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*College= any post-secondary education

which will help you to get a good job in the

career to which you aspire.

Juniors: now is the time to find the right fit

for you! Go Visit Colleges! Make an appointment with the Admission

Office of a college/university/tech school and

go visit in person! (students can have 2 school

business days for official college visits. Spring Break is a

perfect opportunity!)

*

SENIORS…How are YOU going to pay for

College? FAFSA! It’s not too late! If you need

assistance, contact your counselor here, or the

financial aid office at the college you will be

attending.

Seniors!!! FAFSA Help At LHS

Computer Labs Open for FAFSA!

The Media Center Computer lab at LHS has fast internet,

and is available for student/parent use to aid in filing

your FAFSA! Our Media Center is open until 3:30 daily

after school, and at other times, by appointment. Please

contact counseling for more information.

We are here to help!

Transcripts are now ONLINE! Sign up for your free account at Parchment.com to

send transcripts to Michigan colleges and

universities. Michigan colleges want electronic

transcripts! Information in the counseling office, or on

the LHS website counseling link . Remember: First

apply, Second, send transcript!

ACT Test Dates Register online at www.actstudent.org

SAT Test Dates Register online at

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register

Free SAT Prep! Now available to all: Free SAT prep from your own

home. www.Khanacademy.org is the ONLY place to

get official, no cost, comprehensive SAT prep: take

practice tests, prep, track progress and much more.

Stay Connected; Be “Reminded!”

Receive text reminders from the counseling

office about important dates, events,

opportunities!

Class of 2016 (Seniors)

text @2f274 to 81010

Class of 2017 (Juniors)

text 250033 to 81010

Class of 2018 (Sophomores)

text 250033a to 81010

Remind is a free, safe, simple messaging tool which helps

us share important reminders with students and parents.

ALL personal info is kept private. We never see your

phone number. For questions, contact Mrs. Pecore.

Online Scholarship Search Reference

It is never too early to start applying! Check out these free scholarship search/help sites:

www.scholarship-monkey.com scholarship search

www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/ebook scholarship

search secrets

www.zinch.com clearinghouse for scholarships and more

www.fastweb.com scholarship search

www.usafunds.org/planning/access_to_education_scholarship

http://schoolsoup.com/scholarship-directory

http://www.studentaid.edgov/types/grants-

scholarships/finding-scholarships U.S. dept of ed

resources.

www.michigan.gov/ssg click on Planning for College

tab for Affording College in Michigan Guidebook

New! https://www.collegegreenlight.com/ Awesome website for first generation, and under-

represented students. College searches and scholarship

opportunities! Check this one out.

Scholarships Available

The Hunter Felton Memorial Scholarship Two $1000 scholarships will be awarded to students

who have a minimum 2.5 GPA, participated in

athletics during school, submit recommendation

letters, and an essay. Deadline is May 20th, 2016.

Information is in counseling office.

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B. Davis Scholarship This scholarship is based on research! Apply, answer

questions about your future plans, and qualify for the

opportunity to be awarded the B Davis Scholarship of $1000.

Deadline is May 23, 2016 Applications available at

http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

LM Scholarship $500 scholarship to a student attending at least a 2 year

program. Minimum 3.0 GP and Essay( about safety issues)

required. Deadline is May 31, 2016

http://www.forklifttraininggrandeprairie.com/apply.php

Got a Spine Scholarship $500 to a student attending a college in fall of 2016.

Minimum GPA of 2.5; no essay required. Deadline is June 2,

2016 Apply online at

www.scholarshipquidance.com/scholarship_got_a_

spine_scholarship_8927.php?

Caption Scholarship Submit a caption in the comment section of any post on the

Odenza Facebook page prior to deadline of May 31, 2016.

Ensure to place a #OdenzaCaption at the end of your

caption/comment. All students must be attending a college in

fall of 2016 and must have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

www.scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_caption_scholar

ship_8967.php?

Paul Mitchel The School Great Lakes

Scholarship Program Paul Mitchel The School Great Lakes is offering the

opportunity of (5) $1000 scholarships to be used at

the Great Lakes School. Essay, letters of

recommendation, minimum GPA of 2.5 are all

required. Information and application is available in

counseling office. Due date is June 6, 2016.

Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man

Scholarship 2016 –University of

Michigan This scholarship is for young men attending the UM-

Ann Arbor, who have demonstrated the qualities of

the ‘Balanced Man’ throughout their high school

experience: “Sound Mind in a Sound Body”. One

scholarship of $1000 is awarded; applying does not

mean pledging is required. Application is online at

http://googl/forms/1WxG4n0Equ or for more info

contact dmachado@umich.edu deadline is June 6,

2016.

Sigma Phi Epsilon Balanced Man Scholarship

2016 (OHIO)

This scholarship is the same as above, but awarded

to young men who will attend either Ohio State

University, University of Toledo, or University of

Cincinnati. Students should apply online to their

respective schools at www.sigepbms.com See

counseling for more information.

10 Words or Less Scholarship

Anyone ages 14-25 who will be attending school in fall of

2016 qualifies. In 10 words or less tell why YOU deserve the

$500 scholarship. Deadline is June 30, 2016. www.

Scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_10_words_or_

less_scholarship_8947.php?

Horatio Alger National Career &

Technical Scholarship Program Students who intend to pursue a career or technical

education in a community college setting, have

financial need, and have exhibited integrity and

perseverance in overcoming personal adversity,

should consider applying for these $2500

scholarships. Apply Now-June1, 2016 at

application.horatioalger.org

Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship

AnimationCareeReview is offering seniors the opportunity to

win a $1000 scholarship to pursue an animation career at an

accredited post-secondary school/college. Visit

http://www.animationcareerreview.com/ by June 1, 2016

Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship

Students interesting in a career in fashion design can visit

www.fashionschools.org to apply for the $1000 scholarship.

Deadline is June 1, 2016.

*Local Low Interest Loans to Help Pay for

College! *

The Lapeer Community Scholarship and

Student Loan Fund Is offerering graduates

from Lapeer Community Schools the opportunity

to apply for low cost college loans of up to $2000

per school year. Information is available in the

counseling office.

Opportunity Knocks!

**Last Call for any 11th grade boys interested in

the Boys State leadership program. There are still

spots available for this one week scholarship paid camp at

Northwoods University. Please contact Mrs. Pecore by May

19th if interested. (Special thanks to our local American

Legion and associates for funding this opportunity!)

**Many Colleges are hosting summer camps for

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nearly any future career/ occupational interest you

may have. Search online for the perfect fit!!