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You can go to college with College Bound!

The College Bound Scholarship is a program for low-income youth. If your family qualifies, you could receive college tuition for up to four years!After you've applied, you need to do well in middle and high school, graduate from high school, and stay out of trouble. The scholarship may be used at a community college, a vocational-technical college, or a 4 year college or university. For more information and to apply online visit www.hecb.wa.gov/collegebound, or download a brochure that explains the program.  
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Create a School Course Plan [PDF]

Plan for high school and college with this school course plan worksheet. 
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Setting Goals - Checklist (Grades 6, 7, 8) [PDF]

Use these checklists to make sure you're on track to succeed in high school and prepare for college. 
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FAFSA Priority Funding Deadlines

2008 - 2009  Please note: The information provided below is intended to act as a guide regarding priority FAFSA filing deadlines. Please contact your college of interest directly for their most current FAFSA filing information. Be aware this information is subject to change.     INSTITUTION Read more
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Middle School Guide [PDF]

Need all the information in one easy download? This is the comprehensive middle school handbook. 
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Getting Started - Middle School

High school graduation might seem like a long way off. But it’s really just around the corner. When you get to high school, you’ll have more freedom, more choices…and more challenges. That’s why middle school is the perfect time to think about what you like to do and who you want to be. Believe it or not, the decisions you make now will have a big impact on your college and career options. Remember, you can do anything or be anything you want, as long as you have a plan. And getting started is easy if you take it step by step.  Read more
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College. It’s about having a plan and making it happen.These resources are available to help students, parents and educators get the information they need to plan for and make college a reality.  Read more
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Online FAFSA Form

A complete web-based FAFSA form at your fingertips. 
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White Stag Leadership Development (Affiliated with Boy Scouts of America)

A resource for junior leadership development and training. 
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Washington State University Extension 4-H Programs

Helps develop self-confidence, self-esteem and basic life skills.  
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