Carl Junction High School

The American Legion Scholarship Programs  
Amount: varies by scholarship--individual scholarship names link to applications
Criteria: The student must be a resident of Missouri. Applicants must be under the age of 21, unmarried and a descendant* of a veteran with at least ninety days active service in the U. S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard, who received an Honorable Discharge for such service. A photocopy of the veteran's DD 214, discharge or separation notice must accompany the scholarship application. Any additional requirements for each scholarship are on the reverse side of the application. There are six scholarships available: Charles L. Bacon  Scholarship, Commanders Scholarship, Erman W Taylor Scholarship, Joseph J. Frank Scholarship, Lillie Lois Ford Scholarship, M.D. Jack Murphy Scholarship, & SAL Scholarship. (Shane Dean Voyles Memorial Scholarship is separate, and only one student per high school is selected to apply.) For all scholarships OTHER THAN SHANE DEAN VOYLES, mail to The American Legion Department of Missouri, Inc.; Attn: Education and Scholarship Committee; P.O. Box 179; Jefferson City, MO 65102-0179.
Deadline: April 20, 2023

American Nuclear Society Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Incoming freshmen scholarships are open to graduating high-school seniors who have enrolled full-time in college courses pursuing science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) with an interest in working in nuclear science and technology. Recipients of the Incoming Freshman scholarships are required to join ANS prior to the distribution of funds. 
Deadline: April 1, 2023

Bob Hackney Memorial Scholarship  
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: The Bob Hackney Memorial Scholarship shall be awarded to a student who is a genuine person quietly impacting others by living life with kindness, humility, and strength of character. Must be a CJHS senior graduating between December 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022. Must show financial need by providing the Estimated Family Contribution from the FAFSA. Funds will be used for educational expenses to continue the applicant's education at an accredited post-secondary college, university, or vocational school. Must have maintained a minimum high-school grade-point average of 2.5 and a minimum ACT composite of 20. Must have been involved in school or community activities.
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Bristol Myers Squibb Scholarship for Cancer Survivors
Amount: $10,000
Criteria: Applicants must be cancer survivors, age 25 and under, who are high school seniors or graduates, or current postsecondary undergraduates. To be eligible, you must be planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the entire upcoming academic year. Applicants will be asked to provide a personal statement, describing the impact of cancer on your life. 
Deadline: TBA

Bryce Boyd Hometown Dental Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria:  Must be a current high school senior on track to graduate between Dec 1 2022 - June 30, 2023, seeking higher education and/or a service-oriented career. Unofficial transcript, resume, 1-3 letters of recommendation, and essay required. Submit to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Carl Junction Alumni Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 
Criteria: CJHS seniors are evaluated based on financial need, GPA, ACT scores, activities/organizations, and a written statement. Submit applications to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS postsecondary advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Carl Junction Band Booster Scholarship
Amount: $100-$500
Criteria: Must have been enrolled in CJHS band.  Must be a graduating high school senior enrolling in a college performing instrumental music activity in the Fall of 2023.  Recipient is not required to be a music major.  Recipient must enroll in at least 12 college credit hours. Submit to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or scanned/email (krijones@cjr1.org). All applicants must include completed recommendation form with application.
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Carl Junction Cultivators Scholarship  
Amount: $500
Criteria: Applicant must be enrolled in/pursuing an earth, ecology, agricultural or horticulture-related field. A resume indicating your future plans should be submitted to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 14, 2023

Carl Junction Educational Foundation Scholarships
Amount: Several Scholarships available from one application. Values vary from $500 - $2,000.
Criteria: 1. Must be a CJ high school senior graduating between December 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023. Funds will be used for educational expenses to continue the applicant's education at an accredited post-secondary college, university, or vocational school. 3. Must maintain full-time student status in post-secondary education or training in the first academic year following your senior year of high school. 4. Must have maintained a minimum high school grade point average of 2.5. By applying for a Foundation Scholarship, you will be considered for several scholarships of varying amounts but may only receive one scholarship.
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Carl Junction Leo Club Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: Applicant must be a graduating senior who serves as a community leader and demonstrates financial need. Must prove full-time enrollment in an accredited college or vocational school. Submit application and essay to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Carl Junction Lions Club Scholarship  
Amount: $500
Criteria: Applicant must be a graduating senior with financial need who acts as a community leader with proof of full-time enrollment in an accredited college or vocational school. Submit application to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Carl Junction Teacher's Association Scholarship (MSTA)  
Amount: $ 750--amount pending MSTA board vote
Criteria: Any Carl Junction High School Senior in the upper 34 percent in the scholastic rank of the current senior class. Applicants shall be attending a college the following fall and spring semester. Character, personality, and scholarship standing will be a prerequisite of all candidates for the scholarship. An interest in the teaching profession is considered, but not mandatory. Submit the following: (1) one-page typed essay explaining your college educational goals and how you plan to accomplish those goals financially.  Include where you plan to attend school and your major area of study. (2) resume not to exceed 2 pages listing extracurricular activities, community involvement, and any honors you have received. (3) two one-page letters of recommendation (3) A seventh-semester transcript. Submit all application materials to Mr. Gary Biddlecome or Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor.
Deadline: April 14, 2023

Cook Family Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: Applicants must be a CJHS senior graduating between December 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023; must be planning to major in education at Pittsburg State, Missouri Southern State, or Crowder College; and must have maintained a minimum high-school grade-point average of 2.5.
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Cowger Family Scholarship 
Amount: $500
Criteria: Must be a CJHS senior graduating between December 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023. Funds will be used for educational expenses to continue the applicant's education at Missouri Southern State University. Preference will be given to education majors. Must have maintained a minimum high-school grade-point average of 2.5. The application must be filled out online and submitted. 
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Dr. LaFerla - Dr. Wilson  Orthodontic Team Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Senior must be a current or former patient of Dr. LaFerla, minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate community involvement, and demonstrate financial need. An essay is required  Applications may be dropped off at Dr. LaFerla's office or submitted to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 3, 2023 (Applications turned in to Mrs. Kristy Jones need to be submitted by Friday, March 31, 2023--in order to allow time for submission to Dr. LaFerla's office by the deadline.)

Educational Community Credit Union CU Succeed Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 (two scholarships)
Criteria: ECCU member who is a graduating high school senior. Each applicant must have an ECCU account in his/her name. If you are not a member, you may open an account and become eligible to apply. See application requirements for more information. For more information, call 417-485-3661.
Deadline: April 7, 2023

George Washington Carver Birthplace Memorial Scholarship
Amount: projected $1,000
Criteria: The applicant’s permanent residence must be within 200 miles of George Washington Carver National Monument, Diamond, MO.  The applicant must be graduating from an accredited high school in the spring of 2023 and be eligible for enrollment in college by the fall of 2023, or be completing a high school equivalent home school program in the spring of 2023 and be eligible for enrollment in college by the fall of 2023.  The applicant must be pursuing study in one of the following disciplines: Science, Art, Agriculture, Music, or Education. NOTE: If selected as a finalist, applicants may be asked to complete an interview.
Deadline: April 14, 2023

Intertech Foundation STEM Scholarship
Amount: $2,500
Criteria: Cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 or higher, intent to study computer science and acceptance at an accredited college or university within the US. 
Deadline: TBA

Jeff Asbell Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Must be a senior and good standing member of the Carl Junction FFA. Must have achieved a high school GPA above 3.2. Must be accepted to or already attending a college, vocational school, or any other career-based earning program to seek further education in agriculture, mechanics, aviation, or construction management. Email completed application and letters of recommendation to rhensley@asbellcompanies.com or mail to: Jeff Asbell Memorial Scholarship, c/o Becka Hensley, 9400 State Highway 171, Carl Junction, MO 64834.
Deadline: April 28, 2023

Just Call Jo Team Scholarship  
Amount: $100-$500
Criteria: Applicant must be a graduating high school senior enrolled in a post-secondary institution following graduation. This scholarship is not based on financial need. Applicants enrolled in a 4-year university will be eligible for a $500 scholarship. Applicants enrolled in any other type of post-secondary education will be eligible for a $250 scholarship. Write a 200-400-word essay on something you have accomplished during your high school career that you are really proud of and why. Attach an unofficial transcript to your essay. Submit application materials to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 14, 2023

Kansas City Associated Equipment Distributors
Amount: $1000
Criteria: Must be enrolled as full-time student for the fall semester for the year in which the scholarship is awarded. Must be pursuing an associate of applied science degree or certificate in either diesel mechanics or heavy equipment repair. Must be in good academic standing with a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Deadline: April 28, 2023

Kyran Addington Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Criteria: Must be a CJHS senior graduating between December 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023. Funds will be used for educational expenses to continue the applicant's education at an accredited post-secondary college, university, or vocational school. Must have maintained a minimum high-school grade-point average of 2.0.
Deadline: April 3, 2023

Margie E. Carpenter Doll Scholarship  
Amount:  $250
Criteria: Outstanding graduating CJHS senior who will continue their education in a science, math and/or teaching-related field. A resume outlining post secondary plans should be submitted to Mrs. Kristy Jones via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 14, 2023

Max H. Glover Memorial Rotary Club Scholarship  
Amount: $500
Criteria: Applicant must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or above, submit a written statement and resume, must be accepted to a post-secondary educational institution and enrolled as a full-time student for the year following high school graduation. Submit application to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 4, 2023

Missouri Scholarship & Loan Foundation's Access Extra Scholarship
Amount: up to $2,000
Criteria: A private scholarship for students with an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of 12,000 or less and who have earned a cumulative 3.50 or higher on a 4.0 scale weighted or unweighted GPA through at least seven semesters at a Missouri high school. Must be enrolled full-time at an eligible Missouri public or private higher education institution in the fall of 2023.
Deadline: April 15, 2023 or until funding is depleted. Awards are prioritized, first-come, first-served.

Missouri Society of Professional Engineers- Southwest Chapter 
Amount: $2000
Criteria: Be a high school senior for the 2022-2023 school year 2) Be a citizen of the United States at the time of application 3) Have at least a 3.0 grade point average (based on a 4.0 scale) for the 10th and 11th grades. 4) Have at least a minimum score on the American College Testing Program (ACT) test of 29 in Math and 25 in English. 5) Must enroll in an engineering program that has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET-EAC) or a PreEngineering Program at a College or University that has a working agreement to transfer credits with an ABET Accredited College or University. 
Deadline: July 31, 2023

Principal’s Leadership Scholarship  
Amount: (2) $500
Criteria: This scholarship is open to any Carl Junction High School senior who will graduate in May.  Applicants must submit a resume and letter of application either via email (krijones@cjr1.org) or hard copy to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS postsecondary advisor.  The letter should highlight the student’s academic achievement, leadership, and service activities in high school.  Applicants should also include their future educational goals and how the scholarship will benefit them in achieving those goals.
Deadline: April 14, 2023

Professor Jimmie Dave Doll Scholarship  
Amount:  $1,000
Criteria: Outstanding graduating senior who will resume their education in a science, math and/or teaching related field. A resume outlining postsecondary plans should be submitted to Mrs. Kristy Jones via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org). 
Deadline: April 14, 2023

RealtyHop Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Applicant must be a graduating senior working towards a bachelors or associates degree, an essay is required. 
Deadline: April 30, 2023

Scott and Kim Verplank Foundation
Amount: up to $10,000
Criteria: Applicant must be a high school senior, childhood diagnosis of type 1 diabetes, successfully managing diabetes with proper medication, exercise and diet, commitment to education by maintaining above a 3.0 grade point average, commitment to participating in athletics by actively participating on an organized team, United States Citizen, completion of application with supporting documentation and endorsements.
Deadline: April 15, 2023

Soliant's Sunrise Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: Applicant must have a cumulative college grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a 4-point scale and be enrolled full-time at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university in the United States pursing an undergraduate degree. Essay required.
Deadline: April 28, 2023 

Southwest Missouri Bank Scholarship  
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: This scholarship is based on class rank, GPA, ACT/SAT scores and financial need. Submit application to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor, via hard copy or email (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline:  April 3, 2023

Teresa Walther Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Criteria: Applicant must demonstrate a high level of intellectual improvement during their high school years. A short essay is required. Click on the title for an application. Application and essay must be turned into Mrs. Alford by 3pm on the deadline date.
Deadline: April 10, 2023

Webb City Elks Scholarship  
Amount: $1,000
Criteria: To be eligible for the Webb City Elks #861 Scholarship, a student must have completed their junior and senior years at Carl Junction High School; enrolled in an accredited post-secondary college, university, or vocational school; and maintained a minimum high-school grade-point average of 2.5. Preference will be given to students attending a technical school, a vocational program, or agricultural program, or family member of an Elks member in good standing. Print prior to signing, and submit hard copy (or scanned, signed copy) to Mrs. Kristy Jones, CJHS Postsecondary Advisor (krijones@cjr1.org).
Deadline: April 3, 2023