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First five years of a Child's life

A child’s most formative years are their youngest – from birth to age five, according to studies. About 90 percent of a child's brain develops in that time and 85 percent of a child's intellect, personality and social skills are developed by that age. Click here for more information on early childhood education. 

 

Help Your Child Succeed in School

Parent involvement is a critical component of a child’s success in school.  Experts encourage parents to stay involved; monitor homework, communicate with the child’s school and teacher, encourage reading and active learning.  Click here for more information on how you can help pave the way for your child’s future.

 

    Tutoring

Under the No Child Left Behind Act, if your child attends a public school that receives Title 1 federal money, and your family qualifies for the federal lunch program, your child may be entitled to receive free tutoring. Call the U.S. Department of Education's information line at 1-888-814-6252 for more details

 

 

Taking the SAT and ACT?

Registration dates, deadlines and sample questions to help you prepare for the big day! >Read more...

 

 

Getting your GED

The General Educational Development (GED) is the equivalent of a high school diploma for people who did not finish high school To get your GED you need to take an examination. The examination tests knowledge in five subject areas: Language Arts, Writing; Language Arts, Reading; Mathematics; Science; Social Studies. There are many resources that can help you prepare for the test. Click on the below links to learn if you are eligible to take the GED, how to prepare for the test, locate a test center and other valuable information.

Preparing for the GED 
Taking the GED | GED Fact Sheet

 

Going to College

A college education can help you achieve your goals; whether you want to be a fashion designer, graphic artist, doctor, or a lawyer, going to college will provide you with opportunities. Everything you need to know to plan for college, find out information on grants, loans and other resources that will help you plan for a successful future, Click here.


Finding Free Money | ED.gov

 

 

    College Scholarships

For high school students who need financial assistance for college, the  following programs offer college scholarships, we recommend the following:

 

Gates Millenium Scholars Program   Los Angeles Junior Chamber of Commerce l Jackie Robinson Foundation

Vocational Training

Vocational training in various fields can help you toward financial independence.  For more information on career training programs, click hereClick here.

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

·        Why go to college? Where can you get help? >Find out NOW!