Happy Holidays!

Here's wishing you a safe and happy holiday break

from the Ed White guidance department!

Community Service Scholarship from the Fraternal Order of Police

The Jacksonville Fraternal Order of Police is proud to continue its commitment to our students and future leaders by continuing the Community Service Scholarship program for the 2009-10 school year. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded in May, 2010.

See your School Resource Officer (OFFICER CROTTY!) for details and application information.

Interest Meeting Reminder: Jacksonville Commitment Scholarship Program

WHO: Those who qualify for FREE or REDUCED LUNCH

WHEN: Today, Tuesday December 8th @ 2:30pm

WHERE: Houston Hall in Ed White High School

***EWTV news have been broadcasting/posting announcements about this for a week! Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to learn more about getting into college for free & what to expect in the college-going process!!

THERE WILL BE YUM YUMS PROVIDED!

38th Annual University of South Florida Engineering Expo

The University of South Florida College of Engineering, and the Engineering EXPO staff are pleased to invite you and your class, youth group or family to the 38th annual Engineering EXPO. This year’s event will be held on Friday, February 19, and Saturday, February 20, 2010, from 9AM to 4PM. The Engineering EXPO has been held annually since 1973 in celebration of National Engineers’ Week. The event works as a venue to promote the engineering field, our institution, and the potential of our students. Your students will have the opportunity to participate in activities where they can have some "hands-on" engineering experience. Among some of the past events/shows (and some this year’s) during the two days of Engineering EXPO include the following: “The Science of Everything” by the Society of Physics Students, Gumdrop and spaghetti tower competition by Tau Beta Pi (Engineering Honor Society), Tours of our Nanotechnology lab facilities, mini baja and formula race cars made by the Society of Automotive Engineers, a concrete canoe made by Society of Civil Engineers, a Chemical Magic Show, Laser Lights Show and so much more. In addition, the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) has performed a very interesting astronomy show. These are just a few examples of the amazing ways you and your students, youth groups and/or families can explore the world of engineering.

The open house on Friday is typically composed of students coming on school field trips from all over the state and beyond! However, Saturday is usually composed of visitors from the general public as well as youth groups, including the Boy and Girl Scouts from all over who will have the opportunity to earn their Engineering Merit Badge. Either day you choose to come, you should be pleasantly educationally enlightened in engineering!
For more information about getting involved and registering for USF’s Engineering EXPO, please go to the Engineering EXPO’s website, or contact our staff by email/phone at your convenience.
Website: http://expo.eng.usf.edu/
Email: ENG-EXPO@eng.usf.edu
Phone: 813-974-0773

John V. Lombardi Scholarship

One of UF's most charismatic and popular presidents selects students each year who exemplify for UF Presidents John V. Lombardi's committment to academic excellence, community service, leadership, and public responsibility. Lombardi Scholars will receive a substantial scholarship for four years of study at UF; they will also be matched with a faculty mentor in their field and will receive support for several overseas study and internship experiences. Scholars are selected based upon an application and letter of nomination from their high school principal or guidance counselor, followed by an interview with a blue-ribbon committee of UF faculty and alumni. Applications and related materials must be postmarked by February 1, and scholars will be announced by April 1. Visit the website for application and more info: www.honors.ufl.edu/lombardi

Continental Societies, Inc. National Scholarship for seniors

Continental Societies, Incorporated is a national organization whose purpose is to promote the economic, educational and social welfare of underserved and disadvantaged children and youth; to enhance their recreational activities; and to promote additional experiences necessary for their optimal development.
To apply, you must be:

• a graduating high school senior attending a college or university for the first time
• must have applied to and been accepted by a four-year college or university
• submit an essay (500 word minimum) which includes the following: long range & short term goals, plans for educational support (financial, academic, etc.), statement identifying why applicant should receive the scholarship, costs from the accepting institution (tuition, room & board, and fees), and personal achievements including honors and awards (school community, church and/or employment)

The applicants must have an interview with the local Chapter Scholarship Committee or President, and provide a picture suitable for publication. See Mrs. Curran in guidance for an application!

FCAT Fall Retake Scores (reading & math) are in!

Counselors will be relaying scores to students during lunch (3rd period) tomorrow, Friday December 4th, in the cafeteria - LOOK FOR US!

Community First Credit Union Accepting Scholarship Applications from Area High School Seniors

December 1, 2009, Jacksonville, FL – Community First Credit Union of Florida is now accepting applications from area high school seniors for its Raymond A. Vinson Scholarship. Five graduating seniors will receive a $1,000 scholarship annually for four years.



The Raymond A. Vinson Scholarship is awarded annually in honor of the founder of Community First Credit Union to students who excel scholastically and demonstrate financial need. Applicants or their parents must be members of Community First Credit Union and plan to attend college in Florida. The application is available in any Community First Credit Union branch or on the website at www.CommunityFirstFL.org
The deadline to apply is March 1, 2010.


Vinson founded the Jacksonville-based credit union in 1935 as the Duval County Teachers Credit Union, which originally had 50 members and $200 in assets. Today, the credit union has more than 104,000 members and over $1 billion in assets. Community First membership is open to everyone on the First Coast and has 19 branches in Duval, Clay, St. Johns and Nassau counties.

REMINDER: Super Senior Saturday

December 5th
8:30am - 12:15pm
Houston Hall (Ed White HS)
**Bring your transcripts, record of community service, 3 letters of recommendation, and 3 non-family references
See Mrs. Bennett in BUS F or Mrs. Rhett in BUS H for Registration forms
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 2nd
There will be breakfast, college presentations, college application assistance, resume & narrative writing, and much much more!!
***In attendance: Florida State College at Jacksonville, WorkSource, Jacksonville University, Edward Waters College, Eta Phi Beta Sorority Inc, and University of North Florida

Go to Harvard University...for FREE!

Harvard University Announcement

Harvard University announced last weekend that from now on undergraduate students from low-income families will pay no tuition. In making the announcement, Harvard's president Lawrence H. Summers said, "When only ten percent of the students in elite higher education come from families in the lower half of the income distribution, we are not doing enough. We are not doing enough in bringing elite higher education to the lower half of the income distribution."

If you know of a family earning less than $60,000 a year with an honor student graduating from high school soon, Harvard University wants to pay the tuition. The prestigious university recently announced that from now on undergraduate students from low-income families can go to Harvard for free... no tuition and no student loans!

To find out more about Harvard offering free tuition for families making less than $60,000 a year, visit Harvard's financial aid website at: http://www.fao.fas.harvard.edu/ or call the school's financial aid office at (617) 495-1581.

Having trouble interpreting your PSAT scores?

College Board has a PowerPoint called, "Understanding the PSAT", PSAT fact sheets, and much more! Check out this website: http://professionals.collegeboard.com/testing/psat/download and scroll down until you see the table heading "After score reports arrive"

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!

Super Senior Saturday

December 5th

8:30am - 12:15pm

Houston Hall (Ed White HS)

**Bring your transcripts, record of community service, 3 letters of recommendation, and 3 non-family references

See Mrs. Bennett in BUS F or Mrs. Rhett in BUS H for Registration forms

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 2nd

There will be breakfast, college presentations, college application assistance, resume & narrative writing, and much much more!!

***In attendance: Florida State College at Jacksonville, WorkSource, Jacksonville University, Edward Waters College, Eta Phi Beta Sorority Inc, and University of North Florida

Do you have an outstanding record for service? FSU's got a program for that!

At Florida State Univeristy, Service Scholars will complete a minimum of 75 community service hours per semester, participate in individual and group service projects, attend regular meetings, engage in classroom learning, and promote community participation among their peers.

Application: http://thecenter.fsu.edu/2010%20Service%20Scholar%20Application.pdf

Deadline: January 15, 2010

Seniors: $28k for college could be yours!!

Entering the contest is easy!

Students must write a typed,
double-spaced essay - 500 words or less - on the topic,

"How does a Realtor Professional Benefit the Community?"

Go to: http://media.floridarealtors.org/ & click on "Scholarship Contest"

Deadline: February 8, 2010

Due date reminder: December 1st for the Essay/Art contest!

You won't want to miss out on this opportunity!
1st place = FREE LAPTOP (for you AND your sponsoring teacher!)
http://www.atccenter.org/contest/index.html

FORMER FIRST LADY COLUMBA BUSH LAUNCHES 2009-2010 ARTS FOR LIFE! SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

To be considered for an Arts for Life! Scholarship, students must:

• Be graduating high school seniors from a public, private or home education program in Florida in 2010.

• Submit a completed application, a brief essay explaining “How the arts have positively influenced my life” and a sample of work in creative writing, dance, drama, music or visual arts.

A committee of judges for each of the five disciplines, comprised of respected experts, reviews and scores the students’ essays and work samples. Each committee selects the top scoring applicants as recipients of an Arts for Life! scholarship.

Winning seniors will be notified in the spring and invited to a special luncheon in their honor hosted by Jeb and Columba Bush. Recipients are invited to showcase their arts discipline through performance and exhibition during the event. As part of the program’s professional development program, the scholarship recipients will also meet renowned working artists who will provide invaluable advice for pursuing a career in the arts.

To apply for a 2009-2010 Arts for Life! scholarship, interested students should visit www.ExcelinEd.org  for an official application and more information on additional requirements. Applications must be postmarked no later than February 1, 2010. If you have questions or would like further information, please contact the Foundation for Excellence in Education at (850) 391-4090.

Minorities in Medicine Symposium - FREE w/ lunch!!

Are you interested in studying medicine? If so, check out the UNF/Mayo Clinic Minorities in Medicine Symposium on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the Mayo Clinic, 4500 San Pablo Road. Click here for a map. This yearly event will expose you to health career options, scholarship/grant opportunties, as well as giving your the chance to network with medical professionals. Lunch will be provided for you.

THIS EVENT IF FREE!!!!!
All you need to do is reserve a seat for you and any guests. Please visit the UNF PreMedical Professions site and complete the survey provided to reserve your spot!
RESERVATIONS DUE: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20th!
FOR MORE INFORMATION/QUESTIONS, EMAIL Sara MaKary (thanks Angel!)  :)

Vote for Ed White's Casey Turner!!

1. Go to this site: http://www.thesportsflash.com/
2. Click on the Iron Man icon (looks like the one above)
3. Click on "Florida"
4. Click on "Vote for the Army Iron Man of the Year" link
5. Click the bubble next to Casey Turner's name and then click "vote"

VOTING ENDS: NOVEMBER 29th @ midnight

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT COMMANDERS!!!

Enter for a chance to win part of the $1 million in prizes for your school!

This year's essay topic focuses on the following:

Despite the rapid growth of new technologies, many schools do not have the tools and equipment they need to properly educate their students. So we want to know, how the consumer electronics, computer equipment and software awarded through Samsung's Four Seasons of Hope could benefit your school? Essays should focus on:

1. How consumer electronics, computer equipment, and software can enhance the education process.
2. How access to these technologies and the use of social networking can change the way that students learn.
3. The unique and innovative teaching methods that are enabled by computer and consumer electronics technologies.

In one hundred (100) words or less, enter your essay by using the form at this link: http://www.fourseasonsofhope.com/us/4seasons_hope/education.jsp
DEADLINE: DECEMBER 1st

2 or more parking tickets = your car getting towed!!

Any student who has received at least two parking tickets for parking without a decal or parking illegally will have their cars towed the next time they have a violation. Anyone who has their car towed must contact ASAP Towing to retrieve it. Do not contact the main office!

Help Us to Help the Needy

The Junior Civitans are holding a food drive to support a local charity for the holiday season. Please bring your canned or dry goods to school and help out a family in need. Donations can be given to classroom teachers or in the food barrel in the front office. Thanks for your help!

TAKE THE ASVAB! It's not just for the Armed Forces, you know...

Sophomores, juniors and seniors…are you curious about what you might be good at? Don’t know what you want to study in college or what to do after high school? Then take the ASVAB! Fill out a counselor request form with "sign me up for the ASVAB!" if you are interested - the test will be administered Thursday, November 19th at 7:45am at Ed White in Houston Hall.

Donate Blood at Ed White!

Ed White will host a blood drive on Monday November 23rd from 8:00 to 1:00. See Coach Gwynes in student activities for more information and to make an appointment. A government issued ID is required to donate.

DISCOVERY PARENT NIGHT: dinner & discussion!!

Thursday, November 19th

@ 6:30pm

in Ed White's "Houston Hall"

Come eat with us!

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING NOW AVAILABLE!!!

Student tutoring is now available after school

• Tuesday and Thursday
• 2:00 - 4:00pm
• In the media center
• Bring your ID, materials, class work and questions!!!!

ATTENTION PARENTS: PORTAL NOW LIVE! Check your students' grade & attendance!

You can now check your student’s attendance and grades by accessing the parent portal of the Duval County Public Schools website.

Parent Portal

https://dcps.mygradeportal.com

***You may obtain your user ID and password for each student enrolled at Edward H. White High School by appearing in person with pictured identification.

Regular School Day
Report to the Attendance Office – Main Hallway - See Ms. Santiago
Monday – Friday from 7:30AM until 3:00PM
After Hours – Nights
See the Community Education Coordinators in the Main Office
Monday – Thursday from 4:00PM until 8:00PM

UNF + Hicks Scholarship = $FREE tuition, room & board for 4 years!

In partnership with the University of North Florida, the Hicks Scholarship was established to help students in public housing, Section 8 housing, federally subsidized housing, or in a Habijax home. The Scholarhip pays up to the full cost of attending UNF, including tuition, fees, books, room & board (for 4 years if the student remains academically eligible). For more info: http://www.hicksprepclub.com/

Stetson University (Deland, FL) Scholarhip

SENIORS:

Do you have a 3.5 GPA?

Are you in the top 10% of your class?

Do you have an ACT Composite score of at least 29 or a miniumum combined SAT score of 1300?

IF SO - Stetson has a HUGE scholarship for you - see Mrs. Curran for the application!

HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

2nd Quarter has officially begun!

Students: Report cards will be distributed to your 4th period class this Friday. If you need to utilize GRADE RECOVERY - SEE YOUR TEACHER NOW! BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE! Remember: credit recovery is MUCH more work, so bring that grade up NOW if you need to do so!! Grade Recovery will be available to those students that made a D of F.
Parents: Please feel free to contact the guidance secretary (Ms. Sharon Menter, extension 142) to schedule a parent/teacher conference if you have questions regarding student grades.

Georgia Southern University Scholarships & University Honors Program

See Mrs. Curran if you are applying at Georgia Southern for awesome opportunities!

FAMU African-American Women in Computer Science Scholarship

Florida A & M University is providing an outstanding opportunity for Black women entering college in the fall of 2009. It is designed to address their absence in the field of computer technology. Dr. Jason Black is the Principal Investigator of a recently awarded $552,000 NSF Grant entitled African-American Women in Computer Science . The grant provides scholarships from $3,000 to $5,000 per semester for female African American students - click HERE

Sen10rs: Are you seeking a career in Education or Nursing?

If you are in financial need and look to pursue a career in Education or in Nursing, there is a scholarship for you!! See Mrs. Curran after school for an application...

College search made simple™

Check out this website: http://www.cappex.com/ for:

• college matching
• $11 Billion in Merit Scholarhips
• What Are My Chances® calculator
• college videos
• student reviews
• detailed majors
• admission stats
• AND MORE!! 

Art & Essay Contest

Amity Turkish Cultural Center (ATCC) and Florida State College at Jacksonville (FCCJ) are presenting the Annual Art and Essay contest for middle and high school students in the State of Florida. ATCC is also proud to have WJCT as the media sponsor and CSX as the business sponsor. The Contest is approved by Duval County, St John's County, and Clay County Public Schools.

Objective: To promote critical thinking skills as relates to diversity and multicultural issues. To recognize and create ways for young people to think about helping their community and to think in universal terms to foster more opportunities for alliance of civilizations, i.e. intercultural understanding and respect.

Theme: Middle and high school students in the state of Florida are invited to submit an original artwork and/or essay on the theme "Alliance of Civilizations" which is the United Nations' concept of interaction and coordination among nations and cultures globally. Its purpose is to establish relations and facilitate cross-cultural dialogue, understanding, reconciliation and cooperation and, in the process, to help counter the forces that fuel polarization and extremism. Prizes: ATCC will distribute 24 awards to students and their teachers. All of the participating students will receive a special participation certificate whereas the winners and their teachers will receive special achievement certificates. The Award Ceremony will take place on Thursday, January 7, 2010, at 7 p.m. at The Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts (at Florida State College at Jacksonville, South Campus).

1st Place: LAPTOP PC (Student and Sponsoring Teacher)

2nd Place: $200 Gift Card (Student)

3rd Place: $100 Gift Card (Student)

4th Place: $50 Gift Card (Student)

5th Place: $25 Gift Card (Student)

MORE INFO TO COME...

The UWF Experience

Leadership skills are highly prized in the working world, and UWF students have ample opportunity to develop them before graduation. UWF's small size and close-knit community offers students the opportunity to take on a leadership role in their first year on campus. As a first-year student, you'll want lots of stuff to do during the day and a comfortable place to come home to at night. Fortunately, UWF ensures its students have both. There are plenty of opportunities in our more than 150 student organizations. Also, check out this link for an "Alumnus Experience": http://uwf.edu/admissions/videos/features/alumni.cfm

Are you safe?

Check your password's strength at this website: http://www.microsoft.com/protect/yourself/password/checker.mspx - if the meter does not read "strong" or "best" you need to add numbers, letter or symbols (such as $, # or *) to your password! Protect yourself and your information (yes, even on Facebook y'all!)!!!

COLLEGE FAIR REMINDER!!!! DON'T MISS THIS!

Where: Prime Osborne Convention Center - 1000 Water Street Jacksonville, FL 32204 When: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24th 12:00-4:00pm What: TONS of schools, workshops with LOTS of valuable info and a chance to take a closer look at the schools to which you may be applying Estimated attendance: 5,000 Admission: FREE Parking: $5

2010 National High School Oratorical Contest - See Ms.

JUNIORS & SENIORS: Post Contests - Jan. 10, 2010. District Contests - Jan. 31, 2010. Area Contests - Feb. 21, 2010. State Contest - March 6, 2010 in Orlando, FL. Area contestants vie for a chance to compete on the state and national level. Area awards: 1st place = $2,500, 2nd place = $1,500, 3rd place = $1,000 & 4th-6th place = $500. National awards: 1st place = $18,000, 2nd place = $16,000 & 3rd place = $14,000!! Speech must be between 3-5 minutes. http://www.floridalegion.org/

ED WHITE MEN: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc - Epsilon Lambda Chapter MLK Jr ORATORICAL CONTEST!! (see Mrs. Curran for applications)

The Upsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Contest will be held on February 6, 2010 (9am-1pm) at the University Center on the campus of The University of North Florida. The contest first place Recipient will be awarded a $1000.00 education award to the college of his choice. Prospective contestants must complete the registration form and mail to the P.O. Box address below no later than Jan 15, 2010.Speeches must have original content and cannot exceed more than 800 words (minimum 4-maximum 6 minutes).The members of Upsilon Lambda and the MLK Oratorical Committee will then determine which contestants will compete at the event on 2/6/2010. Tickets to attend this extraordinary event will be $30.00 which includes a breakfast and a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial information package. There is no cost for students selected to compete. 1st Place – Recipient - $1,000 Scholarship award; 2nd Place – Recipient - $700.00 Scholarship award; 3rd Place- Recipient - $500.00 scholarship award; Several Book Vouchers Stipends will also be given away. ****All Scholarships and stipend checks will be made out to the college or university of the recipient’s choice upon the receipt of the recipient’s acceptance letter.

Upsilon Lambda Chapter P.O. Box 40081 Jacksonville, Fl 32202 Attn: MLK Oratorical Committee

FIU's priority application deadine: December 1st!

I encourage you to apply early (TO ALL SCHOOLS) in order to secure your place in the entering class, receive scholarships, early financial aid packages, housing and other benefits!!

Duval County Retired Educators Assn. Scholarship

Requirements:

1. Must have a score of 1000 or above on the SAT
2. Must have a score of 22 or above on the ACT
3. Must be interested in obtaining a college degree to teach school in Florida
4. This scholarship application will be sent to state competition & IF a winner, they would receive: $500 freshman year, $750 sophomore year, $1000 junior & senior years
5. Applicant might win a local scholarship for $500 each year for a total of 4 years
6. Pay back to the foundation: teach one year for each year they received the scholarship

SEE MRS. CURRAN FOR AN APPLICATION if you qualify!

9th-12th grades: Gates Millennium Scholars Program

• http://www.gmsp.org/ - Applications must be submitted online (1,000 students will be selected!!!)
• Do you have a 3.3 GPA?
• Are you African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American?
• Do you demonstrate leadership through community service or extracurricular activities?
• Do you meet Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria (find out on the FAFSA website, http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/)?

DEADLINE: January 11, 2010 by 11:59pm EST.

BULLYING MYTHS

CHECK IT OUT!!!!

http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/shore/shore065.shtml

$$$$$ - SEE Mrs. Curran for an APPLICATION

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To be eligible to receive a Boselli Award of Excellence, the applicant shall: • Maintain a 3.0+ GPA (on an unweighted 4.0 scale) from an accredited high school in Florida’s First Coast area • Participate in a junior varsity or varsity sport or its equivalent (dance, gymnastics, tae-kwon-do) • Participate in extra-curricular activities through church, school and community • Exhibit exemplary behavior, thereby being a good role model for peers • Pledge to remain drug-free, alcohol-free and tobacco-free • Complete the application process by published deadline of senior year of high school SELECTION CRITERIA The following factors will be considered in selecting the scholarship recipients: • Athletic commitment – participation in varsity, intramural or youth league sport(s) • Career goals • Christian outreach / community service • Communication skills – both written and oral • Good citizenship • Involvement in extracurricular activities • Leadership qualities • Positive attitude • Presentation of application packet – neatness and organization • Recommendations of Guidance Counselor, Coach and Minister • Relationship with peers and superiors • Scholastic record

$1,000 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION - SEE Mrs. Curran!!!

See Mrs. Curran in guidance (before or after school) for this application - must have:

• 2.0 GPA
  
  
  
• been a Florida resident for at least 2 years
  
  
  
• BE A MEMBER OF THE PTSA at your school
  
  
  
• submit the application (and all required documents) by deadline: February 1, 2010
  
  
  
  
  
  

Scholarhip Website - see Guidance bulletin board for flyer

Do you have a 2.75 GPA? Are you in financial need? Do you plan on pursuing a bachelor's degree? Then check out THIS LINK between December 1st and February 10th for a scholarship opportunity!!!