College & Career News
ZBTHS / NT@ZB
September 24, 2021
What is FAFSA?
Come to the Financial Aid / FAFSA Help Workshops more information and assistance.
COLLEGE FAIRS
Overwhelmed with the challenge of deciding on the right college?
ATTEND A COLLEGE FAIR!
In-Person at CLC (College of Lake County)
Thursday, October 14th / 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Meet with college reps from over 140 4-year colleges.
Attend a Financial Aid session.
CLICK HERE for more about the CLC College Fair.
National VIRTUAL College Fairs
Sunday Afternoons / Oct. 3, Oct. 24, Nov.14
Connect with hundreds of colleges from across the country. Watch presentations and ask questions... all without leaving home.
CLICK HERE for more information and LINKS to registration.
College Application Workshops in OCTOBER
All workshops will be held during PERIODS 4, 5, and 6 in the College & Career Center.
WORKSHOPS INCLUDE:
- getting started on applications
- start writing essays
- common app help
- alternative admissions
- setting up clearing house account
CLICK HERE for registration. Must be logged into a ZB account to access.
MORE FINANCIAL AID / FAFSA WORKSHOPS AVAILABLE
The College & Career Center is your source for help!
There are multiple day and evening workshops offered to assist families navigate the FAFSA and other Financial Aid questions.
CLICK HERE for schedule and more information.
TRiO
TRiO Educational Talent Search Scholars Program is a program funded by the US Department of Education and the College of Lake County that identifies and assists students who have the potential to succeed in higher education.
For more information visit TRiO in the Bookstore Alley on Mondays during lunch periods.
CLICK HERE for an informational flyer.
FAFSA is COMING
MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) opens on OCTOBER 1.
The FAFSA is good at 4 year and 2 year universities and colleges. As well as many trades and career schools.
TEST DATE: Thursday, November 10th
To register for the ASVAB - CLICK HERE
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a heavily researched and well-respected aptitude test developed by the Department of Defense. It measures strengths and potential for success in military training.
Taking the ASVAB does not obligate you to anything. It is just a test used by the military to determine whether you are qualified to join and what area or areas you would excel in.
Northwestern Medical Discovery Program at Lake Forest Hospital
The Discovery Program is a local effort to expose students to careers in healthcare.
Throughout the Discovery Program, high school are exposed to a broad range of activities designed to encourage their interest in healthcare careers. Topics vary by month and program activities may include tours, guest speakers, group discussion, and hands-on projects. In addition, the program fosters character and professional development, cultivates life skills, provides community service and leadership experience, and offers mentorship and networking opportunities.
CLICK HERE to apply online.
Applications due: October 1
Ms. Allison Zameck
Email: zamecka@zbths.org
Website: calendly.com/zamecka
Phone: 847-731-9348
Mr. Bukunmi Adeloye
Tech Campus Liaison
Email: adeloyeo@zbths.org
Website: calendly.com/adeloyeo
Phone: 847-731-9344
Ms. Melicia Eder
Email: meder1@CLCILLINOIS.EDU
Phone: 847-543-2589