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10 Top Scholarship Websites to Find Money for College

With so many college scholarships websites out there, it might be confusing to decide which ones are worth using! Going Merry breaks down some of the most popular…  learn more

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Alternative Education

Mike Rowe rants on the term "Alternative Education". He posits that learning a trade or skill is as good as or maybe better than a college degree, and…  learn more

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COLLEGEdata Scholarship Locator

COLLEGEdata offers a wide range of tools for college bound students, including a comprehensive list of scholarships based on ethnicity, gender, major, GPA, location and/or area of study.…  learn more

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Activities and Timelines for College and Career Planning

Activities and Timelines for College and Career Planning provides a list of links and activities teens can do to help them find out their career interests, timelines for…  learn more

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AdLit: College Readiness

It's never too soon for students to begin thinking of themselves as college material. Middle and junior high students should be developing the habits and skills of successful…  learn more

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Mike Rowe Works Foundation

Mike Rowe, host of the TV series Dirty Jobs, started this site in 2008 as part of a national PR campaign for skilled labor. The message is that…  learn more

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Class 101: College Planning

Our mission is to empower students, serve families, and inspire greatness. We know that applying to college can be overwhelming, which is why we strive to make this…  learn more

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Career & Technical Education Collection: OER Commons

Career and technical education programs introduce students to information and opportunities for their career paths. Vocational and technical programs and certifications ensure students prepare students for gratifying jobs…  learn more

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College & Careers

Banzai College & Careers courses help students (ages 15-18) prepare for the reality of transitioning to college life.  learn more

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College Board

Sign in for personalized recommendations and access to your PSAT/NMSQT, SAT, and AP scores and more.  learn more

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Federal Student Aid

The Department of Education has compiled a comprehensive list of sources for Student Financial Aid. Definitely refer your juniors and seniors to this listing.  learn more

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CareerOneStop: Explore Careers

A source for career exploration, training & jobs. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.  learn more

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Crafting a Compelling Cover Letter Using Google Docs

Let's delve into a fantastic resource from Google’s Applied Digital Skills curriculum.  It’s about a skill that’s crucial yet often overlooked: writing a compelling cover letter. In our…  learn more

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How to Write a Cover Letter

Explain your skills and experiences to a potential employer by writing a compelling cover letter in Google Docs.  learn more

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High School Teachers, Free Career Exploration Worksheets

Success looks different for every person. You can help your high schoolers figure out where to find career satisfaction by getting them the facts on the world of…  learn more

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FastWeb

FastWeb focuses on college scholarships and college/applicant matches.  learn more

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College and Career Readiness Toolkit

The world may be getting smaller, but the changes are coming faster. We’ve gathered a wealth of content and digital tools—including special expert-led webinars, advice videos, and blogs—to empower…  learn more

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Planning a Vocational or Technical Career

There are many paths towards a successful and rewarding career. Some students decide to attend college and some students pursue careers that don’t require a college degree. Instead,…  learn more

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Keys To Your Future - College And Career Readiness

Keys To Your Future is a digital course created in partnership with UBS to help teachers deliver critical career and college readiness skills to high school students. Lessons…  learn more

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Best Free AI Resume Builders

In today’s competitive job market, having a standout resume is more crucial than ever, especially for students stepping into the professional world and educators seeking new opportunities. Crafting…  learn more

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Discover Your Learning Style

Each person has different learning preferences and styles that benefit them. Some may find they even have a dominant learning style. Others that they prefer different learning styles in…  learn more

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The United States Of Student Debt

The United States of Student Debt - 2023 Report. Navigating student debt can be like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube blindfolded.  With career data journalist Emily Barone,…  learn more

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What Do I Want to Be When I Grow Up

Career and College Exploration. This mini-unit is designed so that students can self-assess their career interests, intelligences and paths to success. The presentation includes links to career assessments…  learn more