College & Scholarship Information Union Grove High School College & Scholarship Information

College Acceptances April 2019 Ruthvika Garlapati – Georgia Tech

Tuesday, May 7, 2019 Join the Remind @teachiwill To 81010 Recognizing students who are planning to pursue a career in the field of education. Local system administrators/teachers, college and university representatives, mayors, and other government officials are invited to attend the ceremony. Join the Remind @teachiwill To 81010 If you are a future educator and want to be apart of the ceremony, please see Ms. Watts in the counseling office.

Senior Information Class of 2019

Sale ends Friday, May 10, 2019 Personalized Graduation Signs for Sale ORDER FORM… Order one or more personalized graduation sign(s) for your special senior today! These black, grey and maroon signs are 18” x 24” with printing on one or both sides. The cost of each sign includes yard stand. Make checks payable to Union Grove High School & return with this order form to front office or room 404. Orders can be placed beginning March 26th . Most signs will be ready for delivery about 10-14 days after order. Sale ends Friday, May 10, 2019 For more information please contact FCCLA Adviser: Lisa Bates Room 404 lisa.bates@henry.k12.ga.us Print (or email) the complete order form and send payment to UGHS Room 404.

Pay Dues by May 5th to save $$$ Currently Senior Dues are $150.00 Attention Seniors Pay Dues by May 5th to save $$$ Currently Senior Dues are $150.00 Dues increase May 6th to $160 You will not receive your cap and gown Until all fees are paid. Check or cash payments to Mrs. Tingle in the front office or with credit/debit card online at www.gabalfour.com

Most Outstanding Seniors Class of 2019’s Most Outstanding Seniors CALEB ANDERSON JUSTIN GODDARD KIMORA BAILEY DEVYN HILL BRYNN BARTHOLOMEW CATEY HUNT CAMERON BROOKS BRENNAN POLLOCK JASMINE BROWN KAELYN POURRON JAYDA BURKETT ASHLEY POWERS KYLE CARDEN TYLER STANDARD ABBIE COOK CAMDEN STEELE ANNA DOBBS SUSAN WALKER CHEZION ECHOLS MARY CLAIRE WILDER

4x8 bricks hold 3 lines of text for $50 Commemorative bricks will be used to complete the Wolverine Walk in front of the stadium. Buy a brick to leave your child’s legacy at Union Grove! Proceeds will be used to support the athletic programs at Union Grove High School. 4x8 bricks hold 3 lines of text for $50 8x8 bricks hold 6 lines of text for $100 FORMS ARE ON THE SCHOOL WEBSITE & MUST BE RECEIVED BY March 15th, 2019 to be installed for 2019 Graduation If you have any questions, please call Debbie VonLanken (678) 583-8502 or debbie.vonlanken@henry.k12.ga.us

Byron Craig – American Musical & Dramatic Academy College Acceptances March 2019 Bryson Neace – Duke Byron Craig – American Musical & Dramatic Academy Jared Abrahamian – Georgia Tech Alianna Garrett – SCAD Jadelen Outler – Valdosta State Janelisse Erazo - Kennesaw State & Georgia State Richard Gonzales – Clayton State University

College Acceptances March 2019 Bryson Neace – Duke University Byron Craig – American Musical & Dramatic Academy Jared Abrahamian - GA Tech

College Acceptances March 2019 Bryson Neace – Duke University

Keila Noel – Georgia State University College Acceptances January/February 2019 Keila Noel – Georgia State University Daryl Hillman – Georgia State University Chrissy LaMones – Agnes Scott College Zakiyyah Benoit-University of Alabama Symphony Wilson – Alabama State University Eric Bailey – Kennesaw State University & Mercer University  

Grant Fink - University of Tennessee College Acceptances November/December 2018 Grant Fink - University of Tennessee Brooke Newsome-Reinhardt University Christian Samuels-Middle GA State University

College Acceptances October 2018 Emerson Elliott – University of Alabama Kylah Jones-Vinson – College of Coastal Georgia Saadiq Mitchell-Columbia College Hollywood

College Info

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Test Prep

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Want to take the SAT or ACT? Test Date Registration Deadline February 9 January 11 April 13 March 8 June 8 May 3 Test Date Registration Deadline June 1 May 3

Volunteer/Mentoring Opportunities

Rho Sigma Lambda Chapter Presents Alpha Leadership Development & Citizenship Education Institute April 27, 2019 (9am – 3pm) @ Griffin High School For Male and Female students grades 10th-12th. Applications due April 1st . See the Alpha Phi Alpha website for more details

Scholarship Information

Financial Aid Information: -@UGScholarships -Monthly Newsletter (located in the counseling office and on UGHS website) -Scholarship/Financial Aid Bulletin Board (located across from the counseling office-snap a pic!) -UGHS Website (see School Counselor’s page)

$500 book scholarship and a one-year (student) membership in ACS. American Chemical Society Georgia Local Section Percy Julian High School Award This award will be given to 2 High School Seniors (one male and one female) in recognition of scholastic achievement and leadership ability. $500 book scholarship and a one-year (student) membership in ACS. Open to African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, and members of other groups who are traditionally underrepresented in science. Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5. Plan to major in a STEM discipline. Plan to attend a college or university in Fall 2019. Must show evidence of leadership skills which promote racial, ethnic, and cultural understanding. Deadline is April 12, 2019. Winners will be notified by May 2, 2019. Please see your counselor if you are interested in an application.

THE ATLANTA JAMAICAN ASSOCIATION, Inc. SCHOLARSHIP AWARD https://www.atlantajamaicanassociation.org An “incoming first year student” AND be Jamaican OR of Jamaican parentage Hold a minimum of 3.5 Grade Point Average or equivalent. Provide proof of college acceptance. Each scholarship applicant must submit completed Application Form, signed Agreement, copy of Transcript, curriculum vitae, and self addressed envelope by the deadline of April 26, 2019. Submissions must be mailed First Class in a 9 X 12 envelope to: Scholarship Committee The Atlanta Jamaican Association, Inc. PO Box 2207 Lithonia, GA 30058 If there are any questions the number to call is (404) 436-1427 Visit the website or see your counselor for the application and more details.

ATTENTION: College-bound Senior Girls! You can win a $1000 cash scholarship! The Atlanta Southern Crescent Alumnae Panhellenic Association is offering one $1000 cash scholarship to a female high school senior with a solid, all-around resume who resides in the Southern Crescent area AND will attend an accredited four-year college in Fall 2019 Application Postmark Deadline: April 29th, 2019 Download an application at: www.ascapa.org

GDA David Skinner Scholarship 2019 – 2020 Are you interested in pursuing a career in Agriculture and would like a scholarship to do so? Apply online at www.gdaonline.com for a chance to win a scholarship. The scholarship amount has increased to $2,400. Typically there are 6 scholarships, but there could be more. Apply by May 6th and see the website for more details!

See your counselor if you are interested. Street Angels Scholars, a non-profit 501(c)(3), was created by Street Angels Motorcycle Club, a group of women dedicated in its efforts to provide for the community an organization which promotes the safety of motorcycling, camaraderie and the patronage of the riding community. We strive to make great contributions to our riding community and to assist those in need. We have decided to assist three individuals in their pursuit of higher education by providing educational funding. This year, we will award a total of three awards in the amounts of $1000, $750 and $500. See your counselor if you are interested. Deadline is May 31, 2019.