Scholarship Announcements

& Other Senior Opportunities

School Year 2022-23

Students,

All scholarships, open houses, volunteer opportunities, etc are now posted through Canvas! Refer to the "Class of 2023" course and view opportunities in "announcements". Please let me know if you have any questions or need help.

Thank you,

Ms. Street

8/28/2022

Please check CANVAS (R-S Central Class of 2023) for School Nominee Scholarship Applications! These applications are due to Ms. Street by 8:00am, 9/2/2022.

-Morehead-Cain (UNC-CH)

-Belk (Davidson)

-Levine (UNCC)

-Tucker (GWU)

-Park (NC State) *You may self-nominate this year. School endorsements are no longer a part of the process.

School Year 2021-22

Land on Your Feet Scholarship for ONE RS Central High School Senior! Deadline: May 20th!


Please see information received below:


LOYF was established in May 2019 to work with the youth, assist schools, and provide resources to communities in need. To qualify for the scholarship college-bound senior students must meet the following requirements:


1. Historically Black College and University will receive preference

2. Major in one of the STEM disciplines or Criminal Justice

3. Have a GPA of 3.0+


RS Central is allowed THREE nominations! Please email/see Mrs. Street or Mr. Stafford immediately if you are interested in applying. DEADLINE: May 20th.

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Students,

Please refer to your school email for A-B Tech Scholarship opportunities!

Thanks,

Mrs. Street

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LOCAL OPPORTUNITY!!!!! See below to apply for the EPiC LiFE Scholarship! DUE: Friday, April 15th, 2022.

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A link to the James L. Davis Stem Scholarship for the Class of 2022 has been sent to your student emails. This is a $500 scholarship that will be awarded to 1 senior at each high school. The deadline is April 29.

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First United Methodist Church of Rutherfordton’s Young People's Bible Study Diversity-Based Scholarship


Seniors,


Members of First United Methodist Church of Rutherfordton’s Young People's Bible Study have recently decided to offer a new diversity-based scholarship.

Annually, beginning this year, they would like to offer a one-time $1000 scholarship to a student who meets the following criteria:


-Black/African-American, Rutherford County senior who will be attending college or technical school anywhere in the country

-Has financial need

-Is involved in the community and school activities

-Has the potential to be a leader in the community


The deadline for the application and all required documents is April 5, 2022.


Please see Mrs. Street or Mr. Stafford for the application link!

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https://www.cfnc.org/pay-for-college/scholarship-search/



Use the link above to access tons of NC opportunities. I can't send these out individually, but wanted to make you aware!

Some you will not qualify for as high school students, but many you will!


Thanks,

Mrs. Street



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ROPE Award, the Charles Z. Flack Community Leadership Award, the Ron C. Paris Mass Communications Award and the EXPO Award- DEADLINE March 16th by 3:00PM

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Keep Rutherford County Beautiful (KRCB) is now accepting applicants for its 2022 Green Scholarship!

See the link below for more information. The application has been sent to all seniors through school email and Canvas.

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George H.V. Cecil Journey Scholarship

Hi, Seniors

The WNC Communities are offering the George H.V. Cecil Journey Scholarship for students who are.

planning to attend an accredited four or two year program. The eligibility details, criteria and instructions are listed below.

ELIGIBILITY FOR JOURNEY SCHOLARSHIP:
● Applicant must live in one of the communities or participate in one of the community centers listed above.
o If not, you are not eligible to pursue this scholarship.
● Applicants must have at least a 3.0 unweighted grade point average to be considered.
● Only high school students eligible to be admitted into college can apply for this scholarship.
● Scholarships are for an accredited four or two year college program.
● Scholarships are awarded without regard to race, creed, sex, ethnic background, handicap or origin.
CRITERIA:
● Good character ▪ Academic ability and achievement
● Extracurricular activities ▪ Financial need
● Community service (outstanding contributions to school and community)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
● Applications are available from the High School Guidance Office or Community Clubs listed above. ● Applicants only, not parents, must complete all the items on the checklist on the first page of the application.
● Application must be reviewed and verified by an officer from a Community Club listed above. If your application is not verified by a Community Club Officer from one of the communities listed above, your application will not be accepted. If applicants are not certain who to contact, email gailparker@wnccommunities.org to request this information. Do not wait until the deadline to make your request; it will not be acknowledged.
● Deadline: Complete Application MUST be emailed by 11:59 P.M. Monday, March 21, 2022. If emailing your application is a hardship, please contact gailparker@wnccommunities.org no later than March 1 so we can arrange for you to mail it. Please note, however, that mailed applications must be received no later than March 21 to be considered. Given the recent slowdown in U.S. mail, please plan accordingly so that your application arrives on time.

Journey Scholarship Application 2022.docx


Additional information and applications have been sent out through email and Canvas.

DEADLINE: Applications must be postmarked by June 3, 2022. See Mr. Stafford or Mrs. Street for help in advance.

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Seniors,


Ms. Ruby Ham, Chairperson of the Martin Luther King Jr. Committee of the New Hope Community sent out the following information for their scholarship:

The Martin Luther King Jr. Committee of the New Hope Community is a 501 C3 Nonprofit Organization. Our mission is to: 1) Promote educational workshops on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s philosophy on nonviolence,2) Teach citizens how to become community leaders. 3) Sponsor field trips to other states and museums to enlighten their awareness, and 4) Ensure that the citizens of the community is aware of the resources available from the MLK Committee on the life and legacy of Dr. King. 5) Out reach for the community.

Scholarship Eligibility/Criteria

  • High school senior and live in Rutherford County, North Carolina. Legal resident of North Carolina and plan to attend a North Carolina accredited college, community college or technical institute.

  • Financial need

  • Have potential to excel as a leader

  • Be involved in school and community activities

Special consideration will be given to those applicants involved with Martin Luther King Jr. Committee of the New Hope Community

How to Apply

  1. Complete the scholarship

  2. Include the following attachments:

a. A brief narrative summarizing your activities, community service, work experiences, educational goals and what MLK Jr. means to you.

b. Official high school transcript

c. Three (3) letters of reference (i.e. community members, teachers, ministers)

  1. Return signed application with required attachments to: School Guidance Counselor or mail to:

MLK Jr. Committee of New Hope Community

Post Office Box 501

Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139

Deadline: April 8, 2022



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Seniors,


Gardner-Webb sent out the following information about their local scholarship opportunities:


The LeGrande-Ware Scholarship and the new Searight Multicultural Leadership Award are offered to Rutherford County students. The LeGrande-Ware Scholarship is geared towards student leaders who are looking to pursue a degree within our Godbold School of Business. The Searight Multicultural Award is geared towards first-generation college students who have a demonstrated financial need, demonstrated commitment to diversity, and an aptitude for leadership. The selected recipients will also participate in the new Searight Leadership Certificate program while enrolled at GWU.

Both applications are due by April 1st, 2022 and selected students will come to campus for interviews in early May.


If you have specific questions about the scholarships, you may reach out to:


Jahnnie Conner

Admissions Counselor

Undergraduate Admissions

(P) 704-406-4492 | (C) 704-466-5743


Searight Application Link: https://admissions.gardner-webb.edu/register/?id=9e94ec3c-9f56-4913-83ee-e80083909a6b

LeGrande-Ware Application Link: https://admissions.gardner-webb.edu/register/?id=f07c88c8-b1f5-4a3e-936e-d86756b70ebe


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The Bobby Chapman Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship (may or may not play golf)

Our school may submit FOUR applications for this scholarship. If you are interested, please read the guidelines and submit your completed application to Mrs. Street by Friday, March 11, 2022. Applicants may or may not play golf. Our school scholarship committee will review all applications and choose four to represent our school. Guidelines and applications may be have been sent out via email.

The student recipient is to be a person of good character, a person with demonstrated leadership capacity, a person who has acceptable academic promise and a person who promises to make a positive contribution as a mature citizen.

The student recipient will be expected to maintain a scholastic performance level that advances him/her to graduation. This is understood to be a grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale.

The Bobby Chapman Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship Program will select ten (10) scholarship recipients per year out of all completed applications received. The scholarship will renew annually for four years of the college experience in the amount of $1,500 per year.


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Pilot Club of Rutherford County Scholarship Application (Previously McKinney Jobe Scholarship)

Due date - February 28, 2022

Pilot Club of Rutherford County is pleased to offer a $1000 scholarship each year, as funding allows, to a deserving high school student who is continuing his/her education. Pilot International Pilot International is a non-profit organization whose mission is to transform communities by developing youth, providing service and education, and uplifting families whose lives are affected by a brain related illness or injury. Pilot International envisions a world where all are valued.

The Penny Davis Pilot Club Scholarship deadline has been extended through Monday at 3pm. Students should refer to the original email for application instructions.

Please check your email or Canvas for application and more details!

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Please check your school email for information and instructions to apply for Isothermal's Lee L. Powers Merit Scholarship- Due April 1, 2022


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Going to ICC? It can be TUITION FREE!!!

Follow the link below for more information


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Please use the link below for information on The Golden Leaf Scholarship!


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Penny P. Davis 2022 Memorial Scholarship sponsored by the Foothills Pilot Club of Rutherford County.

Please check your school email and Canvas for the scholarship application and more information! The application packet must be completed no later than Wednesday, February 23rd!



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See below for a generous local scholarship opportunity from King Law!

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Multicultural Day at Winthrop! Great opportunity!

See the link below:

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Seniors, watch for announcements concerning the following scholarships! Scholarships will be added as offered/available throughout the school year. Check this page OFTEN! If an online link to the scholarship is available, the link will be provided on this page. If a hard copy is required, applications may be picked up from the counseling center. If you have questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Street at cstreet@rcsnc.org.

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January 21, 2022- The SECU Scholarship ($10,000) Application is due to Mrs. Street by February 21, 2002. Since we have been remote this week, a reminder has been sent out with the application attached (email and Canvas). Mrs. Street will have to submit the applications electronically, so please use the attached application (Pages). Take advantage of this generous opportunity! Someone at RS Central High School WILL be AWARDED $10,000!

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January 21, 2022- URGENT REMINDER! CFWNC Scholarship applications will be accepted through this weekend. Look for an email from Mrs. Street outlining the deadline extension and what you need to do! The Nathaniel Ellis Cannady, Jr. Scholarship is available to Rutherford County high school students, and possibly carries a $20,000 award! Others may also be available for Rutherford County residents. If you need a counselor recommendation, please let me know ASAP!

The scholarship directory link is below:



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Please follow the link below to find information about the NC Extension and Community Association (NCECA) scholarship opportunities:

District Level Due: February 1, 2022

County Level Due: April 1, 2022

If you need a paper copy, please see Mrs. Street or Mr. Stafford.

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The SECU Foundation "People Helping People" Scholarship applications are now available in guidance.

SECU has been gracious enough to award $10,000 to someone at RS Central High School!

All eligible high school seniors must meet the following requirements:


-Must be a senior at a NC public high school

-Must be a SECU member or is eligible for membership through a parent/guardian

-Must be a US citizen, a resident of NC, and eligible for in-state tuition

-Must be accepted to attend one of the 16 UNC system universities as a full-time undergraduate

-Must have demonstrated scholastic achievement with a 2.5 or highter unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale

-Must have demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity and community involvement

-Must file FAFSA as part of the application


February 21, 2022: Student applications and all accompanying paperwork to be turned in by students to school counselors.



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If you are an ALLIED HEALTH student, please see Mrs. Lawson for information on the WNC Bridge Foundation Health Scholarship. Someone from our school will receive $1,500!

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Win $10,000 for college! See the page below for more information on the JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest:


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If you are interested in a career in the INSURANCE FIELD, check out the opportunity below!


Scholar's Day 2022- Montreat College- Please see the link below!

Goodnight Scholars Program Self-Nomination form is LIVE!

Mr. Stafford has sent all seniors the link to self-nominate! Check your email!


Please use the link below for CFWNC Scholarships!

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Did you know that Rutherford County residents receive half tuition scholarships to Brevard College? See the link below for more information!

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Please see below for various McNair Educational Foundational Scholarships:

Scholarships for those with Migraines:

NC Central University's Cheatham-White Scholarship:

Please see Mrs. Street for more information!

Cystic Fibrosis Scholarship Opportunities! Click on the link below for a list. Some have deadlines that are quickly approaching. Please let Mrs. Street know immediately if you need a letter of recommendation or a transcript!

Do you have Type 1 Diabetes? See below for scholarship opportunities!

$2,000, $5,000, $10,000! Some are renewable!

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Epilepsy Reach Foundation Scholarship- See link below for more information!

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Apply FREE to ETSU this week (October 25-29)!

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The last opportunity for you to self-endorse for NC State's Park Scholars Program is November 1st! See your email or Canvas announcement for more details!


Click on the link below!


Click on video for more information.

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Patriots of the American Revolution High School Essay Contest! For additional information, please see Mrs. Street in guidance. Open to students 9-12!

Applications are due to Mrs. Street by October 29th!

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Click below for various DAR Scholarship Opportunities!

See below for specific DAR Scholarships!

See the link below for the Voice of Democracy Program. This opportunity is open to ALL students, grades 9-12. The entry deadline is October 31, 2021, by MIDNIGHT.


See below for The Thomas Wolfe Scholarship information! (UNC) The deadline to apply is November 15, 2021.


Isothermal Community College Institutional Scholarships!


If you plan to apply to Duke or UNC-CH, check out the Robertson Scholars opportunity below! All application materials are due no later than 11:59pm on November 15, 2021.

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Attention Art & Design, Theatre & Dance, and Music majors interested in Converse University!!!! See below for talent-based scholarships!

https://www.converse.edu/admissions/undergraduate/soa-auditions-and-portfolios/


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Are you are interested in Environment and Sustainability? Check out some great scholarship opportunities through Catawba College! Each year, get $5,000 (in addition to your financial aid package), and qualify for additional merit scholarships.

https://catawba.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/environment-and-sustainability/student-resources/scholarships/


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Attention Senior Athletes!!!!! The Heisman High School Scholarship Application is open. The deadline to apply is 10-19-2021. Click on the link below for more information.

Are you eligible?

https://heismanscholarship.com/application/are-you-eligible/


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Please use the link below to find more information about the Griffith Rutherford Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) American History Essay Contest. Mr. Rogers has been announcing this opportunity daily. The title for the 2021-2022 essay is : "Patriots of the American Revolution". The local contest ends Friday, October 29, 2021. If you are interested in this opportunity, please pick up more information in guidance!

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Get $3,000 a year for college!


Golden-Leaf 4-year Scholarship Program



Golden-LEAF Foundation Scholars Leadership Program


Golden-Leaf Foundation Scholars Leadership Program


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Are you planning to attend Isothermal? ICC can be TUITION-FREE!!!!! Click the link below for more information.

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Click the link below for The NC Hispanic College Fund- The application opens November 1, 2021


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Interested in North Carolina A&T? Follow the link below for many scholarship opportunities!

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Interested in Gardner-Webb University? Follow the link below for scholarship information!

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Attention future Tarheels! Click the link below for scholarship opportunities!

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Interested in Lenior-Rhyne University? Click the link below for scholarship opportunities!


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School Nomination Scholarship applications for Morehead Cain, Levine, Belk, and Park are due to Mrs. Street by Friday, September 10th, 2021.


Seniors,

I have opened the nomination scholarship application up again through this Monday, September 27, 2021, at 8am. The deadline for Morehead-Cain has passed, but you may still apply for Park, Belk, and Levine. Please PRINT (do not email) your applications and bring them to Mrs. Street in guidance. You may slide your application under my door if I am not in my office.

Remember, these are PRESTIGIOUS scholarships and your chance to make a good first impression. Make sure you have someone proofread your work before you submit!

I have sent an email with the attached application.

Thank you,

Mrs. Street



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UVA!!!!!

The Jefferson and Walentas Scholarships

https://www.jeffersonscholars.org/scholarship

If you are interested in being nominated, please let Mrs. Street or Mr. Stafford know. Our scholarship committee will add you to the list for nomination consideration. These scholarships are worth $293,000!!!! Students may not apply on their own. They must be nominated.



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As Mrs. Street receives notifications of scholarships, she will add to announcements. Check this page FREQUENTLY! While there is no guarantee that any scholarship will be offered this academic school year, the following scholarships have been offered previously:

FALL:

Morehead Cain (UNC-CH)

Levine (UNCC)

Belk (Davidson)

Park (NC State)


SPRING:


Journey

Pilot

Golden Leaf

Powers (ICC)

MLK

SECU ($10,000)

Kathy Dobbins

ROPE

EXPO

Alpha Delta Kappa

King Law

Epic Life

Rutherford County Beautiful (Green) Scholarship