ERAU Scholarships

ERAU Scholarships:  It looks like you are automatically looked at for these scholarships when you apply to Embry-Riddle University.  It requires certain ACT/SAT scores and GPA.   It is recommended that you highlight the degree programs that are considered for the scholarships, the minimum GPA and SAT/ACT scores required for eligibility. If a student is interested in attending ERAU and pursuing a career as a pilot, they could look at one of these programs listed (on the flyer), and add on a flight minor in order to be eligible for these scholarships. Of course, these two scholarships are not all that Embry-Riddle offers, but they are the largest.  Here is a list of all of their scholarships as well.  

FAMU Recruitment and Scholarship Fair

FAMU will be holding a Recruitment and Scholarship Fair on Thursday, January 12th at 6:30 at Jean Ribault High School.  If you plan to attend, please RSVP.  The information is on the attached flyer. 

Financial Aid Night

Senior parents and students:  Baldwin is hosting a Financial Aid Night/Lab on Monday, November 28th from 6-8 pm in our Media Center.  Seniors are in the process of starting their FAFSA applications here at school, but in order to complete the entire process they need the parent to complete their portion of the application.  If you attend this event, please bring a copy of your 2015 taxes; we will have an FSCJ representative and other school members there to help you complete your portion of the FAFSA so that students can submit it.  Click here for a flyer.

Generation Wealth Scholarship Fair

This free event will take place on Saturday, December 3rd from 9 am to 2 pm at the Adams-Jenkins Sports Complex at Ed Waters College.  Learn more at www.generationwealthscholarshipfair.eventbrite.com or click here for the flyer.

College Goal Sunday

Seniors:  College Goal Sunday will be taking place this Sunday, November 6th at the FSCJ Downtown Campus.  You will be able to complete your entire FAFSA at this event if you show up with your parent and/or guardian.  See the attached flyer for the details.

ACT/SAT Prep at Baldwin

Juniors and Seniors, if you are planning to take either the December 3rd SAT or December 10th ACT, you should plan to attend the four prep sessions here at Baldwin before you test.  Click here for the flyer listing the dates and times.

Georgia Southern University - College of Education Visit Day and General Open House

Georgia Southern is hosting a Education Visit Day on Friday, November 11th from 11:15 am to 5:00 pm.  If you are interested in studying Education and have the ability to visit, this would be great opportunity to see the campus first hand.

Also, they are holding a General Open House for all programs on Saturday, November 12th from 8 am to 1:00 pm.  You can tour the campus, learn about their housing options, financial aid, etc.  If interested, RSVP at GeorgiaSouthern.edu/rsvp  Click here to see the flyer.

**Scholarship Highlight** Jack Kent Cooke Foundation

Nov. 30th  is the deadline for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship worth up to $40,000 per year for a four year degree!  You must have a 3.5 unweighted GPA, 1200 on the old SAT (or equivalent score on the new SAT), or a 26 on the ACT, and have financial need to qualify for this scholarship and plan on attending full time at a 4 year program.  Click here to apply.

Did you miss the Post-Secondary Senior Planning Night on Thursday?

Click here to review the full PowerPoint presentation from Thursday.

October Scholarship Matrix is now available

The October Scholarship Matrix is now available under the Scholarships tab.  Or just click here to view these opportunities.

FSCJ Open House

Students and Parents:  FSCJ is hosting an Open Houses from October 18-20th at various campuses. Session B, from 5:30-7:30 pm, is specifically designed for parents to attend.  They will go over program offerings, help with FAFSA, explain how Dual Enrollment works, and students can apply onsite!  If seniors submit an application by October 21st, they will be entered for a $500 book scholarship.  Here is the flyer to learn more.

Seniors...need help with your college applications and scholarships?

I will be holding "help" sessions for you on four Tuesdays coming up in Room 134 from 2-4 pm. You will need to provide your own transportation home, or wait until the Activity Bus takes you home at 5:15.  See the attached flyer for more information.  I can help you get signed up for ACT and SAT testing, fill out those college applications, or help you find scholarships for schooling.

Senior Parent Night

I am hosting a Senior Parent Night on Thursday, October 13th from 6-8 pm in our cafeteria.  All senior parents and students are highly encouraged to attend.  I'll go over many important topics including graduation requirements, college applications, scholarships, financial aid, technical options, Bright Futures, etc.  Military and college reps will also be in attendance to answer your questions. See the attached flyer for more details.

Senior English Presentation

Seniors, in case you missed my presentation due to an absence or don't have English 4 in your schedule, I'm posting my PowerPoint Presentation here.  Please let me know if you have questions.  Feel free to comment on this blog post, or send me a message through Remind.

College and Scholarship Help Workshop

There will be a College and Scholarship Help Workshop occurring on Saturday, September 17th from 11am to 1pm at the Regency Square Library.  Prior registration is required.  Please click on this link to register.  Also, check out this flyer for more information!

ASVAB - Nov. 2nd

11th and 12th graders - We are offering the ASVAB here on campus after school on Wednesday, November 2nd. This is an early release day and the test will begin at 1:30.  The activity bus will be available if you need a ride home after the test.  We will be giving this in the cafeteria.  If you are interested, stop by Mrs. Granger's office to sign up.  This is a great test if you are interested in a branch of the military or even if you are just needing career direction.

Spooktacular Volunteers Needed!

The Jacksonville Zoo is seeking volunteers for its annual Spooktacular event!  You must be 14 years or older and attend one of the MANDATORY Spooktacular orientations at the Zoo.  The event dates for Spooktacular are October 14-16, 21-23, and 27-31.  See the attached link for more information.

College Visits

We have colleges that will be visiting us at Baldwin during lunch time!  If you are a Junior or Senior, check out the colleges signed up to visit us soon!  Click on the EventBrite link to sign up to attend, or use the sign up sheet on the bulletin board outside the guidance office.

University of North Florida - click here if you have a 3.0 GPA and would like to attend

Nova Southeastern College - click here if you have a 3.0 GPA and would like to attend

University of Central Florida - click here if you have a 3.0 GPA and would like to attend

Florida State College at Jacksonville - click here if you would like to attend

Remind

11th and 12th graders - Need reminders about important deadlines?  Join Mrs. Granger's Remind group to stay in the loop.  You'll receive text message reminders about scholarships, college visits, deadlines, ACT/SAT testing, volunteer opportunities, and much more!

You can either text @Baldwin11 to 81010 or click here to join!

Twitter

Make sure you follow us on Twitter to stay on top of scholarships, financial aid, college and career tips.  @BaldwinGuidance

NACAC College Fair

High School Students - try to attend the NACAC College Fair at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center in Jacksonville on Saturday, October 15, 2016 from 9am-1pm.  Register online before you attend; it allows college reps you speak with to scan your registration ticket to connect with you.  Over 150 colleges from Florida, other states, and overseas will be there!

Scholarships

Each month, there will be a new matrix of scholarships available for you to check out.  The September Scholarship Matrix is posted under the "Scholarships" tab listed above.  Check it out! There is no limit to how many scholarships you can apply to, so apply for all that you qualify for. Right now, there is at least one scholarship available to each grade level at Baldwin.

Guidance Request Forms

This year, we have a new box right outside the guidance office where you can submit a request to see your guidance counselor.  Just grab a slip in between classes, fill it out, and slip it into the box.  We check the box multiple times a day and will get to you as quickly as we can.