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Greetings from Game Plan: College!

Game Plan: College is a FREE one-stop-shop for information about how to plan, prepare, and be accepted to 4-year and 2-year colleges as well as professional certificate programs. Students participate in interactive workshops and individualized one-on-one advising services (including virtual), ACT Test Prep, and Enrichment Programs that are led by Emily K Center Staff. 

We assist any Durham high school student with ANYTHING college related! 
Creating a Four-Year Plan 
Academics and Course Selection
Choosing a Major/Career
College List 
College Applications 
College Essay
Test Preparation
 
NC Residency Determination Service (RDS) 
FAFSA / Financial Aid / CSS Profile 
Resume Writing
Summer Program Opportunities 
Scholarship Searches and Application
Click here to schedule a 1-1 virtual advising appointment!
In this email:

Wellness Wednesdays College Workshops
Only TWO Wellness Wednesday Workshops left! 
Register at tinyurl.com/collegewednesdays
Have you missed a workshop? You can find the recordings on our YouTube Channel.

UNC's Allied Health Divisions Programs
Several allied health information sessions with Q&A opportunities via Zoom, occurring on the first Monday evening of every month beginning December 7th, 2020. These events are open to any student interested in learning more about the allied health professions.
We will begin with a short presentation to introduce the various professions and wrap-up with a Q&A session for the students to ask whatever questions they may have about allied health, what they can do now to get on track for these programs, college in general, etc.

Complete Your NC RDS, FAFSA & College Applications!
Do you still need to complete your NC RDS? FAFSA? Other parts of your college application?
Make an individual appointment with us: 
https://calendly.com/gameplancollege/advising

FAFSA and FSA ID

The 2021-22 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available! Before you can fill out the FAFSA you need to create an FSA ID.  The FSA ID allows students and parents to identify themselves electronically to access Federal Student Aid websites. While you aren’t required to have an FSA ID to complete and submit a FAFSA form, it’s the fastest way to sign your application and have it processed. Learn more about the Federal Student Aid, FAFSA, and FSA ID. 

NC Residency Determination Service (RDS)

Are you submitting college applications to public North Carolina schools? If YES, then you need to complete the NC RDS to be eligible for NC in-state tuition, state grants, and certain financial aid. You will need your parent(s) or legal guardian information to answer the NC RDS questions. 

Scholarships

Do you have general questions about scholarships? Who doesn't want free money for college? These scholarship basics can help students maximize their opportunities.

It's never too early to start looking for scholarships! Check out this google doc with a list of different scholarships.

In addition, below are scholarship sites you can use to maximize your scholarship search.

Triangle Community Foundation Fall 2020 Scholarships

"We currently administer many scholarship and award funds established by individual donors and organizations. Each scholarship and award has a unique set of eligibility criteria, application processes, and deadlines, which you can search below. Please review all eligibility and application requirements and deadlines carefully." - Triangle Community Foundation.

Community Announcements

Durham Public Schools 2020 Magnet Schools and CTE Pathways Application Period
Overview: The Durham Public Schools’ Magnet and CTE Pathway application period will be open from January 11-February 5, 2021. Assistance with the online application system will be provided by appointment.  Contact the Office of Student Assignment and/or the Multilingual Resource Center to make an appointment. Office of Student Assignment phone:  919-560-2059 Multilingual Resource Center phone:  919-560-2510. 
Application and more information:  https://www.dpsnc.net/Page/475
Learn about all DPS Magnet and CTE Pathway Schools:  https://sites.google.com/dpsnc.net/2020-magnet-cte-pathways-fair/fair-entry?authuser=0
Paid Interviews & Raffle for Black Youth in Durham
Overview: We are looking for Black Youth ages 13-24 to answer questions about HIV prevention. If you are a Black youth ages 13-24 and live or work in Durham, you can participate in this survey/interview. *You might win a free iPad and/or get a $40 amazon gift card. 
Learn more and sign up: https://redcap.duke.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=DWAEJF89JN
Help Improve Access to myDurham: a Durham Parks & Recreation Program
Overview: Open to teens enrolled in the MyDurham afterschool program in Durham, NC. Must be between the ages 12-18, and able to speak, read and write in English. As part of the study, you might participate in a focus group, online surveys, workshops during MyDurham, and/or track your physical activity using an activity moniton. You will receive a stipend for your participation. 
Learn more: https://bit.ly/2BST9W9
United States Senate Youth Program and Scholarship (USSYP) 
Overview: The USSYP provides an educational opportunity for juniors and seniors interested in pursuing college coursework in history or political science to spend a week in Washington D.C. meeting Senators, cabinet members, Supreme Court justices, and officials from various federal agencies and the White House. Due to the circumstances posed by the current pandemic, the upcoming Washington Week experience will be held online the week of March 15, 2021.  Two students will be selected to represent North Carolina. These two winners will each attend the Washington Week online program and receive a $10,000 undergraduate college scholarship.
Learn more and apply by Dec 6: https://senateyouthnc.webs.com/

PD Opportunities for Educators

 Game Plan: College Workshops 
Educators, community members, or other youth-serving organizations may contact us to have a virtual workshop scheduled for your group. 
Schedule a Game Plan: College Virtual Workshop for your group
Our mailing address is:
The Emily Krzyzewski Center 
Attn: Game Plan: College
904 W. Chapel Hill St.
Durham, NC 27701

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