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Seniors & Families,

Here is your Senior Weekly College & Career Update for the week of September 8th. Each week, I will share:
📎 Scholarship opportunities (PDF attached)
🎓 College planning tips & reminders
🌟 Career exploration resources

Please review this week’s newsletter (attached) and take advantage of the opportunities that fit your goals. Staying consistent with applications, deadlines, and exploration will make this senior year a strong foundation for your next steps.
If you have any questions or need support, please feel free to reach out. 

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Best regards,
Kene

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Juniors! Please CLICK HERE to fill out the Google form to reserve your spot to take the PSAT!

When: Wednesday October 29th

Where: Connect HS campus, 8am-11:30am

Any Junior who wishes to take the PSAT MUST fill out the Google form. To access the Google form, students MUST be logged into and use their DV student email address to submit. No outside email address will be allowed.

Space is initally reserved for Juniors, and if there is remaining space, Sophomores will be notified.

Picture Day on September 8th and 9th!!!

Attention Seniors and Families!

We are excited to invite you to our FAFSA Night on Monday, September 22nd at 5:00 pm (hosted on Zoom). This workshop will walk you step-by-step through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process, provide important updates for the 2025–2026 school year, and answer your questions about financial aid.

Why Attend FAFSA Night?
Completing the FAFSA is one of the most important steps in preparing for college. By attending, you’ll learn:

What FAFSA is and why it’s required for federal, state, and many institutional financial aid programs.
Updates for the 2025–2026 FAFSA, including the new simplified application and changes from the FAFSA Simplification Act.
What documents you’ll need to complete your FAFSA (tax returns, Social Security numbers, income statements, etc.).
Key deadlines for federal aid, the California State priority deadline (March 2, 2025), and individual college deadlines.
How to avoid common mistakes and ensure your FAFSA is submitted successfully.

Who Should Attend?
High School Seniors planning to attend a 2-year or 4-year college, university, or trade school.
Parents/Guardians who will help provide financial information for the FAFSA.

Event Details
Date: Monday, September 22nd

Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Zoom

Kené Washington is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://davincischools-org.zoom.us/j/94483101479?pwd=hko1JxaE7Le1fMGqJDPBZHYOuFy3oW.1

Meeting ID: 944 8310 1479

Passcode: 256439

FAQs We’ll Cover

What’s the difference between FAFSA and the California Dream Act Application?
What happens if my family didn’t file taxes?
What should I do if my financial situation has changed?
Do I need to complete the FAFSA every year?

Next Steps

Mark your calendars for September 22nd at 5 PM.
Encourage both students and parents to attend together.

This is your chance to get a head start on securing financial aid for college! Don’t miss out.

Seniors & Families,

Here is your Senior Weekly College & Career Update for the week of September 2, 2025. Each week, I will share:Scholarship opportunities (PDF attached)
College planning tips & reminders
Career exploration resources

Please review this week’s newsletter (attached) and take advantage of the opportunities that fit your goals. Staying consistent with applications, deadlines, and exploration will make this senior year a strong foundation for your next steps.

If you have any questions or need support, please feel free to reach out. I am here to guide you through this exciting journey.

Best regards,
Kene

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The Building College Success (BCS) Access program — formerly Black College Success — is now accepting applications for Cohort 5, closing tonight, September 3, 2025, at 11:59 PM. This yearlong program is designed for high school seniors at partner schools, offering personalized, weekly guidance on college applications, financial aid, scholarships, and life after high school. Eligible students include those who’ve participated in the BCS STEAM Program or attend one of 13 partner schools such as Centennial, Crenshaw, Inglewood, Westchester, and more. Throughout the year, participants gain access to workshops, college fairs, and culturally-rooted community events that celebrate identity and foster confidence. Applicants should be 12th graders with a GPA of 2.25 or higher (those below 2.0 may still qualify with counselor recommendations), committed to applying to a four-year college, and ready to engage fully. Space is limited, and only applications submitted by the deadline will be reviewed. For questions or technical issues, contact Gerrels@lapromisefund.org

https://lafund.submittable.com/submit/332928/2025-bcs-access-cohort-5-application
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