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Student Artists and Writers Spark a Celebration of Creativity; 2017 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Winners Exhibits Open at ED

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“I had a vision and just went for it. It took me about three or four months to create the piece. Virginia Dragoslavic, NSU University School, Davie, Florida, on her ceramic vase. A standing-room-only audience of 230 students, family members, educators, arts leaders, and ED staff joined in the celebration. Featured ED speaker Jason Botel, acting assistant secretary and principal deputy … [Read more...]

Understanding Teachers Make “All the Difference” for a High School Student with Dyslexia

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Understanding Teachers Make “All the Difference” for a High School Student with Dyslexia At the start of the year, I introduce myself and my lodging. I believe it’s important for my teachers to know why I benefit from something that most of the kids in my class don’t use. The game changers for me include: Carter Grace Duncan is a freshman in a Northern Virginia public … [Read more...]

The Way to Fill Out the FAFSA When You Have More Than One Child in College

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How to Fill Out the FAFSA When You Have More Than One Child at College Letthis formula breaks down: Continue the conversation on Facebook or Twitter. Child 1 account balance: $20,000 Child 2 account balance: $13,000 Child 3 account balance: $8,000 Can I move my information from 1 kid’s FAFSA form to another so I don’t have to re-enter it? IMPORTANT:  Regardless of who … [Read more...]

Lifelong Learning: A Roadway to Success

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Lifelong Learning: A Roadway to Success[unable to retrieve full-text content]Lifelong Learning: A Roadway to Success Published at Thu, 28 Sep 2017 19:22:04 +0000 Among its attempts, OCTAE has long participated across the nation that exemplify the work. She shared the following: “I wanted to provide more for her and I knew education was the route for that.”   She has since … [Read more...]

Lifelong Learning: A Roadway to Success

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Lifelong Learning: A Roadway to Success Published at Thu, 28 Sep 2017 19:22:04 +0000 Among its attempts, OCTAE has long participated across the nation that exemplify the work. She shared the following: “I wanted to provide more for her and I knew education was the route for that.”   She has since graduated from the Goodwill Excel Center and is now attending the … [Read more...]

5 Things to Do After Filing Your FAFSA® Form

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5 Things to Do After Filing Your FAFSA® Form NOTE: Contrary to popular belief, the EFC formula  considers more than just income. Factors such as family size status, and the amount of household members who will attend college are just a few of the factors. Apply For as Many Scholarships as You Can TIP: After your FAFSA form has been processed successfully, it is a … [Read more...]

The Parent’s Guide to Filling Out the FAFSA® Form

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The Parent’s Guide to Filling Out the FAFSA® Form[unable to retrieve full-text content]4. List the schools to which you want your FAFSA® information sent. An FSA ID is a username and password you use on Federal Student Aid websites such as fafsa.gov and StudentLoans.gov. If your child is considered a dependent student, two FSA IDs are needed to complete the FAFSA form online: This is where … [Read more...]

The Parent’s Guide to Filling Out the FAFSA® Form

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4. List the schools to which you want your FAFSA® information sent. An FSA ID is a username and password you use on Federal Student Aid websites such as fafsa.gov and StudentLoans.gov. If your child is considered a dependent student, two FSA IDs are needed to complete the FAFSA form online: This is where you are going to provide your demographic information. In this section, you will be asked … [Read more...]