WELCOME SENIORS
My name is Ms. Marilyn Siadman and I am the BRACE Advisor at Monarch High.
I am here to assist you with all your post secondary choices. Whether it is a 4 year college, in state or out, a 2 year community college, a vocational/technical school, military service, apprenticeship programs or entering the work force, the BRACE office has information.
SCHOLARSHIPS
I will post Scholarship bulletins on this website and they will also be available in Guidance and BRACE. Click on the link below:
SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN January 2012
Don't forget to apply for the BRACE Scholarship!
The criteria for obtaining scholarship money are extremely diverse. It can be for academics, a particular major, an ethnic background, financial need, an essay on a particular topic or the specific school you are going to. Each scholarship has a different deadline. Sometimes you may be the only student who applies. The key to obtaining scholarships is applying and meeting deadlines.
Got Mail? Many organizations are targeting you for a piece of the money pie! Please remember to Beware of Scams! "FAFSA.com" is targeting many students now. Applying for Financial Aid for college is a good thing and we do want all college bound seniors to apply online after January 1st. However it's important to know, when the time comes, go to the official website to apply for financial aid. It's available for FREE at: www.FAFSA.ed.gov. What sometimes happens...students will google FAFSA because they know they need to do it and the first thing that comes up on the search engine is the .com company... with a hefty fee.
BEWARE OF ANY COMPANY THAT WANT TO CHARGE YOU FOR A SCHOLARSHIP OR FINANCIAL INFORMATION. THERE ARE COMPANIES THAT ARE INTERESTED IN SCAMMING YOU. CHECK WITH YOUR BRACE ADVISOR IF YOU ARE UNSURE.
BRIGHT FUTURES As of December 1, 2011 all Seniors are eligible to apply for a Bright Futures Scholarship. It is an online application: www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org This one application is used for over 20 State programs including Robert C. Byrd, Jose Marti, Rosewood Family Scholarship and Florida Student Assistance Grant. Students should apply as soon as possible because the deadline for scholarships and grants differ. If you qualify for ONE of the Bright Futures Awards and fill out the application you will automatically be awarded the scholarship. THIS FORM IS NOT THE FAFSA - FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID. THAT IS A SEPARATE FORM THAT CAN BE COMPLETED AFTER JAN 1, 2012.
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SAT OR ACT tests are required for entrance into our State Universities. Again, the preferred and easiest way is to register on line: www.act.org - www.collegeboard.com.
CEEB OR HIGH SCHOOL CODE FOR MONARCH HIGH: 100328
Fee waivers are available for students who are eligible for free or reduced lunch. See Ms. Siadman
in the BRACE office to pick up the waiver.
TRYING TO DECIDE WHICH TEST TO TAKE? CHECK OUT: SAT vs ACT
Upcoming test dates:
ACT: 9/10, 10/22, 12/10, 2/11, 4/14, 6/9
SAT: 10/1, 11/5, 12/3, 1/28, 3/10, 5/5, 6/2
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CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Certificate programs can usually be completed in less than one year and prepare you for immediate employment.
Whether as a Pre School Teacher, Licensed Practical Nurse, Court Reporter, Legal/Medical Secretary, Electrician,
TV Production Tech., Graphic Designer, Dental Assistant, Computer Programmer, Automotive/Marine Technician
just to name a few.
For a complete listing of the programs available at our Public Broward Technical Centers : click on the following link
Broward Technical Centers Programs