CHS College and Career Center News

*Deadline to submit is Tuesday, April 1st by 11:59 pm -- 35 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 Application Information

Dale Krueger Scholarship Website

Step 1- Apply online at the Dale Krueger Scholarship website.

Step 2- Email the 2 CHS requirements (listed below) to Mike Henderson in the CHS College and Career Center at mike_henderson@csd28j.org

1. A PDF of your entire FAFSA Submission Summary which can be found in your FAFSA account.

2. The names and accurate email addresses for 2 adults that you would like to be recommenders for you. Your family members should not be a recommender. Recommenders can include teachers, work/volunteer managers, coaches, etc. Your 2 recommenders will be contacted by the scholarship committee and asked to fill out an evaluation form about you.

PCC's Rise to Teach scholarship/student support program is specially focused on providing a college pathway for ethnically diverse students to become licensed K-12 teachers in our community. Students receive tuition waivers that fully cover undergraduate tuition at PCC to complete their associate degree, and at PSU when students transfer to complete their bachelor's degree. After earning their degree and teaching license, students are expected to prioritize applying for jobs at Portland or Beaverton school districts. Rise To Teach is a partnership between PCC, PSU, Portland and Beaverton school districts. Students from any Oregon school district can apply. Students must submit this INTEREST FORM as the first step if they would like to learn more about the program and the application process.

Program info can be found on this WEBPAGE.

Many colleges and organizations in Oregon offer summer camps and programs. Learn something new, build your leadership skills, explore careers and of course, have fun! Check out this WEBSITE for more information. Visit each programs' website for information on dates, rates, and application deadlines.

Boeing Portland is offering exciting student opportunities this summer for high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in aerospace manufacturing!

Visit our website for more information on the Tech Prep Machining and Tech Prep Assembly programs and how to apply!

Please join us!
Boeing Portland Tech Prep Open House
Thursday, March 20th @ 6:00pm

Tech Prep Open House is an excellent opportunity for interested students and their parent/guardian to visit our training facility and learn more about paid learning opportunities for high school juniors and seniors.

To register and obtain security approval to come on site, email Portland IAM/Boeing Joint Programs at portlandjointprograms@boeing.com, or call 800-854-1310 by March 14. Space is limited; first come, first served.

Click FLIER for more details

New!
Tech Prep Virtual Information Sessions

Join us for a virtual session where you can learn more about the Tech Prep programs, ask questions, and discover how you can benefit from hands-on skill building and real-world experience. Note we are shifting to virtual sessions this year in lieu of individual school visits.

Email Portland IAM/Boeing Joint Programs at portlandjointprograms@boeing.com to request a virtual session link.

Session 1- Tue, Feb 25 9:30 AM

Session 2- Wed, Feb 26 6:30 PM

Session 3- Thu, Feb 27 1:30 PM

Session 4- Tue, Mar 4 1:30 PM

Session 5- Thu, Mar 6 9:30 AM

FAFSA/ORSAA and Oregon Promise Completion Night- Mon. 2/3

Corban University tabling at both lunches- Wed. 2/12

Youth Summit at Mt. Hood Community College field trip- Fri. 2/21

Mt. Hood Community College Preview Day field trip- Tues. 3/4

NW Youth Careers Expo field trip- Wed. 3/19

Mt. Hood Community College placement exam- Tues. 4/8

CHS College and Career Fair- Fri. 4/25

NWUCA Fair at NW College of Construction field trip- Fri. 5/9

List of College, Trade, and Career Related PRESENTATIONS (with links to sign up)

List of College, Trade, and Career Related FIELD TRIPS/EVENTS

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.

Attention Class of 2025:

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 Monday, February 3rd at 6:30 pm in the CHS Library. See THIS FLIER for details.

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 WEBSITE for more information.

CHS Scholarships (CHS students will win these)

**MAKE SURE TO APPLY FOR THE DALE KRUEGER SCHOLARSHIP**

*Deadline to submit is Tuesday, April 1st by 11:59 pm -- 35 scholarships combined are available this year for current CHS students, and for CHS graduates.

-Dale Krueger Scholarship

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

Dale Krueger Worksheet with all the information and requirements

Dale Krueger Scholarship website

*Deadline to submit is Thursday, April 10th

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

1 CHS winner will be selected.

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 or submit them in print form to him in the CHS College and Career Center

*Deadline to submit is 5 pm on Friday, April 11th

-Meadows Elementary PTO Scholarship

You must have been a “student, attendee, volunteer” at Meadows Elementary to qualify for this scholarship. 2 $300 awards are available. 3.0 gpa required.

Meadows PTO Scholarship

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

*Deadline to submit is Monday, April 14th

-Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA) Scholarship Centennial Chapter

Must have a family member who works in the Centennial School District as a non-teacher or administrator. Must have a 2.5 gpa or higher.

OSEA Centennial Chapter Scholarship Application

Submit or email your application to Mike Henderson at mike_henderson@csd28j.org

*Deadline to submit is Tuesday, April 15th

-The Centennial Booster Club Scholarship

For students who were part of an activity/athletic team at CHS. Parent/Guardian of applicant must be an active member of the booster club for a minimum of two (2) years.

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

Submit your application to Daunte Gouge in the CHS Athletic Office

NEW SCHOLARSHIP THIS YEAR

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 18th

-Dan Oldham Memorial Scholarship

Two (2) $2500 scholarships will be awarded to CHS students that will be going to a 2 or 4 year college and MAJORING IN BUSINESS OR MARKETING.

Dan Oldham Memorial Scholarship 2025

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

*Deadline to submit is Friday, April 18th

-Centennial School District Robert P. Jacobsen Memorial Music Scholarship

Two (2) $6000 scholarships will be awarded to CHS students that will be going to a 2 or 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 18th

-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 18th

-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 18th

-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 25th

-Coach Gordon Mouser CHS Soccer Scholarship

One $1500 scholarship will be awarded to a CHS soccer player who exemplifies Coach Mousers’ spirit and legacy.

Coach Gordon Mouser CHS Soccer Scholarship

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

*Deadline to submit is Thursday, May 8th

-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 Saturday, February 1st *will open again in May for applications

-Portland Community College (PCC) Foundation Scholarship

For students who will be attending PCC.

https://www.pcc.edu/enroll/paying-for-college/scholarships/apply.html

*Deadline to submit is Sunday, February 2nd

-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/dreams-scholarship-general

*Deadline to submit is Monday, February 3rd

-Al Forthan Scholarship

For students who have been impacted by drugs and alcohol in their family or themselves directly. Up to $10,000 over 4 years will be awarded.

https://www.voaor.org/get-involved/al-forthan-scholarship/

*Deadline to submit is Sunday, February 9th

-Hillsboro Hops Dream Big Scholarship

*Must be a first generation college student and have a 2.5 gpa or higher

https://www.milb.com/hillsboro/community/scholarship

*Deadline to submit is Saturday, 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 Saturday, 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 Wednesday, March 12th

-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 Monday, 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 Tuesday, April 1st

-Oregon State Sheriffs' Association

For those studying for a career in law enforcement.

Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association

*Opens Saturday, February 1st. Deadline to submit is Tuesday, April 15th

-Oregon PTA (Parent Teacher Association)

For students who will be studying to become a teacher.

Oregon PTA Scholarship

*Opens Monday, February 3rd. Deadline to submit is Tuesday, April 22nd

-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

The Renaissance Scholarship- Due Feb. 1 and May 1

Al Forthan Scholarship *for students impacted by drug/alcohol abuse - Due Feb. 3

Greig Lodge Scandinavian Ancestry Scholarship- Due Feb. 16

ACPE Technology Careers Scholarship- Due Feb. 20

The Ford Family Foundation Scholarship- Opens Dec. 1, Due Mar. 1

Diversity in Leadership in Oregon Scholarship- Due Mar. 3

OSAC Scholarship Application- Opens Nov. 1, Due Mar. 3

Jiffy Lube What Drives You Scholarship- Due Mar. 10 (open to all ages)

Horatio Alger Association Scholarship *for Juniors only- Due Mar. 15

Other Horatio Alger Scholarships (trades, target major, or state scholarships)- Due March 15

McLain/LeSieur Scholarship *for students who have participated in Speech and Debate- Due Apr. 1

Oregon State Sheriffs’ Association *for those studying for a career in law enforcement- Due Apr. 1

Oregon PTA Scholarship *for those studying to become a teacher- Due Apr. 15

Incight Scholarship *for students with disabilities- Due. Apr. 15

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

The Renaissance Scholarship- Due Feb. 1 and May 1

Future Connect application is now OPEN for students attending PCC in Fall 2025! The biggest update to the FC application is that students must apply to PCC before they can apply to Future Connect. Due March 1st!

Here's more info about who can qualify for the Future Connect Scholarship.

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

The Ford Family Foundation Scholarship is OPEN

Due Date: March 3rd.

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

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

• ALL seniors considering college should fill out the FAFSA (federal financial aid) and the Oregon Promise (state financial aid for community colleges.) Even if you are planning to attend a 4-year college next year, 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 2025-26 form and will use 2023 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. www.oregonstudentaid.gov

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!

This free college-planning publication provides students and families with important information and tools to guide their pursuit of postsecondary education. Opportunities guides are available in English and Spanish. The state-specific booklets are the same as the national booklets with the addition of state-specific information on colleges, financial aid, and resources. Oregon Opportunities English Version. Spanish version coming soon.

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 this opportunities.

YouthLine

Gresham ReStore

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 and 3rd Thursdays 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 ext. 5574