All Things College & Career
From Mrs. Flynn-Gerardi

College *** Career *** Military

August 10, 2021
WELCOME BACK COBRAS!!!
Check back here often to find important information regarding college and career-related opportunities!
Mrs. Flynn-Gerardi

- GRADE LEVEL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
- COLLEGE INFORMATION
- VIRTUAL CAMPUS TOURS
- COLLEGE APPLICAITONS
- COLLEGE ESSAY WRITING
- SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID
- VOLUNTEERING
- TESTING (SAT/ACT/ASVAB)
- COLLIGIATE ATHLETICS
- MILITARY
- HOW TO REACH MRS. FLYNN-GERARDI

HAPPENING NOW!
SENIORS:
WELCOME BACK!!!
It's senior year!!!
If you are planning to apply for university most of their priority deadlines are November 1st! If you have not taken an ACT or SAT or need to improve your score, you need to do that ASAP! SEE BELOW FOR INFORMATION ON SIGNING UP-COME SEE ME IF YOU HAVE FREE/REDUCED LUNCH TO WAIVE THE TESTING FEES!!
It is college application season!! I will be holding a College Application Information Night, date and time to be determined.
If you need to see me make an appointment at the bottom of this newsletter.
JUNIORS:
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU BEGIN TAKING THE SAT/ACT TESTS IN THE LATE FALL/EARLY SPRING, SEE BELOW FOR INFORMATION ON SIGNING UP-COME SEE ME IF YOU HAVE FREE/REDUCED LUNCH TO WAIVE THE TESTING FEES!!
SOPHOMORES & FRESHMAN
It is never too early to start thinking about your future, come see me if you want to put together a plan!! Also to get started on those community service hours!!
Need to make an appointment with me? Drop to the bottom of the newsletter!

Take a look at all the cool things they offer at Florida Gulf Coast University!!

CLICK BELOW FOR VIDEO
Here are some links for more info on FGCU
- Eagle Expo Page: https://www.fgcu.edu/admissionsandaid/visitus/expo/
- Eagle Expo is our open house that we host every fall and spring. This year, we created numerous videos and other virtual resources. There is some great information on our programs, student life, and what makes FGCU truly unique.
- FGCU Freshman Application Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ja-vzyw92_k&feature=emb_title
- FGCU Scholarships: https://www.fgcu.edu/admissionsandaid/financialaid/undergraduate/typesofaid/scholarships.aspx

THINKING ABOUT APPLYING TO ST LEO?? HERE ARE SOME AWESOME RESOURCES!
o Get a first look at Saint Leo!
o This will allow students to easily add their names to our inquiry pool to receive our emails and outreach
o Even if students cannot visit campus physically, I would invite them to tour our beautiful campus from the comfort of their own homes!

CHECK OUT FULL SAIL'S Live Virtual Experiences
COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RESOURCES

STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF FLORIDA

VIRTUAL CAMPUS TOURS
NACAC NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIRS (VIRTUAL)
APPLYING TO UNIVERSITY

THE COMMON APPLICATION
CLICK HERE for more information

THE COALITION APPLICATION

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
COLLEGE ESSAY TIPS & TRICKS

How to Write a Great College Essay, Step-by-Step
This guide will walk you through each step of the essay writing process to help you understand exactly what you need to do to write the best possible personal statement. CLICK HERE

U.S. SERVICE ACADEMIES
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID
OFFICE OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID This is for seniors only! This application is for Florida specific scholarship/grants. This application is REQUIRED for students who want to be evaluated for the Florida Bright Futures program.To review what programs are included under the FFAA and to apply on or after OCTOBER 1 of a students SENIOR year, click here: Take me to the FFAA! This application does not require financial statements, you must have a correct social security number available when applying on this government secured site. | FREE APPLICATION FOR STUDENT AID FOR SENIORS ONLY! The FAFSA is a government program, funds are awarded based on household income. Families should complete the application on or after October 1 of a student's senior year and every year after while in college. It is important to apply early as funds are dispersed on a first come, first serve bases. To explore and begin the financial aid process please click HERE. Here is a great resource for frequently asked questions! Here is a list of most common mistakes when completing the application. All kinds of videos and additional resources can be found here: | BIG FUTURE ALL GRADES! Getting ready for college? Big Future is a free planning tool from College Board. It is designed to support students and families plan for college from the first thoughts to your first day on campus. Big Future can help with:
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OFFICE OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID
FREE APPLICATION FOR STUDENT AID
Here is a great resource for frequently asked questions!
Here is a list of most common mistakes when completing the application.
All kinds of videos and additional resources can be found here:
BIG FUTURE
- Understanding the college process.
- Researching what college is right for you.
- Discovering your interests and career options.
- Investigating ways NOW to pay for your Big Future. College Board scholarship opportunities.

BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP
For full eligibility and program information CLICK HERE

COMMUNITY SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITIES
The organizations below provide opportunities for virtual and/or in person ways to give back to the community and earn service hours.
AARP: Become a Virtual Community Volunteer, Make a Difference in the Areas that Matter to You. Connect with Your Community by Finding Volunteering Opportunities While You're at Home!
VOLUNTEERMATCH:
Virtual Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer From Anywhere | VolunteerMatch
Explore hundreds of virtual volunteer opportunities in cause areas like health and medicine, education, and community building, that you can do from a computer, from home or anywhere
FEEDING TAMPA BAY: Feeding Tampa Bay is the largest food rescue and distribution organization in our community, serving more than 700000 hungry people in the 10-county region


PASCO COUNTY SCHOOLS SCHOLARSHIP PAGE

Going Merry Scholarship Bank
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH ENGINES
BE AWARE, if any site asks for you to pay for a service, immediately, find another site. You should NOT pay anyone to find FREE resources!

HUDSON HIGH SCHOLARSHIPS: Check back Semester II
TESTING

SAT AND ACT TESTING
SAT Test Registration: CLICK HERE
ACT Test Registration: CLICK HERE
Utilize free online test preparation resources at:

ASVAB
CLICK HERE for study materials to help improve scores on standardized tests including ASVAB.
TO SIGN UP FOR THE NEXT DATE: JANUARY 25TH

MYCAREERSHINES
MyCareerShines, a service of FloridaShines, is Florida’s free, online, education and career planning system where students and adults can create a personalized plan that is just right for them. This FREE, state-funded tool allows students to assess their interests and skills, explore careers, plan for their future education, and create a personal portfolio to share with prospective schools and employers.
Most importantly students will gain an understanding of what it takes to pursue the career of their dreams. MyCareerShines offers students the chance to explore new careers and create a personalized approach to planning for the future. To learn more, CLICK HERE today and help your student get on the path to their dream career.

COLLEGIATE ATHLETICS
MILITARY

RECRUITERS
United States Army
DAVID HARRIMAN
STAFF SERGEANT
US ARMY RECRUITER
FLORIDA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
RECRUITING & RETENTION NCO
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
MARINE CORPS RECRUITING
AMERICA'S NAVY
BM2, U.S. NAVY
NAVY RECRUITER
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
RECRUITER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
EA RECRUITER