Wednesday, August 23, 2023

The Coke Scholars Application



The Coke Scholars Application is Open
for High School Seniors

Each year, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation awards 150 college scholarships worth $20,000 to high school students across the United States through the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. Students need a 3.0 GPA and to fill out an online application that requires no essays, no recommendations, and no transcripts by October 2, 2023, at 5 p.m. Eastern.


https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/

The Gates Scholarship Application is Open!

 

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.
 
Selected Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance to earn a bachelor’s degree, that is not already covered by other financial aid and the expected family contribution, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university. Costs covered include tuition, fees, books, and room and board, and may include additional personal costs.

TGS also provides Scholars with various online support services designed to help them excel in their degree programs, graduate, and make a successful transition to their chosen careers. These include career services, mentoring, leadership development, wellness, and knowledge building.

Eligibility requirements:
  • A high school senior
  • From at least one of the following ethnicities: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian/Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
  • Pell-eligible
  • A US citizen, national, or permanent resident
  • In a good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.
 
*For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required.
 
An ideal candidate will also have:
  • An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class)
  • Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities)
  • Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.)
Application deadline: Phase I of the application opened July 15, with a submission deadline of Friday, September 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT.
 
For additional information, please visit our website and watch the video below.
 
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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

QuestBridge Natonal College Match

 



The 2023 National College Match application is now open! The deadline is Tuesday, September 26Start your application today >>

The National College Match

Are you a low-income high school senior who has excelled academically, but feels that the nation’s best colleges are financially out of reach? The QuestBridge National College Match can be your pathway to a top college. Through this college and scholarship application process, you can apply for free to the nation’s best colleges and be considered for early admission and a full four-year scholarship.

Why apply through QuestBridge? The National College Match application gives you extra space to tell your unique story as a student who has excelled academically despite financial hardship. Our college partners are actively seeking students like you. If admitted to a college partner through the Match or QuestBridge Regular Decision, you will join a supportive community of thousands of other QuestBridge Scholars currently attending our college partners. Upon graduation, you'll be welcomed into the QuestBridge Alumni Association for continued support, networking, and development opportunities.  

QuestBridge is for students who: 

  • Excel academically by earning primarily A’s in the most challenging courses available and displaying intellectual curiosity and strong writing ability.
  • Come from households earning less than $65,000 annually (for a household of four), with minimal assets, and often qualify for their school's free or reduced-price meals.
  • Exhibit strong character, such as resilience, integrity, and motivation to succeed.

Learn more HERE


Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Class of 2024 Senior Photo Information

 Voyager High School Class of 2024!


Senior Pictures will take place on Thursday, August 17th and Friday, August 18th in classroom D124. Information is attached.
 
-Strawbridge will provide the tux and drape for picture day. 
-females should bring or wear a tank top or any kind of shirt that can go off the shoulders
-males should have a light colored t-shirt to wear under the tux shirt
 -Seniors must sign up for an appointment. Book your appointment here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4BAEAE2FA3FE3-durham31 #Expressions

If you have any questions about Senior pictures, please contact our Customer Service department via the Live Chat at www.strawbridge.net (available 8am to 5pm ET) or by emailing customerservice@strawbridge.net.

Thank You!