
Petkey.org -http://petkey.org/scholarship/
The College Peas Standout Student Scholarship http://www.collegepeas.com/scholarshipgreen
Scholarship X Program http://www.naas.org/senior.htm
College Board Scholarship Search http://cbweb10p.collegeboard.org/fundfinder/html/fundfind01.html
Zinch gives away a $1000 scholarship each week in their 3 Sentence Essay Contest.
Dunkin Donuts awards over $2 million in scholarships each year to students in areas where they have franchises.
Essay Contests
Essay Contests
School Band and Orchestra Magazine Scholarship
The School Band and Orchestra Magazine Scholarship awards scholarships to five to students in grades 4-8 and five to students in grades 9-12. The essay topics focus on music. Deadline: December 21, 2020
Vegetarian Resource Group Association
The Vegetarian Resource Group (VRG) offers two $5,000 scholarships each year to graduating US high school seniors who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and communities. The application requires an essay about how the applicant promoted vegetarianism in their high school or community. Deadline: February 20, 2021
AFSA National Scholarship Essay Grant
The AFSA National Scholarship Essay Contest is sponsored by the American Fire Sprinkler Association. Multiple awards are distributed each year. Deadline April 1,2021
WINTER BREAK NO SCHOOL FRIDAY FEBRUARY 12TH 2021
MONDAY FEBRUARY 15TH 2021
Enjoy your break!!
ACT THIS SATURDAY 2/6/2021: The ACT at Rome High this Saturday will be administered at the Rome City Schools College & Career Academy (next door). Students will park anywhere by RHS and the CCA and enter through the front doors. Spread the word to anyone you know who is taking the ACT this weekend.
ACT THIS SATURDAY 2/6/2021: The ACT at Rome High this Saturday will be administered at the Rome City Schools College & Career Academy (next door). Students will park anywhere by RHS and the CCA and enter through the front doors. Spread the word to anyone you know who is taking the ACT this weekend.
2020/2021 Updated School Calendar:
2020/2021 Updated School Calendar:
https://storage.googleapis.com/pt04-2/messages/attachments/123dc6d7cad0b354cbe431acacefbee6/20-21_NEW_Calendar.pdf
Eagle Nation, 10/5 -10/9 Spirit Week
Eagle Nation, 10/5 -10/9 Spirit Week
We have a Big Week for CHS this week, and I wanted to share some of it with you.
Softball-- at Chattooga today for two games, at home Wednesday, The Lady Eagles are in the hunt for a playoff spot this Fall. Go Lady Eagles!
Volleyball--Senior Night Tuesday at CHS. Start Time 5:00. The Lady Eagles have secured the #4 seed going into the Area Tournament.
Cross Country--Both Teams will be in action on Tuesday at Rockmart. Our times continue to improve with the Girls' school record being broken twice this year. We currently boast the best Individual girls time in Class AA.
Football-- The Eagles are back home for their last Non-Region game vs Lakeview Academy before their Region 7AA schedule begins next week. (Homecoming-see attached). Please review the Stadium Guidelines attached to keep all players, coaches and fans safe. Events include:
Pregame--The CHS Band will Perform
Halftime-- The Homecoming Festivities
Post Game--Fireworks
Letter Jackets--Balfour will be at CHS on Wednesday before school to measure for jackets again. They will set up in the New Gym.
Thanks for your continued support of CHS athletics.
***UGA early Application****
***UGA early Application****
If UGA is in your priority list, the Early Action Application Deadline is October 15. A Counselor Recommendation is required for UGA so PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP if you plan to apply by the Early Action Deadline.
The Regular Admission Deadline is January 1st so don't panic about Early Action. Feel free to call, email, or come by if you have any questions!
Thanks,
Sam Scoggin
Counselor
Coosa High School
Friday September 25, 2020
Friday September 25, 2020
Pickens Co Map.pdf***Friday Sept. 18th, 2020 Football Change**
***Friday Sept. 18th, 2020 Football Change**
Football game themes:
Football game themes:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B7dN4ZN6ruImkHbDbgbKUX9bnBRVE9DjevXCXJHmPaU/edit?usp=sharing
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