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*LAS CONSULTAS EDUCATIVAS SE HACEN REALIDAD GRACIAS A LA COLABORACION DE HoPe Y EL CONSULADO DE MEXICO EN ATLANTA.

STANDARDIZED TESTING.

• The College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization created to expand access to higher education, that connects students to college success and opportunity. For Coronavirus updates and response information, click here. 

  • ​The SAT is an entrance exam used by most colleges and universities to make admissions decisions. The purpose of the SAT is to measure a high school student's readiness for college.

• ​Khan Academy is an online platform offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empowers learners to study at their own pace in and outside of the classroom.

  • ​The creators of the SAT have given Khan Academy exclusive access and advice to build a personalized practice program for anyone, anywhere.

• ​The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions in the United States. It is currently administered by ACT, a nonprofit organization of the same name. For Coronavirus updates and response information, click here. 

• Additional resource for students: 4 Things to Know Before Applying to a Test-Optional College (article)

COLLEGE PLANNING.

We know that planning, applying to and paying for college can be a complicated experience for students; but, we are here for YOU, and are ready to assist on your journey to higher education.

• GAfutures.org is Georgia's primary resource to help students plan, apply, and find affordable ways to pay for their post-secondary education. For Coronavirus updates and response information, click here. 

  • HOPE and Ziller Miller Scholarships.​

• The University System of Georgia (USG) is a governing and management authority composed of 26 higher education institutions in the State of Georgia. For Coronavirus updates and response information, click here. 

• College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) is a free service of the State of North Carolina that promotes access to North Carolina higher education and assists students with education planning, career planning, and applying and paying for college. 

  • NCPlanFORcollege is a high school, college and career planning platform fueled by the CFNC. 

• My Undocumented Life, is a platform at whose mission is to provide up-to-date information and resources to undocumented students, their families, and allies (including educators, counselors, and administrators). 

• College Guide for Undocumented Students/Guía Para Estudiantes Indocumentados.

PAYING FOR COLLEGE.

• FAFSA, is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, a form completed by current and prospective college students in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.The FAFSA® form allows students to request federal grants, work-study, and loans, all in one application.

  • Additional resources: 6 Things Students Need to Know During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency (article) and ​SwiftStudent, a financial aid appeal resource.

• Scholarship Resources:​

  • Fastweb is the leading online resource in finding scholarships to help you pay for school​.

  • Immigrants Rising works to "empower undocumented young people to achieve educational and career goals through personal, institutional and policy transformation."

  • The MALDEF Scholarship Resource Guide is a free, informative resource guide for students, parents, and educators with an extensive list of scholarships, including many that do not inquire about immigration status.

  • Example of a "scholarship tracker" spreadsheet. 

HoPe Databases 2020-2021.

These databases are provided to you by HoPe, Inc. through the relentless effort and collaboration of the HoPe Education Department. Our purpose is to provide information to students to help them achieve their educational goals.

Our HoPe is that many benefit from these resources. We encourage you to share it, but please always credit the Graduation Coaches of HoPe, Inc.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• For nationwide or state-specific information and updates on K-12 school systems and higher education institutions utilize the attached relevant department websites.

  • The U.S. Department of Education is the agency of the federal government that establishes policy for, administers, and coordinates most federal assistance to education. ​For information on directly related to the Coronavirus updates, click here.

  • The Georgia Department of Education (GADOE) oversees public education throughout the state, ensuring that laws and regulations pertaining to education are followed and that state and federal money appropriated for education is properly allocated to local school systems. For information on directly related to the Coronavirus updates, click here.

  • The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws, policies, and procedures governing pre-kindergarten through 12th grade public education. For information on directly related to the Coronavirus updates, click here.

• The following are local non-profit and community organizations providing services to the Hispanic and Latino communities, in and around the Metro-Atlanta area and the State of Georgia. 

  • The Latino Community Fund works to build a stronger community by being intentional about collaborations and building networks.​ For information on their COVID-19 relief efforts, click here. 

  • Los Vecinos de Buford Highway works to cultivate community, magnify the voices of residents, and grow future leaders in the Buford Highway neighborhoods. Visit their Facebook page for more information.  

  • The Latin American Association's mission is to empower Latinos to adapt, integrate and thrive. Their vision is ‘Opportunity for All.’

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