to students based on their PSAT. Upperclassman should receive information on registering, financing and preparing for the SAT/ ACT/subject tests. Also address the importance of preparing for AP course exams. Financial Aid ParentStudent Night
Financial Aid is the most important aspect of college access and requires a lot of parent (guardian) involvement. Students and parents should learn the basics of how to secure funding for post secondary education. This workshop must stress the importance of the FAFSA and how it relates to obtaining other types of financial aid. Other financial aid sources such as loans, work study, grants and scholarships should be discussed as well. There are a number of important topics that relate to financial aid and the NCAN Advisor Module has provided over 70 pgs to cover these topics.
Writing Workshop
Personal Statements are vital to the college application process. This workshop should provide students with writing tips and possibly writing activities to familiarize students with the proper approach to their college admission essays. This activity will be an addition to the scientific writing workshop.
Career Planning & Environmental / STEM/ Other Post Secondary Degrees Awareness
The career planning workshop will expose students to the various careers in the environmental and STEM fields. Mentors, university faculty and other community professionals in these fields can present on their professions and other related careers. This workshop should also explain the educational paths that will prepare students for such careers.
College Life (A Day In the Life)
Students should have at least one experience with college tours, college presentations, and other on- campus informational opportunities.
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