Welcome to the official School Counseling page for Turtle Lake-Mercer! Here you can find community resources, scholarship opportunities, standardized testing information, and more. Please take a look around and if you have any questions, my contact information is listed below. I am here to help and look forward to assisting all TLM students on their journeys to success!
Samantha Slavik
PK-12 School Counselor
7-12 Career Development Counselor
504 Case Manager
ACT Testing Coordinator
Contact Information
Phone: 701-448-2365
Email: samantha.slavik@k12.nd.us
Mental Health Resources- Bismarck
McLean Family Resource Center- Washburn
The Lord's Pantry- Turtle Lake (701)448-2551
Community Clothing Share-Exchange
Open Thursday's 12-6 PM
221 Main Street, Turtle Lake
(701) 448-2884
Parents can use the information in the links below to help their students with topics relating to academics, social-emotional learning, internet safety, and more!
As important as it is for parents to have resources to help keep their children safe in the cyber world, it is also important for children and teens to have information themselves! Check out the "Additional Internet Safety Resources" section of this website for a long list of helpful resources on this topic.
Students can use the links below to help with standardized test prep, schedules, career planning, and college preparation.
Application for the 2025-2026 school year is OPEN. North Dakota FAFSA is offered on a first come, first served basis, so the application should be completed sooner rather than later whenever possible.
Bank of North Dakota offers a variety of handouts and information to help families complete the FAFSA. BND resources for FAFSA completion can be located at the below link:
Turtle Lake-Mercer School will offer optional ACT testing for our students in both 11th and 12th grade twice a year.
Optional testing dates are available in the Fall (October) and the Spring (February/March)
Cost for taking the ACT through TL-M is $53.25. Checks can be made payable to Turtle Lake-Mercer School
Any junior or senior wishing to test but unable to test during one of the dates offered at TL-M will need to sign up for a national test day through ACT's online system and go to a testing center to complete the test.
Cost for taking the ACT at a National Testing Center is:
$65 (without writing)
$80 (with writing)
TLM's high school code is:
351745
Use the ACT website to access study resources (some free, some that need to be purchased) to help you study for the exam.
If you're struggling with accessing resources or have questions, please reach out to Mrs. Slavik.
WorkKeys Testing might be for you if:
You are thinking of going straight into the workforce after high school.
You did not meet the required score of a 24 or higher on your ACT for state scholarship requirements.
These exams can be taken at any time throughout the school year (October through April).
Schedule to test with Mrs. Slavik
WorkKeys costs only $13.50 per test (3 tests required - Applied Mathematics, Reading for Information, and Applied Information)
WorkKeys was developed by ACT. You can find sample questions and study materials on the ACT website.
ASVAB Testing
All Juniors take the ASVAB test in the fall (Seniors also have the option to re-test if they choose).
The National Guard helps to administer the test and interpret the results for students to explore career options that align with their strengths.
There are many places that offer free sample tests for you to prepare for the ASVAB.
This test does not impact a student's grade or academic standing; however, a higher score can mean additional opportunities if interested in a career within the military. ASVAB scores are also used to determine state scholarship eligibility.
Are you interested in exploring a career in a medical related field? Try using EduMed's online tools (linked below) to help determine a path that might be right for you and determine a plan for achieving your goals!
Best Online Guide to Choosing an Allied Health Career - https://www.edumed.org/resources/choosing-an-allied-health-major/
Best Guide to Online Medical Assistant Programs - https://www.edumed.org/online-schools/medical-assistant-programs/6-week-accelerated/
Upcoming Events:
ASVAB Testing likely to be in JANUARY 2026 - specific date TBD.
Monday, February 2 - TL-M Dollars For Scholars Annual Phone-A-Thon Fundraiser!
Friday, March 13 - OPTIONAL Spring ACT Testing for Juniors
Optional WorkKeys testing available NOW: Schedule a date and time with Mrs. Slavik
September 2024
North Dakota Aviation Association Fly ND Scholarship
Award Amount: Varies
Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be current high school juniors or seniors OR a recent GED recipient. Applicant must plan to attend a postsecondary education training program with an educational focus of professional pilot, aviation maintenance, aviation engineering, unmanned aircraft systems, airport management, atmospheric sciences, air traffic control, or other related aviation fields.
Selection Criteria: The NDAA scholarship selection committee will make the selection of the awarded recipient based on the contents of the application packet. Evaluation will be based on passion for aviation, comprehension, organization, and creativity. Scholarship recipients will be announced during the Fly-ND career expo yearly.
How To Apply: Complete every part of the application packet. This includes the completed application form, essay, letter of recommendation, and a resume/additional experience (if necessary). Application link can be found here: https://www.fly-nd.com/Scholarships
Application CLOSED for the 2025-2026 school year
October 2024
Voice of Democracy VFW Scholarship for 9-12
Award Amount: State winners receive $1,000. One National-Level winner will receive $35,000.
Eligibility Criteria: Be a current student in grades 9-12 and be less than 20 years-of-age.
How to Apply: Follow the below link to the VFW webpage for Youth Scholarships. Click on the blue hyperlink to download and complete the 2022-2023 voice of democracy entry form. Record an original 3-5 minute audio essay following the requirements for submission. Submit to your local VFW post (link to locate your local post if you are unsure on website as well). VFW Application Link
Application CLOSED for the 2025-2026 school year
November 2024
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Contest
Award Amount: $1,000 - $7,500 per year
Eligibility Criteria: Current high school senior who will graduate during the 2024-2025 school year, U.S. citizen, must plan to pursue a four-year degree after graduation on a full-time basis at a U.S. college or university, students do not need to be related to a members of the Elks to enter.
How to Apply: Follow the below link to the Elks website. Scroll down and click the big green "Apply Now" button. Students should use code 1199 as their sponsoring lodge. https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm
Application CLOSED for the 2025-2026 school year.
December 2024
North Dakota School Counselor Association Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria: Be a high school senior in ND whose school counselor is a member of the NDSCA (Mrs. Slavik is!)
How to Apply: Fill out the application on google. Application includes a 500 word essay, obtaining 1 letter of recommendation, and uploading any additional documentation into the google application.
Application CLOSED for the 2025-2026 school year.
KURU Footwear Live Your Dreams Scholarship
Award Amount: $1000
Eligibility Criteria:
Be a US citizen or Permanent Legal Resident of the United States, be an incoming undergraduate freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior entering the Fall 2022 semester, h
ave a minimum 2.5 GPA, b
e enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university for the Fall 2022 semester, s
ubmit a 300–500 word essay answering the following question: “What are your career aspirations and what would it mean to you to win this scholarship?”
All fields of study are eligible.
Application can be found here:
Application Deadline: Friday, December 19 at 11:59 PM
January 2025
North Dakota Jaycee Senate Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,500-$1,000
Eligibility Criteria: Student in their senior year who will be graduating in 2025 and attending a postsecondary institution upon graduation (There are scholarships for both students who will be attending a 4-year university as well as trade schools) . Must be a U.S. citizen.
How to Apply: Follow the below link to the website. Download both the application as well as the student checklist. Complete both documents and all requirements. https://usjcisenate.org/index.php/scholarship-program
Application Deadline: CLOSED for the 2025-2026 school year
Dakota West Credit Union Scholarship
Award Amount: TWO $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors and TWO $500 scholarships to continuing students
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a member of Dakota West Credit Union. Expanding its annual tradition, Dakota West Credit Union is accepting scholarship applications from both graduating high school seniors and students who are currently enrolled in a post-secondary institute or trade school.
How to Apply: Follow the below link to access the scholarship application: https://dakotawestcu.com/2026-scholarships-available/
Application Deadline: CLOSED for the 2025-2026 school year
February 2025
McLean Electric/Basin Electric Scholarships
Two scholarship programs available: the Basin Electric Scholarship and the McLean Electric Scholarship
Both award amounts are $500
Eligibility Criteria: Students who are or have parents that are members of McLean Electric Cooperative and is planning to enroll as a full-time college student in the fall.
How to Apply: follow the link below to their website and complete all required tasks. https://mcleanelectric.com/scholarships
Application Deadline: February 1, 2026
Elks Legacy Award
Award Amount: $4,000 ($1,000 for each for four years); award 350 total nationwide.
Eligibility Criteria: A high school senior who is a child or grandchild of an Elks member, must have taken the ACT/SAT, be attending a U.S. college or university in the fall, will be required to perform service once a year with an Elks Lodge throughout the next 4 years if elected
How to Apply: Complete the online application at https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/legacy.cfm
Application Deadline: Application deadline is February 2, 2026, 11:59 a.m. Pacific Time. NOTE: This is 1:59 PM Central Time.
Enerbase Cooperative Scholarship
Award Amount: 8- $1,000 scholarships awarded
Eligibility Criteria: Applicant or parent/guardian must be a current patron member of Enerbase and must have done at least $2,500 worth of business the previous year. Open to high school seniors that will be entering their first year of college in the fall.
How to Apply: Complete the application online at https://enerbase.coop/scholarships/
Application Deadline: February 6, 2026
Foundation for Rural Service College Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,500
Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must receive local service from and be sponsored by WRT. Preference given to individuals expressing an interest to return to a rural community following graduation.
How to Apply: Applications can be found at this link by clicking the "apply through kaleidoscope" button: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/program/FRSScholarships2026
Application Deadline: Saturday, February 14, 2026 by 10:59PM
North Dakota Crop Improvement & Seed Association
Award Amount: Three $1000 scholarships to incoming college freshmen AND Three $1000 scholarships to undergraduates (excluding freshmen).
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a ND resident, attending a ND school, applicant or parent must be a member of the county Crop Improvement Association, and must be a full-time student at a college in the fall.
How to Apply: apply online at https://ndcropimprovement.com/north-dakota-college-scholarships-awards//
Application Deadline: February 15, 2026
ND Corn Growers Association
Award Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria: In order to be eligible for the North Dakota Corn Growers Association scholarship, students must: Applicant must be a North Dakota Corn Growers Association member or son/daughter of a NDCGA member. Student memberships are available for high school and post secondary students for $20, be a high school senior or a post secondary student, and be pursuing a degree in an agriculture field.
How to apply: Complete the online application form (linked below). Submit a current HS transcript along with at least one letter of recommendation from a non-family member and a current resume. Then complete the essay question "What are the three most important issues facing agriculture today? How would you address them?" in no more than 500 words. The application form can be found here: https://ndcorngrowers.org/news-resources/scholarship-form/
Application Deadline: February 28, 2026 by 11:59 PM
WRT Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria: Be a high school senior in one of the 7 regions WRT serves and parents must be members of and receive services from WRT. One scholarship given to each area WRT serves AND one additional $1,000 scholarship given to a child of a WRT employee or director.
How to Apply: Complete application online at https://wrtc.bamboohr.com/careers/66
Click the blue "Apply For This Job" button in the top right to complete the online scholarship application form.
Application Deadline: February 27, 2026
March 2025
Farm Credit Services Scholarship in Agriculture
Award Amount: 10- $1,000 scholarships awarded
Eligibility Criteria: High school seniors who plan to enroll in college in the fall, be from an actively farming or ranching family or pursue an agriculture career.
How to Apply: https://www.agcountry.com/scholarships
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North Dakota Stockmen's Association: Legacy Scholarship
Award Amount: $500
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a member of the North Dakota Stockmen's Association OR be a child of a member. The NDSF Legacy Scholarships are available to high school seniors, college freshmen, college sophomores or college juniors who have an interest in the beef cattle industry and are or will be studying any major at any college or university.
How to Apply: More information and applications can be found at https://www.ndstockmen.org/foundation/foundation-scholarships/
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
North Dakota Stockmen's Association: Endowment Scholarship
Award Amount: $500
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a member of the North Dakota Stockmen's Association OR be a child of a member. The NDSF Endowment Scholarship is available to high school seniors, college freshmen, college sophomores or college juniors who are or will be studying a beef-related major at any accredited North Dakota college or university.
How to Apply: More information and applications can be found at https://www.ndstockmen.org/foundation/foundation-scholarships/
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
The Jack and Vander Reich Memorial Endowment Scholarship
Award Amount: $750
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a member of the North Dakota Stockmen's Association OR be a child of a member. The Jack and Vander Reich Memorial Endowment Scholarship is available to any high school senior who is planning to major in an agriculturally related discipline at any accredited college or university.
How to Apply: More information and applications can be found at https://www.ndstockmen.org/foundation/foundation-scholarships/
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
The Tokach Angus Ranch Memorial Scholarship
Award Amount: $500
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a member of the North Dakota Stockmen's Association OR be a child of a member. The Tokach Angus Ranch Memorial Scholarship is available to students who are or who will be studying an agriculturally related career at any accredited college or university. Preference will be given to students who have completed their bachelor's degree and who are pursuing a graduate education or professional school (i.e. veterinary or law school).
How to Apply: More information and applications can be found at https://www.ndstockmen.org/foundation/foundation-scholarships/
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
The Myron Wold Memorial Scholarships
Award Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a member of the North Dakota Stockmen's Association OR be a child of a member. The Myron Wold Memorial Scholarships are available to students who are or who will be studying an agricultural major at any accredited college or university.
How to Apply: More information and applications can be found at https://www.ndstockmen.org/foundation/foundation-scholarships/
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
Children of Warriors National Presidents Scholarship
Award Amount: Fifteen $5000 National Scholarships
Eligibility Criteria: Candidates for this award shall be daughters, sons, grandsons, granddaughters, great-granddaughters, great-grandsons of veterans who served in the Armed Forces during eligibility dates for membership in The American Legion, listed below.
April 6, 1917, to November 11, 1918
Any time after December 7, 1941
How to Apply: Follow the below link and complete the required scholarship application. https://www.legion-aux.org/scholarships/children-of-warriors
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026 at 11:59PM Eastern Time (10:59PM Central Time)
Spirit of Youth Scholarship for Junior Members
Award Amount: Fifteen $5000 National Scholarships Awarded
Eligibility Criteria: The applicant must have held membership in the American Legion Auxiliary for the immediate past three years; must hold a membership card for the current year; and must continue to maintain her membership throughout the four-year scholarship period. Scholarship monies are dispersed directly to the four-year accredited college or university, per the recipients’ direction, and may be used for tuition, books, fees, and other appropriate expenses.
How to Apply: Download and complete the application here: https://www.legion-aux.org/scholarships/spirit-of-youth
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026 at 11:59PM Eastern Time (10:59PM Central Time)
Junior Member Loyalty Scholarship
Award Amount: Ten $2,500 National Scholarships Awarded
Eligibility Criteria: Candidates for this award shall have been Junior members of the American Legion Auxiliary, held membership in the American Legion Auxiliary for the past three consecutive years and be a paid member for the current year. Applicant must attend an accredited institution of higher education upon graduation and continue membership during the scholarship period. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA.
How to Apply: Download and complete the application form here: https://www.legion-aux.org/scholarships/junior-member-loyalty
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026 at 11:59PM Eastern Time (10:59PM Central Time)
Jan Jordan Scholarship Fund
Award Amount: 3 $1,000 scholarships available
Eligibility Criteria: Must be between the ages of 17 and 22, be a child or grandchild of a current city employee or an elected city official in North Dakota, and must be registered full-time as a student in an accredited North Dakota university or technical certification program.
How to Apply: The scholarship application can be found by following this link: https://ndlc.org/scholarship/
Complete the application and attach any required paperwork.
Application must be Postmarked NO LATER THAN March 20, 2026
TLM Dollars for Scholars
Award Amount: Varies from $500-$3,750
Eligibility Criteria: All TLM Seniors who plan to pursue postsecondary education!!
How to Apply: Create an account and fill out the application at http://turtlelake-mercer.dollarsforscholars.org to be eligible for the TLM Dollars for Scholars Program as well as get matched to other national scholarships! Your profile needs to be created by January 1, 2025.
Application Deadline: March 27, 2026
Great River Energy Gives Scholarship
Award Amount: up to 6 $500-$1000 scholarships available
Eligibility Criteria: must be a graduating senior attending one of the following high schools in North Dakota: Barnes County North, Garrison, Jamestown, Max, Turtle Lake-Mercer, Underwood, Valley City, Washburn, or Wilton.
How to Apply: Complete the application form (found here at this link: https://greatriverenergy.com/educational-resources/), attach a copy of your most up-to-date high school transcript, complete the required two-part essay, and attach a letter of recommendation.
Completed applications should be submitted via email to reilola@grenergy.com
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VFW Young American Creative Patriotic Art Contest
Award Amount: National Award of $34,000
Eligibility Criteria: Be a current student in grades 9-12 and be less than 20-years-of-age.
How to Apply: Create a two-dimensional piece of art on canvas or paper that displays a symbol of patriotism as well as a typed explanation of the patriotism expressed in the art (250 words or less). Follow the below link for application and specific instructions: https://vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships/young-american-creative-patriotic-art-contest/
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
River Riders Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a graduating senior attending a school within McLean County
How to Apply: Fill out the application form and attach the required short essay. For an application form, see Mrs. Slavik!
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
North Dakota United Scholarships
Award Amount: $750-$3000.
Eligibility Criteria: Scholarships are available to North Dakota United members, including Student NDU and NDU-Retired members, as well as the dependents of all members. Check website for specific eligibility criteria for each of the 10 scholarships offered.
How to Apply: applications for each scholarship can be found on the NDU website here https://www.ndunited.org/who-we-are/ndu-foundation/grants-scholarships/
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
Julie Buxa Health Science Scholarship
Award Amount: $300
Eligibility Criteria: Applicant must have interest in a health science related career, have college aspirations, have actively participated in school activities, have leadership activity experiences, be able to demonstrate community involvement, and have taken a minimum of one health science related course in high school. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate financial need.
How To Apply: Complete the scholarship application form, attach the most recent copy of your high school transcript, and obtain a personal letter of recommendation. Scholarship application can be found here: https://www.cte.nd.gov/sites/www/files/documents/Students/HealthScienceScholarship.pdf
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
April-May 2025
Sherry Westrum Memorial Music Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria: TLM seniors who have been involved in the music program for a minimum of two years in high school.
How to Apply: Submit a letter of recommendation from a non-relative, a list of your musical activities throughout your high school career, and an essay of no longer than two pages- double spaces- on the topic "How Music has Enriched My Life." Write your name on the back of the essay and on a separate sheet of paper write your name, address, and the college you will attend (the money will be mailed directly to the college).
Mail applications to:
Sherry Westrum Memorial Music Scholarship
C/O Trojan Endowment Scholarship Fund, Inc.
PO Box 31
Turtle Lake, ND 58575Application Deadline: April 1, 2026
Rainbow Energy High School Scholarship
Award Amount: up to ten $500-$1,000 scholarships will be awarded.
Eligibility Criteria: Be a graduating senior from Garrison, Max, Underwood, Turtle Lake-Mercer, Washburn, Wilton, Center-Stanton, Hazen, or Beulah. Plan to enroll in a full-time course of study at a North Dakota college, university, or technical school during the 2026-2027 school year. Be a citizen of the United States. Applicants DO NOT need to be a relative of a Rainbow Energy employee to be considered for this scholarship.
How to Apply: Complete the scholarship application and attach a copy of your high school transcript, a two-part essay (instructions attached to application), and a letter of reference. Completed applications should be sent to: alyson.teigen@rainbowenergycenter.com
See Mrs. Slavik for an application! f
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 3, 2026
Farm Credit Services of Mandan Scholarship
Award Amount: 4 $1,000 Scholarships available.
Eligibility Criteria: Be from an active farming or ranching family OR must be planning to pursue a career in farming or some other aspect of agriculture (ex: agricultural extension, agricultural education, soil conservation, farm and ranch management, agricultural finance, veterinary medicine or agri-business). Applicants must also be residents of the
following North Dakota counties: Adams, Billings, Bowman, Burleigh, Dunn, Emmons, Golden Valley, Grant, Hettinger, Kidder, Logan, McIntosh, McKenzie, McLean, Mercer, Morton, Oliver, Sheridan, Sioux, Slope, and Stark.
How to Apply: Pick up an Application from Mrs. Slavik
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Past Presidents Parley Nursing Scholarship
Award Amount: Two $500 scholarships available
Eligibility Criteria: Must graduate from a ND high school and be pursuing a degree in nursing (LPN or RN). Applicant must be a child, grandchild, or great grandchild of active military or honorably discharged military member living or deceased.
How to Apply: Pick up an application from Mrs. Slavik OR print and complete the application here: http://ndala.org/ppp/
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Past Presidents Parley Grace Holmes, ND Nursing Scholarship
Award Amount: $1000
Eligibility Criteria: Must graduate from a ND high school and be pursuing a degree in nursing (LPN or RN). Applicant must be a child, grandchild, or great grandchild of active military or honorably discharged military member living or deceased.
How to Apply: Pick up an application from Mrs. Slavik OR print and complete the application here: http://ndala.org/ppp/
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Department of North Dakota Education Program Scholarship
Award Amount: $500
Eligibility Criteria: Upon graduation, student must attend a college, university, or trade school in North Dakota. Membership and/or affiliation with the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary is not required for scholarship selection; however, need is an important factor in determining the recipient of the scholarships.
How to Apply: Print the application following the link below. Mail the completed application along with two letters of recommendation and completed essay. http://ndala.org/education/
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Hubert and JoAnn Seymour Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,000
Eligibility Criteria: Open to all graduating high school seniors who are continuing their education in either a two-year or four-year accredited college or university or technical school for any area of study. Must be a Farmers Union member.
Award Criteria: Recipients will be selected based on academic records, social and community activities and typed essay describing personal and professional goals, and involvement with Farmers Union.
How to Apply: Complete the application via Google Forms (Google Forms Application Link), attach a copy of your most recent high school transcript, attach letters of recommendation from both a Farmers Union Leader and a teacher, attach a completed essay meeting requirements.
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Farmers Union Stanley Moore Scholarship
Award Amount: Three $1,500 scholarships awarded
Eligibility Criteria: High school seniors, college students or nontraditional students seeking funding to attend a two or four-year accredited college or university or technical school for any area of study. Must be a Farmers Union member.
Award Criteria: Recipients will be selected based on academic records, social and community activities and typed essay describing personal and professional goals, and involvement with Farmers Union.
How to Apply: Complete the application via Google Forms (Google Forms Application Link), attach a copy of your most recent high school transcript, attach letters of recommendation from both a Farmers Union Leader and a teacher, attach a completed essay meeting requirements.
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Reuben T. Guenthner Scholarship
Award Amount: $500
Eligibility Criteria:
Be a graduating senior from a North Dakota high school in 2025.
Have completed one or more career and technical education courses between grades 9 and 12 (Ag, FACS, Business, etc.)
Enroll in a two-year North Dakota public, postsecondary institution OR
Enroll as a full-time student in a career and technical education program of two years or less.
How to Apply: Fill out the online application and send transcript and 3 letters of recommendation to the appropriate contacts. Scholarship application and information can be found here: https://www.cte.nd.gov/sites/www/files/documents/Students/RTG%20Guidelines%20for%20Website.pdf
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Hattie K. Tedrow Memorial Fund Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,000
Eligibility Criteria: High school senior, resident of ND, a direct decedent of a veteran with honorable service in the U.S. military, and intends to further their education at an accredited school of higher education. Proof of college acceptance is required.
How to Apply: Applications can be found at https://ndlegion.org/scholarships/
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Edward O. Nesheim Memorial Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,500
Eligibility Criteria: High school senior, legal resident of ND and a direct decedent of a U.S. veteran who served honorably (proof of service and lineage required). Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher, must be pursuing a degree in agriculture, human nutrition, or medicine.
How to Apply: Applications can be found online at https://ndlegion.org/scholarships/
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Dushinske & Jamison Water Resources Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,500 scholarships (awarded to 4 qualifying applicants)
Eligibility Criteria: Must be planning to attend a ND college and preference given to, but not limited to, those studying water-related fields and whose families have taken an active role in ND water resource management.
How to Apply: the scholarship application can be downloaded from this link: https://www.ndcf.net/receive/scholarships/dushinskejamison.html
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Trojan Endowment Scholarship Fund
Award Amount: Varies - there are 12 different scholarships available.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicant's must be a graduate of TL-M high school who is still in school full time after completing one year OR if the applicant is attending an 18-month technical program, they may become eligible to receive an award after successfully completing 9 months of their program.
How to Apply: click the following link. Print and complete the application form. Submit your completed form via mail or email per directions on the application. Endowment Fund Application Form
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Falkirk Mining Company Scholarship
Award Amount: 6- $1,000 scholarships
Eligibility Criteria: Graduating seniors from Max, Garrison, Underwood, Turtle Lake-Mercer, Washburn, and Wilton High Schools. Must have enrolled or are planning to enroll full-time at an accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school in the fall.
How to Apply: See Mrs. Slavik for an application. Complete the application; include a list of extra-curricular activities, volunteer/community service activities, and jobs; a copy or your recent transcript; an essay telling about yourself, hoe your career could play a role in the energy industry, and your thoughts on the coal industry; and a letter of recommendation.
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Richard and Karla Schindler Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria: TLM senior who has participated in at least 2 sports in high school and has a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher.
How to Apply: Write a 2 page essay, double spaced on the topic, "How has athletics shaped me into a better student-athlete?" Please write the name of the scholarship at the top of your essay and turn them into Mrs. Slavik or Mrs. Schlafmann.
Application Deadline: April 31, 2026
North Dakota Association of Counties
Award Amount: $2,000
Eligibility Criteria: Children and grandchildren of North Dakota county officials and employees are eligible to apply.
How to apply: Online scholarship form can be printed off here https://www.ndaco.org/programs_and_services/institute-of-local-government-ilg/scholarships/
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Dakota Cruisers Car Club Scholarship
Award Amount: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a local area ND high school senior. Students enrolled or planning on enrolling in a vocational college in ND and will be pursuing a career in automotive repair and/or restoration.
How to Apply: See Mrs. Slavik for an application. Complete the application and include: 2 letters of recommendation; a 100 word, hand-written essay explaining what automotive field you plan on pursuing and why, and verification of good standing form.
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ND State Scholarship
Award Amount: $6,000 (disbursed over 4 years)
Eligibility Criteria: All ND Graduates meeting GPA and core class grade requirements!
How to Apply: Complete all of the required coursework throughout high school. Obtain the test scores needed on ACT (24) or WorkKeys (level 5 or higher on all 3 tests). Application and Scholarship information can be found at https://www.nd.gov/dpi/parentscommunity/students/academic-and-cte-scholarship
Application Deadline: June 5, 2026