“Education is one thing no one can take away from you.”

~ Elin Nordegren

ACCESS Newsletter

'Tis the Season to...

Reflect

This past semester TTS offered several workshop opportunities to students and campus visits to help students get a glimpse of what being on a college campus feels like. Students were able to visit Lake Superior State University and Ferris State university.

Plan ahead

A new year is coming, so why not take the chance to make positive changes in your life?

As you reflect on this semester, are there areas where you see room for improvement as a student?

Don't forget to connect with your TTS advisor for tips on time management and other resources!

Click here for 16 New Year's Resolutions for High School Students

Campus Visit update: GVSU is now 1/18/23

The 12/5 GVSU campus visit has been rescheduled to Wednesday, 1/18/23.

If you are in grades 11 or higher and attending one of the following high schools: Alpena, Atlanta, Cheboygan, Hillman, Inland Lakes, Johannesburg-Lewiston, Onaway, Posen, Rogers City connect with your advisor by 1/11/2023 to sign-up.

"I love getting-into college-opportunities, and seeing colleges."

Aubrey B. (LSSU)

Feedback from Campus Visits

Visit https://acctalentsearch.com/campus-tours/ to read what others learned from participating in Campus Visits.

Connect with your TTS advisor to sign-up!

"I liked the hands on part of this tour and the fact that students did our tour."

Andrea J. ( LSSU)

Something I learned today is

"How easy it [is] to get financial help."

Arean M. (FSU)

A Small-town Community Member Looking to Give Back

Leah Themel,

2022 Posen Alumnus

at Central Michigan University

pursuing a Pre-Med track

Leah Themel grew up in a small, rural town in northern Michigan, giving her close ties to her community.

Leah shares her journey to college, dream career, and ultimate goal of giving back to her community.

Find out what advice she has to share with current TTS members by clicking the "Read More" button below.

There’s still time to complete the FAFSA

Completing the FAFSA is like opening the door to FREE money for college – you won’t know what’s behind the door until you open though.

What are you waiting for? Talk to your TTS advisor today for more information about FAFSA. https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Effective beginning the 2023-24 academic year,

the FAFSA priority date

to be considered for the Michigan Competitive Scholarship

and Michigan Tuition Grant will be May 1.

Coming Soon: "Senior Success" Scholarships Workshop

Ready to apply for SCHOLARSHIPS? As part of our Senior Success series, we will be offering a virtual scholarship workshop in January.

There's still time to sign-up for the rest of the Senior Success series...

Sarah Prevo, Director of TRIO Talent Search will be hosting our Senior Success workshops and providing important information, money-saving tips, and things-to-do-as-a-senior reminders.

Senior Success is designed to provide extra support for seniors as they prepare for college. To register, email ttsoffice@alpenacc.edu.

Sarah Prevo will conduct brief, monthly check-ins by email/text (or zoom – let her know your preference). Let TTS help you prepare for your college-going opportunity.

Sign-up today!

"Success is where preparation and opportunity meet."

Bobby Unser

Don't forget to meet with your TTS advisor a minimum of three (3) times this year!

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