College Transitions

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Individualized Career Counseling

with Rhonda Jacobson

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With certified career advisors on staff, we can help you create a career pathway plan that’s right for you.

• Explore occupations

• Develop career goals and objectives

• Assess your academic readiness

• Find training programs

• Develop your resume and cover letter

• Learn about interviewing techniques and the job search process

By appointment.

Available in Fryeburg and Naples.

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College Transitions

with Rhonda Jacobson

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If you’ve been thinking about going back to school and furthering your education, enrolling in our Maine College Transitions program could be perfect for you! Maine College Transitions is a complete college advising and preparation program that guides you to your goals. Whether you know exactly what you want, or have no idea what you want to do, our College Transitions program is the best place to start. Ease into a complete college preparation program that will set you up for success, step by step:

• Develop college goals and objectives

• Explore program majors

• Assess your academic skills readiness

• Receive academic remediation

• Understand financial aid and planning

• Receive assistance in the college application process

• Receive on-going support through your first semester of college

Please call our College & Career Advisor at 647-3015 or email: Rhonda.jacobson@lakeregionschools.org for more information.

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Successful Scholarship Searches and Applications

with FAME Specialist, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)

Feb

Next session: February 26th, 2025

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Scholarships can go a long way in helping students cover college costs, but being successful in the scholarship application process can take some work. In this session you'll learn to build and work your own scholarship application plan. You'll also learn about and try out different scholarship websites, learn how to best use a scholarship information tracker, and learn to avoid some of the challenges the scholarship process. Students and parents interested in learning about the scholarship process can join Jessica Whittier, College Access Counselor with the Finance Authority of Maine for this 1-hour workshop as we talk scholarships.

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Student Loan Repayment Strategies and Pro Tips

with FAME Specialist, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)

May

Next session: May 7th, 2025

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There are many different facets to the student loan program that can be powerful in helping you achieve your financial goals but also can be confusing. If you are struggling with your payments, did you know there are several income-based repayment plans as well as deferment or forbearance? Did you know you could get .25% off your interest rate if you sign up for auto-debit on your federal loans? Do you know you can work towards loan forgiveness now if you work for a non-profit, government or tribal agency? Whether you have recently graduated from college or have been repaying your students loans for a long time, join us to learn how to best manage your student loan repayment. Join Nikki Vachon, College Access Counselor from the Finance Authority of Maine as she shares pro-tips and answers questions.

Planning and Paying for College

with FAME Specialist, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)

Mar

Next session: March 5th, 2025

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Do you have children who will be looking at college in the next few years or might you be thinking of returning to school yourself? Now is a great time to start thinking about the college financial aid process and ways to boost college savings. The earlier you start, the more confident and relaxed you will feel when it is time to apply for financial aid. Join Jessica Whittier, College Access Counselor with the Finance Authority of Maine for this 1-hour workshop as we talk all things paying for college.

Putting the Literacy in Financial Literacy: Book Club with FAME

with FAME Specialist, Finance Authority of Maine (FAME)

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Join FAME's College Savings Counselor, Maire Pelletier, in exploring Girls that Invest by Simran Kaur. This course is a great introduction to investing. All experience levels are welcome! (For general education purposes only, and should not be used as legal, tax, or financial advice.). Book synopsis: Your step-by-step guide to financial independence - from the creator of the #1 investing education podcast, Girls That Invest. Ever wondered how on Earth the stock market works, but felt too intimidated to ask "those" questions? This is the book for you! In this guide to investing in stocks (aka shares), Simran Kaur teaches the essential principles you can apply to any market, anywhere in the world. Because money provides the freedom to say yes or no, the freedom to handle whatever life throws at you, and the freedom to grow and prosper. This book is your invitation to join the thriving community of women who are building a better financial future. Investing is for everyone. Pick up Girls That Invest, become an investor-in-training, and claim a space for yourself in the world of finance - so you too can find financial independence and create generational wealth. Students will need to purchase their own copy of the book to participate. This class meets every other Tuesday on the following dates: 2/4/2025, 2/18/2025, 3/4/2025, 3/18/2025, and 4/1/2025 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.