Are you ready to register for the ACT?
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Go to www.act.org
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Timber Lake High School testing center code is 246990
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A student may be eligible for an ACT registration fee waiver. Contact Mrs. Martin for more information.
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"Preparing for the ACT Test" booklet from ACT
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
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Recording of FAFSA presentation by Kathy Mueller from Mapping Your Future
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Create your FSA ID
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has information about grace periods, repayment, etc.
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Compare Aid Awards from different schools by using this tool from College Board or Sallie Mae
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Mapping Your Future is a great resource. You can even sign up for text reminders from them.
Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Higher Education
There is support available through Cheyenne River Education Services, including scholarships and grants.
American Indian College Fund
The American Indian College Fund has a variety of resources about choosing a college, admissions, scholarships, etc.
Get Prepared! See what you can do in each grade on the Select Dakota website to be prepared for college. Here is another brief senior checklist.
SDMyLife is used in middle school and high school. Students take interest inventories and work through lessons to find careers that fit their interests. Students can also look into colleges and practice for ACT tests through the Method Test Prep option.
College and Career Resource Guide
- This site has checklists and resources for students, parents, school staff, etc. It can help understand financial aid, general finances, college applications and other processes, as well as help prepare for entering the workforce.
Want to play in collegiate sports?
Make sure you look into the requirements to be involved in collegiate extracurricular activities. Find additional information here or go directly to requirements
Letters of Recommendation
Plan ahead for letters of recommendation! Use this data sheet, or something similar and provide a copy to the person writing your letter. Also, make sure you give them a page about requirements for the scholarship, job, opportunity, etc. and time to write your letter. Remember to provide time for the recommender to write your letter well before the due date.
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