OSAC and ASPIRE offer a variety of webinars throughout the year for students, parents, and career/college practitioners. Our webinars provide up-to-date information about Oregon grant programs, scholarships, financial aid application assistance, and support via live Q&A. Our webinars are available at no cost. Registration is required to receive event link and reminder email. Follow us on social media and sign-up for our newsletters to learn about new offerings. Also, be sure to check this page frequently for updates.
Webinars will relate to career and/or college planning and may include financial aid and scholarship support, student loan information, the Oregon College Savings Plan, and more.
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Webinars geared toward counselors, teachers, career/college advisors, and ASPIRE coordinators who assist students and adult learners with career and college plans.
Join us to learn how to navigate FAFSA Plus+, including tips for troubleshooting student needs and program details.
Introduction to free resources to support Coordinators and Counselors as they guide students through the Common App.
Presenters: Louise Franklin, Anne Holmdahl & Marilyn O'Toole
Introduce tools to help students with employability -- cover letters, resumes, interviews, and networking.
Presenters: Miranda Ryan, Senior Program Manager & Sean Morrin, Senior Program Manager
Introduction to lessons and resources to use in middle school.
Presenter: Lori Ellis, Director C3
This webinar is for ASPIRE Coordinators, Counselors, and Mentors to know how to support students after they have received their admissions acceptance letters. Students often are confused about what important steps they need to be taking to help them finalize their college decision and make sure they are ready for the fall. Whether students have been accepted at private/public universities or community colleges, learn the important next steps for seniors so you can help them successfully reach their college dreams.
Presenter: Tania Sanchez, Associate Director of Multicultural Recruitment and Outreach and Special Assistant to the Vice President
Webinars geared toward ASPIRE coordinators and ASPIRE mentors who assist students and adult learners with career and college plans. No need to register, just click on the links below.
Join the ASPIRE community (Coordinators, Mentors and Specialist) as we share updates and the latest and greatest news, resources and programs for ASPIRE 2024-2025. Questions are welcomed and appreciated! Notes to include the yearly cycle, end-of-year, and how ASPIRE values diversity. (MS & HS)
Understanding FAFSA & ORSAA, updates and general expectations on 2025-26 application, FSA ID, supporting mixed status families, and students with special circumstances. (HS)
Overview of the application, including pro-tips for searching, examples of searches, how-to add to the application, early bird deadline, appeals process, and awarding expectations. (HS)
Come see what's new in MS resources (hint: pocket planner, family presentation, activities, and more) to help meet your career and college readiness goals. (MS)
Planning a career and/or college week can be a great way to promote ASPIRE Awareness at your site and at the same time educate students and staff about career and college pathways and future planning. Sitewide events can provide more support to traditionally underserved students. Come learn about a variety of ways to build and have fun creating a college/career week engaging ALL students at your site. (MS & HS)
Join us to for this highlight of two OSAC grants: OPG application expectations, communication with students and families, timelines, and appeals; and Chafee grant + tuition waiver eligibility, application, and timelines. (HS)
Join us for an engaging and practical webinar designed specifically for high school educators looking to enhance their career readiness curriculum! Using the Oregon Careers 2024 magazine as a primary resource, this session will provide you with grade-level appropriate activities that inspire and guide students as they explore future career paths. (HS)
Highlighting two OSAC grants: OTSG and ONGSTA program benefits, commitments, eligibility, application expectations, and timelines. (HS)
AC Community time -- celebrating the end of the year with show and tell successes. (MS & HS)
Webinars hosted by partner organizations that help students plan for their future, provide assistance during the college planning experience, or offer post-college success tips.
Thinking about life after high school? Learn more about how to pay for your education no matter your financial situation. We'll discuss scholarships, grants, financial aid applications, college costs, and more, and help you feel comfortable with your options.
¿Está pensando en su vida después de la escuela secundaria? Obtenga más información sobre cómo pagar su educación sin importar su situación financiera. Discutiremos las becas, las subvenciones, las solicitudes de ayuda financiera, los costos universitarios y más, y lo ayudaremos a sentirse cómodo con sus opciones.
Presenter: Jenn Satalino, Director of The College Place-Oregon (ECMC)
A presentation designed to help high school students, and their families understand how education can change their lives, how to choose their education path, and learn how to pay for college. Identify what steps they can take now to prepare for education beyond high school.
Presenter: Jenn Satalino, Director of The College Place-Oregon (ECMC)
Short videos created to help assist students and families complete the FAFSA.