SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Gator Club of Jacksonville
Canned Castles (Food Drive Sponsored by Paxon's Hope Ambassadors)
Paxon’s Hope Ambassadors invite you to participate in our “Canned Castles” food drive. The goal of this project is to collect canned goods to donate to those in need. This canned goods collection will be a competition between upperclassmen (grades 11 and 12) and underclassmen (grades 9 and 10). Although other non-perishable food items may be donated, we are looking for canned goods specifically because with them we will hold a competition between the underclassmen and upperclassman to see who can build the best castle with all the items collected. All goods can be dropped off in the labeled bins in front of the media center. The collection will run from March 22 through April 5. So come on now….let’s help out those in need!
PSAS Driver's Education Program
Are you interested in learning how to drive? We are currently opening registration for the Spring Driver Education Program.
Paxon SAS Driver Education Schedule Spring 2023 Dates and times are subject to changed based on the school’s district calendar, weather. Session 3 Dates: April:
Thursday 6th 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 8th 9:00-12:00 noon
Thursday 13th 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 15th 9:00-12:00 noon
Thursday 20th 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 22nd 9:00-12:00 noon
Thursday 27th 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 29th 9:00-12:00 noon
May:
Thursday 4th 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 6th 9:00-12:00 noon
Thursday 11th 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 13th 9:00-12:00 noon
Thursday 18th 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 20th 9:00-12:00 noon
Thursday 25th 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 27th 9:00-12:00 p.m.
To sign-up:
Go to www.duvalschools.reg.eleyo.com/
Complete registration form online
Pay $160 (credit/debit card)
Provide Learners Permit information.
If applicable, not needed to participate in the class.
Each student will need a Learner’s Permit to drive on the range and road.
Students will have an opportunity to take the test during the class.
If you should need additional information, please contact Teresa Smith at smitht2@duvalschools.org.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc in partnership with Alpha Clay Pearls Foundations, Inc.)
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: G.R.I.T. Line Dancers, Inc.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The Citadel Church Jacksonville Scholarship
Candidate Eligibility Criteria
Students must be a senior in Duval County High School or enrolled in college full time or a
member of The Citadel Church.
Students must have maintained a 2.5 or above weighted GPA.
Students must submit two reference letters (non-family members).
Students must submit a typed double-spaced essay with a 500 minimum of no more than 700 words
describing how this scholarship will impact their college career.
Students must pursue higher education at a two-year or four-year institution of higher learning.
Completed applications are due on or before Friday, April 28, 2023 and can be submitted by email or mail. Email your school counselor for an application.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Douglas Anderson #107 Alumni Association, Inc. (Four $1000 Scholarships)
Douglas Anderson #107 Alumni Association, Inc. will award four $1,000.00 scholarships to deserving seniors who will graduate from a Duval County, Florida high school this year and attend an accredited college or university this fall. The Queen Elizabeth Bruton Scholarship for Education will be awarded to a graduating senior who attends a Historically Black College or University. The Sadie Jeffers Memorial Scholarship for the Arts will be awarded to a graduating senior who has matriculated in a program of the Arts. The Nathaniel S. Washington Scholarship for Community Service will be awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated outstanding community service. The Samuel Davis Jr. Scholarship for Leadership will be awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated a history of Leadership. The members of the Scholarship Committee are soliciting your help in identifying students who qualify.
The selection of recipients will be based on the following criteria:
A required cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 weighted or 3.0 un-weighted and a combined SAT score of 1000 or above or an ACT composite of 22 or above.
Two references: Teacher and Community Member (Both reference letters must each be submitted in a separate sealed envelope and submitted along with the scholarship application).
A well-written formal letter from the applicant which clearly and completely details his or her educational goals.
Must be a relative of a graduate of Douglas Anderson #107 High School who attended prior to 1969. Relative’s name must be included in designated space on the application form.
The deadline for submitting all information is April 18, 2023 Information received after April 18, 2023 will disqualify the student. An official transcript must accompany each application. The student must send all information to:
Douglas Anderson #107 Alumni Association, Inc.
Attention: Mrs. Alfredia T. Lyons
Post Office Box 5583
Jacksonville, Florida 32247-5583
Scholarship applications will be posted on the Paxon School Counseling Team or email your school counselor.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: For Graduating Seniors (through Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.)
Apply to the College of Coastal Georgia.....for FREE (No Test Scores Required)
FREE APPLICATION MONTH-MARCH March is our FREE Application Month. Students can submit an application at no cost with our fee waiver code MARCHMADNESS2023. In case you are able to help spread the word, I am including a social media graphic here. I am also including a flyer here for you to distribute to interested students.
NO TEST SCORES REQUIRED In order to be accepted, students must submit an application for admission and a high school transcript. The College of Coastal Georgia does not require SAT or ACT scores for the purpose of admissions. We are continuing to utilize the high school GPA in order to evaluate a student's application. Yes, we are a public institution and a member of the University System of Georgia. For more information on our requirements, visit www.ccga.edu/admissions. VISITING COASTAL GEORGIA
Coastal Georgia offers a variety of ways for your students to visit campus. Students can register for information sessions and daily campus tours at www.ccga.edu/visit.
There is still time to apply for Fall 2023 (for questions, contact the Admissions Counselor below).
Apply for Free to South Georgia State College
South Georgia State College is waiving its Admissions Application Fee starting March 1, 2023, until March 31, 2023.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: S.T.E.A.M. Essay Contest (for high school juniors and seniors)
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: CGCS-Bernard Harris Scholarship Program
High School 9:12 LandSouth Construction Scholarships
High School 9:12 has partnered with LandSouth Construction to provide eight high school seniors with a $2,500 scholarship. The deadline is April 28th.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The Florida Striders Track Club (5 - $1,000 Scholarships will be awarded)
This year, five (5) $1,000 college scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who live in Northeast Florida. The scholarship application is available at: www.floridastriders.com
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a resident of Northeast Florida for the past two years.
- Must be a graduating high school senior.
- Must be a runner or active in track and field events.
- ENTRY DEADLINE: Applications must be postmarked by March 31, 2023.
- Please be advised that NCAA regulations may prohibit you from accepting this scholarship if you attend college/university on an athletic scholarship.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: J White Scholarship (Up to 4 $1000 scholarships)
The purpose of the J White Scholarship is to provide college scholarship awards to students who have shown a career interest in Finance, Accounting or Business. Students will be matched to the scholarship award most appropriate for their area of study.
Eligibility
Applicants must be high school senior students planning to attend a 4-year accredited college or university.
Applicants must be majoring in a field of Finance, Accounting or Business
Applicants must have at least two (2) letters of recommendation
Applicants must provide a copy of high school transcripts or recent report cards. The J White Scholarship Awards are awarded without regard to race, sex, religion, age, national origin or sexual orientation. J White will not award scholarships to applicants who are not qualified and reserves the right not to award a scholarship in a given year.
(See your school counselor for an application)
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: WESTSIDE BUSINESS LEADERS ASSOCIATION
ANNUAL PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
ELIGIBLITY CRITERIA
Attends any of the Westside public or private High Schools OR is a high school senior and immediate family member or lineal descendant of a member (child, grandchild or great grandchild)
Meets high school graduation requirements with a 2.0 – 3.0 unweighted “GPA” as documented on an official sealed high school transcript for the first semester of school
May or may not qualify for a Bright Futures Scholarship
Receives high school diploma from a fully accredited public or private school
Seeks to enroll in a certificate or degree-seeking program at a program at a public university, state college, community college, area vocational center, or accredited private university, state college, community college, area vocational center, or accredited private post-secondary vocational, technical, trade or business school
Demonstrates financial need
Demonstrates basic mastery of basic skills in reading, writing and computation as evidenced by an official high school transcript
Demonstrates vocational competency related to job preparatory to job program as evidenced by an official high school transcript for the first semester of school
Submits application postmarked no later than April 1st deadline to:
Attention: Scholarship Committee
Westside Business Leaders Association
10250 Normandy Blvd. Unit 701, Jacksonville, FL 32222
The award will be a one time $1,000.00 scholarship. Renewable application will be considered on a funds available basis.
Email your school counselor for an application or visit the 'Scholarships & Financial Aid' channel of Paxon's School Counseling Team.
Free College Admissions Workshops Coming Soon!!
SACAC will be hosting a FREE workshop for school counselors, students, and their families on Saturday, April 22nd at the Schultz Center. Please save the date and plan to attend as you prepare for your journey to college.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: 2023 CGCS-Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship
The Council of the Great City Schools is partnering with Dr. Bernard Harris to offer the CGCS-Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarships Program for high school seniors who are planning to major in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Named after former astronaut, physician and businessman Bernard Harris, who was the first African American to walk in space, the scholarships are available to 2023 graduating seniors in urban school districts represented by the Council. Four $5,000 scholarships for two males and two females each will be awarded to two African American and two Hispanic seniors pursuing studies in STEM-related fields in college next fall. To apply for the 2023 scholarship, the application must be submitted online by April 10, 2023.
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