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Bobby Sanchez receives Mark Tips for Applying for Beck Humanitarian Award ober to exhibit acts of kindness, generosity Student Financial Aid
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"Bobby" Sanchez was named the recipient of the 2011 Mark Beck Humanitarian Award at the local South Plains EMS conference last month. "It was a surprise to me, everyone kept it a secret," said Sanchez. He was nominated by regional local health care providers as well as AeroCare’s flight personnel. The Mark Beck Humanitarian Award honors an individual who
and/or heroism, and who is committed to EMS and his/her community. Bobby became interested in becoming a paramedic after his mother shared an ad for a class. Upon graduating from Lubbock High in 1987, he attended Texas Tech for the Paramedic Program. He has been working for AeroCare for 14 years, and flying helicopters for 16 years. He is married to Nohemia, and also has three step children and two granddaughters. "This award is so humbling, I feel blessed, I love my job, I love helping my community, and I love helping the surrounding communities as well." Congratulations Bobby from Latino Lubbock Magazine!
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BASIC COMPUTER CLASSES IN SPANISH in Generation Online and the t's probably the first test for many application online, and there are sev- classes are free. We are located at Life Run eral advantages 4902 34th St. Lubbock, TX. For information going off to colplease call Deana Rosser 806-687-9732. for doing so: lege, and they take it
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without setting foot inside a classroom. Unfortunately for some, they don't always get an A. The "test" is filling out The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. Getting an A means completing it without mistakes, omissions, and within all the deadlines. Here are some easy tips: Don't Pay Someone to Help You Fill it Out. The first thing students should know is that there is no charge to apply when filling out the FAFSA. There is no need to get help because the application is easy to fill out. Apply as Soon as You Can. A student can complete and send the application starting in January each year if he or she wants to enroll that fall. For example, if someone is applying for Federal student aid for the 2011-2012 school year, then the application can be sent starting in January 2011. Students should pay special attention to deadlines because they can vary. There are federal and state deadlines, and schools might have their own deadlines. There's one other important reason to apply early: Some financial aid is limited. There are private schools that estimate the amount of financial aid they will offer to their students based on the FAFSA. Students who apply later in the process might run the risk of money running out for some of these schools. Fill Out the Application Online About 95% of students fill out the
• Fewer mistakes: The application will tell you if you left out information. • It's more efficient: The application online records the answers and doesn't ask questions that are irrelevant to the applicant. As a result, some applicants end up answering only 54 of the 100 questions. • It's quicker: you can save time and money compared to filling out the application and sending it via traditional mail. • Access to help: students with questions can access the live chat session, e-mail experts or call a helpline. Read the Application Before Sending It While the online application will tell you if you forgot to fill something out, it won't tell you if you made a mistake such as writing down incorrect information. Some of the most common mistakes include writing the wrong date of birth or Social Security number. Applicants should carefully review the application before submitting it. All Students Should Apply for Student Aid Students should apply for student aid regardless of their financial situation because that might suddenly change. So it's better to apply and see whether there is any financial aid available for them.
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CLASES BASICAS DE COMPUTACION EN ESPANOL Generations online y son gratis. Estamos localicados en Life Run 4902 34th St. Para mas informacion llamen a Deana Rosser 806-687-9732. FREE PRACTICE EXAMS Study guides for tests Learn-a-Test, a database of practice examinations, is available at the Lubbock Public Library, 1306 Ninth St. Hundreds of practice examinations, including SAT, ACT and elementary, middle school and high school skills improvement tests, plus graduate entrance exams, are available. COMPUTER CLASSES Now available for seniors, adults, and children at the Maggie Trejo Super Center. Classes include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Beginning Computer Classes. For more information call (806) 767-2705. COMPUTER CLASSES AT PATTERSON BRANCH LIBRARY, 1836 Parkway Drive, for adults on Tuesday evenings and Thursday mornings. The Tuesday and Thursday classes will cover the same material—choose the time that fits your schedule. For more information call (806) 767-3300. CHILD CARE AVAILABLE FOR INCOME-ELIGIBLE FAMILIES Families who are income eligible may receive fee assistance to attend one of the Early Learning Center’s five centers for child care. Parents or caretakers must be employed or in school. The program is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (806) 765-9981 for more information.
FREE LITERACY PROGRAM offers assistance with reading, GED preparation, and English as a second language classes. Programs for individuals with a learning disability as well as one-on-one tutoring is also (Spanish version available on page available. The programs are free. For more 17. Este artículo está disponible en information please call (806) 775-3636.
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ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES Registration for free English as a second language (ESL) classes for adults are available on site at class locations, or by calling (806) 7753636, or in person at the Literacy Lubbock office in the Mahon Library. CLASES DE INGLÉS COMO SEGUNDA IDIOMA La Literacia de Lubbock (Literacy Lubbock) ofrecen clases gratis de inglés como segundo idioma (English as Second Language) para la comunidad. Todos los adultos están bienvenido en estas clases. Para más información, llame a (806) 775-3636. IMMIGRATION SERVICES If you need help with immigration issues call 806741-0409. SERVICIOS DE INMIGRACIÓN Si necesitan ayuda con asuntos de inmigración llame a este numero (806) 7410409. EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY want to attend college or enroll in a vocational program, but lack finances? Apply at LEARN for federal and state aid programs. Call (806) 763-4256 for an appointment or come by 2161 50th Street. Services are FREE!! Email job training and personal development opportunities by the 21st, as well as your announcements to: latinolubbock@suddenlink.net
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