Hello!

Thanks for joining DRDFS and The Princeton Review last Wednesday for SAT Prep Day 1! We hope you found the session useful and learned a few new tips and tricks for boosting your score. We'll have plenty more raffles coming your way, so be sure to take advantage and come prepared to participate!

DON'T FORGET - SAT PREP DAY 2 is tomorrow, Wednesday 3/3 - Check your email for your registered time and log in to your account here 15 minutes prior to the session start time: https://secure.princetonreview.com/account/signin

If you haven't completed the Winter 2021 Milestone survey (a program requirement), please take a few minutes to do that today. Your answers are confidential and will be used to determine support that DRDFS may be able to provide.

As always, please reach out with any questions/concerns you may have.
Marissa D'Angelo
Next Level Scholars Program Manager
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars
mdangelo@drdfs.org
(734) 983-8505
NEWSLETTER CONTENTS:
  • NEW: Virtual College and Career Fair
  • NEW: DCAN's Summer 2021 Opportunity List
  • REMINDER: Free Tutor.com Account
  • Resource Spotlight: Tutor.com Study Skills Webinar Recording
  • Featured Resources
NEW: VIRTUAL COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR
Still working on building your post-secondary list? Check out this virtual college and career fair opportunity offered by WCCAN (Wayne County College Access Network) .

  • Chat live with representatives from more than 30 colleges, universities & vocational training schools throughout the State of Michigan and around the nation.
  • Find info on grants, loans, FAFSA & scholarships.
  • Ask questions, download information, and seek out the best opportunities for you.
  • Chances to win three $1,000 scholarships!

Happening next Thursday, March 11 from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
NEW: DCAN'S SUMMER 2021 OPPORTUNITY LIST
Summer is a crucial time for students to explore jobs and summer opportunities.

Check out DCAN's growing list of summer 2021 opportunities available to students. DCAN is adding more information on available internships and summer programs everyday so be sure to bookmark the page!
REMINDER: FREE TUTOR.COM ACCOUNT
Did you know tutor.com offers real-time writing assistance to help support your success? You can connect with writing tutors online 24/7 to prepare an outline, develop your thesis statement, proofread for grammar, and check on your citations.

Don’t have time for a live session? You can also drop off an assignment to get tutor feedback within 12 hours. 
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: TUTOR.COM STUDY SKILLS WEBINAR RECORDING
Not quite on top of your studies? Learn how to bring better study habits into your routine in this 30-minute Student Success Series webinar. Topics covered will help you discover:

  • Effective memorization strategies
  • How to avoid cramming
  • Strategic use of notes, pictures, and mind maps
  • The power of wellness in studying (#selfcare)
FEATURED RESOURCES:
  • Check out this calendar for student webinar opportunities.


  • If you or your family are in need of any resources, please reach out to us at any time or explore this list of COVID-19 Resources