HIGH SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS02.18.2020
We hope that your second semester is off to a strong start! This month we have included articles about relevant opportunities for our learners, both during their high school years and upon graduation. We hope you find it helpful. Here are some important dates to remember.
Testing Registration Deadlines
2/28 – Deadline to sign up for 4/4 ACT (late registration until 3/13)
2/26 – Deadline to sign up for 4/17 PSAT 8/9
4/3 – Deadline to sign up for 5/2 SAT (late registration until 4/21)
High School Webinars
3/11 – College Options: Finding Your Best Fit! (Webinar) – RSVP Here
4/15 – High School Overview for New Families (Webinar) – RSVP Here
4/20 – Developing Teen Writers with WriteAtHome (Webinar) – RSVP Here
5/14 – Financing College for High School Families (Webinar) – RSVP Here
Graduates
The graduation ceremony will be on 6/3 at 4:00 pm at The Grand in Long Beach. Graduation information and a survey will be sent out soon!
Seniors
The FAFSA deadline is March 2 for California public colleges. This is for graduates only. The FAFSA is for four-year colleges, community colleges, and trade schools. It is necessary for the College Promise Free Tuition Program, CalGrants, and for need-based aid. It can also be necessary for scholarships. You can find more information here.
High School Clubs & Organizations
Are you interested in getting involved in an extra-curricular group or organization? Here are a few opportunities that are available to you. Young America’s Foundation Young America’s Foundation (YAF) is a conservative…
High School Hangouts
In January, high school learners had an opportunity to get together for a game day. It was a great time to get to know one another and a great time…
FREE ONLINE RESOURCES FOR HIGH SCHOOL LEARNERS
At iLEAD Exploration, we are happy to provide learners with high school curriculum and online vendor suggestions, both of which can be purchased using instructional funds. We also have a variety of free resource suggestions for…
What’s Next? Gap Year
February is Gap Year Exploration Month! A gap year is a purposeful break between high school and college. There is often an emphasis on experiential learning and pushing beyond one’s comfort zones. Learners…
High School Spotlight: Hayden Crawford
Hayden joined iLEAD Exploration in 2019 and exemplifies the definition of true grit! In order to pursue his acting career, he chose the independent study path which fits his lifestyle…
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