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Preparing for a Productive Winter

Winter can be a stressful time for students… big exams, gloomy weather, college deadlines… but we are here to help students get the most out of these months! Using this time to finish 2020 strong, submit the last few college applications, and maybe make some money over the winter break are all great ways your students can find success this winter. To support your advising efforts, check out this month’s articles, videos, and downloadable resources - for FREE!

Downloadable Resources

Texas Content Downloads for the Preparing for a Productive Winter Bundle

Resources available for free download. Send them to students, print them for your classroom, or incorporate them into a lesson plan or counseling session!

Content and Videos

3 Tips to Help You Prepare for a Big Exam

Think of exams like a performance. Big tests are no different! If you practice diligently and give yourself time to prepare leading up to that big “performance” day, you’ll earn that A grade.

How to Prepare for Different Online Exam Methods

Online exams are like paper exams, the main difference? The tools you will be using. Here's how to prepare for online exams.

The Best Scholarship Websites For Finding Money

Having trouble finding scholarships? Check our review of the Best Scholarship Websites

Scholarships for Texas Students

Students in Texas can find a wide variety of scholarships to help pay for college - check out our list here!

Submit That FAFSA Early = More Texas Grants!

Fill out the FAFSA as soon as possible to be eligible for these great Texas grants

Expensive College Application Fees Got You Down? Get A Waiver

Apply to college without the fees - Detroit College Challenge

5 Steps To Get A Letter Of Recommendation

Learn how and when to ask for letters of recommendation - Detroit College Challenge

Make a Brag Sheet for Your Letter of Recommendation Writer

Creating your brag sheet is the key to getting the best possible letter of recommendation!

Need a Seasonal Job? Here’s Who’s Hiring This Holiday Season

Several companies are hiring this holiday season. Check out our list to see who's hiring.

Writing A Resume? Use A Template!

Use our resume template!

How to Send SAT & ACT Scores To Colleges

You get up to four free score reports! Here's how to send SAT scores and ACT scores to colleges.

Easy Scholarships That You Can Apply to Right Now!

No long essays, no minimum GPAs! Check out the Easy Scholarships that you can apply to right now!