Wednesday, October 6, 2021

FINANCIAL PLANNING RESOURCES

 

 
 
October marks Financial Planning Month and we’re here to arm students and families with free resources, activities, videos and more to help navigate the often overwhelming world of college finances.  
 
 
 
FINANCIAL PLANNING RESOURCES
 
 
Available at no-cost on TGR EDU: Explore the four resources below can help students, parents and educators alike gain clarity on financial aid options for college.
 
 
 
Family Discussion Starter
Navigating Financial Aid

Designed to help prospective college students and families learn how to pay for college through scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs.

Click here to get started. 
 
 
 
Digital Experience
Financial Pur$uit

Through this interactive module, students will learn the differences between loans, grants, and scholarships and how to secure aid to cover college costs.

Click here to get started.
 
 
 
 
Training Video
Are You Financially Fit for College?

In this video, students will meet peers who are applying for financial aid and learn about the tools they can use to navigate the complex web of financial resources available, including FAFSA, the CSS profile, and more.

Click here to watch on-demand.
 
 
 
Educator Lesson
Scholarship Case Study

In this lesson, students take on the role of a scholarship selection committee to learn and apply best practices for completing scholarship applications and securing financial aid to fund the cost of higher education.

Click here to download the lesson.
 
 
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Thursday, October 7
6:30 p.m. EDT / 3:30 p.m. PDT
  
High school students and families are invited to join us for an informational session with admissions staff and a special guest appearance by a current college student! Learn more about the respective college campuses along with tips on approaching college applications.
 
Click here to register. 
 
 
 
  
Tuesday, October 12
 6:30 p.m. EDT / 3:30 p.m. PDT
  
High school students and families are invited to join us for an informative session led by Williams College that will answer questions about the cost of attendance, application deadlines, loans, institutional scholarships and requesting aid to help fund your education.

Click here to register. 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
Virtual STEM After-School Classes  – Cybersecurity and Graphic Design
Fall 2 Session: October 25 – December 9
 
Registration is now open for our Fall 2 session, with classes being offered in Cybersecurity and Graphic Design. Open to 6th - 12th grade students, the FREE classes allow for career exploration in a fun and engaging virtual environment. Space is limited and the deadline to register is Friday, October 15.  
 
Click here to register.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Visit our websiteYouTube ChannelTGR EDU: Explore digital platform and Pinterest Page for more lessons, videos and activities to help you enhance your teaching practices and continue to prepare your students for success.

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