CHS College and Career Center News

*Deadline to submit is Monday, April 1st by 11:59 pm -- 23 scholarships are available this year for current CHS students, and for CHS graduates combined!

$8,000 over 4 years ($2000 per year)

Dale Krueger Scholarship

Dale Krueger Worksheet for more info

***Also requires 2 letters of recommendation. Submit these 2 letters to the CHS College and Career Center by emailing them to mike_henderson@csd28j.org

Attention Class of 2024:

Do you need help paying for college, a trade school, or cosmetology school next year? Come to the FAFSA/ORSAA and Oregon Promise Completion Night at CHS on Thursday, March 7th at 6 pm in the CHS Library. See THIS FLIER for details.

CHS is offering 10th graders the OPTION to take the PreACT test at school for free. This test will happen during the school day on Tuesday, Feb. 27th. This is OPTIONAL, which means it is not required for 10th graders to take.

For more information about the benefits of the PreACT see this flyer.

To sign up to take the PreACT at CHS on February 27th have your 10th grade student fill out this google form.

You must sign up by Sunday, February 25th. If you have any questions, email Mike Henderson at mike_henderson@csd28j.org.

SUN is hosting lunches for all CHS students to provide information on a wide variety of career paths. For the month of February they will honor Black History Month and invite African American/Black professionals to come and speak to you about their career choice. SUN is looking to get suggestions and feedback on different career interests that you may have or want to learn more about. Use the QR code on this FLIER to give your input.

Portland Community College is offering a Preview Day at their Southeast campus located on 82nd and Division. This is event is on a non-school day, so you would have to go on your own or with a friend/family member. It is a great opportunity to explore the campus and what PCC has to offer. Please see THIS FLIER for more information. If interested in attending, SIGN UP HERE.

*Carpe Mundi, study abroad program (overseas) for Portland Community College students, presentation- Mon. 2/5

*Boeing Tech Prep Program presentation- Wed. 2/21

*PreACT test for Sophomores (this is optional)- Tues. 2/27

*Mt. Hood Community College Cyber Day field trip- Fri. 3/1

*Mt. Hood Community College Preview Day field trip- Tues. 3/5

*FAFSA/ORSAA and Oregon Promise Completion Night- Thur. 3/7

*Job Corp Springdale Campus field trip- Wed. 3/13

*NW Youth Careers Expo field trip- Tues. 3/19

*Sprinkler Fitters Union field trip- Tues. 4/9

*Northwest Technologies, Inc. field trip- Wed. 4/10

*Mt. Hood Community College placement exam- Tues. 4/16

*PCC Trades/Career Fair field trip- Fri. 4/26

*Oregon Tradeswomen Career Fair field trip- Fri. 5/17

*International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) field trip- Thur. 5/23

*CHS College and Career Day- Wed. 5/29

*Mt. Hood Community College Class Registration Help and Next Steps Assistance- Thur. 5/30 and Fri.. 5/31

For more information about any of these events, see Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center or contact him at mike_henderson@csd28j.org.

• Where do I start?

  ALL seniors considering college should fill out the FAFSA (federal financial aid) and the Oregon Promise (state financial aid for community colleges.) If you are planning to attend a 4-year college, we still urge you to complete the Oregon Promise as insurance just in case your plans change.

  Step 1:

  Create your FSA ID (A student creates one and a parent creates one, too.)

  • The student and the parent cannot use the same email or phone number in the FAFSA.
  • Be sure to save your sign-in and passwords, for both accounts, and carefully save them since you will reapply every year you are in college.

  https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
  

  Step 2:

  Complete your FAFSA or ORSAA (for Oregon students without a social security number)

  If you are not sure which form to do, go to the FAFSA/ORSAA Filter Tool.

  FAFSA: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

  ORSAA: https://oregonstudentaid.gov/fafsa-orsaa.aspx

• Both the student and the parent will complete a section and sign electronically with the FSA ID created above.
• Note: You will be completing the FAFSA 2024-25 form and will use 2022 tax information.
• PARENTS: You will have 45 days to complete your application once your student completes theirs. If you miss this window, the student will have to start over

Below are some additional resources about FAFSA/ORSAA:

• [VIDEO] What Is FAFSA®?
• [VIDEO] Who Is a Contributor on the 2024–25 FAFSA® Form?
• FAFSA/ORSAA Information
• Handy FAFSA checklist- print and use to complete the FAFSA
  

The Oregon Promise application can be accessed here. https://www.oregonstudentaid.gov/grants/oregon-promise-grant/

What does this mean and how can seniors benefit?

• Students could receive between $4500-$9000 for FREE to use at an Oregon Community College (over a 2 year span).
• If students have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better by the time they graduate, they are eligible.
• Students must also complete a FAFSA or ORSAA financial aid application to receive the funds.
• All seniors should do these steps because they only get ONE chance to do it. If they miss this deadline of June 1, 2024, they can never go back and do it. It's a One and Done deal.
• All seniors should do the Oregon Promise application in case other post high school plans don't happen. Consider it an "insurance policy" for the future.
• Students taking community college courses for apprenticeships, certificates, etc. can use these funds, too.
• The deadline is June 1. Let's get this done long before then!

CHS Scholarships

*Deadline to submit is 4 pm Friday, March 8th

-Centennial Education Foundation (CEF)

Several scholarships available based on leadership, volunteering, and general scholarships

Centennial Education Foundation Scholarships

Submit all applications to Adriann Hardin by email at: adriann_hardin@csd28j.org

*Deadline to submit is Monday, April 1st by 11:59 pm -- 23 scholarships are available this year for current CHS students, and for CHS graduates, combined!

-Dale Krueger Scholarship

$8,000 over 4 years ($2000 per year)

Dale Krueger Scholarship

Dale Krueger Worksheet for more info

***Also requires 2 letters of recommendation. Submit these 2 letters to the CHS College and Career Center by emailing them to mike_henderson@csd28j.org

*Deadline to submit is Monday, April 15th

-The Centennial Booster Club Scholarship

For students who were part of an activity/athletic team at CHS.

https://centennialhsboosters.square.site/cbc-scholarship

Submit your application to Daunte Gouge in the CHS Athletic Office

*Deadline to submit is Monday, April 15th

-Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA) Scholarship Centennial Chapter

Must have a family member who works in the Centennial School District as a non-teacher.

OSEA Centennial Chapter Scholarship Application

Email application to Mike Henderson at mike_henderson@csd28j.org

*Deadline to submit is Tuesday, April 16th

-Meadows Elementary PTO Scholarship

You must have “graduated” from Meadows Elementary to qualify for this scholarship.

Meadows PTO Scholarship

Email all required documents to meadows.pto1@gmail.com – subject line: SCHOLARSHIP

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 19th

-Centennial School District Robert P. Jacobsen Memorial Music Scholarship

Three (3) $3000 scholarships will be awarded to a CHS student that will be going to a 4 year college and MAJORING IN MUSIC.

Centennial’s Robert P. Jacobsen Jr. Memorial Music Scholarship

Turn in to Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center at CHS

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 19th

-CHS Faculty Scholarship

Three $500 scholarships available for CHS students.

CHS Faculty Scholarships

Turn in to Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center at CHS

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 19th

-CHS Ron Pennington Scholarship

Have you volunteered in the community? One CHS student will win the Ron Pennington scholarship of $500.

Ron Pennington Scholarship

Turn in to Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center at CHS

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 19th

-CHS College and Career Center Scholarship

One $250 scholarship will be awarded via random drawing to one graduating CHS student that applies.

CHS College and Career Center Scholarship

Turn in to Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center at CHS

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 19th

-Pleasant Valley Elementary Scholarship

You must have “graduated” from Pleasant Valley to qualify for this scholarship.

Pleasant Valley Scholarship

Email applications to Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center at CHS at mike_henderson@csd28j.org

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 19th

-Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 392

You must be a member of the JROTC, or be a child or grandchild of a veteran.

Vietnam Veterans of America Scholarship

Turn in to Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center at CHS

*Deadline to submit is Thursday, May 9th

-The Centennial Education Association’s (CEA) Ken Noah Scholarship

For students who plan to become a teacher.

Ken Noah Scholarship

Submit your application to Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center at CHS

Local Scholarships

*Deadline to submit is Monday, February 5th

-Abby’s Closet “Dreams Scholarship”

For females- 4 scholarships: $1500 (for trade school), $2000 (for Community College), $3000 (for 4 year college), and $3000 (for students going into healthcare)

https://www.abbyscloset.org/2024-dreams-scholarship-application

*Deadline to submit is Friday, March 1st

-Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA) Scholarship

*Must have a family member who is a member of OSEA.

OSEA Scholarship

*Deadline to submit is Monday, March 11th (extended from the original deadline of March 1st)

-Portland Community College (PCC) Future Connect Scholarship (no GPA requirement) For students who identify as first-generation college students or low-income.

Not only is this a scholarship, but it also provides mentorship and support for students.

https://www.pcc.edu/future-connect/

*Deadline to submit is Sunday, March 31st

-Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) Foundation Scholarships

For students who will be attending MHCC

https://www.mhcc.edu/scholarships/

Watch these videos if you need help applying https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLecGM4uFDu2tefvGx5oyIb_cqka5uzCkX

*Deadline to submit is Monday, April 1st

-Oregon State Sheriffs' Association

For those studying for a career in law enforcement.

Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association

*Deadline to submit is Wednesday, April 10th

-Rotary Club Scholarship for Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC)

If you’d like to attach a separate Activities/Volunteer List for the answer to #3, here is a sample/template: School, Community Service, Volunteer Chart

Gresham Rotary Club Scholarship Application

Email applications and any attachments to Mike Henderson at mike_henderson@csd28j.org

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 12th

-The KMR Group Foundation scholarship

For students who will be attending Mt. Hood Community College, Clark College, or Lower Columbia College

https://kmrgrp.com/scholarships/

*Deadline to submit is Monday, April 15th

-The Eastwind Running and Endurance scholarship

For local graduating seniors whose lives have been enriched by physical fitness.

https://eastwind.run/scholarship-program

2024 Eastwind Running and Endurance Scholarship Application

*Deadline to submit is Monday, April 15th

-Oregon PTA (Parent Teacher Association)

For students who will be studying to become a teacher.

Oregon PTA Scholarship

*Opens February 12th, Deadline to submit is Wednesday, April 24h

-Clackamas Community College (CCC) scholarships

For students who will be attending CCC

https://www.clackamas.edu/admissions-financial-aid/financial-aid-scholarships/scholarships

State Wide/Nation Wide Scholarships

Al Forthan Scholarship - Due Feb. 6

Greig Lodge Scandinavian Ancestry Scholarship- Due Feb. 16

ACPE Technology Careers Scholarship- Due Feb. 20

The Coolidge Scholarship *For Juniors only- Due Feb. 23

OSAC Scholarship Application- Due Mar. 1

The Ford Family Foundation Scholarship- Due Mar. 1

Diversity in Leadership in Oregon Scholarship- Due Mar. 1

The Audria M. Edwards Scholarship Fund *For LGBTQI students- Due Apr. 1

The Ford Family Foundation Scholarship is OPEN

Due Date: March 1.

WHAT IS THE SCHOLARSHIP?

• Supports students who have significant financial barriers to college
• Award amount is calculated on college cost of attendance (tuition, fees, room and board, personal costs, etc.), minus other grants and scholarships
• In addition to a generous financial award, Scholars receive academic guidance, leadership development, personal and professional support, and access to the Ford Family alumni network
• Renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study

Scholarship amount: Award covers up to $40,000 per year (tuition, fees, room and board, personal costs, etc.), minus other grants and scholarships.

WHO QUALIFIES?

• Residents of Oregon or Siskiyou County, Calif.
• Graduating high school seniors (or equivalent) who have never enrolled full time in a 2- or 4- year college and seeking a bachelor’s degree
• Students who plan to enroll full time in the fall in their state of residence (Oregon or Calif.)

Application

Here's a link to a recent info session from Nov 29, 2023. Here you will hear from the Ford Family Foundation along with several scholarship recipients.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

The Ford Family Foundation Scholarship Office
44 Club Road, Suite 100 | Eugene, OR 97401
Toll Free: (877) 864-2872 | Local: (541) 485-6211
Fax: (541) 485-6223
fordscholarships@tfff.org

Have you consider a career path that can be started/accelerated by the Marines. Check out THIS FLIER and THIS PDF about the U.S. Marines NROTC Scholarship. See Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center for more information.

Attention 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students. Are you interested in going to a 4 year college. U of O's SAIL (Student Academy to Inspire Learning) Program might be for you. It gives you a chance to experience college for a full week. You live on campus and learn at the same time. See THIS FLIER for more information.

STEP-UP supports high school juniors and seniors from groups historically excluded from science to spend a summer in a paid, full-time, 8-week internship at research labs near their home.

Find out what it’s like to be a scientist this summer by applying today! See this flier for more information and to apply.

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Do you like working with your hands? Do you like to see a project completed that you contributed to? Do you want a high paying job with no college needed and no college debt? An apprenticeship in the trades might be for you.

What is an apprenticeship? Watch this 6 min. Video

Apprenticeship requirements

Check out the options for high paying jobs in the trades at this website: Accessing Union Apprenticeships

Bridge is a construction pre-apprenticeship program designed to support high school graduates ages 18-26 with pursuing a living-wage career in the construction trades through hands-on training and individualized career coaching. See this flier for more information.

Volunteering is a great way to help the community and to help build your resume with quality real life experiences. Check out these opportunities.

CHS Clothing Closet

The Shadow Project

Emilio Inc.

YouthLine

Below is the schedule of when the branches of the military will have a table set up at the 3 lunches at CHS.

Air Force- 2nd Thursday of each month

Army- 3rd Wednesday of each month

Marines- 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month

Navy- 1st Tuesday of each month

Oregon Army National Guard- 1st Wednesday and 3rd Thursday of each month

See Mr. Henderson in the College and Career Center or email him at mike_henderson@csd28j.org if you want to set up an individual meeting with a recruiter from one of the branches of the military.

My name is Mike Henderson and I am the School to Career Specialist at Centennial High School. My main job is to help students with their plans for after high school. Whether those plans include college, the military, going straight into the workforce, or going into an apprenticeship, I am here to help. These monthly newsletters will help you with important information and keep you informed. If you have any questions, you can always email me at mike_henderson@csd28j.org, call me at 503-762-6180 ext.5574, or just swing by the College and Career Center (right next to the CHS Counseling Office) to talk to me.

Email: mike_henderson@csd28j.org
Website: https://mikehenderson20.wixsite.com/website
Location: 3505 Southeast 182nd Avenue, Gresham, OR, USA
Phone: 503-762-6180