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JHS SENIORS: 95th Division Scholarship Eligibility Requirements of Application: Applicants must be a graduating high school senior or a student enrolled in a college or vocational degree program. Applicants must be a descendant of a member of one of the various components** of the 95th Division. Unweighted GPA greater than or equal to 2.5. Applicants must plan to attend any fully-accredited, profit or not-for-profit college, university or vocational school offering a two-year or a four-year curriculum in the United States. Preference for financial need **"Components" include World War II, or the various transitions of the Division as part of the Army Reserves. Questions about service records can be directed by email to the following contact: contact@newforums.com The 95th Division Scholarship is a one-time award with an opportunity to reapply. Recipients may be considered for additional years of scholarship funding, but the recipient must reapply for the 95th Division Scholarship. No one student may receive the scholarship more than four years. Funds may be used for 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. The 95th Division established this scholarship through an initial gift to the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. The 95th Division Scholarship fund encourages graduating high school students who are descendants of a soldier who served in any component of the 95th Division to pursue post-secondary education. Elements of the 95th Division are located in most areas of the United States, and soldiers/veterans of the Division may be found in any of the 50 states. This is an endowed scholarship fund of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. Award $2,000 Deadline 05/01/2020 Supplemental Questions Name of most recently attended school: Cumulative GPA from most recently attended school (report your unweighted GPA only): College currently attending or college you plan to attend: Major or Area of Academic Interest: Submit the name and email address of a person (school counselor, teacher or community leader) who can submit a letter of reference on your behalf. FAFSA: Please attach your FAFSA Student Aid Report (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for the next academic year. Read help text for assistance as the FAFSA application. FAFSA submission opens October 1, 2019, and will use 2017 tax information. Did you complete the transcript request portion on your High School Senior application OR the College Student application? If not, please make sure your transcript has been submitted. Describe your higher education goals and how life events/experiences have led you to these goals? Is the 95th Division member you are related to active or retired? What is your relationship to the 95th Division member? (example: child, grandchild, etc.) Enter the time of service for the 95th Division member: Enter the subordinate unit the 95th Division member served in: Rank of the 95th Division member: If you have some verification of the ancestor's assignment to the 95th Division -- like an evaluation report, an assignment order, the DD214 form, or some reasonable historical document -- please upload a copy. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS Seniors: Dr. Eugene S. Briggs Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Students who are residents of Oklahoma and are graduating, or have graduated, from an Oklahoma high school. Must have a financial need. Academic achievement, community service and need will all be reviewed in the application process. Recipients of this scholarship must be enrolled full time in a course of study leading to a degree or certification at an academically accredited nonprofit institution in the United States. Funds may be used for tuition, fees and book expenses; payments are made directly to the school. Awards must be used within the immediate academic year after the award is granted. The Lions of Oklahoma established this memorial trust fund to perpetually memorialize and show appreciation to a fellow Oklahoma Lion, Dr. Eugene S. Briggs. He was the former president of Phillips University and a past international president of Lions Clubs. Award $2,500 Deadline 03/15/2020 Supplemental Questions Name of most recently attended school: Cumulative GPA from most recently attended school (report your unweighted GPA only): College currently attending or college you plan to attend: Major or Area of Academic Interest: Please write an essay (300-500 words) in which you share the following information about yourself and your goals: (a) Who and how did someone inspire you to continue your education? (b) Describe a defining moment in your life, and if it was a negative experience, how did you turn it around? (c) Are there any special circumstances in your life/family that will impact your educational goals? Please write a summary (100 words) about the Lions organization and services in Oklahoma. Submit the name and email address of a person (school counselor, teacher or community leader) who can submit a letter of reference on your behalf. Your application must be endorsed by a Lions Club. Please send an email to the Lions State Office (OKLions.Briggs@gmail.com); include the following information in your email: (1) your name, (2) your address, (3) your email and (4) your phone/cell number. Your email to the Lions State Office is your request for an endorsement and your consent for a member of Oklahoma Lions to contact you. FAFSA: Please attach your FAFSA Student Aid Report (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for the next academic year. Read help text for assistance as the FAFSA application. FAFSA submission opens October 1, 2019, and will use 2017 tax information. Apply at www.occf.or/scholarships

JHS Seniors: Garner-Stocker Foundation Scholarship Eligibility: Applicants must be an employee or legal dependent of any employee of Taco Mayo Franchise Systems, Inc., or one of Taco Mayo Franchise Systems, Inc.’s franchisees or vendors. Applicants must be students at an accredited institution, pursuing a degree or certification program. High school students or students not currently enrolled may apply with award contingent upon acceptance into a degree or certification program. Only one scholarship award per household. Preference may be given to applicants from households with greater longevity with respect to the sponsoring employer. Renewal: Eligible students may re-apply. A collegiate GPA ≥ 2.0 and current enrollment in a minimum of 12 credit hours is required for the reapplication process. Limited to four consecutive years. Funds may be used for tuition, fees and book expenses at any accredited institution of higher education for degree or certification programs. Payments are made directly to the school. No more than six credit hours may be completed online each semester. The Garner-Stocker Foundation, Inc. established the Taco Mayo Scholarship Fund at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation with the purpose of benefiting individuals associated with Taco Mayo Franchise Systems, Inc., and assisting them in the pursuit of a college-level education. Award $1,000 Deadline 06/01/2020 Supplemental Questions Name of most recently attended school: Cumulative GPA from most recently attended school (report your unweighted GPA only): College currently attending or college you plan to attend: Major or Area of Academic Interest: Please indicate the eligibility category that qualifies you for this scholarship. Please submit the name and email address of a current employer who will provide a letter of recommendation on your behalf. Provide a brief statement relating to how this scholarship would benefit you, why you have chosen your intended or current field of study, and what your goals are with respect to that field of study (300-500 words). Provide a statement of association with Taco Mayo Franchise Systems, Inc. as an employee, dependent of an employee, vendor or vendor's dependent and the length of that association. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS SENIORS Elsie Mae 'Nat' Glosemeyer Scholarship Eligibility: A graduate of one of the designated public high schools/alternative schools, or have attained a GED, in eastern Oklahoma County (east of I-35). Financial need is considered. The scholarship may be used at public schools (college or vocational) in Oklahoma. Funds may be used for tuition, fees and book expenses. Payments are made directly to the school. No more than six credit hours may be completed online each semester. The Elsie Mae ‘Nat’ Glosemeyer Memorial Scholarship was established in 1998 by friends and family of Ms. Glosemeyer to honor her work with students participating in the Oklahoma Job Training Partnership Act. The scholarship honors her work with students who were ‘at-risk’ of not fulfilling their educational potential. Award $2,000 Deadline 02/15/2020 Supplemental Questions Name of most recently attended school: Will you graduate or have you graduated from a high schools/alternative schools in eastern Oklahoma County (east of I-35): Carl Albert, Choctaw, Christian Heritage Academy, Crooked Oak, Del City, Harrah, Jones, Luther, Moore, Midwest City or Star Spencer? Have you obtained your GED? Cumulative GPA from most recently attended school (report your unweighted GPA only): College currently attending or college you plan to attend: Major or Area of Academic Interest: Submit the name and email address of a person (school counselor, teacher or community leader) who can submit a letter of reference on your behalf. Explain the obstacles you have overcome in preparing yourself for education after high school. (Please limit to 500 words.) Did you submit your household's FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) for the coming year when you completed the General Application? (NOTE: If you answered "no", please know that financial need may be considered for this scholarship, and to be eligible for this scholarship you need to return to the General Application/Student Profile and attach a FAFSA - or a 1040 if you cannot complete the FAFSA.) Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS SENIORS Rick Nagel Family Scholarship Fund for the Boys & Girls Clubs Eligibility: Graduating high school senior who has been active at a Boys & Girls Club facility in Oklahoma County. Alumni/ae who have graduated within the last two years may also apply. Applicants must be active at a Boys & Girls Club in Oklahoma County for a minimum of two years prior to high school graduation and in good standing. Student must have an unweighted GPA greater than or equal to 2.5. Preference for students going on to study in a STEM related degree program. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen. Funds may be used for tuition, fees, books and on-campus room and board at any accredited vocational, technical, 2-year or 4-year school. No more than six credit hours may be completed online each semester. The Rick Nagel Family Scholarship Fund for the Boys & Girls Clubs was established in 2017 by Rick Nagel. The fund encourages worthy students who participated in the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County through high school graduation to pursue higher academic achievement. This is an endowed scholarship fund of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. Award varies Deadline 03/01/2020 Supplemental Questions Name of most recently attended school: Cumulative GPA from most recently attended school (report your unweighted GPA only): College currently attending or college you plan to attend: Major or Area of Academic Interest: LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION: Please submit the name and email address of someone at your Boys & Girls Club who can submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. The person you request a letter from should be able to speak to your character, abilities and capacity in the areas of education, leadership and community service. What are you studying/what do you want to study, why is your school a good fit for you, and what are your career goals? Describe your achievements and involvement with your local Boys & Girls Club, listing the number of years you have been active, the name of your club, and the impact that involvement has had on your life. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS SENIORS: Michael Joel Weiss Scholarship Fund Eligibility: Employee or dependent of an employee of Carts and Parts Employee or dependent of an employee of Othello’s, Inc. restaurant group Preference to students with financial need. (Dependent is defined as a child of an employee, who is still on the employee’s medical insurance (26 years of age or younger). All applicants will be verified by the Carts and Parts or Othello’s, Inc., Human Resources Department. 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. This scholarship has a reapplication process. No more than six credit hours may be completed online each semester. The Michael Joel Weiss Scholarship Fund is an endowed scholarship fund of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation established by the Michael Joel Weiss Scholarship Fund Trust. Award varies Deadline 03/01/2020 Supplemental Questions Please select your connection to Carts and Parts or Othello's, Inc., below: How long have you worked at Carts and Parts or Othello's, Inc.? The college, vocational, or technical school I currently attend or plan to attend is: The name of the degree or certification program is: Unweighted GPA: Describe your career goals and how your education will help you achieve them. (Please limit to 500 words.) Please submit the name and email address of someone--teacher/professor, guidance counselor, principal, community leader, or employer--who can submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. The person you request a letter from should be able to speak to your abilities and capacity in the areas of education, leadership and community service. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS SENIORS THAT ARE APPLYING FOR ACADEMIC ALL STATE: Make sure you have all items including recommendation letters complete and submitted before December 5

JHS seniors: The deadline to apply for the Jones High School Scholarship and the Community Foundation Scholars Scholarship is fast approaching! Deadline is December 6. As you are enjoying time with family and friends this Thanksgiving Break, take some time to get these scholarship applications completed. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS seniors: The deadline to apply for the Jones High School Scholarship and the Community Foundation Scholars Scholarship is fast approaching! Deadline is December 6. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS seniors apply to be a Burger King scholar! WHO CAN APPLY: High School Seniors BK® Employees Children, Spouses or Partners of Employees WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE: $1,000 - $50,000 in Scholarships WHAT YOU NEED TO DO: Be from the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico Have a 2.5 GPA or higher, work experience and community involvement DON'T MISS OUT! VISIT BK-SCHOLARS.COM BY DECEMBER 15 TO APPLY!

JHS 9-12 grade students: Black History Month is coming up in February. JHS is sponsoring a video contest. In your video you will discuss the following topic: How does racial and cultural diversity make us a stronger school, state and nation? Cash prizes awarded: 75.00 for 1st, 50,00 for second, and 25.00 for third. All video entries will be shared on school website and social media during Black History month. Deadline to submit entry to Mr. Moses is end of school day on January 15 2020. See Flyer https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/525240/video_contest_flyer.docx

JHS Seniors: Colbert Cooper Hill Attorneys is excited to announce their annual $1,000 scholarship, which is available to college students in Oklahoma who have been accepted to or are currently enrolled in a 2-year college or 4- year university with a GPA of at least 3.0 Eligibility and application details are below: - Applicants must be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited 2-year college or 4-year university in Oklahoma during 2020. All majors are encouraged to apply. - Applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0. - One student will be selected to receive $1,000 in scholarship funds based on their winning essay response. - Scholarship funds must be used to pay for tuition and other education-related expenses. - To enter, applicants are encouraged to submit via form on our website. - The deadline for submissions is December 31, 2019. The winner will be notified individually and announced on our social media between January 13-17, 2020. https://www.getcolbert.com/colbert-cooper-hill-attorneys-scholarship/

Jones Spirit Wear '19 is now open! Find items that I've picked out specifically for our team. There is also spiritwear available for your family and friends. Check out the shop details below. OUR SHOP DETAILS - Shop Now: https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/AreKdRLRnA - Store Open From: November 20 - December 2, 2019 https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/522562/5486222-flyer.pdf

JHS FFA SENIORS: Make sure you complete you National FFA Scholarship applications. Deadline is January 15. For more information and to apply go to https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships/

JHS Juniors: If you are interested in participating in Boys State or GIrls State see Mr. Moses

JHS Students in 9-12 grade: The Tinker Chapter of National Sojourners is announcing their annual National Sojourners Essay Contest. 1st Place 2000.00, 2nd place 1000.00 and 3rd place 500.00. Deadlines is December 15. See Mr. Moses for Essay guidelines and Authorized Cover Sheet

JHS Seniors: The deadline is quickly approaching for the Jones High School Scholarship and the Community Foundation Scholars scholarship! A senior from Jones High School is guaranteed to receive these scholarships! Get your application completed and then apply for any other scholarships through the OKC Community Foundation. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

Our JHS STUCO Food Drive was a huge success! OUr student body collected over 2200 food items! Great job Longhorns! All food items collected will be donated to our local Jones Food Pantry! Longhorns helping Longhorns!

Congratulations to our Jones High School Academic Team. We compete in one of the most difficult Districts in Class 4A. Our District results were: Bishop McGuiness- 1st, Harrah-2nd, Heritage Hall-3rd, and Jones-4th. These District Results determined our seeding for the Regional Tournament with two other Districts top 4 finishers. The Results from the Regional Tournament this past weekend was: Bishop McGuiness-1st, Harrah, 2nd, Heritage Hall-3rd, and Jones-4th. By Placing 4th at Regional Tournament, we advance to the Area Tournament at Bridge Creek on Saturday, January 18. The top two from this Area Tournament will advance to the State Tournament. The last time we were in the Area Tournament was in 2013 when we advanced and competed in State Tournament! Great Job Longhorn Academic Team! #TTHL #Longhorns #AcademicTeam #RegionalTourn #Areaherewecome

JHS Seniors: the Elsie Mae “Nat” Glosemeyer Memorial Scholarship is open. Applications must be submitted by February 15, 2020. This is an excellent opportunity for students from eastern Oklahoma County. Detailed information about the scholarship is below along with the link to this specific application page. Students may also receive detailed instructions about our online application process by going to the scholarship page on our website at www.occf.org/scholarships. 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. Elsie Mae 'Nat' Glosemeyer Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: • A graduate of one of the designated public high schools/alternative schools, or have attained a GED, in eastern Oklahoma County (east of I-35). • Financial need is considered. The scholarship may be used at public schools (college or vocational) in Oklahoma. Funds may be used for tuition, fees and book expenses. Payments are made directly to the school. The Elsie Mae ‘Nat’ Glosemeyer Memorial Scholarship was established in 1998 by friends and family of Ms. Glosemeyer to honor her work with students participating in the Oklahoma Job Training Partnership Act. The scholarship honors her work with students who were ‘at-risk’ of not fulfilling their educational potential. Award: $2,000.00 Deadline: 2/15/2020 After completing the General Application/Student Profile, applicants must submit the Supplemental Questions (below) to complete the application: 1. Will you graduate or have you graduated from a high schools/alternative schools in eastern Oklahoma County (east of I-35): Carl Albert, Choctaw, Christian Heritage Academy, Crooked Oak, Del City, Harrah, Jones, Luther, Midwest City or Star Spencer. 2. Have you obtained your GED? 3. Explain the obstacles you have overcome in preparing yourself for education after high school. (Please limit to 500 words.) 4. Did you submit your household's 1040 or your FAFSA for the coming year when you completed the General Application? (NOTE: If you answered "no", please know that financial need may be considered for this scholarship, and to be eligible for this scholarship you need to return to the General Application/Student Profile and attach a 1040 or FAFSA.)