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How Incarceration Impacts the Basic Needs of Loved Ones & Families

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Partners take on increased caregiving duties and financial responsibilities , and parents, especially mothers and grandmothers, often re-enter the workforce or take on multiple jobs later in life just to get by. These dynamics affect household incomes, mental health, academic success, and long-term aspirations. There are exceptions.

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Legislation Would Introduce Grant Program for California Black-Serving Institutions

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AB 335 builds on that foundation by ensuring these institutions receive the funding and resources necessary to enhance their academic support programs and student services, he said in an interview with Diverse. This grant program represents the next step in his advocacy efforts.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The path to higher education success has many obstacles and barriers for Latinos across the U.S. Brown, is to advance Latino student success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting analysis to inform educational policies and advancing institutional practices. Santiago and Sarita E.

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Financial Aid 101: 6 Tips for Your Summer Family Workshop

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Summer is an ideal time for private K12 schools to build stronger partnerships with families, particularly when it comes to financial aid. A summer financial aid (FA) workshop can demystify the application process, build trust, and reduce confusion before the school year begins. Start by writing a simple goal statement.

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Ensure Equitable Access to Private School Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

To address this challenge, private K-12 schools can proactively implement strategies to ensure equitable access to financial aid. Simplified Application: Streamline the financial aid application process to minimize the burden on families. Key Strategies for Equitable Access and Promoting Diversity 1.

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Enhancing Family Experiences Through Financial Aid: Solutions and Strategies for Private K-12 Schools

School & Student Services by Community Brands

The National Association of Independent Schools found over the course of the 2022-23 school year that 43 percent of students at boarding schools received financial aid , and at day schools that number was 24 percent. Having a more streamlined financial aid solution to make the process easier for families to complete.

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How to Attract Diverse Families with Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

For private schools effectively communicating and highlighting their financial aid offerings is critical. Here are some key strategies schools can adopt to ensure families understand that a private education can be within reach, regardless of financial circumstances.