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Ellen Nelson is CEO and co-founder of Stone, a leading news and media company for young people.  From global affairs and politics to technology and science to sports and music, Stone offers insightful stories and compelling perspectives on the issues that define a generation.

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Making College Happen Together!

Your Future LA is a free series of financial aid, college prep and career workshops open to students, families and community members throughout Los Angeles County. These virtual events are geared toward high school students and first-year, first-generation college students who need more guidance on navigating the college process or parents and caregivers looking to create a college-going environment at home. Your Future LA is a "one-stop" opportunity for all students and families to make an early commitment to college.



 

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Tu Futuro LA:


Un evento gratis para estudiantes, familias, miembros de la comunidad en todo el condado de Los Angeles. Este evento esta dirigido a estudientes que necesitan apoyo navegando el proceso universitario o papas y guardianes que buscan crear un ambiente universitation en casa. Tu Futuro LA es una oportunidad unica para que todos los estudiantes y familias se compromentan al proceso universitario.


WIN A $1,000 SCHOLARSHIP!*


Participate in any workshop and complete the post-workshop survey, and you may be eligible to win a $1,000 scholarship!

WHAT TO EXPECT

Students and parents in attendance will have the opportunity to 

Students

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  • Learn how to prepare for college and your future career
  • Apply for financial aid resources - regardless of immigration status
  • Meet college admissions representatives
  • Find out if you qualify for free community college through the L.A. College Promise

Parents & Caregivers

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  • Learn how to support your student through the college-going process
  • Get help with completing your student's financial aid application
  • Meet with representatives from colleges, universities and community-based organizations to learn about the services they can provide to your student and family

PARTICIPATE IN OUR UPCOMING, VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS


JANUARY WORKSHOPS

Ayuda Financiera Academica: Aplicacion FAFSA

 

Tuesday, Jan. 12

Available On Demand (Spanish)

 

¡La fecha de prioridad para solicitar ayuda financiera es el 2 de marzo! Ayuda Financiera Academica: Aplicacion FAFSA le brinda información básica sobre cómo se ve la solicitud FAFSA, las formas en que FAFSA es utilizada para brindarle subvenciones, préstamos y más.

 

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: FAFSA OVERVIEW


Tuesday, Jan. 12

Available On Demand (English)

 

The priority deadline to apply for financial aid is March 2! What You Need to Know: FAFSA Overview provides you with basic insight on what the FAFSA application looks like and the ways FAFSA is used to provide you with grants, loans and more!

 

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Ayuda Financiera Academica: Aplicacion CA Dream Act


Thursday, Jan. 14

4-5 p.m. (Spanish)

 

¡La fecha de prioridad para solicitar ayuda financiera es el 2 de marzo! Ayuda Financiera Academica: Aplicacion CA Dream Act (CADAA) le brinda información básica sobre cómo se ve la solicitud CA Dream Act, las formas en que CADAA es utilizada para brindarle diferentes tipos de ayuda financiera.


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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: CA DREAM ACT OVERVIEW


Thursday, Jan. 14

5:15-6:15 p.m. (English)


The priority deadline to apply for financial aid is March 2! What You Need to Know: CA Dream Act Overview provides you with basic insight on what the  CA Dream Act application (CADAA) looks like and the ways CADAA is used to provide you with different types of financial aid.


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Obtenga su Dinero: Busque y Apliquen a Becas


Tuesday, Jan. 19

4-5 p.m. (Spanish)


¿Busca dinero gratis para pagar sus necesidades universitarias? Las becas pueden proporcionarle algunos dólares adicionales para la matrícula, útiles escolares y otras necesidades inmediatas. Únase a nosotros para saber dónde encontrar y cómo solicitar becas.

 

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Get that Money: Find and Apply to ScholarshIPS


Tuesday, Jan. 19

5:15-6:15 p.m. (English)


Looking for free money to pay for your college needs? Scholarships can provide you with some extra dollars for tuition, school supplies and other immediate needs. Join us in order to learn where to find and how to apply to scholarships.

 

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Open Conversation: DACA and CA Dream Act


Thursday, Jan. 21

4-5 p.m. (English)


Confused about DACA? What's the difference between DACA and the CA Dream Act application? Do you need both to go to college?


Join us for an intimate and informative conversation about these two different legislations and get answers to these and other questions.


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PLATICA: DACA and CA Dream Act


Tuesday, Jan. 26

4-5 p.m. (Spanish)

 

¿Confundido acerca de DACA? ¿Cuál es la diferencia entre DACA y la aplicación CA Dream Act? ¿Necesito ambos para ir a la universidad?


Registrense y únase a nosotros para una conversación íntima e informativa sobre estas dos legislaciones diferentes y obtenga respuestas a estas y otras preguntas.

 

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STUDENT PANEL: The Importance of Applying for Financial Aid


Thursday, Jan. 28

4-5 p.m.

 

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PARTICIPATE IN THESE VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS & WEBINARS

OCTOBER FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION WORKSHOPS

 

 

Available On Demand

 

  • Financial Literacy: Better Money Habits
  • Financial Aid Overview: What is Financial Aid?
  • Must Be the Money: FAFSA Overview
  • Study Habits: Keys to Success
  • Must Be the Money: CA Dream Act Overview
  • Get Your Money: Find & Apply for Scholarships

 



 

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NOVEMBER COLLEGE APPLICATION WORKSHOPS

 

 

Available On Demand

 

  • No Money, Some Problems: How to Petition for Financial Aid
  • What You Need to Know: CSU Applications
  • What You Need to Know: UC Applications
  • What You Need to Know: The Common Application
  • Don't Be Basic! Learn the Basics of Community College
  • College Promise Panel
  • Mindfulness for First-Generation Students of Color
  • What You Need to Know: Community College Applications

 

 

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JANUARY FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION WORKSHOPS

 

 

Available On Demand

 

  • What You Need to Know: FAFSA Overview
  • What You Need to Know: CA Dream Act Overview






 


 

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CALIFORNIA STUDENT AID COMMISSION WEBINARS

 

 

January - February, 2021


Do you need Cash for College? It’s not too late. Complete the Federal Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) now! Join the California Student Aid Commission to learn about the FAFSA and CADAA application and get your questions answered via the FREE hotline!

 

 



 

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ON-DEMAND, VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS


COLLEGE APPLICATION WORKSHOPS

NO MONEY, SOME PROBLEMS: HOW TO PETITION FINANCIAL AID

 

Available On Demand

 

Has your family had an income change in the last 12 months? Did your hours get reduced or are you laid off? If your family does not have the same amount of income that was reported on the financial aid application, you are able to petition the financial aid office to change the financial aid package. Learn more at our Nov. 2 workshop.

 

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: CSU APPLICATIONS


Available On Demand


The CSU application deadline is quickly approaching! Although the California State University has extended its deadline to Dec. 4, don't wait! Join our webinar on Nov. 5 to learn more about the application and get all your questions answered.

 

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: UC APPLICATIONS


Available On Demand


The Nov. 30 deadline to submit your UC applications is quickly approaching. Don’t know where to start? Join us and our college application experts to get answers to your most pressing questions. They will provide an overview of what the application looks like and everything you need to do to make sure you submit it correctly.


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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: THE COMMON APPLICATION


Available On Demand


If you’re interested in applying to a private university – such as USC, Loyola Marymount or any others – then this is the workshop for you! Join us on Nov. 10 to find out what you will need to submit your applications to countless private universities.

 

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DON'T BE BASIC! LEARN THE BASICS OF COMMUNITY COLLEGE


Available On Demand


If you’re considering attending a community college after graduation, join us for a panel discussion with local community colleges on Nov 12. Expert representatives from local campuses will provide you with basic information on how you can get started and resources you can find while you attend community college.

 

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COLLEGE PROMISE PANEL

 

Available On Demand


You may have heard that local community colleges offer tuition free admission to first-time students. How do you apply? What do you need to qualify? Join our panel of experts that can explain what the L.A. College Promise is and how different community colleges are trying to support you throughout your first year.

 

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MINDFULNESS FOR FIRST-GENERATION STUDENTS OF COLOR


Available On Demand


The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on our everyday lives, including our mental health. Join us for our mindfulness workshop in partnership with Let's Go to College LA to learn new skills on how to take care of yourself and for a fun, guided painting activity.


The first 35 students to register before Nov. 10, 2020, will receive a painting kit mailed to them.


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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: COMMUNITY COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

 

Available On Demand


If you’re interested in applying to a community college and are unsure of how to start your application, this is the workshop for you! Our experts will provide you with an overview of the community college application process and answer your most pressing questions.

 

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VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIR

 

Available On Demand


Attend an exhibit of four-year universities and community colleges! They’ll provide information on their individual campuses. If you have questions about admissions, financial aid or campus life, register for their sessions this Saturday!


Hear from:

  • CSU, Dominguez Hills
  • CSU, Fullerton
  • CSU, Los Angeles
  • Cerritos College
  • Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science
  • East LA College
  • FIDM
  • Long Beach City College
  • LA Southwest College
  • LA Trade-Tech
  • Los Angeles Valley College
  • Loyola Marymount University
  • Mt. Saint Mary’s University
  • University of Dubuque
  • University of San Francisco

 

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FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOPS

 FINANCIAL LITERACY: BETTER MONEY HABITS


Available On Demand

 

The COVID-19 pandemic has not only taken a toll in our everyday lives but as well as our financial lives. Join us for our Financial Literacy workshop in partnership with Let’s Got to College LA to learn new skills on budgeting and how to set up emergency funds.

 

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FINANCIAL AID OVERVIEW: WHAT IS FINANCIAL AID?


Available On Demand
(English and Spanish)

 

Join us for our Financial Aid Overview workshop to learn about the different types of financial aid that can help you throughout your college career. Yes, there are different types of financial aid available for you! You will get an introduction to new vocabulary that will make understanding financial aid easier.

 

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MUST BE THE MONEY: FAFSA OVERVIEW

 

Available On Demand 
(English and Spanish)

 

Unsure of what FAFSA is and how it works? Must Be the Money: FAFSA Overview is here to provide you with basic insight on what the FAFSA application looks like, who is eligible to apply, and what you need in order to apply.

 

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STUDY HABITS: KEYS TO SUCCESS


Available On Demand

 

This academic year has undoubtedly been overwhelming and difficult. Online learning is forcing many students to adapt to a style they are unfamiliar with. Nonetheless, there are many techniques, tips, tricks and more that can help students remain academic stars!


Join us, in partnership with Let's Go to College LA, to hear directly from college students about study habits that work.


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MUST BE THE MONEY: CA DREAM ACT OVERVIEW

 

Available On Demand

(English and Spanish)

 

Did you know that the CA Dream Act application allows many undocumented students to receive state-based financial aid? Join us to learn more about the CA Dream Act application (CADAA), what the eligibility requirements are, and how to apply.

 

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GET YOUR MONEY: FIND & APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS


Available On Demand

(English and Spanish)

 

Looking for free money to pay for your college needs? Scholarships can provide you with some extra dollars for tuition, school supplies and other immediate needs. Join us to learn where to find and how to apply for scholarships.
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EVENT SCHEDULE

NOVEMBER VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS:

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS


WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: CSU APPLICATIONS 


Tuesday, Nov. 3


WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: UC APPLICATIONS 

 

Thursday, Nov. 5


WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: THE COMMON APPLICATION 

 

Tuesday, Nov. 10

DON'T BE BASIC! LEARN THE BASICS OF COMMUNITY COLLEGE PANEL 

 

Thursday, Nov. 12

MINDFULNESS FOR FIRST-GENERATION STUDENTS OF COLOR

 

In Collaboration with Let's Go To College LA

 

Tuesday, Nov. 17

WEEKEND SESSION: EXHIBITORS


Featuring CA and Out-Of-State Exhibitors


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FINANCIAL AID COMPLETION LABS


In Collaboration with Cal-SOAP LA

 

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OCTOBER VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS:

FINANCIAL AID

 Cal-SOAP LA’s Financial Aid Completion Lab (FAFSA)


The Financial Aid Completion Labs are open to all students in need of support filling out and submitting their financial aid applications. Get support completing your application correctly from trained professionals.


Wednesday, Oct. 14
4-6 p.m.

 
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 Financial Literacy: BETTER MONEY HABITS

 

The COVID-19 pandemic has not only taken a toll in our everyday lives but as well as our financial lives. Join us for our Financial Literacy workshop in partnership with Let’s Got to College LA to learn new skills on budgeting and how to set up emergency funds.

 

Thursday, Oct. 15
4-5 p.m.

 
REGISTER

Financial Aid Overview: What is Financial Aid? 


Join us for our Financial Aid Overview workshop to learn about the different types of financial aid that can help you throughout your college career. Yes, there are different types of financial aid available for you! You will get an introduction to new vocabulary that will make understanding financial aid easier.


Tuesday, Oct. 20
English: 4-5 p.m.

Spanish: 5:15-6:15 p.m.

 
REGISTER

Must be the Money: FAFSA Overview

 

Unsure of what FAFSA is and how it works? Must Be the Money: FAFSA Overview is here to provide you with basic insight on what the FAFSA application looks like, who is eligible to apply, and what you need in order to apply.


Thursday, Oct. 22 
English: 4-5 p.m.

Spanish: 5:15-6:15 p.m.

 
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Study Habits: KEYS TO SUCCESS

  

Studying can seem unbearable, but we have you covered. Join us for a panel discussion in partnership with Let’s Got to College LA on essential study skills and habits. We will be joined by a panel of current college students ready to share their best practices for studying for your college exams.

 

Monday, Oct. 26
4-5 p.m.

 
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Must be the Money: CA Dream Act OvervieW

  

Did you know that the CA Dream Act application allows many undocumented students to receive state-based financial aid? To learn more about the CA Dream Act application (CADAA), what the eligibility requirements are, and how to apply, join us for an overview on the CA Dream Act.


Tuesday, Oct. 27 

English: 4-5 p.m.

Spanish: 5:15-6:15 p.m.

 

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Cal-SOAP LA’s Financial Aid Completion LaB (CA DREAM ACT APPLICATION)

 

The Financial Aid Completion Labs are open to all students in need of support filling out and submitting their financial aid applications. Get support completing your application correctly from trained professionals.

 

Wednesday, Oct. 28 
4-6 p.m.

 
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Get your money: Find & Apply for Scholarships

 

Looking for free money to pay for your college needs? Scholarships can provide you with some extra dollars for tuition, school supplies and other immediate needs. Join us in order to learn where to find and how to apply to scholarships.


Thursday, Oct. 29 
English: 4-5 p.m.

Spanish: 5:15-6:15 p.m.

 

REGISTER


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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR WORKSHOPS

THROUGHOUT THE 2020 – 2021 ACADEMIC SCHOOL YEAR

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Workshop Presenter

College & nonprofits

Share your expertise on academic preparation, college eligibility and admissions, internships and work experience, scholarships opportunities, parent engagement and more!

 

Please email Maria Marquez Alvarez with subject: "CFC Workshop Presenter Interest."

College Exhibitor

CEO & co-founder

Representatives from accredited post-secondary educational institutions are invited to participate as virtual College Exhibitors to promote opportunities available at their campus.

 

Please email Maria Marquez Alvarez with subject: "CFC College Exhibitor Interest."

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