Guidance Office
Schoool Counselor - Redina Dailey
Phone: 740-698-8831 option 3 or 1-800-628-9517
Fax:740-698-3614
This year we are fortunate to have Kate Lovering as our high school counselor intern. Kate is from Yellow Springs, OH and is completing her masters at Ohio University.
Mission Statement:
The Alexander School Counselors will support students in the areas of Academic, Career, & Personal/Social Development so that they may become responsible members of a diverse community.
Contents on this page include:
- ACT/SAT Information
- College Contact Information
- 2009-10 Scholarship Information
- Planning Your Future
- NCAA/Eligibility Center Information
- Financial Aid Information
- 2009-10 Course Book Information
- 2009-10 Guidance Calendar
- Helping Students Learn Newsletter
- Teenline Ohio
ACT/SAT Information
www.actstudent.org (ACT registration)
www.collegeboard.com (SAT registration)
It is recommended that students take the "Writing Portion" of the ACT & SAT.
Alexander High School CEEB Code: 360-100
www.march2success.com ACT/SAT Free Preparation Course
www.explorestudent.org Explore ACT
www.collegeboard.com/quickstart PSAT/NMSQT
College Contact Information
www.ohiou.edu (Ohio University)
www.hocking.edu (Hocking College)
www.rio.edu (Rio Grande University)
www.osu.edu (The Ohio State University)
www.ati.osu.edu (The Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute)
www.concord.edu (Concord University: Athens, WV)
www.shawnee.edu (Shawnee State University)
www.vettechinstitute.com (Bradford School: Columbus, OH)
www.muohio.edu (Miami University: Oxford Campus)
www.bgsu.edu (Bowling Green State University)
www.wscc.edu (Washington State Community College)
www.indwes.edu (Indiana Wesleyan University)
www.marshall.edu (Marshall University)
www.wvu.edu (West Virginia University)
www.wlsc.edu (West Liberty State College)
www.marietta.edu (Marietta College)
www.muskingum.edu (Muskingum College)
www.case.edu (Case Western Reserve University)
www.onu.edu (Ohio Northern University)
www.berea.edu (Berea College)
www.ohiochristian.edu (Ohio Christian University)
www.wooster.edu (College of Wooster)
www.pepperdine.edu (Pepperdine University)
These are colleges that have interested many of our students in the past. If you would like a college/university added please contact the guidance office.
2009-10 Scholarship Information
Current scholarship information will be posted on the website and paper applications placed in the career center at the high school when available. Please check with colleges/universities of your choice about specific scholarship opportunties they may offer.
FastWeb Scholarship Search: www.fastweb.com
Ohio Board of Regents: www.regents.ohio.gov/
School Soup Scholarship Search: www.schoolsoup.com
Sallie Mae Scholarship Search: www.salliemae.com
The American Legion Scholarship & Financial Aid Information/Handbook: www.legion.org/needalift
National Scholarships: Through the Washington Crossing Foundation. History Buff? Enjoy Politics? Government or Military Service in Your Future? Visit www.gwcf.org or call 215-949-8841. Deadline: January 15, 2010.
Christian College Scholarship Resource Program: Allows students to search for the different types of scholarships that are of interest. Visit www.christianconnector.com for more details. Deadline: Visit website.
Dr. William E. & Norma Sprague Scholarship: Must plan to attend Ohio University and have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information contact rbishop@grfoundation.org
Time Warner Cable College Scholarship: Candidate's parent/guardian must be a Time Warner Cable Mid-Ohio Division customer, Must have a 3.5 GPA on 4.0 scale, must demonstrate financial need. For more information visit www.twcmidohio.com/education
Ohio Black Caucus Scholarship: www.osba-ohio.org Applicants must be African-American, have a GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, and plan to attend a college/university in Ohio. Deadline: January 30,2010.
James and Martha Bratton Scholarship: Applications are available in the career center. Deadline: TBA
The Foundation fpr Appalachian Ohio Scholarships: There are seven different scholarships under this organization that you may apply to receive awards. Paper applications are available in the career center and you may visit www.appalachianohio.org for more information.
Ohio Association of Career Colleges & Schools Legislative Scholarship Program: Must have a "C" or better, must be nominated by a current member of the Ohio Legislature, & do not need to demonstrate financial need. Visit www.ohiocareercolleges.org for more information. Deadline: April 1, 2010.
IAAP Scholarship: Sponsored by the Athens Chapter of International Association of Administrative Professionals. Applicant should have career interest in secretarial studies. Deadline: March 10, 2010.
Athens Soil & Water Conservation District Scholarship: Applicant should have a long-term career interest in agriculture and /or natural resources. Deadline: March 26, 2010.
AES Engineers Scholarship: Applications can be found at www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php Deadline: October 8, 2010.
Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program: Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of the website: www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm Full details are available on the site. Deadline is June 19, 2010.
KFC Colonel's Scholars Program: Visit: www.kfcscholars.org Applicant must have a 2.75 or better GPA on a 4.0 scale, be pursuing a bachelor's degree at an in-state college or university and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Avaiable from Dec. 1, 2009 through Feb. 10, 2010.
Hocking College District Scholars: For Hocking College only. Tuition assistance program for students graduating from an Athens, Fairfield, Hocking, Perry, Pickaway, or Ross County high school. Applications are in the career center.
American Legion Auxiliary Past Presidents Parley - Nurses' Scholarship: Must be going into nursing & be an honorably discharged veteran or a spouse, son or daughter of a living, deceased, or disabled honorably discharged veteran. Deadline is May 1, 2010.
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship for Non-Traditional Students: Applicant must be a member of The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, or Sons of The American Legion. Applicant must be returning to the classroom after some period of time in which his/her formal education was interrupted. Deadline:March 1, 2010.
Alexander Hoops Scholarship: For those that participated in athletics during high school. Applications are available in the career center. Deadline: TBA
AFSCME Family Scholarship: www.afscme.org/members/852.cfm Deadline: Visit website.
Union Plus Scholarship: Union members, spouses, and dependent children (as defined under the IRS regulations). Deadline: TBA
Youth Survivor College Scholarship: Applications can be found at www.cancer.org/ohiogrants
Food Land Scholarship: Must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: TBA
Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship, and others: www.walmartfoundation.org Available on-line. Deadline: Visit website.
Big 33 Scholarship: www.big33.org Avaiable on-line. Deadline: Visit website.
United Mine Workers Association - Lorin E. Kerr Scholarship: Deadline: TBA
Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine Scholarship: Applicant should exhibit an interest and aptitude in the sciences and have a career goal in the health field. Deadline: Return application to Guidance Office by TBA.
FFA (Future Farmers of America) Scholarships: www.ffa.org Deadline: Visit website.
ROTC Scholarships: www.afrotc.com Avaiable on-line with varying deadlines for different scholarships.
U.S. Bank's Internet Scholarship: www.usbank.com/studentbanking On-line applications will be accepted from: Deadline: Visit website.
The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio offers the Wayne F. White Scholarship www.appalachianohio.org Deadline: Visit website.
The Winners Club Scholarship: for those pursuing a degree in education. http://winnersclubscholarship.visioncomm.net. Deadline: Visit website.
Settlers Bank Marietta College Scholarship: for those planning to attend Marietta college. Online at www.settlersbank.com or paper applications in career center. Deadline: January 31,2010.
ME Companies, Inc. Scholarship: www.mecompanies.com Need a GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: Visit website.
Leadership and Service Scholarship: Must attend an Ohio College or University. www.oacrao.ohiou.edu. Deadline: March 31, 2010.
National Commission for Cooperative Education Scholarship: www.co-op.edu. Applicant must be accepted to one of the following schools: Johnson & Wales University, University of Cincinnati, C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University, Northeastern University, Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Teledo, Drexel University, Kettering University, Pace University, & Wentworth Institute of Technology. Deadline: February 15, 2010.
Eleanor Gifford Scholarship: for those attending Ohio University. www.chogs.org. Deadline: Feb. 1, 2010.
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship: www.axa-achievement.com . "AXA Achievement" is a service mark of the AXA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of AXA Equitable. Deadline: Apply by Dec. 15, 2009.
Union Plus Scholarship Program Application. www.unionplus.org/education. Deadline: Visit website.
ESA Foundation Scholarship: http://www.esaintl.com/esaf/. Deadline: Visit website
Darwin T. Turner Scholars Program: for those attending UC. www.uc.edu/turnerscholars . Due: Visit website.
Diabetes Scholarship Program. www.diabetesohio.org. Deadline: Visit website. Deadline: Visit website.
NROTC Scholarship. http://www.nrotc.navy.mil. Deadline: Visit website.
Robert E. Evans Education Fund: Must provide GPA, two references, essay and activities/work experience. Deadline: March 31, 2010.(Sponsored by Peoples Bank).
Big Sun Scholarship: Must be a high school senior and currently involved in some sport at that institution. Visit www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Sudent Scholarship. www.elks.org/enf/scholars. Deadline: Visit website.
Ohio Forestry Association Memorial Scholarship: The purpose of the OFA Memorial Scholarship is to provide assistance toward forest resource education to quality students. Deadline: April 15, 2010.
Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Program: www.discovercard.com/tribute. Deadline: Visit website.
Robert E. Evans Foundation Scholarship: For those pursuing a major in business or liberal arts. Must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Applications are available in the career center. Deadline: TBA
Athens Rotary Club/Lawrence Worstell Scholarship: for those attending Ohio University. Complete and return to Mrs. Dailey, Guidance Counselor by March 5, 2010.
Athens A.M. Rotary Craig Copeland Memorial Scholarship:Applicant should exemplify service above self along with a focus on proven academic achievement. Deadline: March 31, 2010.
American Electric Power (AEP): Scholarship Applications are avaiable in the career center. Students applying should have the completed application to the guidance office by Dec. 16, 2009 to allow for completion of required school information before Christmas break begins. Actual deadline is Dec. 31, 2009.
Buckey Rural Electric Co-op Scholarhip Program (local) & the Ohio Rural Electric Co-op Scholarship Program (state level): www.buckeyepower.com. Applicant should have a3.5 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale and be a son, daughter or legal ward of an Ohio Rural Electric distribution cooperative member living on the lines and receiving service at the time of the statewide competition. Deadline: March 5, 2010.
The William D. Squires Educational Foundation Scholarship: info. in career center and at www.wmd-squires-foundation.org. Must have a GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: April 5, 2010.
Coca-Cola Scholarship: Visit www.coca-colascholars.org and click on "Coca-Cola Four Year Award for Seniors". Deadline: Visit website.
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year: www.bodybymilk.com Student athletes should demonstrate excellence in academics, athletics, community service, leadership and include milk as a part of their healthy lifestyle. Deadline: March 5, 2010.
Harry B. Crewson Scholarship: Sponsored by Ohio University Credit Union. OU Credit Union members and their children are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in community activities and/or special talent areas as academic achievement. Visit www.oucu.org and click on the "Youth & College tab " or check in the career center for an application. Completed application should be returned to Attn. Tricia Hale at the OU Credit Union by March 1, 2010.
South Central Chapter of the Ohio Union System Scholarship: Students pursuing post-secondary education of any kind are eilgible to apply. Deadline: February 12, 2010.
Hino Motors Scholarship: Must have a 2.5 GPA ona 4.0 scale, a minimum 19 on the ACT. Visit www.pacfwv.com to access, complete and submit the application. Deadline: March 15, 2010.
Best Buy Scholarships: www.bestbuy.com. Deadline: February 15, 2010.
Pythian Sisters of Ohio Scholarship: This is a renewable scholarship. Applications available in the career center. Deadline: May 31, 2010.
Printing Industries Education Funds Scholarships: www.pianko.org. Deadline: Visit website.
Kibble Foundation Scholarship: applications are in career center. Applicant must be accepted to one of the following: The Ohio State University, Ohio University, University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College, Marietta College, Hocking College or Washington State Community College. Recipients must also be U.S. citizens and graduate of a Meigs County High School, which includes residents of Columbia Townshop attending Alexander High School. Deadline: May 15, 2010.
Alexander Lions Club Scholarship: An essay and interview are also required with application. Deadline: March 1, 2010. (Completed applications should be turned into the High School Guidance Office.)
Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development Scholarhip: Applications in career center and at www.hapcap.org. Deadline: Visit website.
Amvets Post 93, Auxiliary & Sons Scholarship: Must be a graduating senior at Alexander High School, complete the application in its entirety and include a paragraph on why you want to continue your education. Deadline: Return to the High School Guidance Office by April 15, 2010. This year's AMVETS Scholarships are given in memory of Nathan Coe, Adam Fitzgerald, and Adam Jolley.
Athens Amvets Scholarship-Howard Latz Memorial Scholarship: applications in career center. Can be attending any university, must be the son, daughter, step-son, step-daughter, or grandchild of a veteran. Deadline: TBA
James Kura Memorial Scholarship: Must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, write an essay and be accepted by an accredited 4 year school. Deadline: February 19, 2010. (Sponsored by The Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers).
James R. Hartley Memorial Scholarship: Applications in career center. For students attending Hocking College only, must be the son, daughter, step-son, step-daughter or grandchild of a veteran. Deadline: TBA
Jim Sheehan Memorial Scholarship: Must be a participating member of Christ of King Church of Athens, Ohio and have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: Completed applications must be returned to Brent & Cindy Hayes c/o Bedrock Tool Rental by April 30, 2010 at 3:00 PM.
The OCTA Gillogly Scholarship: Applications in career center and is for those who's parents or guardians are alumni of Alexander High School. Deadline: Postmarked no later than midnight April 1, 2010.
Ohio Newspapers Foundation 2009 Minority Scholarship: Applicant must be enrolled at an Ohio college or university, have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, be African American, Hispanic, Asian American or American Indian, complete an essay, and have two letters of recommendation from high school faculty members. Deadline: Postmarked by March 31, 2010.
John and Blanche Mussio Scholarship: For those attending the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Applications in the career center. Deadline: April 2, 2010.
Educational Communications Scholarship Foundation. www.ecisf.org. Deadline: Visit website.
Athens Area Vietnam Veterans of America Scholarship: Applications in career center. For children of Vietnam Veterans, or close relatives of a Vietnam Veteran. For 2009, children of those who actively served in Afghanistan or Iraq are included. Deadline: TBA
Alexander's Future Foundation Scholarships: Application must include an official transcript, an essay on the importance of a college education (300-500 words), a copy of your letter of acceptance to the college of your choice, and you must attend an interview. (Interview times will be announced and posted in the career center at the high school after the application deadline). Deadline: Return to Guidance Office by TBA
- Allie Douglas Memorial Scholarship
- Ball-Shurman Honary & Memorial Scholarship
- Christopher Bolin Memorial Scholarship
- Bray Family Memorial Scholarship
- Bryan Bell Memorial Scholarship
- Max & Mexie Crabtree Memorial Scholarship
- David Enlow Memorial Scholarhsip
- David Rolston Memorial Scholarship
- Eric Mansfield Memorial Scholarship
- Hamill Family Memorial Scholarhip
- Brandon & Sharon Lowry Memorial Scholarship
- James McCamish Memorial Scholarhip
- Jeff Allen Gillogly Scholarship
- Kelly Rine Honorary Scholarship
- Ken Woods Memorial Scholarship
- Ryan Ferguson Memorial Scholarship
- Kevin Shaner Memeorial Scholarhsip
- Lewis & Helen Sauer Memorial Scholarship
- Loretta A. Doudna Memorial Scholarship
- Lucille & Don Battrell Memorial Scholarship
- Megan Keffer Memorial Scholarship
- Joe Theiss Memorial Scholarship
- Rebecca Mae Darst Memorial Scholarship
- Ryan Ferguson Memorial Scholarship
- Rebecca Meeks Memorial Scholarship
- Robert Withrow Memorial Scholarship
- Tara Marcell Bolen Memorial Scholarship
- Ward Cunningham Memorial & Darlene Cunningham Honoray Scholarship
- Lawrence Bean Memorial Scholarship
- Randy Dillinger Honorary Scholarship
- The FFA Alumni Scholarship in memory of John Sewell, Adam Fitzgerald, & Nathan Coe
- Alexander Faculty & Staff Scholarship
Planning Your Future
Knowledge for COLLEGE www.CollegeAnswer.com
www.MyMajors.com This website allows you to plug in your high school experiences & personal values into a simple quiz, which recommends five college majors to consider.
www.collegesofdistinction.com Use this site to start finding the schools that offer the programs, atmosphere, and other characteristics that match what you are looking for.
www.careerkey.org This website looks at personality types and work related behavior.
OCIS (Ohio Career Information Systems) See Mrs. Dailey, school counselor, to set up your own account. This website can be used to complete searches and save important information for later references. This website also has a "resume builder" component to help with preparing your resume.
www.collegeview.com Generates a list of possible colleges/universities based on an area of study, possible location, tuition range, school type and minority representation.
Job Profiles www.jobprofiles.org/
America's Career Infonet www.acinet.org
Bureau of Labor Statistics www.stats.bls.gov
Occupational Outlook Handbook www.bls.gov/oco
Peterson's Guide www.petersons.com
Educational Testing Services www.ets.org
NCAA/Eligibility Center Information
Students interested in playing Division I or Division II college athletics need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at the beginning of the Junior year. You must register online at www.eligibilitycenter.org .
If you have questions or need more information please call 877-262-1492 or 317-917-6222 (customer service hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Eastern time).
NCAA, P.O. Box 6222, Indianapolis, IN 46206-6222
Financial Aid Information
Federal Student Aid Information Center www.fafsa.ed.gov
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
800-4-FEDAID
- Find out about application status
- Request copy of Student Aid Report
- FAFSA on the Web Information
- Corrections on the Web Information
FAFSA PIN www.pin.ed.gov
http://www.bgsu.edu/offices/sfa Use this website to view short video answers to questions about paying for college. Information provided ranges from basic overall financial aid information to more detailed information on how to complete the FAFSA, eligibility, loans, grants, Satisfactory Academic Progress, and more. This link to Financial Aid TV (FATV) is being provided to us by Bowling Green State University.
Ohio Board of Regents (888) 833-1133
- State Aid Programs
- Ohio Instructional Grants
Internal Revenue Service (800) 829-1040
- Duplicate Income Tax Returns
Selective Service (847) 688-6888 www.sss.gov
- Registration Inquiries
Veteran Benefits (800) 827-1000 www.veteranstoday.com
- Eligibility information
Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (OASFAA) www.oasfaa.org
National Association of Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) www.nasfaa.org
Financial Aid Information www.finaid.org
U.S. Department of Education www.ed.gov www.studentaid.ed.gov
EFC Estimation Form www.finaid.org/finaid/calculators/estimate.html
GovBenefits.gov: benefits and assistance programs including loans, grants, and scholarships
This list is provided for informational purposes only. It is by no means a complete list of available resources nor is it endorsement by OASFAA. Contact your college financial aid office with questions or more information.
High School Coursebook
Coursebook.pdf