Scholarships and Things to Do Bulletin – FEBRUARY 2018

FREE TAX HELP – Go to www.youclaimit.org/ for list of sites + SAINT PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARIES→ http://www.sppl.org/tax - click for dates, times, and locations http://www.sppl.org/tax/what-to-bring - click for list of What-To-Bring

SENIORS – YOU MUST MEET the PRIORITY FAFSA DEADLINE of your school to get the MOST $$ MONEY for next year!

FYI - U of M-Twin Cities Priority FAFSA Deadline = March 1.

SENIORS + PSEO! ACCUPLACER TESTING –from 8am until done. Friday, March 16, with Saint Paul College (Math, Reading only) You must apply to Saint Paul College 1st. Scores can be sent anywhere. www.saintpaul.edu FREE PRACTICE – Visit CCC www.accuplacer.org

JUNIORS. Plan to take the A.C.T. in April or June. Register now. Sites fill up quickly. OWL: 242-316. If you qualify for free or reduced lunch, fee waivers are available in CCC. You get two total if qualify. Deadline for the April 14 test is March 9. Deadline for June 9 test is May 4. www.actstudent.org This is a NATIONAL test administration & is on a SATURDAY. Testing starts at 8:00am SHARP! Get their ACT Online Test Prep for FREE if registering online using a fee waiver! ☺ REMINDER SCHOOLS THAT REQUIRE YOU TO SEND YOUR SCORE DIRECTLY FROM ACT, Inc. → Augsburg University, Winona State University, Univ. of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

GREAT homework help! at local Saint Paul libraries! Online and In Person! http://www.sppl.org/services YouTube videos on math, science, economics & much, much more! – www.khanacademy.org Vocabulary building → www.vocabsushi.com – grade level and ACT or SAT, etc. Grammar building → www.chompchomp.com – Take new quizzes!

THINGS TO DO SCHOOL YEAR + This SUMMER! Great list of camps, jobs, & other great career exploration in the Twin Cities! → www.iseek.org/education/steer-career.html

→ http://SprocketsSaintPaul.org

Sprockets = database of after-school & summer programs for kids, teens & youth! COMMUNITY EVENTS

SUMMER FUN FAIR Minnesota Parent Camp Fair = 10am – 2pm at the Como Zoo → Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 Speak face to face with dozens of camp instructors/learn more about summer camps for kids. FREE entertainment, admission, and parking! http://www.minnesotaparent.com/campfair

COLLEGE and CAREER EXPLORATION:

THINKING COLLEGE EARLY FAIR + Technical and Trades, PSEO, 2-year and 4-year colleges (HBCU, too!), breakout sessions, and more! For: Students in Grades 6-12 and their families. ON Saturday, Feb. 24 from 10:30am – 1:30pm at HARDING HS FREE! www.spps.org

FAMILY STEM FUN

Tech Fest – A Family Engineering & Technology STEM Fair Saturday, February 24, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Pre-registered admission is $9, available through 2/23. Admission is $12 at door. Free for members. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dozens of hands-on activities led by scientists, engineers, & educators. Held at The Works Museum, 9740 Grand Ave South, Bloomington, MN. http://theworks.org PLUS CAMPS - school break, SUMMER, pre-K, Next Gen engineers. Ideal for girls and boys ages 5-12. PLUS Science Museum of Minnesota – Classes & Camps for Ages 3-16. https://www.smm.org/classes Scholarships for 85%, and Scholarships for 50% off. Science, Computers, Intro to Carpentry, etc.!

Saint Paul Public Library – Academic year CAMPS for ages 8-12. https://www.sppl.org/camp

St. Paul Libraries Events and Classes Jan./Feb. - http://library.booksite.com/7171/nl/?list=CNL1

SPRING CAREER EXPLORATION for YOUTH EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS!

Outdoor Career Academy – for Twin Cities metro area youth Ages 16-21. OUTDOOR CAREER TRAINING over SPRING BREAK. FREE! April 2-5. Learn outdoor survival, leadership and paddling skills, Get outdoors and connect with new people, Meet local outdoor professionals with potential for JOB PLACEMENT. Earn a Leave No Trace certification, Receive First Aid & CPR training, Gain necessary skills and credentials to prepare for success in future jobs, Receive mentoring, career coaching, and networking opportunities. ?s – [email protected] or call 612-676-9413. www.wildernessinquiry.org/programs/outdoor-career-academy Open until FULL!

Twin Cities Legacy Camp – presented by The Natural Leaders Network. For Ages 16-22. FREE! + Free transportation, food and lodging. Held at Camp St. Croix, only 17 miles away from Saint Paul. Leadership skills, Community Organizing, Personalized Action Plan, OUTDOOR Experiences, Opportunity for PAID INTERNSHIPS. Dates: Friday, April 27 – Sunday, April 29. $500 stipends available to complete community action projects. Recommendation letter required. Resume must be uploaded. https://www.childrenandnature.org/initiatives/natural-leaders/ on Lower Right. Acceptance decisions will be made later. ?s - [email protected] Open until FULL! Apply! JOBS

www.indeed.com create a keyword (sales associate, cashier, etc) + zip code, www.iseek.org/jobs/index.html AND www.minnesotaworks.net AND www.jobconnectmn.com → JOBS, FREE TRAINING, JOB & CAREER FAIRS http://jobconnectmn.com/newletters/ weekly POWER EMAIL for Jobs/Hiring Events

COMO TOWN Annual JOB FAIRS – Zabota Café in the Como Park Zoo & Cons. Visitor Center Ages 16 +, Rider Operators: Ages 18+, Musicians and Actors, Caricature Artists, Guest Services, Ticket and Retail Sales, Kitchen Staff, Catering, etc. March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 4-6pm. Jobs start April 21. www.comotown.com/jobs-at-como-town/ Download the Como Town Employment Application. PRINT NEATLY! ADD RESUME if you have one! Send applications to: Como Town c/o Employment 1255 Kaufman Drive, St. Paul MN 55103

Urban Roots offers youth ages 14 (as of June 19) - 21 who live or go to school on the East Side of Saint Paul (East of 35-E, North of the Mississippi River) a $9.50/hour paid internships in our three program areas: Market Garden, Conservation and Cook Fresh. Work 8-10 hours a week starting June 19 and participate in career training. Must qualify for free or reduced price lunch. Due: Feb. 28. Apply HERE → http://urbanrootsmn.org/youthjobs/ and ALSO → http://RightTrack.StPaul.Gov

City of St. Paul’s RIGHT TRACK Summer JOBS

For: Ages 14 (by June 11)-21 who qualify (low-income or barrier to employment, + resident of Saint Paul). Most jobs: June 19-August 18. $9.65 - $15.00 per hour! YJ01 – work 15 hours/week (MUST BE age 14 by June 11) YJ02 – work 15-40 hrs/week (MUST BE age 16 by April 1) (BUS CARD for YJO2 jobs ONLY) VARIOUS YJPro Internships NO resume required for Level 1, RESUME REQUIRED for Level 2 and Pro. Applications ONLINE ONLY! Go to http://RightTrack.stpaul.gov ACT FAST! DEADLINE: 11:59pm Feb. 28.

POSITIONS at: Rec. centers, Libraries, Swimming pools, + Gardening, Cooking, Outdoor landscaping, Eco-Rangers, Construction training, Video Production, + Office work at famous companies, and more! + PAID TRAINING! ☺

GenesysWorks Young Professional – JUNIORS! Jobs next year! Includes 8-week PAID Summer Training leading to a Technical/Computer Job senior year Email [email protected] ?s – Call #651-789-0088 8 weeks of summer training in Information Technology and professional skills, team building with other Genesys workers, then a PAID, IT INTERNSHIP (provide own transportation or take the bus) at places like 3M, Bremer Bank, and others. Work 1-5pm or in the morning SENIOR YEAR. Build a strong resume, Prepare for college, and more! Apply Now at http://www.genesysworks.org/twincities/Students/ ?s – See Amy in CCC. Due: March 1, 2018. Training = Late June – Early August EITHER from 8am – noon OR from 1pm – 5pm. RECEIVE College and Scholarship Application Guidance! + Be eligible to apply for $20,000 Dell Scholarship! Conservation Corps – YOUTH OUTDOORS = SPRING JOBS currently open to Saint Paul, Ramsey County and Minneapolis high school students, ages 15 to 18 (on program state date), from households at or below 80 percent of the city’s median income. To join the Corps, you must be willing to work hard, outdoors, on diverse teams, and to engage in education and new activities. $9.50/hr. Tues. 3:30pm-5:30pm, Thurs., 3:30pm-6:30pm, most Saturdays 8am – 3:30pm. Spring Dates of Employment: March 22 – May 31 plus FALL JOBS from September 8 – Nov. 15. Work at a REC CENTER. http://www.conservationcorps.org/youth-outdoors Priority Due: Feb. 9.

Conservation Corps – SUMMER YOUTH CORPS June 16-July 14 and July 21-August 18. Youth are hired for one 4-week session. After several days of training, youth travel as a crew to projects throughout Minnesota and other states, working 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Live from home for the entirety of the program. Weekends and evenings are filled with recreational activities such as canoeing, fishing, games, relaxing and visiting historic places. PAY: $250, plus all food, transportation and lodging. FOR Ages 15-18 when the program starts. Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth are encouraged to apply. ASL interpreters available. [email protected] 651.209.9900 x27. Priority deadline: April 13. http://www.conservationcorps.org/summer-youth-corps

City of Saint Paul – Parks and Recreation Worker – Ages 18+. Assist with recreation programs at a Rec Center on average about 15 hours per week. Work combination of days, evenings, weekends and holidays. WAGES: $10/hour. www.stpaul.gov/jobs Deadline: Continuous/Until Full

City of Saint Paul – Parks & Rec Worker - Como Park Zoo & Conservatory Visitor Services Rep. High School Diploma or GED required. Provide excellent customer service, collect donations, assist in administering first aid, staff events and special exhibits, and serve as public educators teaching visitors about plants, animals, and conservation. Work indoors/outdoors and stand/walk during most of 4-9 hour shifts in all weather conditions. Work 20-30 hours/week thru Labor Day, able to lift or push 20 pounds. Attend one of three mandatory PAID trainings: March 4, 5, 6, 7, 12 OR May 20, 21, 22, 23 and 29, OR June 10, 11, 12, 13 and 19. CAN WORK ONCE TRAINED. WAGES: $10.50 per hour. Employees EARN SAFE & SICK TIME. 25-35 openings. Visit www.stpaul.gov/jobs Application deadlines: Feb 7, April 30, May 7.

City of St. Paul – Lifeguard Training courses. Cost: $60. $30 Scholarships! +Junior program for Ages 10-14. Must be age 15 by the END of the class & this MAY lead to a City job as a lifeguard. The City of Saint Paul is offering a fun and challenging approach to lifeguard training. Must attend all scheduled classes. https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/parks-recreation/aquatics/lifeguard-training

Ramsey County Parks & Recreation Aide I – Ages 16+. Assist maintenance and operations staff and/or other building staff located at Aquatics, Golf Courses, Ice Arenas, Nature Center, and Parks. Answer phones, clean buildings, remove trash, rake, shovel, mow, trim, sell and collect tickets, other duties. WAGES: $10.18 - $11.94 hourly. http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ramsey/default.cfm DEADLINE: 4:30pm on May 31.

Ramsey County Parks & Recreation – Lifeguard at Battle Creek Waterworks Aquatic Center – MUST BE 16+(work June 9 – Aug. 26) and five beaches – MUST BE 18+ (work June 9-Aug. 19). Must have a StarGuard course completion card by June 5, 2018. WAGES: $12.53 - $14.88 hourly. http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ramsey/default.cfm DEADLINE: 4:30pm on May 31.

JOBS –USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Apprenticeships 11th and 12th grade (must be at least 16 years of age or older). US Citizens ONLY. For those interested in Biology. This job is ideal for HS Seniors attending college in the Twin Cities this Fall 2018, but all are welcome to apply. Paid research in the food & agricultural sciences at the University of MN-Twin Cities Saint Paul Campus. Who: Dependable college-bound 11th and 12th. When: Mid June –mid August. Pay: $10.89 per hr. Work with federal USDA scientists!!! VERY Limited spots. ?s –Call 651-649-5046. HOW to apply / be considered: REQUIRED: resume, current high school transcript (Amy in the CCC can email this to you and you can forward this) and a brief paragraph answering the question “Why do you want a summer job with the USDA?” and 1 academic letter of recommendation. Give to Amy OR you EMAIL all materials to [email protected] by: 4:30pm on March 30, 2018.

Project SEED/American Chemical Society = PAID $ internship to work with a Chemist on hands-on lab projects! For SPPS high school juniors and seniors (and very mature Sophomores) who have taken at least 1 year of CHEMISTRY. Resume, transcript (visit CCC), 2 years’ attendance (visit CCC), paragraph re: why you want this position, 1 letter of recommendation from a science teacher, copy of 2017 Federal tax return or most recent MFIP/Welfare or SSI statement, + interview later. Go to www.acs.org click “Education” then “High School” (lower left) scroll down to Project SEED for details. 40 hrs/week for 8 weeks. $3000 1st year, $3500 2nd year. ALSO eligible to apply for one $5000 college scholarship after one year of Project SEED participation if majoring in chemical science/engineering. Family income about $12,000 PER PERSON IN THE FAMILY Example: family size of 4 - $49,200 income limit from Form 1040 or Form 1040A. EMPLOYMENT: June 18- Aug. 10 for 40 hours per week at a U of M-TC Saint Paul Campus laboratory doing research on a project PLUS complete a written report and present a poster on Aug. 9. ?s – email Sarah Mullins at [email protected] All materials due to Amy in the CCC by 3pm on March 31, 2017.

VOLUNTEERING – Check school email/Visit the CCC www.handsontwincities.org

https://www.gtcuw.org/get-involved/volunteer/

www.volunteermatch.org

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory’s Summer NATURE WALK Youth Volunteering FOR: CURRENT 6th-11th Graders. Connect thousands of summer visitors with Como’s animals and plants. Learn invaluable future job skills. 651-487-8252 [email protected] http://www.comozooconservatory.org/support/volunteer/nature-walk/#/nature-walk Due: March 14.

Minnesota Children’s Museum - Play Team SUMMER VOLUNTEERING For Current Grades 8-11/Ages 14-18. Must commit to completing two (2) Monday-Friday week shifts and any two (2) weekend shifts of volunteering over the summer (June 11, 2018, through August 31, 2018) at MCM, totaling 12 total volunteer shifts. Interviews: May 10, 12, & 15. Training: 9am-1pm, June 2 or 10. 651.225.6046 [email protected] → https://mcm.org/youth-volunteer-opportunities/ Due: May 4.

Minnesota Children’s Museum: JOBS and INTERNSHIPS https://mcm.org/about/employment/open-job-internship-opportunities/

SUMMER CAMPS – with DEADLINES

Camp College – FREE for Juniors! → Live on campus at Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, MN. Experience college life, be more prepared for college, learn about the process, and have fun! Dates: July 16-18. Students from rural areas, first-generation college students, & students from low income households especially encouraged to apply. Due: March 15. NOW EXTENDED to April 16. http://www.mn-acac.org/CAMPCOLLEGESTUDENTS/

Future Latino Leaders Law Camp July 7-15, 2018 in Washington, D.C. FREE! For up to 35 Latino students currently in Gr. 9-12 who have an interest in learning about law school and becoming a lawyer. MUST: Be a US Citizen, legal permanent resident or legal U.S. visitor with valid authorization. Have a demonstrated interest in helping your community and building your leadership skills. Learn more about the college application process, meet influential Latino leaders, and tour national monuments and various government agencies. Cost-free with a non-refundable application fee of $50 (fee waivers are granted based on financial need) and students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from DC (scholarships are available based on financial need). Fee waivers online. ?s – [email protected] Application must be RECEIVED by April 15, 2018. Hispanic National Bar Foundation www.hnbf.org/programs-partnerships/future-latino-leaders-law-camp/ STEM

STEM EXPLORE CAMP– Live ON CAMPUS at Winona State July 22-27, 2018. Cost $480. Scholarships! https://www.winona.edu/conferencing/camp-explore.asp For AGES 14-18. Energy, Manufacturing & Engineering, Health Care, Agriculture, Transportation, Info Tech. & more Registration opens Feb. 1. OPEN UNTIL FULL.

Eureka!® Program is a five-year summer and school year program for girls focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Summer PLUS enrichment activities monthly during the school year. Contact Eureka! Program Coordinator Leah Eby at 612-215-4369 or [email protected]. CAMP June 25 - July 20, 2018 at YWCA Midtown and the University of Minnesota. Girls eligible to apply are current 7th graders (rising 8th graders in the summer). https://cse.umn.edu/r/summer-camps/ Applications due Friday, March 23, 2018.

Michigan Tech University (In Houghton, MI) Competitive Scholarship Summer Camps: https://www.syp.mtu.edu/discover-competitive-scholarship-programs.php

• Engineering Scholars Program – Current Gr. 9-11 Due: March 1 and April 10 • Women in Engineering – Women, Current Gr. 9-11 Due: March 1 and *April 10 • National Summer Transportation Institute – Current Gr. 9-11 Due: May 1 • Rail and Intermodal Transportation - Current Gr. 9-11 Due: May 1 • Women in Computer Science - Women, Current Gr. 9-11 Due: March 1 and April 10 • Junior Women in Engineering – Women, Current Gr. 6-8 Due: April 10 • Women in Automotive Engineering – Women, Current Gr. 9-11 Due: April 10

*Women in Engineering ALL EXPENSES PAID FREE TRIP to Michigan Tech University July 29-Aug 4. FOR 20 Metro Area 9th – 11th grade WOMEN interested in exploring careers in STEM. Transportation PROVIDED (meet at 3M). Apply BY PAPER ONLY for this special 3M Scholarship. Email [email protected] for the application, or visit your CCC or CCRC. DEADLINE: by 5pm on April 10

Cornell University (upstate New York) College of Engineering CURIE Academy FOR: Current Gr. 10/11 GIRLS ONLY. 1-607-255-6403 [email protected]. July 15-July 21. One-week, summer residential program, for up to 40 high school GIRLS who excel in math and science & are interested in Engineering. Minimum 3.0GPA on an unweighted 4.0 scale. Essay, apply online, recommendation, official transcript, high school profile. Cost: $1450. Financial assistance for TRAVEL &/or TUITION is available. Rising Seniors (Class of 2019) who are women and African/Black American, Latino, Native American/Alaska Native, or Pacific Islander, and/or first generation college students meeting the requirements below will automatically be considered for a full tuition waiver for the 2018 CURIE Academy. Math Score on the SAT/PSAT/Subject Test should be 620 or above (or equivalent ACT score of 28 or above) and/or Have taken, currently taking or plan to take the following courses prior to graduating in 2019: Calculus, Physics, and/or Chemistry (or related advanced Science and Math courses) Fill out the “Application for Financial Assistance” form in conjunction with app. https://sites.coecis.cornell.edu/curieacademy/ Online app. and uploaded supporting documents DUE: 11:59pm EST March 1.

Cornell University (upstate NY) College of Engineering CATALYST Academy. FOR: Current Gr. 9-11 from diverse racial, socioeconomic, or geographic backgrounds. 1-607-255-6403 [email protected] July 15-July 21. One-week, summer residential program, for up to 50 students from under-represented groups who are interested in Engineering. Minimum 3.0GPA on an unweighted 4.0 scale. Essay, apply online, recommendation, official transcript, high school profile. Cost: $1450. Financial assistance for TRAVEL &/or TUITION is available. Rising Seniors (Class of 2019) who are African/Black American, Latino, Native American/Alaska Native, or Pacific Islander, and/or first generation college students meeting the requirements below will automatically be considered for a full tuition waiver for the 2018 CATALYST Academy. Math Score on the SAT/PSAT/Subject Test should be 620 or above (or equivalent ACT score of 28 or above) and/or Have taken, currently taking or plan to take the following courses prior to graduating in 2019: Calculus, Physics, and/or Chemistry (or related advanced Science and Math courses) Fill out “Application for Financial Assistance” form in conjunction with app. https://sites.coecis.cornell.edu/catalystacademy/ Online app. and uploaded supporting documents DUE: 11:59pm EST March 1.

University of Minnesota - Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science (CEMS) Materials Camp for Current 10th and 11th graders with Science and Math aptitude. FREE! Hands-on learning principles of materials engineering. Combination of mini-demonstrations, field trips with extensive involvement in laboratory facilities. FREE meals, tuition, knowledge and entertainment. Commuter camp. No transportation provided. Competitive. http://mnasm.org/camp/ Deadline: March 31.

UW – Madison Engineering Summer Program – June 16-July 27. Application Due: April 2. https://www.engr.wisc.edu/academics/student-services/diversity-programs/engineering-summer-program/ Live on campus. FREE for Current Grades 10 & 11. COMPETITIVE. Math, physics, chemistry, engineering, and technical communications. Other structured programming such as industry site visits, field trips, guest lectures, workshops, and faculty mentoring will help students gain a better understanding of the field of engineering and its applications.

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities College of Science and Engineering Summer Camps

National Summer Transportation Institute At U of M-TC. July 23–August 3, 9am-3pm daily, Monday through Friday. FOR: entering grades 7–9 (as of 2018-2019 school year), Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, Have completed or be qualified to enroll in pre-algebra, Have an interest in engineering, science, transportation, or technology-related careers. FREE! Application ready in late Feb. Deadline: April 4. http://www.cts.umn.edu/education/prospective/national-summer-transportation-institute

Discover STEM for Current Grades 10 & 11. Cost $100/Scholarships. 9am-4pm. DUE: April 20. June 18–June 22, July 30–Aug. 3, Aug. 6–Aug. 10. M-F. https://cse.umn.edu/r/discover-stem/

UW- Madison ProSCI - Computational Science Initiative - July 15-20. Live on campus. FREE for Current Grades 10 & 11. COMPETITIVE. http://outreach.sbel.wisc.edu/ProCSI/Info/ Hands-on active learning process, Computer Aided Design of physical objects, problem solving activities using computer simulation software, and tours of engineering laboratories. Understand how computers are used today to lead to tomorrow’s discoveries and innovations in science and engineering. solid modeling and engineering applications of computer simulations. June 15.

MEDICAL

Camp Neuro - Learn about the brain! July 30-Aug. 3 at U of M Medical School. Gr. 9-12, Ages 15-18. http://www.campneuro.org/minneapolis.html Cost: $550, then $600. Scholarships due: April 2. Camp Cardiac - Learn about the heart! Aug. 13-17 at U of M Medical School. Gr. 9-12, Ages 15-18. http://www.campcardiac.org/minneapolis.html Cost: $550, then $600. Scholarships due: April 2.

Scrubs Medical Careers Camp – FOR Current Gr. 5-11 only. Apply at www.healthforceminnesota.org ?s - [email protected] HIGH SCHOOL- Scrubs: ON CAMPUS at Winona State ($480), MSU-Moorhead ($480), Bemidji State ($400), Fond du Lac in Cloquet ($240). Some scholarships still available. FINAL Cost if ON Scholarship: $30 Scrubs DAY Camps: Augsburg College in Mpls ($430) or Saint Paul College ($385). FINAL: $30. MIDDLE SCHOOL – Dakota County Day June 18-19 OR June 20-21. $45 ($5 non-refundable fee) PLUS: Careers in Health Care/Mental Health -- > www.healthforceminnesota.org/students/careers.html

HANDS-ON CAREER EXPLORATION

SAINT PAUL COLLEGE – Summer Camps – www.saintpaul.edu/WTCE

Culinary Camp – June 11-15, 8am-noon, Ages 11-17. Cost: $190 Philosophy Camp – June 18-20, 8am-noon, Ages 13-18. Cost: $180 Cosmetology & Esthetics Camp – June 21-22. TBD Video Game Design Camp – June 25-28, 8:30am-4pm, Ages 11-17, Cost: $299 SCRUBS CAMP – July 23-26, 7:30am-5pm, Gr. 8-11, $385 OR $30 IF GET SCHOLARSHIP Welding & Manufacturing Camp – Aug. 6-9, 8:30am-4pm, Ages 13-17, Cost: $275

SAINT PAUL COLLEGE – Additional Summer Camps https://mnscu.rschooltoday.com/public/getcategory/program_id/43 Minnesota Computers for Schools Web Design Camp June 18-21,8:30am-4pm, Ages 14-18. Cost: $25 Minnesota Computers for Schools Summer Coding Camp July 16-19, 8:30am-4pm, Ages 14-18. Cost: $25

OTHER CAMPS @ University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

IMA-MathCEP offers enrichment programs that provide students with opportunities to learn and enjoy mathematics. Saturday Enrichment classes for grades 5-7. http://www.mathcep.umn.edu/enrichment Students may enroll in four Saturday morning events for a fee of $120. Scholarships, too. Math Modeling Camp for High School Students – info available later. Camp in June. Apply in April.

The Center for Distributed Robotics and the Digital Technology Center’s Technology Camp - This three-day summer camp explores the wonders of technology, robotics, and college in general; free, diversity and outreach program. Grades 6-8. Organizer: Digital Technology Center and the Center for Distributed Robotic. Dates TBD. http://www.dtc.umn.edu/techcamp/ at U of M-TC. Offered free of charge, and breakfast and lunch are provided.

Summer Computing Academy for Female Students (Junior High and High School) at U of M-TC. Learn computer programming using python in an intense hands-on program. No transportation provided. Daily 9am-5pm. Two week or one week programming. $85, $55, or free with scholarship. 2018 camp info TBD. Last year’s camps were in June. 25 spots each. http://www-users.cs.umn.edu/~gini/computingacademy/index.html SUMMER CAMP GUIDES FREE! http://summer.spps.org Scroll down to Multi-District. FREE! 3M STEM CAMP at Johnson HS, July 16-27, FOR Gr. 5-8 National Youth Sports Program Gr. 5-11 / World Cultures Program (NYSP) Gr. K-4 @Hamline Univ Native American Program – All Gr. 1-5 / Belwin Outdoor Science Program – Gr. 1-5 in Afton, MN Camp Teranga with ARTS Us Gr. K-8 = Music/Art/Fun @ Dunning Rec Center next to Central HS

MNEEP Academic Enrichment Guide = GREAT list of Summer Camps! 2018 AEG Guide ready in March → https://mneep.org/category/academic-enrichment-guides/ 2017 AEG Guide (deadlines) https://mneep.org/resource/academic-enrichment-guide-2017/

City of Saint Paul Summer Camps - Registration opens April 30, 2018. https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/parks-recreation/activities/summer-activities/summer-camps Minneapolis Summer Camps 2018 http://www.minneapolissummercamps.org Family Fun Twin Cities Summer Events Guide https://www.familyfuntwincities.com/guide-twin-cities-summer-camps/ Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine Summer Camps for Kids Guide http://mspmag.com/kids-and-family/the-coolest-summer-camps-for-the-kiddos/

StarTribune's 2018 Summer Camp Guide ready early March 2018 Here is a link to last year's guide: http://www.startribune.com/2017-summer-camp-guide/196033301/ \ St. Paul Pioneer Press – Summer Camp Guide – READY IN EARLY MARCH 2018. Visit www.twincities.com and scroll down to “Summer Camp Guide” lower right – Jobs, too.

My Film North - located in Saint Paul http://myfilmnorth.org/youth-programs/youth-camps/ Weeklong film and photography summer camps for youth ages 10-18 are offered June through August. Subjects include screenwriting, narrative and experimental film production, animation and special effects, acting, street photography and more! The 2018 camp schedule is displayed below – registration now open. Teens age 16 and older are welcome to register for our Adult Ed courses too!

University of Minnesota - Statewide programs for youth - https://youth.umn.edu University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Enrichment Programs and Summer Camps https://cse.umn.edu/r/k-12-outreach-2 - Includes link to College of Science & Engineering camps University of Minnesota-Twin Cities weekly day camps for youth ages 5-15. Registration opens Feb. 12, 2018. SOME scholarship assistance. Act quickly! http://recwell.umn.edu/programs/youth-programs-summer-camp

Computer Explorers of Minnesota provides research-proven technology and summer STEM day camps for kids & teens ages 4-15. http://computerexplorersmn.com High Tech Kids delivers fun, hands-on science, engineering and technology programs and events that inspire Minnesota kids in their formative years. Includes Lego League! http://www.hightechkids.org/summer-camps-and-classes

One Heartland - Camps for Youth Facing Challenges www.oneheartland.org Life-changing camp experiences for youth facing social isolation, intolerance or health challenges. No one is turned away because of an inability to pay.

Pacer Center - List of Summer Recreation, Sports and Camps for children and young adults with disabilities and their families. http://www.pacer.org/funtimes/recreation-and-sports.asp

AuSM Summer Camps - AuSM camps are tailored for youth and adults with autism. Ages 6 and older. https://ausm.org/camp/ausm-summer-camps.html MN Zoo - http://mnzoo.org/zoo-camp-ausm/

Summer - The Art Academy http://theartacademy.net = For children, teens & adults Award winning drawing, painting classes, summer camps. Located in Saint Paul.

Junior Achievement Camps - cultivate Entrepreneurial Spirit/Run your own Business. https://www.jaum.org/ja-summer-camps/ Summer enrichment programs at MN Private Colleges Note: Applications for some camps are due as early as February or March. http://mnprivatecolleges.org/advice/summer-enrichment-programs Augsburg University Summer camp offerings include athletic programs in distance running and lacrosse as well as the Minnesota Debate and Advocacy Workshop, Augsburg University Youth Theology Institute, Metro/Augsburg High School Scrubs Day Camp and Minnesota High School Mathematics League

Bethany Lutheran College Athletic camps as well as Camp College, in partnership with the Minnesota Association for College Admissions Counseling, for high school juniors to learn about aspects of the college search and application process; Bethany will also offer a Media Arts Camp for high school students and a Science Camp for junior high students. Dates and times are to be determined.

Bethel University Athletic camps

Carleton College Offerings for high school students include writing, science, quantitative reasoning, languages and global issues, computer science, humanities and more.

College of Saint Benedict Athletic camps Saint John’s University Athletic camps

The College of St. Scholastica Prairie Fire Theatre Camp, various athletic camps (click the Camps/Clinics tab) Youth Theology Institute

Concordia College, Moorhead Concordia Language Villages offer cultural immersion programs in 15 languages

Concordia University, St. Paul Building Cultural Bridges Camp for 20 different languages and cultures of youth and music theatre camp.

Gustavus Adolphus College Athletic and academic camps include show choir, high-altitude ballooning, basketball and leadership, tennis, golf, gymnastics and more.

Hamline University Young writers workshop, mock trial camp plus all sports, lacrosse and Spirit Gymnastics

Macalester College Academic programs offered by the Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth (MITY)

Minneapolis College of Art and Design Innovative, hands-on art and design camps and classes for kids and teens as well as a three-week residential Pre-College Art and Design program in July for 10th-12th graders.

Saint Mary’s University Summer camp offerings include a residential girl's volleyball camp, basketball clinics, dance classes and a residential dance intensive program. Saint Mary's hosts a residential hockey camp a FCA sports day camp.

St. Catherine University Wildcat Athletics sports camps, Get After It (an overnight training camp for 7th–12th graders hosted by Olympic runner Carrie Tollefson) and First Step Summer Institute (a college immersion experience for young women of color in 10th and 11th grade)

St. Olaf College Summer camp offerings include chess, music, dance, swimming, diving, theater, volleyball, football, soccer and folk hand crafts camps.

University of St. Thomas High school juniors and seniors can earn college credits while taking advantage of 50% off summer undergrad classes. Summer camp offerings include athletic camps, journalism camp and Science, Technology, & Engineering Preview Summer (STEPS) Camp for Girls. SUMMER FUN…

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education 2018 Summer Academic Enrichment Program! http://www.ohe.state.mn.us/mPg.cfm?pageID=1958

Up to $1000 stipends on a first-come, first-serve basis, to cover all or a portion of the direct cost for students in grades 3-11 to attend eligible summer academic enrichment programs in summer 2018.

Who is eligible?

• If you are a MN resident attending an eligible summer enrichment program, and • You are eligible for free or reduced priced lunches*, and • You are currently in grades 3-11, and • If you are in grades 7-11 you must either have an overall "C" average or its equivalent for the most recently recorded academic term in the subject area applicable to the summer program you wish to attend*, and • Funds are still available. *Documentation Needed (transcript & proof of FRL)

Advanced Program in Technology and Science St. Cloud State University – Gr. 10-11 Scientific Discovery Camp St. Cloud State University – Gr. 9-10 Math-Science-Computer Camps St. Cloud State University – Gr. 3-8 Discoverers Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center - Gr. 3-4 Voyageurs Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center – Gr. 5 & 6 Camp Ichthyology Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center – Gr. 5-6 Ecology Inquiry Immersion Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center - Gr. 6-8 Adventurers Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center - 1-Week Program - Gr. 7-9, 2-Week Program – Gr. 7-8. Junior Naturalist Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center – 2-Week Program – Gr. 9-11 Summer High School Ecology [for academic] Credit Camp – Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center – Gr. 9-11 Botany, Potions and Magical Creatures Bell Museum of Natural History – Gr. 3-6. Earth, Cosmos and Beyond Bell Museum of Natural History - Gr. 3-6 Field Biology Bell Museum of Natural History – Gr. 3-6 CSI: Bell Museum Bell Museum of Natural History – Gr. 3-6 Carleton College Summer Computer Science Institute – Gr. 10 & 11 Carleton College Summer Quantitative Reasoning Institute – Gr. 10 & 11 Carleton College Summer Science Institute – Gr. 10 & 11 Carleton College Summer Writing Program – Gr. 10 & 11 Concordia Language Villages In Bemidji, MN FOR: Gr. 3-11 Create Something Great Fine Arts at Friends School of MN in Saint Paul - Gr. 3-9 Expand Your Mind Macalester College Institute for Talented Youth– Gr. 7-11 ExplorSchool Macalester College Institute for Talented Youth – Gr. 4-6 Minnesota Business Venture: 1-week at St. Johns, 1-week at St. Cloud State, Gr. 8-12 Saint Paul Scrubs Camp at Saint Paul College – Gr. 8-11 Scrubs Camp Metro Augsburg overnight camp – Gr. 8-11 Scrubs Camp Winona State University overnight camp – Gr. 8-11 OleChess Camp St. Olaf College – Gr. 3-11 St. Olaf Acting Camp – Gr. 6-11 St. Olaf Summer Music Camp - Gr. 8-11 Summer [Music] Composition Camps Live at U of M-Twin Cities – Gr. 8-11 Summer Science Camp The Bakken Museum – Gr. 3-9 ThreeSixty Journalism Summer Camps University of St. Thomas – Gr. 9-12 Verbal Advantage at D.I.V.I.N.E Institute in Saint Paul – Gr. 3-11 SUPPORTS FOR YOUTH YouthCARE Minnesota = leadership and employment skills, plus homework help, college visits, fun trips, & more! FREE for ages 13-18. ALL YEAR LONG. McDonough Rec Ctr Mon.-Thursday, Mt. Airy Comm. Ctr. Mon & Tues, Conway Rec Ctr. Wed & Thurs. CALL 612-338-1233 to join. Visit CCC for form. Transportation THERE and BACK HOME provided!! www.youthcaremn.org

The YMCA - https://www.ymcamn.org/our_cause/how_we_help/help_kids_thrive

Youth Intervention Services: supportive services that target young people experiencing barriers as a result of homelessness or involvement in the foster care or juvenile justice systems. After-School and Summer Success Programs: homework help after school, summer learning. Combine academics with play in a caring and safe environment. Teen Thrive Programming: build leadership skills, plus foster social and cultural competence. Water Safety Program: free water safety instruction for kids ages 5-14 Y Make Change: This initiative creates a pathway of social responsibility, leadership development and civic engagement from middle school into young adulthood. Health and Fitness Programs: From helping kids to feel more comfortable with their athletic abilities to tackling unhealthy lifestyles, the Y is a resource for kids to be active and healthy with offerings like: Family fun & fitness, Sports classes, leagues and clinics for kids, Activity-focused overnight camps. PLUS: https://www.ymcamn.org/our_cause/how_we_help/advance_diversity_and_inclusion Sioux YMCA Initiative: Y staff, volunteers and youth can participate in service learning opportunities on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation. Programming for Newcomers and Immigrants: We offer kids, teens, and adults the integration support they need to better transition into, and engage with their new community. SCHOLARSHIPS/FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR ALL PROGRAMMING at the YMCA.

Black Gems Project Ready: Preparing a New Generation for Success. Minneapolis Urban League. FOR: Grades 9-12. College Readiness and Career Development Program that meets twice weekly from Jan.-April. Mentoring (thru 1st year of college!), Math/Reading/Writing Academic Support, Social and Emotional Learning, Financial Literacy, College Access and Supports, Scholarship Info, Cultural Awareness, Computer class in Microsoft Suite that can lead to Microsoft Certification. + tour of MN colleges & HBCU Tour the week of April 2nd with visit to the African American Museum in Washington, D.C. Meets at 2100 Plymouth Ave. North in Minneapolis, but if enough Saint Paul youth join, they can move the meetings to Saint Paul! To join, Email Marquita Stephens [email protected] or #612-302-3114. Black Gems - Project Ready Class - Facebook Due: ??

New Lens Urban Mentoring Program in Saint Paul, MN is the first culturally specific and cross-generational mentorship program with black males serving black boys. FOR: High School age youth. Includes lots of activities, such as Archery, Boxing & Fitness, Outdoor Adventure (Outward Bound), Fencing, Judo, and Urban Farming. Structured activities are held on Saturday mornings between 8:30am-2pm, except for dinner and movie nights, which take place the 2nd or 3rd Friday of the month. Applications are given to Glo Martin in person, or emailed to him. Applications are at https://newlensurbanmentoring.org

Other SUPPORTS FOR YOUTH, including Employment/Job Search Help + Free Career Training www.HIRED.org www.CLUES.org www.Hmong.org www.MerrickCS.org www.NEIGHB.org www.YWCAofStPaul.org

COLLEGE OPEN HOUSES & PROGRAM INFO SESSIONS

Minnesota Education (College) Fairs = over 120 colleges represented at VARIOUS high schools in the evenings. FREE! Full Calendar at: http://www.mn-acac.org/MEFstudents Closest to Saint Paul = Tartan HS, 828 Greenway Ave N, Oakdale, MN 55128. 5pm-7pm on Wednesday, March 14.

Century Community and Technical College – OPEN HOUSE → Tuesday, February 20. Meet professors in your major! West Campus Gymnasium from 5 - 7:30 pm. Century College will be waiving the $20 college application fee, and will be giving away (2) $500 tuition giveaways, as well as a variety of other prizes. Tour state-of-the-art facilities, learn about campus life activities, etc. RSVP at https://www.century.edu/events/2018-2-20%E2%80%93open-house

Century College https://www.century.edu/home/events Law Enforcement Education & Employment Fair 2pm-5pm East Campus, Lincoln Mall March 7 Interior Design Info Session - 4pm, March 21 and 11am April 12 Kitchen and Bath Design Info Session - 11am, March 30

Century College - WORKFORCE OF TOMORROW SHOWCASE Explore over 25 Century College career and technical programs in the areas of business, human services, applied design and industry. Network with Century College staff, faculty and industry professionals. Enjoy food and fantastic prizes from local supporting organizations. FREE! 4pm – 6:30pm on March 21. https://www.century.edu/events/2018-3-21%E2%80%93workforce-tomorrow-showcase Programs include: Visual and Communications Technologies, 3D Animation, Web Design, Interior Design, Filmmaking and Video Production, Kitchen and Bath Design, Graphic Design, Professional Photography, Auto Body, Automotive Service Technology, HVAC, Solar and Renewable Energy, Cosmetology, Horticulture, Facilities Maintenance Engineer, Welding, Accounting, Marketing, etc

Dunwoody College of Technology (Minneapolis) Open House 3pm-7pm on March 6 Guided tour & the opportunity to meet with admissions & financial aid counselors, & instructors from each of our nearly 40 programs. Students who apply at an open house will have the $50 application fee waived. http://www.dunwoody.edu/admissions/open- house-rsvp/ PLUS OTHER Open House Dates listed as well: April 10, and May 8, June 12. Phone: (612) 374-5800 [email protected] www.dunwoody.edu/academic/programs-list/ These majors lead to JOBS! ☺

Normandale Community College Open House from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in the Kopp Student Center. Get an in-depth look at the many services and programs provided by Normandale. Visit with faculty members from many academic departments and attend information sessions to learn about Normandale’s programs and degrees. Campus tours will also be offered. For more information, call (952) 358-8201 or www.normandale.edu/visit

Saint Paul College http://www.saintpaul.edu/admissions/program-information-sessions PSEO Info Night – University Center (Rooms 1506, 1508, &1510) at 6pm on Feb. 27 Health Sciences March 7 from 6pm-7pm Career and Technical Trades April 25 from 6pm-7pm Business University Center (Rooms 1506, 1508, & 1510) May 8 from 6pm-7pm Computer Science and Graphics May 9 from 6pm-7pm Wellness and Service June 5 from 6pm-7pm Culinary Arts June 6 from 6pm-7pm

Saint Paul College OPEN HOUSE → From 5pm – 7:30pm on Wednesday, April 11. https://www.saintpaul.edu/openhouse

• Learn about Saint Paul College admissions and registration • Receive information on financial aid and scholarships • Tour state-of-the-art classrooms and facilities • View demonstrations in newly renovated shops and laboratories • Talk with Saint Paul College program instructors and student services staff • Receive info on more than 100 Saint Paul College degree, diploma, & certificate programs

Free parking and refreshments. Parking is not permitted on the street

Inver Hills Community College - https://www.inverhills.edu/Admissions/VisitUs.aspx NURSING INFO SESSIONS: Feb. 21, March 21, April 18, May 16, 4pm-5pm. RSVP at https://www.inverhills.edu/Admissions/VisitUs.aspx Emergency Medical Services Info Session February 27, at 4pm, & April 20 at 12noon. Paralegal Info Sessions 5pm on Feb. 20 & 5pm on April 17 Criminal Justice Studies Info Session noon on March 9 and 4pm on May 3 https://www.trumba.com/calendars/inverhillsadmissions-calendar ENGINEERING INFO SESSION – noon-1pm on Friday, March 23. Meet their dedicated faculty and learn how YOU can make your dream of becoming an Engineer a REALITY! Earning your Associate of Science in Engineering Fundamentals will have you on the right track to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete your bachelor's degree.

Inver Hills Community College OPEN HOUSE → from 4pm-7pm in their College Center (CC) Thursday, April 12. Come explore our beautiful campus and connect with our faculty, staff and current students to learn more about what Inver Hills has to offer! https://www.inverhills.edu/FutureStudents/index.aspx

Gustavus Visit Events: Admitted Student Days: March 16, & April 13. JUNIOR Day: Sat., May 12. PLUS MN Private College Tour Week: June 25-29. https://gustavus.edu/admission/visit/events.php

ST. KATE’S – VISITS https://www.stkate.edu/admissions/visit/traditional-undergraduate-campus-visit SATURDAY, February 24, sophomores and juniors: 9–11 a.m., seniors: 10 a.m.–noon SATURDA, March 3, sophomores and juniors: 9–11 a.m., seniors: 10 a.m.–noon SATURDAY, March 17, seniors: 9–11 a.m., transfers: 10 a.m.–noon How to Finance a St. Kate's Education → Saturday, March 10, 9:30 a.m.–noon Spring Spotlight - Monday, February 19, 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Designed for high-school sophomores and juniors Accepted Seniors – St. Kate’s Bound overnight events: February 18–19 and Sunday, April 8 to Monday, April 9 (early check-in starting at 2 p.m. Sunday, program complete by 2 p.m. Monday)

ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY – https://www.stcloudstate.edu/scsu4u/visit/special.aspx Admitted Student Days: March 16 and April 20. Register ASAP! Recovery Community: Visit Day The St. Cloud State University Recovery Community is for motivated students who are committed to maintaining their sobriety while pursuing a college degree. Date: Thursday, March 29, 2018, Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. VIRTUAL TOUR of SCSU: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/virtualtour/default.aspx City of Saint Paul – Career Exploration AGES 18+

Saint Paul Police Department Law Enforcement Career Path Academy – Top candidates selected to participate in a ten week, entry-level skills certificate training – tuition free! In partnership with Century College/receive 5 college credits toward a law enforcement degree PLUS assistance enrolling in a two-year, industry-recognized Professional Peace Officer Education degree program. FOR Ages 18 to 24, residents of Saint Paul or a surrounding community, low-income family or face barrier to employment. https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/police/step-forward/start- career/different-paths/law-enforcement-career-path-academy Application closes 4:30pm Feb. 28.

Saint Paul Police Department Civilian Police Academy = a FREE COURSE/Inside look into the SPPD. Learn and ask questions about various divisions, interact with officers, understand policies, experience simulation training, discover volunteer opportunities, and participate in demonstrations. Criteria: 18 years of age or older, reside or own a business or property in the city (subject to waiver by Chief of Police), complete a background check. Wednesdays, 6pm-9:30pm, May 16-Aug. 1. To apply, 651-266-5485 or email [email protected] DUE: March 2.

Saint Paul Fire Department: 2018 Women's Expo The City of Saint Paul is back again with another Women’s Expo hosted by Saint Paul Fire Department. This will be a hands on event for you to get to know our Fire Department staff, experience what it takes to be a Firefighter/EMT and learn more about our hiring process. The event will be held rain or shine, so come in weather appropriate athletic gear ready to get your hands on some Firefighting/EMS equipment and to have fun!

We hope to see you at the Saint Paul Fire Training Tower (1683 Energy Park Drive Saint Paul, MN 55108) on Saturday March 24, 2018 at 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM and don’t forget to share this great opportunity with your friends and family! Firefighter applications ACCEPTED IN APRIL. https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/human-resources/jobs/firefighter-information

The Saint Paul Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Academy – GET $ PAID! = an intensive, tuition-free emergency medical technician (EMT) certification and firefighter awareness program designed for low-income, minority, and women residents of Saint Paul between the ages of 18-30 (in the summer, the age range is 18-24).

Participants earn an hourly wage during the training, which lasts 240 hours over 10-14 weeks. Recruitment is targeted to youth of diverse ethnicity, linguistic ability, and cultural experience, with the goal of building an EMS workforce reflective of Saint Paul’s communities.

Upon completing the EMS Academy, graduates earn National EMT certification, 9 elective college credits through Century College, and job competency training. To date, over 200 low-income, diverse young adults of Saint Paul have completed the EMS Academy.

https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/fire-paramedics/ems-academy Deadline to apply: May 1 (?)

Scholarship for High Achieving, Low-Income Students in 7th Grade:

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program = FREE! Selective 5-year pre-college scholarship for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need, drive and persistence, leadership, and service to others. Must earn mostly ‘A’s, Adjusted Family Income of $95,000 per year or less. Includes support for summer camps, music and art lessons, supplemental academic classes, & technology, plus year-round mentoring. www.JKCF.org/YSP Due noon EST March 21. SCHOLARSHIPS – FOR JUNIORS

Youth Leadership Institute https://www.hsf.net/youth-leadership-institute March 16, 2018, 11:59pm PST.

Juliet Evans Nelson Scholarship for Outstanding Youth Volunteerism - JUNIORS! $2,500 award. Apply if you are making a positive impact through volunteering. Postmark DEADLINE March or April 2018. https://www.gtcuw.org/2017-nelson-scholarship/ Check back later for 2018 application and deadline.

QuestBridge – College Prep Scholarship – FOR JUNIORS ONLY. FREE mentoring, summer camps at places like Yale, support for the competitive college application process. Must be high achieving and low income. College Match full-ride scholarship due in later September for Class of 2019. http://www.questbridge.org/for-students/students-start-here Due: 11:59pm PST, March 21. & QuestBridge – Quest for Excellence Awards - FOR JUNIORS ONLY/College Prep Scholars applicants. Supplies, Trips, Camps, Mentoring and more in the FOLLOWING AREAS: ARTS, STEM, Students with Jewish heritage, New York City students, USA Award for one top high-achieving, low-income high school junior from every state interested in any academic discipline, from all backgrounds. ALSO, New Americans Award for students who immigrated to the United States, or whose parents immigrated to United States. https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/quest-for-excellence-awards Due: March 21.

Minnesota Association of Townships Scholarship – JUNIORS, Six $1,000 scholarships will be awarded based on a written essay. http://www.mntownships.org/ Scroll down to the very bottom. Due: May 1.

Triple-Impact Competitor Scholarship for High School Junior Student-Athletes. At least 62 scholarships ranging between $1000 and $2000 depending upon region. Must PLAY for a HIGH SCHOOL TEAM or in Club Sports. Must make positive contributions on 3 levels: Make oneself better, Make teammates better, and Make the sport better. 2.5 GPA or higher Apply online at www.positivecoach.org/scholarships Due: May 31.

Hispanic Heritage Foundation Awards – Check back later for scholarship deadline dates http://hispanicheritage.org/programs/leadership/youth-awards/

SCHOLARSHIPS – For GRADES 9-12

Scholarship Mentor http://scholarshipmentor.com/essay-contests = GREAT LINK!

WWW.DOSOMETHING.ORG → CHECK OUT THEIR Campaigns, Causes and Awesome-Things! YOUNG PEOPLE + SOCIAL CHANGE Various $2000, $3000, and $5000 Scholarships for students Ages 13-25 making a difference in the lives of others! http://www.dosomething.org/scholarships - Many cool ones due Feb. 28!

This list researched and compiled by Amy Samelian, Open World Learning Community, 651-744-3149, [email protected] www.Raise.Me = micro-scholarships for Gr. 9-12. Create a Profile and start earning $ for partner colleges. FOR good grades, participating in clubs, playing on a sports team, volunteering, or even starting a club. They can include AP or IB courses, honors classes, and college-level courses, too!

St. Paul Optimist Club Communications Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Open to young people through grade 12 in the United States and Canada, to CEGEP in Québec and grade 13 in the Caribbean, who are educated in the United States, Canada or the Caribbean. Theme: “What are My Roots of Optimism?” http://www.stpauloptimists.org/ccdhh Club’s deadline to submit your fillable pdf registration: March 23.

Federal Reserve Bank Essay Contest – For Gr. 9-12. Theme: Should the federal government increase the minimum wage to $15 per hour? 1st – place: $500 and a paid summer internship at the Mpls Fed., 2nd- place: $400, 3rd place: $300. 30 $100 awards. Questions? email [email protected] or call 612-204-5168. https://www.minneapolisfed.org/community/student-resources/student-essay-contest Due: April 20, 2018. COLLEGE-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS

Inver Hills Community College – Workforce Development Scholarship - $2500 ($1250 per semester) for the following majors: Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Information Technology, or Pre-Nursing. Preference given to students with financial need. Must live in MN. Primarily for students new to the college; and diverse students or non-traditional students in a career field. All applicants must also fill out a FAFSA. Visit the CCC or email [email protected] March 1.

Century College – Workforce Development Scholarship – 14 $3000 scholarships for the following majors at Century: Additive and Digital Manufacturing, Information Telecommunications and Technology, Enterprise Computing Technology, Cybersecurity, Virtualization and Forensics. Preference given to diverse, non-traditional students, and those with financial need. Must apply to the college, and submit a FAFSA. After declaring your program and registering for at least 9 credits, you may apply for the scholarship. One letter of recommendation required. Deadline: March 15. https://www.century.edu/foundation-alumni/foundation/scholarship-opportunities/workforce-development-scholarship

Saint Paul College – Power of YOU free tuition and supports scholarship. Priority deadline: March 1. http://www.saintpaul.edu/admissions/power-of-you-program FINAL deadline: May 1.

Minneapolis Community and Technical College – Power of YOU free tuition and supports. FINAL: April 25. https://www.minneapolis.edu/Admissions/Power-of-YOU Priority Deadline: March 28th, 2018.

Dougherty Family College at University of St. Thomas – regular deadline: Feb. 1. DFC is still accepting applications! https://dfc.stthomas.edu/ LOTS of info sessions! February 22 and March 21 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM.

OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS for Seniors

Chester E. & Marion D. Groth Scholarship 2018-2019 – For High School Seniors planning to major in music education, music performance or music therapy. Applications will be reviewed and finalists will be invited to audition. http://www.richfieldumc.org/ Received by NOON Feb. 23, 2018

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Minneapolis/St. Paul Alumnae Chapter Vernetta Wilson Memorial Scholarship $1,000 to $2,500 scholarships for Minnesota African American graduating seniors planning to attend a 2 year or 4 year college full time this fall, 2.7 GPA unweighted or higher, leadership, volunteering (minimum 30 hours), financial need. Visit the CCC or [email protected] or visit www.dstmsp.org Due: Friday, Feb. 23, 2018.

The Distinguished Raven FAC Memorial Scholarship For descendents or legal wards of a Lao or Hmong individual who served in the Royal Laotian Military or Hmong forces in defense of the Kingdom of Laos between 1960 & 1975. Essay, transcripts, 2 rec. letters. www.ravens.org/ UPPER LEFT. Feb. 28, 2018. SPPS winners in the past!

Minnesota School Counselor Association Scholarship Ten $500 scholarships (SPPS is St. Paul Division). FOR: MN public or private high school seniors. Write a typed essay of no more than 500 words about how a licensed school counselor has impacted your life (re: Career Exploration, Social Emotional Development, or Educational Planning). You must be a MN public or private high school senior. The school counselor you write about MUST BE A MEMBER of MSCA! Find out if they are a member FIRST before you start writing about them! https://www.mnschoolcounselors.org/ The cover letter and essay get scanned/emailed. March 1. Deadline extended to noon on March 5, 2018. Send to: [email protected] [email protected]

Builders Association of the Twin Cities Foundation Scholarship – For Adults or High School Seniors Interested in a Career in the CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. Includes carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc. Other Criteria: Resident of Twin Cities Metro Area, or plans to locate to the Twin Cities area after college graduation, be a full time student at ANY college, minimum 2.5 GPA. Apply online. http://www.batc.org/page/Scholarships Deadline: March 1.

For info on Construction Careers, visit → http://byf.org/educators AND → http://jobconnectmn.com/construction-hiring-connection-wpartners/

Annual Housing Industry Career Fair: http://blog.batc.org/2018-housing-industry-career-fair/

Cargill Global Scholars – for 10 COLLEGE STUDENTS. DUE: March 1 every year. https://www.cargillglobalscholars.com/participating-countries/us-faqs/ = distinctive, 2-year leadership development program that provides financial support, in addition to leadership development training and one-on-one mentoring.

National Italian American Foundation $2,500 - $12,000 each. Category I – FOR ITALIAN-AMERICAN Seniors only. You must Be a member of NIAF or have a parent, grandparent or guardian who is a member of NIAF. Not a member? Visit our membership page to join or renew your membership today! Must plan to attend college Fall 2018 and have a 3.5 unweighted gpa or better and be a US Citizen or permanent legal resident. Must have at least one ancestor who has immigrated from Italy. Some students have additional requirements, lower GPA – GO HERE to check this out http://www.niaf.org/programs/available-scholarships/ All requirements including recommendation letters and other supporting documents must be uploaded to your application by March 1, 2018 at 11:59 pm EST (Some may require your FAFSA report be uploaded, too) Apply at http://www.niaf.org/programs/scholarships-overview/ March 1, 2018.

Tzu Chi Scholars - $1000 awards for seniors planning to attend college full time. Financial need/income documents, 3.0 GPA unweighted, 2 recommendation letters, transcript, a 2 page autobiography including why you should be awarded this scholarship, and a 1 page short essay about the Tzu Chi Buddhist philosophy of compassion. www.tzuchi.us/scholarships/ Apply online + mail in supporting docs. Deadline: March 2, 2018.

The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults = committed to helping young adults continue their education after being affected by cancer through their own diagnosis OR the diagnosis of a loved one. Multiple scholarships related to cancer diagnosis. Applicants must have been between the ages of 15 and 39 during their own diagnosis/treatment or during the diagnosis/treatment of their parent or sibling. Scholarship winners will be awarded a total of $2500 over two academic semesters. Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the scholarship recipient’s school. Each scholarship winner is obligated to organize and run a bone marrow registry drive with the support of There Goes My Hero. http://ulmanfund.org/scholarships/ March 1

Cancer Survivors’ Fund Scholarship Must be a cancer survivor or currently diagnosed with cancer, and does not have to be receiving treatment to qualify. Submit an essay discussing the following question: HOW HAS MY EXPERIENCE WITH CANCER IMPACTED MY LIFE VALUES AND CAREER GOALS? Essays must be a minimum of 500 words and a maximum of 1200 words. Must agree to do volunteer work to use their cancer experience to help other young cancer patients and survivors coping with a life threatening or life-altering event. Deadline: March 2, 2018. http://www.cancersurvivorsfund.org/ScholarshipEligibilityRequirements.htm

AAUW (American Association of University Women) St. Paul Branch - Four $5,000 awards (renewable for $5000 each) to attend a 4 year college. For senior girls in the top 20% of their class attending a Saint Paul area high school. Aptitude, financial need, academics & extracurricular activities. May use fillable pdf feature and type all response. http://aauwstpaul.org/scholarship/ Postmarked March 2 or drop off March 7, 2018.

UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Program For those living with epilepsy, family members, and/or caregivers who demonstrate academic and personal achievement, who are a positive role model. 30 awards up to $5000 each. Two people will each get a $10,000 award. Must attend college Fall 2018 (undergraduate or gradate school). Other criteria: community involvement, participation in increasing awareness of epilepsy in their community, and how the applicant has positively dealt with epilepsy as a part of their life. No minimum GPA requirement. www.ucbepilepsyscholarship.com/ Due: March 5, 2018.

MnACC Student of Color Scholarship – $500 awards. For: Minnesota senior students of color, planning to attend college FULL TIME 2018-2019 school year, attending a MnACC member school (Humboldt College Fair participant – see list). ALSO: the $2500 Presidential award (must ALSO provide transcript + recommendation. These get emailed.). An ESSAY of 500 words or less is required for both. Pick one of four topics (Leadership, Community Engagement, Diversity, Future Educators). Apply online → www.mnacc.org SPPS winners every year. Due: March 10, 2018.

Catch a Break! Scholarship Program is offering scholarships up to $10,000/year! 24 ACT composite score or higher required. Intended to enable recipients to graduate debt-free following four years of study. Open to Minnesota residents who demonstrate academic potential and financial need who plan on attending a Minnesota 4-Year PUBLIC college or university. Other criteria: US Citizen, Under 21 years of age when start as a Freshman, Essay can include unusual personal or family circumstances, Have SIGNIFICANT financial need. MUST live ON CAMPUS, then earn a college 2.5 unweighted GPA or higher. Due: March 15, 2018 https://www.scholarsapply.org/catchabreak/

Intertech Foundation (in Eagan, MN) STEM Scholarship for students interested in pursuing careers as professional software developers. FOR: current college students or college-bound high school seniors, who have excelled in the areas of Math and Science, to pursue college studies in the area of computer science. $2500 award. Need a 3.3 unweighted GPA or higher after college Semester 1 to receive the 2nd payment. Major in Computer Science, enrolled or plan to enroll in college. Participation in the National First Robotic Challenge is preferred but NOT required. DEADLINE: March 15, 2018. https://www.intertech.com/About/Foundation/Scholarship

Minnesota Section of the Society of Women Engineers Scholarship Program For: Women students in engineering and computer science at schools in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. 15 $1,000 to $2,000 scholarships. Students need only one application for other scholarships available in SWE program. http://www.swe-mn.org/current-scholarships.html Apply online or by paper. Due: March 16, 2018.

Firmin “Ace” Alexander Scholarship = a $1,000 scholarship to a Saint Paul Public Schools high school senior student of color who will pursue a MAJOR in EDUCATION & become a TEACHER.. Must have a weighted GPA of 3.0 or higher. Resume, 2 recommendations, transcript, 500 word essay with information about you, including why education is important to you, & why you want to become an educator (teacher). http://tinyurl.com/FirminACE2018 Due: March 16.

Hospitality Minnesota Education Foundation Scholarships – for ANY Minnesota student of ANY age who is pursuing a career in foodservice, lodging, or hospitality. MUST be pursuing a hospitality or culinary arts degree full time in ANY state. Minimum 2.5 GPA or higher. Essay, two recommendations, transcript. Preference given to graduates of the ProSTART or HTMP (Hospitality &Tourism Management Prog.) programs. Received by March 16, 2018. http://www.hospitalitymn.org/scholarships.html

Olga B. Hart Education Foundation 5 - $2,000 scholarships to students from Saint Paul Public Schools who plan to major in human service fields. Including, but not limited to: teachers, social workers, youth workers, probation officers, police officers, counselors, clergies, and child care workers. Must have a weighted 2.5 GPA or higher, a 1-2 page essay about you, why a college education is important, and what field you want to go into, PLUS official transcript, resume, recommendation. http://tinyurl.com/OlgaBHart2018 Due: March 16, 2018.

Mechanic Arts High School ‘M’ Club Scholarship For students that currently reside in the former Mechanic Arts High School boundary. See map, below. $2500 for one senior male and $2500 for one senior female. Weighted 2.3 GPA or higher, on track to graduate on time, plan to attend college this fall, resume, official high school transcript, recommendation, 1-2 page essay. http://tinyurl.com/MClub2018 Due: March 16, 2018. Map of the Mechanic Arts attendance area: https://www.spps.org/cms/lib/MN01910242/Centricity/Domain/1501/Mechanic%20Arts%20Map.bmp

National Foster Parent Association Scholarships 5 $500 awards for high school seniors. Must be foster youth, adopted youth, or biological youth of currently licensed foster parents. Must have a parent or adult that is a member of NFPA (can join now), high school transcript, a minimum of two (2) letters of recommendation from: foster parents, social workers, residential center, principal/teacher/guidance counselor, employer, etc., an essay in 300-500 words on "How my foster care experience has shaped my future goals," Submit the required documentation with your online form, or email all documentation as an attachment to [email protected] http://nfpaonline.org/nfpascholarship March 23. OTHER Youth Scholarships and TIPS for filling out the FAFSA at http://nfpaonline.org/youthscholarship

Hospitality Minnesota Education Foundation Scholarships – for ANY Minnesota student of ANY age who is pursuing a career in foodservice, lodging, or hospitality. MUST be pursuing a hospitality or culinary arts degree full time in ANY state. Minimum 2.5 GPA or higher. Essay, two recommendations, transcript. Preference given to graduates of the ProSTART or HTMP (Hospitality &Tourism Management Prog.) programs. Received by March 23, 2018 http://www.hospitalitymn.org/scholarships.html

Constance Currie Scholarship – For those who have lived, worked, or volunteered or ATTEND SCHOOL (including OWL!) on the West Side (55107 zip code) or who have been actively involved with Neighborhood House or the West Side Community may apply AND are seeking first-time postsecondary education (college). High academic achievement is not required but enthusiasm & a potential to succeed are required. $1,000 - $1,500 renewable awards. Go to http://neighb.org/ & scroll down to the bottom to get app. Under “Eligibility” on the app., simply write in “Open World Learning Community on the West Side” Due: March 28.

The Links, Incorporated Minneapolis-St. Paul Chapter Scholarship for African American graduating high school seniors with a ‘B’ average (3.0 GPA) or higher. $1000 awards. Fill out paper form, plus submit a personal statement, a recommendation, and an official transcript with SAT or ACT scores. Visit the CCC for an application. Due: March 25. School’s designated contact’s deadline = March 31.

William C. and Corrine J. Dietrich Scholarship Up to 8 $5,000 renewable (total $20,000 paid over 4 years) awards. SPPS winners in the past! Must be a graduating senior at a Minnesota PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL & pursuing a 4-year Bachelor’s degree full time. SENDING A RESUME or OTHER THINGS does NOT replace a required area on the application. CONTINUE your thoughts on a separate sheet! BEWARE! Write neatly OR type using the fillable pdf feature. http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/dietrich/ March ??, 2018.

U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Scholarships Ten to twenty $3000 - $5000 awards. For SENIORS of Asian Pacific Island heritage. Multiple scholarships → must apply to each individually. U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, full time college student Fall 2018, able to attend celebration banquet May 29 – June 1, 2018 in Bethesda, MD (winners attend for FREE!!), 3.3 GPA or higher, leadership, community service, financial need, essay, transcript, tax return, 2 recommendation letters, photo. http://celebrasianconference.com/scholarships Fill out online form, then print/send. Due: March 30, 2018. Bruce Lee Scholarship = for ALL seniors who are US Citizens or Permanent Residents. Due: March 30.

PFLAG National Scholarships For graduating seniors entering higher education for the first time, this calendar year (if you graduated in the past year and took a time off you are still eligible to apply), who: Self identify as a gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer or anywhere within the LGBTQ "family," or as an ally, Demonstrate an interest in service to the LGBTQ community, & Have applied to an accredited U.S. higher education institution. $1,000, $2,000 and $5,000 scholarships for U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Citizens. Go to http://community.pflag.org/scholarship PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally LGBTQ organization. Website in English/Spanish! Due: March 26.

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers-Twin Cities Chapter Academic Scholarship Starts at $1000. Criteria: Be a resident of, or student in, Minnesota, (regardless of status), Hispanic or Latino heritage, 2.75 GPA on an unweighted 4.0 scale or higher, financial need, must plan to major in science, technology, engineering, or math, is planning to, or already, attending college fall 2018, provide college acceptance letter, be able to attend their Scholarship Gala on April 27, 2018. http://www.shpetwincities.org/scholarships.html Deadline: March 30, 2018.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarships For Hispanic heritage graduating high school seniors through graduate school. $500 to $5000 awards. 3.0 GPA unweighted or higher for high school, 2.5 college GPA or higher if in college. Must attend college this Fall. FOR: U.S. Citizen, Permanent Legal Resident, DACA or Eligible Non-Citizen (as defined by FAFSA). All majors and graduate fields accepted. Emphasis on STEM majors. https://www.hsf.net/en_US/scholarships Due: March 30.

Nuts, Bolts and Thingamajigs Scholarships Fabricators & Manufacturers Association Foundation. For students entering or in courses of study that may lead to careers in manufacturing. $1,500-$2500 each. Criteria: Going to a 4-year college: 3.0 GPA or higher; for 2-year College: 2.5 GPA or higher. Must pursue mechanical engineering, welding, industrial tech., etc. www.nutsandboltsfoundation.org→ Apply any time. HOWEVER, to receive an award for Fall 2018, must apply Jan. 1 - March 31, 2018. Spring Semester Due: Sept. 30. Awards decided in April for fall terms and November for spring terms.

Ashley’s Dream One $5,000 scholarship. High School Seniors only. Write an essay, up to 500 words, explaining to us how you are advocating against the dangers of drinking and driving. Convince us in 500 words that you are actively making your friends, family, community, and our roads a safer place. Go to http://ashleysdream.org/ Opens online March 1 & must be submitted by March 31, 2018.

SFM Foundation Scholarship – $1,000 - $10,000 renewable awards for students whose parent or guardian has been seriously injured or killed working for a Minnesota or Wisconsin employer. You must plan to go to any 2 or 4-year college. Must have financial need & be between the ages of 16 & 25 at the time of the application. Download at www.sfm-foundation.org (This can be faxed in.) Received by: March 31, 2018.

Teamsters Local 320 Lowell D. Lynch Scholarship Program – 10 $2000 and 20 $1000 awards. For graduating seniors. Applicant, father, mother, or guardian must be a union member in good standing of Teamsters Local #320 & have a “B” (3.0) GPA or better. Official transcript + two letters of reference (1 from teacher). Winners to be selected by lot. www.teamsterslocal320.org “Member Resources” March 31 The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship – For outstanding High School Seniors – must be the son, daughter or grandchild of an active, retired, disabled or deceased or laid-off Teamster member who has or had at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing in the Teamsters Union. Top 15% of your class, Excellent SAT or ACT scores, Plan to attend a 4-year college. ACTIVITIES list. http://teamster.org/benefits/jrh-scholarship Must be RECEIVED by 5pm EST, March 31, 2018. Scholarships: $10,000 awards split over four year, as well as $1000 awards (one time only).

LULAC National Scholarship Fund - For Hispanic Students. Must send completed app to the nearest center in your state (See list). Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, or be granted Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Must have applied to or be enrolled in a college, university, or graduate school, including 2-year colleges, or vocational schools that lead to an associate’s degree. National GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale or equivalent, and, if the student is an entering freshman, the student scores 29 or higher on the ACT test, or 1350 or higher on the SAT test. $2000 awards. Honors GPA of 3.00 or better on a 4.0 scale or equivalent, and, if the student is an entering freshman, the student scores 23 or higher on the ACT test, or 1100 or higher on the SAT test. $500-$2000 awards. General: Grades & academic performance will serve as indicators of potential; however, emphasis may be placed on the individual’s motivation, sincerity, & integrity, which can best be revealed through a personal interview and in the personal essay. Need, community involvement, & leadership activities will also be considered. $250-$1000. https://www.lnesc.org/lnsf Postmark deadline: March 31, 2018.

LEDC Latino Scholarship Fund 2018 – For Minnesota students of Latino origin OR One or both parents born in a Latin American country planning to attend a Minnesota college. 2 Scholarships of $2500 each. For graduating HS Seniors with a 2.5 GPA on an unweighted 4.0 scale - have financial need, leadership in the Latino Community, 3 letters of recommendation, personal essay. Also FOR Non-Traditional student (defined as an adult who did not enroll in college the fall following their spring graduation from high school, or a student who graduated with a GED or other HS diploma equivalent. Preference given to those ineligible to receive local or federal government funds for college. 612-724-5332 [email protected] → http://ledc-mn.org/index.php/en/2018/01/16/2018-application/ March 31, 2018

Foster Care to Success scholarships. $2500 - $5000 renewable up to FIVE years awards for Undergraduate Study. Must have been in public or private foster care for the 12 consecutive months leading up to and including your 18th birthday, OR Have been adopted or placed into legal guardianship after your 16th birthday, OR Have been orphaned for at least one year at the time of your 18th birthday and not subsequently adopted. Must be under the age of 25 on March 31 of the year in which you first apply, Have been in foster care or orphaned while living in the U.S.(Citizenship is NOT required). Apply online. Recipients and non-recipients are notified via email, at the email address provided in their online application. http://www.fc2success.org OTHER resources for Foster Care Youth on website. March 31, 2018.

Muslim Youth Leadership Awards – $2500 SCHOLARSHIPS for High School Seniors through Graduate School students who have a COMMITMENT to COMMUNITY SERVICE. Must be a full time college student Fall 2018-2019 in Minnesota OR be a MN student enrolled in an accredited online program. Unweighted 2.5 GPA or higher. Full-time law students, full-time journalism students, & students who have actively engaged in political activism should complete one section of the specialized essays in addition to general essays to receive bonus credit. Once chosen for a MYLA scholarship, recipient will be required to take part in a community service project or training within one year of receiving the scholarship. www.mylawards.org/scholarship.html Submit online by 11:59pm CT March 31. Muslim Youth Leadership Awards (Continued…) Interest-free Loans- In partnership with A Continuous Charity (ACC), MYLA offers Interest- free Loans to students who are starting their higher education, or to students who started their higher education but need more financial support to complete their degree, or to graduates who have finished their higher education but have unpaid interest-based loans.INFO FOUND HERE: www.mylawards.org/scholarship.html

Minnesota PTA Scholarship 3 $1000 awards for high school seniors based on academic performance, financial need, community service, and essay response. Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher. Plan to attend college IN Minnesota and MAJOR in Education AND be a graduating senior attending a Minnesota Public High School where there is an active PTA in good standing with the MN PTA, OR have a membership with the MN North Star PTA ($15). March 31. https://mnpta.org/scholarship/

Teamsters Local 320 Lowell D. Lynch Scholarship Program – 10 $2000 and 20 $1000 awards. For graduating seniors. Applicant, father, mother, or guardian must be a union member in good standing of Teamsters Local #320 & have a “B” (3.0) GPA or better. Official transcript + two letters of reference (1 from teacher). Winners to be selected by lot. www.teamsterslocal320.org “Member Resources” March 31

The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship – For outstanding High School Seniors – must be the son, daughter or grandchild of an active, retired, disabled or deceased or laid-off Teamster member who has or had at least 12 months of consecutive membership in good standing in the Teamsters Union. Top 15% of your class, Excellent SAT or ACT scores, Plan to attend a 4-year college. ACTIVITIES list. 5pm EST, March 31. One $10,000 award split over four year, or one $1000 award (one time only). http://www.jrhmsf.org/

The Skin Care Ox: Beauty + Wellness Scholarship for Women – this program was established to provide financial support to college women who are striving to lead healthy lifestyles. If you’re a female high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is committed to maintaining personal wellness, then apply today! $1000 awards plus a care package of organic products. QUARTERLY deadlines: online 11:59pm PT on Jan. 1, Mar. 31, June 30, Sept. 30. FOR ANY MAJOR with ANY GPA. https://www.skincareox.com/

American Federation of Teachers Robert G. Porter Scholars Program – Four $8,000 scholarships to high school seniors who are dependents of AFT members (at least 1 parent must be an AFT member in good standing for a minimum of 1 year. Children or legal dependents of AFT national, state or local union staff are not eligible. Must be planning to attend a 4-year college, and have outstanding service to your community. Must ALSO discuss your commitment to advancing the interests of working people and building unions. AND ten (10) one time $1,000 grants to AFT members to assist with their continuing education. https://www.aft.org/member-benefits/scholarships March 31, ‘18

Great Clips Scholarships for COSMETOLOGY STUDENTS. $250 - $1500 awards and tools. . http://jobs.greatclips.com/page/show/schools Deadline: RECEIVED by March 31, 2018.

Minnesota Association of Administrators of State and Federal Education Programs (MAASFEP) Three $2000 awards. Must attend a Title I School (OWL is one), be a senior graduating ON TIME, 2.5 GPA or higher, have community service, extra-curricular activities, leadership, positive attitude, good role model, going to a 4-yr or 2-yr college. Hilda Sanchez-Henke Memorial: must be Latino and participate in Title I &/or Migrant Education Program. Jessie Montano Educational Scholarship (4 year degree). General MAASFEP Scholarship (2 year degree). ALL require: essay, provide 2 recommendations, current transcript. Apply at http://www.maasfep.org/scholarships/ Must complete app in 1 session online OR paper copies received by April 9.

Hmong American Education Fund http://www.thehaef.org/scholarships-for-hmong-students.html Friends of Saint Paul College Scholarship (must plan to attend Saint Paul College). 1 $2000 award Cher Yee Lee and Ma Vang Memorial Scholarship (MUST have 5 or MORE siblings). ABCS Home Care, Inc. Scholarship 2 $2500 awards for a Hmong MN High School SENIOR or graduate or GED holder, 3.0GPA on an unweighted scale or higher, 1 recommendation, Merit-Based. Valley Dental Arts Scholarship 1 $1000 award for MN Hmong going to college full time 2018-2019 with a 3.0 unweighted GPA or higher MAJORING in Science or Engineering. Concordia University Hmong Student HAEF Scholarship 1 $1000 award for Hmong from ANY state to attend Concordia Univ. Chong Bee and May Vang Living Legacy Scholarships – $2500 awards. 1 male and 1 female Hmong high school senior, graduate or GED holder with a 3.0 unweighted GPA or higher who has lost one or both parents. Must attend banquet on Aug. 4. Phagna Touby Lyfoung Leadership Legacy Memorial Scholarship 2 $1000 awards for Hmong from ANY state with a minimum 3.4 GPA on an unweighted scale from a lower middle class family. HAEF Scholarship 1 and 2 - 1 $1000 award to a Hmong FEMALE and 1 $1000 award to a Hmong MALE → MUST BE a Hmong senior or high school graduate or GED holder from Minnesota with a 3.0 unweighted GPA or higher, who has demonstrated making a difference in their community, who has financial need or hardship. One letter of recommendation, transcript, and up to 1,500 word essay. Download and Save EACH form, TYPE your responses, Save & EMAIL it to them by April 15, 2018

Hmong American Education Fund – Hmong Home Health Care Scholarship – for two Minnesota Hmong High School Senior or GED holder, attending college FULL TIME next year, 3.2 unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale, planning to MAJOR in Healthcare, Social Services, or related fields. DUE: April 15. http://www.thehaef.org/scholarships-for-hmong-students.html Download and Save the form, TYPE your responses, Save and EMAIL it to them.

Hmong American Education Fund - Sia Yang Memorial Scholarship. Must have lost parent/parents through death. ONE $1000 award to a Hmong and/or Southeast Asian refugee senior or high school graduate or GED holder or college or graduate school student from ANY state. Must attend college full time 2017- 2018 and have outstanding academic achievements. IF win and are from Minnesota, must attend banquet on August 4, 2018 in Minnesota. Must write about how you are making a difference in your community and how losing your parent(s) impacted you. One letter of recommendation, transcript, and up to 1,500 word essay. http://www.thehaef.org/scholarships-for-hmong-students.html DUE: April 15. Download and Save the form, Type your responses, Save and EMAIL it to them.

HAEF Scholarships for Hmong students OUT of High School and IN COLLEGE: For Minnesota Only Continuing College or Graduate Hmong Students AND For All Hmong Students Currently in a 2-Year College, 4-Year University or Graduate School in the United States: http://www.thehaef.org/scholarships-for-hmong-students.html April 15.

Cherzong V. Vang Scholarship – 2 $500 awards for a US Citizen or Permanent Resident from ANY background from ANY STATE who is a HS senior, HS graduate, GED holder, or current college student/graduate school student, attending 2-year, 4-year or graduate school. Must write about your knowledge of Hmong people and what you have done to help your community outside of school. April 15. http://www.thehaef.org/scholarships-for-hmong-students.html Download and Save the form, Type your responses, Save and EMAIL it to them.

DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIP LIST at http://open.spps.org Under Our Program → Counseling Click NAVIANCE Log in with s and CIF # + Password Click COLLEGES Scroll Down, Click SCHOLARSHIP LIST THEN click “deadline” twice re-order the scholarships for a better list.

OPEN SCHOLARSHIPS for High School Seniors + College Students: https://scholarshipamerica.org/what-we-do/students-parents/

MILITARY KIDS – FREE SAT/ACT Prep through eKnowledge SAT/ACT Prep Project with the Operation Military Kids. $350 value. Final cost: $19.99 paid by student that covers streaming, shipping, etc. ?s 951-256-4076 or [email protected] Semester-length program. Information is at www.eKnowledge.com/OMK Teen Leadership Forum – was held March 9-11, 2018. http://www.minnesotanationalguard.org/momc/assets/TLF%202018.pdf

Ayn Rand Essay Contest – Grades 8, 9, & 10 . You must read Anthem and write an essay between 600 and 1200 words in length on one of three topics. https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#anthem-1 Prizes: $2000 - $30. Submit online or by paper. Online is due by 11:59pm Pacific standard time. Due: May 1.

Ayn Rand Essay Contest – Grades 11 & 12. . You must read The Fountainhead and write an essay between 800 and 1600 words in length on one of three topics. https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#thefountainhead- 1 Prizes: $10,000 - $50. Submit online or by paper. Online is due by 11:59pm Pacific standard time. Due: May 15.

Ayn Rand Essay Contest – Grade 12, College Undergraduates and Graduate Students. You must read Atlas Shrugged and write an essay between 800 and 1600 words in length on one of three topics. Prizes: $10,000 - $50. https://www.aynrand.org/students/essay-contests#atlasshrugged-1 Submit online or by paper. Online is due by 11:59pm Pacific standard time. Postmark: May 15, 2018.