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Jefferson State Community College is pleased to continue the tradition of providing scholarship opportunities to outstanding area high school students.
JSCC has a new Scholarship Portal for 2026-2027!
The JSCC Scholarship Portal provides students with a convenient and efficient way to apply for institutional scholarships at Jefferson State Community College. With just one application, you will be automatically matched with all currently open institutional scholarships for which you qualify—saving time and simplifying the process. Students must complete a free Admissions application and obtain their myJSCC login credentials to access the application and apply. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2026.
In addition to the Counselor's Scholarship, Jefferson State is pleased to offer the following scholarship opportunities to graduating seniors.
Presidential Honors Scholarship
Scholarship will cover in-state tuition and fees for up to 15 credit hours per semester. The scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters. The scholarship does not cover books or the Pioneer Pack book fee.
Academic Excellence Scholarship Tier 1
Scholarship will cover in-state tuition and fees for 9 credit hours per semester. The scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters. The scholarship does not cover books or the Pioneer Pack book fee.
Academic Excellence Scholarship Tier 2
Scholarship will cover in-state tuition and fees for 6 credit hours per semester. The scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters. The scholarship does not cover books or the Pioneer Pack book fee.
Dual Enrollment Achievement Scholarship for Graduating Seniors
Scholarship will cover in-state tuition and fees for 6 credit hours per semester. The scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters. The scholarship does not cover books or the Pioneer Pack book fee.
Please pass this information along to your students. More information, criteria, and the application can be found here.
We don't want students to miss out on these tremendous opportunities, we are looking forward to hearing from you soon!
Best Regards,
The Office of Financial Aid- Scholarships
scholarship@jeffersonstate.edu
JSCC has a new Scholarship Portal for 2026-2027!
The JSCC Scholarship Portal provides students with a convenient and efficient way to apply for institutional scholarships at Jefferson State Community College. With just one application, you will be automatically matched with all currently open institutional scholarships for which you qualify—saving time and simplifying the process. Students must complete a free Admissions application and obtain their myJSCC login credentials to access the application and apply. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2026.
In addition to the Counselor's Scholarship, Jefferson State is pleased to offer the following scholarship opportunities to graduating seniors.
Presidential Honors Scholarship
Scholarship will cover in-state tuition and fees for up to 15 credit hours per semester. The scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters. The scholarship does not cover books or the Pioneer Pack book fee.
Academic Excellence Scholarship Tier 1
Scholarship will cover in-state tuition and fees for 9 credit hours per semester. The scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters. The scholarship does not cover books or the Pioneer Pack book fee.
Academic Excellence Scholarship Tier 2
Scholarship will cover in-state tuition and fees for 6 credit hours per semester. The scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters. The scholarship does not cover books or the Pioneer Pack book fee.
Dual Enrollment Achievement Scholarship for Graduating Seniors
Scholarship will cover in-state tuition and fees for 6 credit hours per semester. The scholarship is renewable for up to 6 semesters. The scholarship does not cover books or the Pioneer Pack book fee.
Please pass this information along to your students. More information, criteria, and the application can be found here.
We don't want students to miss out on these tremendous opportunities, we are looking forward to hearing from you soon!
Best Regards,
The Office of Financial Aid- Scholarships
scholarship@jeffersonstate.edu
Got talent? The 2026 Calera High School Talent Show will take place on Friday, February 13 at 6:00pm. 1st, 2nd, 3rd place will be awarded to the top 3 acts. You can perform solo, duet, or as a group! Whether your talent is singing, dancing, acting, juggling, or any other skill, we would love to have you. Check your email for the link to sign up! Tickets to watch will be $5 for students.
Parents: Please make sure your student is on time tomorrow and that he or she comes prepared to take their 2nd ACT Diagnostic test. They will need a pencil and a calculator.
Students are NOT allowed to drive to school without a parking pass. In order to get a pass, the following must be completed:
1. Student must have the attached Student Parking 2025-2026 Form filled out and ready to upload.
2. Student must have digital copy of proof of insurance ready to upload
3. Student must have a digital copy of their Driver's License.
4. Students must complete the Google Form using the above items: https://forms.gle/hxtfrw4RRfvZnZjo9
5. Students must pay for the parking pass ($50) -Payments can be made at the front office or online via MySchoolBucks (bit.ly/cahsregistration)
1. Student must have the attached Student Parking 2025-2026 Form filled out and ready to upload.
2. Student must have digital copy of proof of insurance ready to upload
3. Student must have a digital copy of their Driver's License.
4. Students must complete the Google Form using the above items: https://forms.gle/hxtfrw4RRfvZnZjo9
5. Students must pay for the parking pass ($50) -Payments can be made at the front office or online via MySchoolBucks (bit.ly/cahsregistration)
SAVE THE DATE!
Parents,
We are excited to share that Dale Alexander will be visiting our school on Friday, January 9 @ 12:30 PM, to speak with seniors about the importance of financial literacy and real-world money management skills after high school.
Mr. Alexander is the author of "The Talk", a practical and engaging resource that helps students understand budgeting, saving, credit, and responsible financial decision-making as they prepare for life beyond high school.
🎁 Every student will receive a FREE copy of "The Talk" to keep .
We are grateful for this opportunity to provide students with valuable knowledge that supports long-term success and responsible independence. We encourage you to ask your student about the presentation and review the book together.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting student growth, academically and beyond the classroom.
We are excited to share that Dale Alexander will be visiting our school on Friday, January 9 @ 12:30 PM, to speak with seniors about the importance of financial literacy and real-world money management skills after high school.
Mr. Alexander is the author of "The Talk", a practical and engaging resource that helps students understand budgeting, saving, credit, and responsible financial decision-making as they prepare for life beyond high school.
🎁 Every student will receive a FREE copy of "The Talk" to keep .
We are grateful for this opportunity to provide students with valuable knowledge that supports long-term success and responsible independence. We encourage you to ask your student about the presentation and review the book together.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting student growth, academically and beyond the classroom.
Dear Families,
I’m excited to share an amazing opportunity for our students—we’re heading to England in Summer 2027!
This trip will give students the chance to explore historic cities, experience new cultures, and build confidence and independence along the way. I’ll be hosting a brief informational meeting to share trip details, costs, activities, and enrollment information.
📅 Thursday, January 15
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 L102 – Mrs. Fitzgerald’s Room
To sign up or learn more ahead of time, please visit:
https://bit.ly/3LgJlJk
Trip Number: 2933898XP
Enrollment will open during the meeting, and spots are limited. This is your chance to save $200 on your trip — for a limited time! I would love to see you there and help your family decide if this experience is right for your student!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me at sfitzgerald@shelbyed.org.
Warmly,
Mrs. Fitzgerald
I’m excited to share an amazing opportunity for our students—we’re heading to England in Summer 2027!
This trip will give students the chance to explore historic cities, experience new cultures, and build confidence and independence along the way. I’ll be hosting a brief informational meeting to share trip details, costs, activities, and enrollment information.
📅 Thursday, January 15
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 L102 – Mrs. Fitzgerald’s Room
To sign up or learn more ahead of time, please visit:
https://bit.ly/3LgJlJk
Trip Number: 2933898XP
Enrollment will open during the meeting, and spots are limited. This is your chance to save $200 on your trip — for a limited time! I would love to see you there and help your family decide if this experience is right for your student!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me at sfitzgerald@shelbyed.org.
Warmly,
Mrs. Fitzgerald
The Quattuor Scholarship Application is now open. This 4-year scholarship will provide $1000 every year that the awardees keep their college GPA above 3.0. The scholarship deadline is April 11th, 2026.
Please distribute this information to current high school seniors and encourage them to apply.
More details about the scholarship can be found at this link: https://www.dubsfoundation.org/the-quattuor-scholarship-application
Linked below is the scholarship application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeX77Rl8G9XGmQeNbEIrGg3ZdmbxJzyuZfoPRaMv8DH5X8omg/viewform?usp=dialog
Please distribute this information to current high school seniors and encourage them to apply.
More details about the scholarship can be found at this link: https://www.dubsfoundation.org/the-quattuor-scholarship-application
Linked below is the scholarship application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeX77Rl8G9XGmQeNbEIrGg3ZdmbxJzyuZfoPRaMv8DH5X8omg/viewform?usp=dialog
The Mu Psi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. would like to share an exciting leadership opportunity for students this spring.
Their chapter will be hosting the Alpha L.E.A.D. (Leadership, Education, Achievement, and Development) Academy, a multi-weekend program designed for current high school students in grades 9–12. The Academy focuses on helping students strengthen leadership skills, plan for postsecondary education and careers, build personal responsibility, and engage in healthy decision-making - along with getting some hands-on leadership experience!
The program includes interactive sessions, teamwork activities, exposure to college and career pathways, and opportunities for personal growth. Students who complete the program will participate in a graduation ceremony recognizing their achievement.
Application:
They have extended the application deadline to Friday, January 30, 2026
Their chapter will be hosting the Alpha L.E.A.D. (Leadership, Education, Achievement, and Development) Academy, a multi-weekend program designed for current high school students in grades 9–12. The Academy focuses on helping students strengthen leadership skills, plan for postsecondary education and careers, build personal responsibility, and engage in healthy decision-making - along with getting some hands-on leadership experience!
The program includes interactive sessions, teamwork activities, exposure to college and career pathways, and opportunities for personal growth. Students who complete the program will participate in a graduation ceremony recognizing their achievement.
Application:
They have extended the application deadline to Friday, January 30, 2026
The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) is excited to announce that scholarship applications for the 2026 cycle are now open. Students can explore opportunities and apply online at cacfinfo.org/scholarships. Applications will remain open until March 1, 2026.
CACF offers over 100 scholarship opportunities. These awards include statewide, local, and regional scholarships.
CACF offers over 100 scholarship opportunities. These awards include statewide, local, and regional scholarships.
The Jefferson County Alumnae Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is accepting scholarship applications for the 2026 JCAC Scholarship. Please see the flyer for details. The submission deadline is Feb. 8, 2026
This Holiday Season, our SGA had the privilege of serving a meal to patients recovering from cancer treatment at Hope Lodge. It was an incredibly humbling experience, and we’re so grateful for the opportunity to bring some comfort and joy to these resilient individuals. #FlyAsOne #LoveListenLearnLead
Softball Hit-a-thon
Parents: Attached is information in regards to semester exams. Please make sure you read through it carefully. Here is the google form that you will need to fill out in regards to attendance: https://forms.gle/gjUptxBRR3FZ9Ko1A
We would like to remind all of our seniors and their parents about the College Financial Aid Night presentation that will be held on out campus tomorrow, December 3rd, at 6pm. Mrs. Kimberly Miller from the University of Montevallo will be presenting. The information she provides is applicable to all colleges and universities.
The meeting location has been changed to the CaHS band room. All guests should enter the building via the student parking lot entrance by the gym and auditorium. We will have signs directing guests to the band room.
The meeting location has been changed to the CaHS band room. All guests should enter the building via the student parking lot entrance by the gym and auditorium. We will have signs directing guests to the band room.
Seniors:
Herff Jones will be available for Cap and Gown payments on Thursday during lunch. This is OPTIONAL.
