FFC Youths On A Mission
Family & Friends Connection, Inc has some Youths who are on a Mission.  Join them on Saturday, March 31, 2012, at Florida Bible as they empower the lives of those affected by domestic violence and bullying. BE THERE!

05/01 Patriotism Though Art Contest

American Legion, Department of Florida: Patriotism through Art
Scholarship: Students are asked to create something from the heart that
will fulfill the definition of patriotism.

Eligibility:
 • High School seniors
 • Application/Release must be turned in with entry
 • Certification of Original Effort must be turned in with entry
 • Student creates an original work of art that fulfills the definition
   of Patriotism: "devoted love, support, and defense of one's country;
   national loyalty; love of and devotion to one's country". (NOTE: All
   entries become the property of the Florida American Legion)

Award:
First place - $500 to the student and $500 to the school Art Department
2 Runner- ups - $250 to the student and $250 to the school Art Department

Deadline: May 1, 2012

Students should review the website and application for guidelines
regarding the submitted art work, complete details, and submission
instructions: http://www.floridalegion.org/programs/scholarships

For additional information contact: The American Legion, Dept of Florida,
Carol Polk, Programs Director, (407)295-2631 x222

CHCI Scholarship Program Mission: 

The mission of CHCI Scholarship Program is to provide critical financial assistance that will increase graduation rates among Latino students in post-secondary education.  CHCI's scholarship opportunities are afforded to Latino students in the United States who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who demonstrate a desire to continue their civic engagement in the future. There is no GPA or academic major requirement. Students with excellent leadership potential are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility:
 • Full-time enrollment in a United States Department of Education
   accredited community college, four-year university, or
   graduate/professional program during the period for which scholarship
   is requested
 • Demonstrated financial need
 • Consistent, active participation in public and/or community service
   activities
 • Strong writing skills
 • U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency
 • Online Profile, which student creates when first logged in.
 • One Standard letter of recommendation which must be completed
   online. By providing the name and contact information of the
   recommender, they receive an email with instructions on how they can
   log on and upload the letter themselves.
 • One-page resume listing education, extracurricular activities,
   honors, employment, community experience, and special skills or
   abilities, which must be uploaded online.
 • 2012-2013 Student Aid Report (SAR) clearly showing your Expected
   Family Contribution (EFC) number.
Completion of online application which includes one essay question
   (suggested length: no more than 500 words per essay), and general
   financial related questions.
 • An electronically signed copy of the Application Agreement.
NOTE:  Student does NOT need to be Hispanic to apply.

Award:
$1,000 community college or AA/AS granting institution
$2,500 4-year academic institution
$5,000 graduate-level institution

Scholarship awards are intended to provide assistance with tuition, room
and board, textbooks, and other educational expenses associated with
college enrollment. In an effort to ensure the progress of scholarship
recipients and encourage completion of the postsecondary program, each
scholarship award is divided over the number of years required for
graduation (e.g. a $2,500 scholarship for a college freshman will be
distributed in four equal installments of $625 a year). Students continue
to receive annual disbursements as long as they maintain good academic
standing.

Deadline: April 16, 2012

Students register with CHCI and complete an online application.  Student
should review the website and application for complete details, FAQ's and
submission instructions: http://www.chci.org/scholarships/

04/30 Women Engineers Scholarship

The Society of Women Engineers Scholarship (SWE) Scholarship Program has a
scholarship program to honor high school females who have shown
commendable ability in areas such as leadership, academics, and community
activities, and who intends to pursue a college degree in engineering.
SWE Southeast Florida will annually award $500 and SWE Collegiate
Membership to one outstanding high school senior female student who
intends to pursue a college degree in engineering.

Eligibility:
 • Must be a female in their senior year of high school in Florida and
   enrolling at a university or college for fall term 2012.
 • Must pursue an engineering degree at a university or college with an
   ABET accredited engineering program (list of accredited programs
   attached).
 • Must submit entire application postmarked by the stated deadline.
   Applications postmarked or sent after April 30, 2012 will not be
   considered.
 • Must include transcripts with application. Applications without
   transcripts will not be considered.
 • Essay
 • List of awards/honors
 • List of activities and leadership positions
 • Must include academic information completed by high school
   counselor. Applications without a counselor signature will not be
   considered.
Page one of the application indicates the weighting of the criteria.
Please note the essay counts for 50%.

Award: $500, SWE Collegiate Membership

Deadline: April 30, 2012

Students should review the application for complete details and submission
instructions.  While there is a website for this section of the SWE
organization, there is no scholarship information posted:
http://www.swe.org/swe/regiond/sections/sefl/Templates/home.htm

For additional information contact:
Marisa Lopez, SWE Southeast Florida Scholarship Chair FY12,
southeast.florida@swe.org, 561-840-0863 

Broward County Gator Club: In 2011, the Broward County Gator Club was
proud to offer 15 total scholarships to students in the amount of
$1,500.00 that were awarded to students accepted into the University of
Florida.

Eligibility:
 • Graduating Broward County High School Senior
 • Accepted, and soon to be attending the University of Florida the
   upcoming year for consideration
 • Official copy of your High School transcript
 • Proof of SAT and/or ACT Scores
 • Proof of Community Service Hours
 • At least one letter of recommendation (for this scholarship) from
   school
 • At least one letter of recommendation (for this scholarship) from
   outside school
 • Proof of Acceptance to the University of Florida (including Student
   ID#)
 • A brief statement discussing why you selected The University of
   Florida, your goals, objectives, and why you believe you should
   receive a scholarship.

Award: $1500 (last year 15 of these scholarships were awarded).
Scholarship winners will also receive a one year membership in the UF
Student Alumni Association

Deadline: March 23, 2012

Students should review the application and website for complete details
and submission instructions:
http://www.browardcountygatorclub.com/scholarships

For additional information contact:
Ruben Socarras, V.P. of Academics, Broward County Gator Club at:
561-361-1000 (office), 954-560-7744 (cell),  bcgcacademics@gmail.com

BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
January 03,  2012 - Scholarship Bulletin


Hi Juniors, Seniors and Parents,

Attached is the Broward County School District's January Scholarship
Bulletin.  Remember, that this may not include all scholarships available.

I know many of you - seniors especially - are really working hard on
scholarships now.  I'm very proud of you! 

                                     BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 
                                                        Scholarship Bulletin 

Parent-Teen Driving Agreement
 
A Parent/Teen Agreement is a written document that defines restrictions, privileges, rules and consequences for you and your teen driver. With a written agreement, parents and teens:

Set expectations for their driving experience. Discuss different types of risk, gradually set parameters for increasing driving privileges, and define consequences for violating expectations.

Have guidelines — you are able to see a plan for minimizing risk and your teen sees a road map for earning driving independence.Why Use a Parent/Teen Driving Agreement? Parents can use an agreement to reduce risks teens face during the
first 6 to 12 months of solo driving experience. Teens can use an agreement to chart progress to full licensing with full driving privileges.

Because a written agreement sets expectations clearly from the start, it is harder for you or your teen to forget or bend the rules. It's especially helpful when a request for an exception arises. For example, "Mom, I know we said I had to have the car home at 8 PM, but can I keep it out a little longer just for tonight?"

If an exception is granted, the agreement helps ensure that it stays an exception – and does not become a new rule. Parent-teen communication is stronger because everyone is clearer about expectations and consequences.