The Guidance Department is an integral part of the total education program at Archbishop Shaw High School and is designed to aid students in their personal, academic, and social growth. Our primary responsibility is to assist each student in achieving his maximum potential. This requires the combined efforts of students, parents, teachers, administrators, and counselors working together toward this goal. School counselors have extensive training in personal and academic counseling, interpersonal skills, and college and career planning. We are available to answer questions, listen to problems, and to provide academic guidance. Do not forget the role of the guidance counselor is to help you.
The Internet is a great place for researching and planning your next step.
Below is a compilation of great websites to help you get started.
The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) Website provides one-stop information on financial aid resources for Louisiana postsecondary students. The TOPS portal for students offers online TOPS eligibility status; TOPS rules and bulletins, TOPS forms and TOPS frequently asked questions. The Web site also features information on Stafford Loan status and a list of links to free private scholarship search services and Louisiana institutions.
O Captain, My Captain Scholarship Slam
Award: $1,000
Requirement: High School Student
Topic: Who or what has had the greatest influence/impact on your life? – in poetry
Due Date: October 25, 2018
Info: Website
ACT College & Career Readiness Champions
To a student who is tenacious and persistent, no matter the challenge, and is prepared for life after high school with a goal in mind and a plan in place.
Award: $500
Requirement: 22 ACT Score
Due Date: October 31, 2018
Information: Website
JRC Insurance Group Scholarship
Award: $1000 Scholarship
Requirement: Seniors – 500-1000 word essay
Info: Website
US Bank Scholarship
Award: 5 awards- $20,000, $10,000 and 3 at $5000
Requirements: Must be US citizen and a senior
Info: Website
Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship
Award: $2000
Requirement: 250 word essay on surviving a zombie apocalypse.
Due Date: October 31, 2018
Info: Website
CARiD Scholarship
Requirements: Senior – Submit a photo pertaining to the US automotive industry
Award: $1000 scholarship
Due Date: October 31, 2018
Info: Website
My Projector Lamps Scholarship
Award: $500 scholarship
Due Date: October 31, 2018
Requirements: Student 14 years+ & 3.0 GPA, Must like company’s Facebook page.
Topic: 1 page essay on chosen topic plus cover page, picture of multimedia used in classroom and send in transcript.
Info: Website
Prudential Spirit of Community Service Award
Due Date: November 6, 2018
Info: Website
Unlock My Future
Info: Website
The Eugene McDermott Scholars
Due Date: December 7, 2018
Contact for information: mcdermott@utdallas.edu
Foundation for Individual Rights in Education
Award: $10,000, $5,000, $1,000, or $500
Open to juniors and seniors to write an essay (800-1,000 words) on the provided topic.
Due Date: December 31, 2018
Info: Website
Rau for Art – Art Scholarship Competition
Award: $12,500
Due Date: February 1, 2019
Info: Rau for Art Foundation and/or see Ms. Reine or Mr. Markese for information
Jump Start Scholarship
Info: Webstie
Ochsner Blood Bank Scholarship
Info: Website
The following sites provide free searches for private scholarship and grant funding:
College Board’s website has a “Pay for College” section, which includes tools such as a “Scholarship Search” tool and “Calculators” for helping you plan your college financial needs.
Information on test dates and locations, online test registration, and sample questions and answers for the ACT and SAT tests are available at the Web sites of American College Testing and The College Board:
These sites provide descriptions of colleges, a searchable database of colleges by major, online college applications, and information on summer programs:
These sites provide information on the current status of federal Stafford loans that are serviced by the company listed:
NCAA.org Students pursuing athletics in college
