DCAN Update | May 4, 2021
MENTAL HEALTH
AWARENESS MONTH
Prioritize Your Wellbeing
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health has always been important, but now more than ever we need to find ways to support ourselves and each other. This pandemic has taken a huge toll on everyone's mental and emotional health.

This month, DCAN will be posting mental health tips, activities, webinars & events, giveaways, and more for students and educators! Be sure to keep an eye on our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

DCAN also has a Mental Health Toolkit that includes resources, activities, tips, and more.
DECISION DAY 2021
The Celebration Continues!

May 1st marks College Decision Day! We are celebrating this week by revealing a citywide Decision Day video on Friday, May 7th! Thank you all for sharing this information with students. We received a total of 27 student videos!

We are also sharing tips for making a final decision from us and partners on our social media channels this week. DCAN is encouraging all schools and programs to participate in College Decision Day by highlighting your students' postsecondary plans. Remember to use the hashtags #DetroitDecisionDay and #CollegeBoundDetroit.

To support you with celebrating senior success, check out the decision day toolkit and tips for students making a final decision. Happy Decision Day!
GET SCHOOLED ESSAY & RESUME SUBMISSION AND TEXTLINE
Opportunities for Students!
Submit an essay for a class, college app essay, scholarship essay, or a resume to get feedback from a professional! We will pick a few students who submit an essay or a resume to win a $20 gift card!
WE'RE HIRING!
Summer Staffing
DCAN Summer Hiring

Remote Summer Access Coaches: Remote summer access coaches will work with and support graduating seniors with college transitioning and college prep support. We are seeking counselors and/or college advisors that work in DPSCD or the charter districts within Detroit to fulfill these roles. If you or anyone you know are interested, please send a resume to our Deputy Director Onjila Odeneal ([email protected]) Subject: Summer Access Coach Interest.

The pay for this role will be $30/hr working 20 hours per week. Again, this is a remote position beginning in late June. You will need internet access and a computer with webcam capabilities for student support. The deadline for submission is May 24th by 5pm. 

Summer Associate AmeriCorps VISTAs: We are hiring 2 Summer Associate Americorps VISTA members. The VISTAs will support DCAN's summer melt initiatives. Here are the details of the service term:
  • Over the age of 18
  • VISTA Term: June 14 - August 9
  • Stipend: $505 every 2 weeks ($4,040 for 8 weeks)
  • Education Award or Service Stipend at end of service of $1050
Interested and qualified candidates should email their resume and cover letter to Rachel D'Alio ([email protected]) Subject: Summer VISTA Associate.

This position will be remote. You will need internet access and a computer with webcam capabilities. The deadline for submission is May 10th by 5pm.
CONNECT: Detroit College Access Network