Gratitude can boost your mood and reduce stress! 🌸 Take a moment each day to reflect on what you're thankful for. How do you practice gratitude? #TRIO #MentalHealthMatters #Gratitude
2 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
day by day graditude challenge. Journal 3 things you're grateful for every day.Try to take journal about different things each day, don’t repeat the things you’ve already written. Look back during hard times to remember all that you have to be grateful for! Celebrate how far you've come!
Your credit score can impact your future! 📊 Understand how credit works and start building a healthy score by paying bills on time and reducing debt. #TRIO #FinancialLiteracy #CreditScore
3 days ago, Elizabeth Minard
Method learning, obtaining credit. While credit cards can be an incredibly useful tool, their high interest rates, combined with how easily credit cards can bury you in debt, make them extremely dangerous if not managed correctly.
the 3 benefits of a credit card: secure & convenient: Similar to having a debit card, the risk of having your money lost or stolen is lower, as the purchases can be canceled and replaced at no cost to you. protection: Consumer protections are written into law, & with credit cards, you have a max liability (what you owe) of $50 when card is stolen & used. building your score: A higher credit score can get you better rates in loans, help you get jobs, lower your car insurance rate, and finding housing! method learning.
a good credit score “Good” - 670-739 “Very good” - 740-799 “Excellent” - 800-850. how to build/maintain credit: Low credit utilization rate (Aimfor less than 30% of available credit) Frequently monitor credit report. Make payments on time. Use tools to help you keep track of your credit and spending: Experian, fico sCORE, OR vANTAGE sCORE FOR CREDIT HISTORY. contact us: phone number: 815-802-8570. website: www.talentsearch.kcc.edu
Start setting college goals now! 🎯 Whether it’s academic, financial, or personal, having goals helps you stay focused and motivated. Let TRIO help you along the way! #TRIO #CollegeGoals #FutureSuccess
8 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
S.M.A.R.T GOAL SETTING. S: specific. M: measureable. a. achievable. r. relevant. t. time bound. start setting your short-term and long-term goals now., if you haven't already!
Exams can be stressful! 😰 Take a break, breathe, and stay organized. Breaking tasks into small steps helps you focus and stay calm. How do you manage stress during finals? 💪 #TRIO #MentalHealthMatters #ExamStress
9 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
Make sure you're remaining balanced when you're studying at home! After school study schedule: 4 p.m. rest and eat snakc. 5 1 hour study session. 6 30 minute break. 6:30 1 hour study session. 7:30 eat dinner. 8 free time (or 1 hour study session)9 get ready for bed and next day. 10 sleep.
Summer plans? 🌞 Budgeting for fun activities, travel, and savings is key! Track income, set goals, and plan your spending to stay on top of your finances. 💸 #TRIO #FinancialLiteracy #SummerSavings
11 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
Break down your budget with a planner and don’t miss a thing!
How to incorporate planning into your daily routine Log all of your purchases and sources of income, planned and unexpected for each month! 1: use a scratch piece paper. 2: Create your own break down using Microsoft Excel of Google Sheets. 3: Print a PDF printable off of the Printabulls website for FREE. 4: buy a budget planner
🎬 Lights, camera, action! Join our Music Video Summer Camp and bring your creativity to life on screen. Learn video production, perform, and have fun! 🎤🎥 Spots are limited—sign up today! #SummerCamp #MusicVideoMagic
15 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
Kankakee Community College Music Video Summer Camp 4 day program 9th - 12th grade. June 9-June 12th. Regular programs: Learn behind the scenes about music. Special Programs: Songwriting, Music Composing. Register now! Registration fee: FREE. More information: phone 815-802-8570 talentsearch@kcc.edu. TRIO TALENT SEARCH IS FUNDED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Kankakee Community College Music Video Summer Camp 4 day program 7th - 8th grade. June 23-June 26th. Regular programs: Learn behind the scenes about music. Special Programs: Songwriting, Music Composing. Register now! Registration fee: FREE. More information: phone 815-802-8570 talentsearch@kcc.edu. TRIO TALENT SEARCH IS FUNDED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Understanding others’ perspectives is key to building strong relationships. Be open-minded, listen actively, and be empathetic. 🤝 When we respect and support each other, we create a more inclusive and positive community! 💙 #SocialAwareness #Empathy #TRIOTalentSearch
16 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
Social Awareness Your ability to understand your place in the word. It allows you to relate to all kinds of people and act in ways that benefit you and those around you. Empathy eSSENTIAL sKILL USED TO BETTER UNDERSTAND OTHERS, FORM CONNECTIONS, AND OVERCOME HARM CAUSED BY BIASES. lIFE SITUATIONS THAT FORM BIASES combINATION of all factors that have brought you to this moment. iT Shapes who you are, how you see the world, and how you interact with others.
Life situation is made up by your: Heredity: Biological characteristics inherited from your ancestors. Eye color, body type, intelligence, natural abilities, and health conditions. Environment: What you were/are surrounded by. Relationships with your family and friends, where you grew up, your school/work place, your religion/ethnicity/culture, economic situation, and sources of news/information. Life experiences: Interactions you have with your environment. Reading a new book to gain a new perspective or meeting someone new who encourages you to achieve better for yourself.
Biases A preference someone has for one thing over another, formed by your life situations. Some common examples: Confirmation bias: The tendency to look for things that fit your worldview and ignore things that go against it. Can cause people to see what they want to see rather than the whole picture. This can lead to poor decisions, harmful beliefs about others, and conflicts due to disagreements. How to combat: Look for information that challenges what you believe to be true, and fact check the sources. Ingroup Bias: The preference of someone similar to themselves and staying away or mistreating people who they view as different. This could result in an us vs. them mindset. How to combat: Challenge your thoughts about others you view as “different” and look for similarities or room for improvement of your understanding and empathy. Implicit/Unconscious bias: A bias you’re unaware of. This can be harmful because you don’t know you are acting with this in mind and your actions remain unchecked. How to combat: Practice self-awareness by noticing your thoughts and any biases you may have and then challenge yourself to oppose those biases. This may look like choosing to see from opposing view points, and/or being wary of your actions towards other and how it affect them.
Nucleus Learning Empathy The ability to connect emotionally with what someone else is experiencing, understanding what they are feeling, and feeling it alongside them, and having concern and compassion for that person. A skill that can be learned and can help overcome biases one may hold within their lifetime. Enabling others to understand individuals from different backgrounds and accept them, without bias. Emotional Intelligence The ability to recognize, understand, and manage your own and other people’s emotions. High Emotional Intelligence is linked to better job performance, maintaining long-term success and healthy relationships.
🚀 Keep Going – You’re Almost There! The school year is winding down, but your hard work is setting you up for success! What’s one goal you have before summer break? Let’s finish strong! 💪 #StayMotivated #TRIOTalentSearch
18 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
some motivation for you. the school year is winding down, but your hard work is setting you up for success! What's one goal you have before summer break? Drop it in the comments and let's finish strong together!
💳 Credit & Budgeting 101 for Students “Building good financial habits starts NOW! Here’s what every student should know about credit scores and smart spending.” (Break down key concepts like responsible credit use, budgeting apps, and avoiding debt.)
22 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
Building financial habits starts now! Responsible Credit use Use credit wisely to build your score and avoid debt! Budgeting apps Track your spending and save for future goals with helpful tools. Avoid debt Stay on top of your payments and avoid overspending. Start building a strong financial future today!
💭 Mindset & Values Matter Your mindset shapes your actions! Stay positive, embrace challenges, and believe in your growth. 🌱 Align your actions with your core values—integrity, hard work, and respect. When you stay true to yourself, success follows! #MindsetMatters #CoreValues
23 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
MINDSET & VALUES. default setting to thinking and reacting to things. NUCLEUS
Carol S. Dwek, Ph. D Researcher. Fixed Mindset: The belief that a person is born with certain skills and abilities, strengths and weaknesses, and can’t do much to change these things about themselves. Growth Mindset: The belief that it doesn’t matter what skills and abilities one was born with, they can always adapt as long as they put in the effort to learn and grow. Most people do not have a 100% fixed or a 100% growth mindset, but rather have a mix of both.
Benefits of the growth mindset. Embracing Challenges, Learn from feedback, criticism, and failure, Work hard, even in the face of obstacles, Successful in career, relationships, and other life goals., and the Belief that one can always grow and develop new skills
values: What are they? The foundational principles in which you use to guide you through your life. These could be things like: Creativity, community, honesty, achievement, etc. How do they help? Values help you understand yourself and your goals on a deeper level, allowing you to align your thoughts and actions with your desires instead of simply reacting to situations. How do I use Self-Awareness to help me stay in line with my values? You must use your ability to recognize your emotions, feelings, and behaviors in order to self-regulate. Here are some ways you can self-regulate: Writing in a journal to reflect in your day-to-day thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Asking trusted adults/professionals for honest feedback about yourself. Creating a clear mission statement to create a vision for the type of life you wish to lead.
📚 Test Day Coming Up? Whether you’re prepping for the ACT/SAT or other exams, here are our top FREE resources to help you score high! 🔥 📌 Khan Academy, ACT Academy, College Board Official Practice, Method Learning #TestPrep #TRIOTalentSearch
25 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
our favorite ACT Preparation Resources method learning: methodlearning.com. ACT REview by Enhanced prep: talentsearch.kcc.edu. ACT Academy : act.org. Kaplan : Kaplantest.com
Join us from April 22nd to 24th at the KCC Riverfront Campus for the Cavaliers’ Closet event! 🎉 This community event offers FREE clothing for all. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to refresh your wardrobe! Sizes vary. 🗓 Date: April 22nd-24th #CommunityEvent #FreeClothing
29 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
Kankakee Community College Clothing closet. Come grab some FREE clothes for Spring and Summer! Adult, Children, Shoes, Scrubs, Accessories. No registration needed. Who: Open to Public Where: KCC Room L120 When: April 22nd-April 24th Time: 9 A.M. to 6 P.M. TRIO Staff are available to assist students/parents upon request. TRIO Talent Search is funded by the U.S. Department of Education.
College Decision Day Countdown 🎉 April is Decision Month! Seniors, where are you committing? Drop your college choices in the comments! 🎓✨ #CollegeBound #TRIOTalentSearch
about 1 month ago, TRIO Talent Search
April is decision month! Seniors! It's time to make your choice! Where are you commiting for college this fall? Drop your choices in the comments below! We want to celebrate your big decision with you, so let us know where you're going!
📣 The KCC Spring Job Fair is coming! 🌟 📅 Thurs, April 17 | 🕙 10AM–2PM 📍 KCC College Center Meet employers, hand out résumés, and take a step toward your future! 💼 FREE & open to all! Details: www.kcc.edu/jobfair #TRIOTalentSearch #JobFair
about 1 month ago, TRIO Talent Search
KCC Spring Job Fair Thursday, April 17, 2025 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • KCC College Center. Employers: • Participation is FREE • Space for 60+ businesses • Employer registration: kcc.edu/jobfair Job Seekers: • FREE and open to the public • Bring multiple copies of resume • Dress for success: on-site meet & greet with potential employers. See current list of participating employers at www.kcc.edu/jobfair Kankakee Community College Charlton Career Center. For more info, phone 815-802-8222 or email cavalos@kcc.edu Sponsored by KCC’s Charlton Family Foundation Career Services Center.
KHS Students! Don't forget to attend our TRIO Thursday homework lab in which you will receive a presentation from Cesar Avalos, KCC's Career Coordinator, on Interview skills and presentability! Today from 4-5 p.m. in the KHS freshman hub!
about 1 month ago, TRIO Talent Search
Interview skills and presentability workshop. Don't forget to attend our Thursday Homework lab today! Topic: Interview skills & presentability - learn tips to help you shine in your next interview! April 10, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. KHS Freshman hub. For further information: 815-802-8570 Talentsearch@kcc.edu
💡 Self-Management Tip 💡 Staying on top of your goals starts with managing your time, energy, and emotions. 💪 Prioritize tasks, set small goals, and take breaks when needed. Stay organized, stay focused, and make progress every day! You’ve got this! #SelfManagement#StayFocused
about 1 month ago, TRIO Talent Search
Self Management Stress Management: reframe your mindset - Practice the growth mindset when dealing with stress so the stress you’re experiencing can be used as fuel towards your destination/goals! analyze the situation - By analyzing the situation, you can see what is within your control and what is not. By accepting what is not within your control, you can redirect your time and energy back into what you have the power to change. Practice physical actions - When your body experiences stress, it can increase the amount of energy you have. Use this energy in positive ways such as exercising, deep breathing, and your favorite hobbies! Stress Management helps you to stay effective each day in order to reach your goals. Nucleus
Stress Management Goal Setting: Goals - et short and long-term objectives to accomplish something that matters to you. Short-term - I want to pass this exam next week. Long-term - I want to get my college degree. Studies have shown - Goal setting is linked to high self-esteem, motivation, self-confidence, and professional success. Goals rewire your brain - By deciding on a goal or outcome, you are more likely to overcome obstacles, improve your consistency, change your self-identity, and help you believe you can accomplish whatever you set your mind to. Goal setting can WORK by identifying a long-term goal and breaking it down into smaller short-term goals. Nucleus
Self Management Habits What are habits? What your perform routinely, often without thinking about them. Examples: Keeping yourself organized, the way you work or study, prioritizing sleep, etc. How do habits help meet your goals? Create small, realistic, healthy habits to help meet your long-term goal. Goal: Obtain a College Degree Habits: Studying in advance for tests, getting enough sleep, time management, asking for help, etc. Atomic habits book by James Clear “Success is the product of daily habits, not once in a lifetime transformations” “If you can get 1% better each day for one year, you’ll end up thirty-seven times better by the time you’re done” - James Clear Nucleus
Nucleus Learn more by accessing your Nucleus account! Log-in with your student email or contact TRIO Talent Search at talentsearch.kcc.edu for additional support!
📬 Our April Newsletter is here! 🌸 Dive into exciting upcoming events and tips for success. Don’t miss out—check it out now and stay in the loop! 💫 #TRIOTalentSearch #StayConnected #StudentSuccess
about 1 month ago, TRIO Talent Search
Kankakee Community College. TRIO Talent Search. April 2025 Newsletter. Upcoming Events: Interview & Presentability Workshop (KHS) Thursday, April 10th |4 PM -5 PM SACHS 8th Grade Preview Night Thursday, April 10th | 5 PM - 7:30 PM KCC Cavelier’s Closet (KCC) April 22nd - 24th | 9 AM - 5 PM PNC Financial Literacy Workshop (KCC) Monday, April 28th | 9 AM - 2:30 PM Transportation ProvidedIn-Person Tutoring Opportunities: Weekly Homework Labs KJHS - Every Tuesday in the Guidance office from 2:45 PM - 4 PM KHS - Every Thursday in the Freshman Hub from 2:45 PM - 5 PM SACHS - Every 1st and 3rd Friday of each month in the Cafeteria from 11 AM - 3 PM FREE Online Tutoring Opportunities: Method Learning Nucleus Learning PearDeck Tutoring Log in with your student email . Stay Up To Date! Download in the App!Search TRIO KCC. Available on the app store or get it on google play. Follow us on social media: fACEBOOK: TRIO Talent Search/KCC Instagram: kcctalentsearch20. X:(twitter):@trio_search
ACT Preparation: We can help! visit our website: talentsearch.kcc.edu Click Menu then Click Tutoring and SAT/ACT preparation . Under “FREE to all SAT/ACT Preparation” Enhanced Prep Video seminar with notes and 2 hour video! ACT preparation resources SAT Preparation Resources. ACT TEST TAKING TIPS: Practice with real ACT tests and time restraints Don’t spend too much time on 1 question Fill in ALL answers-wrong answers don’t count against you! Use the process of elimination if you’re unsure Bring the right supplies: Admission ticket, Photo ID, No. 2 Pencils, Chromebook, and an approved calculator Eat a healthy breakfast the morning of the test Get enough sleep the week of the test Other resources! Kaplan ACT Prep videos found on Youtube ACT Practice test found on ACT.ORG Kaplan Practice found on Kaptest.com All can be accessed at talentsearch.kcc.edu. Goo dluck, you've got this! Additional Information: TRIO Talent Search has extra ACT preparation booklets from our ACT prep workshop last month, so send us an email at talentsearch@kcc.edu to get one for free! TRIO Talent Search is funded by the U.S. Department of Education
Kankakee Community College TRIO Talent Search BOLETÍN Informativo de abril 2025. Oportunidades de tutoría en persona: Laboratorios Académicos Semanales KJHS - Todos los martes en la oficina de Orientación de 2:45 PM - 4 PM KHS - Cada jueves en el centro azul (salon 102C) de 2:45 PM - 5 PM SACHS - Todos los 1er y 3er viernes de cada mes en la Cafetería de 11 AM - 3 PM . Oportunidades de tutoría virtual - Gratis! Method Learning Nucleus Learning PearDeck Tutoring Inicia sesión con tu correo electrónico estudiantil . Próximos Eventos. Taller de entrevistas y presentabilidad (KHS) jueves, 10 de abril |4 PM -5 PM Noche de Vista Previa, grado 8, en SACHS jueves, 10 de abril | 5 PM - 7:30 PM Cavelier’s Armario de Ropa en KCC 22 al 24 de abril | 🕣 9 AM - 5 PM Taller de educación financiera PNC en KCC lunes, 28 de abril | 9 AM - 2:30 PM Transporte proporcionado. ¡Manténgase actualizado! download in the app store or get in on google play/ ¡Descarga nuestra aplicación! Busca TRIO en KCC ¡Síguenos en las redes sociales! Facebook: TRIO Talent Search/KCC. instagram: kcctalentsearch20. X(TWITTER) : @trio_search.
Preparación para el examen ACT. Nosotros podemos ayudar. Visita nuestro sitio web: talentsearch.kcc.edu. Haga clic en Menú → Haga clic en Tutoría y preparación para SAT/ACT. Bajo “Preparación gratuita para el SAT/ACT". ¡Seminario de preparación en video mejorado con notas y video de 2 horas! Recursos de preparación para ACT Recursos de preparación para el SAT. Bien hecho! Consejos para realizar el examen ACT: Práctica con exámenes ACT reales y limitaciones de tiempo. No dediques demasiado tiempo a una sola pregunta Complete TODAS las respuestas: ¡las respuestas incorrectas no cuentan en su contra! Utilice el proceso de eliminación si no está seguro Traiga los materiales adecuados: boleto de entrada, identificación con foto, lápices n.° 2, Chromebook y una calculadora aprobada. Coma un desayuno saludable la mañana del examen. Duerma lo suficiente la semana del examen. Otros recursos! Videos de preparación ACT en Youtube por Kaplan Prueba de práctica del ACT que se encuentra en ACT.ORG Practica Kaplan se encuentra en Kaptest.com Se puede acceder a todo en talentsearch.kcc.edu. información adicional: TRIO Talent Search tiene folletos de preparación para el ACT adicionales de nuestro taller de preparación para el ACT del mes pasado, así que envíenos un correo electrónico a talentsearch@kcc.edu para obtener uno gratis.TRIO Talent Search está financiado por el Departamento de Educación de EE. UU.
Financial Literacy Month 💰 Financial Literacy Month Tip! Did you know that understanding your financial aid options can save you THOUSANDS? Make sure to check your financial aid award letter carefully! Have questions? We’re here to help! #MoneyMatters #TRIOTalentSearch
about 1 month ago, TRIO Talent Search
Did you know? you can save thousands of dollars! Be sure to check your financial aid award letter carefully to make the best choices for your future! Financial Aid Offers, merit-based grants, need-based grants. scholarships. Questions? 815-802-8570. talentsearch@kcc.edu
🌟 Self-Awareness & Success 🌟 Recognizing your thoughts & emotions helps you manage stress, boost confidence, and make better decisions! 💡 Take a moment to observe, reflect, and shift negative thoughts into positive ones. Small steps lead to big growth!
about 1 month ago, TRIO Talent Search
Self-Awareness The ability to see yourself clearly and to know who you are and how others may see you. Why it matters Research shows those with high self-awareness tend to have more confidence & creativity. They also tend to have better decision making skills, healthier relationships, improved communication, greater career success, and strong leadership skills. What should I strive for it? Recognize your emotions, thoughts, behaviors, mindset, and values and have a healthy relationship with them! When emotions arise, identify them. Work to understand how they affect your body physically Recognize how you usually process your emotions/feelings (exercising, breathing habits, hobbies, talking them out with trusted loved ones/professionals, etc.) Why do we have emotions? Biologically, emotions have helped people react and adapt to the world around them for centuries. When something happens in our internal or external environment our brain sends out chemical signals to make us react in certain ways. These may be seen in various forms, and most commonly the ways listed below. Increased heart beat Faster breathing Nervous sweating Pleasure Pain Nucleus.
3 Components to Self-Awareness: Emotions: Chemical reactions within the body to internal and/or external environment. Feelings: Reactions to emotions: How you react to experiencing sadness. Thoughts: Bits of information that move through your brain, interpreted by your conscious mind. Self-Awareness: To be self-aware, you have to pay attention to your thoughts by observing your thoughts and feelings. Nucleus.
What this could look like: You have a big exam coming up: You have studied very hard but you cannot escape the worry that you will fail the test. You observe your thoughts : You realize you’ve been thinking things such as: “I am going to get a bad grade on this test.”, “I am not smart enough.”, or “No matter how hard I try I will never be good enough.” You Realize: “I am having really negative thoughts about this test which will not help me do better on this exam or in any aspect of my life” You work to let them go : You transition your focus from negative and hurtful thoughts to positive thoughts like: “Practice makes better”, “I am capable of achieving great things”, “I am smart”, etc. and focus on studying more than worrying about any failure you might experience.
Nucleus: Watch your THOUGHTS, they become your words, watch your words they become your actions, watch your actions they become your habits, watch youR habits they become your character, watch your character it becomes your destiny. - Lau Tzo
🏳️‍🌈 April is LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Month! 🏳️‍⚧️ Let's promote wellness for all by creating a safe, supportive space for LGBTQ+ individuals to thrive—physically, mentally & emotionally. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/WHXJJ 🌈💙 #LGBTQHealth #InclusiveWellness
about 2 months ago, TRIO Talent Search
LGBTQ+ Health Awareness Month: Prioritizing Wellness for All! LGBTQ+ hEALTH aWARENESS MONTH
Cigna. lET’S PROMOTE RESPECT, INCLUSION, AND UNDERSTANDING FOR EVERYONE, NO MATTER THEIR IDENTITY. Why is it important? LGBTQ+ individuals can face barriers to healthcare, including: Greater risk of mental health issues such as suicidal thoughts, mood/eating disorders, etc. Greater risk of certain conditions, diseases, and infections Lower accessibility to receive health care These factors are in part due to: Lack of specific education and training for health care providers Lack of clinical research on LGBTQ+ health-related issues Restrictive benefits Increase of Anxiety/Depression. How can you show support? Encourage Open Conversations – Talking about health helps break stigma. Promote Mental Well-Being – Support mental health resources and self-care. Advocate for Inclusive Healthcare – Everyone deserves respectful, affirming care. Stay Informed – Learn about LGBTQ+ health needs and available resources. Good health is for everyone—no exceptions! 💙 Let’s work toward a future where all individuals feel safe, heard, and cared for in every doctor’s office and health space.