Did you know? TRIO programs have helped millions of students go to college and achieve their dreams! 🙌🏽 If you know a student in KJHS, KHS, or SACHS refer them to join our program by completing this form: https://form.jotform.com/250146210804040 #TRIOProud #TRIOTalentSearch
16 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
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You don’t have to do it alone! 🤝 Building a strong support system of family, friends, and mentors is essential as you prepare for college. TRIO is here to be part of that team! Let’s succeed together! 🎓 #TRIO #SupportSystem #CollegeBound
23 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
You are not Alone. Find your support system of family, friends, and mentors! TRIO Talent Search is here to be apart of YOUR team To help you succeed! Connect with us today to let us know how we can support you!
Investing can build wealth over time. 📈 Learn about stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Start small and grow your knowledge! #TRIO #FinancialLiteracy #InvestingBasics
24 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
7 tips on investing. Be clear: Be specific about goals, determine timeline, evaluate finances, rank goals, and adapt as you go. dETERMINE iNVESTMENT AMOUNT . Review income sources, establish an emergency fund, pay off high-interest debts, and create a budget. Determine Tolerance & Investment Style: With the rise and falls of the stock market determine how much you’re willing to risk and over what period of time. Choose investment account: Understand different account types, Consider tax implications, evaluate goals, and think about account fees, commissions, and minimums. Check for added features and pick your broker. Fund your stock account: Choose: Bank transfer, Check deposit, or transfer from another brokerage and start investing. Pick your stocks: Ensure you have diversified stocks, check out: Blue chips, Dividend stocks, Growth stocks, Defensive stocks, and ETFs. Learn, Monitor, and Review: Read widely and regularly: keep informed about global economy, industry trends, and companies you’re involved in. Use stock simulators: Enable you to practice trading stocks risk-free using virtual money. Learn about diversification: Have a wide range of companies you invest in to limit your risks and improve your potential returns. Check out Investodpedia.com for more information!
Time management is key to balancing school, life, and college prep! ⏰ Create a schedule that includes time for studying, self-care, and TRIO resources. Stay on track with your goals! 💪 #TRIO #TimeManagement #CollegePrep
30 days ago, TRIO Talent Search
Time management Doesn't have to be hard. Take time every Sunday to sit down and map out your week. nclude: School/Sports commitments Volunteer hours Rest/free time study hours family time etc. 5 a.m. (Get up and get ready for school) 6 a.m. (go to school) 7 a.m. - 3 p.m (School) 4 p.m. (free time/travel home) 5 (dinner) 6 (free time) 8 (self-care: getting ready for bed. 9 p.m. (go to sleep)
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
about 1 month 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
about 1 month 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
about 1 month 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
about 1 month 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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.)
about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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!
2 months 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
2 months 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!