Newtown High School Lists Scholarships

The Career Center publicizes all scholarships of which it is notified. A few of the scholarships, typically national ones, request that money be enclosed with the application. The Career Center believes that students should not have to pay to apply for scholarships. If a student chooses to apply for a scholarship that charges a fee, however, the Career Center strongly advises that he or she first check its authenticity through the FTC Consumer Response Center, www.ftc.gov, 877-FTC-HELP; the National Fraud Information Center, www.fraud.org, 800-876-7060; or the Better Business Bureau, www.bbg.org or 703-276-0100.

Brill Scholarship — At least one $500 scholarship to be used toward post high school education will be awarded to any lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersexed, or ally youth who is currently attending or is planning to attend a college or technical school or accredited post high school program. Eligible applicants must be active in school or the community concerning LGBTIA issues. The completed scholarship application is due by April 1.

Bruce Eagleson Memorial Scholarship Award — One $10,000 first place scholarship and two $5,000 runner-up scholarships will be awarded to three seniors graduating from a Connecticut Association of Schools-member high school who will be entering into a higher education program leading to a degree in either the visual or performing arts. Applicants should be highly accomplished in at least one branch of the arts, including, but not limited to, visual, music, theater, dance, design, and architecture. Candidates should also be involved in service to the community through artistic or other activities and demonstrate financial need. The due date for applications is March 3.

Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective Scholarship — One $500 nonrenewable scholarship will be awarded to students enrolled in a two- or four-year college. Applicants must be Connecticut residents and identify as lesbian, gay, transgender, or be from a transgender household /family. The application materials must be postmarked by April 12.

CT FCCLA Scholarship — A $500 scholarship to encourage and provide financial aid to CT FCCLA members to pursue a degree in family and consumer sciences (FCS) education or a related occupation. Applicants must have a background with activities related to FCS and FFCLA, be planning to major in FCS education, have good grades, and demonstrate financial need. Completed applications including a 500-word essay are due by March 1.

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences/Connecticut Affiliate — A $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is planning to major in a family and consumer sciences field in a two- or four-year school of higher education. A few of these fields include child development, fashion design, dietetics, hotel and restaurant management, etc. The student selection will be based upon leadership qualities, character, academic grades, SAT scores, clubs, and activities. A complete list of criteria is available in the Career Center. Applications must be received by March 1.

GLSEN Scholarship — The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network of Connecticut will award two $500 scholarships regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, to students who have worked in their school environment to ensure that all students are valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression. Applicants must be high school seniors who will attend an eligible secondary or postsecondary institution next year and a resident of Connecticut. Applications must be postmarked by April 10.

Connecticut Parks Association, Inc Dennis Malone Memorial Scholarship — This scholarship is open to graduating seniors who plan to pursue a career in park management, forestry, horticulture, agronomy, or a closely related field in an accredited four-year college. The scholarship awards are in the amount of up to $1,000, depending on the number of recipients. Financial need, academic achievement, and involvement in activities related to this field will be considered in the selection process. The deadline is April 30.