Family Workshop Presentations

These PowerPoint templates come pre-loaded with information and customizable areas. Please review the links and update as needed. Edit to your school and your needs! Use with Family Engagement Resource Guide's Activity Ideas.

Washington State GEAR UP schools are required to offer a minimum of three family workshops per year. The focus of these workshops is financial literacy, college preparation, planning, and financial aid. Click a Topic to Download:

7th Grade	8th Grade	9th Grade	10th Grade	11th Grade	12th Grade
Why college?	High school & beyond	Study skills & growth mindset	Dual credit	Pre-college assessments & fee waivers	College admissions & financial aid
The cost of college, College Bound Scholarship sign-up	Understanding college costs & financial aid	College & career exploration	Test preparation	Scholarships	Understanding award letters
College & career exploration	Transition to high school	CBS re-pledge & thewashboard.org	College & career exploration	Overview of senior year & choosing a college	Transition to college

Downloadable Flyer: Washington College Grant 101. Print this handout/flyer for your financial aid workshops. See also: WSAC's Financial Aid Toolkit. This toolkit contains a host of resources supporting the Washington College Grant and the financial aid application process, including:
Financial Aid Supports - Best Practices
Messaging Slideshow
Handouts & Flyers

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