· Megan Lucas Choral Scholarship

HS Senior and member of the OCHS Choir

3.0 GPA or higher

Accepted to an accredited undergraduate institution in Kentucky scheduled with a

minimum of 12 hours of college credit per semester

Essay Questions

Application available in the guidance office.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Imagine-America Scholarship

HS Senior
2.5 GPA or higher
Financial Need
Voluntary Community Service
Typically available for students pursuing post-secondary education at Career Colleges
Award Amount is $1000
Three selected from every high school
Application Deadline: Starting January 1st students may begin applying;
end date for applications is December
APPLICATION ONLINE: www.imagine-america.org

· The Community Foundation of Louisville Scholarship Database
Scholarships available for Oldham County Students include:
100 Black Men of Louisville Scholarship Fund -- $500 and up
Alden Scholarship – up to $2500 per year; planning to study business administration
Artist Bill Fischer Foundation for Working Artists -- $500 and up for medium works of art
Brian Jennemann Memorial Scholarship Fund – up to $1500 per year toward paramedic training
Darcy Blair Memorial Educational Fund – amount to be determined –
for young women pursuing life experience Or extra curricular activities that
exceed normal academics
Denise Fleck Memorial Scholarship Fund -- $500 and up – teen involved in tobacco
use prevention program
Applications online: www.cflouisville.org Click on “Grants and Scholarships”
and search scholarship(s) of interest
APPLCIATION DEADLINE: Deadlines vary but most scholarship deadlines are in March

· The Jamie and Cory Foundation Scholarship
HS Senior Reside within Jefferson County, KY or adjoining County
2.75 GPA minimum
Involvement in community activities, volunteerism, athletics, the arts, extra-curricular
activities and/or work experience
Acceptance to an accredited undergraduate institution taking a minimum of 12 credit
hours per semester
Principal or Counselor Recommendation
Teacher Recommendation
2 Community Recommendations
Current HS Transcript
Essay – 1 page, double spaced describing why you deserve this scholarship.
Explain what sets you apart from everyone else.
Scholarship is renewable
Application may be picked up in the guidance office (Mrs. Steedly)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Kentucky Association of Pupil Transportation (KAPT) Education Scholarship Award Program

HS Senior
Must have a parent/guardian actively employed in the public school pupil transportation field
Gross taxable family income of no more than $55,000 for the past tax year
At least 3.0 GPA
Letter from the parent/guardian’s employer verifying employment in public transportation
Letter from parent/guardian documenting a gross taxable family income
Letter from HS guidance counselor verifying GPA and anticipated graduation from HS
Letter of support from teacher or adult family acquaintance stating why award should be made
to the student
Award of $1000 to 4 students in the state
Based on Scholarship, Leadership, citizenship, Service, Essay (500 Words)
Application: Available in the guidance office or http://www.thekapt.com/
APPLICATION DEADLINE: postmarked or hand delivered by March

· Barbizon Free College Scholarship

Random drawing once a year for a FREE 4-year college scholarship valued up to $100,000
Register online: www.barbizonmodeling.com or call 1-888-999-9404

· Oldham County Dollars for Scholars

HS Senior/Oldham County Resident
Must receive a high school diploma or GED within the scholarship year
GPA 2.0 or greater (depending on the scholarship)
Planning to attend accredited Technical College or University (2yr. or 4 yr.)
One application for the following scholarship opportunities:
Business and Professional Women of Oldham County
Bedford Bank
National City Bank
The Bank – Oldham County
Oldham County Dollars for Scholars
Falvey Commercial Properties Ltd.
LaGrange Rotary (OCHS)
LaGrange Rotary (Career Center)
South Oldham Rotary (SOHS)
South Oldham Lions Club (SOHS)
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Crestwood
City of Crestwood
Pewee Valley Women’s Club
Oldham County Arts Association
Oldham County Physical Therapy
Red Cross – Dr. Charleen McAuliffe Youth Award
Rogers Group/Oldham County Stone
Buckner Elementary – PTA
Liberty Elementary – PTA
Camden Station Elementary – PTA
Centerfield Elementary – PTA
Crestwood Elementary – PTA
Goshen Elementary – PTA
LaGrange Elementary – PTA
North Oldham High School – PTSA
South Oldham High School – PTSA
South Oldham Middle School – PTSA
North Oldham Middle School – PTSA
Application online: www.ocdfs.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March (First Monday in the month of March)

· Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Civil Engineering Scholarship
HS Graduate
Minimum ACT of 24
Planning to attend UK, UL, WKU, KSU, or any KCTCS school
Must pursue a degree in civil engineering
Must agree to work for the KY Transportation Cabinet upon graduation for 1-year for each
year on scholarship
Award: Semester stipends (FR/SO receive $4400 gross pay each semester; JR/SR receive
$4800 gross pay each semester)
Possible Summer Employment
Application: contact the engineering or pre-engineering department of the school you
plan to attend
Visit: www.transportation.ky.gov/scholarship
Jamie Bewley Byrd 502-564-3730 ext.3167 or Jamie.Bewleybyrd@ky.gov
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC) Scholarships
HS Seniors who applied and are planning to attend JCTC
Scholarships include:
The Pat Drago Memorial Scholarship
Dr. and Mrs. Ronald Horvath Tuition Scholarship
Dr. and Mrs. Ronald Horvath Academic Assistance Scholarship
Philip Morris Career Scholarship
KCTC Presidential Scholarship
KCTC Commonwealth Scholarship
John T. Smith Scholarship
The Highland Woman’s Club Endowed Scholarship
Shelby Energy Scholarship
Elizabeth Browning Adams Memorial Scholarship
Industrial Chemical Technology Scholarship
Norton Healthcare Scholarship
Lubrizol Foundation Scholarship
Chase Scholarship
National City Bank Scholarship
PNC Bank Scholarship
Applications online: www.jefferson.kctcs.edu/scholarships or pick up in guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Opal and Kermit Patterson Memorial Endowed Scholarship – EKU
Planning to attend EKU and declare a major in Management, Marketing, or General Business
Amount $1350 per semester (6 scholarships to be awarded)
Renewed annually if student maintains a 3.0 or higher overall GPA
ACT composite of 24 or higher
3.0 GPA high school
Official HS Transcript
3 Letters of Recommendation
Typed letter stating reasons for wanting to attend EKU and Major in Management or
Marketing
Resume detailing Leadership activities, work-related activities, and scholastic honors
Application and brochure may be picked up in the guidance office or found on the
EKU Website
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Kentucky Future Leaders Foundation (formerly A.B. Happy Chandler Foundation) Scholarship
HS Senior
U.S. Citizen/Resident of Kentucky and enrolled in a Kentucky School
Plans to attend a college or university located in Kentucky full time (12+ hours)
Active in Community service and/or school activities and/or employment
Minimum GPA 3.0 or 25+ ACT
2 letters of recommendation
500 – word essay
Planning to attend a Kentucky college/university
$4000 renewable scholarship amount
Application online: www.KyFutureLeaders.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Denny Crum Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
HS Senior or Graduate under age 23
Plans to enroll in a post-secondary accredited degree or certificate program in Greater
Louisville Area
Award based on demonstration of commitment to leadership and community service,
academic achievement, volunteer involvement, and unusual family or personal
circumstances and an applicant appraisal
HS Transcript
Community Service Resume
Guidance Counselor Recommendation Form
Finalists will participate in personal interview in early April
See Mrs. Steedly in Guidance for application information
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· KHSADA, Kentucky High School Coaches Association, and Forcht Group of Kentucky

Academic Athletic Scholarship Awards Program

HS Senior
Based on academic, athletic, school and community involvement
$1000 awarded to a male athlete/$1000 awarded to a female athlete
Applications may be picked up in the guidance office
APPLICATIONS must be submitted to Mrs. Steedly by March

· “Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year”(SAMMY) 2007 Award Program
Award $7,500 scholarship from the Milk Processors Education Program
Based on: Academic Performance, Athletic Excellence, Leadership, Community
Service, and milk experience
Official Rules and Application Online: www.bodybymilk.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· KOHL’S Kids Who Care Scholarship Program

Open to ages 6-18
To Recognize young volunteers for their commitment to Community Service
Awards: 2 winners from each store nationwide will receive a $50 Kohl’s gift
card; 170 Regional winners will receive $1000 scholarship; 10 National
winners will be rewarded with $5000 scholarship as well as a $1000 grant to
his/her charity of choice.
Nominations may be made online: www.kohlscorporation.com
Nominations taken from

· William Tolbert Whittenberg Scholarship

HS Senior
Plans to pursue a professional career in the performing arts
Financial Need
Award Amount: $2000-$5000
Application online: www.fundforthearts.com/grants.php
APPLICATION DUE: All materials must be RECEIVED at the Fund for the Arts
office by 5:00 PM March

· Trent DiGuiro Memorial Scholarship

HS Senior
Has played varsity athletics
Exhibits strong leadership skills
Exhibits strong academic ability
Award Amount $1000
Letter from Coach
250-word Essay
Transcript
Application available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· “Nathan Leach Reach for the Stars” Scholarship

HS Senior
Member of Commonwealth Credit Union or complete an application for membership
Accepted as an incoming freshman at an accredited college/trade school/university
Maximum amount per student is $4000 over a 4-year period
Renewable—must maintain a 2.7 GPA
Two letters of recommendation (School related/Not School related)
Official HS Transcript
Scholarship Application and CCU Application in guidance office
APPLICIATION DEADLINE: March

· Kentucky Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (KBFAA) Youth Scholarship Program
HS Senior
Must be accepted to an accredited college or university
Must have a father, mother or natural guardian who meets following criteria:
Full-time active employee in the state
Parent must be a full-time paid member of the police or sheriff’s department or fire department; may also be a volunteer member of a fire department
Parent or Guardian must be full-time public safety officers (police/fire). Children of
administrative staff do not qualify
Children of DHS, FBI and other federal employees do not qualify
Children of reserve officers, part time sheriffs deputies and retired, deceased or disabled
employees do not qualify
Application with typed Essay
Official Transcript with ACT/SAT scores; Proof of acceptance to a college or university
Letter of Recommendation from HS Counselor or other outside agency verifying extracurricular
activities
May submit application first, followed by other documents but all must be received by the deadline in
order to be considered.
Application available in the guidance office.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: postmarked March

· Collegiate Scholars
HS Senior
2.5+ GPA
Well-rounded students: obstacles overcome; life goals and interests; quality of
character; creative ability; community involvement; forward focus; potential
contribution to improving the human condition
Award Amount $100 – over $1000
Answer 8 questions (achievements, physical activities, clubs/organizations;
honors/awards/distinctions; community involvement/work experience; 3 personal
Statements Typed
Application found in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: submit to Mrs. Steedly by March

· SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes

HS Seniors
15 chances to win $1000 scholarship plus a $250 SunTrust Gift Card
One winner drawn every two weeks from October – May
Apply online: www.offtocollege.info (Beginning September 14th)

· Charles T. Steele Scholarships/Louisville Urban League Guild
HS Senior
Award Amount $1000 (2 scholarships given)
Must have been accepted to and will attend a two or four year
post-secondary institution
3.0 GPA or greater
18 ACT or greater
Financial Need
Two letters of recommendation with one substantiating community service
One wallet-sized photo (non-returnable)
One 300-words or less Essay typed or neatly printed
(Subject: “What does higher education mean to me?”)
Counselor Signature
Application available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Laura Blackburn Memorial Scholarship
HS Senior
Child, grandchild, or great grandchild of a veteran who served in the Armed Forces
during eligibility dates for membership in The American Legion
$1000 Award
Request Application: Michelle Elmore melmore@bardstown.com or 502-549-3631
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Louisville Chapter IAAP Scholarship
HS Seniors
Planning to enroll in business and/or office administration at a Kentucky or Southern
Indiana accredited university, college or business school.
Transcript
Two letters of recommendation (teacher and someone not related)
Application available online: www.iaap-louisville.org or in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· National Foster Parent Association Youth Scholarship Fund
HS Senior
HS Transcript
Documentation of cost from college/university
Wallet Sized Photo
Two letters of recommendation
Type written statement of 300-500 words on:
“Why I want to Further My Education and Why I should be considered
for a National Foster Parent Association Scholarship.”
Summery of Need
Accepted by an accredited college/university (copy of acceptance letter)
National Foster Parent Association Member
Five $1000 scholarships awarded annually
Application available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March
· Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts (KACD) Auxiliary — George Crafton Memorial Scholarship
HS Senior
Planning to attend college and pursue degree in a field of agriculture or conservation of natural resources
HS Transcript
Essay
2 letters of recommendation
$1000 Award
Application available in the guidance office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· Donald T. McClellan Scholarship from the Bluegrass Chapter of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers
HS Senior
Kentucky Resident
2.5 Cumulative GPA or higher
Enrolled in or Entering a HVAC&R program
Award Amount $500
Application: http://bluegrass.ashraeregion7.org/
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March

· US Bank Internet Scholarship Program
HS Senior
30 - $1000 scholarships awarded in a random drawing
No minimum GPA required; No essays
Drawings held October 2008 – March 2009
Apply online: www.usbank.com/studentloans click on “Internet Scholarships”

· Executive Women International Scholarship Program (EWISP)
HS JUNIOR
$1000 Scholarship
Two letters of recommendation
Essay
Official Transcript
Biographical Questionnaire (included in application)
Application: www.ewiconnect.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 26, 2010