Education. Go Get It. College for Texans Campaign.
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Transcript of Education. Go Get It. College for Texans Campaign.
Plan on getting an education?
What are you planning to do this afternoon?
This weekend?
This summer?
You can earn a MILLION bucks.
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Does it matter what classes I take in middle school?
Yes! You can earn high school credits while in middle school.
Taking some classes in middle school will allow you to take upper level classes sooner .
Get started early by taking Speech Language other than English Algebra I
Preparation for higher education
Take challenging classes
Develop good study habits
Read, read, read, read
Visit a college campus
Talk to people that attend or attended college
Ask questions and use resources
Preparation for higher education
There are two high school graduation plans that prepare students for college.
Recommended High School Program (RHSP) A 24-credit, college-preparatory curriculum that
helps ensure that all Texas high school students take advanced mathematics and science courses
The Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) The state’s advanced high school graduation plan
Having fun can count, too! Extracurricular activities are ways to learn outside the classroom.
Teens can: Mentor a younger student Engage in community
service by volunteering Explore possible careers
and majors for the futurewww.careervoyages.gov
There’s a place for you!Public two year colleges
State technical universities
Public universities
Independent (private) institutions
Who goes to college?
People like you!
More than amillion peoplefrom different backgroundsare enrolled in Texas colleges.
How will I pay for college?Financial aid can assist persons from any background pay for college. It doesn’t matter if you are:
Poor or rich Male or female The first in your family to
attend college
There is a type of financial aid for everyone.
Types of financial aid: Scholarships Grants Work study /
employment
opportunities Loans
There is a type of financial aid for everyone.