Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Essentials and Updates Webinar

FAFSA Essentials and Updates Webinar
Date: Wednesday, December 7th
Time: 2:00 pm
Duration: 60 minutes

In an effort to help counselors, students and families understand the educational borrowing process, this Webinar will provide an overview of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, while also highlighting application and program changes to the 2012-13 FAFSA.

Target Audience: This Webinar is intended for school counselors, college admission professionals, students, families, and any other stakeholders seeking to learn more about the process of applying for federal student aid.

Topics Discussed:
* What is the FAFSA?
* Steps to take before applying for federal student aid
* Strategies and deadlines in the application process
* Expectations after applying for federal student aid
* Review of frequently asked questions
* Overview of program and application changes for 2012-13
* Resources for counselors, students and families

Upon completion of this Webinar, participants will:
* Understand the nuts and bolts of completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
* Comprehend the process by which federal student aid is awarded
* Know what to expect after applying for federal student aid
* Have access to changes and updates to the 2012-13 FAFSA

Click here to register for this National Association for College Admission Counseling webinar

Young Adult Book Review: Oh.My.Gods

Name: Nicole T.
Title: Oh.My.Gods.
Author: Tera Lynn Childs
Review: Oh.My.Gods. is a GREAT book. It is about a girl named phoebe who is a cross country runner. She is trying to get a scholarship for USC, her dream college since she was a little girl. But when her mom comes back from Greece with a fiance, her whole life gets turned around. Now phoebe has to deal with tough teachers, evil stepsisters, and even a couple Greek gods themselves! This story has just enough romance mixed in with a little Greek mythology!
Rating: 5

2011 National Book Awards

YOUNG PEOPLE'S LITERATURE

Winner: Thanhha Lai, Inside Out & Back Again

Finalists:

Franny Billingsley, Chime

Debby Dahl Edwardson, My Name Is Not Easy

Albert Marrin, Flesh & Blood So Cheap: The Triangle Fire and Its Legacy

Gary D. Schmidt, Okay for Now

Teen Writers Workshop

Friday, November 18th from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Open to students in grades 6 through 9

Come and join others who share a passion of writing and storytelling. Local and published author Teresa Tomasino from Huntington Youth Bureau’s Project Excel will offer tips and techniques to develop your own writing style. Call Youth Services if you plan to attend.

Teens Knit!

Tuesdays, December 6th and 13th
from 7 - 8 pm

Join your friends for this seasonal activity and learn how to knit. You will make a warm and stylish scarf for the winter. Please call Youth Services to register beginning Tuesday, November 15th. Space is limited.

Bedazzled Jewelry!

Wednesday, December 7th from 7 - 8 pm

Join your friends and create stunning earrings to keep for yourself or give as gifts. Please call Youth Services to register beginning Tuesday, November 15th. Space is limited.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Wednesday, November 9th from 7 - 8 pm
Open to students in grades 6 through 9

Join us this month as we discuss the upcoming election of new members to the board. If you would like to become a more involved Teen Advisory Board member, you won’t want to miss this meeting. We also will share ideas about new programs, books and holiday events. Please call Youth Services if you plan to attend.

Jazz Up Your Jeans!

Tuesday, November 29th from 7 - 8:30 pm

Do you have a favorite pair of old jeans lying around the house? Bring them with you and add your own special touches by using fabric, paint and beads! Please call Youth Services if you plan to attend. Registration begins on Thursday, November 10th. Space is limited.

Zumba for Teens

Tuesday, November 22nd from 7 - 8 PM

Teens are invited to try Zumba®, a Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music and contagious steps! Join with your friends for a fun night with instructor Ana Aquiar-Mady. Please call Youth Services to register on Tuesday, November 8th.