We are in the home stretch, Seniors!! I have updated our newsletter and put the scholarship opportunities into categories to hopefully help make it easier for you to find scholarships that pertain to you. We are getting a number of opportunities in for specific areas of study, so those have been grouped together. We also have resources for scholarships that are open to everyone at the beginning of the Scholarship Radar. You can find a couple other groupings with selective qualifiers. It can be overwhelming to scroll through so many only to find something that doesn't pertain to you. Hopefully, this will make your search a little more efficient. I cannot recommend strongly enough using a tool like Fast Web where you can put in your information and it will find scholarships best suited to you. This saves you a lot of time in your search. Also, look to your parents employers. Lots of Local Unions, employers like the steel mills and healthcare providers offer scholarships to children of their employees. Please reach out to the Guidance Office if you need anything else to help you in your next steps after graduation.

Any senior from the participating Indiana high schools or homeschools in Lake, Newton, Porter, and Jasper Counties who satisfies the following criteria is eligible to apply for a Jim and Betty Dye Scholarship.

Applicants that do not meet the minimum eligibility will not be considered.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must live in Lake, Newton, Porter, or Jasper County, Indiana.
  
• Must be a current senior at a high school in Lake, Newton, Porter, or Jasper County, Indiana or homeschooled.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 (out of 4.0).
• Must have a minimum composite 1200 SAT / 25 ACT or greater (may be superscored).
• Must be admitted unconditionally as a full-time undergraduate degree-seeking student to one of the following universities:
  • Indiana University Bloomington (IU)
  • Indiana University Northwest (IUN)
  • Indiana University Indianapolis (IUI)
  • Purdue University West Lafayette (PU)
  • Purdue University Northwest (PNW)
  • Purdue University in Indianapolis (PUI)
  • Ball State University Muncie (BSU)

The application deadline is Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at midnight EST.

Criteria:

• From Lake County, Indiana

• Attending a nonprofit college or university

• Attending the full 2025-26 academic year (fall and spring semesters)

Selection will be based upon:

• Scholastic achievement

• Good citizenship and character

• Financial need

We recommend students use an email address they will have access to after the school year. Email is usually how we will communicate with them, including for the opportunity to reapply for renewal. They do not have to complete the application in one sitting as progress is saved after each page.

The Urban League of NWI has complied a list of scholarships for local students pursuing areas of study in specific interest. Download and view the "Need More Money" pdf below and scroll through to find one with your interest and apply!

The Construction Advancement Foundation is delighted to invest in the future of the construction industry by awarding scholarships to Northwest Indiana students who are pursuing a career in construction management, engineering, or a related field within construction. The scholarships for undergraduates are $2,500 per year and can be renewed for up to four years for a maximum of $10,000. Deadline is 3/31/2025.

The Indiana Oil and Gas Association (INOGA) has a rich history of involvement in the exploration and development of hydrocarbons in the State of Indiana. INOGA is an all-volunteer organization formed more than 60 years ago. Participating members include representatives from oil and gas exploration and development companies (operators) as well as companies and individuals working in the following sectors: pipeline, refinery, land acquisition, service, supply, legal, engineering, and geologic services.

In 2024, we awarded $15,000 in scholarships to students who were attending four-year colleges and pursuing degrees in the oil & gas career path. Each year INOGA hosts a golf scramble to sponsor these scholarships to encourage students to continue their education in the field of Earth Sciences, Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Geology majors.

In 2025, INOGA is expanding this scholarship to be available to residents of IN, IL or KY and attending any accredited college and non- IN, IL or KY residents attending an Indiana accredited college.

The requirements for the scholarship are:

1. Be a resident of IN, IL or KY and attending any accredited college; or be a non- IN, IL or KY resident attending an Indiana accredited college.
2. Be a graduating high school senior; or a HS Transcript showing completion through home schooling; or currently enrolled in a post-secondary education program.
3. Be attending college in the coming fall.
4. Plan to pursue a career in the oil and gas industry; and be pursuing a bachelor's degree, with preference given for Earth Sciences, Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Geology majors.
5. Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
6. Have a financial need determined by the scholarship committee.
7. Submit an original short essay which describes the applicant’s interest in the oil and gas industry and which career path the applicant is planning to pursue. The applicant is discouraged from resubmitting a previously submitted essay.
8. Submit at least one (1) letter of recommendation from a Mentor, Educator or Oil and Gas Industry Professional.
9. Applicant must not be an immediate family member of a member of the Scholarship Committee of the Indiana Oil and Gas Association and must be eligible to accept the Scholarship under the Indiana Code of Ethics applicable to state employees, special state appointees and their covered family members.

The Indiana Chapter of the American Public Works Association would like to offer an opportunity to Indiana high school seniors to receive our 2025 annual scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to a high school senior who would pursue a degree program in a public works related field. Such fields would include Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Parks and Recreation, Municipal Planning, Public Administration Public Works/Municipal Operations and Fleet Management among others. The degree may be through a university or technical school course of study. The scholarship awards $1000.00 annually for 4 years provided that the student demonstrates continued progress toward a public works field degree.

ELIGIBILITY: High School Seniors who plan to attend an accredited institution of higher learning during the Fall 2025 Semester at the undergraduate level whose major course of study encompasses the fields of Engineering, Public Works Administration, Public Relations, Finance or other programs within the public works field are eligible. Candidates must reside within Indiana. Students may be part-time or fulltime at an accredited institution of higher learning; however, candidates must be seeking a degree. A paid annual membership to the American Public Works Association is included in the award.

Deadline is April 18, 2025.

The Indiana Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship Fund was established for the purpose of receiving, investing, and dispensing funds to provide college scholarships to qualified students who are committed to pursuing an education and career in the law enforcement field.

1. ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE AN INDIANA RESIDENT.

2. ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE COMMITTED TO PURSUING AN EDUCATION AND CAREER IN A LAW ENFORCEMENT FIELD AT AN INDIANA COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY.

3. ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE A CURRENT MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION, OR A DEPENDENT CHILD OR GRANDCHILD OF A CURRENT MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION. If you do not meet the membership requirement, an application for membership is attached to this application. Just complete the application and return it with this Scholarship Application to meet the requirement.

4. ALL APPLICANTS MUST ENROLL AS A FULL-TIME STUDENT (12 hours).

• OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) that is offering scholarships to high school seniors. $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to 12 high school students who will be graduating high school this year and starting college this fall.
• Applicants DO NOT need to be a U.S. citizen. DACA students or undocumented students must have a Social Security Number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number.

• 👉 Apply before Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT.

The Indiana Latino Institute (ILI) Scholarship was created as a means to address the under-representation of Latinos in post-secondary education. The goal is to encourage Latino students in Indiana to pursue higher education and engage in community service. In order to accomplish this goal, ILI will provide scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year.

The task of seeking out scholarship opportunites that you are eligible can be arduous and time consuming; but also can pay off big! We know our Seniors have a lot you are juggling and keeping consistent with the scholarship search can be easy to forget. We have created this section of our newlsetter to help you keep up with your search and application process efficiently. Simply browse this section weekly and find the ones we feature in this issue, or click the link to the homepage of StudentScholarships.org to find ones that are relevant to you as a student. StudentScholrships.org is a helpful and reliable resource for scholarship searching. We like them for their short descriptions on their homepage that helps you quickly and efficiently find scholarships that pertain to you. By following this process, you can be assured that you are improving your chances consistently throughout the school year to search and apply for scholarships. This is a big task throughout your Senior year.this resource is worth your time and continued review!

Mrs. Guerra is going to decorate the window outside the School Counseling Office and it's time to fill it up with all the places you've been accepted to or which branch of the military you have signed with! If you are going into a trade, please include that info! You may submit as many colleges as you'd like - some students prefer to just submit the school they are planning to attend. If you list it below, it will be included on the window! See Mrs. Adams with any questions. If you are still waiting to hear from your colleges, please wait to submit this form until you know for sure.

Seniors, are you looking for inspiration and support for your college entrance essay? We have a great resource for you! Schoolhouse, which is brought to you by the founder of Khan Academy, is offering free College Admissions Workshops. This is an excellent resource to help you fine tune your essay and give you tips to make your submission a polished finish. You can create an account and sign in to find one that's right for you. This is tailored support where you need it most along your college journey. Get started today!!

It’s time to start building your Digital Portfolio with a Resume—a powerful way to showcase everything you’ve accomplished during high school! This portfolio is more than just a school project—it’s a professional tool that will help you with college applications, job opportunities, and beyond.

How to Get Started:

✅ Follow the step-by-step guide I’ve created for you.

✅ Use Google Sites to organize your achievements, resume, projects, and career goals.
✅ Add internship experiences, teacher recommendations, and showcase pieces that highlight your skills.
✅ Don’t forget to publish your site and make sure all documents are viewable outside of the school network.

Need Extra Help?

I am available for one-on-one support during Voice & Choice each week. If you’d like help reviewing your portfolio or resume, sign up to meet with me!

📩 Contact me via email or Canvas inbox to schedule a time.

This portfolio is YOUR chance to document your hard work, talents, and future goals. Let’s make it great!

This is how you will request your transcript be sent to colleges, employers, military and trades recruiters, etc.

Create a new account using your personal email address and fill out your personal information

Save your password because you will be using this site often!