Independent Connecticut Petroleum Association Education Foundation (ICPA)
Eugene M. Mangini HVAC Scholarship
Deadline: June 1
(On-Line Application)

The Eugene M. Mangini HVAC Scholarship is the creation of the Independent Connecticut Petroleum Association Education Foundation, a non-profit 501 [c] [3] educational vocational technical school certified by the State of Connecticut's Board of Higher Education.

Independent Connecticut Petroleum Association Education Foundation, Inc. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the Foundation. The Foundation shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and other school-administered programs.

Eligibility for the scholarship is based on only those who are about to graduate from high school or those who have graduated from high school within the previous 90 days.
Scholarship applications are reviewed by the ITEC School Advisory Board [SAB].

Scholarship applications, whether this online version or the brochure version, must be completed in full and then the applicant must attach his or her high school transcript so that the SAB may review the applicant's academic performance as well as the information required in the application.

The ITEC SAB will make determinations of eligibility and criteria each quarter and decide how many, if any, scholarships will be awarded during that quarter. Successful applicants will be notified by email and regular mail if they have been selected for the scholarship.

If the student applicant declines the scholarship the offer of the scholarship is revoked.
The Eugene M. Mangini HVAC Scholarship is for 50% of the cost of tuition and books to attend the ITEC B-license program on a full-time basis.

Deadline for submission of scholarship applications is June 1

Katherine Lennon | ITEC Business Development | kate@icpa.org
10 Alcap Ridge | Cromwell , CT 06416 | 860-613-2041

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Programs
Students may apply beginning June 1 - October 15,

Founded in 1947, the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans continues to fulfill its mission of honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals in our society who have succeeded in spite of adversity and of encouraging young people to pursue their dreams through higher education.

The Association brings the “Horatio Alger Heroes” of today together with those of tomorrow by bestowing the Horatio Alger Award each year and by awarding more than $5 million annually in college scholarships to young people. Horatio Alger Scholars have faced challenges and realize that a college education is the avenue to a better future. The Association also provides its scholarship recipients with financial aid counseling, and internship and job placement assistance.

Horatio Alger National Scholarship

100 $10,000 Scholarships Awarded
Funded through the generosity of the Members of the Association

As one of the nation's largest college financial aid programs in the country, the Horatio Alger National Scholarship Program is the only major scholarship effort that specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. While many aid programs are directed primarily to recognizing academic achievement or leadership potential, the Horatio Alger program also seeks students who have a commitment to use their college degrees in service to others.

The National Scholarship Program is awarded to eligible students in all fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. National Scholars receive an all expenses paid trip to Washington D.C. during the Spring of their senior year to participate in the National Scholars Conference.

Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger National Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• be enrolled full time as a high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation, and planning to enter college no later than the Fall following graduation;
• have a strong commitment to pursue a bachelor's degree at an accredited institution (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution);
• critical financial need ($50,000 or less adjusted gross income per family is preferred, if higher explanation must be provided);
• involvement in co-curricular and community activities;
• demonstrate academic achievement (minimum grade point average of 2.0); and
• be a citizen of the United States or be in the process of becoming a U.S. citizen.
  

Horatio Alger National Scholarship Finalist Program

150 $1,000 Scholarships Awarded
Funded through the generosity of the Members of the Association

The Horatio Alger National Scholarship Finalist Program provides financial assistance to students who have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity and who aspire to pursue higher education.

The National Scholarship Finalist Program annually awards 150 college scholarships of $1,000 to eligible students in those states where the Association does not offer a state scholarship program.

Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger National Scholarship Finalist Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• be enrolled full time as a high school senior, progressing normally toward graduation, and planning to enter college no later than the Fall following graduation;
• have a strong commitment to pursue a bachelor's degree at an accredited institution (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution);
• critical financial need ($50,000 or less adjusted gross income per family is preferred, if higher explanation must be provided);
• involvement in co-curricular and community activities;
• demonstrate academic achievement (minimum grade point average of 2.0); and
• be a citizen of the United States or be in the process of becoming a U.S. citizen.

The Horatio Alger Association is wholly funded by private sector support. The Association’s federal tax identification number is 13-1669975.

Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc.
99 Canal Center Plaza
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
(703) 684-9444 | Fax (703) 548-3822

Miss Connecticut USA
Miss Connecticut Teen USA
Deadline: June 1st, Annually

$1,900 will be awarded to the New Miss CT Teen USA!
the 2010 Miss CT Teen USA pageant will be held at the Marriott Hotel and Resort in Farmington, on November 28 & 29, 2009.

Contestants must be single, (never married nor have given birth to a child,) a United States citizen and at least a six-month resident of Connecticut. They also must be at least 14 years of age and under 19 years of age to qualify.

Additional Information and application visit:
http://www.missconnecticutusa.com/applytoday.html
Email: info@clementeproductions.com
Questions: Michelle Spindler, Assistant director - 781-321-3500
110 Florence Street, Suite 203, Malden, MA 02148

The New London NAACP Scholarship
Deadline: June 1, 2005 (as of 4/29/09 have not received and update)

The New London Branch of the NAACP is in the process of selecting candidates for scholarships. The scholarship is based on the student’s scholastic ability, intellectual potential and personal integrity. The applicants are not required to demonstrate a financial need or specify other sources of financial aid.

The $250.00 college scholarships will be presented at their annual Freedom Fund Banquet on June 24, 2005, at the Groton Inn and Suites, Groton, CT.

All Applicants must submit a 250-word essay on one of the topics listed.

The completed essay must be sent to the Shirley J. Gillis, President, NAACP, PO Box 987, New London, CT 06320 and postmarked by June 1, 2005. It is very important that candidates include the topic, title, their name, school, address and telephone number. Winners will be notified by June 10, 2005.

List of Essay Topics:
Choose one of the following topics to base your essay on. Include the topic title in your header.

1. What does the NAACP Mean to you, and how will you participate in this organization in the future?
2. If you were President of this country, how would you delete racism? What ways would you develop equality for minorities in America?
3. How would you improve education at your high school, academically and socially?
4. In the field of study that you will undertake, how will you help your community, your people and your country?

Jointly sponsored by The American Legion Department of Connecticut and the State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety, Division of State Police, the program is a law enforcement symposium for high school students completing their junior year in 2009 and who are interested in pursuing a career in Law Enforcement.

In addition to providing insight into the expectations, duties and training required of police officers, the program teaches life-skills such as how to establish and attain realistic goals and how to make good decisions.

This week at the academy is a rigorous one with many physical demands. Students need to be in good physical condition to participate in this program.

If you have any questions please contact:
Local post of The American Legion, or the Department Treasurer,
PO Box 290167, Wethersfield, CT 06129-0167 - Phone: 860-296-0719

Submit Application packet to:
The American Legion Department of Connecticut
ATTN: SPYW
PO Box 290167
Wethersfield, CT 06129-0167

Applications are available in the Career Resource Center (room 309).
There is a $125.00 Registration fee due no later than June 12, 2009

The Thomas P. Quinn Scholarship Fund
Deadline: June 15, Annually

Awards can be in the range of $2,000 - $4, 000. Please don't hesitate to apply.

1. Awards are made to any resident of New London County who will be attending a four year college in the next academic year.
   
2. The deadline for filing the application is June 15 for an award covering the academic year beginning the following September. Applications MUST be mailed on or before the deadline and MUST be POSTMARKED by the deadline date.
   
3. You must request your high school to mail a transcript of your record, including class standing, and a complete report of College Board Test scores (Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and Achievement Test) to the Trustee. Also, if you are at a higher level, please have an official college transcript sent to the Trustee. The preferred transcript is for a full year; however, if not available until after June 15th, request a transcript for grades to date. Unless prior arrangements are made with the Trustee, any applications without an official transcript, as of June 15th, will be considered in incomplete.
   
4. The student must keep the Trustee informed of his/her address at all times.
   
5. Each application will be reviewed on the basis of academics, recommendations and extra-curricular activities.
   
6. Four written references are required only with the initial application; none required for repeat applications. All correspondence, references, official transcripts, and application should be sent to The Thomas P. Quinn Scholarship Fund.
   • A personal statement expressing your personal and professional goals and your assessment of the ways in which your high school, college, and community experience have played or will play a role in achieving those goals.

Download Application in Microsoft Word

Mail completed applications to:

Bank of America, Trustee
Carmen Britt
777 Main Street CT2-102-22-02
Hartford, CT  06115
Questions regarding Scholarship Application, contact:
Carmen Britt at 860-952-7392 or Brenda Betancourt at 860-952-7387
e-mail: brenda.i.betancourt@bankofamerica.com

United States Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT
MITE SUMMER PROGRAM

Is looking for college-bound juniors who are interested in attending an all expense one-week summer program here at the Coast Guard Academy. The program will introduce students to not only life as a cadet here at the Academy, but also the Coast Guard, and all our technical majors. They'll also have the opportunity to participate in some engineering projects throughout the week.

We are looking for juniors who have scored a minimum of 50 on both their Math and Verbal of their PSAT. Additionally, we will need the students to fill out the application found at:
http://www.cga.edu/admissions/summerprogramsforjuniors/mite.htm, as well as a transcript, PSAT or SAT scores, resume of activities, and a letter of recommendation. Due to time constraints, for the letter of recommendation, if you have more than one student who is interested in applying, you can attach one recommendation for all the students with your endorsement.

Interested students must have completed packages to in no later than June 15, to have them reviewed by the board and a decision back to them as soon as possible. Packages can be sent or dropped off Lt. Elaine L. Fitzgerald at the Admissions Office of the Coast Guard Academy.
LT Elaine L. Fitzgerald, Director of Marketing (tm)
US Coast Guard Academy Admissions Office
31 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT 06320
tel: (860) 701 6782 fax: (860) 701 6700

Maine Maritime Academy
Continuing & Distance Education Department
Summer Sea Session

This is a five-day experience in coastal oceanography and marine biology. The schedule for each five-day program emphasizes coastal oceanography and marine biology and includes labs, lectures and field trips aboard Academy-owned vessels.

Students will be introduced to principles of biology, chemistry, geology and physics as they relate to the marine environment.

This program is designed for high school students who have completed at least one year of high school, have an interest in working on the ocean or in marine science as a career choice and have at least a “B” (3.0 or 80%) overall average.

A certificate will be awarded to those completing the program.
Total program cost is $500, including tuition, room and board. Return application with $150 registration deposit as soon as possible.
Additional information: call 207-326-2211 – eemail: vstearns@mma.edu - website: www.mainemaritime.edu

Maine Maritime Academy
Continuing & Distance Education Department
Boating on the Coast of Maine

This program is a five-day experience in nautical science that is intended for students who have completed at least one year of high school but have not yet graduated. The schedule for the five-day program includes classroom and field instruction in introductory navigation, seamanship, basic boating safety, meteorology, sailing and power boating.

It is an intensive program for students who have an interest in nautical activities, and students should expect to spend up to 14 hours per day in program activities. A Certificate will be awarded to those completing the program.
The cost of the program is $500 (includes tuition, room and board). Admission is on a rolling basis, so return application as soon as possible with $150 registration fee. Questions contact: 207-326-2236. by email: vstearns@mma.edu - website: www.mainemaritime.edu

Smith College
Nurturing the Scientist Within the Girl
Summer Science & Engineering Program for High School Girls

 This is a four-week residential program for exceptional young women with strong interests in science, engineering and medicine.  Each summer, select high school students from across the country and abroad come to Smith College to do Hands-on research with Smith faculty in the life and physical sciences and in engineering.

Girls who will be in high school (grades 9-12) in fall are eligible to apply for the summer program.  For a brochure, application and financial aid information, contact:
 Smith Summer Science and Engineering Program
 Clark Science Center, Smith College
 Northampton, MA 01063
 (413) 585-3060, Fax: (413) 585-3068
 E-mail: gscordil@smith.edu

University of Connecticut
Delta Gamma Chapter of
Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity
Triangle Achievement Awards
Deadline: June 30, 2008

The Delta Gamma Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity proudly announces its second annual Triangle Achievement Awards. Tau Kappa Epsilon, founded in 1899, is the largest and most successful International Social Fraternity. Tau Kappa Epsilon at the University of Connecticut is one of the fastest growing fraternities on campus.

There will be scholarships awarded to male high school seniors who plan to attend
The University of Connecticut-Storrs in the Fall of 2008.
The awards include two (2) $1,000 scholarships.

Tau Kappa Epsilon will judge entries without regard to race, creed, or national origin. The Triangle Achievement candidates will be evaluated upon three criteria: academic success, extracurricular involvement, and leadership. These areas make up the foundation of our fraternity's tradition.

The application and 350 word essay describing your initial reaction to UCONN and why you chose to attend UCONN, must be postmarked no later than June 30, 2008.

Mail completed applications to:
Tau Kappa Epsilon, Attn: Todd Sullivan, 2110 Hillside Road, Unit 3008F, Storrs, CT 06269

For further information please visit: http://www.uconntke.org/contact.html

Web Page: http://www.uconntke.org/triaward.html
Application: http://www.uconntke.org/documents/scholapp.doc

Attention Juniors
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund
Greater New London County
Deadline: June 30, Annually

We are very pleased to announce that The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Trust Fund will again award scholarships to deserving high school seniors who will graduate in 2010.

The scholarships are earmarked for students of color, preferably African-Americans, who reside in and attend schools in New London County and who will pursue a post secondary level education.

The scholarship is open to juniors in high school whose year of graduation is 2010.

This scholarship is an annual award in the amount of $20,000, and the number of scholarships granted yearly is determined by its board of trustees.

All Southeastern Connecticut African-American students who are in their junior year of high school are eligible to apply. The students must exemplify Dr. King's spirit by living their lives in pursuit of Dr. King's goals.

The qualifications are:

o Achievement in the community
o Academics
o Citizenship
o written response to an essay question
o and the need for financial assistance.

ESSAY:

Dr. King contributed to American social justice more than any other individual in the Twentieth Century. How did Dr. King's contributions affect your life in terms of the ways in which you will contribute to the realization of his dream?

RUBRIC:

Select only one of the following topics listed below that you find to be the most significant contribution made by Dr. King. In your own words, explain how you will use your education to further Dr. King's Dream in that area that you identify below.

1. Racial Equality
2. social Economics
3. Racial and Social Empowerment
4. Non-Violent Education

Limit your essay to 1 page, double spaced.

Finalists for the scholarship award are asked to undergo a personal interview.
Questions/applications can be addressed to:

The Dr. Martin Luther King , Jr. Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund
Greater New London County
P.O. Box 1308, New London, CT 06320
For questions contact: Dr. James Mitchell
860-333-4666 | jamesmitchell2242@sbcglobal.net
www.mlktrustfund.org | application: http://mlktrustfund.org/application.html

NEW ENGLAND NEWSPAPER ADVERTISING EXECUTIVES ASSOCIATION
NELSON A. DEMERS, GEORGE F. WHITE & FRANK STANDLEY SCHOLARSHIPS
Deadline: June 30, 2009

High school seniors, college or graduate students who have an immediate or retired member of their family working for a New England Newspaper Advertising Executives Association member newspaper (parent, aunt, uncle, sibling, grandparent, spouse, current employees) may apply for the NENAEA scholarships.

Applications for the NENAEA/Nelson A. Demers, George F. White and Frank Standley scholarships are available from the advertising director at member newspapers and may also be printed from this site. (http://nenews.org/)

There will be three $2,000 scholarships awarded. Applications must be postmarked no later than June 30. The winners of the scholarships will be notified by Aug. 1 and announced in October at the NENAEA Fall Convention.
Past recipients of this scholarship have met the very highest standards of excellence. There is no restriction on college major.

Please note that there are several required documents that all applicants must submit for their application to be processed. Failure to include any document automatically disqualifies the applicant.

Mail completed applications to:
New England Newspaper Association
70 Washington St., Salem, MA 01970
Telephone: 978-744-8940 - Fax: 978-744-0333
Web page: http://www.nenews.org/ E-mail: NENA@nenews.org
On-Line Application: http://nenadev.sprintout.com/static/story_images/1234294220.pdf