1202 Hwy 49 S Richland, MS 39218 Ph. 939.5144 Fax 939.7631

Principal: Richard Sutton

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APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN MRS. SHIPP’S CLASSROOM AND MRS. STATHAM’S OFFICE for the Mississippi Municipal League. DEADLINE APRIL 30

If you are interested in teaching tennis, soccer and/or basketball to a 12 year old this summer, see Mrs. Statham.

Robert Luckett Scholarship applications are available in Mrs. Shipp's room and Mrs. Statham's office. They did not arrive until yesterday afternoon, but they are due April 15!! Seniors should give completed applications to Mrs.Statham for mailing.

Seniors must bring copies of ALL scholarship monies offered by April 13. All monies will be recorded in the RCSD Scholarship Report. Remember, this is any and all offers whether your child accepted the offer or not. Seniors will be completing the RHS Senior Exit Information form in Mrs. Shipp's classroom April 15 and 16. Documentation of the offers must be provided.

Ole Miss is having a Summer College for high school students. Visit www.olemiss.edu/SCHS for more information or to apply.

Applicatons for the Kiwanis Club of Rankin County are now available. See Mrs. Statham or Mrs. Shipp for an applicaton. Deadline for entry is April 15.

The Christopher L. Robinson/Stacy Coleman Memorial Scholarship application is available in Mrs. Shipp's classroom, the JRTOC Bldg., and Mrs. Statham's office. The deadline is May 22.

The Richland High School PTO Scholarship applications are available in Mrs. Shipp's classroom and Mrs. Statham's office. Deadline is April 19

The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) is offering scholarships to minorities interested in the energy-related fields. For more information visit http://aabe.org/index.php?component=cnews&site_id=267

The Gates Millennium Scholars Program is now available for application. Visit www.gmsp.org and click on the Online Communities tab on the homepage.

The John C. Stennis Scholarship in Political Science is now being offered by Miss. State University. It is available to high school seniors majoring in political science. Applications are avaiable in the counselor's office

Catalogs for Washington University in St. Louis have arrived. If interested, stop by the Career Center.

Best Buy is offering a new program to help schools serving students in grades 7-12 meet their technology needs. It is called Teach@15 Award program. Teens (age 13-18) register online at at15.com (http://www.at15.com/contests_scholarships/teach to nominate Richland High School.

The Mississippi Concrete Industries Association Essay/Scholarship contest is now open to applicants. Students in their junior and/or senior year may participate. This is an ESSAY contest. Judges are not looking for reports. Some typical topics might be: concrete benefits to society, concrete related jobs, etc. Log on to http://mississippiconcrete.com/essay_contest_overview.cfm to view the brochure. You may call MCIA's administrative office at 601.957.5274 if you have any specific questions about the contest.

Discover Colleges provides a FREE private college information service as well as a $2500 private college scholarship drawing. Students may apply simply by logging onto www.discovercolleges.com to request information and automatically be entered in the $2500 drawing!

Horatio Alger Scholarship - rewards students with the character to succeed in life by helping overcome the financial barriers of higher education. To qualify, one must have a 2.0 gpa and critical financial need. Go to www.horatioalger.org/scholarships to apply.

Tylenol Scholarship - based on leadership and academic performance. Apply at www.scholarship.tylenol.com

Mutual Credit Union Scholarship - Four $1,000 scholarships awarded to Mutual Credit Union Members who are 2010 graduating seniors. Application available at www.mutualcu.org

The Christine and Clarence Day Scholarship - awarded to ONE high school graduate interested in pursuing a business major at Ole Miss. Value of $40,000 over 4 years. Apply online at www.olemissbusiness.com

Ole Miss Luckyday Scholarships - based on academic performance and remaining financial need after grants and scholarships have been calculated. Renewable scholarships range from $2,000-7,000/yr. Students must score 20+ on the ACT, have a 3.2 gpa, and complete the FAFSA. Go to www.olemiss.edu

USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships - Scholarships of $1500/year are awarded to students with demonstrated financial need. 50% of these will be targeted to students of ethnic minority groups. Applications will be accepted online at www.usafunds.org/scholarship beginning in December.

Army ROTC scholarships available through the Military Science departments at selected colleges. The most competitive candidates have 1100+ SAT or 24 ACT scores. More information and to apply, go to http:www.goarmy.com/rotc

The Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons Essay Contest - Three $500 scholarships will be awarded in MS. Topic of 500 word minimum essay: The Role of Plastic Surgery in America. For more information go to www.sesprs.org

10th & 11th graders-The Mississippi Governor's School is now accepting applications. For more information visit the MS Governor's School website

Richland High School Counselor’s Calendar

High School Counselor's Office Hours: Monday 7:30 - 4:15 Tuesday - Thursday 7:30 - 3:30 If you need to meet and have a conflict with the office hours, please call at 601.939.4610 to make arrangements.