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Thought For The Week:
Proceed as if success is inevitable.
OHS Juniors – Are You Planning On Taking The SAT Senior Year? Preregister Now!
Although some four-year colleges don't require an admission test score as part of your application, the test strengthens your college application nearly everywhere. Most U.S. colleges and universities accept the SAT. If you're not sure which college you want to attend, it's a good idea to take the test.
Taking the SAT is strong evidence that you're ready for college and have what colleges are looking for. Plus, you can choose to only send your best scores to colleges. Together with high school grades, the SAT can show your potential to succeed in college or career.
For more information on the SAT click here. Space is limited! To preregister for the SAT, sign up in the College & Career Center no later than Friday, May 1, 2026. The testing date for the Fall 2026 SAT will be announced at a later date. Practice tests are available at https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/preparing/practice-tests.
For more information, stop by the College and Career Center during lunch, or before or after school, or contact Ms. Baker at jbaker@onysd.wednet.edu.
Time Is Running Out! Order Your Yearbook! Limited quantities available
Order your yearbook online today by clicking here. Order March 1 – June 30: $50. If you have questions, please see Mr. Cole or a member of the yearbook staff.
College & Scholarship Opportunities:(The Onalaska School District and Onalaska High School are not affiliated with, nor do they endorse the organizations listed below. The information is provided solely for consideration and does not imply any formal partnership or association. You can find links to additional resources and scholarships on our website under College & Career Info.)
The Summer Advantage: Build a Stronger College Application – Free Webinar, Tues, May 5
Collegewise and ScholarshipOwl are joining forces for a free webinar that helps students turn summer from "I don't know what to do" into a season of real momentum. It's the kind of session geared directly to families, use as a springboard in advising conversations, or reference all summer long.
TOPIC: The Summer Advantage: Build a Stronger College Application
DATE & TIME: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 @ 4pm PT / 7pm ET
WHERE: Online – CLICK HERE to register!
Here's what students will walk away with:
· A framework for picking summer activities that reflect their interests and goals
· Smart strategies for using summer to research, prep, and apply for scholarships
· Tips for translating their experiences into more compelling, standout
Believe In Me Scholarship – Deadline May 15
For seniors who are still looking for college/trade school scholarships for the 2026–2027 school year, we have good news: Believe in Me has extended our scholarship application deadline to May 15 to give students more time to apply.
This scholarship opportunity is designed for first-generation students, including those who have demonstrated grit and determination in overcoming adversity. Students with a 2.75 GPA or GED are eligible and Believe in Me has $50,000 to distribute for scholarships. Winners will be announced June 15.
Please encourage visit: https://believeinme.org/scholarships
They can learn more, watch the recorded information session, and submit their application online. Students may also contact us with questions at admin@believeinme.org.
Olympia Master Builders Scholarship – Deadline May 27
The Olympia Master Builders (OMB) Education Foundation is accepting applications for scholarship grants ranging up to $2500 to college or vocational/technical school-bound students, who currently reside within Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific or Grays Harbor Counties.
Students intending to pursue studies leading to a career in the building industry such as engineering, architecture, drafting, industrial design, carpentry, construction management, etc. are encouraged to apply. Applicants must reside within Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific or Grays Harbor counties and be a US citizen.
DOWNLOAD 2026 Scholarship Application Here! Applications must be postmarked no later than Friday, May 27, 2026. Mail all required information to: OMB Education Foundation, 1211 State Avenue NE, Olympia, WA 98506. Contact Jenn Wasson at membership@omb.org or (360) 754-0912 for additional information.
Access Scholarships – Deadlines through June
Access Scholarships, a free scholarship and college resource platform for students. Our goal at Access Scholarships is to connect high school students with scholarship opportunities and other financial aid resources to help them navigate the (often complicated) world of higher education and paying for school.
In addition to our scholarship search and directory (with over 10,000 scholarships), we have several resources specifically geared towards high school students which I think your students might like to take advantage of:
· Scholarships for High School Juniors
· Scholarships for High School Seniors
· Scholarships for Minority Students
We also offer two of our own scholarships, both of which are open to high school students of all years:
Too Cool to Pay for School Scholarship ($1,000) - an easy opportunity, awarded quarterly
Around the Corner from College Scholarship ($1,000) - requires students to make a checklist to help them figure out what they need to do to prepare for college, awarded biannually
Scholarships.Com Scholarships – Deadlines through June
Scholarships.com is a free college scholarship search platform that helps students find scholarships they qualify for. As one of the most widely used and trusted scholarship search engines, we’ve helped over 26 million students and families connect with college scholarship opportunities.
OHS JUNIORS - ALA EVERGREEN GIRLS STATE – Deadline June 17
What is ALA Evergreen Girls State? The American Legion Auxiliary’s (ALA) marquee Girls State program, first presented in 1947, is one of the most respected and coveted experiential learning programs presented in the United States. The program epitomizes the ALA’s mission to honor veterans through our enduring commitment to develop young women as future leaders grounded in patriotism and Americanism. The young women become knowledgeable in the democratic process and how our republic form of government works at the local, state and national levels.
Each summer, approximately 20,000 young women participate in weeklong ALA Girls State programs across the nation. Every ALA Girls State program operates with the same patriotic values through a nonpartisan curriculum where students assume the roles of government leaders, modeled after their own state. This year’s event will be held June 21 – 26, 2026, at Central Washington University, in Ellensburg.
Select high school girls who have completed their junior year spend an intensive week of experiential learning working together as self-governing citizens. These young women learn government and the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of franchised citizens by forming a fictitious state of cities; electing public officials at the local, county, and state levels; and carrying out the duties of those offices. The week’s activities include simulated legislative sessions and government proceedings, along with presentations, assemblies, and recreational programs.
OHS JUNIOR GIRLS - Click for more information or to apply. Tuition sponsorships may be available to select students. Deadline to submit applications is June 17, 2026.
Scholarships America May Scholarships
At Scholarship America, our mission is to eliminate financial barriers to educational success so that any student can pursue their dream. We’re committed to creating a world where every student can access the resources they need to learn, grow, and succeed. Our expert approach and focus on students facing financial challenges help break down barriers and open doors to education. That’s how, in our over 60 years of history, we have managed to administer and award $5.7 billion in scholarships to more than 3.2 million deserving students on the pathway to education.
With committed supporters ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 companies, we’ve been able to guide and uplift students on their educational journey. We’re proud of all the good we’ve done. And we’re ready to do more. Start your scholarship search here.
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