TRIO-Gear Up Meeting for Seniors!

Seniors still needing money for college and who are Pell Grant eligibile, should attend this meeting!

Date: Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Location: College & Career Center (2nd floor of the library)

Come to learn about the Gear Up $3000 scholarship and how to renew it up to 4 years. (Total value is $12,000). Do you have any outstanding college fees that will require money out of your own pocket? This scholarship will pay for them up to $3000 per year.

Please RSVP with Amy Alvarez for refreshments.

Senior Grad Stuff

Don't forget! Graduation practice begins at 9:00 am and you have to be at Koch Arena by 8:45 am on Tuesday, May 18th. The longer you take to get the process the right, the more they make us practice, so make sure you are ready to listen and take directions that morning! One step closer to becoming ALUMNI!!!!!

Wendy's High School Heisman

The Wendy's High School Heisman award honors both male and female high school students who excel in academics, athletics and student leadership.

The High School Heisman application is now open to all 2011 graduating seniors. Criteria are must have a "B" average and participate in at least one school-sponsored sport.

To apply, you must have a recommender and their email address. Your application will be sent to your recommender for review prior to officially submitting it to Wendy's Heisman. Applications are online at www.wendysheisman.com and if you have any questions, please either visit the CCC or call Wendy's Heisman at 800-205-6367.

Good Luck!!!!

Senior Signing Celebration

Seniors planning to continue participating in athletics of fine arts activites at the college level are welcome to attend the Spring Senior Signing Celebration on Wednesday, April 28th beginning at 1:45 p.m. in the CCC. Families are welcome to attend as well. Please RSVP to Amy Alvarez by Tuesday, April 27th if you plan to attend to be recognized. Congratuations!

Sagging - Has the Fad Ended

Well, the sagging trend may not have ended in area high schools, but the trend is definitely gone on the typcial college campus.

While visiting a nationally known Big 12 school a few weeks ago, we had quite the time finding anyone on campus following this so called trend...which lends me to believe the thrill is gone for sagging...and it might possibly be connected with maturity. Thought that was intesting and worth sharing. :)

Senior Data Forms

Seniors and early graduates are being asked to complete a Senior Post/Secondary Plan & Scholarship/Awards Survey through their English classes this week. This form allows us to acknowledge your accomplishments and list your scholarships (by name, not dollar amount) in the Convocation Booklet. This also allows us to complete necessary district documentation of awards for our school as a whole.

If you do not receive your form in English this week or you do not have a senior English class, please visit me in the CCC as soon as possible.

Thanks!!!!!

New Scholarships

New scholarships are still arriving on a weekly (sometimes daily) basis. Be sure to stop in to see the latest and greatest.

New this week:
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity - $1000 for any male planning to KU in the fall. Applying or winning the scholarship does not mean you are committed to becoming a member. Application due June 1, 2010.
http://www.kansasdelts.org/scholarship.php

East Wichita Rotary Foundation - $1000, must be a Sedgwick County senior planning to attend a college in Kansas. Paper applications available in the CCC. Application due May 28, 2010.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority - Amount not listed. Paper applications are available in the CCC. Applications due April 30, 2010.

Wichita Wagonmaster's Scholarship

An application is available online at www.wagonmasters.com.

All applications must be typed and postmarked no later than Friday, April 16, 2010. Wichita Wagonmasters offer multiple $2500 scholarships to young adults with priority given to students who have demonstrated a desire and a future of strong civic and social involvement.

Please let me know if you need any help with this!!! They are always looking for good candidates and this is a great LOCAL opportunity to help with college expenses.

2010 Summer ACT Prep

The 2010 Summer ACT Prep Workshops begin June 1st. Southeast will be hosting a morning session from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm on Tuesday, June 1st thru Friday, June 4th. Cost is $10 per session if you are a USD 259 student or $50 if you are an out-of-district student. Pick up your registration forms in the CCC, the guidence center (b-hall offices) or the main office. Other locations, dates and session times are available.
This is a great opportunity for those students planning to test on June 12th. Please contact me with any questions.

Congratulations Football Players!

Congrats to Tyler, Joseph, Jeremiah, Falani and Drew on your signing to play college football today! Southeast is very proud of you all and I am even more proud you are choosing to continue your education at the college level. You have provided an example for others and now you have the opportunity to go even further in life because you chose the college route. I couldn't be prouder and I wish you the best!

NEW! Butler/Bank of America Scholarship

Hispanic graduating seniors have the opportunity to win a $5000 grant through Bank of America to attend Butler Community College! You must have a 2.0 GPA and be a member of the Butler HALO group. If you need more details, please see me asap! All applications are due February 26th and there is a small essay involved, but it is a good prompt and I would be happy to help you with it. Just do it!!!

Senior Scholarships

Seniors we are in the home stretch for scholarship applications. It is still not too late to win many outside scholarships, but the first step to competing is APPLYING! Please see the CCC for what is currently available and if the stairs are too much for you, then see the bulletin board in M-hall for scholarship information or email me. FREE college is the BEST payment plan to have!

Assistance League Scholarship

The Assistance League Scholarship packets are now available in the CCC. This scholarship covers all tuition, fees, books and tool costs at Butler or WATC for those students studying a one year certificate program. Packets are due back to the CCC by Thursday, February 25th and consists of recommendation letters and campus visits, so this is something you will not want to procrastinate on! Please see me ASAP for your packet! This is a great opportunity!!!!

Scholarship $$$ Still Available At WSU

If you missed the November 1st priority deadline for WSU's general scholarships, do not fret...there is still an opportunity for money!!! You need to send in your application for admission, $30 app fee, official high school transcript, ACT scores, activities chart and personal statement to WSU before Feb. 1st, 2010 to be considered for the remaining scholarship dollars. Visit WSU's website for forms to be completed as well as a template for the activities chart.
WSU Scholarship Info
Please let me know if you need any help with any of this process!

Financial Aid Nights

Southeast will host their annual Financial Aid Night tomorrow night at 6 pm in the SE library. This info session will cover the FAFSA and what amounts of funding are available through the U.S. government.

If this date and time does not work for you, other area high schools are also hosting financial aid nights.
Heights High School - Jan. 11th at 6pm
Norht High School - Jan. 21 at 6:30pm

If more are scheduled I will update the blog.

ACT Feb Test Deadline

If you plan to take the February 6th ACT, your registration deadline without a late fee is tomorrow, January 5th! Get on it! You can register the easy way online at www.actstudent.org or by mail with a registration packet (available in the CCC or B2).
The February test is a great test for juniors to take if they have not yet tested. Come see me if you need help with this.

Gates Millennium Scholars Program REMINDER

This is your reminder to get your applications completed for the Gates Scholarship! The deadline is January 11th. Criteria to apply are:
- African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian and Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American;
- Are a citizen/legal permanent resident or nationals of the United States;
- Have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (un-weighted);
- Will be enrolling for the first-time at a U.S. accredited* college or university as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student in the fall of 2010; or GED
- Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular or other activities; and
- Meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria (strong financial need)

If you have questions or need help, please see me immediately! Good luck!