HS3 Senior Retreat!

We are FLI, We are The Furture of the Law

Recently, the following students (Promise Mengesha AAA, Danielle Williams AAA, Mika Rowe HS3, & Jerry Hernandez HS3) had the opportunity to participate in a 2 day law institute @ Seattle U Law school & UW law school.

Congratulations November Students of the Month!

Ruth Assefa & Jaycen Sims ~ HS3

Scholarship 2010/2011

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NOTE: The scholarships listed are intended for SENIORS ONLY; HOWEVER, sometimes a scholarship will be listed for students in other classes – they will be noted as such. Remember that all colleges have specific scholarships, so be sure to check with the financial Aid Office at the college of your choice. If you want information on these scholarships, see Mrs. Fichamba in the Career Center.

1) Greater Seattle Business Association Scholarship
• Senior,
• Amount: up to $10,000
• Deadline: January 31, 2011
• More Info: http://thegsbascholarship.org/apply.php

2) American Indian Endowed Scholarship
• Seniors, close social & cultural ties to an American Indian tribe
• Amount: up to $2000 (renewable)
• Deadline: February 1, 2011
• More Info: http://www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/waaidprgm/aies.asp

3) Nellie Martin Carmen Scholarship
• Seniors,
• Amount: up to $2000
• Deadline: March 1, 2011
• More Info http://www.carmansscholarships.110mb.com/apply.html

4) BECU Foundation Scholarship
• Senior, member of BECU, 3.0 GPA or higher
• Amount: $2500
• Deadline: March 31, 2011
• More Info: http://www.becu.org/who-is/foundation.aspx

Scholarships!!!

Want to find scholarships specific to Washington State?

http://www.thewashboard.org/ can match you with the scholarships you are eligible for and make getting your hands on some cash even easier.
Are you in 7th or 8th grade? Do you know any 7th or 8th graders?

- You or someone you know may qualify for a college scholarship to any eligible Washington State college for up to 4 years. Find out who’s eligible for the College Bound Scholarship www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/waaidprgm/collegeboundscholarship.asp . It could be you!
Need more information about federal and Washington State financial aid?

Visit the Higher Education Coordinating Board www.hecb.wa.gov/paying/index.asp
Do you KnowHow2GO?

- Big dreams and good grades aren’t enough to get into college. There are actual steps you need to take. Learn the four steps to planning and preparing for college NOW! http://www.knowhow2gowashington.org/
Would you like personal support through the entire college planning and financial aid process?

- The NELA Center for Student Success provides FREE resources http://www.nela,net/ , information and guidance, so you and your family can successfully plan and pay for higher education. You can receive assistance via phone, email, or in person at our Center. Contact us to learn more about how we can help you.
Want to get a jump start on the financial aid process
- You can use FAFSA4caster http://www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov/  to learn about the financial aid process and get an early estimate of your eligibility for federal student aid. You can also apply for your PIN (personal identification number) which will act as your on-line signature. Both the student and one parent will need to apply for a PIN http://www.pin.ed.gov/


(From: http://www.collegegoalsundaywa.org/students-parents/scholarships-resources/ ; accessed on November 16, 2010)

Three Things to Do to Ace a Job Interview

Interviewers are experts at watching and listening to job candidates and deciding which ones to hire. Here is what a few top interviewers had to say when asked what makes a good interview.


Communication
• “Attitude is the most important thing. If I don’t see a good attitude, nothing else matters.”
• “Shake my hand and say you’ve been looking forward to meeting me. Show confidence.”
Research My Company
• “Show me that you’ve spent time learning about my company. It separates the strong candidates from others.”
• “Do your homework and let me know why mine is the job you want. I’m not looking for people who will take anything they can get.
Resume
• “Show me you can organize your thoughts by giving me a factual, easy-to-understand resume. I don’t have the time or the patience for a lot of fluff.”
• “Translate your background and skills into the job I have available. It’s not my job to find a fit for you in the company.”

Scholarships!

NOTE: The scholarships listed are intended for SENIORS ONLY; HOWEVER, sometimes a scholarship will be listed for students in other classes – they will be noted as such. Remember that all colleges have specific scholarships, so be sure to check with the financial Aid Office at the college of your choice. If you want information on these scholarships, see Mrs. Fichamba in the Career Center.


1) AXA Achievement Scholarship
• Senior,
• Amount: $15,000
• Deadline: December 15, 2010
• More Info: http://www.axa-equitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievement-scholarship.html

2) Burger King Scholars Program
• Seniors, 2.5 GPA, works 15 hours per week, Not necessary to work @ BK
• Amount: Varies
• Deadline: November 11, 2010
• More Info: http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/burger_king_scholars_program.html

3) NCLR (National Council Of La Raza) Best Buy Emerging Latino Leaders Scholarship Program
• Seniors, Hispanic
• Amount: varies
• Deadline: November 19, 2010
• More Info: http://lideres.nclr.org/section/opportunities/bestbuyscholarship1

4) Holocaust Remembrance Project
• Grade 9-12,
• Amount: $2000-$5000
• Deadline: March 15, 2011
• More Info: http://holocaust.hklaw.com/2011/index.asp
5) Elks National Foundation
• Senior,
• Amount: up to $15,000
• Deadline: December 1, 2011
• More Info: http://www.elks.org/enf/scholarships/mvs.cfm

6) Washington State Governors’ Scholarship for Foster Youth
• Senior, was/is in foster care
• Amount: $2000-$4000
• Deadline: December 10, 2010
• More Info: http://www.hsd401.org/studentfamily/career/

7) Evergreen UPREP Scholarship
• Senior,
• Amount: $500
• Deadline: January 4, 2011
• More Info: www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org/scholarships/uprepscholars.html