Sep 09, 2016
Box Elder lost to Herriman 35 – 22 in first home game of season and last preseason game.
The Counseling Office is required to do a school-wide needs assessment every three years which guides program priorities. We would love your feedback. Please complete the Needs Assessment Survey either through the link below or through the Edulink email that will be coming soon. Please complete this survey only once. Thank you for your support and input! http://www.ctesurveys.com/Survey?PointerId=138&SchoolId=35
All Orchestra students planning on going on tour to Disneyland need to pay a $100 non-refundable deposit by September 16 to guarantee your seat on the trip. Please take the money to the main office and bring Mr. Findlay the receipt as proof of payment. Go to www.boxelderorchestras.weebly.com<http://www.boxelderorchestras.weebly.com> for more information.
Yearbooks are on sale! They can be purchased online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. The school’s number is 7041. Cost is $41.00
Concurrent Enrollment Students: Those students who have a concurrent enrollment class this trimester – please remember that you need to have completed your registration for your class and paid your tuition by September 16th to avoid any late fees being added.
Dear Parents:
The 2016-2017 BEHS yearbook staff has started working on the pages for the senior section of the yearbook. We are collecting pictures for the “Diapers to Diplomas” and “Friends and Family” sections. We would like to include your senior student! Listed below is information about each section.
“Diapers to Diplomas”: We are looking for a photo of your senior when they were younger (around two years old). The cost is $5.00 to have a picture included in this section.
“Friends and Family”: Family and/or friends can write a short note congratulating your senior. We would like the photo in this section of your student when they are older (preferably 7th grade and up). The cost to put a picture and short note (30 words or less) in this section is also $5.00.
Please send:
A (non-returnable) baby picture of your senior (“Diapers to Diplomas” section). A (non-returnable) picture for the “Friends and Family” section. A short note to your senior to go with the picture in the “Friends and Family” section. (Please type the note). Write his/her name, your name, and a telephone number on the back of all pictures. Label the picture for “Diapers” or “Friends and Family”. Money/check: $5.00 per picture ($10.00 for photos in both sections). (Make checks payable to BEHS).
Send to:
Box Elder High School Attention: Yearbook Staff 380 South 600 West Brigham City, UT 84302 The deadline to send in pictures and money for either section is Oct. 19th. We cannot take any pictures after that date. Thanks for taking time to consider helping us make this year’s yearbook special for your student. Also, yearbooks can be purchased online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. The school number is 7041, cost is $41.00. Remember to order early!! (Very few extra yearbooks are ordered). Sincerely, BEHS Yearbook Staff P.S. If you have questions, contact Mrs. Sparks, 734-4840 or marsha.sparks@besd.net
Scholarships
The following scholarships are available through the counseling office:
Coca-Cola Scholarship: This scholarship is available to senior students who show academic achievement, leadership, and personal character
Deadline:
Oct. 31, 2016
Apply on-line at
Department of Veterans Affairs Dependents Education Program: Dependents of Veterans who are permanently and totally disabled due to a service-related condition or of a Veteran who died while on active duty or as a result of a service-related condition are eligible to receive assistance in getting education or training. Must be 18-26 years old.
Deadline:
On-going
1. Apply for benefits with the VA
2. Bring your certificate of eligibility to Mr. Allen or Mrs. Olsen in the main office
3. Attend school full time
AnyCollege .Net Scholarship: A $1000 scholarship randomly selected for students that register with AnyCollege.Net. Given regardless of GPA or ACT score.
Deadline:
On-going
Wells Fargo College STEPS Program: Register with this program for a chance to win a $1000 scholarship.
Deadline:
Go to:
www.wellsfargo.com/collegesteps
For more details
CampusDoor “Great Futures Start Here” Scholarship: There are 100 scholarships available for students who plan to further their education after high school.
Deadline:
See following website for application and deadline:
Zumper Scholarship: $1,000 College Scholarship.Llooking for outstanding students who have helped their classmates or community in a tremendous way. Maybe you started a club that raised $10,000 for charity, or championed recycling and sustainable practices across campus.
Deadline:
November 15, 2016
https://www.zumper.com/apartments-scholarship
ROTC Scholarship: For students who are considering the military. Students can pick up information on these scholarships in the counseling center or contact a local recruiter.
Deadline:
On-going
Navy ROTC : http://www.nrotc.mavy.mil
CoilLaw LLC Scholarship: This is a $500 scholarship for all senior students in Utah and Idaho who plan to attend a 4yr college/university.
Deadline:
December 31, 2016
http://coillaw.com/practice-areas/salt-lake-city-divorce-attorney/
scroll down for link to application
SAE Engineering Scholarships: For students who plan to pursue a degree in Engineering or related field. Must show academic achievement. Check in the counseling center for university and undesignated scholarships.
Deadline:
January 15, 2017
www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm
AES Engineers Scholarship: This is an essay contest for students who plan to pursue a degree in Engineering. See the web page for more details and essay topics.
Deadline:
October 6, 2016
http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm
USU US Army ROTC 4 and 3 year scholarships leading to an army career: For: 4 yr. apply by early Dec. of senior year. 3 yr., take ROTC as a freshman in college, successfully complete the year, then apply for the 3 yr. both scholarships cover tuition and fees, 1200 yearly for books and a stipend for 9 months each year from $300-$500 For information: LTC Stuart 435-797-7682
Deadline:
On going
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards: This scholarship ranges in award money from$1000 to $5000. Students must be in grades 5 through 12 and be engaged in a volunteer activity.
Deadline:
Nov. 8, 2016
Young Arts Scholarship: This scholarship is for students 10th-12th grade and are planning to pursue further education in any visual, performing, or literary arts and has shown excellence in that area.
Deadline:
October 17, 2016
Horatio Alger Association: This scholarship is awarded to a student that has demonstrated integrity, perseverance, strength of character, financial need, good academic record, and plans to pursue a college degree. Must have a 2.0 or better GPA.
Deadline:
October 25, 2016
Obtain application at:
www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholarship: For senior high school athletes who excel on the field and off.
Deadline:
October 3, 2016
BYU Dept of Goelogical Sciences George Hansen Fellowship Scholarship: Must be a graduating senior, and enroll in geology or earth and space science education major.
Deadline:
February 15, 2017
https://byu.az1.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3getFa7jgEq6Xe5
Daniels Fund Scholarship: Must be a senior planning to attend college next year, demonstrate strength of character, leadership, and community service.
Deadline:
November 30, 2016
Utah State Senate Visual Arts Scholarship Competition: All students grade 9-12 are eligible to participate. Must submit a two-dimensional visual art image of the Utah landscape. Scholarship ranges from $250-$5,000.
Deadline:
November 23, 2016
https://artseducationprogram-utahartsmuseums.submittable.com/submit
Lynn Jensen Memorial Scholarship 2015: This is a $1,000 scholarship for a senior student who plans to attend college.
Deadline:
December 4, 2015
www.usca.schoolcounselorawards.org/scoy/
Click on:
“other awards”
