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Hillcrest High School CEEB Code: 012685 - you may need to provide this to register for ACT or SAT or to apply for admission/scholarships.
Email Mrs. Coleman - so I can add you to my contact list! I will send reminders and messages occasionally. I will NOT send scholarship/financial aid information directly to email. That information will be posted to this link. It is the student's responsibility to check it frequently. ALL scholarhip, admission, etc. information will be posted here, but the email contact list may be used to send additional helpful information.
THANKS so much for all of you who have shared your email address!
Transcripts, Applications, Letters of Recommendation:
- 1. Any request for a transcript must be made by completing the Transcript Request Form. Make sure that proper addresses/contact persons are included on the request form. There are copies of the form on the front counter in the office and also can be downloaded under the links "Guidance" and "Forms" on the hillcrest website. Fee is $5 and can be added to your student account or paid to Mrs. Hughes (bookkeeper).
- 2. Please do not run close on deadlines, making requests at the last minute. Requests for transcripts will be processed in a timely fashion, but may not get immediate attention.
- 3. Requests for letters of recommendation should be submitted with plenty of time before the deadline approaches. Students should supply a completed resume with a request for a letter of recommendation.
SENIOR ALERTS
- University of West Alabama - Fall Preview Day - Saturday, October 16, 2010 - If you are interested in UWA, this is a great opportunity to visit campus during a football weekend. Complimentary football tickets, lunch and campus tours will be part of the day. To make a reservation, call 1-888-636-880 or go online to http://www.gowest.uwa.edu/.
- Early College Deadline - The deadline for this semester for UA Early College is August 28. Visit http://www.uaearlycollege.ua.edu/ for all relevant information.
- Senior Girls - If you are interested in applying for the Classy Threads Teen Elite Board, please contact Denita Daniels at denita.daniels@classythreadsbridalandformal.com. The Teen Board members will serve on community service projects, receive a discount on store items and get the first look at all the new prom dresses for 2011. Email as soon as possible to set up an interview.
- Graduate of Distinction - If you are interested in being recognized as a "Graduate of Distinction," please make sure you meet the following criteria: 1. Minimum of 30 units of coursework, 2. GPA of 3.5 or better, 3. Take the highest level of course offered in each discipline (Science - AP Biology, Physics, or other AP science, Math - Calculus or AP Calculus, English - AP English, Social Studies - AP U.S. History and/or AP Government)
- ACT - The easiest way to register is at http://www.act.org/.
- Senior Meeting - Information regarding Graduation Supplies (invitations, products, etc.) - Wednesday morning, September 8 at 8:00 in the Theatre
- Senior Meeting - To Order Graduation Supplies - Tuesday morning, September 14 at 8:00 in the Theatre
Recruiting Visits
Auburn University - Thursday, October 14 - lunch visit and appointments during 4th block
Samford University - Friday, October 29 - lunch visit and scheduled appointments during 4th block
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS/FINANCIAL AID - Tuscaloosa County Medical Society - The purpose of the Tuscaloosa County Medical Society scholarship is to acknowledge a Senior Student in the Tuscaloosa County area who has demonstrated excellence through leadership, community involvement, work experience, academic achievement, and interest in pursuing a Health related profession. Financial need will be considered when awarding the scholarship. This scholarship will be in the amount of $1,000.00 to be used for tuition, books, or supplies at an accredited school, community college, or university of the recipient's choice. Information about submissions and deadlines can be found at the home page of this website under "Guidance" and "Forms." Deadline is March 1, 2011.
Scholarship Matching -Sites like Scholarships.com and ScholarshipExperts.com will automatically find scholarships you could be eligible for. Simply fill out a free profile and discover new scholarship opportunities. At CollegeWeekLive, you can research $2.5 million in need and merit based aid from hundreds of participating colleges.
- Major Matching -Discover which majors match your personality and career goals with online quizzes. You can find a free one here. - http://homeworktips.about.com/library/maj/bl_majors_quiz.htm.
- Veterans Administration Benefits - Children of veterans who have died in service or as a result of service-connected disability; who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of service-connected disability; or who have been listed as missing in action, captured, detained, or interned in line of duty for more than 90 days, may apply for government assistance for college at the local office of Veterans Affairs.
- Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarship - Deadline Oct. 31 - visit http://www.coca-colascholars.org/ for details.
- Do you remember reading Dr. Suess? Perhaps you should enter the Oh the Places You'll Go scholarship sponsored by Random House Children's Books. This $5,000 scholarship is intended for a high school senior who understands and values the limitless possibilities that education can offer. Details available at http://www.seussville.com/OTPScholarship/
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- Gates Millennium Scholarship: Win a full four year scholarship to the college of your choice through the Gates Millennium Scholarship Program. This year the scholarship application process opens on August 1, 2010 and has a deadline of January 11, 2011. Students are eligible to be considered for a GMS scholarship if they: 1)Are African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, 2) Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American Are a citizen, 3)national or legal permanent resident of the United States 4)Have attained a cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 on an unweighted 4.0 scale or have earned a GED Interested students should visit the website for information and applications. Details at www.gmsp.org
- Alfa Insurance wants to help students interested in going to Auburn for Agriculture, School of Forestry, Agricultural Engineering or Agricultural Education pay for school. See Mrs. Woodroof for requirements and other details. Visit http://www.alfafarmers.org/ for details - deadline is December 1.
- Alabama Builders Foundation - The Foundation awards scholarships to deserving men and women who want to pursue careers in the home building industry. Deadline is March 2011. Visit http://www.hbaa.org/, click on Foundation link.
- Dixie Youth Baseball - The only requirement is that you played Dixie Youth Baseball at least once. Visit http://www.dixie.org/. Application deadline is March 1, 2011
- Riverview Orthodontics - Have you been a patient of Dr. Upton? Look for a scholarhip available in the Spring of 2011.
- 3 Walmart Community and Dependent Scholarships
Application Period Opens Nov. 1, 2010 -
1)The Sam Walton Community Scholarship A $3,000 college scholarship available to graduating seniors with at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and a demonstrated financial need.
2)The Walmart Dependent Scholarship (Formerly Walmart Associate Scholarship)This scholarship is under revision. Please check back November 1, 2010. A $3,000 college scholarship available to Walmart and Sam's Club dependents of associates who are graduating seniors with at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and a demonstrated financial need.
3)Walton Family Foundation Scholarship (Administered by the Walmart Foundation) Administered by the Walmart Foundation, the Walton Family Foundation Scholarship is a 13,000 scholarship paid out over four years. Applications must be dependents of Walmart and Sam's Club associates, have at least a 22 ACT or 1030 SAT (Critical Reading + Math) score and prove financial need.
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Recruiters/Admissions Contacts:
University of Alabama - Allison Shirley - 348-8205 - Allison.Shirley@ua.edu
University of Alabama Birmingham - Zachary McAuley - 205-975-7518, zdmac@uab.edu
Auburn University - Evan Hicks - 334.844.6530 - evan.hicks@auburn.edu
Montevallo University - Lindsey Guess - 205-665-6029 - lguess@montevallo.edu
Samford University - Jonathan Lowery (former Hillcrest grad) - 205-726-2904 - jelowery@samford.edu
ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY - If you are considering participation in collegiate sports, please visit ncaa.org to complete an application for eligibility.
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