The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors who have been or will be admitted to an institution of higher education and have demonstrated outstanding academic excellence and show a promise of continued academic achievement. Students must have a GPA average of 3.75, submit two letters of recommendation, have a composite score of 31 or higher on the ACT, and submit a 300-500 word essay. The deadline for application is January 31, 2001. USA Group has announced a scholarship program for students with physical disabilities or for students who are ethnic minorities . The deadline for application is May 1, 2001.
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Students interested in Careers in Construction should see Ms. Rittenhouse for more information. The Kansas Contractors Association and the Associated General Contractors of Kansas has published a handbook for those interested in a Construction Career. Hutchinson Community College now has courses available over the Internet. More info. is available.