MHS Senior scholarship bulletin
February 22, 2008
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*OKLAHOMA CITY SOCIETY OF PETROLEUM ENGINEERS offers scholarships for students majoring in Petroleum Engineering and/or children of Society of Petroleum Engineer members majoring in Engineering or Science. An ACT composite score of at least a 24 (with a 24 in math and science) or an SAT combined score of 1090 is required. Applications are available in the MHS Counseling Office scholarship file or at www.speokc.org. The deadline is March 28, 2008.

*KERR CENTER INSTITUTE OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE ESSAY CONTEST gives money awards to 3 winning essays on “The Value of Locally Grown Foods.” The essay must be original, between 800-1000 words, and documented sources. For information, contact apoole@kerrcenter.com or call (918) 647-9123 or visit www.kerrcenter.com All essays must be received in the Kerr’s Center office by 5:00p.m. March 28, 2008.




*EL RENO ELKS LODGE #743 awards 3 $1000 scholarships based on academics, work experience, community service, activities, and an essay. Applications are available in the MHS Counseling Office scholarship file. Applications must be mailed to El Reno Elks Lodge #743, 415 S. Rock Island, El Reno, OK 73036 and must be received no later than March 31, 2008.

FIRST FIDELITY BANK SCHOLARSHIP is awarded in the amount of $1000 to 1 Mustang High School student based on accomplishments, test scores, grades and statement of need. The winner must attend OU or OSU. Applications are available in the MHS Counseling Office scholarship file and must be received at First Fidelity Bank by March 31, 2008.

NORTHEASTERN OKLAHOMA A&M (NEO in Miami, OK) has awarded Mustang High School with one tuition scholarship for a student attending NEO next fall. See your counselor by April 1, 2008 if you are interested.

*OKLAHOMA HERITAGE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION is an examination based on Oklahoma’s history and its people. Students can earn one $1000 cash scholarship and one tuition waiver. Pre-registration is required by March 21st and the exam date is April 5, 2008 at 15 locations across the state. Study guides are available at www.oklahomaheritage.com under the scholarship tab. Pre-registration slips are available in the MHS Counseling Office scholarship file.

*ROBERT C. BYRD HONORS SCHOLARSHIP requires a 32 composite ACT or 2130 combined SAT and acceptance into an institution of higher learning (public or private, in-state or out-of-state) for fall semester 2008. Applications are available in the MHS Counseling Office scholarship file and must be postmarked no later than April 11, 2008.

*2008 STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM requires completion of a 15-20 minute survey about colleges in the area. The scholarship will be awarded via a random drawing of all completed applications. Log on to www.student-view.com and complete the survey by April 22, 2008.

THE FOUNTAINHEAD ESSAY CONTEST for 11th and 12th graders is open to students worldwide and awards over $40,000 in scholarship money. The 23rd Annual Contest of Ayn Rand’s Novel The Fountainhead must be between 800-1600 words, type-written and double-spaced. Entrants must select one of the provided topics—topic information is available in the scholarship file in the MHS Counseling Office. Visit www.aynrand.org/contests for information and to submit essays online or mail the essay. The deadline is April 25, 2008.

AL’S FORMAL WEAR is proud to sponsor 2 $2500 college scholarships. Visit an Al’s Formal Wear store for an application. For the location of a store near you, dial 730-4-TUX. For complete scholarship rules, visit www.alsformalwear.com Entries are accepted through May 5, 2008.

BIGSUN SCHOLARSHIP helps young athletes succeed in the their academic pursuits. All senior student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Send a 500 word or less essay describing why you should be the winner of this award to athleticawards@bigsunathletics.com no later than June 20, 2008.



UNIVERSAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR APPRENTICESHIP is offered to approximately 10 applicant yearly by the Universal Equipment Operator State JATC. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a HS diploma or GED, have a valid driver’s license and must qualify for an Oklahoma Commercial Driver’s License. Applications may be picked up the first 5 working days of each month and then returned the following Monday at the JATC offices at 9412 N. Robinson, OKC,OK
(405)848-7400.

MAKING IT COUNT will award 1 national $5000 and 5 regional $1000 scholarships to high school seniors who demonstrate the “winning characteristics”. Students are eligible to win only if they view a Making College & Career Count presentation. For more information about his scholarship, visit www.makingitcount.com/scholarship

AMERICAN LEGION HIGH SCHOOL ORATORICAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM involves presenting a prepared oration of 8-10 minutes that is an original effort of the contestant and a 3-5 minute oration on an assigned topic. For more information, dates and sites and deadlines, go to www.legion.org

NEED A LIFT? contains extensive information on scholarships for veteran’s dependents. Go to www.needalift.org or view the copy in the Counselor’s Office.

THE CHRISTIAN CONNECTOR provides a free Christian college information service as well as a $2500 Christian college scholarship drawing. Students can simply log onto www.christianconnector.com to request information and automatically be entered in the $2500 drawing.

NELNET $1 MILLION SCHOLARSHIP GIVEAWAY requires no academic information, no essay, no ACT/SAT score, and no minimum GPA–all you have to do is enter for a chance to win. You can enter daily to increase your chances of winning. Go to www.nelnet.com/win or pick up an entry form in the MHS Counseling Office scholarship file. Drawings are ongoing throughout the year with the final drawing date as August 8, 2008.

DECA MEMBER SCHOLARSHIPS are available exclusively to high school DECA members from many companies and sources. Some require employment with the company offering the scholarship; others are open to any DECA member meeting the criteria. The complete 2008 DECA Scholarship Guide is available for viewing in the MHS Counseling Office scholarship file and also with Mrs. Cerny in the MHS DECA room.

OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FRESHMAN THEATRE SCHOLARSHIPS of $1000 or more are awarded to up to 10 promising freshmen theatre students. Auditions and portfolio reviews are required and tours may be scheduled. Audition dates range from February 1-April 18, 2008. Application materials and further information is available in the MHS Counseling Office scholarship file.


Most of the colleges and universities have February and March application deadlines, so be aware of those approaching dates!

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

2007 and Beyond

 ACE / OHLAP Graduation Requirements: College Prep.

(Achieving Classroom Excellence Act of 2006)

Total:  23 units: 22 units and 1 arts competency or credit                    

 English: 

    4 units including grammar, composition, literature, or any English course approved for college admissions requirements

Mathematics: 

    3 units including Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Math Analysis, Calculus, Advanced Placement Statistics, or any mathematics course with content and/or rigor above Algebra I and approved for college admissions requirements.

Lab Science: 

    3 units including biology, chemistry, physics, or any laboratory science course with content and/or rigor equal to or above Biology and approved for college admissions requirements.

History & Citizenship Skills: 

    3 units including one unit of American History, one-half unit of Oklahoma History, one-half unit of United States Government and one-half unit from the subjects of history, government, geography, economics, civics, or non-western culture and approved for college admissions requirements

Foreign Language or Computer Technology: 

    2 units,  must be approved for college admissions requirements whether taught at high school or technology center, including computer programming, hardware, and business computer applications, such as word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and graphics, excluding Keyboarding or typing courses.

 Art: 

    1 unit (or set of competencies) From music, art, drama, or speech.

Other: 

    1 unit Selected from 1-5 above or career technology education courses approved for college admissions requirements

Electives:

     Units to equal a minimum of 22 total units.

MUSTANG HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

2007 and Beyond

 Total:   22 units   

 English:

     1 unit grammar and composition, and 3 units selected from American literature, English literature, World Literature, advanced English courses, Speech.

Mathematics:

     1 unit Algebra I, and

    2 units selected from Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Calculus, Statistics and/or Probability, or Mathematics of Finance.

Science:                            

     1 unit Biology I and

     1 unit of a physical science (physical science or chemistry) and

     1 unit of the following:  Chemistry I, Physics, Biology II, Chemistry II, Earth Science, Botany, Zoology, Physiology, Astronomy, qualified agricultural education courses (including but not limited to Horticulture, Plant and Soil Science, Natural Resources and Environmental Science, and Animal Science), or other science courses with content and/or rigor equal to or above Biology I.

Social Studies:

     1 unit United States History,

     ½ to 1 unit United States Government

     ½ unit Oklahoma History, and

 ½ to 1 unit selected from World History, Geography, Economics, and Anthropology

Humanities:

     2 sets of competencies (art history and music history), or

     2 units of a fine art

Electives:  units to equal a minimum of 22 units

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS for Admission to a Four Year College

Total:  15 units

English:  4 units

    Grammar, Composition, Literature

Mathematics:  3 units

    Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Math Analysis, Calculus

Laboratory Science:  3 units

    Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or any lab science certified by the school district

History and Citizenship Skills:  2 units

    Including 1 unit of American History, and 1 unit from the subjects of Government, Geography, Economics, Non-Western Culture

Other:  2 units

    Select any of the subjects listed above (English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or lab science certified by the school district, History, Citizenship Skills) or selected from the following:  Computer Science and/or Foreign Language.

Lesser course work in high school may require remediation course work at the college level.