Elks MVS Scholarship

Category: Scholarships Scholarships

2025 Elks Most Valuable Student (MVS) Scholarship

Since 1931, the Elks National Foundation (ENF) has helped thousands of students who need financial assistance fulfill their dreams of attending college. Most Valuable Student (MVS) scholars are outstanding students who are at or near the top of their classes, active in their schools and communities, and recognized as leaders by their peers.

The ENF awards 2.52 million annually in MVS scholarships to 500 high school seniors nationwide. The first- and second-place awards are among the largest scholarships provided by any major fraternal or service organization.

Eligibility:  Any high school senior who is a U.S. citizen may apply for an MVS scholarship.

Applications will be judged on: *Scholarship, *Leadership and *Financial Need

Selection:  The selection of winners begins at the local Lodge level (Jackson #466) and continues through District, State and National judging.

For information and to apply, please visit: enf.elks.org/MVS

How to Apply: Apply online

Please note:  Indicate Jackson Lodge #466 when asked on the application.

Deadline: Applications must be submitted online on or before November 12, 2024.

FAFSA Night Highlights

Category: Guidance Department Guidance Department

To view the Financial Aid Night PowerPoint, please click here. 

To view the Financial Aid Night Handouts, please click here. 

If you have any financial aid questions, please contact Leanne LeMaster-Sams, Ohio University Senior Assistant Director of Outreach, Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. She is willing to help OHHS students and parents with FAFSA questions. 

Remember the FAFSA window will open December 1st! You must complete the FAFSA to be eligible for grants and scholarships for the college/university/technical school you plan to attend.

ProgressBook ParentAccess

Category: General Info General Info

Parents -- would you like to check your child’s grades from home or work?  You may request your Parent Registration Key by emailing us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or contact the website manager.  A Parent Registration Key is only for creating a parent account, and a Student Registration Key is only for creating a student account.  Key is no longer valid after the account is created.

Please provide the following information:

1) Your name 

2) Your child's complete name as shown on school records

3) Your child's current grade level 

4) Your child's student ID number (if known)

5) Your phone number (and the best time for us to call in case we need to speak with you)

Your Parent Registration Key will be emailed to you. 

Accounts are available only for students in grades 2 through 12. 

Parents need only one account to access all of their children's grades.  Email us for the registration key to add a child to an existing parent account.

Note -- this service is restricted to parents or legal guardians.

Rio Dist. Counselors' Scholarship

Category: Scholarships Scholarships

Rio District Counselors' Scholarship

Four-Year Full Tuition Scholarship

To be eligible for this 4-year, FULL tuition scholarship, the applicant must:

• Be ACCEPTED to the University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College for the 2025-2026 academic year. 
• Attend a high school in the four county service district of Gallia, Jackson, Meigs or Vinton  (including Buckeye Hills Career Center)
• Reside in the four county service district of Gallia, Jackson, Meigs, or Vinton
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.2 and a minimum ACT score of 21 (ACT must be taken prior to application deadline)
• Submit a resume, in correct resume format, listing scholastic achievements, school and community involvement, and/or employment history
• Submit two (2) letters of recommendation (do not include guidance counselors)
• Submit essay requirement (see details for essay requirements at bottom of the application)

To download the application, please click here. 

Please mail the scholarship requirements to: University of Rio Grande & Rio Grande Community College, ATTN: Jessica Deweese, P.O. Box 500, Rio Grande, OH 45674

Application deadline: November 20, 2024