learn about how you can implement these 10 tips into your life by reading about them with this link: http://www.educationplanner.org/students/paying-for-school/ways-to-pay/reduce-college-costs.shtml
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10 ways to Reduce College Tuition: 1. Consider Dual Enrollment in High School. 2. Start off at a Community College. 3. Compare your housing options. 4. Choose the Right Meal Plan. 5. Don’t Buy New Textbooks, Buy Used. 6. Earn Money while in School with work study options. 7. Explore all your aid options. 8. Be Responsible with your student loans. 9. Graduate on time. 10. Take other cost-cutting measures. educationplanner.org
Looking to save money and have fun? Try the 100 envelope challenge at your own pace and save $5,000 in no time! https://www.usatoday.com/money/blueprint/banking/what-is-the-envelope-challenge/#:~:text=The%20100%2Denvelope%20challenge%20is,you'll%20have%20saved%20%245%2C050.
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
USA Today. tHE 100 eNVELOPE cHALLENGE . gather your supplies. a pen, 100 envelopes. pick a place A box, drawer or safe might work perfectly for you. prepare the envelopes. Number them 1-100  & arrange them how tou like  (shuffled, ascending order or descending order). stuff the envelopes, Set a time daily, weekly or monthly that you will add cash to the envelopes & begin stuffing!  repeat until each is full. Once you have finished filling all envelopes you will have saved $5,000 . remember your intentions. ONce you have fiNished this savings game don’t forget to remember that you have the ability to keep saving, don’t revert to old habits that were not serving you! DO YOU HAVE THE DISCIPLINE IT TAKES TO COMPLETE THIS CHALLENGE? rEAD MORE WITH THE LINK PROVIDED!
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship deadline is November 16th so put your application in here: https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/how-to-apply/
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
up to $55,000/yr. Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship. Requirements: Senior standing – Plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2024. *Fall College Enrollment – Intend to enroll in an accredited four-year college beginning in fall 2024. *GPA – Earn a minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above. *Demonstrate Unmet Financial Need – We will consider applicants with family annual gross income up to $95,000. During the selection process, the Foundation will conduct a full financial review which will take into account all income and assets of the student and the student’s parents
Trick-or-Treating is an amazing time to get free candy! It is also a great time to take safety precautions to make sure your kids and others are safe, learn more here: https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/news/Red-Cross-Offers-Tips-For-Safe-Halloween-Fun.html
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
10 Ways to keep Trick-or-Treaters safe: Need to see & be seen Equip them with flashlights, reflective tape/costumes Wear light colored clothing. Use Flame resistant costumes. Makes sure adults know where children will be. Be cautious of neighbors animals, especially dogs. Walk, don’t run. Only visit homes that have a porch light on. Accept treats at the door – never go inside. Walk only on the sidewalks, not in the street and abide by road laws. A grown up should check the goodies before eating. Light the area well so young visitors can see. Sweep leaves from your sidewalks and steps. Clear your porch or front yard of obstacles someone could trip over.
Thinking about attending U of I at Springfield? Now is your time to check out their scholarships, so start here: https://www.uis.edu/financial-aid/types-aid/scholarships
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
University of Illinois Springfield.  Capital Scholars Honor Scholarship. Donor Funded Institutional  Scholarship. President’s Award Program . UIS Star Scholar Award  Learn more about these scholarships with the link provided! University of Illinois Springfield
Saving money for college can be overwhelming. Check out our info and fret no more! Access info. article here: https://www.finexcu.org/blog/smart-financial-planning-tips-every-high-school-student-should-follow
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
10 Financial Planning Tips For High School Students. Fine credit Union. Learn the basics of budgeting. Extend scholarship searches beyond high school. Set small term financial goals. A savings account is your friend . Learn how to budget with a small amount . Get comfortable with banking . Not all debt is bad debt . With great power comes the potential for debt . Start building your credit . Set aside a little for fun. Learn more with the link provided!
Have you attended a Talent Search Thursday yet? Sign-up here attend as early as tonight! Use this link to access the sign-up form: https://forms.gle/J5uQneVJE9DX2WrA6
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Talent Search Thursdays. who? SACHS& KHS students. when? 3:30-5 p.m. every Wednesday starting September 6th. Where? KCC Riverfront campus. What? Hard & soft skill workshops. How? students will be picked up from the school & brought to KCC & home. snacks let us know your favorite snack for us to pick up for your time in the hangouts.
This list is comprised of the Scholarships offered to first year students attending Saint Xavier University, Learn more here: https://www.sxu.edu/admission/scholarships.aspx#:~:text=Students%20who%20are%20awarded%20the,to%20%2422%2C000%20per%20academic%20year.
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Saint Xavier University Art & Design Portfolio Scholarship  Freshman Merit Scholarship Athletic Scholarships Music Scholarships Learn more about these scholarships with the link provided!
Join Talent Search for a sensory-friendly performance of The Hip-Hop Nutcracker at Broadway in Chicago on Saturday, December 16th, 2023. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/YCXfWxiq2M2De4MRA
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Kankakee Community College. "a truly one of a kind experience" - Elle magazine. Hip-Hop Nutcracker. Saturday,  December 16th . 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Cadillac Palace Theater in Chicago. Sign-up  today!  Deadline is December 11th.  Charter bus and Giordano’s provided. For questions:  Call 815-802-8570 Email: talentsearch@kcc.edu. Talent Search is funded by the u.s department of education
When thinking about what type of loans to pay for school, make sure you're considering all your options and the results of each. Learn about the difference of federal and private loans here: https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans/federal-vs-private
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Federal Student Loans. No payment required until after graduation Interest rates are often fixed & lower No Credit check needed Can be consolidate. Private Student loans. Payments start while       you are in school Interest rates vary &      can be higher Credit check required Cannot be consolidated. studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans/federal-vs-private
The site formally known as Cappex is now known as Appily. Here you can take advantage of many tools to help you find your collage match. Access here: https://www.appily.com/
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
tRY OUT aPPILY TO FIND YOUR PERFECT COLLEGE FIT. take virtual tours. search for scholarships. discover your dream career. cappex is now Appily! Access with the link below!
Have you attended a TRIO Tuesday yet? Sign-up for next week's lab and see what we are all about! Sign-up here: https://forms.gle/BG4cEMtxeLVNo5XaA
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TRIO Tuesdays. Time: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Kankakee Junior High School: Room 140. Who: Junior High Students. When? Every Tuesday. Sign-Up Today!
Hispanic heritage month is upon us and it is an amazing time to learn about the culture! Learn all about it here: https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/index.html
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Hispanic Heritage Month. Use the link provided below to learn all about Hispanic heritage
Is your GPA a 2.5 or higher? Get free tuition from Chicago State University with a merit scholarship! Learn more about this opportunity here: https://www.csu.edu/financialaid/AIMHigh.htm
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Chicago State University . AIM High Scholarship . 1. Criteria Required: IL Resident Attended IL High School  Enrolled as a 1st time student seeking a 4 year degree U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen FAFSA SAI does not exceed 6x the poverty level  not incarcerated not in default on any loans or have any outstanding refunds on any state grant or scholarships Renewal Awards will be contingent upon availability of funding . 2. Freshmen Eligible Applicants . Renewable up to four years or eight consecutive semesters Must meet/satisfy admissions criteria as listed Be enrolled full time (minimum of 12 credit hours) for the appropriate semester. csu.edu/financialaid/AIMHigh.htm . Learn more with the link provided
Working on your scholarships and not sure how to finish that essay? Check out this link as it provides an outline and talking points! Access here: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/scholarships-essay-tips
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Writing your Scholarship Application Essay. Plan Ahead. Talk about your accomplishments, State your need. Keep it simple. Make it easy on your readers. pierce.ctc.edu/scholarship-essay-tips. Read more about these steps in the link provided!  Pierce college Possibilities. realized
Look into the scholarships and internships you may eligible for on Fastweb here: https://www.fastweb.com/
about 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Scholarships and internships for free. Scholarships for all students huge database of scholarships for all majors and student interests. we have internships too! Scholarship matches for you. fastweb shows you scholarships based on your profile. we also notify you of new scholarship matches right away. start applying today! go to www.fastweb.com
College Bound students! Here are several articles to get you prepared to embark on your journey! https://blog.collegeboard.org/topic/checklist
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Showing posts for Checklists. 7 articles college planning, How to start planning for college in 12th grade. college planning, college planning checklist for student athletes.
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Explore KCC Day Register at: kcc.edu/exploreday. October 9th Mon. Noon - 2 p.m.
Just like the Uni. of Illinois, TRIO SSS is there to help students eligible to complete their graduate degree and hopefully move onto their masters! Learn more here:https://universitycollege.illinoisstate.edu/trio/
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Illinois state university Illinois state university  TRIO Student Support Services.1.  Personal and academic growth. We take a holistic approach that goes beyond grades. Success in TRIO means you’ll flourish academically and personally. 2. Unique opportunities. Our partnerships and programs help you make connections that help you seize the future you want. From financial literacy to cultural enrichment, everything is designed with your success in mind. 3. A space just for you. Our spot on campus is always open for you to hang out, study, relax, or whatever you need. It’s comfortable and stocked with snacks, because you can’t thrive on an empty stomach. 4. A community of supportive people. TRIO is made up of trained professionals who understand your hopes, fears, and challenges. We’re a bunch of advisors, coaches, counselors, peers, and friends who want nothing but the best for you. 5. A blueprint for the future. Your possibilities are endless. It’s exciting, but also a little overwhelming. We prepare you for life beyond Illinois State, like career planning and graduate school. 6. Tons of fun. We work hard and play hard, too. Whether we're studying or out in the community, we're always having a good time.
As the article says, "Sometimes you need to put yourself first in order to be the best version of yourself for others". Take a moment to learn more with the link provided here: https://www.impactca.org/blog/5-ways-to-celebrate-national-self-care-awareness-month
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
5 ways to celebrate National Self-Care Awareness Month. set goals for yourself. try meditating. check on a friend. do something good for others. practice saying "no" impactca.org. Learn more with the link below!