Making decisions on your finances can be difficult but rewarding. Review these 5 steps and become your best decision maker on your team!:https://files.consumerfinance.gov/f/documents/cfpb_adult-fin-ed_five-steps-for-making-financial-decisions.pdf
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
The 5 Steps for making Financial Decisions: Give yourself time & don't let others pressure you into any decisions . Ask questions about cost & risks  until you understand EXACTLY what it is you are paying. Verify, AKA comparison shop to ensure you are getting the best deal. Estimate cost, short term & long term . Decide on if you will make purchase or not. cfpb consumer financial protection Bureau
Freshmen! It is never too early to get prepared to go to college! Take a look at this prep list and make sure you're on the right path! Access here: https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture-College-Planning-9th-10th-Graders.pdf
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
9th grade college planning.Create a 4-year academic plan Start thinking about life after High School Meet with your HS counselor Participate in Extracurricular activities Start saving for college Explore summer opportunities Get familiar with PSAT-related materials Take the PSAT Learn more with the link provided! TRIO Talent Search. College board
Thinking about going to Columbia College and don't know if you'll be supported enough? Check out their TRIO SSS program here: https://students.colum.edu/academic-services/conaway-achievement-project/
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Columbia College in Chicago. Laptop Loan Services. Computer lab. Holistic advising. student success planning. graduate school application support. financial assistance and planning. organizing and time management development. learning skills development. help with career development. mentoring and coaching, leadership skills development. TRiO
My Express Pantry orders open on October 5th for our community event happening at KCC on October 16th at 3:30 p.m.. More resources are offered on Kan-I-Help, where you can find all kinds of resources using location or resources desired! Learn more here: https://www.kanihelp.org/
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
My Pantry Express Un Programa de Northern Illinois Food Bank. El hambre puede afectar a caulquier persona de nuestra comunidad y sabemos que visitar una despensa de alimentos no siempre es una opcion. a traves de My Pantry express, puede pedir comodamante alimentos frescos en linea cerca de usted. es sencillo, discreto y 100% gratuito. asi es como funciona: visite www.mypantryexpress.org. paso 1 comprara ahora haga clic en "comprar ahora" paso 2 consulte nuestro 'calendario de dispondibilidad' paso 3 anade los articulos a su carrito paso 4 seleccione el lugar/la hora en su check out. Tiene preguntas? pongase en contacto con nosotros en support@mypantryexpress.org o 630-443-6914. las opiciones de entrega estan disponibles para los lugares marcados como "Entrega a domicillio" usted debe vivir a menos de 14 milas de uno de nuestros 4 centros de distribucion prinicpales de Northern Illinois Food Bank para calificar para esa entrega. No se aplican restricciones de ingresos o residencia. solo ofrecemos pedidos en linea. los comestibles no pueden vendarse ni utilizarse a cambio de dinero, otros bienes o servicios. " actualmente atendiendo condados selectos"
My pantry express. a program of nothern illinois food bank. hunger can affect anyone in our community - and we know that visiting a food pantry is not always an option. Through nothern Illinois food bank's My Pantry express, you can conveniently order fresh groceries online for a distribution near you. we're simple, discreet and 100% free. here's how it works: visit www.mypantryexpress.org step 1 click "shop now" step 2 check our availability  calendar. step 3 add items to your cart. step 4 select location/time & check out. questions? contact us at support@mypantryexpress.org. or 630-443-6914. delivery options are available for the sites marked "home delivery" you must live within 14 miles of one o four 4 main Northern Illinois Food Bank distribuion centers to qualify for delivery. no income or residency restrictions apply. online orders only. groceries may not be sold or used in exchange for money, other properties or services. "currently serving select countries"
Kan-I-Help information network. home, resources, community initiatives, get involved. about us. Find Human Service Resources in Kankakee and Iroquois Counties The Kankakee-Iroquois Help Information Network connects residents of Kankakee and Iroquois counties, in east central Illinois, with government agencies, human services, and non-profit organizations. Kan-I Help is an initiative of the Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley. Search resources search clear. Resource Categories Aging Services Arts & Recreational Activities Basic Needs Clothing Finances & Employment Food Housing & Shelter Transportation Civic Organizations Developmental Disability Services Domestic or Sexual Violence Services Early Childhood Services Day Care Educational Institutions Health Care Dental Services Eye Care Services Mental Health Services Physical Health Services Chiropractic Services Physical Therapy Services Substance Abuse Services Legal Assistance
Columbia College Scholarships are open to all incoming and transfer students! So learn all you can with this link provided: https://www.colum.edu/columbia-central/scholarships/
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Columbia College in Chicago. Academic Merit based scholarships:  no application needed, other than application to college.  Financial Need based scholarships:  Fill out FAFSA form & receive an extra $1,000. Talent based scholarships: submit a portfolio or audition. Other scholarships offered:  Use link provided to access internal & external scholarships. Columbia College Chicago
Take this time to get familiar with banking, Watch this quick video that goes over the introduction of banking and how you can benefit from its knowledge: https://www.khanacademy.org/economics-finance-domain/core-finance/money-and-banking/banking-and-money/v/banking-1
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Khan Academy Introduction to banking. Use the URL belwo to access the video to learn all about banking!
Sophomores! Do you know what you can do this year to ensure you get into the college you want? Learn what you can do with this prep list: https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture-College-Planning-9th-10th-Graders.pdf
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
10th Grade College Planning: Meet with your school counselor, again about class schedule, Take the PSAT/NMSQT, Ask if the PSAT/NMSQT is offered to 10th Graders, Look into attending a U.S. military academy, along with your family, do some research about financial aid & how to obtain it, Attend college & career fairs, Participate in school activities or volunteer efforts, Talk to counselor about life after high school, Tour college campuses, Learn more with the link provided. TRIO Talent Search. Collegeboard
Not only can Talent Search serve you from 7th grade on, it can help guide you to getting help in college, learn more about UIUC's TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program here: https://omsa.illinois.edu/trio/SSS
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
TRIO Student  Support Services. Services Provided: A combination of academic  tutoring  Individualized counseling Financial literacy programs Cultural & academic events & programs A connection to mentoring opportunities Assistenace with Career Development  Services, such as:  Course selection  Navigating financial aid awards Finding scholarships Applying to Graduate or professional schools. Notes: Being in TRIO Talent Search  Can help you get into TRIO  SSS programs as you advance into college!
Emotional Intelligence comes in many forms and one way to exercise your mind and body is through yoga! So join us on Sept. 25th and get a free yoga session and learn all about it's benefits! Sign-up Here: https://forms.gle/9sNG4zMuL54jbrfg6
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Olive Branch yoga event. Olive branch yoga Life is movement find your forward. Sept 25th @ 11 a.m. Requirements: Must attend 2 out of the 3 homework hangouts leading up to the 25th  Must be a TRIO student. Itinerary: Talent Search Staff will provide transportation to yoga event  1 Hour Informational yoga session Chicago Dough Company for lunch! Sign up today
Do you know if you have went over everything financial literacy related with your student? Go through this free course offered by Khan Academy & review for yourself as well! https://www.khanacademy.org/college-careers-more/financial-literacy/xa6995ea67a8e9fdd:budgeting-and-saving
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Khanacademy.org What is a budget? How do you start? What is the better deal? How do I lower my expenses? Why & how to save money. paying yourself first. what is interest & how does it work? And more to learn about with the use of the URL provided below! Khan Academy
Seniors! Take advantage of the information given on the Federal Student Aid website. This link will bring you to a college prep checklist: https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists/12th-grade
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
12th grade college prep list. complete fin aid application. apply to colleges. visit all the colleges you can. make informed decisions on how to pay for college. federal student aid an office of the U.S Department of education. learn all about these tips and more using the link provided
Do you know all the ways TRIO Talent Search is here to help you? Check out our website and become familiarized with the opportunities we offer! Use this URL:https://talentsearch.kcc.edu/
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Kankakee Community college TRIO Talent Search What we offer: Student/parent workshops on financial literacy & personal development, Assistance in completing High School, tutor assistance, university visits, Assistance in filling out & understanding the FAFSA form, Assistance in college applications and scholarships, Assistance in course selection, Learn more about the ways in which Talent Search can serve you by visiting our website at talentsearch.kcc.edu
Yoga offers many mental and physical benefits! Learn more about the benefits in this short article linked below!https://milehighpsychiatry.com/september-national-yoga-awareness-month/#:~:text=September%20is%20National%20Yoga%20Awareness,and%20its%20many%20health%20benefits.
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
1 try getting your friends together for a day of outdoor yoga at the park. 2. practice yoga by yourself with DVD's or YouTube videos. 3. joining local classes or communities. 4. hosting a party with yoga demonstrations, food, presents and more. "yoga has had the potential to reduce emotional health issues, such as anxiety and stress" mile high psychiatry. MHP
Thinking about applying to Illinois Tech? Learn all about the scholarships offered there, with this link: https://www.iit.edu/admissions-aid/tuition-and-aid/scholarships
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Illinois institute of technology first year student scholarship: helps pay for room & board. camras scholarship: helps pay for tuition. crown scholarship: helps pay for tuition. duchoissois leadership scholars: tuition, housing, & food, summer experience & mentoring. Learn more about the Illinois Institute of Technology & the scholarships offered with the link provided! Illinois institute of technology.
Seniors! Take advantage of the information given in the Federal Student Aid website, such as this link which brings you to a checklist: https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists/12th-grade
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
12th grade college prep list. complete finaid application. apply to colleges. visit all the colleges you can. make informed decisions on how to pay for college. Federal student aid an office of the U.S department of education. learn all about these tips and more using the link provided!
TRIO Talent Search is offering a space for students to work on their homework as well as offering workshops weekly, where we will be providing instruction on hard and soft skill development. Snacks and transportation will be provided to and from the event each Thursday.
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
talent search Thursdays. who? SACHS & khs students. when? 3-5 p.m. every thursday beginning sept 7th. 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.
College scorecard is an online tool for students to compare the costs and value of higher education institutions in the U.S, click here to access resource tool: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
What's your ideal college?  Public or Private? Rural or Urban Area, Ivy League? Schools with Apprenticeships? Collegescorecard.ed.gov find your ideal college with college scorecard presented by the U.S Department of Education, access with the link below!
As we begin this 2023-24 academic year lets do it right! Learn more about ways you can connect with your child in this article:https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/school/Pages/back-to-school-tips-to-help-kids-have-a-healthy-year.aspx
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American Academy of Pediatrics. Dedicated to the health of all children. 5 back-to-school Mental Health Tips at home. Prioritize the basics: sleep, exercise & nutrition. stay up to date on check ups& immunizations. tune into your child's mental health. talk about racism, bullying & kindness. plan for a mindful media use. for more on these tips, use the link provided below!
Learn all about Ohio state university's TRIO SSS Program and check out if its the right fit for you using this link: https://ati.osu.edu/newsletter/wednesday-wire/august-12-2020/trio-student-support-services-grant
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
Ohio State University. TRIO Student Support Services. For after we've helped you achieve your goals of graduating high school an getting accepted into your dream college! TRIO Talent Search
Here is a game plan to create financial stability! Check out this URL to learn more: https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/how-to-create-financial-stability/
over 1 year ago, TRIO Talent Search
7 steps to create financial stability: 1. set financial goals, 2: create budget. 3: pay yourself first. 4: grow your emergency fund. 5: invest early & often. 6: eliminate debt. & : track your credit score. experian tm