If you have found that you don’t magically know everything there is to know about navigating educational systems, training programs, or how to land an awesome job, you are not alone. In fact, I would venture to guess that most of us are faking-it-till-we-make-it, or googling our way through the tough questions. This next section is for those of you who want to work smarter-not-harder; gaining an inside peek at some tips and incredible resources for achieving your dreams with a little more ease. For a list of student support modules check out https://wsac.wa.gov/12th-year-campaign.
Fund your dreams, sky’s the limit (unless you are into aerospace)
Financial aid, Scholarships & FAFSA/WASFA
Good news! There is so much money out there to fund your dreams and we can help you find it.
Don’t just wish, make a plan
Tutoring and basic needs
Here are a few local support services and other resources that can help you get to and through educational pathways that are challenging.
It’s much easier to grow with support
Applications & testing
In this section you will find essay application tips, resources for testing support and services available for in-person support.
For a list of COVID-19, money management, and food resources check out the Whatcom Asset Building Coalition website: https://www.whatcomabc.org/quality-of-life/covid-19/
If what you need isn’t listed in any of these three sections, there is a high probability that The Opportunity Council will have you covered. Check out their site here for a full list of resources: https://internal.oppco.org/resources/guide.php