Jones High School

We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools. Martin Luther King, Jr.

The WEOKIE Foundation is thrilled to continue the scholarship competition for our High School Seniors. Each year the Foundation awards $50,000 in scholarships to 25 graduating seniors a $2,000 scholarship for college or vocational school. Please share the included flyer for more information about this year’s topic along with rules for the essay application. Act now, the deadline is Monday, January 31. 2022. https://www.weokie.org/foundation

JHS JUNIORS: YOUTH LEADERSHIP OKLAHOMA APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN AND DEADLINE TO APPLY IS THIS FRIDAY, JAN 14. This is a great opportunity. See information below: Good afternoon! I have been going through our applications for the 2022 cycle of Youth Leadership Oklahoma and noticed that we don’t have an application from Jones. We would love to have one of your students apply again. Program dates are June 5th – 10th and I’ve attached a flyer to this email from your reference and distribution to your students. Applications can be found here: https://leadershipoklahoma.com/page/YouthApplicationProcess Applications are due next Friday, January 14th at 5pm. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1786144/YLOK_Flyer_2022.pdf

JHS Students: Do you have a passion for writing, photography, outdoor education, videography, web design, marketing or social media? The Wildlife Department will hire several interns to fill positions in the Communication & Education Division. Interns will help with communication efforts through a variety of communication channels and assist with the Department's educational programs. These internships are paid positions that report to the Oklahoma City headquarters or the Jenks office. The work schedule is flexible during regular business hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. For more information and to apply, go to https://www.wildlifedepartment.com/odwc-careers/internships?utm_campaign=22_CE_Intern&utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=

JHS JUNIORS INTERESTED IN LAW ENFORCEMENT: Cadet applications for the 48th Cadet Lawman Academy are now being accepted through the Cadet Lawman Facebook group Sign Up link at the top of the page! Link to sign up: https://form.jotform.com/cadet_lawman/47th-cadet-lawman-registration-form Please be sure when you are filling out the application that your first and last name, email address and phone number is entered correctly. Academy Dates - June 5 - June 11, 2022 (The sign up form still has last years dates however they are working on getting them updated) Applicants must be a Senior in High School during the school year 2022/2023 DEADLINE - All applications must be submitted via the Sign Up link by March 31, 2022 at 11:59 pm New this year: Connors State College is now offering 3 credit hours to those cadets meeting the eligibility requirements, moving forward. If you have any questions, please contact us at: 405-295-5001 or cadetlawman@gmail.com

EngineerGirl Writing Contest EngineerGirl is offering a scholarship to young girls who want to pursue engineering. The 2021 contest invites students to submit a piece of writing that salutes engineering’s role in meeting and defeating the challenges presented by COVID-19. There are three categories based on grade level, each with its own eligibility requirements. Each category will celebrate their own winners. Students can participate if they are within grades 3-12. Award Amount: 9 awards; $100-$500 Deadline: February 1, 2022 https://www.engineergirl.org/143653/2022-contest

Fisher House Scholarships for Military Children The Scholarships for Military Children Program was created to recognize the contributions of military families to the readiness of the fighting force and to celebrate the role of the commissary in the military family community. Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate program. High school applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and college applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Students will be asked to write a short 500-word essay as well as submit transcripts and validation of military dependency. Award Amount: 500 awards; $2,000 Deadline: February 17, 2022 https://fisherhouse.org/programs/scholarship-programs/scholarships-for-military-children/

ackie Robinson Scholarship Through its Mentoring and Leadership Development Program, the Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need. Eligible students must be citizens of the United Sate and have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined on the math and critical reading sections or a composite ACT score of 21. To apply, students must submit an online application, which includes four essay questions. Additionally, they must submit a professional headshot and one letter of recommendation. Award Amount: Multiple awards; up to $30,000 Deadline: JANUARY 12, 2022 https://jackierobinson.org/apply/

Gordon A. Rich Memorial Foundation Scholarship The Gordon A. Rich Memorial Foundation was created to honor the memory of Gordon Rich. He was an extraordinary athlete, an accomplished pianist, master chef and a loving father and husband. The Foundation awards grants to support the higher education goals of its recipients. Applicants should be high school students with demonstrated financial need whose parents or guardians have, or had, a career in the financial services industry. Students should also have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. Award Amount: Multiple awards; up to $50,000 Deadline: February 16, 2022 http://www.gordonrich.org/html/apply.html

Christopher's 31st Annual Poster Contest High school students are invited to create a poster interpreting the theme “You Can Make a Difference”. Applicants can create a poster digitally and submit it digitally. If a student prefers to draw, paint or hand make their poster, they can mail it to The Christopher’s address listed on the application page. Eligible students must be living in the United States. Award Amount: 8 awards; $100–$1,000 Deadline: February 17, 2022 https://www.christophers.org/poster-contest

Orange Scholars Scholarship Program The Homer Fund seeks to truly make a positive impact in our associates’ lives. The Fund recognizes how expensive post-secondary education can be, and decided in 2006 to branch out and seek other ways to show its support of our associates. Thus, the Orange Scholars Scholarship Program was created. Orange Scholars offers scholarships to Home Depot and subsidiaries associates' children based on financial need and academic performance, as well as community involvement and leadership. Financial need is given the highest consideration. Award Amount: $2,500 Deadline: January 21, 2022 https://thdhomerfund.org/scholarships

Hamilton Scholars Program Inspired by Alexander Hamilton’s legacy of leadership through service, Alexander Hamilton Scholars (AHS) empowers high-achieving, underserved students to succeed in college and career. Our vision is to build leaders of character who will improve our nation and our world through their service, innovation and excellence. Our five-year program provides underserved students with a comprehensive network of support and guidance as they transition from high school to college, and college to career. Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: January 26, 2022 https://www.hamiltonscholars.org/

CareerFitter.com Scholarship CareerFitter.com helps millions find their purpose through their career tests and advice. Applicants for this $1,000 scholarship must write a 900 character (not word) essay answering: "What is the perfect career for you, and why?" Undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to apply. A specific major is not required for this award, but the applicant should have above a 2.4 Grade Point Average. Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: January 31, 2022 https://www.careerfitter.com/scholarship

Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship Program Focus on school, not paying for it. Three different types of high school scholarships pay up to 100% college tuition with stipends that vary according to the type of scholarship. Award Amount: Multiple awards; varies Deadline: January 13, 2022 https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/

American Quarter Horse Association Scholarship Various scholarships are offered through the general program, which currently includes scholarship opportunities for students to complete either their undergraduate or graduate-level degree. Whether students are involved through their AQHA state affiliate, 4-H, FFA or local play-days, we provide scholarship opportunities for the student’s educational development. Students may enroll in a college degree plan of their choice and achieve the personal advancement needed to enter their desired professional employment field. Award Amount: Multiple awards; $500-$45,000 Deadline: January 15, 2022 https://aqhfoundation.smapply.io/prog/aqhf_scholarship_program/

Elie Weisel Foundation Prize in Ethics Essay Contest Our mission is to combat indifference, intolerance and injustice through international dialogues and youth-focused programs that promote acceptance, understanding and equality. Registered undergraduate full-time Juniors or Seniors at accredited four-year colleges or universities in the United States during the Fall 2021 or Spring 2022 Semester may enter the essay contest. Award Amount: Varies Deadline: January 18, 2022 https://eliewieselfoundation.org/prize-ethics/winners/

JHS Seniors: The following large scholarships through the Oklahoma City Community Foundation have deadlines coming up Feb 15: Carolyn Watson Opportunities Scholarship in amount of $12,000.00 Dr. Gary M Moore Great Plan Scholarship in amount of $20,000.00 OGE Positive Energy Scholarship in amount of $15,000.00 Go to www.occf.org/scholarships for more information and to apply.

JHS Seniors interested in Rose State. The President's Leadership Scholarship is now open. Go and complete application at https://www.rose.edu/content/admissions-aid/financial-aid-scholarships/scholarships/

JHS Seniors: BSO Ivy Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Graduating senior of a metropolitan Oklahoma City area high school. A GPA ≥ 2.5. Preference is given to females. Preference is given to students attending historically Black colleges. Funds may be used for educational-related expenses such as tuition, fees and books at any academically accredited two-year, four-year or vocational technical nonprofit institution in the United States. Payments are made directly to the school. No more than six credit hours may be completed online each semester. The BSO Ivy Foundation Fund was established in 2004 to support the Beta Sigma Omega Chapter charitable scholarships and gifts. This is an endowed scholarship fund of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation administered in conjunction with the BSO Ivy Foundation. Award$2,000 Deadline03/01/2022 Supplemental Questions Reflect on a teacher, coach or administrator whose guidance influenced you to continue your education. (Please limit to 500 words. Please know that applicants must complete a General Application before applying to specific scholarship opportunities. Think of the General Application as setting up a Student Profile. Submitting a General Application does not mean that an applicant has applied for any scholarships FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY GO TO www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS Juniors and Seniors that would be interested in serving as a Page for Senator Shane Jett, please see Mr. Moses. He has more detailed information and application.