Hello!

The FAFSA SAR deadline was yesterday! Be sure to get your SAR submitted ASAP. If you are having troubles finding your SAR or need more support, please keep reading to learn how to connect with Devon for some 1:1 assistance!

As a reminder, DRDFS is working to reschedule the Leadership & Networking Workshop for early March with Jacqueline M. Baker-- more details to come soon! In the meantime, please be sure to reach out to me if you need to exchange your dress shirt for a different size. (Feel welcome to do that by replying to this email!)

As always, please feel welcome to reach out with questions/concerns.
Marissa D'Angelo
Next Level Scholars Program Manager
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars
mdangelo@drdfs.org
(734) 354-7274
NEWSLETTER CONTENTS:
  • NEW: Connect with DRDFS Post-Secondary Coach Devon
  • REMINDER: DRDFS FAFSA Tracker & SAR Submission
  • Resource Spotlight: Tutor.com's Student Success Webinar Series - Overcoming Test Anxiety
  • Scholarship Spotlight: Lake Trust Credit Union Scholarships
  • Featured Resources
NEW: CONNECT WITH DRDFS POST-SECONDARY COACH DEVON
Devon, our Class of 2022 Post-secondary Transition Coach, has set-up a calendly as a way to connect and meet with students/offer assistance or chat through their post-secondary options starting TODAY! 
REMINDER: DRDFS FAFSA TRACKER & SAR SUBMISSION
Be sure to get your SAR Submission in ASAP to avoid losing your DRDFS Scholarship!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Erin at etalbot@drdfs.org or Devon at dhall@drdfs.org!

If you’re unsure of how to find your FAFSA SAR, take a peek at the links below:
  • Click here for more help on how to find your FAFSA SAR.
  • Click here for a video on how to save your SAR as a PDF.
  • Click here for a sample of what your SAR will look like, as well as additional information about your FAFSA.
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: STUDENT SUCCESS WEBINAR SERIES - OVERCOMING TEST ANXIETY
Can't attend live? Register anyway and you'll receive the session recording via email!
In this webinar, Tutor.com will address test anxiety—and strategies for overcoming it. Topics will include: 

  • Common causes and symptoms of test anxiety  
  • Steps to take when preparing for a test 
  • Strategies to employ before, during, and after a test 
  • Tips for becoming a confident and satisfied test-taker 

This session is hosted by Tutor.com’s Senior Director of Learning Strategies and Professional Development, Dr. Amy Dietzman. There will be a Q&A session after the presentation, so stick around at the end! Register here.
SCHOLARSHIP SPOTLIGHT: LAKE TRUST CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIPS
New Beginnings Scholarships
Skilled trade careers are in high demand in Michigan and these roles continue to grow. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in a trade by attending a career technical education program, this might be the scholarship for you. Six scholarships worth up to $5,000 are available. Funds can be used for tuition costs, equipment or tools for your trade, and professional dues and/or certifications. Learn more and apply!

Michigan Impact Scholarships
In partnership with Cleary University, Lake Trust Credit Union is offering five full-tuition scholarships to individuals who are interested in supporting the growth of Michigan’s economy. This scholarship may be for you if you plan to work in the state of Michigan after graduation. Learn more and apply!

Applications close at 11:59 PM on March 12, 2022. Lake Trust Credit Union will notify the recipients of each scholarship in May 2022.
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