Keeping Our Promise
February is Here—Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!
As we move into February, we’re proud of the hard work our seniors have put into their college applications! With many deadlines behind them, the focus now shifts to financial aid, scholarships, and next steps in their college journey. Our team is here to support students with FAFSA and CADAA applications, ensuring they maximize their financial aid opportunities before the March 3rd deadline.
In addition to financial aid support, we’re excited to help students explore scholarship opportunities, review admission decisions, and prepare for the transition into college life. This is an exciting time, and we’re committed making sure every student has the guidance they need to move forward with confidence.
We’re grateful for the dedication of our students, families, and educators, and we look forward to another month of progress and achievement.
The Promise Scholars Team
Business Partner Spotlight
We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our staff and volunteers for joining us for our 6th Grade Business Leader Presentations at Arroyo, Edison Academy, and Lehigh Elementary:
We sincerely appreciate the time and effort our presenters devote to the Promise Scholars program. We are excited to see the impactful presentations and engaging sessions they have prepared for the upcoming year. Thank you for being a vital part of our community and for making a lasting impact on our students. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead filled with learning, growth, and inspiration!
Program Updates
First, we would like to thank the wonderful outreach team at Chaffey College for hosting field trips for our OMSD 5th Grade Scholars at Central Language Academy, Arroyo, Lincoln, Del Norte, and Howard Elementary and hosting our OMSD 7th Grade Scholars at Vina Danks Middle School to explore Chaffey College’s Automotive Program. Also, we would like to give a big thank you to Pitzer College for coordinating our final 8th Grade OMSD Field Trip for Vernon Middle School.
We also hosted Financial Aid Workshops and In-Class Financial Aid Supports for Ontario, Chaffey, Montclair, and Valley View High School to support students with the FAFSA and California Dream Act Applications. We also hosted Lunch Outreach at Ontario, Chaffey, and Montclair High School to promote our Opportunity Scholarship and share more about Promise Scholars with students. We also hosted additional 9th Grade True Colors Presentations for Montclair High School, showing students the importance of personality traits when determining college majors and careers.
Lastly we were happy to be a part of Corona Elementary’s Open House, Ontario High School’s 8th Grade Parent Night, Vineyard Elementary’s College and Career Day, and Montclair High School’s Career Day.
Class of 2025 Opportunity Scholarship
Attention Class of 2025!
We’re excited to announce the Opportunity Scholarship for seniors at Chaffey, Ontario, Montclair, Valley View, and Colony High Schools is here!
This scholarship offers multiple chances to win $500 as they progress through their college admission journey. The scholarship is structured in 10 steps, each designed to support students along their path to higher education. Complete all 10 steps, and you’ll be in the running for the grand prize of $10,000! Just submit proof of completing each step to qualify.
We’re thrilled to see so many students already taking part in this opportunity! With a total of 1,694 submissions for Steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 received, it’s clear that students are making great strides toward their college goals. Don’t miss your chance to join the many participants already working through the steps!
Missed the first seven deadlines? No worries! Students can still participate and be eligible for the scholarship, even if they’ve missed a few steps. Continue to participate in Steps 8-10 for a chance to win $500! For questions and inquiries, please DM us on Instagram @OntMontPS
Volunteer with Us!
6th Grade Business Leader Presentations
Contact us below to share your college and career journey and inspire OMSD 6th Graders!! To qualify volunteers must have a professional license or a college degree.
Contribute your time with us and our 9th graders for a Career Exploration Group Discussion, where you’ll have the chance to discuss college and career opportunities tailored to your personality.
Do you have experience with FAFSA and CADAA applications? Join us at our upcoming financial aid workshops to assist 12th Graders with their application process.
Promise Scholars Annual Golf Tournament
Save the Date: April 18, 2025
Support our cause at our biggest fundraiser event. Help register our players and facilitate our many games at our Golf Tournament. All proceeds from this event will find Promise Scholars’ OMSD students.
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Bank of America grants $200,000 to Promise Scholars (November 2018)
Ontario-Montclair School District becomes Promise_Partners with Cal State Bakersfield (July 2014)
Promise Scholars thanks their many volunteers (April 2014)
Promise Scholars paving a way for a college education (December 2013)
Ontario 5K to benefit Promise Scholars (December 2013)
First Reindeer Run proves successful in raising money for Promise Scholars (December 2012)
Promise Scholars seeks to reward hardworking students (November 2012)
Boosting our college rate – Editorial by OMSD Superintendent (June 2012)
Region Can Reverse Educational Deficit – Editorial by Inland Empire United Way CEO (March 2012)
Promise Scholars program to aid Ontario-Montclair students (September 2012)
