Mecklenburg County residents should also be aware of this great local database for scholarships.
Kohls's Kids Who Care Scholarship Program
Recognizes and awards kids ages 6-18 who make their communities a better place.
www.kohlskidswhocare.com
DuPont Challenge
Awards $50-$5,000 to students in grades 7-12 who write an essay analyzing a pressing technological or scientific issue. Due in January.
www.glcomm.com/dupont
National Peace Essay Contest
Awards $1,000-$10,000 to students in grades 9-12 who write a foreign policy essay (topics change each year; see website for details).
www.usip.org/ed/npec.htm
Voice of Democracy
Awards $1,000-$25,000 to students in grades 9-12 who write a 3-5 minute speech on a patriotic topic and record themselves giving the speech. Speech topics change each year.
www.vfw.org
Welcome to the Northside College Guidance blog. In an effort to provide families with up-to-date information in a practical way, I will use this space to pass along details regarding scholarships, open house opportunities, deadlines, college tours, summer experiences, and more! Check back often and if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
