Take Stock in Children 2019-2020 scholarship applications available

KEY WEST, FL, August 20, 2019 –Take Stock in Children scholarship applications are now available in Monroe County middle and high schools. Students in grades 7 – 10 who meet the income and academic guidelines should apply for this unique college scholarship & career readiness opportunity.

“This is an outstanding program that offers much more than a college scholarship to eligible candidates. Our students meet once a week for 45 minutes during the school year with their volunteer mentor, they participate in college and career readiness workshops, and receive assistance from their college success coach while in middle and high school,” explains TSIC program coordinator Chuck Licis.

Eligible TSIC students sign a contract promising to earn passing grades each grading period, maintain good attendance and behavior, attend college/career readiness workshops, meet weekly with their mentor, and remain crime and drug free. Upon successful completion of the Take Stock in Children program, high school graduates receive access to a Florida Prepaid tuition scholarship!

“Whether their goal is to earn an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or an industry certificate,” Licis said, “our team of TSIC success coaches and mentors along with their teachers and parents help guide and motivate the TSIC scholars towards their dream of attending the Florida college, university, or technical college or their choice.”

Take Stock in Children is the flagship program of the Monroe County Education Foundation. Over 700 scholarships have been granted to Monroe County students since 2000, and over 70% of those students have earned a college degree or career certificate. Well above the national average! For more information, visit www.monroecountyedfound.com. Contact a Take Stock in Children College Success Coach at a school near you for an application of more information.

Completed TSIC scholarship applications for the current year must be submitted by Friday, September 13, 2019. Applications and required documents may be returned to the front office of each middle or high school or mailed to Take Stock in Children, PO Box 2561, Key West, FL 33045.

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