- William T. McFatter Technical High
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BrACE NEWS 10/04/2024.
Below is news that Brigitte Lynn, or BrACE Advisor, would like shared.
** Please call (754)321-5805 with any questions you may have regarding BRACE News. **
CURRENT ATTACHMENTS:
2024 National Recognition Award Recipients
2024-2025 Florida University Key Dates and Deadlines
2024-2025 Virtual Scholarship Fair (10/15)
2025 Student Design Contest IDEA Expo
Going Merry – October Scholarships
High School Scholarship Kickstart List
Sample Meal Benefits Disclosure Form
RECURRING ATTACHMENTS:
10 Common Scholarship Essay Prompts
Letter of Recommendation request
McFatter Transcript Requests via Direct Institution
Six Great Scholarship Websites
What is a High School Transcript
NEW:
Congratulations to our National Merit Commended Students - The National Merit Scholarship Program has honored three of our students by sending Letters of Commendation to our school. Although Commended Students will not continue in the 2025 competition for National Merit Scholarships, some may be candidates for Special Scholarships offered by corporate sponsors. About 34,000 commended students are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Commended students placed among the top 50,000 students who entered the 2025 competition by taking the 2023 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). These students are:
Guido Fernandez
Anastasia Spraker
Sophia Valensin
Congratulations!! That is quite an accomplishment.
Free App Week – The University of Alabama (UA) will be holding their Free App Week Oct. 7 – 11, 2024. Seniors must apply using the UA Undergraduate application. Students who submit an application via Common App will be required to pay the $40 application fee. For details, please visit the Free App Week webpage: https://stories.ua.edu/undergraduate-admissions-free-app-week/index.html?utm_campaign=free_app_week&utm_content=faw01c_teaser_hs_counselor&utm_medium=email&utm_source=slate
Catalog Cover Student Art Contest – The Broward Education Foundation along with The Innovative Teacher Idea Expo is holding an art contest. Students may submit a two-dimensional art medium on 8.5”x11” white paper in vertical (portrait) layout. The theme is STEAM. Please review attached flyer for more details. Deadline: October 18th.
FAFSA Beta Event – Thank you to the families who participated in the FAFSA Beta event that was held on Oct. 1st. This event was very successful, helping approximately 500 families complete or navigate the FAFSA application process. Bridge2Life will be holding another event in November. If you were not able to participate last week, be on the lookout for your next opportunity. I will keep you posted.
ASVAB Career Exploration Exam – The ASVAB exam is used for the military to help match new recruits with potential jobs that fit their natural talents. If you are in the 10th, 11th or 12th grade and are interested in joining the military or just want to learn more about potential careers, feel free to sign up to take the ASVAB on Dec. 5th 9:15 – 12:21. Taking the test does not mean that you intend or will join the military. https://tinyurl.com/2ykw5ux7
I have had a lot of students and parents reach out about how to complete a self- reported academic record and/or how to request transcripts. Please read this email as I have tips for both. It is very important that all students request their transcripts through Xello (instructions attached). Additionally important is that they mark that they are applying “Directly to the institution” regardless of how they actually apply. If the student lists that they applied through Common App, I will not see their transcript request or be able to send electronic transcripts.
Not New, but still important:
Seniors – Remember that I have set a goal date of Sept. 15th for you to have all of your 4-year applications out. Well, this date has come and gone. Granted it was only my goal date. However, this year more than ever, timeliness is extremely important! My Colleague from West Broward created the attached Florida University Key Dates and Deadlines document. As you can see Oct. 15th is the next big date. Do not wait until the last minute to meet this deadline. I would suggest printing this document out and hanging it somewhere that you will look at it regularly.
Calling all Seniors who received National Recognition from College Board – In a previous email I mentioned the College Board recognition program and McFatter winners. I stated that seniors should upload their recognition email and certificate to Bright Futures (BF). I would like for these students to hold off for now. With the transition to FOCUS there is a glitch that is keeping the majority of our student’s records from getting to Bright Futures. We are currently working on this issue. Until this issue gets resolved, I would hold off from sending documents to BF. I believe that it would be best to make sure that BF has the student record prior to sending these documents.
(From previous email) College Board National Recognition Programs – College board’s National Recognition programs help to celebrate the top-performing underrepresented students in the country. Students may qualify by taking the PSAT in their sophomore or junior year. Students earn this academic honor because of their GPA of B+ or higher and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT®, PSAT™ 10, and/or AP® Exams. Attached is the list of 2024 awardees. All seniors who receive the National Hispanic Recognition Award will need to upload their notification email/letter and their certificate to Bright Futures. This will remove the need for these students to meet specific test scores for the Bright Futures program. (Please reach out to me with any questions on this.) Students in the class of 2025 who qualified last year will also need to upload this information. Congratulations to these students! We are so proud of all of you!
Upcoming Coalition Events:
The Coalition for College is an organization that offers college access and affordability to students. There are around 170 colleges and universities in the consortium. The Coalition has a series of free events for students and their supporters. The events are all at 8:00 pm ET. For details and to register for these events, go to:
Oct. 8th – The CSS Profile
Oct. 24th – Ask Us Anything: College Applications
Dec. 3rd – Completing the FAFSA
Upcoming College Fairs:
Oct. 13th – NACAC Greater Fort Lauderdale College Fair – 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Where: Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center
Hall A, 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316Details and registration: https://www.nacacattend.org/24GreaterFortLauderdale
Florida SUS Directors Tour – Every year the directors of admission at our 12 Florida public universities travel the state discussing the additions and changes at their school and in their admissions process. I attended this year’s SUS tour on Sept. 11th. Attached is a very extensive and comprehensive synopsis of the information that was shared. Please read over it and reach out with any questions or concerns. The new SUS matrix (with all stats and deadlines) can be found online here:
https://issuu.com/fiupublications/docs/adm_sus_matrix_updates_2024_6429008373_issuu_08272
High School Counselor Week Publications – 9.12.2024 – Following as a sample of information from the most recent High School Counselor Week. I especially like the comment regarding personal essay. If you would like to read further you can access this information at: https://www.hscounselorweek.com/sep-12-2024/#Counselors
- Colleges are using AI in admissions. How can they do it right?
WBUR (MA) – September 4, 2024
Some colleges receive tens of thousands of applications every year. Admissions officers are turning to Artificial Intelligence to help with the screening. What that could mean for who gets into college and how. Higher education professionals and admissions officers join us to discuss. - Common App to expand direct admissions effort
K-12 Dive – September 10, 2024
The Common Application will expand its direct admissions program for the 2024-25 application cycle, offering proactive acceptance letters from 116 colleges to first-generation students and those from low- and middle-income backgrounds. Direct admissions offers prospective students’ acceptance without first requiring them to apply. - Murder Hornets and Writing a College Application Essay
U.S. News & World Report – September 9, 2024
It’s good before writing the essay to take a big step back and consider what the purpose of the college application is. Because here is what you’re actually doing with the application: You are trying to convince a total stranger that you’d be good to have in the classroom, good to have as a roommate, good to have on a dorm floor, good to have on campus, and that you would succeed.
2024-2025 Virtual Scholarship Fair – Oct. 15th @ 7:00 pm
This event is designed to connect deserving students with the financial support they need to make their college dreams a reality. Participants will hear from scholarships representatives and uncover valuable resources.
- Register at: https://streamyard./com/watch/USUG6ywyP62X
Searching For Scholarships – There are so many scholarships available to students. It just takes a little bit of effort to find them and then work to apply. There are many free scholarship databases available. Also, students can google topics to see if there are any scholarships associated. For example, I am aware that a few of our students have lost one of their parents. I did a very simple google search and found multiple websites/scholarship opportunities: https://www.unigo.com/pay-for-college/scholarship/scholarships-for-students-who-have-lost-a-parent
This is just one example of what students can find.
A few things to be aware of are:
- You should not have to pay money for the possibility of free money. This means no paying for a data base and no paying an application fee.
- Students should do a little research to make sure that the organizations are legitimate and not selling their information.
- Stop before sharing personal information such as social security numbers, banking information, etc.
FAU is holding an Engineer the Future Day. It is open to high school students grade 9 – 12. It is a one-day event offering a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge technology, engage with faculty and students, and envision future careers. Areas of interest include artificial intelligence, robotics, ocean engineering, sustainable engineering, and computer science.
When: Weds. Oct. 9th 8:00 am – 2:30 pm
Where: FAU Boca Campus
Tips about completing self-reported academic records (SSAR, SPARK, etc.). Many schools have stopped asking for official transcripts for admissions purposes and are requiring students to self-report their academic history. Nine of our 12 Florida public universities (along with many private and out-of-state schools) require the SSAR (https://srarsupport.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4408738060315-Which-Colleges-Universities-Accept-The-SSAR-SRAR ). UCF requires the SPARK (https://www.ucf.edu/admissions/undergraduate/spark/ ). It is important that student make themselves aware of each schools’ expectations. Some schools have video instruction links on the website. There are also YouTube videos that students can watch (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qZ5epOaNYk ).
A few things that students usually find confusing include:
- We are on a semester (not quarter) system. That means that a student should list 1.0 full credit for each subject.
- Senior year social science includes a half credit of Economics and a half credit of American Government,
- Our technical courses should be listed as electives at the regular level of rigor.
- Students need to list all of the courses that they will be taking senior year. If classes are missing the school may not process your application or they may require an official transcript as back-up.
- High school courses that were taken while in middle school should be listed as having been taken in 9th grade.
- Students should list every attempt, which includes any courses taken for grade forgiveness.
Free/Reduced Lunch and Fee Waivers – I have had many students approach me about testing fee waivers. Fee waivers are available to students in the 11th and 12th grades. In order to receive these fee waivers, students must qualify for free or reduced lunch and have their name on the Meal Benefits Parent Disclosure Form list. Students must apply for the lunch program every academic year. (www.myschoolapps.com) They must also complete the Meal Benefits Disclosure form which gives the school permission to know that they qualify. This form is located on the student’s FOCUS account under the forms tab. There are many benefits tied to this form. (See attached document for list.) I suggest that all families check the box that states “Yes! I DO want school official to share my children’s Free and Reduced-Price Meal Eligibility with all programs. Checking this box, you allow your child access to all programs listed below.”
NHS Tutoring - The National Honor Society will be offering free peer tutoring for all subjects (core, elective, and technical programs) in addition to SAT, ACT and PSAT tutoring. Tutoring will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays during lunch in Room #301.
News from Common App - In September, Common App will launch a new year of Common App Direct Admissions (*https://www.commonapp.org/directadmissions) with over 120 participating colleges. This program offers college admission to eligible first-generation, low- and middle-income students based on the information they’ve entered into their Common App – before they even apply. Students can view, learn about, and act on these offers directly from their Common App dashboard.
Are you looking for a part time job? Central Broward Park has lifeguard job opportunities available. Check out their website for details: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/broward/jobs/4620661/lifeguard-student-central-broward-park-and-stadium
Pay attention to deadlines! If there is one point that I can’t stress enough it would be to pay attention to deadlines. You never want to miss an opportunity, whether it be a college or scholarship application or job opportunity, because you missed a deadline. Many schools have selected programs with very specific deadline dates. Below are a few examples.
- FSU 1st deadline Oct. 15th (Florida residents only, CARE program) Decision release Dec. 1st (2nd date Dec.1 release date Jan/ 1st, Final review March 1st release date March 8th)
- UF 1st deadline Nov. 1st (Honors deadline) Decision release Jan. 24th (2nd date Jan. 15th release date March 14th)
- USF – Priority deadline Nov. 1st Decision notification Dec. 10th. Rolling admission afterwards
- UCF Early Action Deadline Oct. 15th. Decision notification Nov. 15th. Modified rolling admission afterwards.
- FIU Golden Scholar Program for first generation students Nov. 15th.
College Visits – College visits are open to all 11th and 12th grade students. Students must register through Ticket Leap in advance. Seats are limited and offered on a first come first served basis. Registration for a visit indicates the student’s interest. It does not guarantee attendance. It is between the student and their teacher whether it is appropriate for the student to miss class time. See list of college visits and registration links below.
Transcript Request Reminder – All students should be making their transcript requests through Xello. Seniors – go to college planning. Add your school/s. Submit and request transcript. All students can access unofficial transcript through their Xello account. Students who need official transcript should email Ms. Lynn (through Xello or at: brigitte.lynn@browardschools.com. Students should also check what the school requires. (SSAR, SPARK, etc.)
Class of 2025 Post Secondary Conferences - Seniors, if you have not already had a meeting with me to help you plan for after high school, please do so as soon as possible. My appointment times are at 8:00 am or 2:00 pm on select days (very limited). You can schedule your appointment through my bookings link: https://bit.ly/4bvxIpx. Make sure that you click on the post-secondary conference link.
Class of 2025 & Common App - https://www.commonapp.org/
Common App is a shared college application program that allows students to complete one application and share it with multiple schools. There are currently 1076 schools across the country that work with Common App. All of our Florida public universities use common app. When completing the Common App keep these things in mind:
- Your school counselor is Mrs. Baez – Maritza.baez@browardschools.com
- Feel free to list me as your Advisor – Brigitte.lynn@browardschools.com
- Make sure that you check the “enable preview” box. This is needed for us to be able to view a pdf copy of your application.
- If you are using a college application waiver, notify Ms. Baez, and make sure that you follow each school’s application waiver process.
- Once you have submitted your application via Common App, you must then keep track of your student portal and all required documents at each of the schools to which you have applied.
Seniors - Hopefully, you have been thinking about your plans for after high school. If you are planning to attend a four-year university directly after high school here are some things that you need to do:
- Register and take the SAT and/or ACT (have scores sent to schools who need them)
- College applications (my goal date is September 15th)
- If you are using Common App to apply to colleges make sure that you list Mrs. Baez (Maritza.baez@browardschools.com) as your counselor and me (Brigitte.lynn@browardschools.com) as your advisor. Make sure to check the enable preview box so that we can read your application.
- Request transcripts through Xello (see attached instructions)/ Complete SSAR (Self-Reported Student Academic Record) (or SPARK for UCF)
- Request recommendations (if necessary)
- Check student portal at each college/university for application check list, status, etc.
- Pay attention to deadlines! Most colleges and universities have their own application deadline along with individual program deadlines. Make sure that you submit your application in plenty of time prior to their deadline.
I am here to help you with this process.
General Advice for all students - While most of the information that I share is most pertinent to seniors (and juniors), I do try to share information for all grade levels. Over the years, the most common question that families ask me is: "What should my child be doing now to prepare for college?" My answer is: Your child should be doing whatever they can to make themselves marketable. That means:
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- Challenge themselves by taking their courses at the highest level of rigor that they can handle.
- Get the best grades that they can get.
- Get involved, both in school and out-of-school.
- Become a leader if possible.
There is no magic formula for getting into college or into a specific college. Schools are looking at students holistically. They want diversity and students that "fit" what they are looking for. They are trying to build an interesting student body. You want to be true to who you are. Try to find a passion.
- It's not about checking all of the boxes or having a laundry list of activities. Schools would prefer students do one or two activities that they are devoted to over 20 or 30 activities as a bystander. Be transparent and genuine and portray yourself well through your application and essays.
Juniors and Seniors – Pay attention to our on-campus college visits. An admissions representative from these various schools will speak about their school, the admissions process, specific programs, along with general college advice. I am constantly adding visits. Students must register to attend. Space is limited. First come, first served. Registration does not guarantee attendance. It is between the student and their teacher whether it is appropriate for the student to miss class. It is the student’s responsibility to make up any missed class work. Students must have a signed pass/ticket to attend.
Free/Reduced Lunch Program - There are many benefits to qualifying for free or reduced lunch, other than the meals themselves. Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch are eligible to receive SAT and ACT fee waivers for both their junior and senior years (per test, per year). Additionally, seniors who have taken a test using a fee waiver are able to receive college application fee waivers. If a student were to take advantage of all of the fee waiver offers, they could save over $500. It is well worth the time to complete an application to see if you qualify.
College Entrance Exams - There is always a great deal of anxiety regarding college entrance exams. The Florida State University System (SUS) has always and is still requiring SAT and/or ACT test scores for admissions purposes. Many schools (out-of-state and private) have gone “test optional.” This means it is up to the student to decide if they want to share their test scores or not. If the scores positively impact and support the student’s application, they should send them. There is no penalty for not sharing test scores for these schools.
There is another college entrance exam called the Classic Learning Test or CLT. At the start of last school year, the Florida public universities and Bright Futures started accepting CLT scores in addition to SAT and ACT. As the BCPS district does not have a contract with CLT, these tests are not administered on any of our schools. Students who wish to take the CLT must register on their own at: www.cltexam.com
Traditionally students take the SAT and or ACT for the first time during the spring of their junior year and a second time during the fall of their senior year. Both of these tests are college entrance exams. Schools will accept these tests equally. It is recommended that students take both the SAT and ACT. This way they will be able to determine if they have a strength on one test over the other. Keep in mind that most schools look at the scores that are most favorable to the student. At the time of registration, students are able to send their scores to 4 schools for free. If students wait until after testing to send these scores, they will have to pay a minimum of $14.00 to have their scores sent. It is the student’s responsibility to have their scores sent to the various schools. Schools will only accept official score reports which are sent directly from these testing agencies. *Students must send their test scores to at least one of the Florida public universities in order for Bright Futures to receive the scores.
SAT & ACT Test schedules - Please see attached flyer for the 2024-2025 SAT and ACT test dates. Pay attention to the registration deadlines. Fee waivers are available to students who qualify and have their name on the Meal Benefits Disclosure list.
On Campus Events:
College visits are open to juniors and seniors. ~ All students must have a college visit pass to attend. ~ The student must sign up through Ticket Leap to get a college visit pass/ticket. ~ Space is limited ~ Students must have their teacher's signature/permission to attend. ~ It is between the teacher and the student whether it is appropriate for the student to miss class time to attend the college visit ~ College visits are constantly being added.
Oct. 7th – Carnegie Mellon University @ 9:30 am https://tinyurl.com/yckd7ss6
Oct. 7th – Columbia University @ 11:00 am https://tinyurl.com/2m7nppns
Oct. 8th – Tulane University @ 11:00 https://tinyurl.com/4v7x2s4r
Oct. 9th – Lynn University @ 1:15 pm www.https://tinyurl.com/yb2uprty
Oct. 11th – Bates College @ 11:00 https://tinyurl.com/5yk6eujk
Oct. 11th – University of Miami @ 1:15 https://tinyurl.com/4p29jpjb
Oct. 15th – Florida International University @ 11:00 https://tinyurl.com/584fm6kc
Oct. 15th – University of Massachusetts – Amherst @ 1:15 pm https://tinyurl.com/5ywerprn
Oct. 15th – University of Central Florida @ 3:00 https://tinyurl.com/ytkka5yw
Oct. 17th – Senior Assembly @ 10:20
Oct. 18th – Bright Futures Authorization (FFAA) Day – scheduled by appointment through tech programs.
Oct. 23rd – University of North Florida @ 11:00 https://tinyurl.com/3mnyfuym
Oct. 24th – Rensselaer Polytechnic University @ 1:15 pm https://tinyurl.com/3hryt5p3
Oct. 29th – Broward College Senior Application Day - by Appointment
11:00 am - https://tinyurl.com/4b8vmfdh
1:15 pm - https://tinyurl.com/3zhvsjxe
Oct. 29th – University of South Florida @ 3:00 - https://tinyurl.com/y5cx29vd
SAVE THE DATE (but sign up now, if interested): Dec. 5th – ASVAB Career Exploration Exam Open to 10th, 11th and 12th grades @ 9:15 - https://tinyurl.com/2ykw5ux7
Off Campus Events:
Oct. 9th - FAU Engineer the Future Day.
It is open to high school students grade 9 – 12. It is a one-day event offering a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge technology, engage with faculty and students, and envision future careers. Areas of interest include artificial intelligence, robotics, ocean engineering, sustainable engineering, and computer science.
When: Weds. Oct. 9th 8:00 am – 2:30 pm
Where: FAU Boca Campus
Oct. 13th – NACAC National College Fair of Greater Fort Lauderdale
When: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Where: Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Ft. Laud. 33316
For details and to register to attend: https://www.nacacattend.org/24GreaterFortLauderdale
Oct. 15th - 2024-2025 Virtual Scholarship Fair @ 7:00 pm
This event is designed to connect deserving students with the financial support they need to make their college dreams a reality. Participants will hear from scholarships representatives and uncover valuable resources. Register at: https://streamyard./com/watch/USUG6ywyP62X
Oct. 17th – The University of Notre Dame “ND on the Road” Information Session
When: 6:30 pm
Where: Saint Thomas Aquinas High School, 2801 SW 12th Street, Ft. Laud. Register at: https://enrollment.nd.edu/portal/ndontheroad?id=deeda4f1-0659-4e56-a418-b8d322c47590
Scholarships:
One of the best resources available to our students is Naviance. In addition to great college and career resources, there is a wonderful scholarship section. It is located on the student's college page listed under the Colleges tab.
Check out these social media scholarship links.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scholarshipmoneyforstudents/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scholarshipmoneyforstudents/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNeevUe8tLB8PdF0JwWK2ag
Twitter: https://twitter.com/scholarshipsusa
Scholarships!!!! - All students, especially seniors, should be very familiar with the scholarship page on Xello. It is listed under the college planning tab. Students should build a profile so that potential scholarships can be matched to them. Each scholarship has its own deadline. I would make a scholarship search part of your weekly routine.
RaiseMe - Students (all grade levels) and parents, are you aware of Raise.me? It is a way for students to earn micro-scholarships for things that they are already doing (i.e. - completing a FAFSA, taking AP courses, earning an A). Raise/me has partnerships with many schools across the country. I highly recommend that all students create and update a Raise.me account. https://www.raise.me/
Going Merry - Going Merry was new to me last year. https://www.goingmerry.com/ Going Merry is a scholarship database. It is also a scholarship application. Many of the scholarships listed on Going Merry allow students to use the one going merry application to apply to multiple scholarships.
Big Futures Scholarship for 2025, and 2026 – The College Board Big Future scholarship is available to students between the junior and senior years. Students who sign up for the program will complete various tasks, which include researching careers, practice for the SAT, explore scholarships, strengthen your college list, complete the FAFSA, and applying to colleges. After a student completes the task, their name is entered in a random lottery drawing. Every month 2 students will win a $40,000 scholarship, in addition to multiple $500 scholarships. If you are a senior and you have not already done so, I encourage you to sign up for this program! These are all steps that you will complete as part of your post-secondary planning.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. International High School Essay Contest - Deadline: Oct.31st – Award: $1,000 - $5,000… High School Senior. 2024 Essay Topic: “What impact do you believe that social media is having On Mental Health and Why is it Important to Address this issue? Application attached.
26th Annual Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards – Deadline: Nov. 3rd – Award up to $4,000
Latino high school seniors. Minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA. Categories include community service, education, engineering, entrepreneurship and business, media and entertainment, Healthcare and science, public service and social justice, sustainability, and technology. Application and details at; www.hhfyouthawards.com
Southern Scholarship Foundation, Inc. - Deadline: November 1st (for the Spring Semester) and April 1st (for the Fall Semester) - Award: Low-cost housing
Rent free housing for students admitted to FSU, UF, FAMU, or FGCU.~ Motivation demonstrated through awards and activities.~ Financial need.~ Minimum 3.0 GPA.~ Information and application available at: http://www.southernscholarship.org
Boston University Trustee Scholarship – Deadline: Dec. 1st – Award: Full undergraduate tuition and fees for 4 years.
High School senior. Ranked in the top of their class. Demonstrate exceptional leadership in school and community. Essay required. Application and details available at: https://www.bu.edu/admissions/tuition-aid/scholarships-financial-aid/first-year-merit/trustee/?j=528244&sfmc_sub=6066957&l=205_HTML&u=15382268&mid=514005790&jb=21004&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Trustee+Scholarship+Announcement+to+Counselors&utm_term=Trustee+Scholarship&utm_id=528244&sfmc_id=6066957
The Florida Retired Educators Foundation (FREF) – Deadline: Jan. 30th – Award: $1,000 per year x 4 years ($4,000) … High school senior. Interested in becoming a teacher. Minimum SAT score of 1000 or an ACT score of at least 22. Application is online at: https://www.frea.org/scholarships Additional information is available at: www.frea.org.
Interesting Websites:
March2Success - www.march2success.com
Website includes test prep for the ASVAB, SAT and ACT.~ They also offer help with high school math and verbal skills.~ There is a high school science hub to help with Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science.~~~ Additionally they offer a college readiness online course.~ There is a Spanish option for this website.~
MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) Scholarship List -http://www.maldef.orgThis list is an informative resource for students, parents, and educators. ~ MALDEF is not a direct provider of the scholarships on the list, with exception of the MALDEF Law School Scholarship Program. (This can be a good resource for students who have residency issues.)
- Colleges are using AI in admissions. How can they do it right?
