Washington Crossing Foundation scholarship: 50 state winner awards of $1000, plus 32 national awards of $5000, for students who are interested in a career in government service.  Must write a 200 word essay as part of the process.  Visit: www.gwcf.org or Write PO Box 1976 , Washington Crossing , PA 18977 .  Due January 1^st.

John F Kennedy Profiles in Courage Essay Contest: An essay contest open to high school students in grades 9-12 with prizes up to $5000.00.  Go to the website www.jfklibrary.org/ and find specific information updated each year under the Educational Programs link. Due January 5.

Alliance for Young Artists and Writers (Scholastic Art) Awards: 260 awards of $4000, to study art, photography or writing.  Students submit portfolios and photos of their work for review.  www.artandwriting.org/Awards Write PO Box 732, New York, NY 10003   Due January 10th.

Burger King Scholars Program: Awards from $1000-$25,000 for both non Burger King students and also for those who are affiliated with Burger King. To apply go to www.scholarshipamerica.org/burgerkingscholars Due January 10.

Gates Millennium Scholars Program: up to 30,000 awards which can equal full tuition and fees for students who are low income and also belong to a minority group such as African-American, Native American Indian, Hispanic or Asian-Pacific Islanders. There is an opportunity for renewal for up to four years of tuition support. Students must be a US citizen, have a 3.30 GPA or higher, be evaluated on academic accomplishments in  math and science,  have demonstrated leadership and community service in the school and community and have financial need.  Contacts: 1-877-690-4677 or 206-652-1993 or go to www.gmsp.org.    Due January 10.

Northwest Career Colleges Federation Careers that Work Scholarships:  ZHS may nominate five seniors for a $1000 scholarships to attend technical schools that is a member, such as Perry Technical Institute.  Application forms are online at www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm  Turn completed applications forms into Mr. Griffin.  Due January 10.

The American Cancer Society Offers Scholarships For Cancer Survivors: The American Cancer Society's scholarship program is designed to ease the financial and emotional hardships associated with fighting cancer and to assist young cancer survivors reach their academic potential and fulfill their career dreams. Click here to view the application and contact Randi Cress at 509-242-8305 if you have questions.  Due February 24.

Masonic Council Outstanding Student Scholarship: ZHS students are invited to apply for one of 24 $1000 scholarships.  For questions contact the local lodge which is Sunnyside Lodge #138 located at 6th and Harrison in Sunnyside, WA.  The Public Schools Chairman is Robert T. Chandler (509-837-8076). Download an application at www.freemason-wa.org/Committees/Public%20Schools%20Committee/2011-2012/scholarshipapp2012.doc Due February 24

SCAC Principal's Association Scholarship:  Awards from $500-$1000 for students to continue their study beyond high school. Students must be a senior currently enrolled and in good standing at a member high school from the South Central Athletic Conference (SCAC) of Washington State.  ZHS Seniors  may download an application at www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm  Due to the principal by February 24.

The Lower Valley Children's Fund: a non-profit organization founded by a group of Lower Yakima Valley teachers, is offering an essay contest to students in grades K-12. Three prizes will be awarded: $250 college scholarship for seniors, $150 summer activity grant, and a $100 Border's Books gift card. Entries must be received before February 25. For more information and to download the application packet, go to the following link: https://sites.google.com/site/lowervalleychildrensfund/apply-for-a-scholarship Due February 25.

Solarity Credit Union Scholarship: Five  scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $2000 each to Solarity Credit Union members-You must be a primary member with an account in your own name, or a spouse who is a joint owner on the primary member's account.  Must be enrolled, or will be enrolled, in an accredited college, university or trade school, must have a minimum GPA of 2.0, must be attending college during the school year listed on the scholarship application. Get applications at www.solaritycu.org/scholarships.htm  Due February 25th

Yakima Valley Hearing & Speech Center Scholarship: The Hearing and Speech Center offers this Scholarship to residents of the Yakima Valley region to encourage applicants with hearing loss or speech and language disabilities to further their education.Get applications at   http://hearingandspeechcenter.com/Scholarship/Scholarship.php Due February 25th

Avon President's Club scholarship: 75 awards of $2000 for children or grandchildren of Avon President's Club members.  Contact your local Avon district representative for details. http://sms.scholarshipamerica.org/children-grandchildrenofavonpresclub/   Due February 28th

Association for Computer Professionals in Education Scholarship: 2 awards of $500, a student who has demonstrated achievement in educational computing and wishes to continue computer studies.  www.acpenw.org/home/awards.html Write c/o Computer Science Department, Portland Community College, 12000 SW 49th Street, Portland, OR  97219.  Due February 28th.

Buick Achievers Scholarship: $25,000/year for 100 first-time freshman, renewable up to four years and $2,000/year for an additional 1,000 incoming students.  Scholarships based on Academic achievement, Financial need, Participation and leadership in community and school activities, work experience, educational and career goals, unusual circumstances, and Other criteria: being a first-generation college student, female, minority, military veteran or a dependent of military personnel.  Scholarships will focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) students from high school who plan to continue this study into college.  Go to www.buickachievers.com/  Due February 28th.

Agriliance Scholarship: 20 awards of $1000. The Careers in Agriculture scholarship program sponsored by Agriliance and Croplan Genetics annually awards $1,000 scholarships to 20 high school seniors interested in livestock or agronomy-related studies. Candidates should: be a high school senior planning to enroll in a two- or four-year livestock or agronomy-related curriculum in the fall following high school graduation; demonstrate leadership and academic performance; and write an essay describing why he or she is interested in an agricultural career.  Go to www.agriliance.com/4Careers/scholarships.asp for an application.  Due March 1.

American Chemical Society Scholarship: 200 awards up to $5,000 for a minority high school senior student interested in the study of chemistry, biochemistry or chemical engineering.  Must have at least a 3.0 GPA and be a U.S. citizen.  Write: 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20036   or apply on line at https://acswebapplications.acs.org/applications/acsscholars/index.cfm  Due March 1st.

American Postal Workers Union, Hallbeck Memorial & Vocational Scholarships: 5 awards of $1000, renewable, for a son/daughter of an APWU member www.apwu.org/dept/sec-treas/stscholarships.htm.  Due March 1st.

Linda Buschini Memorial Scholarship;  An award of $500 This scholarship is designed to recognize and reward students at Zillah High School who have exemplified good citizenship, service to both school and community, the traits of being a friend to all and a desire to obtain further education and training after high school graduation. The award may be applied to tuition, books, or fees.  Download an application at www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm  Due March 1.

Cenex Careers in Agriculture Scholarship: various awards in $1000 increments for high school students interested in study of livestock production or agronomy.  Awards are based on scholastic achievement, leadership, and ability to contribute to agriculture in the future.  Write: PO Box 64039-MS 305, St. Paul , MN . 55164-0089. www.wfcoop.com/scholarships/  Due March 1st.

Chevron Merit Awards: 8 four year awards totaling $7200 to a graduating high school senior, must be used at one of the 8 schools belonging to the independent colleges of Washington (ICW).  Selection criteria are: academic achievement, leadership potential, and school/community involvement.  Even year schools which qualify are Gonzaga, Pacific Lutheran, Seattle Pacific, and Seattle University.  Odd year qualifying schools are St. Martins, University of Puget Sound, Walla Walla, and Whitworth College .  Check with the colleges listed. Due March 1st.

Federal Employee Education Association FEEA scholarships: awards of $250-$1000, renewable.  Open to dependents of civilian federal and postal employees with at least 3 years of service, must have a 3.0+ GPA.  www.feea.org/index.php?Itemid=46 Write: 8441 West Bowles Ave, Suite 200, Littleton, CO 80123  Due March 1st.

Fisons Corporation Asthma Scholarships: awards up to $25000 to female students who have asthma with a minimum 3.0 GPA.  Write: CSFA INC., PO Box 297, St. Peter, MN 56802.  http://kilo.perl.sh/hpmB.php.Due March 1st.

George Washington Foundation Scholarship: several awards up to $500, renewable to a student based on need, personal qualities and being in up 20% of class.  Can be used for books, tuition, fees, preferably, but not limited to a community college such as YVCC.  Write: 211 North 40th Avenue #412 , Yakima , WA . 98908 or download the applications from the ZHS website www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm .   Due March 1st.

Knights of Columbus National Scholarships: Several awards of varying amounts. Eligible candidates must be accepted to a Catholic College/University. www.kofc.org/en/scholarships/index.html Write: PO drawer 1670, New Haven  CT. 06507   Due March 1st.

UFCW-21 Scholarship Program: Scholarships offered to UFCW 21 members (Albertson's, Fred Meyer, QFC, Safeway or other union grocery and retail stores workers)  and their spouses, domestic partners, and dependents are: Family Scholarships of $2000 will go to applicants who are part of the first generation in their family to attend college. Designated Scholarships of $3,000 will be available to those pursuing a specific area of study. Our focus this year will be Food Progress (Agriculture, culinary arts, food health & safety, food politics). A Four-Year Scholarship of $4,000 will be awarded for 4 years of tuition. These are in addition to our ongoing regular scholarships: Full-time student scholarships of $2,000 each. Part-time student scholarships of $1,000 each.  Download applications at www.ufcw21.org/member/education-program . Due March 1st.

University of Washington College of Engineering Scholarships: several awards from $500 to full tuition, some renewable for up to four years, for top students interested in attending the University of Washington and majoring in engineering.  Students should have a strong math & science background (recommended 4 years of each) and should have a GPA of 3.3 or better and SAT/ ACT scores of 1100 or better.  Write: College of Engineering, University of Washington, Seattle, WA . 98195. www.engr.washington.edu/curr_students/scholarships.html  Due March 1^st

US Bank Scholarships: 25 scholarships of $1000 each, which are awarded to students based on academic merit and school involvement to continue their education at an accredited college (2 or 4 year program)  Apply on line at www.usbank.com/studentloans/marketing.html or write PO Box 2710, Spokane, WA 99220-2710, Due March 1^st.

Washington State Farm Bureau scholarship: 3 awards of $800.  Candidate must be a son or daughter of a Farm Bureau member.  Must enroll in a field of agriculture or a related area.  Write: PO Box 2009 , Olympia , WA . 98507.  www.wsfb.com/programs/scholarships  Due March 1-June 1 depending on county.  

Washington PTA (Congress of Parent-Teacher Association), financial grant program: 55 awards of $1000 for persons interested in a four year school and $500 for persons interested in attending a community college or technical school.  The applicants will be selected on the basis of need, academic achievement, and goals and must meet entrance standards for the school of their choice. Further information and applications can be found at the website www.wastatepta.org or 1-800-562-3804.  Due March 1st.

Washington State Scholarship Foundation: The Washington State Scholarship Foundation awarded $66,000 in scholarship awards based on need to 37 graduates of Washington state public high schools, pursuing secondary education. Students may attend four-year universities and colleges, community colleges, vocational-technical schools, or any other accredited post-secondary institution. Questions info@washingtonscholarships.org  Apply at www.washingtonscholarships.org/index.html Due March 1st.

Washington State Governor's Scholarship for Foster Youth: A program to assist Washington youth in state or federally recognized foster, group, or kinship care to enroll in and complete college programs of study in the state of Washington . All applicants must be current high school seniors who plan to graduate during this academic year.  The Washington Education Foundation expects to select 25-30 new scholarship recipients. Scholarships are expected to range between $1,000 and $5,000 per year, and will vary depending upon each recipient’s financial need. Scholarships can be renewed for up to four additional years. www.waedfoundation.org.  Applications and brochures can be downloaded from the web site or can be requested by calling the Foundation toll-free at 1-877-655-4097.  Due: March 1.

Washington State Retired Teachers' Association Scholarship: WSSRA 24 awards of $900-$1500 per year, renewable if grades are maintained, for a student who wishes to purse teaching as a career.  Complete your form on line at www.wssra.org/scholarshipform/signin.htm  Due March 1st.

WSU Farm House Fraternity Scholarship-2 awards of $500 based on scholarship, academic records, leadership activities, and statement of goals and objectives.  For freshmen only.  Write: Farm House Fraternity, WSU, Pullman, WA  99164-6420.  www.wsufh.org Due March 1st.

WASA-PEMCO 21st Century Educator Scholarship: 3 awards of $1000, renewable for  four years, for a senior who lives in Washington state, is interested in a career in education,  with a 3.0 GPA or better, who is active in a variety of activities, and exhibits leadership.   Go to www.wasa-oly.org or www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm to download an application. Due March 5.

Washington School Personnel Association Scholarship: 4 awards of $500 each.  Applicant must be interested in a career in education and must be sponsored by a school district that has a member of WSPA .  Each member can forward one application on for final consideration.  Write: 364 South Park Street , Walla Walla, WA . 99362.  www.wspa.net Due March 5th.

ACPE Scholarship: The Association of Computer Professionals in Education (ACPE) annually awards scholarships to outstanding students in Washington and Oregon who have demonstrated a high involvement with technology during their high school careers. This year $10,000 has been allocated for up to 4 scholarships of $2,500 each to be awarded to graduating high school seniors who are planning to pursue studies in a technology related field.Finalists will be selected and notified prior to the ACPE Conference on May 2-4, 2007. More information can be found at www.acpenw.org/home/awards.html. Due March 7

Drug-Free Washington Poster Contest:  open to students grades 9-12.  Students design a poster and submit for judging.  Scholarship amounts vary each year.    Write: PO Box 43094 , Olympia , WA 98504-3094 or email sas@liq.wa.gov  Due March 8.

Seattle Jaycees Academic Scholarship: 40 awards of $1000 for a student to study in a school in Washington state.  Awarded to good citizens who have been active in community/school service projects, and a heavy extra curricular involvement (80% of judging criterion) .  Write 109 West Mercer Street, Seattle, WA . 98119.  www.seattlejaycees.org/content.aspx?page_id=86&club_id=681323 Due March 10th.

Alpha Xi Delta Academic Scholarship: 1 award of $400  to a woman who will attend the University of Washington .  Student must have a balance between academic achievement and other activities.  Write: 1616 NE 50th Seattle, WA  98105http://washington.alphaxidelta.org Due March 15th.  

ASCAP Foundation Scholarships: 15 awards of $250-$1500 to young music composers.  Write: 1 Lincoln Plaza, New York, NY 10023 www.ascapfoundation.org/scholarships.html Due March 15th.

Heritage University Alumni Scholarships: awards to dependents of heritage college alumni to attend Heritage University in Toppenish.  Write: Heritage University, 3240 Fort Road, Toppenish, WA  98948.  www.heritage.edu/FutureStudents/FinancialAid/tabid/74/Default.aspx Due March 15th.

National Association of Women in Construction Scholarship: 2 awards of $500 to a female student who is interested in the construction industry including engineering, drafting or architecture. www.nawic.org/nawic/NFSF.asp Write: PO Box 827 , Yakima , WA . 98907-0827. Due March 15th.

Public School Employees of Washington Scholarships: 6 total awards with 3 awards $2000, $1500, & $1000 for a vocational area and 3 awards $2000, $1500, & $1000 for an academic area of study and 4 $600 in association with Pemco.  Student must be a dependent of a member of PSEW.  Write: 4910 A Street SE, PO Box 798, Auburn , WA . 98071-0798.  www.pseclassified.org/Union_Benefits/Scholarships/Default.aspx Due March 15th.

Quality Food Centers/Coca Cola Awards of Excellence: 80 awards of $1500 to a high school senior with a 3.5+ GPA based on academics, leadership, contributions to school, community and family.  Must be accepted to certain Washington State colleges.    Visit www.qfconline.com/01index.shtml or write Quality Food Centers, 10116 NE 8th Street, Bellevue, WA  98004 .  Due March 15^th.

SAE Engineering Scholarships: Several awards ranging from $1000 to $8000, renewable.  Based on ACT/SAT scores in the top 10% in the nation range and a GPA of 3.5.  Student must enroll in an SAE certified engineering school.  Write: 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001 http://students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships/hsseniors.htm   Due March 15th.

Society of Professional Journalists Essay contests: awards up to $1000.  Open to students in grades 9-12.  Each year an essay topic is selected.  Students complete an essay and submit for judging.  Write: 912 Seventh Avenue #B, Seattle, WA 98104, or (206)-621-5258 or www.nwlink.com/~spj   Due March 15^th.

Washington State Trail Lawyers Association (WSTLA) Presidents scholarship: several awards up to $2000 for a student who would like to continue their education, has financial need, a history of achievement despite overcoming an injury or disability, or hardship.   Write: 1807 7th Avenue, #1500 , Seattle , WA . 98101-1324 or call 206-464-1011 or email wstla@wstla.org .  Due March 15th.

Women's Western Golf Foundation Scholarship: 15 awards of $2000, renewable for a high school female having strong academics and involvement with the sport of golf.  Write: 348 Granville Road, Cedarburg, WI  53012 www.wwga.org/scholarship_info.htm  Due March 15th.

Yakima Valley Community College Foundation Inc. Scholarships: The YVCC Foundation will award 65 scholarships to incoming freshman.  Awards will be based on academic achievement, character, activities and leadership, potential for growth and development, need.  One form will allow you to be considered for any and all scholarships that you qualify for. All students who plan to attend YVCC should apply.  Go to www.yvcc.edu/AboutYVCC/Foundation/Pages/ScholarshipApplication.aspx  for applications and information or write: YVCC Financial Aid, PO Box 22520 , Yakima , WA . 98907-2520.  Due March 15th.

Yakima Valley Credit Union Scholarship: 4 awards of $750 each. Three of these scholarships are for YVCU members only, while the 4^th is available to any senior graduating from a Yakima Valley high school.  Student should have a minimum 2.0 GPA and accepted to study at any accredited post secondary school, college or university. Write: Scholarship Program YVCU, PO Box 2922, Yakima, WA 98907-2922 www.yvcu.org  Due March 15^th.

Zillah Alumni Association Scholarships: Number and amount of scholarship awards vary up to $750 to a Zillah high school senior to attend an accredited college, university, community college, or trade/technical school.  Get applications in the Guidance Center or download at www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm. Due March 15th.

ITCNET Scholarships: Several awards of $1000 and up for Native America/Alaskan student to pursue education in natural resources.  www.itcnet.org/about_us/scholarships.html Write: 4370 NE Helsy Street, Portland, OR  97213.  Due March 18.

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarships: 20 scholarships at $10,000 each renewable for 4 years. To learn more go to www.facebook.com/GEReaganScholarships.  Applications are due March 18th.

Pepsi-Cola Company Merit Scholarships: 10 awards of $1000 to students.  Criteria for selection are: academic excellence, leadership, school and community involvement.  students must plan to attend one of these schools: Gonzaga, Heritage, PLU, St. Martin 's, SPU, Seattle University, UPS, Walla Walla, Whitman, or Whitworth.  Applications must be send to the admissions office of the aforementioned schools.  Write to the individual colleges listed here or 2300 26th Avenue South , Seattle , WA . 98144.  www.scholarships4school.com/scholarships/pepsi-cola-merit-scholarship.html Due March 18th.

College Success Foundation Leadership 1000 Scholarship: Approximately 40 scholarships generally $5,000 a year for four years. Students must have financial need as determined by a filed FAFSA, whose financial need is not fully met by other scholarships and grants awarded through federal, state and other private programs, and who best meet the additional donor specifications.   Apply at www.collegesuccessfoundation.org .  Due March 23.

Sea-Mar Community Health Centers scholarships: Five awards of $1000 each.  Criteria include student must come from a Latino Farm Worker background, demonstrate financial need, have a 2.0 GPA, been active in school or community activities and plan to attend an accredited post-secondary school.  Write SEA-MAR Community Health Centers , 1040 South Henderson Street, Seattle, WA 98108.  www.seamar.org/scholarship.htm Due March 25.   

Washington Cattle Feeders Association Scholarship: a $1000 award to a student planning to study beef cattle production at WSU.   Write: P.O. Box 2382, Pasco, WA 99302-2382 .  http://wafeeders.org/page_146.html Due March 25th.

Hacer Scholarships: several awards from $200 to $1000, from the Hispanic Association for college educational resources program for eligible migrant and/or Hispanic youth, based on need, perseverance through hardships, 2.0 minimum GPA.  Write: 110-B South 6th Street, Sunnyside, WA 98944.  www.infohwy.com/html/hacer_scholarships.html Due March 28th.

Jorden Dodeward Memorial Scholarship: Awards from $500-$1000 for students who have had some golf experience as stated on the application are eligible to apply (Jr. Golf programs at local course, WJGA, PNW, Jr. Golf, AAU-Golf or high school golf teams qualify) will be given to students from within Yakima County. For further information contact:  Rene Dodeward, PO Box 507, Selah, WA 98942, jordendodeward@fairpoint.net  or check out the Jorden Dodeward Facebook page. www.facebook.com/pages/Zillah-WA/Zillah-High-School-Weekly-Newsletter/128741503836565#!/pages/Jorden-Dodeward-Memorial-Foundation/137932444817?ref=search Due March 30^th. 

WAEA Contest/Scholarship: Awards for seniors who will major in art or art education.  Students are asked to submit slides of their art work.  Nominating instructor must be a member of WAEA.  Write: 17515 16th Ave SW , Seattle , WA . 98166.  www.waea.net/html/awards___contests.html Due March 30th.

Alpha Gamma Rho (AGR) Scholarships- 6 awards of $100.00 each for any senior interested in attending WSU for study in any area of agriculture or home economics.  Three awards to FFA members and three awards to 4-H members.  Write: AGR Fraternity, WSU, Pullman, WA  99164.  www.wsuifc.com/page.php?page_id=5392&profile=469 Due March 31st.

ESA Scholarship for Children of Law Enforcement & Fire Service Personnel: Awards from $1000 to $10,000.  Eligible seniors will need to be a son/daughter of a full time paid Washington State member of the police or sheriffs department or a fire department. Applications will also be accepted from seniors who parents are members of a volunteer fire department in Washington State. Awards based on GPA, ACT/SAT Scores, an Essay, and resume of academics, activities, community service and awards.  Contact is howard@waesa.org  Download an application at www.waesa.org/scholarships.html Due March 31st.

Jack Quinn Memorial Scholarship: 1 award of $750 to a senior in the lower valley who is interested in study of music or drama.  www.valleytheatercompany.org/valley_theater_co/scholarship Write:  833 Terry Street, Sunnyside, WA . 98944.  Due March 31st.

MCI-Cutting Edge scholarship program: total awards of $50,000 to senior students who graduate from Washington state high schools.  Students interested in using technology are encouraged to apply. Contact: www.mci.com/cuttingedge  or call 1-888-860-0518, or email cuttingedge@mci.com . Due March 31st.  

National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation offers scholarships for students pursuing an education in restaurant or foodservice-related studies.  To see if you are eligible for an NRAEF Scholarship, visit www.nraef.org/scholarships or call 800.765.2122 ext. 6738. Due March 31st.

Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund: three to five scholarships for $2500.  Students must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and have a family AGI of less than $100,000 and be a US Citizen. Contact: JM Scott Fund, PO BOx 1023, Springfiled, VA 22151 for further information.  ZHS Students may download a form here. Due March 31st.

Washington School Personnel Association Student Scholarship Program: 5 awards of $500 per year, renewable for 4 years for a total award of $2000 for a high school senior who is planning to study for a career in education.   Write: WSPA Fellowship Chair, Leland A. Goeke Jr., VSD, PO box 8937, Vancouver , WA 98668-8937 or call 360-254-9320 www.wcps.k12.md.us/index.html  www.wcps.k12.md.us/depts_programs/student_services/documents/scholarship_retired_teachers.pdf   Due April 1.

Washington State Grange Scholarships: a family member must be a grange member in good standing for WSGA.  Various scholarships available.  Go to www.wa-grange.org/scholarshippage.html  Write: 3104 Western Avenue, PO Box C21089 , Seattle , WA . 98111.  All Washington State Grange scholarships Due April 1st.

Merit Resource Service Scholarship: 1 award of $1000 to a senior in the Yakima Valley .  Award is based on writing an essay on "Our Schools Drug and Alcohol Problem, What Can Be Done?"   Write: PO Box 997, Sunnyside, WA . 98944-0997 or download at www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm  .  Due April 5.

WOIS (Washington Occupational Information Service) scholarship: awards of $750.  This is given to a senior who has used the WOIS system to help find information about schools and careers.  Students are required to write a short essay on how the WOIS system has helped them.  Each school site screens the applicants and submits 1 entry.   Download form at www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm  Due April 5th (Due to Mr. Griffin).

University of Washington Alumni Association Scholarships: 20 awards of up to  $1000 to entering freshman students with a 3.5 GPA or higher, SAT of 1000+ and ACT 22+ required.  Preference given to children of U of WA Alumni.  Write: U of WA Alumni, 1415 NE 45^th Street, Seattle, WA 98105 or www.washington.edu/alumni/meet/groups/uwab/scholarships.html  Due April 8

Sunnyside Community Hospital Auxiliary Nursing and Health Career scholarships: several awards for $500, renewable for students wishing to study nursing or health careers. (includes the Mary I. smith nursing scholarship, Lois Fisher scholarship, and Sunnyside Auxiliary Health Careers scholarships).   Write: P.O. Box 719 , Sunnyside , WA . 98944-0719 or or download at www.sunnysidehospital.com/downloads/AU_Scholarship.pdf   Due April 9.

Bleyhl Community Library: Cook Art scholarship: 1 award of $1000 for a lower valley senior who are accepted to a school and plans to major in art.  The applicant should exhibit substantial accomplishment in the field of painting, drawing or other craft and show promise for the future.  A portfolio of 10-20 original pieces must be submitted.  www.grandview.wa.us/librarySpecServices.htm Write: 311 Division Street , Grandview , WA . 98930.  Due April 15th.

Nancy Duree Natural Resource Scholarship: The $1500 scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing higher education in natural resources (i.e. fisheries, forestry, wildlife, botany, geology, soil sciences, watershed sciences, ecology, and environmental education/recreation).  Applicants must attend high school in one of the following Washington State counties to compete for the scholarship: Chelan County, Douglas County, Grant County, Kittitas County, Okanogan County or Yakima County. Students must have attained a minimum accumulative grade point average of 2.5 and been accepted to an accredited two-year or four-year college Or university by the time the scholarship is awarded.  Apply at  www.salmonfest.org/nancy-duree.  Due April 15th.

FBLA Actions Speaks Scholarship: 6 awards up to $4000 to a high school senior who is an FBLA member that has demonstrated exemplary entrepreneurial spirit and fundraising skills or a commitment to serving their schools and community through activities.   Contact: www.fbla-pbl.org Due April 15^th.

Generations for Peace Essay Contest: 2 awards up to $1500 for a high school junior or senior.  Send a SASE and $1 processing fee to receive the annual application and topic information.  Write: 1314 SW Park Avenue , Portland , OR 97201.  www.generationsforpeace.org/ Due April 15^th.

Hispanic College Fund Scholarship: Awards ranging from $500 to $5000 for a US Citizen of Hispanic background to pursue a business related major in college and must have at least a 3.0 GPA in high school.  Write: 1717 Pennsylvania NW, Suite 460 , Washington , D.C. 20006 or  go to www.wiredscholar.com/selecting/content/hcf02app.pdf to download a form. Due April 15th.

Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest:  5 awards of $1000 open to juniors or seniors in high school.  See web page for annual contest rules update.  Students write and essay and must be nominated by their English teacher.  http://us.penguingroup.com/static/pages/services-academic/essayhome.html or write Penguin-Putnam Inc., 375 Hudson Street , New York , NY 10014 .  Due April 15^th.

Soroptimist International Club scholarship: local awards of $200 to $400, district awards of $500, 54 regional awards of $1250, and 1 national award of $2000, for female students demonstrating outstanding leadership, community service, dependability, and a clear sense of purpose.  Write: PO Box 643, Sunnyside, WA. 98944, 509-882-3982 or go to www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm.   Due April 15th.

Waflora (Washington Floriculture Association) Scholarship: several awards of $500 for a high school student interested in the study of horticulture.  www.waflora.com/scholarship_fund.html Write: 17414 Bothell Way SE, Mill Creek, WA 98012.  Due April 15th.

Warehouse Theatre Company scholarship: 1 award of $500 to a high school senior who plan to continue their study in music or drama.  Preference given to students involved in Warehouse Theatre Company productions.  www.alliedartsyakima.org/wtc.html Write: 5000 West Lincoln Ave , Yakima , WA . 98908.  Due April 15th.

Washington State Coaches Association Burnett-Ennis Scholarship: Number and amounts vary depending on number of applicants and size of fund.  This scholarship is open to any graduating senior who’s mother or father is a member of the Washington State Coaches Association (WSCA).  It can be used for any area of study.  www.washcoach.org/pdf.php Write: Secretary, WSCA 18468 8^th Avenue NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370.   Due April 15th

WSU Freshman Physics Student Scholarship: awards of one semester of tuition and fees for an entering student to study physics or who will teach physics. http://admission.wsu.edu/academics/fos/Public/field.castle?id=7652 Due April 15th.  

Yakima Federal Savings Scholarships: 10 awards of $550 to students with a 3.5 or better GPA.  Each high school may select one male and one female candidate.  Write: PO Box 1526, Yakima, WA. 98907-1507 or download an application online at www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm.  The local committee will then forward to YFSL before May 1  Do not send to Yakima Federal yourself as without the school endorsement it will be rejected. Due to Mr. Griffin April 15th.

Indian Health Care Improvement Scholarships: several awards to help native American Indian students pay for college education to study many areas of health and medicine.  See applications for specific areas of coverage.  www.atsu.edu/orgs/said/IHS%20Health%20Professions%20Scholarship%20SEC%20104.htm Write: Twinbrook Metro Plaza, suite 100, 12300 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, MD  20852.  Due April 19th.

Yakima Advertising Federation Desne Baldoz Memorial Scholarship: Two $1000.00 Scholarships to High School Seniors attending school in Benton, Chelan, Franklin, Kittitas, Klickitat, Walla Walla or Yakima County, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and who is planning to major in any field of Communications (broadcasting, advertising, media, graphic design, journalism, etc.) at a college, university or technical school.  You can download an application form at www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm   For more information, Write YAF, PO Box 9, Yakima , WA 98907 or call 509-452-1231 or  mailina@classicprintinavakima.com or the website www.yakimaadfed.com Due April 21. 

Buena Grange Scholarship: 2 scholarships of $500, applicants must be a graduating senior, have parents or guardians who are members of the Buena Grange in good standing, and must have academic standing strong enough to be admitted to the college of their choice.  Contact your Grange Masters for applications. www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm  Due April 25th.

North Central Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Scholarship: Several awards up to $1000 to a high school senior, of Hispanic heritage, with a 2.5 or better GPA who plans to study at a 2 or 4 year college or vocational institute.  Student should have a record of community involvement.  www.ncwhcc.org/index.php?page_id=216 Write: PO BOX 2001 Wenatchee, WA 98807  Due April 25th.

Washington State Holocaust Education Resource Center Creative Writing Contest: awards up to $200.  Open to any student 9-12.  Student writes an essay of 2000 words or less relating to the holocaust.  Write: 2031 Third Avenue , Seattle , WA . 98121. www.wsherc.org/writingcontest/contest.aspx Due April 25

COSTCO Wholesale Scholarship: 8 awards up to $5000 each for a high school senior who plans to attend one of the Washington Independent Colleges.  Based on leadership, achievement in the classroom and extra-curricular activities, community involvement.  The scholarship is renewable if requirements are met. Write: PO Box 34331 Issaquah, WA 98027 or at www.costco.com.  Due April 26^th.

SEMI Pacific Northwest Scholarships: Number and amount of awards vary. open to students pursuing degrees in semiconductor-related fields (electrical, mechanical or computer engineering, computer science, physics) .  Applications must have graduated from high school and attend a college in Idaho, Oregon, Washington or Utah.  Must have at least a 3.0 GPA Write:  IWD, Semiconductor Equipment & Materials International, 3081 Zanker Road, San Jose, CA 95134 or go to www.semi.org.  Due April 26.

Mabuhay Foundation Scholarship Program: Students of  Filipino heritage who are graduating from a Yakima Valley High School are invited to apply for this special scholarship award. The number and amount of scholarship awards is determined annually.  Application forms may be obtained in the ZHS Guidance Center.  Call Dori Baker at 509.945.0891 or email mabuhayfdn@charter.net to get further information.  Due April 27.

Public Service Recognition Scholarship a $500 award for students wishing to go into some form of public service career (government, education, others).  This is given out locally to Yakima Valley students.  www.zillahschools.org/financial-aid/scholarshipforms.htm Write: 15 West Yakima Ave., Suite 100, Yakima, WA  98902-3401.  Due April 29.

Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship: This $5000 scholarship is open to students currently enrolled as high school students or first-year college students. To be eligible for this award you must be under 25 years of age and answer both of the essay questions. Go to www.fitnessexercises.tv/scholarships.php  Due April 30th.  

Merck Will to Win Asthma Scholarship: $50,000 of awards in 5 categories of Performing Arts (dance, music, theater), Visual Arts (painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, film), Community Service, Athletics, Science for high school seniors who have asthma and made outstanding contributions in these areas.  Apply at www.willtowinscholarship.com/apply-now.  Due April 30