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

2. Senior Information
Class of 2019

3. Important Senior Meeting Thursday, April 18th in the GYM
Students who normally leave after 3rd period, should remain and attend the meeting during A/B blocks, if possible.
Students who leave after 4th period, should attend the meeting held during A/B blocks.
Academy students returning at 11:55 should eat C lunch and then report to the gym for the meeting during D/E blocks.
Students who eat C or D lunch  should attend the meeting during A/B blocks.
Students who eat A or B lunch should attend the meeting during D/E blocks.

4. YEARBOOKS
If you purchased a yearbook, please check the list around the corner from the commons (cross hall section) for your name!

5. There will be tutoring offered in April and May for Milestones.
Tutoring Schedules
The following subjects will be offered:
Algebra 1
American Literature
Biology
Economics
Geometry
Literature
Physical Science
US History

6. Attention Seniors:
Friday May 3rd at 3:15 pm is the last day to submit scholarship offers to Mrs. Watts in the counseling office.
Scholarships received after May 3rd will not be included in the graduation program.

7. Dues increase as of May 6th to $160
Attention
Seniors
Pay Dues by May 6th to save $$$
Currently Senior Dues are $150.00
Dues increase as of 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

8. 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 days after order.
Sale ends Friday, May 10, 2019
For more information please contact FCCLA Adviser: Lisa Bates Room 404
Print (or ) the complete order form and send payment to UGHS Room 404.

9. Tuesday, May 7, 2019 Join the Remind @teachiwill To 81010
Click HERE to sign up for the May 7th Georgia Future Educators Signing Day!
Contact Mrs. Watts in the counseling office if you are planning to pursue a career in the field of education.
Join the Remind
@teachiwill To 81010

10. 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

12. 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) or

13. College Acceptances April 2019
Austin Camp - International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Kima Carter - Bethune-Cookman University, University of Arkansas, Lincoln University, Alabama State University, South Carolina State University, Albany State University,
Fort Valley State University
Grant Fink - Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Ruthvika Garlapati - Georgia Tech

14. 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

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

16. College Acceptances March 2019 Bryson Neace – Duke University

17. 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

18. 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

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

20. College Info

22. Test Prep

24. academy.act.org

25. 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

26. Scholarship Information

27. Financial Aid Information:
-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)

28. THE ATLANTA JAMAICAN ASSOCIATION, Inc. SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
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)
Visit the website or see your counselor for the application and more details.

29. 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:

30. 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 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!

31. HIGH SCHOOL PIPELINE PROGRAM
The State Bar of Georgia Diversity Program and The Leadership Institute for Women of Color Attorneys, in partnership with Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School present the
HIGH SCHOOL PIPELINE PROGRAM
“A Unique Opportunity for Diverse Students to Prepare for College and Law School”
June 11 – 21, 2019 (not including weekends)
Application for Admission
This program is free of charge but space is limited to 22 students.
Deadline: All applications must be received by April 26, 2019.
Announcements will be ed on or before May 10th.

32. Also submit your online application using the link:
NCNW of Henry - Clayton
Offering 2019 ACT / SAT
Fee Scholarships
Education Committee
If interested in applying for this scholarship, submit a completed application by April 26th.
To apply you must be a minority female high school junior or senior in Henry County School. You must demonstrate financial need for the scholarship and have a 2.7 or higher GPA. Student must have good conduct.
Submit a statement of need created by the student in an essay or 3- minute video addressing the following questions: "Why do you need the scholarship? How are you going to use your education to help your community?“
Also submit your online application using the link:

33. LIVELIKEALYSSA College/Technical School Scholarship
The Live Like Alyssa Foundation is pleased to announce they will be giving $2,000 scholarships to Henry County Students who meet the requirements below. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2019.
This scholarship is designed for a student with a solid academic record who has a disability.
Requirements for the scholarship:
1. The student has a disability and has an IEP.
2. The student is a senior and attends a Henry or Newton County public school.
3. The student has a solid academic record (GPA of 2.5 or higher)
4. Please create a short video of 2-3 minutes describing your academic and career goals. Discuss your struggles and how you have strived to overcome them. Be sure to state your name and the college/technical school you will be attending in the fall.
5. Complete the application. Follow this link to complete the application: