05/03/2021
Central Juniors,
This is the final week to participate in the Text4College project before the survey closes on May 9! Did you know that it only takes 10 minutes for students to take the survey? This survey helps Text4College identify students who are eligible to receive free text messages during summer months containing information and reminders from partner colleges about key steps in college enrollment. Take the survey at the below link:
https://form.jotform.com/airformportal/Text4College.
Text4College Recruitment
Please click the link to complete this form.
04/23/2021
Seniors if you are interested invested in STEM majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), know that Gateway Community College is offering a scholarship in the Gateway Stem Program. Up to $7000 a year can be provided. Must show financial need as per the FAFSA. Visit website for more details. DEADLINE TUESDAY MAY 25, 2021.
https://www.gatewaycc.edu/nsf-stem
STEM | GateWay Community College
Access to Maricopa Community Colleges critical operating systems has been restored. System updates for the college online chat function and voice mail system are currently in process.
04/14/2021
Door of Opportunity Scholarship now available. This scholarship is worth $12,500 over four years. Please see the below flyer or visit the website to gather more information. No GPA requirement, this is a scholarship looking for students with financial need. Deadline is June 1st at 5PM Eastern (2pm AZ time.
There will be a ZOOM meeting on April 29th at 1PM to discuss the scholarship further with the scholarship agency.
Scholarship.org/doo/
04/01/2021
SENIORS! CAP AND GOWN UPDATE!
Jostens will be on site next week to distribute caps and gowns.
Thursday, April 8th - In the Auditorium Lobby During Lunches from 10:25am – 12:45pm & after school from 2:30pm-4:00pm. They will bring extra caps and gowns for those students that have not purchased. Cost- $50.00- cash, cashiers check, all major credit cards.
04/01/2021
Scholarship RE-POST,
Seniors, If you've received assistance from the Suns Central Tutoring program while you've attended Central High School, know that the 2021 Suns Central Scholarship Application is available to CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY! This scholarship is for those students who have received tutoring services and are pursuing post-secondary education. There will be 2 awards given out, a $1,500 scholarship and a $1,000 scholarship. DEADLINE IS APRIL 23, 2021. Visit Central Counseling's Scholarship Wall to download the application. https://www.pxu.org/Page/12359
Counseling Department / Scholarships
03/17/2021
Seniors, If you plan on attending Phoenix College after High School, please attend the Summer Bridge workshop being held on ZOOM on 3/25/2021 @2:30 PM. Know that their is an opportunity to win a Chromebook and Receive a Stipend.
Message Mr. Marceles in Counseling via TEAMS for Zoom link and password.
03/16/2021
Bobcats grades 9-12 Tri-University is next week. If you plan on attending U of A, NAU or U of A, please attend the workshops held between March 21 - April 3rd. See flyer for link.
03/15/2021
Seniors, the Districtwide Scholarship is now open! The Deadline is April 15th and this is only open to PXU students. Visit the below website and click on the April 15th deadline date to begin filling out the scholarship application that's posted on the virtual scholarship wall. https://www.pxu.org/Page/12359
Counseling Department / Scholarships
03/03/2021
Tri-University Week
March 22—March 27
March 29—April 3
Seniors: Choose from the sessions below to learn more about admission, financial aid and the student experience at Arizona’s public universities. Most sessions are offered more than once over a two week period. You only need to attend a session once.
https://visit.asu.edu/tri-university/high-school
High School Student Programming | Visit ASU
Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona are committed to making a college education accessible to our in-state population. Apply to college, file a FAFSA, and enroll at an in-state university.
03/02/2021
A message from Central High School Administration.
Hello Bobcat students and families! Please complete the school registration and select either online learning or in-person learning by this Friday, March 5th. If you do not complete the process, your student will be automatically placed in online learning for 4th quarter.
Video:
https://trst.in/pUVgEO
To make a selection, students/parents should go to:
https://www.pxu.org/ReturnToSchool
I appreciate the support in ensuring all students make a selection by March 5th.
Respectfully,
Ms. Avalos
Return to School / PXU Return To School
Fourth Quarter begins March 15, 2021! We remain hopeful to return to in-person learning with a target return for students the week of March 30, 2021. Parents may choose to either have their students continue in Virtual Classes for the remainder of the school year or transition to In-Person On-Ca...
03/01/2021
Seniors, If you've received assistance from the Suns Central Tutoring program while you've attended Central High School, know that the 2021 Suns Central Scholarship Application is available to CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY! This scholarship is for those students who have received tutoring services and are pursuing post-secondary education. There will be 2 awards given out, a $1,500 scholarship and a $1,000 scholarship. DEADLINE IS APRIL 23, 2021. Visit Central Counseling's Scholarship Wall to download the application. https://www.pxu.org/Page/12359
Counseling Department / Scholarships
02/19/2021
Seniors! Time to get into gear. There are events happening and they are only available for a limited time. Get help with FAFSA, check in with Colleges (Next week is the last week for college info sessions) and don't forget about Maricopa Community College's Virtual Enrollment Day(s). Get registered for Community College and be set to go for Fall 2021! See below for details.
Maricopa Community Colleges Express Enrollment Days are next month! This is an opportunity to meet with a college advisor, discuss career options and pick out your college classes for next year. The link to sign up is in the Class of 2021 tile in Teams. Contact your counselor for more details! Time is running out…..don’t miss it!
Click here to find these links to college reps: https://www.pxu.org/Page/27574
***There are steps that must be completed before you go to the Express Enrollment days for Maricopa Community Colleges. Attend the Zoom meeting on Monday to start your application or to make sure everything is all set to go!
Click here to access this: https://www.pxu.org/Page/23108
FAFSA Assistance – only 2 more events left! Click on this link for more info: https://www.pxu.org/Page/27084
02/12/2021
Seniors, The UMPS CARE Charities is offering a $10,000 renewable scholarship award good anywhere to students adopted at age 13 or older. The Scholarship deadline is Friday May 14, 2021. See below link for qualifications and application.
ALL-STAR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP
https://www.umpscare.com/
Umpires Care | Umpires Enriching the Lives of At-Risk Youth
Through our youth-based programs, professional umpires enrich the lives of at-risk youth by providing baseball experiences.
02/11/2021
Scholarship Alert! DACA and recent DACA applicants interested in attending GCU, see the below opportunity.
GCU Parson’s Dreamers Scholarship
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGvEruUokk14JAsLgQCZh55YlJp1ZVxNSdI1UmIkKhtFGC3w/viewform
The Parson’s Dreamers Scholarship covers full tuition for 8 semesters. Renewable yearly to those students who remain in good academic standing. This covers tuition and book fees. It does not cover room and board.
1. In-State and Out of State students qualify
2. Freshman and transfer students are eligible
3. This is only for the Fall 2021 enrollment period
4. GCU applications must be completed
5. 3.5 weighted GPA required
6. DACA students and those in process of applying for DACA are eligible
DEADLINE FOR THE PARSON’S DREAMERS SCHOLARSHIP IS MAY 1, 2021
Parsons' Dreamers Scholarship Application
Please note, this scholarship application requires a GCU Admission Application and academic transcripts. Both forms must be submitted and accepted by the 5/1/21 deadline. Early applications are encouraged. A DACA ID Card number or email confirmation from the Office of Homeland Security confirming th...
02/11/2021
Seniors,
If you are interested in attending community college, there are some excellent opportunities to get you transitioned. Know that all February long, Maricopa Community College has sessions on Mondays from 3pm – 4pm to work with you on this process. Sign up using the following link: www.Tinyurl.com/yyco76tl at the time of the event.
Also know that on Monday March 29th, 2021 and Tuesday April 6th, 2021 will be Maricopa Virtual Enrollment Days. The following colleges are participating. Phoenix College, Glendale Community College, South Mountain Community College and Gateway Community College. Times will be 9am-12pm or 2pm – 5pm either day. Know that Monday March 29th is a day off from the district so no brown slips needed for attendance that day. Tuesday April 6th will require a Brown slip. Sign up using this link: www.bit.ly/35PX6XW
02/09/2021
*************SCHOLARSHIP ALERT***********
Class of 2021, did you know that Phoenix Union Foundation provides scholarships to students and only for students in the Phoenix Union High School District! Your odds are higher with less competition. Find out how you can apply. Workshops are available to help you apply. SEE BELOW FOR WEBSITE AND DEADLINE INFO!
AZ Community Foundation Scholarship Workshop
AZ Community Foundation is hosting application workshops if students need help OR students can request a one on one appointment with College Depot by calling 602-261-8847 or completing the online form.
Phoenix Union Foundation Scholarship which is now included within the AZ Community Foundation Scholarship application is now OPEN!: The Arizona Community Foundation allows high school seniors and current college students throughout Arizona to apply for more than 100 scholarship awards online with one general application.
APPLICATION: https://azfoundation.academicworks.com/
REGISTRATION: https://www.azfoundation.org/About/News-Events/Events
February 10, 2021 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
February 25, 2021 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
March 10, 2021 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
March 25, 2021 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
April 7, 2020 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
April 22, 2020 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
The Phoenix Union Foundation Scholarship, which is found within the AZ Community Foundation Scholarship application has a DEADLINE date of March 15, 2021. APPLY NOW!
Events - News & Events - About - Arizona Community Foundation
Events
02/09/2021
Class of 2022, Questbridge's College Prep Scholars Program is looking for top juniors with high economic need to get you to top universities. Find out if you qualify. See information below. Visit www.questbridge.org for more information. DEADLINE MARCH 24, 2021
02/09/2021
Class of 2022, get ready for your senior year. College workshops are happening now. Sign up! More information can be found at https://www.pxu.org/Page/25414.
*Priority should be given to Class of 2022 however Class of 2023 is welcome to attend all Spring workshops and Summer ACT.
Registration:
Use this QR code
Use the link: http://bit.ly/38tnmsi
02/02/2021
Seniors: Scholarship opportunity. The GFWC- Desert Jade Woman's Club is awarding scholarships valuing $650 each to high school seniors of Chinese descent. Find the scholarship information on Central's Scholarship wall. DEADLINE MARCH 13, 2021
https://www.pxu.org/Page/12359
Counseling Department / Scholarships
01/27/2021
Seniors,
All February long, college representatives from Maricopa Community Colleges, ASU, U of A, NAU and GCU will be helping seniors transition from high school to college. If you need support on the process, see the below schedule and check-in!
01/27/2021
Central Seniors.
Important message for those of you who have not completed your FAFSA, that's your Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Central High School is hosting a FAFSA Drive in on February 3rd from 3pm - 6pm. Don't forget to make an appointment ahead of time. Find link to register in flyer below.
01/26/2021
Seniors,
If you are interested in Ottawa University, know that they are having a Scholarship Activity Fair and virtual tour on March 11, 2021. Find out more at the link below.
https://www.ottawa.edu/ouaz/admissions/scholarship-night
Virtual Visit Day | OUAZ Admissions | Ottawa University
Join OUAZ for a virtual campus tour! Don't forget to follow our page and check back regularly for the next virtual tour and get all the latest campus news and updates.
01/20/2021
Seniors,
Scholarship Opportunity. The Hispanic Scholarship Fund application opened on January 1st. The Deadline is February 15th, 2021. Please review application requirements and apply if you are eligible! https://www.hsf.net/scholarship
HSF: Home
01/15/2021
Seniors,
The Knoll Diversity Advancement Design Scholarship for Black Students deadline has been extended to January 29, 2021 3:00pm. See below link for more information and apply!
https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/knolldiversity/
Knoll Diversity Advancement Design Scholarships for Black Students
This program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarship, tuition assistance and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Awards are granted without regard to religion, sexual orientation, ...
01/06/2021
Welcome back from break Bobcats! Remember all you seniors out there to review our virtual scholarship wall found at the below link. Get your Scholarship on! Happy New Year!
https://www.pxu.org/Page/12359
Counseling Department / Scholarships
07/28/2020
Central students, be ready for the start of school Monday August 3rd! We will be starting virtually. Schedules will be available in StudentVue by end of week. More information to be distributed later. Below is the virtual schedule.
04/30/2020
Seniors,
If you are interested in learning the trade of HVAC (Heat, ventilation, Air Conditioning) or Welding, RSI is offering the first annual Dr. Jeffery Williams Scholarship, that will pay for full tuition to complete the program. Please take advantage of this opportunity. Please reach out to your counselor for an application if interested. All applications to be submitted via email to [email protected]
04/30/2020
Seniors,
Time is running out for the NCWL (North Central Women's League) Scholarship. This is open to males or females. 2 scholarships worth $1500 each will be awarded. Check your Class of 2020 TEAMS Scholarship Channel for application or email your counselor. DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MAY 15, 2020! Apply now!
04/29/2020
Seniors,
Cap and Gown distribution will take place on May 7th, from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm in the North lot. Ceremony information is still TBA.
We will encourage all seniors to return any books, uniforms or school property if it is no longer needed. Students can extend their use of the laptop they borrowed if they want some extra time to improve their third quarter grades
04/08/2020
Stay safe Central community!