💡 Good financial habits = financial freedom! ✅ Track your income & expenses ✅ Save before you spend ✅ Stick to a budget 🚫 Impulse buying 🚫 Spending money you don’t have 🚫 Ignoring your finances Small changes today = big wins tomorrow! 💰 #SmartMoneyMoves #FinancialHabits
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What is a habit? A behavior that you repeat regularly and automatically, usually without putting much thought into that behavior.. How can I create a good money management system? You could use: Apps such as EveryDollar, Nerdwallet, or Wally. The spreadsheet method, in which you track your income, expected expenses, and then your actual expenses each month. The envelope Method, in which you physically divide your cash into separate envelopes, each labeled for a specific spending category. Check out consumer.gov for more resources (such as budget templates) and information! how to establish habits: Establishing a routing: Schedule time every week to check over your spending habits. Track every credit card expense, automatic withdrawal, and account deposit Use the envelope method to limit what you can spend in each category so you don’t overspend, if you mainly use money instead of credit cards/debit cards/checks.
Cut back on bad habits. Impulse buying These purchases are often unnecessary and are often influenced by advertising schemes. How to avoid: Stick to a list and use the cart delay method (While online shopping put it in your cart but do not buy. Wait 3 days and ask yourself again if you want it) Spending money you don’t have Reduce credit card transactions and avoid taking out loans Talk with your bank about restricting transactions when you have insufficient funds. Operating in the dark Be aware of your spending habits and where your money. Attend our Financial Literacy Event on April 28th, 2025! Where: KCC’s Riverfront Campus When: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Lunch & Transportation Provided. Scan this QR Code to sign up today!
Plan your day with purpose! Set clear goals, tackle tasks in order of importance, and stay focused. Remember, managing your time = managing your success. 🌟 Prioritize what matters most and watch your productivity soar! 🚀 #TimeManagement #Prioritize #SuccessMindset
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2025 how to prioritize. steps of prioritizing: Identify time commitment for task, Complete tasks based on urgency of completion, Create a plan that includes all steps to complete each task, Learn & Utilize tools to help you through the stressful times, Identify where you will be able to work at without distractions.
Step 1: Understand all that needs to be done to complete the task and in what order. EX table: Pre-class prep: Element or task needed for success: completing previous homework, reading appropriate material for lecture, taking notes on areas that need clarification. task it depends on: understanding homework assigned from previous class, making certain appropriate reading material is identified, reading appropriate material for lecture. During class - element or task needed for success: understanding lecture, taking notes on lecture, asking questions for clarification, taking part in class discussion, receive assignments for next class. task it depends on: reading appropriate material, understanding lecture, reading appropriate material, understanding lecture. post-class - element or task needed for success: understanding homework assigned, making certain appropriate reading material i sidentified, ask questions for clarification, reviewing and rewriting notes. task it depends on: receive assignments for the next class. Step 2: Identify the urgency based on importance and time restraints . Table: Important & urgent: paper due tomorrow, apply for internship by deadline. Not urgent but important: exam next week, flu shot. urgent but not important: amazon sale & laundry. not urgent and not important: check social and tv show.
Step 3: Create a plan to complete the tasks. Set deadlines allow for flexibility. Step 4: Understand how you overcome stress and anxiety so that you don’t get stuck in the stress loop. Step 5: Identify areas where you can work to avoid distractions and feel the most motivated.
🥗 March is National Nutrition Month! 🥑 Fuel your body with balanced meals, stay hydrated, and make mindful food choices! Small, healthy habits today lead to a stronger, happier you. 💪🍎 #NationalNutritionMonth #HealthyLiving #EatWell
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National Nutrition Month. Fill your body with balanced meals, add in vegetables, fruits, and proteins! Stay hydrated drink at least 8 cups of water a day! Make mindful food choices avoid processed, high in sugar, or high in salt foods! Celebrate this month by staying mindful and celebrating your health!
💰 A solid financial plan has 3 key components: 📊 Budget – Track income & expenses to stay in control. 💾 Savings & Investments – Build wealth & secure your future. 🛡️ Insurance – Protect yourself from the unexpected. Plan wisely, grow confidently!#FinancialLiteracy
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A solid Financial Plan has these 3 components: 1: Budget - Track your income (Money coming in) & Expenses (Money going out) to stay in control. 2: savings and investments - Important to protect you from unexpected expenses and plan for major life events, like post-secondary education, buying a house or your dream car, marriage, children, or retirement. 3: Insurance - Important for risk management. There are many types of insurance; some are required, like automobile insurance, and some are optional, like renters insurance. Please visit your TRIO Talent Search Method Learning account to learn more!
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February 24th - March 2nd is National Eating Disorder Awareness Month. There are several resources available to you and your loved ones for free! You are enough as you are and you are not alone.https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/edaw/#resources
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Types of eating disorders: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating disorder, Other specified Feeding and Eating Disorder, ARFID, PICA, Rumination Disorder. American Psychiatric Association. Medical Leadership for mind, brain and body. earn more with the article attached to the URL below! Mental Health Hotline Illinois: 866-903-3787
Eastern Illinois offers several scholarships that you may be eligible for! These are just a few! Learn more here: https://shorturl.at/MYCTG
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Eastern Illinois University Scholarships Available! EIU's scholarship, grant and aid programs for first-year students can help you leave Eastern ready to take on the future, not worried about debt. Just a few: First year merit: Academically talented students will receive up to $16,000 ($4,000 annually). Renewable up to 4 total years! Panther Promise: Students who file a FAFSA and have a household income between $55,000 and $100,000 can be awarded up to $2,500 a year for up to four years. EIU Promise: It is a last-dollar scholarship, meaning it covers any tuition or fees remaining after other scholarships and awards have been applied. Learn more today! more information eiu.edu/scholarships.
Did you know our website provides multiple different resources for you to prepare yourself for your own future? Check it out here: https://talentsearch.kcc.edu/
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TRIO Talent Search can help you connect with any college, whether that be a technical college, four-year, or even a community college! Below are just a few scholarships/grants we can help you learn more about, as well as completing the proper processes to apply to obtain said opportunities! WIOA link: https://www.kcc.edu/workforceservices/
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WIOA. Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. WorkforceGPS is an interactive technical assistance platform designed to communicate with and build the public workforce innovation system to develop and implement innovative workforce and economic development approaches in the 21st-century economy. Employment and Training Grants Resource Library Workforce System Strategies Communities, Events, Training, and more. Offered at KCC for several programs! Use the link provided to learn more!
Contact us or check out our website for more opportunities! TRIO Talent Search. College Board Scholarships Use College Board Scholarships to find matches from over 24,000 programs, totaling over $1.5 billion scholarship dollars yearly! fastweb Fastweb scholarships Fastweb is a free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid news and resources! unigo Unigo Unigo is a free online service to help students find colleges, scholarships, internships, student loans, majors, and careers! appily Appily Appily, formerly Cappex, is an online platform that helps students and parents research and compare colleges, find scholarships, and make college decisions!2024-2025 Scholarship Applications Local scholarships USDA 1890 National Scholars Program Deadline March 1st, 2025. KCC Foundation Scholarship - Deadline May 1st, 2025. Diverse Male Teacher Initiative - Rolling Application. Generalized scholarships Scholarship America Congressional Black Caucus Foundation American Indian College Fund Scholarship Advancing Indigenous People in STEM Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Resource List Scholarships for Accountants Tea Rose Educational Foundation Scholarships for the Hearing Impaired Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity Scholarship Program (ECACE) Other scholarships Other Scholarships The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans - Opens April, 2025. The Cooke College Scholarship Program - Deadline has passed
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is committed to providing quality education for high-achieving students from all backgrounds! Learn more here: https://shorturl.at/RBKlR
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Illinois Promise Scholarship Program. Illinois Promise began in Fall 2005 to ensure the affordability of higher education for students from the lowest income levels. Tuition and fees funding assistance. Books and supplies funding assistance. food and housing funding assistance. Learn more: Contact 217-333-0100. more information. ofsa.illinois.edu
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TRIO Talent Search. Who are we? Talent Search is a College and Career Readiness program that serves 7th-12th graders from Kankakee Junior High, Kankakee High School, and St. Anne Community High School. We accept all students in our program but focus our efforts on First-Generation students and those who meet our income eligibility requirements. Sign-Up Now! Scan this QR code to sign up or go to our website at talentsearch.kcc.edu. Contact us today! Email: talentsearch@kcc.edu Phone: 815-802-8570 Our Team Melany Daux, Assistant Director Phone: 815-802-8565 Email: mdaux@kcc.edu Melany graduated from Olney Central College and Eastern Illinois University with Associate’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology and Health Studies along with a Master’s in Clinical Counseling. As a low-income student forced to navigate college on her own, she understands the stress and pressures that come with starting and finishing college. She hopes to encourage student success, provide support, and promote personal growth to all TRIO students. Irma Tinajero, Coordinator Phone: 815-802-8569 Email: itinajero@kcc.edu Irma graduated from St. Xavier University in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and a minor in Spanish. Coming from a family that struggled with a language barrier, a first-generation student and a low-income graduate, Irma is aware of those challenges and is passionate to become a bridge for our students. She strives to empower young future leaders, help them achieve their fullest potential, and reach their academic and life goals. Elizabeth Minard, High School Outreach Specialist Phone: 815-802-8562 Email: eminard@kcc.edu Elizabeth graduated from Kankakee Community College and is currently working towards her bachelor’s at Oregon State University. As a first-generation, low-income, TRIO SSS student, Elizabeth strives to ensure that students, like her, receive adequate support to fulfill their dreams, much like the support she received. Olivia Melgoza, Administrative Assistant Phone: 815-802-8567 Email: omelgoza@kcc.edu Olivia graduated from KCC as a first-generation student with an associate’s degree in Office Professional and certification in Microsoft Office Suite. She hopes to encourage students to continue their education and assure them that they are capable of achieving all that they set their mind to—no dream is too big!
Services Offered Academic Tutoring Opportunities Who: 9-12th KHS Students What: Weekly 1:1 academic tutoring with snacks and Activity Bus home Where: 102C (Purple Hub) When: Every Tuesday Multiple online tutoring accounts offered FREE to all students! Social-Emotional Learning During our homework labs, we provide instruction and activities to strengthen students' ability to self-regulate, maintain healthy relationships, make safe decisions, and much more! Cultural and Career Exploration / Summer STEM Camp Each month, our students get to explore various cultural and career experiences. In summer of 2024, students explored careers in Physics and Engineering by creating a business plan and building roller coasters. Students got to see their learning in action by a day trip to Six Flags. Test Preparation With the assistance of test preparation materials and instruction provided, we encourage our students to practice their ACT skills during our homework labs and LAA Days. College Preparation During our homework labs, seniors are encouraged to complete college applications and scholarships with staff. During the summer, we also offer a college road trip series. This past July, our students visited 6 different Illinois Universities! Financial Literacy Workshops During the last academic year, we partnered with People’s Bank of Kankakee and Iroquois Federal for 3 workshops learning about: Banking Safety Basic banking habits Budgeting Buying a house Credit and Loans FAFSA Completion Workshops Partnering with KCC’s Financial Aid Department, we invite our seniors & their parents/guardians to join our Homework Labs on 10/21/24 and 01/13/25 to complete their FAFSA applications with trained professionals. Download our app by searching: TRIO Kankakee Available on the App Store and Google Play.
¿Quienes somos? Talent Search es un programa de preparación universitaria y profesional que atiende a estudiantes de 7º a 12º grado en las escuelas Kankakee Junior High, Kankakee High School y Escuela Secundaria Comunitaria St. Anne. Aceptamos a todos los estudiantes en nuestro programa pero centramos nuestros esfuerzos en estudiantes de primera generación y aquellos que cumplen con nuestros requisitos de elegibilidad. ¡Regístrate ahora! Escanee este código QR para registrarse o visite nuestro sitio web en talentsearch.kcc.edu. Contáctenos hoy!Correo electrónico: talentsearch@kcc.eduTeléfono: 815-802-8570 Nuestro Equipo Melany Daux, Subdirectora Teléfono: 815-802-8565 Correo electrónico: mdaux@kcc.edu Melany se graduó de Olney Central College y Universidad de Eastern Illinois con títulos asociados y licenciaturas en Psicología y Estudios de la Salud junto con una Maestría en Consejería Clínica. Como estudiante de bajos ingresos obligada a afrontar la universidad por su cuenta, comprende el estrés y las presiones que conlleva comenzar y terminar la universidad. Espera fomentar el éxito de los estudiantes, brindar apoyo y promover el crecimiento personal de todos los estudiantes de TRIO. Irma Tinajero, Coordinadora Teléfono: 815-802-8569 Correo electrónico: itinajero@kcc.edu Irma se graduó de la Universidad de St. Xavier en el 2005 con una Licenciatura en Comunicaciones y especialización en Español. Proveniente de una familia que luchó contra la barrera del idioma, estudiante de primera generación y de bajos ingresos, Irma es consciente de esos desafíos y le apasiona convertirse en un vínculo para nuestros estudiantes. Ella se esfuerza por empoderar a nuestros jóvenes y futuros líderes, ayudándolos a alcanzar su máximo potencial y alcanzar sus metas académicas y de vida. Elizabeth Minard, Especialista de Alcance en Escuelas Secundarias Teléfono: 815-802-8562 Correo electrónico: eminard@kcc.edu Elizabeth se graduó de Kankakee Community College y actualmente está trabajando para obtener su licenciatura en la Universidad Estatal de Oregon. Como estudiante de TRIO SSS de primera generación y de bajos ingresos, Elizabeth se esfuerza por garantizar que los estudiantes, como ella, reciban el apoyo adecuado para cumplir sus sueños, muy parecido al apoyo que ella recibió. Olivia Melgoza, Asistente Administrativa Teléfono: 815-802-8567 Correo electrónico: omelgoza@kcc.edu Olivia se graduó de KCC como estudiante de primera generación con un título asociado en Oficina Profesional y una certificación en Microsoft Office Suite. Ella desea alentar a los estudiantes a continuar su educación y asegurarles que son capaces de lograr todo lo que se propongan; ¡ningún sueño es demasiado grande!
Servicios Ofrecidos Oportunidades de Tutoría Académica Quién: estudiantes del 9 al 12 de KHS Qué: Tutoría académica semanal 1:1 con refrigerios y autobús de actividades a casa Dónde: 102C (centro morado) Cuándo: Todos los lunes a partir del 9 de septiembre ¡Se les ofrece varias cuentas de tutoría en línea GRATIS a todos los estudiantes! Aprendizaje Socioemocional Durante nuestro Tutoría Académica, brindamos instrucción y actividades para fortalecer la capacidad de los estudiantes para autorregularse, mantener relaciones saludables, tomar decisiones seguras y mucho más. Exploración Cultural y Profesional / Programa STEM de Verano Cada mes, nuestros estudiantes pueden explorar diversas experiencias culturales y profesionales. En el verano de 2024, los estudiantes exploraron carreras en Física e Ingeniería creando un plan de negocios y construyendo montañas rusas. Los estudiantes pudieron ver su aprendizaje en acción en una excursión de un día a Six Flags. Examen de Preparación Con la ayuda de los materiales de preparación de exámenes y la instrucción proporcionada, animamos a nuestros estudiantes a practicar sus habilidades ACT durante nuestras Tutorías Académicas y los días LAA. Preparación Universitaria Durante nuestras Tutorías Académicas, se anima a los estudiantes del último año a completar solicitudes universitarias y becas con el personal. Durante el verano, también ofrecemos una serie de viajes por carretera a las universidades. Este pasado mes de julio, nuestros estudiantes visitaron 6 universidades de Illinois! Talleres de Educación Financiera Durante el último año académico, nos asociamos con People’s Bank of Kankakee e Iroquois Federal para realizar 3 talleres en los que aprendimos sobre: Hábitos bancarios básicos Créditos y préstamos Presupuestos Comprar una casa Seguridad bancaria Talleres para completar el FAFSA En colaboración con el Departamento de Ayuda Financiera de KCC, invitamos a los estudiantes del grado 12 y a sus padres o guardián a unirse a nuestras Tutorías Académicas el 10/21/24 y el 01/13/25 para completar sus solicitudes FAFSA con profesionales capacitados. Descarga nuestra aplicación buscando: TRIO Kankakee Disponible en la App Store y Google Play.
Your heart is one of the most important organs in your body and you must do your best to take care of it! Check out this link to learn about ways to maintain heart health, from sleep and fitness to stress management and healthy relationships! Learn here: https://shorturl.at/3Vnbe
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American Heart Month 2025
Healthy living. Eat smart Get enough exercise Practice good sleep routines Manage your stress Stay socially connected Stay mentally healthy and grounded
Need help with the ACT? Enhanced Prep offers a FREE 2-hour strategy video packed with expert tips! Plus, access session notes to reinforce key strategies. Watch anytime on our website’s "Tutoring & SAT/ACT Prep" page! https://talentsearch.kcc.edu/page/tutoringandsatactpreparation
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🎓✨ Big news, Cougars! Chicago State University is offering amazing AIM HIGH Scholarship incentives! If you have a 2.5 GPA or higher, you could qualify! Don’t miss out on this chance to make your college dreams affordable. 💸📚 👉 Learn more and apply today: https://www.csu.edu/financialaid/AIMHigh.htm #CSU #ScholarshipAlert #AIMHigh #CollegeDreams #StudentSuccess
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Scholarship opportunities. Chicago State University. Scholarship, Required Gpa, Required Test Scores, Scholarship amount, renewal. AIM High merit scholarship 2.5+ cumulative Unweighted GPA. 18 or high ACT total score or SAT 960 or higher. Maximum $24,000(up to $6,000 annually) Maintain full time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours), maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and good judicial standing. AIM High SuccessU Scholarship. Admission to the CSU SuccessU program. Maximum $12,000 (up to $3000 annually) Maintain full time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours), maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and good judicial standing. AIM High Honors College Acceptance into the Honors College Cost of required course materials, issued as online book voucher Maintain good standing with the Honors College AIM High - Grow Your Own Receipt of Grow Your Own Scholarship Cost of required course materials, issued as online book voucher Continued receipt of Grow Your Own Scholarship.
Oportunidades de becas. Chicago State University. Beca Promedio de calificaciones requerido Puntuación de prueba requerida Monto de la beca Renovación. Beca de alto mérito AIM 2.50 + promedio acumulativo no ponderado 18 o más Puntaje total en el ACT o SAT 960 o más Máximo $24,000 (hasta $6,000 anuales) Mantener la matrícula a tiempo completo (mínimo 12 horas de crédito), mantener un Progreso Académico Satisfactorio (SAP) y una buena reputación judicial. Beca AIM High SuccessU Admisión al programa CSU SuccessU Máximo $12,000 (hasta $3000 anuales) Mantener la matrícula a tiempo completo (mínimo 12 horas de crédito), mantener un Progreso Académico Satisfactorio (SAP) y una buena reputación judicial. Colegio de Altos Honores AIM Aceptación en el Colegio de Honores Costo de los materiales del curso requeridos, emitidos como comprobante de libros en línea Mantener una buena reputación en el Honors College AIM High - Cultiva tu propio Recibo de la beca Grow Your Own Costo de los materiales del curso requeridos, emitidos como comprobante de libros en línea Continuación de la recepción de la beca Grow Your Own
The College Board website is useful for many aspects of college preparation. One of those is the scholarship search. This resource offers legit scholarships tailored to your interests and needs. Learn more here: https://www.collegeboard.org/
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97% of Loyola students utilize scholarships and aid to bring down their tuition costs. Check out ways to decrease your tuition with this link: https://www.luc.edu/finaid/scholarships/undergraduate/
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Loyola University Chicago Scholarships available. 1> Presidential Scholarship/. 2 Damen Scholarship. 3. Loyola Scholarship. 4. Dean scholarship. 5. Regent's scholarship. 6. Catholic Heritage Award. 7. Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program. 8. Fellowships. 9. Mulcahy Scholars program. 10. Dreamer scholarship. 11. Departmental Scholarship. 12. Athletic Scholarship. 13. Accounting and Business law scholarships. 14. Cristo Rey Scholars Program. 15. Deloitte Accounting Scholarship. 16. & more.
If you are in need of any resource try going to kanihelp.org and see if they have what you need. If you need any help please reach out and we can assist! https://www.kanihelp.org/
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Join us for our paying for college workshop at the Kankakee High School on Jan. 16th from 2:45 - 4 p.m. to learn more about the financial aid process, scholarships, grants, and more! Don't miss out on this and the chance to get some free snacks and drinks!
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KCC. Join us for our Paying for college workshop. January 16th in the Freshmen hub at KHS. 3-4 p.m. free snacks and transportation provided! Learn about: FAFSA Process, scholarships and grants, work study, subsidized and unsubsidized loans, and more! More information: 815-802-8570. talentsearch@kcc.edu. talentsearch.kcc.edu
January 21st is National World Religions Day, so here are 10 ideas of how you can celebrate. Learn more about these ideas with this link: https://wearehomesforstudents.com/blog/10-ways-to-celebrate-world-religion-day-2023
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10 ways to honor world religion day 2025. 1: Organize/Attend a multi-faith event. 2. learn about different religions, beliefs, and practices. 3. talk to others about your religion. 4. Watch documentaries, films, or TV shows that explores themes related to different religions. 5. educate others to promote tolerance for different religions. homes for students.
10 ways to honor World religion day 2025. 6. cook a traditional meal from yours or another's religion. 7. visit a place of worship different from your own. 8. volunteer your time at local organizations or religious groups. 9. use art forms to express different beliefs and showcase your work. 10.meditate or pray to honor your own religion. homes for students.
KCC offers a low cost of $174/credit hour (in-district) compared to area colleges and offers many more benefits! Check out your estimated tuition with this link here: https://www.kcc.edu/tuition-and-aid/net-price-calculator/
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KCC Net Price Calculator. Estimate your net price for KCC with their Net Price Calculator (Defined as estimated cost of attendance - including tuition and required fees, books and supplies, room and board (meals), and other related expenses - minus estimated grant and scholarship aid)