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Mental Health Matters IGTV

Summer is here and you finally made it! Take a deep breath and celebrate your achievement of getting through a tough year. Join us on Instagram on June 1 at 2 p.m. for a Mental Health Matters check-in! We’ll talk mental health on IGTV and provide you with some valuable tools and resources to help you cope with everyday stress.

FAFSA Frenzy Summer Events

Missouri students are getting a second chance at free help to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) this summer. The FAFSA Frenzy Summer Edition events are open to any Missouri student currently attending or interested in attending a college or university. Attendees should bring their FSA ID, social security number, 2019 federal tax returns, W-2s, and any records of any investments or money earned. All events are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and 4 to 7 p.m.

Locations for the FAFSA Frenzy Summer Edition include:

June 2 – Jefferson City Job Center

June 8 – St. Joseph Job Center

June 10 – Kennett Job Center

June 15 – Hannibal Job Center

June 17 – Kirksville Job Center

June 22 – Rolla Job Center

June 24 – West Plains

June 29 – Chillicothe

July 13 –Joplin Job Center

July 15 – Park Hills Job Center

High School Students

• Children ages 12-15 are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Find out more about the vaccine and how to sign up for your first dose here.
• Explore colleges this summer. If your family is taking a trip or visiting family this summer, ask to visit the nearby college or university to get a feel for campus life. Use the Missouri College and Degree Search to compare programs and schools you might be interested in.
• Register for the ACT and/or SAT There is no limit on the number of times you can take the test and improve your score. If money to pay for the test is an issue, talk to your high school counselor about getting your test fee waived.
• Job shadowing, volunteering, or attending specific types of camp can help you decide what you’re most passionate about. Set up some opportunities to learn more about your interests and possible career paths.

High School Seniors

• Follow this summer checklist to ensure you’re ready for college in the fall.
• If you haven’t applied to colleges yet, it’s not too late! Some schools have open enrollment and may not have early admission deadlines. Keep exploring your options!
• Submit a FAFSA! It’s the best way to secure financial aid. Remember: You can always turn down any loan you don’t want or need. Attend one of our free events this summer for help.
• Your scholarship search shouldn’t end when classes do. Keep applying for scholarships throughout the summer, and throughout your college career.

College Students

• If you are considering transferring schools, make sure all of your hard-earned credits will follow you to your new school. Know what you’re responsible for and entitled to as you start the transfer process.
• Deciding your major? Take a look at Missouri’s Career Grades and see which occupations are expected to have the most openings when you graduate.
• If you didn’t file your FAFSA yet, there’s still time. You need to file each year you’re enrolled in college to continue receiving financial aid. File at fafsa.gov today!

Important Dates

June 1 – Mental Health Matters IGTV

June 5 – Next SAT Test Day

June 12 – Next ACT Test Day

June 18 – July ACT Registration Deadline

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COVID-19 Resources

Learn about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, common myths, and how the vaccine was developed: com

Register yourself and your family for the COVID-19 vaccine using the Missouri Vaccine Navigator or by calling Missouri’s COVID-19 hotline (877) 435-8411.

Changes and accommodations have been made for several of Missouri’s State Financial Aid programs for 2020 and 2021 high school seniors. Learn more about those announcements at mo.gov/covid-19.php

Other student resources about COVID-19 are available at journeytocollege.mo.gov/covid-19-resources/.

Parents

Considering going back to school? Fast Track, Missouri’s grant program for adult students, is expanding this fall to include Public Health to the list of eligible program areas. Learn more about Fast Track today!

If you are interested in saving money for your student’s higher education, consider learning about and investing in a MOST 529

If you are a parent or guardian of a student with special needs, consider opening a MOABLE account, which allows individuals with disabilities to save and invest money without losing eligibility for certain public benefits programs.