College and Career Center

ACT and SAT Webpages

ACT: www.act.org

SAT: www.collegeboard.org

TSI Study Materials:

ELAR-

(English Language Arts and Reading)

MATH-

(Mathematics)

TSI Pre-Assessment:

https://www.tjc.edu/info/20031/testing_services/116/tsi_assessment/3

The TSI Pre-Assessment is required in order to take the TSI and must be completed before the actual test date. The Pre-Assessment will give you an overview of the actual test. Be sure to PRINT THE COMPLETION CERTIFICATE at the end of the Pre-Assessment Activity. You'll need to turn in the certificate to the testing proctor the morning of the test.

Rusk High School Code (CEEB) 446070

ACT TEST DATES AND REGISTRATION DEADLINES

Registration Deadline: 2/29/2020 Late Registration Deadline: 03/16/2020 Test Day: 4/4/2020

Registration Deadline: 05/08/2020 Late Registration Deadline: 05/25/2020 Test Day: 06/13/2020

Registration Deadline: 06/19/2020 Late Registration Deadline: 06/29/2020 Test Day: 07/18/2020

SAT TEST DATES AND REGISTRATION DEADLINES

Registration Deadline: 02/14/2020 Late Registration Deadline: 03/03/2020 Test Day: 03/14/2020

Registration Deadline: 04/03/2020 Late Registration Deadline: 04/21/2020 Test Day: 05/05/2020

Registration Deadline: 05/08/2020 Late Registration Deadline: 05/27/2020 Test Day: 06/06/2020

TSI Information

The TSI Assessment (TSIA) is part of the Texas Success Initiative program designed to help your college or university determine if you are ready for college-level course work in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. If you are an incoming college student in Texas, you are required to take the TSI Assessment - unless you are already exempt via your ACT or SAT scores - to determine your readiness for college-level work. Based on how you perform, you may either be enrolled in a college-level course and/or be placed in the appropriate developmental course or intervention to improve your skills and prepare you for success in college-level courses.

The TSI will be given at Rusk HS during the school year. Students should see Mr. Reyes for available testing dates.

BE SURE YOU SEND YOUR TEST SCORES (ACT AND/OR SAT) TO THE COLLEGES OF YOUR CHOICE WHEN YOU REGISTER FOR THE TEST.

YOU MAY SEND UP TO 4 FREE OF CHARGE. THE SCORES MUST BE SENT FROM ACT OR SAT- NOT RUSK HIGH SCHOOL.

All Texas public and many private colleges and universities accept the Texas Common Application. Once completed the student can use it to apply to as many schools in Texas to which you wish to apply. It is sent electronically to junior colleges and 4-year colleges and universities. Most 4-year colleges and universities require an application fee in order to process the application. This must also be sent electronically, through the website, using a debit or credit card. Fee waivers are available to those who qualified for free or reduced lunch during the current school year.

Click on www.goapplytexas.org to access the application. You will be asked to create an account and be issued an identification number which you MUST REMEMBER to be able to re-enter and access the application which can be saved and returned to at any time.

Note: You must check the specific college website for directions concerning whether or not that school requires the essay part of the application be completed.

FAFSA - Federal application for Free Student Aid- Federally funded college grant, loan and work-study program for those who qualify based on family's income as filed through the federal tax return to the IRS. RUSK HIGH SCHOOL/TYLER JUNIOR COLLEGE OFFER FREE HELP EACH YEAR TO SENIOR STUDENT/PARENTS TO COMPLETE THIS FREE APPLICATION. PARENTS' PRIOR (2)YEAR INCOME TAX RETURN IS NECESSARY TO COMPLETE form. www.fafsa.gov.

https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/underst...

EACH STUDENT SENDS THE FAFSA FORM TO the colleges TO WHICH HE OR SHE IS INTERESTED IN ATTENDING. The college will inform the student if they qualify for federal financial aid by letter or email.

TASFA (Texas Application for State Financial Aid)- This page is for non-citizens who are classified as Texas residents. If you are a foreign student or non-citizen, you may be eligible to be classified as a Texas resident for tuition purposes. If so, you may also be eligible to receive state financial aid.

http://www.collegeforalltexans.com/index.cfm?objec...

JOBS/WORK-STUDY: Employment on or off campus. Wages paid directly to student or credited to his/her account at the college.
AWARDS/GRANTS: These are awarded for specific reasons (examples: minority student, winning a photography contest, speech contest, etc.) These do not have to be repaid.

EDUCATIONAL LOANS: Educational loans are from various state or federal sources. Banks, foundations, unions, etc also have loan programs. These loans usually have a lower interest rate. and MUST BE REPAID. Some loans will not require repayment begin until after you have completed your education. Most federal loans do not required repayment to begin until 6 months after education is completed in order for a job to be obtained.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES are available to students through the internet, through mailings sent to Rusk High School from colleges the student is interested in attending, and from local organizations. When you begin applying to colleges and universities it is your responsibility to seek out information concerning those scholarships available.

Local scholarship applications will not be completed until early spring.. As they come available, scholarship opportunities will be posted on this site. Students are welcome to come to the counseling center at any time to work on scholarship searches and to complete applications.

Listed below are great websites for financial assistance in all forms. Most of these require that you create an account that includes your email address as that is how they correspond with you.

www.finaid.org

www.fastweb.monster.com

www.gocollege.com

www.studentaid.ed.gov

https://www.scholarships.com/

www.gibill.va.gov

www.goingmerry.com

https://myscholly.com/

http://www.free-4u.com/

http://etcf.org/scholarships/available-scholarship... (East Texas Scholarship Database)

https://studentscholarships.org/

https://www.rhsaa.com/

For assistance with scholarships contact Crawford Reyes, Rusk High School, 495 Eagle Drive, Rusk, TX 903-683-5401.

Para asistencia con becas contacte a Crawford Reyes, al 903-683-5592 en Rusk High School, 495 Eagle Drive, Rusk, TX.

Para asistencia con Traducción en Español contacte a Anna Torres en Rusk High School, 495 Eagle Drive, Rusk, TX (903) 683-5592

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Local Scholarships

Local scholarship applications will not be completed until early spring of 2021. As they come available, scholarship opportunities will be posted on this site. Students are welcome to come by Mr. Reyes office at any time to work on scholarship searches and to complete applications.

Austin Bank

Deadline: February 26^th

Requirements: 2.5 GPA or Higher, three reference letters (1 from current or past teacher, and 2 from community members), Essay- no more than two typed pages discussing educational plans and why you feel you should be awarded.

East Texas Communities Foundation

Deadline: Most due February 3^rd/Some due March 1^st

Available through:

https://etcf.org/scholarships/

Various East Texas area scholarships

Cherokee County Electric Co-op

Deadline: February 26, 2021

Requirements: Parents must be members of the co-op, handwritten essay, two letter of recommendations (one school official, one community member).

Eastex Telephone Cooperative, Inc. Education Scholarship

Deadline: March 1^st, 2021

Requirements: Students must live with immediate family who has local service/dial tone from Eastex Telephone in Eastex Telephone’s service area.

Texas Farm Bureau

Deadline: March 5th, 2021

Available through: https://texasfarmbureau.org/youth/youth-opportunities/

Various different scholarship opportunities

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Deadline: April 1st, 2021

Available through: https://rmhcntx.org/scholarships/

Carlene Clayton Memorial:

1-$1,000

Open to all seniors. 1 ltr of recommendation, non-family.

RHS Scholarship Application

Cherokee County Federal Credit Union:

$1,000

Open to all seniors

Application located in Mr. Reyes’ Office

Due: March 31^st (regardless of postmark)

Clifford Harris Memorial:

1- $1,000

Open to all seniors. Must request a letter of recommendation from a teacher. The teacher must give the SEALED letter to Mr. Reyes to attach to your RHS application.

RHS Scholarship Application

Collin Carroll Memorial:

1- $1,000

Letter of recommendation from your pastor.

RHS Scholarship Application

Doug/Sally Jordan Memorial:

1- $1,000

Must be nominated by RHS teachers.

RHS Scholarship Application

Euclid Masonic Lodge #45

2- $500

Open to all seniors.

RHS Scholarship Application

First United Methodist Church:

$500.00 each

Must be a member of Rusk UMC

RHS Scholarship Application

Glendale “Nurse Pate” Memorial:

2-$1,000

Must plan on being a nursing major, attach an essay with your personal goals, 2 letters of recommendation (1 community, 1 school), and your picture.

Lauretta Colston-Stewart Memorial:

1-$1,000

Open to all seniors.

RHS Scholarship Application

Mack Philbrick Memorial:

1-$1,000

Must be nominated by RHS teachers

RHS Scholarship Application

Porter Family Scholarship

Amount- TBD

Letter of recommendation from a teacher (1) Letter of recommendation from a community member

Essay: What are your plans after high school? How will this scholarship help you achieve those plans? (1 page)

Ideal Candidates: Motivated, Christian, Leader, who wishes to further their education.

RHS Scholarship Application

Rusk Athletic Booster Club:

Amount TBD

Must have been a varsity athlete

RHS Scholarship Application

Rusk Band Boosters Club:

Amount TBD

Must have been a four year Eagle band member

RHS Scholarship Application

Rusk Youth Sports Association- Baseball

(2) $500.00 each

RHS Scholarship Application

Rusk High School Alumni Association:

Numerous- $1,000

Must have FAFSA EFC number and have taken the ACT or SAT test. Two letters of recommendation: ( 1 teacher and 1 community member)

RHS Scholarship Application

Rusk Lions Club:

3- $750.00 each

Open to all seniors

RHS Scholarship Application

Rusk Rotary Club:

(5) $1,000

Open to all seniors

RHS Scholarship Application

Rusk Ministerial Alliance:

Amount TBD

Must be a member of a church active in RMA and must have the RMA pastor verification form (located online and in Mr. Reyes office) completed and attached to RHS scholarship application. Applicants must have a letter of recommendation from their pastor.

Deadline: March 1^st, 2021

Sunshine Scholarship

1-$1,000

The recipient of the scholarship is not selected based on academic achievements or athletic capability. The recipient of this scholarship will be picked on the kindness, good character, and positivity they show others. The recipient will be nominated by RHS faculty and staff, peers, and community members.

Keith Radcliff Scholarship

(5) $1,000

Open to Cherokee County seniors.

Essay required (What does Public Service mean to you?)

See Mr. Reyes scholarship folder for additional requirements

RHS Scholarship Application

Due by: March 1st, 2021

Cherokee County Farm Bureau

Must be a member of Cherokee County Farm Bureau family. Membership must be obtained by December 31, 2020.

Strong consideration given to those pursing a major in Agriculture and related field

Due by: March 31, 2021

Dr. Wesley Foreman Scholarship

1-$

The recipient of the scholarship must attach an essay explaining why they want to pursue a career in the medical field.

RHS Scholarship Application

Tree of Promise & Rusk Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association- In Memorial of Kim Beathard

Amount: TBD

Requirements: Must be pursuing a law-enforcement career OR have completed 50 hours of community service. (1) Page essay about why you want to pursue a career/education in Criminal Justice OR (1) page essay about the benefits of community service.

RHS Scholarship Application

Texas Women in Public Finance

Deadline: April 17th, 2021

Requirements: Woman pursuing undergraduate degree. Minimum GPA 3.0

Available through: https://www.txwpf.org/scholarship-application/

Rusk Youth Sports Association- Football Scholarship

Deadline: April 15th

Requirements: RYSA Application (link below)

Essay: 1 page paper on your favorite coach/educator and how they helped shape you into the person you are today.

Four applicants will be chosen, two (2) boys and two (2) girls. Persons that are involved in Rusk ISD sports, band, or volunteer areas are highly encouraged to apply.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iGBZR-2VsAwGzWUcDN1avN3JTIPLrTNcZ9-1xWeu-gw/edit?usp=sharing

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Area Go Texan Scholarship –

Deadline is February 22, 2021. Visit www.rodeohouston.com

https://www.rodeohouston.com/Portals/0/Content/EducationalSupport/Scholars/Guidelines/Area-Go-Texan-Guidelines.pdf

https://www.rodeohouston.com/Educational-Support/Scholarships/Apply

Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen and Texas Resident, Graduating high school senior from eligible school, Completion of the FAFSA, plan to attend an accredited, not-for-profit university in the state of Texas.

2021 Cherokee County Coverall Classic Scholarship

Deadline: March 1^st, 2021

Requirement: Must be a 4-H Member

Application is located in Mr. Reyes’ office

Cherokee County Hay Show Scholarship

Deadline: March 1^st, 2021

Requirement: Must be a 4-H Member

Application is located in Mr. Reyes’ office

Cherokee County Go Texan Scholarship

Deadline: April 16^th, 2021

Essay Requirement

Application is located in Mr. Reyes’ office

Ramos Law Group

Deadline: June 30^th, 2021

Requirements: 30 to 60 second video on the topic: 5 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Divorce

Application Link: https://www.ramosfamilylaw.com/ramos-law-group-family-law-scholarship-application/

Jacksonville Riders Club

Deadline: April 9^th, 2021

Requirement: Applicants must attend a two (2) year community college or four (4) year college or university. Recipient must attend one night of the Tops of Texas Rodeo for scholarship presentation.

Application is located in Mr. Reyes’ office

Students are urged to meet with a financial aid/scholarship officer at the college or university in which he or she is interested. This person can be of great assistance in informing you of that particular college's scholarship opportunities.

Students should always visit the financial aid/scholarship section of the college's website for information, too.

Keep in mind that some colleges place you in consideration for scholarships when your application is accepted for admission while others may require a separate scholarship application to be considered for their scholarship opportunities. ASK QUESTIONS WHEN YOU VISIT!!!!!

Midland College Slough Scholarship Foundation was founded on the principal of assisting Texas students to achieving their educational goals. If you believe college is financially out of reach, visit www.midland.edu/slough for further information pertaining to this scholarship and it application process. You may also email gmolina@midland.edu with questions.

Baylor University annually awards scholarships through the Carr P.Collins Scholars Program to students who have demonstrated leadership through service. Collins Scholars are awarded a minimum of $5,350 their first year, renewable for three additional years. For consideration, applicants must:

• have a minimum combined math and evidence-based reading and writing score of 1310 on the SAT or a minimum composite score of 28 on the ACT
• complete a balanced college preparatory program including history, science, and a foreign language
• rank in the top quarter of their graduating class
• be a bona fide resident of the state of Texas
• For application go to .https://www.baylor.edu/admissions

Baylor also offers other academic scholarship through their President's Gold, Provost Gold, Dean's Gold, and Founder's Gold Scholarship programs. These scholarships range in value from $32,000.00 to $88,000.00 divided evenly over four years of undergraduate study. Baylor considers students for these awards by virtue of their application for admission to the university. Applicants are strongly encouraged to utilize Baylor's online Scholarship calculator (https://www.baylor.edu/estimator

Stephen F. Austin State University offers the Cecil Richey, Jr. Scholarship opportunity to Rusk High School Seniors who graduate in the Top Ten Percent of their class. This scholarship amount varies each year, but is a wonderful financial opportunity for this group of academically successful students. SFA representatives share the specific each November with those students interested.

Stephen F. Austin State University is also designated as a Smith-Hutson Scholarship provider. This amazing scholarship which can provide up to $17,500 per year is offered to incoming freshmen students who are interested in pursuing a degree at SFASU and demonstrate financial need and academic potential. Submission of application for this is due February 28, 2018. All applications will be reviewed and approximately 50 students will be chosen to interview in May 2018 with approximately 20 chosen for the award.

Sam Houston State University is also designated as a Smith-Hutson Scholarship Provider. Contact the Scholarship Office at SHSU for application information including deadline for submission.

The University of Dallas is still accepting applications for the Eugene McDermott Scholars Program. This award supplies a virtually debt-free college education at UT Dallas. The application can be found at the university's website. The deadline is December 7, 2018.

Any 10th or 11th graders interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT need to sign up in the counselor's office or the College and Career Center by Wednesday, September 30th. The test is scheduled for October 14th. The cost is $17 and needs to be paid before testing. To sign up online, click the link below:

Click HERE to sign up for the PSAT/NMSQT

Each school year Junior and Senior students are allowed up to two (2) college visits. Students will have to fill out and complete the Rusk High School College Visit Request Form. The form requires signatures from the student, parent, Mrs. Gates OR Mr. Reyes, and Assistant Principal Karli Sitton. Teachers must also fill out the form and state whether or not the student is passing or failing their class. The college/university will also provided their signature and note on their official letterheads. Students will bring both forms to Mrs. Ford in the counselors office once they return to campus.

Click here for the College Visit Request Form or visit the College and Career Center for the form.