By Sharon Petrus, high school counselor

2011 NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award – Visit www.NFIB.com/YEA for more information.

2011 Youth Pork Ambassador Program – Applicant must be a senior in high school, must be involved in the pork industry or the son/daughter of a parent or guardian involved in the pork industry, must be a resident of Missouri, must have own transportation, and must continue education at a technical school, community college or 4-year university.  Apply at http://mopork.com/Youth_YouthPorkAmbassador.asp Deadline:  December 15, 2010

American Legion Programs – Missouri Cadet Patrol Academy  (June 5th – June 10th)  Applicants must be 16 -18 years old, must have a “C” average or higher, must furnish own transportation to and from the Academy, must be of good moral character and come well recommended, must be in excellent physical condition and able to participate in a rigorous physical program, and must be endorsed by an American Legion Post.  See Mrs. Petrus for an application.  Deadline:  February 1, 2011

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship – Applicants must demonstrate ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community, and ability to succeed in college.  Applications are available at www.axa-achievement.com.  Deadline:  February 15, 2011

Boy Scouts or Venturers will soon head to college, the eKnowledge Sponsorship Alliance can help.  The organization offers SAT and ACT test-prep programs to BSA families – a $200 value for only the price of shipping and handling ($13.84).  The PowerPrep software helps prepare student for the exams. For more information and to order go to eknowledge.com/bsa or call 951-256-4076.

Burger King Scholars Program – $1,00, $5,000, and $25,000 scholarships.  Details and application at www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/burger_king_scholars_program.html Deadline:  January 10, 2011

Girls State – (June 19 – June 25) The Girls State program provides young women who have just finished their Junior year in high school the opportunity to study city, county and state government.  It enforces the understanding that every person is an integral part of the political process and has a responsibility to make tomorrow a better time.  Applications are available at:  www.missourigirlsstate.org.  Deadline:  March 15, 2011

Profiles in Courage Essay Contest – For contest information, registration, and to submit your essay, visit www.jfklibrary.org $10,000, $1,000, $500, or an expense-paid trip to Boston  Deadline:  January 8, 2011

Robert J. Stuckey Essay Contest – Grades 9 – 12 may earn academic recognition, as well as money to apply towards college expenses.  One essay may be awarded per school.  For more information see Mrs. Petrus.  Deadline:  January 31, 2011

SAMMY  2010 Award – Students will be judged on academic performance (5%), athletic excellence (35%), leadership (15%), community service (10%), and milk experience (5%).  Apply online at bodybymilk.com.  Deadline:  March 4, 2011

US Bank Internet Scholarship Program – 40 $1000 scholarships will be awarded in a random drawing.  Apply online at usbank.com/scholarship

Westminister College Scholarship Competition -  Students must have a minimum 25 ACT and a 3.25 accumulative GPA.   See Mrs. Petrus for a card to receive information.  No Deadline Given