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📢 Attention Seniors & Families — FAFSA Applications Now Open!

The 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open. This is your opportunity to apply for federal grants, loans, and work-study to help finance college or career training.

What to do next:

1. Go to fafsa.gov (or use the official FAFSA app).

2. Create or log in with your FSA ID (student + parent).

3. Have these documents ready:

   • Federal income tax returns & W-2s

   • Social Security Number

   • Driver’s license (if applicable)

   • Records of untaxed income

   • Bank statements & investment info

4. Fill out, submit, and keep track of your application.

Important deadlines:

• Federal deadline: June 30, 2026

• State & school deadlines vary — check with your school or state aid agency and submit early to maximize aid.

Need help?
We’ll be hosting FAFSA workshops October 14th and offering one-on-one support.

Career/College Pathways In a Nutshell:

Steps towards going to college:

1. Fill out the FAFSA or WASFA
2. Apply to colleges
3. Apply for scholarships

Steps towards joining the military:

1. Take the ASVAB
2. Meet with a recruiter

Steps toward an apprenticeship:

1. Contact local union
2. Take entry test