Johnsburg High School

Several $1,000 scholarships are awarded from the Illinois Bankers Scholarship and the Linda J. Koch Scholarship funds. Students should be seeking a financial industry-related field. No financial need is required. For full details/requirements and online application, go to link below. Deadline is March 31. https://illinois.bank/education-and-events/scholarships/illinois-bankers-scholarship

The McHenry County Farm Bureau Foundation offers the John W. Hoffman Memorial Scholarship of $1,000 for the next generation of farmers or tradesmen and the MCFB Foundation Agriculture Scholarship of $1,500 for students pursuing continuing education in agriculture or agriculture-related fields. Online application for both at link below. Deadline for both is March 2, 2026.
https://mchenrycfb.org/foundation/scholarships

There are three virtual information sessions happening soon for the UIUC Engineering Pathways Program, a partnership with McHenry County College . This is an amazing opportunity. Applications are due on April 5, 2026 for high school seniors who wish to pursue this program. It is recommend that interested individuals attend one of the virtual information sessions below.
To register for an information sessions visit: https://enroll.illinois.edu/portal/grainger_pathway
For program info, eligibility, and application details visit: https://grainger.illinois.edu/admissions/undergraduate/pathways

UIUC Engineering Pathway Program Information Sessions for prospective students & families (virtual):

February 26, 2026: 4-5pm
March 25, 2026: 5-6pm
April 23, 2025: 5:30-6:30pm

UIUC Engineering Pathways offers students interested in beginning their college education at an Illinois community college a streamlined transfer experience and guaranteed admission to The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign upon successful completion of program requirements.
To learn more about the McHenry County College partnership with the UIUC Engineer Pathways program, visit: www.mchenry.edu/engineeringuiuc

The Johnsburg Girls Basketball team defeated Regina Dominican last week to become Regional Champions!! The first Sectional game will be tomorrow night (February 24) with tip off at 6 pm. IHSA requires EVERYONE to pay a $9 admission fee. However, thanks to anonymous donor, the first 50 JHS students with their current student ID will get in for FREE!!
Let's pack the house!!

The Johnsburg Community Club offers the Joe Frett Memorial Scholarship. This will be awarded to a JHS graduate who demonstrates leadership, citizenship, and community involvement during their four years at JHS. Applicants are required to have an interview before the scholarship committee as part of the application process. Applications are in the CCRC and the Deadline is April 24.

The ILLINOIS NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR is on March 7th @ Moraine Valley Community College from10 am – 1 pm.
Student registration is now open for the Illinois National College Fair (INCF)! Sign-up to attend and connect with colleges and universities from around the country for free. Sign up at strivefair.com.
During the INCF, you will have the chance to talk to many different colleges. You and your family can ask questions of the college representatives as well as visit the Q&A booths to get general topic information such as application process, financial aid, athletics, and more!

Fabricators and Manufacturers Association/SparkForce provides scholarships twice per year to students pursuing degrees or certifications that will lead to manufacturing careers*. (*See approved fields of Study at website)
Minimum GPA of 2.5 for trade, community or tech college and 3.0 for university students. For full requirements/details/application, go to link. Deadline is March 31, 2026 https://www.fmamfg.org/foundation/scholarships

The Norwegian National League offers a scholarship program to encourage the study of Norwegian heritage. Applicants must be of Norwegian ancestry, reside in McHenry County, have a minimum GPA of 3.0. For complete details and application, go to link.
Deadline is March 1, 2026
https://www.nnleague.org/Documents/2026-NNL-scholarship%20forms/2026%201000%20%20(12)%20application.pdf

The Ruth Limpers Scholarship is funded in part by the Illinois Government Finance Officers Association. Three scholarships in the of $2,000 each are available for students interested in Government Finance. For full requirements/details/application, go to link.
Deadline is April 1.
https://www.igfoa.org/content/documents/rlsf_application_form_revised_-date_only_8.20.2024.pdf

Voting for Senior Superlatives is now open! You can find the link to vote on the Senior Class Google Classroom page. Voting is open until 10:30 AM on Friday, February 20th. PLEASE VOTE ASAP!!

Good Shepherd Hospital Auxiliary Scholarships are for students who will major in a Health Care Professional field. Eligibility criteria, Information & application online at link. Deadline is May 15, 2026. https://catchpennyresaleshoppe.com/scholarship-application

Fire Trustees Assoc. of McHenry Co. offer the The Lester F. Macho Scholarship for a graduate of a McHenry Co. school who plans on attending an accredited college in the Fall, 2026 to study for a Fire Service/EMS Career. Applications are in the CCRC.
Deadline is April 1, 2026.

Illinois Restaurant Assoc. offers varying scholarship amounts for students pursuing degrees in culinary arts and/or hospitality management. Go to link for full qualifications/application. Deadline is May 1, 2026
https://www.illinoisrestaurants.org/page/IRAEFScholarships

Congratulations to Mrs. Furrenes' class who knew a character's line from the "The Fast and the Furious" for our Friday Fun day

McHenry Garden Club provides up to $3,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors who live in McHenry County. Requirements include providing a copy of acceptance letter from selected school, non-official transcript showing at least a GPA of 3.0, 2 letters of recommendation. More information and applications in the CCRC. Deadline is April 1, 2026.

McHenry County Illinois Genealogical Society is offering a $1,000 scholarship for a student that resides and graduates in McHenry County. Application includes essay (topic on application), 2 letters of recommendation and more. For complete requirements and application, go to link. Deadline is May 6, 2026. https://www.mcigs.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=768022&module_id=749230

The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County offer the Alice & Bill Howenstine Scholarship to high school seniors interested in pursuing college studies related to the fields of environment, sustainability and conservation. Up to 3 – $2,000 scholarships available. Complete details/application at link. Deadline is April 1, 2026. https://mcdef.org/scholarship-and-internships/