It's never too early to begin thinking about and preparing for college. With many things to consider during the college decision process, we discuss what families need to know with Isaiah Sneed, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Southern California (USC). Please email [email protected] for questions or more information.

Nunca es demasiado pronto para empezar a pensar y prepararse para la universidad. Hay muchas cosas que considerar durante el proceso y tomamos el programa de hoy para contestar preguntas de padres. Si tiene mas preguntas o temas que quieren escuchar envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected]. En el episodio discutimos becas. Visite estos sitios de web para mas información: CollegeGreenlight.com, Scholarship.com, Cappex.com, MyScholly.com, y FederalStudentAid.gov

While an IB Education is often selective at most school districts, Uplift Education incorporates IB into every classroom and for every scholar. Not sure what IB is? Join us as we explore the many benefits an IB education provides as we welcome Francisco Estrada, College Counselor at Uplift Heights. Please email rtcc@uplifteducation for more information.

La educación IB suele ser selectiva en la mayoría de los distritos escolares, Uplift Education incorpora el IB en cada materia y para todos los alumnos. ¿No estás seguro de qué es IB? Exploren los muchos beneficios que ofrece la educación del IB con nuestro invitado, Francisco Estrada, consejero universitario de Uplift Heights. ¿Tiene alguna pregunta o tema que desea aprender? Manden un correo electrónico a [email protected].

New school year, new season! We're launching the 2nd season of the Eyes on the Road Podcast! Robert and Camille welcome special guests, Tracy Odom and Abby Kaiser, to talk about virtual learning, how Uplift is remaining committed to scholar success and what families can do to stay engaged this school year. Have a question about this episode? Email [email protected] or visit www.uplifteducation.org for more details.

¡Nuevo año escolar, nueva temporada! ¡Lanzamos la segunda temporada del podcast Eyes on the Road! Yanadira y Kim dan la bienvenida a invitados especiales, Yuritza Morales, Consejera Académica en Uplift Luna, para hablar sobre el aprendizaje virtual, cómo Uplift sigue comprometido con el éxito escolar y qué pueden hacer las familias para mantenerse comprometidas este año escolar.

Colleges and universities are preparing to welcome back students for fall classes. What are they doing to ensure the safety of students, teachers and staff? Christopher Stafford co-hosts as we chat with Melissa Thomas with Texas Tech and Gaelyn Rose with Lawrence University about what's changing on college campuses and how COVID-19 might impact the college application process for the senior class of 2021. Have a question? Email [email protected]

Resources discussed:

http://www.depts.ttu.edu/admissions/coronavirus/

https://blogs.lawrence.edu/covid-19/

Have you been wondering how COVID-19 is affecting Dallas businesses? If a college education is still valuable during a pandemic and recession? Or if there are resources available for those who recently lost their job? Camille Ehlers joins us again as co-host as we explore these questions with Elizabeth Caudill McClain of the Dallas Regional Chamber.

Resources discussed on the show:

https://sayyestodallas.com/jobs/displaced-workers/

www.dallaschamber.org

www.sayyestodallas.com

No one could have known how COVID-19 would impact businesses, schools and families. In a matter of days, millions of people were forced to make drastic changes to every element of their lives. Uplift Education was no exception. Dr. Remy Washington joins our last show of the season to reflect on the recent school year and share how Uplift families can prepare for next school year.

Do you ever think you could make a living doing what you love? Cherri Rowe, Chief Program Officer with Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas, joins us to share her college and career journey and how it led to a passion driven career. She'll also talk with us about summer enrichment programs she's creating for Dallas-area families. Camille Ehlers joins as guest co-host. For questions or additional information, please email [email protected]

Resources Mentioned:

https://www.uplifteducation.org/covid19

https://bgcdallas.org/bgcdathome/

https://bgcdallas.org/summer/