
Seniors, check out these scholarships!
https://www.newkirk.k12.ok.us/page/january
https://www.newkirk.k12.ok.us/page/february

Seniors planning on attending OSU in the Fall of 2022. OSU's Priority Scholarship Deadline is Feb. 1. Information on orientation and enrollment can be found at firstyearsuccess.okstate.edu.

OU Scholarship: CS-INCLUDES (Computer Science Indigenous Community of Learners United to Develop, Excel, Succeed) scholarship:
Scholarship support of up to $10,000 per year for 4 years based on financial need. Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the Fall 2022 school year.
Selected students will be part of the CS-INCLUDES program.
Join the Community of Scholars who will provide both academic and social support. Additional benefits of program participation include:
Family Welcome upon entry into the program
Peer mentorship
Faculty mentorship including CS and Indigenous faculty
Dedicated advising
Academic support, including study nights
Opportunities to support tribal nation building through internships, research, and service learning
Scholarship will be available January 2022. Selection criteria include Computer Science major and a desire for a career that supports Tribal Nation Building. To apply to OU, go to https://www.ou.edu/admissions/apply

The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) has established a new institutional scholarship called the Drover Difference Scholarship. It will be available beginning Fall 2022 for students that qualify for “Oklahoma Promise”.
This extra financial award is designed to supplement the state’s Oklahoma Promise Scholarship. The Drover Difference Scholarship is a four-year award for first-time enrolling freshmen. The scholarship provides $1,500 toward the student’s housing and an additional $1,650 toward mandatory fees for the academic year.
Students that qualify, go to https://admissions.usao.edu/apply to apply for admissions and scholarships.
In addition to this new opportunity, USAO has increased the amount of all of its existing competitive awards. Targeting students who show outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential, the annual value of these four-year awards ranges from $5,300 to $7,000.
For more information about these and other scholarships at USAO, visit usao.edu/scholarships.

Seniors interested in OU’s Medical Humanities Scholars Program:
Early consideration for admission to the OU College of Medicine.
Enhanced appreciation for the art and science of medicine through traditional and complementary clinical experiences during the undergraduate years.
Broader understanding of medicine’s past, present, and future and a sensitivity to the ethical, political, and social issues physicians and biomedical researchers face today.
Preparation for the practice of cross-cultural medicine through language, humanities, and social science courses and clinical internships.
One important point: this is NOT an accelerated pathway to OU College of Medicine, although some students, especially those with many Advanced Placement credits, may choose to complete their undergraduate education in three years.
If interested, please contact Will O'Donnell by email at willodonnell03@ou.edu
The deadline for applications is January 15, 2022.

JUNIORS & SENIORS: Sign up for a National ACT Test. Check with your counselor on if you qualify for a Fee Waiver. Go to act.org to register.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP OKLAHOMA CLASS 22
Leadership Oklahoma is now accepting applications for its 2022 Youth Leadership Oklahoma class! Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022. Applicants must be high school juniors, or home school equivalent, who will be entering their senior year in the Fall 2022. Youth Leadership Oklahoma is a weeklong journey across the state, introducing high school students to state leaders, issues, resources, and cultural treasures of Oklahoma.
50 students are selected each year and the program is provided at no cost to the student or their family. Criteria for selection includes a demonstrated leadership ability in school and/or the community such as student council, service clubs, or athletics. Additionally, students must have at least a 3.25 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) and be able to attend the program week in its entirety.
Program dates are June 5 - June 10, 2022
Applications for Youth Leadership Oklahoma are available here:
https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/76377
Completed applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022
For more information or if you have questions, please contact Tabitha Narvaiz at tnarvaiz@leadershipoklahoma.com or 405.848.0001.

OU Sooner Discovery Program: This is for sophomores & juniors who are interested in earning 5 hours of college credit, live in the residence halls & experience life as an OU college student. When: June 12-July 8, 2022 (To Be Confirmed). Application is open from Nov. 1st-May 1st. Apply at ou.edu/soonerdiscovery

Seniors planning on attending OU in the Fall of 2022: Start Sooner program. First year students admitted for Fall 2022 are eligible for an early arrival to campus living, 6 hours of college credit, and the ability to explore OU and Norman before the fall semester begins. When: July 10-August 4, 2022 (To be confirmed) Registration is from November 1-June 1. Website: ou.edu/startsooner

NEW Changes to OK Promise! Starting with the Class of 2023, students are eligible to enroll through their junior year! Income limit has been increased to $60,000. For more information go to: https://www.okhighered.org/okpromise

JUNIORS & SENIORS: Sign up for a National ACT Test. Check with your counselor on if you qualify for a Fee Waiver. Go to act.org to register.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP OKLAHOMA CLASS 22
Leadership Oklahoma is now accepting applications for its 2022 Youth Leadership Oklahoma class! Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022. Applicants must be high school juniors, or home school equivalent, who will be entering their senior year in the Fall 2022. Youth Leadership Oklahoma is a weeklong journey across the state, introducing high school students to state leaders, issues, resources, and cultural treasures of Oklahoma.
50 students are selected each year and the program is provided at no cost to the student or their family. Criteria for selection includes a demonstrated leadership ability in school and/or the community such as student council, service clubs, or athletics. Additionally, students must have at least a 3.25 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) and be able to attend the program week in its entirety.
Program dates are June 5 - June 10, 2022
Applications for Youth Leadership Oklahoma are available here:
https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/76377
Completed applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022
For more information or if you have questions, please contact Tabitha Narvaiz at tnarvaiz@leadershipoklahoma.com or 405.848.0001.

OU Scholarship: CS-INCLUDES (Computer Science Indigenous Community of Learners United to Develop, Excel, Succeed) scholarship:
Scholarship support of up to $10,000 per year for 4 years based on financial need. Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the Fall 2022 school year.
Selected students will be part of the CS-INCLUDES program.
Join the Community of Scholars who will provide both academic and social support. Additional benefits of program participation include:
Family Welcome upon entry into the program
Peer mentorship
Faculty mentorship including CS and Indigenous faculty
Dedicated advising
Academic support, including study nights
Opportunities to support tribal nation building through internships, research, and service learning
Scholarship will be available January 2022. Selection criteria include Computer Science major and a desire for a career that supports Tribal Nation Building. To apply to OU, go to https://www.ou.edu/admissions/apply

Seniors, check out these scholarships!
https://www.newkirk.k12.ok.us/page/december
https://www.newkirk.k12.ok.us/page/january

“No Sweat” Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Number of awards: 1
Due Date: December 31st 2021
Application URL:https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/
Application Process: Apply on the above URL. Free application.
Easy Application
Need-Based: NO
Minimum GPA required: NO
Essay Required: NO
Award sent to Direct to Student

Seniors planning on attending OSU in the Fall of 2022. OSU's Priority Scholarship Deadline is Feb. 1. Information on orientation and enrollment can be found at firstyearsuccess.okstate.edu.

The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) has established a new institutional scholarship called the Drover Difference Scholarship. It will be available beginning Fall 2022 for students that qualify for “Oklahoma Promise”.
This extra financial award is designed to supplement the state’s Oklahoma Promise Scholarship. The Drover Difference Scholarship is a four-year award for first-time enrolling freshmen. The scholarship provides $1,500 toward the student’s housing and an additional $1,650 toward mandatory fees for the academic year.
Students that qualify, go to https://admissions.usao.edu/apply to apply for admissions and scholarships.
In addition to this new opportunity, USAO has increased the amount of all of its existing competitive awards. Targeting students who show outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential, the annual value of these four-year awards ranges from $5,300 to $7,000.
For more information about these and other scholarships at USAO, visit usao.edu/scholarships.

Seniors interested in OU’s Medical Humanities Scholars Program:
Early consideration for admission to the OU College of Medicine.
Enhanced appreciation for the art and science of medicine through traditional and complementary clinical experiences during the undergraduate years.
Broader understanding of medicine’s past, present, and future and a sensitivity to the ethical, political, and social issues physicians and biomedical researchers face today.
Preparation for the practice of cross-cultural medicine through language, humanities, and social science courses and clinical internships.
One important point: this is NOT an accelerated pathway to OU College of Medicine, although some students, especially those with many Advanced Placement credits, may choose to complete their undergraduate education in three years.
If interested, please contact Will O'Donnell by email at willodonnell03@ou.edu
The deadline for applications is January 15, 2022.

JUNIORS & SENIORS: Sign up for a National ACT Test. Check with your counselor on if you qualify for a Fee Waiver. Go to act.org to register.

“No Sweat” Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Number of awards: 1
Due Date: December 31st 2021
Application URL:https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/
Application Process: Apply on the above URL. Free application.
Easy Application
Need-Based: NO
Minimum GPA required: NO
Essay Required: NO
Award sent to Direct to Student