Welcome to I AM!
September 11, 2015
Hello Students and Mentors!
We are excited to work with you this 
Fall Semester 2015-2016! 

The I AM program has officially started which means there is a lot to do as we approach deadlines for college admissions. The next couple of months will be busy as the CSU and UC applications are due November 30.
 
On Wednesday September 23, we will have a fieldtrip to UCR and CSULA and  Saturday September 26, we will host a Personal Statement Workshop. For more details on both events, please read bellow.

During the fall, we will have a few more weekend college application workshops at USC. The purpose of these workshops is to help you with your applications, so take advantage of these opportunities!
 
We know that you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed as you start preparing for the college admissions process but know that the I AM program will help you along the way and provide you with important information as well as support. We want you to be able to enjoy your senior year but we will also make sure you stay on track to get into college and graduate from high school!
 
STUDENTS--It was a pleasure meeting with you over these last couple of weeks. We are really looking forward to working with you this year; your mentors are all excited to meet with you very soon. Please read through the newsletter so you do not miss any important deadlines.
 
MENTORS--Thank you again for volunteering to take part in this journey with your student(s). They will greatly benefit from your knowledge and support.
 
All the best,
 
I AM Staff
  • Scholarships
  • UCR & CSULA Fieldtrip
  • Personal Statement Workshop
  • Spotlight on:
    • The Personal Statement
    • Creating a College List
    • CSU Application Workshop
Scholarship Highlight!

Make it a habit to apply to scholarships throughout your college career!
 
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

Amount: Up to $1,500
Deadline: October 31, 2015
 
Gates Millennium Scholarship

Amount: Full Tuition 
Deadline: January 15, 2015
 
Find Out More Here

I AM Personal Statement Workshop
Have you started writing your personal statement for the UC application? Do you need help rewriting it or need someone to help edit it?  If so, please join us for a workshop on the UC Personal Statement!
Fieldtrip to UC Riverside & CSULA
I AM  Field Trip to 
 UC Riverside & CSULA!
When Wednesday, September 23 (7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
 
Where :   Pick-up and drop-off will be at USC
 
Lunch and transportation will be provided
 
The Personal Statement
The personal statement is a critical aspect of your UC application. Make sure to read this article to find out more useful information in writing your personal statement.

Creating a College List
Choosing where to apply to college is not easy. This article provides useful information that will help you choose where to apply to college.

CSU Application Workshop
On Saturday October 10th, we will have a CSU application workshop. This is a great opportunity to help you get started on your CSU applications. Look out for the workshop information next month!
I AM Schools
  • Belmont High School
  • Downtown Magnets HS
  • Foshay High School
  • Fremont High School
  • Manual Arts High School
  • Marshall High School
  • Roosevelt High School
  • Roybal High School
  • West Adams Preparatory High School
  • Ambassador School of Global Leadership
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