Family Newsletters

Decorative element featuring envelopes. States Download templates with college readiness and financial aid information for grades 7-12. Add your school logo, events, and contact information to customize and share with families. Mail or email home, post online, or hand out copies at workshops, school, or sporting events.

Topics by Grade & Month (Click a Topic to Download):

Grade 7
September		Welcome To Middle School
October		College Bound Scholarship
November		Keeping Your Options Open
December		Grit & Attitude
January		The Cost of College
February		Friends Matter
March		Preparing for High School
April		Extracurricular Activities
May		Career Exploration
Summer		Summer Camps
Grade 8
September	Benefits of College
October	Create a High School and Beyond Plan
November	Study Skills and Homework Help
December	Understanding College Costs
January	Mentoring
February	Growth Mindset
March	Right Classes for High School
April	Staying on Track
May	Careers & Majors
Summer	9th Grade Transition
Grade 9
September	Why go to College
October	9th Grade Matters
November	Campus Visits
December	Grades Matter
January	Financial Aid Basics
February	Attendance Matters
March	What it Takes to Graduate from High School
April	Extracurricular Activities Matter
May	Majors 101
Summer	Summer Slide
Grade 10
September	Dual Credit
October	Study Habits and Test Prep
November	College & Career Pathways
December	Career Exploration
January	Paying for College
February	College Applications: Essays & Interviews
March	Getting Back on Track
April	Visiting a College
May	Self-Doubt & Confidence
Summer	Summer Jobs
Grade 11
September	Entrance Exams
October	College Admission Requirements
November	College "Fit"
December	High School and Beyond Plan & Resumes
January	How to Apply for Financial Aid
February	Scholarships
March	Test Preparation
April	Campus Visits
May	Narrowing Down College Options
Summer	What to do Over Summer
Grade 12
September	Senior Year: Get Organized
October	Senior Year: Get Organized
November	Resources & Support Services in College
December	Resources & Support Services in College
January	Searching for Scholarships
February	Searching for Scholarships
March	What Happens After You Complete the FAFSA
April	*Remote Learning Edition!* Making a Decision
May	*Remote Learning Edition!* Next Steps
Summer	*Remote Learning Edition!* Transition to College
First-Year Post-High School
A Family Guide: Supporting Your Child After High School Make Your College Plans a Reality