Jones High School

Creative Writing Scholarship https://blog.reedsy.com/scholarship/

The Gates Scholarship https://www.thegatesscholarship.org

Graem Clark scholarship for students with Cochlear Implants https://www.cochlear.com/us/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/connect-with-us/scholarships

Don’t Text and Drive Scholarship http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/dont-text-and-drive-scholarship/

https://www.couragetogrowscholarship.com

Boomer Esiason general academic Scholarships for students with Cystic Fibrosis https://www.esiason.org/assistance/scholarships/bef-general-academic-scholarships

Adobe Women in Technology Scholarship https://research.adobe.com/scholarship/

We Mount TVs Local Business Scholarship Just like they help members in their communities have the best home entertainment experience, the team at We Mount TVs also wants to help the next generation have the best in their lives. This scholarship was created to highlight the importance of local businesses and to help one student pursue higher education. To apply, students must be enrolled, or planning to enroll, as a full-time college student and must submit an essay (1,000 words) explaining how they regularly support local businesses in their communities. Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: September 5, 2019 https://wemounttvs.com/scholarship/

Welding Stars Scholarship The professionals at Weldingstars.com pride themselves on their welding abilities and enjoy sharing their experiences with readers. To continue providing support to their readers, the company is offering a scholarship to all students enrolled or planning to enroll in college. Students can apply by researching and writing an essay (1,000 words) that discusses a specific welding topic. Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: September 30, 2019 https://www.weldingstars.com/?scholarship

Surety Bond Authority Scholarship Surety Bond Authority Inc. wants to support students in their academic endeavors. Their scholarship program is available to high school and college students who want to pursue a career in Accounting, Banking, Finance or other business-related fields. Students can apply by submitting an essay that explains (1,000 words) why they’re interested in these specific careers. Award Amount: $1,500 Deadline: September 1, 2019 https://suretybondauthority.com/scholarship-surety-bond-authority/

Sound Money Scholarship Money Metals Exchange has teamed up with the Sound Money Defenses League to announce their scholarship program. The two companies would like to help students cover educational expenses and help them push toward their goals. To apply, students must complete an online application and submit the following documents: An essay (1,000 words) A copy of your resume A copy of your transcript Award Amount: 4 awards; $500–$2,000 Deadline: September 30, 2019 https://www.moneymetals.com/scholarship

Soma Weight Loss Health & Wellness Scholarship Soma Weight Loss is proud to announce its scholarship opportunity for students majoring in a field of study that promotes achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Students can apply by submitting an online application, a copy of their transcript and an essay (1,000 words) that explains what good health means to them. Eligible majors include the following: Dietitian Nutritionist Bariatric Nurse or Surgeon Exercise Physiologist Weight loss counselor Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: September 30, 2019 https://www.somabariatrics.com/weight-loss-resources/announcing-the-soma-weight-loss-health-wellness-scholarship/amp/

Jaime Horn Memorial Softball Scholarship Jaime Lynn Horn believed the softball field was an extension of the classroom, as it also taught students many important lessons. To help students continue their learning in the classroom and on the field, the Babe Ruth League is offering a scholarship to second-semester freshman collegiate students who have played Babe Ruth Softball at one point in their life. Students can apply by submitting an application along with all supporting documents. Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: September 1, 2019 https://www.baberuthleague.org/scholarships/jaime-horn-memorial-softball-scholarship.aspx

Jazz Education Network (JEN) Scholarships Each year JEN proudly recognizes talented, hardworking students and educators who have made an impact on jazz. With this scholarship program, the organization hopes to support those who want to continue their jazz education. To apply, students must be nominated by a JEN member or chapter, or a student JEN member can nominate themselves. Upon nomination, students must submit a short biography and a few letters of recommendations. Award Amount: 6 awards; $1,000–$3,000 Deadline: September 15, 2019 https://jazzednet.org/advancing-education/scholarships/

Hot Juice Smoke Free Merit Scholarship The HotJuice.com scholarship hopes to encourage students’ decisions to remain smoke and tobacco free throughout their scholastic career. All students enrolled, or planning to enroll, in a higher education institution are eligible to apply. Simply submit an essay (1,000 words) that answers one of three prompts about your creativity and future goals. Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: September 30, 2019 https://hotjuice.com/press/scholarship/

Driven Coffee Scholarship Driven Coffee believes in supporting their local community and other communities around the world. They’re motivated to make the world a better place and want to know how you plan to use your education to make a difference. The scholarship is open to all undergraduate students. To apply, submit an online application and an essay (1,500 words) that explains what motivates you to be a better person and how you are currently contributing to the growth of your community. Award Amount: $500 Deadline: September 1, 2019 https://www.drivencoffee.com/scholarship/

Oklahoma Hall of Fame Scholarship The Oklahoma Hall of Fame and Gaylord-Pickens Museum would like to award one Oklahoma high school senior a $6,000 scholarship for his/her leadership roles, civic/community involvement, academic achievement and knowledge and pride of the state of Oklahoma. Eligible students must commit to attending an Oklahoma college or university. To apply, students must be nominated by teachers, administrators or any other nonrelated adult. Award Amount: $6,000 Deadline: September 6, 2019 https://oklahomahof.com/scholarships

JHS STUDENTS LOOKING FOR ACT PREP FOR SEPTEMBER ACT: MR. Weaver at OCS is offering an evening ACT PREP. See attached flyer for additional information and how to register. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/433430/ACT_Prep_Class_Flyer.docx

Can’t wait to see everyone at HS enrollment tomorrow from 12-6!

In compliance with Section 1111(b)(2)(H) of ESSA, Jones Public Schools would like to provide community stakeholders with an opportunity to provide meaningful input regarding our district’s intent to request permission to administer the ACT in lieu of the statewide assessment. Our district selection for the College & Career Readiness Assessment to be administered to all grade 11 students during the OSTP testing window is the ACT. Please provide any thoughts and feedback on this selection to Curtis Moses at cmoses@joneshs.k12.ok.us or Mike Watkins at mwatkins@joneshs.k12.ok.us