1). SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Scholarship Information for Immigrant Youth
We are TheDream.US, the nation’s largest Scholarship program for immigrant youth. On November 1, we opened our 2022-23 Scholarship Programs for Undocumented students who have DACA, TPS, or who arrived in the country before November 1, 2016, came to the US before the age of 16, and otherwise meet the DACA eligibility criteria.
TheDream.US offers two types of scholarships depending on where the applicant lives. For your state, they can apply to the National Scholarship.
The National Scholarship is for first-time college students or community college graduates to attend a Partner College in their state. The National Scholarship is for tuition and fees up to $16,500 for an associate’s degree and $33,000 for a bachelor’s degree. The deadline for applications is February 28, 2022.
We are committed to ensuring that undocumented students have the opportunity of a college education and meaningful careers that will enable them to contribute to their communities and our country.
On November 17, we are hosting an information session for folks to Get to Know the National Scholarship program. The presentation will be in English (3 pm ET) and then in Spanish (4 pm ET).
2). SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
This year the WTS Northeast Florida Chapter is pleased to offer a total of five local scholarships as well as six scholarship nominations to WTS International for qualifying female students. The local scholarships include:
The Transportation YOU High School Scholarship (click to download application) WTS Northeast Florida will award up to $1,000 in scholarships to Northeast Florida student(s) and one application will also be submitted to WTS International to potentially win another $2,500 Transportation YOU scholarship from WTS International Foundation.
WTS Junior College/Trade School Scholarship (click to download application) WTS Northeast Florida will award up to $1,000 in scholarships to a Northeast Florida student(s) and one application will be submitted to WTS International to potentially win another $2,500 Junior College/Trade School scholarship from WTS International Foundation.
Sharon D. Banks Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship (click to download application) WTS Northeast Florida will award up to $1,000 in scholarships to a Northeast Florida student(s) and one application will be submitted to WTS International to potentially win a $5,000 Sharon D. Banks Memorial Undergraduate scholarship from WTS International Foundation.
Molitoris Leadership Scholarship for Undergraduates (click to download application) WTS Northeast Florida will award up to $1,000 in scholarships to a Northeast Florida student(s) and one application will be submitted to WTS International to potentially win a $5,000 Molitoris scholarship from WTS International Foundation.
Helene M. Overly Memorial Graduate Scholarship (click to download application) WTS Northeast Florida will award up to $1,000 in scholarships to a Northeast Florida student(s) and one application will be submitted to WTS International to potentially win a $10,000 Helene M. Overly Memorial scholarship from WTS International Foundation.
Additionally, the Chapter will nominate an applicant for the WTS International Foundation $5,000 Paula Hammond Leadership Legacy Graduate Scholarship (click to download application).
The general criteria for each of the scholarships listed above include:
Open to women
GPA of 3.0 or higher
Enrolled in a Northeast Florida1 degree program in a transportation-related field
Plan to pursue a career in transportation
All scholarship winners will also receive a complimentary WTS student membership and all
associated benefits including discount pricing to our monthly inspiring programs and behind the scenes tours.
Scholarship applications are due by December 13, 2021. Applicants may apply to more than one scholarship if they qualify. The specific award criteria are included in each application. More information is also available on our website at the following link.
3). APPRENTICESHIP VIRTUAL INFO SESSION & JOB FAIR
November 15 – 21 is National Apprenticeship Week. Please check out the following virtual programs:
Some programs currently registered to attend are Fire & Rescue, Corrections, Skilled Trades, IT, and the Fleet Readiness Command apprenticeship at NAS Jax.
If students want to learn more about apprenticeship, they can also review the website below and fill out the form in order to be contacted: https://careersourcenortheastflorida.com/apprenticeships/
4). Interior Design Summer Workshop
5). Carnegie Mellon's Summer Pre-College Programs
For over 100 years, Carnegie Mellon has offered students unique and hands-on educational programs from the fine arts to technology and everything in between. Through Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Programs, rising juniors and seniors in high school have the opportunity to experience a world-class education on a beautiful, vibrant college campus. These programs prepare students for their upcoming college experience, help them narrow their career focus, and build critical knowledge and skills. Pre-College. To learn more about these programs and for more information, please register for one of Carnegie Mellon's online information sessions. Additionally, you may access the online application here.
6). SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Ark Behavioral Health Scholarship
Ark Behavioral Health is giving away a scholarship of $1,000 to help pay for books, tuition, or daily expenses. We’re asking students to answer the question “How Did Coronavirus Change the Way You Think of Mental Health?” in 600-800 words.
To deadline to apply is Dec. 31, 2021.
To learn more, please visit: https://www.arkbh.com/scholarship/
7). SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: College Board Opportunity Scholarships
College Board Opportunity Scholarships allow students to earn scholarship money by completing key steps in the academic journey. Students can complete 6 college planning steps for a chance to receive $500 for each completion. Some steps include completing the FAFSA, searching for scholarships, and applying to colleges.
With this, students have the chance to earn money for actions they are already taking! For eligibility information and more details, visit College Board's FAQ page.
8). SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: United States JCI Senate Foundation Scholarship Application
Each year (April) $1,000 grants will be awarded to graduating high school seniors in the United States, who plan to continue their education at accredited post-secondary colleges, universities or vocational schools. The number of grants awarded annually will be at the discretion of the United States JCI Senate Foundation. The monies must be used for educational expenses in the first year of full-time study. Checks awarded will be made out in the name of the recipient and the educational institution of their choice. Applications must be postmarked by Jan. 14, 2022. Email your school counselor to receive an application to apply.
9). Seal of Biliteracy Reminders and Test Opportunity
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