All-American Scholar Award....scam or real?

FishProf
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:16:11 +0000

I am a teacher who nominates students. Several of our students have received scholarships in conjunction with all-american scholars.

Essentially it is a database of teacher nominated students. Does it mean you will get a scholarship, no. Does it give you access to apply to scholarships, yes. Can everyone apply for these scholarships, no (just the nominees).

Now, I always tell my students to only do the free stuff. Paying for the book or getting your picture in the registry is not needed to be considered for the scholarships. Some parents just like to get it just to see their childs name in it.

You will get in the book if you are nominated and usually receive a certificate of your nomination and usually acceptance.

For most students it is just a way that their teachers can acknowledge their hardwork and dedication in their class. No harm in that.