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352 West 110th Street, Storefront, New York, 10025

www.goddard.org/options-institute

646-758-6555

Options at Goddard Riverside Community Center

The Options Center is one of 27 programs provided by Goddard Riverside Community Center. For over 28

years, we have been working to increase the number of underrepresented young people who gain access to

college and earn quality postsecondary degrees. The Options Center has two main components, College

Access & Success Counseling and the Institute.

Options College Access & Success Counseling

At the heart of the Options Center is our free one-to-one college access counseling service. Options supports

New York City students through the whole college process, from identifying postsecondary options to

choosing an academic and financial good-fit. Options serves over 250 high school juniors, seniors, and young

adults yearly.

The Options Center also offers a college success program which provides continued support to our young

people throughout college. Services include last-dollar scholarships, help with transportation, and

counseling on and off campus.

Options Institute

The Options Institute has drawn on the experience and knowledge of the counseling program to offer

training to school- and community-based professionals.

In the late 1990s, the Options Center received funding to replicate its college access model at four NYC non-

profits. Informed by the needs of the staff at those new centers, the first Options Foundation for College

Access Counseling Certificate Course was developed and offered publicly in 2005. Nine years later, the

hallmark program of the Institute continues to be the 60-hour certificate course. The course covers both the

basic knowledge counselors need to help young people through the college process and fundamental

counseling skills and youth development approaches to working with students. In addition, the Options

Institute offers a variety of stand-alone seminars on related topics such as working with immigrant students

and advanced financial aid workshops.

The Options Institute is engaged in a large scale training initiative through 2015 with the Office of

Postsecondary Readiness of the New York City Department of Education to train school personnel at all of

NYC’s public high schools in our main content areas.

Options Institute’s Approach

All Options Institute facilitators are also college access counselors who bring their own first-hand experience

and knowledge to seminars. We train from a practical perspective, using thoughtfully crafted curricula to

provide intensive, interactive learning experiences. Committed to adult learning theory, we help

participants build on what they know and immediately apply what they learn. Participants leave every

training with helpful resources to take their learning beyond the workshop.

Since our inception, the Options Institute is proud to have served over 3500 participants.

About the Options Center

Cont

Contact us at 646-758-6555 or [email protected] with questions.

. “This is some of the best information you will ever get.

Take the training if you want to be better at postsecondary counseling.”

“The course is fun and engaging, informative and helpful. The instructors are knowledgeable are up-to-date on current information and trends/issues.”

- 2014 Options Institute Course participants

The Options Institute is offering seminars on 21 topics in college access and success in 2014-2015, the 60-hour Foundation and Framework of College Access Counseling certificate course

and a six-session series for DOE staff. Seminars are designed for school and non-profit–based staff as well as volunteers working with young people on accessing and succeeding in college.

Table of Contents

page 2 Seminar Calendar at a Glance

page 4 Seminar Descriptions page 4 Good-Fit Colleges page 4 Applications & Admissions page 5 Financial Aid Counseling page 6 Specific Populations Page 7 College Success page 7 Program Structure page 7 Counseling Skills

page 8 60-hour Certificate Course

page 9 Counseling Series

page 12 DOE Series— Effective Postsecondary Planning: Supporting Access and Success for All Students A six-session series for staff working in NYC DOE schools, covering the

basic knowledge areas for effective postsecondary counseling. This series, presented in partnership with the DOE’s Office of Postsecondary Readiness, is offered free of charge.

Options Institute 2014-15 Table of Contents

. “This is some of the best information you will ever get.

Take the training if you want to be better at postsecondary counseling.”

“The course is fun and engaging, informative and helpful. The instructors are knowledgeable are up-to-date on current information and trends/issues.”

- 2014 Options Institute Course participants

1 To Register visit www.goddard.org/options-institute .

indicates a half-day seminar. Seminars are full-day unless noted.

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Options Institute 2014-15 Calendar At a Glance

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TIME AND PLACE:

Full-day seminars: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm; Half-day seminars: 8:30 am - 12:00pm

Breakfast is available at all sessions

Seminars take place at 352 W 110th Street in Manhattan unless otherwise indicated

Fall Semester 2014

September 2014

23 — Foundation Course Programming and Counseling Series … p9

October 2014

2 — Navigating the PSAT, SAT and ACT … p4 8 — Assessing Postsecondary Readiness … p4 9 — Assessing Postsecondary Readiness … p4 22 — Setting Up Your College Access Office - NEW! … p7 29 — Matching Students to Postsecondary Opportunities … p4 30 — Matching Students to Postsecondary Opportunities … p4

November 2014

5 — Immigrant Students and the College Process … p6 6 — Advanced Financial Aid: Dependency Override … p5 12 — Opportunity Programs - UPDATED! … p4 19 — Strong College Applications … p4 20 — Strong College Applications … p4

December 2014

2 — Counseling Skills - NEW! … p7 3 — Educational and Work-Related Alternatives to College … p4 16 — Financial Aid Application Process … p5 17 — Financial Aid Application Process … p5 18 — Advanced Financial Aid: Refresher and Updates … p5

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TO REGISTER

visit our website:

www.goddard.org/options-institute

Do you work in a NYC DOE High School?

There is a 6-session series specifically for you!

It is available at no cost through a partnership with

the NYC DOE Office of Postsecondary Readiness.

See page 12 for details.

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Spring Semester 2015 January 2015

21 — Foster Care Students and the College Process … p6 22 — Financial Aid Application Process … p5

February 2015

18 — Financial Aid for Foster Care Students … p6

19 — Students with Disabilities and the College Process - UPDATED! … p6

March 2015

5 — Financial Aid Packages, Loans and Gap … p5 11 — Financial Aid Packages, Loans and Gap …p5 26 — Educational and Work-Related Alternatives to College …p4 31 — Advanced Financial Aid: Returning Students - NEW! … p5

April 2015

1 — Transition to and Success in College … p7 23 — Immigrant Students and the College Process … p6 28 — Transition to and Success in College … p7 29 — Foundation Course Counseling Series … p9 30 — Foundation Course Counseling Series … p9

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Options Institute 2014-15 Calendar At a Glance

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CANCELLATION POLICY:

If you are unable to attend a workshop for which you have registered, e-mail [email protected] or call

646-758-6555 with at least 48 hours notice to receive a full refund or credit for future workshops.

We cannot issue refunds or credit with less than 48 hours notice.

INVOICING:

If you would like to receive an invoice rather than paying by credit card, please create an account on our

registration website and call 646-758-6555.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Contact Sasha Raskin

[email protected]

646-758-6555

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Assessing Postsecondary Readiness GF101 To better assist students with their postsecondary goals, effective college advisors must be able to evaluate students for postsecondary fit as well as assess their school or program’s college-going culture. Key topics include:

Skills, knowledge & attitudes students need to succeed

National and NY State college outcome statistics

Examining college going culture

Assessing the whole student through diplomas, transcripts, test scores and finances

Wed Oct 8, 2014 Full-day —$100 Thu Oct 9, 2014

Matching Students to Postsecondary Opportunities GF201

One key skill of an effective college advisor is helping students find postsecondary opportunities that meet their needs and interests. Key topics include:

Postsecondary landscape terminology

Special admissions and support programs (including EOP, HEOP, SEEK, CD, and others)

Matching students with quality programs

Supporting students to have balanced lists of good-fit postsecondary options

Pre-requisite: GF101 Assessing Postsecondary Readiness Wed Oct 29, 2014 Full-day —$100 Thu Oct 30, 2014

Educational and Work-Related Alternatives to College GF102

When searching for a good-fit program for a student, a bachelor’s or associate degree program is not always the right match. Key topics include:

Matching students with quality alternatives to college

Identifying options for a variety of students

Postsecondary programs such as certificate and job or career development programs

Helping students succeed in their chosen programs Wed Dec 3, 2014 Full-day —$100 Thu Mar 26, 2015 Thu Dec 18, 2014 and Thu Mar 12, 2015—DOE Staff only

Opportunity Programs GF102

For low-income students, opportunity programs are usually a great fit. They provide academic, social, and some financial support for students who would not otherwise be academically eligible to attend the college of their choice. Key topics include:

Different types of opportunity programs including EOP, HEOP, SEEK, CD

Resources that opportunity programs provide

Eligibility requirements and application tips Wed Nov 12, 2014 Full-day —$100

Strong College Applications AA101 Effective college access counselors must be skilled in helping students assemble and submit strong college applications. By comparing sample student applications, participants gain insight into an admission officer’s perspective and the relative importance of each component of the application. Participants also explore the value of advocacy in the college admissions process. Key topics include:

CUNY, SUNY, and Common applications

Supporting students to write strong college essays

Elements of strong recommendation letters

Advocating for students and supporting student self-advocacy

Wed Nov 19, 2014 Full-day —$100 Thu Nov 20, 2014

Navigating the PSAT, SAT and ACT: A Counselor’s Guide to College Admission Testing AA103 An interactive session in which you will share information and discuss strategies for dealing with the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. Led by a test preparation professional with over 20 years experience teaching tests, participants will explore:

How to understand scores on standardized tests

How to help students succeed on the tests

How to choose the best test for students and organizations

What resources are available Thu Oct 2, 2014 Half-day —$60 This workshop is presented by Bell Curves, the nation's only test prep company that focuses on under-served students, in partnership with the Options Institute.

Good-Fit Colleges

Applications & Admissions

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Financial Aid Application Process FAC101 Financial aid counseling is perhaps the most intimidating of the critical skills required of college advisors. Yet, our students must be able to complete the FAFSA and navigate the financial aid process to be able to attend and succeed in college. Key topics include:

How financial aid is awarded

Three critical questions in Financial Aid assessment

FAFSA & TAP application details & tips

PROFILE application tips

Financial dependence & independence

Dependency override

Complex case scenarios Tue Dec 16, 2014 Full-day —$100

Wed Dec 17, 2014 Thu Jan 22, 2015

Financial Aid Packages, Loans and Gap FAC201

Helping students apply for financial aid is an important first step, but college advisors play a critical role ensuring that young people can afford their postsecondary education without burdening their future with untenable debt. Key topics include:

Sources of financial aid

Analyzing & comparing financial aid packages

Advising around sound financial decisions

Understanding the federal loan process

Complex case scenarios Thu Mar 5, 2015 Full-day —$100 Wed Mar 11, 2015

Advanced Financial Aid Series This series is intended for participants already comfortable with the Financial Aid Application Process who wish to delve further into special topics.

Dependency Override FAC301 Dependency Overrides can complicate the financial aid application process for students who are already dealing with tenuous situations at home. Key topics include:

Identifying dependency override cases

Best practices for dependency override applications Thu Nov 6, 2014 Half-day —$60

Financial Aid for Returning College Students FAC302

The financial aid process does not stop with the first year of college. Returning college students must reapply annually by refiling the FAFSA and TAP and communicating with their college. Key topics include:

College Success and financial aid

Tips when filling out the FAFSA with returning college students

Tips on maintaining TAP awards Tue Mar 31, 2015 Half-day —$60

Application Refresher & Updates FAC 303 Financial aid applications and processes change each year. To be able to assist our students most effectively, professionals must stay current. Key topics include:

Updates on the 2015 financial aid applications & process

Complicated student situations to explore in roundtable discussion with colleagues

Thu Dec 18, 2014 Half-day —$60

Financial Aid Counseling

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“This seminar was excellent! It had a range of methods of delivering information, was well organized with engaging facilitators and participants. I will be able to better serve

my students.”

- 2014 Options Institute participant


New!

Immigrant Students and the College Process SP101 Undocumented students, permanent residents, refugees and asylees all face different challenges in applying to, getting in to, and paying for college. Guided by both legal and college access professionals, participants examine strategies and resources to help immigrant students through the college application and financial aid processes. Key topics include:

Identifying & understanding immigration status

Adjustment of immigration status

Impact of residency status on college admission and financial aid

Counseling undocumented students and students with undocumented parents through the college process

Presented in collaboration with a Legal Aid Society attorney. Wed Nov 5, 2014 Full-day —$100 Thu Apr 23, 2015

Students with Disabilities and the College Process SP102

Students with disabilities may face additional barriers in applying and transitioning to college. Participants learn about different college policies and supports, general resources for students with disabilities and their families, and the laws protecting students with disabilities. Key topics include:

Assisting students with disabilities in selecting where to apply to college

Supporting student applications

Helping students successfully transition

Thu Feb 19, 2015 Full-day —$100 Tue Mar 31, 2015—DOE Staff only Tue May 19, 2015—DOE Staff only

Foster Care Students and the College Process SP104 Foster care youth face a variety of challenges on the road to college. Participants will learn strategies to help NYC youth in care access and succeed in college, discuss difficult cases, and share best practices. Key topics include:

Differences and similarities in the college process for youth in care

Counseling foster care students through the college process

Transition to and success in college Wed Jan 21, 2014 Full-day —$100

Financial Aid for Foster Care Students FAC 304

Foster care youth face additional hurdles in the financial aid application process. There are many services and resources available that counselors and young people must know how to access. Key topics include:

Differences in FAFSA and TAP applications for youth in care

ETV Application

Resources available to NYC youth in care Wed Feb 18, 2014 Half-day —$60

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Specific Populations

Sign up for our mailing list! To receive regular updates from the Options Institute

including information about new and upcoming workshops, email [email protected]

with your name and organization.

If you have any questions: Contact Sasha, Training Program Associate

646-758-6555 or [email protected]

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Transition to and Success in College SU101 A variety of support systems exist to help students succeed in college. Effective college advisors must be able to refer their students wisely. Participants consider the challenges of settling into college. Key topics include:

Challenges that arise in the summer between high school and college

Addressing homesickness or the challenges of commuting to college

Helping students adapt to new social and cultural

environments

Resources and strategies to support student retention

Key academic social/emotional and financial college

success milestones

Wed Apr 1, 2015 Full-day —$100 Tue Apr 28, 2015

Setting Up Your College Access Office PS101

College access offices should provide students with information about the college application process, postsecondary opportunities, and resources to help them on their journey. To be effective, the resources available should be clearly displayed , engaging, and not overwhelming. This workshop is for counselors and supervisors new to the field of college access and for long time counselors looking for updated tips and resources. Key topics include:

Materials to include in your office

Timelines for making resources available

How to make the office an engaging space for young

people

Wed Oct 22, 2014 Half-day —$60

Counseling Skills CS101 Effective college access counseling requires strong counseling and communication skills. Participants explore research-based techniques for one-to-one counseling with young people around college access. Key topics include:

Student-centered counseling

Common counseling responses

Practice counseling and assessment of own counseling

skills

Tue Dec 2, 2014 Full-day —$100


Workshop details:

Full-day seminars: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm;

Half-day seminars: 8:30 am - 12:00pm

Seminars take place at

352 W 110th Street in Manhattan

unless otherwise indicated.

NYC College Line is a online resource that supports

advisors, students, and families to prepare for, get in

to, and complete college by connecting them to NYC-

based programs and web-based resources. Check it

out at: www.NYCCollegeline.org

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College Success

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The 60-Hour Foundation Course is an opportunity for college counselors and advisors to further develop the skill and capacity to effectively counsel students and ensure that youth development best practices are incorporated into their schools and programs. The course provides detailed exploration of relevant issues, ample time for discussion, hands-on practice, and concrete planning in nine workshops scheduled over an eight month period.

Requirements To receive the certificate for completing the 60-Hour Foundation Course, participants must attend all sessions and submit a satisfactory portfolio. In the case of extenuating circumstances, one absence may be excused.

Cost The maximum cost for the 60-Hour Foundation Course is $750. Actual costs will vary, depending on previous coursework. See FAQ on page 11 for more information.

Registration Please register for the 60-Hour Foundation Course by September 19, 2014. Register online at www.goddard.org/60.

60-Hour Foundation & Framework for College Access Counseling Certificate Course

The nine sessions of the 60-Hour Foundation course The five core content seminars focus on supporting students to explore the college landscape, develop well balanced college lists, submit strong college applications and access the best possible financial aid package. One elective allows for concentration on a particular student population or topic. The final three sessions, the Counseling Series, focus on effective counseling and program approaches.

Student Case Portfolio Each course participant is required to produce a 5-part portfolio in which they apply the knowledge gained from the core content seminars to a real student case demonstrating mastery working with young people around the college access process.

Options Institute 2014-15 60-hour Foundation Course


INFORMATION ABOUT THE PORTFOLIO The portfolio is a 5-part student case assignment for which participants apply the information and techniques learned in each core content seminar to a real student case. If participants do not have an appropriate student case to work with, a sample student will be provided. Assignments include:

Assessing a student for postsecondary readiness

Creating a balanced list of good-fit colleges

Writing a recommendation letter

Providing feedback on a college essay

Completing a financial assessment Portfolio submission is required in order to earn the Course certificate.

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2014 Fall Programming and Counseling Series . This fall the Options Institute is offering the Programming and Counseling Series for counselors who have attended all five core content seminars in the 2012-2013 and/or 2013-2014 academic years. Participants will be able receive a certificate upon completion of these dates and submission of a portfolio. Additional information will be provided at the first session. This series costs $250. *Description of Effective College Access Programming: Implementing changes in programs can be difficult. Each individual faces unique issues depending on the particular organization. Participants have an open forum to identify, troubleshoot and work through the challenges and opportunities they face in their daily routines.

60-Hour Foundation & Framework for College Access Counseling Certificate Course


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SCHEDULE AND REQUIREMENTS—AT A GLANCE

Core Content Seminars (8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) Dates

Assessing Postsecondary Readiness Oct 8 or Oct 9

- Course Orientation follows both Assessing Postsecondary Readiness workshops (3:30 - 5:00 p.m.)

Matching Students to Postsecondary Opportunities Oct 29 or Oct 30

Strong College Applications Nov 19 or Nov 20

Financial Aid Application Process Dec 16, Dec 17 or Jan 22

Financial Aid Packages, Loans and Gap Mar 5 or Mar 11

Elective Workshop

Participants must attend one additional workshop of their choosing from the following: Immigrant Students and the College Process, Students with Disabilities and the College Process, Educational and Work-Related Alternatives to College, Transition to and Success in College. For more information, see page 10.

Portfolio Assignments

The assignments are due on March 5, 2015 or March 11, 2015 at the Financial Aid Packages, Loans and Gap workshop.

2015 Counseling Series (8:30 a.m. –4:00 p.m.) Participants must commit to all the dates in one series. See pg 10 for details

Spring Series A

Spring Series B

Youth Development in College Access April 29 April 30

College Access Counseling Skills May 6 May 7

Common Counseling Challenges Practicum May 13 May 14

Culmination and Evaluation Meeting (8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) May 20 May 21

Programming and Counseling Series (8:30 a.m. –4:00 p.m.) Participants must commit to all the dates in this series. See pg. 10 for details

Dates

Youth Development in College Access September 23

College Access Counseling Skills September 30

Common Counseling Challenges Practicum October 7

Effective College Access Programming* October 14

Culmination and Evaluation Meeting (8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) October 21 at 9:00a.m.

OCTOBER 8 or 9

Assessing Postsecondary Readiness GF101

To better assist students with their postsecondary goals, effective college advisors must be able to evaluate students for postsecondary fit as well as assess their school or program’s college-going culture. Key topics include:

Skills, knowledge & attitudes students need to succeed

National and NY State college pipeline data

Examining college going culture

Assessing the whole student through diplomas, transcripts, test scores and finances

OCTOBER 29 or 30

Matching Students to Postsecondary

Opportunities GF201

One key skill of an effective college adviser is helping students find postsecondary opportunities that meet their needs and interests. Key topics include:

Postsecondary landscape terminology

Special admissions and support programs (including EOP, HEOP, SEEK, CD, and others)

Matching students with quality programs

Supporting students to have balanced lists of good-fit options

NOVEMBER 19 or 20

Strong College Applications AA101 Effective college access counselors must be skilled in helping students assemble and submit strong college applications. By comparing sample student applications, participants gain insight into the admission officer’s perspective and the influence of each component of the application. Participants also explore the value of advocacy in the college admissions process. Key topics include:

CUNY, SUNY, and Common applications

Supporting students to write strong college essays

Elements of strong recommendation letters

Advocating for students and supporting student self-advocacy

DECEMBER 16, 17 or JANUARY 22

Financial Aid Application Process FAC101 Financial aid counseling is perhaps the most intimidating of the critical skills required of college advisors. Yet, our students must be able to fully complete the financial aid application process to be able to attend and succeed in college. Key topics include:

How financial aid is awarded

Three critical questions in Financial Aid assessment

FAFSA & TAP application details & tips

PROFILE application tips

Financial dependence & independence

Dependency override

Complex case scenarios

MARCH 5 or 11

Financial Aid Packages, Loans and Gap FAC201

Helping students apply for financial aid is an important first step, but college advisors play a critical role ensuring that young people can afford their postsecondary education without burdening their future with untenable debt. Key topics include:

Sources of financial aid

Analyzing & comparing financial aid packages

Advising around healthy financial decisions

Understanding the federal loan process

Complex case scenarios

ELECTIVES Participants must choose one of the following workshops to attend as an elective:

Immigrant Students and the College Process Nov 5 or Apr 23 SP101 (more info on pg6

Students with Disabilities and the College Process Feb 19 SP102 (more info on pg6

Educational and Work-Related Alternatives to College

Dec 3, Mar 26 GF102 (more info on pg4

Transition to and Success in College Apr 1 or 28 SU101 (more info on pg7)

60-hour Foundation Course—Core Content Seminars



WEEK ONE:

Youth Development in College Access

Participants are introduced to the theoretical and practical underpinnings of strong college access programs. Participants examine their own program components to determine if they follow youth development best practice including aspects of resources, space and processes. Through group discussion and example scenarios, participants identify tools and opportunities to strengthen their college access programs. WEEK TWO:

College Access Counseling Skills

Effective college access work requires strong counseling and communication skills. Participants explore the active listening, probing and informing skills needed to work with young people on the college process. Participants learn an approach that puts the young person at the center, examine a range of common counseling responses and practice using effective skills in a range of situations. Participants engage in mock college counseling sessions and assess their own counseling skills and next steps.

WEEK THREE:

Common Counseling Challenges Practicum Building on College Access Counseling Skills, participants spend the day practicing skills, giving feedback and discussing strategies in response to a variety of case scenarios concerning the college and financial aid processes. Drawn from real life situations, scenario topics include but are not limited to: students who consistently miss appointments or fail to do follow-up, students whose academic performance will not allow them to get into their dream college or pursue their dream career and disagreements between parents and students about where the student should attend college.

WEEK FOUR:

Culmination 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Supervisors are invited to attend : 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. We will reflect on and share what has been learned over the 60-Hour Foundation Course, discuss college access and programming challenges, and hand out certificates.

MAY 2015

60-hour Foundation Course—Programming and Counseling Series


Who should attend this course?

The course is designed for both new and experienced counselors working directly with students around college access. Past participants have included guidance counselors, college counselors, youth advocates, advisory teachers, and volunteers from non-profit organizations and schools. Participants with experience ranging from zero to more than 10 years in the field have found the course valuable.

Are there any discounts?

Yes, the total will range between $250 and $750: Participants who have already

attended one or more core content seminars may deduct the cost of those sessions.

Organizations sending multiple staff or with an operating budget under $2 million are eligible for a discount.

Will I have classmates in the course?

Making connections with colleagues is one of the benefits of the course. You will meet other participants in the fall core content seminars. In the May Series, you will have a consistent class of peers.

How do I register for the course?

You can register for the course online by visiting www.goddard.org/60. Please be sure to register for all required components including the 5 core content days, 1 elective, and the Programming and Counseling Series. Each must be added to the shopping cart individually before checking out.

If I start the course and something changes, can I finish next year?

Yes. You can apply your participation in the core content days towards completion of the course for up to two years.

I came to an Options seminar last year on a topic covered in the course. Do I have to attend again this year to get the certificate?

Contact us for confirmation, but if you have taken a core content seminar in the past two years you may not have to repeat that session.

I am participating in the DOE Series, can I also take the course?

Yes, in most cases the DOE series can substitute for the core content days and elective. You will have to complete the DOE series sessions by April 2014. Contact the Options Institute at 646-758-6555 to register, schedule an orientation, and determine a portfolio submission schedule by September 20th.

I have more questions. Who can I ask?

Contact Sasha, the Training Program Associate at 646-758-6555 or [email protected]

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

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APPLICATIONS DUE September 19th, 2012. APPLY ONLINE AT www.goddard.org/

Effective Postsecondary Planning: Supporting Access and Success for All Students

Options Institute 2014-15 DOE Series

THE SIX SESSIONS OF THE EFFECTIVE POSTSECONDARY PLANNING SERIES ARE:

Assessing Postsecondary Readiness: Building Culture and Preparing Students … See page 4 for description.

Matching Students to Postsecondary Opportunities: Making the Best Fit… See page 4 for description.

Strong College Applications: Guiding Students Through the Process… See page 4 for description.

Financial Aid Application Process: Understanding the Complexities… See page 5 for description.

Financial Aid Packages, Loans and Gap: Encouraging Sound Financial Decisions… See page 5 for description.

Immigrant Students and the College Process: Supporting Students and Their Families… See page 6 for description.

From helping families decipher financial aid packages to helping students make good-fit postsecondary choices, this series provides participants with the knowledge and resources to meet the postsecondary advising needs of their students.

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SESSION DATES:

Series 2: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 18, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10

Series 3: Oct 1, Oct 29, Nov 19, Dec 10, Jan 14, Feb 11



Series 6: Jan 27, Feb 24, Mar 17, Apr 14, May 5, May 26



Series 9: Feb 3, Mar 3, Mar 24, Apr 21, May 12, Jun 2

Series 10: Feb 4, Mar 4, Mar 25, Apr 22, May 13, Jun 3

ELIGIBILITY:

The series and these workshop are open to staff who serve as college advisors in DOE schools. Participants in the series must commit to and attend all six workshops in a series. Network youth development specialists are strongly encouraged to attend with school staff. Supervisors of applicants will be expected to submit written support of staff participation. 1 The Office of Postsecondary Readiness has covered the cost of these trainings.

The Options Institute is offering two additional workshops to eligible staff:

Students with Disabilities and the College Process Mar 31 or May 19 for more information see page 6

Educational and Work-Related Alternatives to College Dec 18 or Mar 12 for more information see page 4

Please register by going to www.goddard.org/DOE

All Sessions take place at 405 West 59th Street from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Breakfast and lunch are provided. 1Registration is required, for more information go to goddard.org/doe

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