Tia Vassilakos
Secondary Guidance Counselor
517-521-3447
Ext: 310
email: tvassilakos
General Student Information
Take time to review the links below so that you know what is expected of students, what courses are available, and the guidelines for graduation from Webberville High School.
Middle School Class Descriptions
High School Class Descriptions - 2009-2010
High School Class Descriptions - 2010-2011Graduation Requirements
Middle School Schedule of Classes
High School Schedule of Classes
ACT Test Prep Information
Preparing for the ACT? Use these sites as test preparation:
http://www.testprepreview.com/act_practice.htm
This site offers self assessment modules that students can complete. They are all listed at the bottom of the webpage.
http://www.actstudent.org/sampletest/index.html
This is ACT’s official site with practice questions.
http://www.number2.com/
This site offers ACT like questions.
http://www.kaptest.com/College/ACT/Free-Practice-ACT/Free-ACT-Practice/CO_act_practiceACT.html?cid=2129749
This may be the best of the sites.
Gifted and Talented Information
The GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) programs at Michigan State University promote differentiated educational programs for students in grade school, middle school and high school. To find out more information about the GATE programs, visit their website at: www.msu.edu/user/gifted
You can explore a wide range of summer programs at MSU by going to www.spartanyouth.msu.edu This site includes over 100 programs offered on campus for pre-K - 12th grade students.
Military Academies and ROTC Scholarship Programs
Are you interested in a career in the military? You could be eligible for scholarships offered through the military academies and ROTC programs. To find out more about potential opportunities and scholarships visit the military academies/ROTC page.
College Information
Confused about the what, when, why, and how of planning for college? Download an information sheet that will help you plan the steps you need to take to reach your goals. Click Here
Review a contact list for Michigan colleges and universities. Use this list to find out more about the college or university you are interested in attending. Click Here
Are you looking to attend a college outside of Michigan? Are you interested in the opportunity to travel overseas to attend an University? Is it possible to find a college that offers a particular sport? Find the answers to these questions and much more! Click Here
Scholarship Information
Conducting an Internet search is a fast and easy way to look for college scholarship information. The MI-search Program from
the Michigan Department of Treasury is a free information service to guide students through the scholarship financial aid web site. At
www.MI-StudentAid.org you locate specific Michigan scholarships sponsored by various colleges and universities and
national scholarship databases.
www.fastweb.com is an excellent site as well for accessing scholarships. The process is spelled out on the site and will provide scholarships for you that fit your particular needs.
Additional Links
Free Application for Federal Student Aid site - www.fafsa.ed.gov
ACT test information site - www.ACT.org
SAT test information site - www.collegeboard.com
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Scholarship |
Sponsor |
Amount |
Deadline |
Qualifications |
Information Link |
The Dr. James P. LaBerge Athletic Scholarship Award |
The Coca-Cola Corporation |
$250 |
NA |
Male & Female Athlete of the year selected by Athletic Committee |
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Webberville Area Scholarship Foundation |
Variety of sponsors |
$500 |
March 19, 10 |
see application |
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Webberville Fine Arts Scholarship |
The Coca-Cola Corporation |
(2) $250 |
March 19, 10 |
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| Webberville Lions Club Scholarship |
Lions Club |
$500 |
March 19, 10 |
See application |
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Bernard J. Simons Scholarship |
The Simons Family |
$500 |
March 19, 10 |
See application |
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Barb Byrum's Education Scholarship |
State Representative Barb Byrum |
(2) $500 |
March 26, 10 |
Graduating high school senior |
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SSG Gregory William Guy McCoy Memorial Scholarship |
McCoy Family |
$1,500 |
March 19, 10 |
See application |
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Webberville Education Association Scholarship |
WEA |
TBA |
March 19, 10 |
See application |
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Casual Because We Care Scholarship |
WEA |
TBA |
March 19, 10 |
See application |
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NHS American Red Cross Scholarship |
American Red Cross |
$1,000 |
March 18, 10 |
See application |
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Webberville Memorial Day Run Scholarship |
Memorial Day Run Committee |
TBA |
March 19, 10 |
See Application |
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Mason's Scholarship |
Local Mason Lodge |
(2) 500 - 1000 |
Feb 1, 10 |
See Ms. Vassilakos |
See Ms. Vassilakos |
LeRoy Township Scholarship |
LeRoy Township |
$500 |
March 19, 10 |
See Ms. Vassilakos |
Inernet access is available to students in the guidance office for college and/or scholarship searches.
If you have any questions concerning scholarships or college applications, please contact Tia Vassilakos at
(517)521-3447 ext: 310 or tvassilakos@webbervilleschools.org
NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
| Scholarship | Sponsor | Amount |
Deadline |
Qualifications |
Information Link |
Hardship Scholarship |
NA |
$10,000 |
May 29, 10 |
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Nursing Scholarship |
NA |
$1,500 |
May 29, 10 |
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Psychology Scholarship |
NA |
$2,500 |
May 29, 10 |
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Elementary Education Scholarship |
NA |
$2,500 |
May 29, 10 |
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Computer Science Scholarship |
NA |
$1,000 |
May 29, 10 |
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Business Administration Scholarship |
NA |
$2,000 |
May 29, 10 |
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Education Scholarship |
NA |
$1,900 |
May 29, 10 |
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Biology Scholarship |
NA |
$1,500 |
May 29, 10 |
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English Scholarship |
NA |
$2,000 |
May 29, 10 |
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Communications Scholarship |
NA |
$2,000 |
May 29, 10 |
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Political Science Scholarship |
NA |
$2,500 |
May 29, 10 |
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Discover Scholaship |
Discover Card |
Varies |
Jan 31, 10 |
Any current high school junior who:Has at least a 2.75 cumulative grade point average on a 4.0 scale for 9th and 10th grades |
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Horatio Alger Scholarship |
Horation Alger Association of Distinguished Americans |
See information |
NA |
see information link |
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Burger King Scholarship |
Burger King Scholars Program |
$1,000 |
Feb 2, 10 |
See information link |
|
MSU College of Education Alumni Association |
MSU Alumni |
$1,000 |
Feb 5, 10 |
Incoming freshman |
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| Sam Walton Community Scholarship |
Walmart |
8,000 given $1,000 each |
Jan 29, 10 |
See website |
|
| Lansing Community College |
LCC |
varies |
Jan 29. 10 |
See website |
|
| Michigan Education Association Scholarships |
MEA |
varies |
Feb 12, 10 |
Son or daughter of an MEA member; be or will be a graduate of public schools; Will attend a Michigan public community/junior college, four-year degree-granting institution, or vocational training institution that grants a degree, certification or license. |
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Monsanto Agricultural Scholarship |
Monsanto |
100 given $1,500 each |
Feb 15, 10 |
Must be a high school senior from a farm family with above-average academic record, and plan to enroll as a full-time student in an agriculture-related academic major at an accredited school. FFA membership is not required to be eligible for the scholarship program. |
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National Commission for Cooperative Education |
NCCE |
$6,000 |
Feb 15, 10 |
See information link |
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SAMMY 2010 Award |
America 's Milk Processor's and USA Today |
$7,500 25 available |
March 5, 10 |
See information link |
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MSPE Scholarship |
Michigan Society of Professional Engineers |
$3,000 |
Feb 15, 10 |
Pursuing an engineering degree |
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Best Buy Scholarship |
Best Buy |
1000 given $1500 each |
Feb 15, 10 |
See information link |
|
Rosa Parks Scholarship |
Rosa Parks Scholarship Foundation |
$2,000 |
Feb 1, 10 |
See information link |
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Track Athlete Scholarship |
Current Surfaces Inc. |
$1,000 |
April 25, 10 |
3+ years participation in track |
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School Safety Patrol Scholarship |
AAA |
$1,000 |
April 16, 10 |
Community Service and Extracurricular Activities |
or see Ms. Vassilakos |
American Legion Scholarships |
Michigan American Legion |
Up to $18,000 |
Jan 18, 10 |
See information link |
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Michigan Oil & Gas Producers Scholarship |
Michigan Oil & Gas Producers Education Foundation |
$500 scholarships |
April 1, 10 |
Michigan high school senior students accepted for enrollment at a Michigan university or community college; 3.0 GPA minimum; demonstrate financial need; pursuing a degree in an energy related field of study with the ambition of obtaining full-time employment in the oil & gas industry, an energy related industry or allied industry . |
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Michigan Retailers Association Scholarship |
Michigan Retailers Associaiton |
Up to $1000 |
See website |
The student applicant or a parent/guardian must work at a business that is a member of MRA; high school seniors & college freshman, sophomores & juniors many apply |
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Michigan State Troopers Scholarship |
Michigan State Troopers |
$1,000 |
April 1, 10 |
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AXA Achievement Scholarship |
AXA |
$10 - $15K |
Feb 15, 10 |
See Information |
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EMU Alumni Scholarship |
EMU Alumni Association |
$5,000 |
March 5, 10 |
Children or Grandchildren of EMU Alumni |
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RMHC
|
Ronald McDonald House Charities |
$1,000 |
Feb 16, 10 |
See website |
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NALS Scholarship |
National Association of Legal Secretaries |
$1,000 |
Jan 15, 10 |
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Parents with Disabilities Scholarship |
Through the Looking Glass |
(5) $1,000 |
March 5, 10 |
Must have at least one parent with a disabilitiy - see information |
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Dekalb AG Youth Scholarship |
Dekalb Wingwear Apparel Line |
$2500 |
Feb 15, 10 |
Must be a high school senior from a farm family with above-average academic record, and plan to enroll as a full-time student in an agriculture-related academic major at an accredited school. FFA membership is not required to be eligible for the scholarship program. |
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Monsanto Roadrunner Scholarship |
Monsanto Roadrunners |
$1500 |
Feb 15, 10 |
Must be a high school senior from a farm family with above-average academic record, and plan to enroll as a full-time student in an agriculture-related academic major at an accredited school. |
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Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation |
Coca-Cola |
Varies |
See website for details |
High school senior attending a school in the U.S.; planning to pursue a degree at an accredited US postsecondary institution; 3.0 GPA minimum. |
|
Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship |
Comcast Cable |
$1000 |
See website for details |
Student must be a full-time high school senior, demonstrate a strong commitment to community service and display leadership abilities in school activities or through work experience, and have a grade point average of 2.8 or higher. |
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KFC Colonel's Scholars Program |
KFC |
$5000 |
Feb 10, 10 |
Graduating from high school this academic year (between 12/1/09 and 8/31/10), Enrolling in a public (state-funded) college or university within your state of legal residence (start date no later than 9/30/10), Earning a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75, Pursuing a bachelor's degree. Demonstrate financial need |
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National Voice of Foster Parents |
National Foster Parent Association |
Varies |
March 31, 10 |
for foster youth, adopted youth, or biological youth of currently licensed foster parents, who wish to further their education beyond high school, including college or university studies, vocational and job training, and correspondence courses, including the GED. Foster parents must also be members of NFPA. |
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RARE Foundation Writing Scholarship Competition |
RARE Foundation |
$2,500.00 |
See Website |
high school seniors planning to attend a Michigan college, university or post secondary school after graduating. RARE’s purpose is to engage young people in identifying everyday heroes throughout our state and through the process of discovery and writing, to become inspired about life’s possibilities. |
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American Legion Auxiliary National President's Scholarship |
American Legion |
(3) $1,500 - $2,500 |
March 1, 10 |
See Application |
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American Legion Medical Career Scholarship |
American Legion |
$500 |
March 15, 2010 | ||
American Legion Memorial Scholarship |
American Legion |
$500 |
March 15, 10 |
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American Cancer Society Young Survivor Scholarship |
American Cancer Society |
TBA |
April 16, 10 |
See Application |
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Do Something Awards |
DoSomething.org |
$100,000 ($5,000 toward college tuition and the rest donated to cause of winner's choice |
March 1, 10 |
See Information Link |
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Keep the Drive HS Journalism Awards |
Allstate Foundation |
$3,000 |
March 20, 10 |
See Information Link |
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National HS Essay Contest |
American Foreign Service Association |
$2,500 and trip to Washington DC to meet Sec. of State |
April 15, 10 |
See Information Link |
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The Fountainhead Essay Contest |
Ayn Rand Institute |
$10,000 |
April 26, 10 |
See Information Link |
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Clear Choice Art Scholarship |
Krylon |
$1,000 and supplies |
May 31, 10 |
See Information Link |
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Davidson Fellows Scholarship Program |
Davidson Institute |
$50,000 |
March 3, 10 |
See Information Link |