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MONTHLY EDUCATION WORKSHEET

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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 .

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 you 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. 

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• 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. 
     

• ​CaliforniaColleges.edu is the state's official website for information about higher education in California. This site has information for middle school, high school, and college students; as well, as parents and educators. 

  • California has a three-tiered system of state-financed universities and colleges:

    • University of California (UC), California State University (CSU), California Community College (CCC).

  • To learn more about Financial Aid in the State of California, please visit the website of the California Student Aid Commission.​
    
     

• While each state provides its students with information about and resources for higher education—we and other organizations recognize that our students and their support networks, at times, need additional resources.

  • The Team at Study.com works to do just that in their goal to make education accessible, flexible, affordable and personalized for everyone. They've created the following comprehensive guides for students getting ready to make the transition to college.

    • These four guides can be incredibly beneficial for students as they start to plan for college and their future careers:​

      • College Planning Guide for High Students ​

      • What Should I Major In? - A Guide for Students

      • Guide to Understanding College Life

      • How Parents Can Support their College-Bound Students

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. 

Resources for DACA/Undocumented Students

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

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• Best College is a platform that provides students with direct connections to schools and programs that suit their educational goals through our degree resources and program rankings. – College Guide for Undocumented Students/Guía Para Estudiantes Indocumentados.

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• Informed Immigrant and the FWD University Program launched a series of guides for Undocumented students. Through their advocacy, networks, and research, the personnel at FWD.us have access to so much information. This guide is a step towards making that knowledge accessible to the folks we fight for, particularly undocumented youth.

  • Guide for High School Students: Walks students through a variety of options available to them after high school including entering the workforce, enrolling in a trade school, and applying to college. (ENGLISH | SPANISH)

  • Guide to Accessing Higher Education: Provides tools and information to help students identify what type of college is a good fit for them, gain knowledge about how to apply, and learn options for paying for school. (ENGLISH | SPANISH)

  • Guide for Current College Students: Shares resources for how students can engage in on-campus advocacy and talks through some key points about campus safety for undocumented students. (ENGLISH | SPANISH)

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.

HoPe Inc. Copyright 2020-2021 All Rights Reserved.

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 directly related to COVID-19, 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 directly related to COVID-19, 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 directly related to the COVID-19, click here.

  • The California Department of Education oversees public education, funding, testing, and holds local educational agencies accountable for student achievement. For information directly related to COVID-19, 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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