FCEA News

N'DIGO FOUNDATION 2012 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS DUE BY JUNE 1, 2012

Thu, 24 May 2012 20:07:00 GMT

N'Digo Foundation 2012 Scholarship applications are being accepted until June 1, 2012. Click the link below to download an application from their website.

Click to Download Application

History
The N’DIGO Scholarships were established in 1995 by the N’DIGO Foundation in partnership with numerous colleges, universities, corporations, foundations, and generous individuals. By providing these scholarships, which range from $1,000 to full tuition, the N’DIGO Foundation honors the achievements and memories of great community leaders by increasing college and graduate school enrollment— particularly among deserving students from the Chicago metropolitan area.

Eligibility & Instructions
In order to be considered for a scholarship, students must reside in the Chicago metropolitan area. Students must submit ONE envelope/packet that includes the following:

• Scholarship Application Form
• An Official Transcript (in a sealed envelope)
• One Letter of Recommendation (from a teacher, counselor or other school official)
• An Essay of 500 words or less explaining why you should receive the scholarship, including an explanation of your career goals and any activities, interests, experiences, or achievements that support your position. (Essays must be typed and double-spaced).

All applications must be received in the N’DIGO office (1006 S. Michigan Ave. #200, Chicago, IL 60605) by June 1, 2012, by 3p.m. No fax or electronic copies will be accepted. Please no telephone calls. E-mail scholarships@ndigo.com with any question

Selection Criteria & Process
Recipients are selected based on the merit of their application, as well as their GPA, extra-curricular involvement, essay and recommendation. Once completed applications are received, they are reviewed by the N’DIGO Foundation Scholarship Committee which is composed of community leaders, educators and business people. Recipients will be notified by June 15, 2012. Recipients are expected to attend the N’DIGO Gala on June 30, 2012.

Send Entries To: The N’DIGO Foundation • Scholarship Committee
1006 S. Michigan Ave. #200, Chicago, IL 60605
• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and currently reside in the Chicago metropolitan area.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• All application materials should be sent together.

LATE, Faxed or electronic application materials will not be accepted.

STUDENT/PARENT MEETING REMINDER - JUNE 2, 2012

Wed, 23 May 2012 19:05:00 GMT

Upcoming 2012 Summer Program meeting will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 10:00 am at the South Holland Library. We will be discussing the following at this informational meeting:

Summer Program (6/18/12 through 7/20/12)
Bus Transportation
Work Study Program
Awards Banquet
Summer College Tour
International "Freedom" Tour
Community Service Activities

International Tour To Germany and The Netherlands: August 6-14, 2012

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:43:00 GMT

The Family Centered Educational Agency will be conducting an International Tour to Germany and The Netherlands. A few students will travel to Berlin, Germany and The Netherlands for a student exchange. Students will explore the topics of freedom and social tolerance. The cost is $2,500 per seat. This is a non-program sponsored event; therefore, fundraising is required.

A parent meeting for this trip is scheduled for Friday, May 11th at the South Holland office. Application and fundraising packets will be available at this meeting.

For more information, please contact our office at (708) 210-1771 ext. 17

Summer Academy for Upward Bound Participants: June 18-July 27, 2012

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:37:00 GMT

Upward Bound participants will receive core curriculum instruction in the areas of mathematics and language arts based upon achievement test results. They will also earn service learning credits and be allowed to work and earn money.

For more information, please contact our office at (708) 210-1771 ext. 17

Summer Bridge Program: 2012 Graduating High School Seniors Can Take A Free College Course at their local community college!

Tue, 15 May 2012 13:34:00 GMT

June 4 - August 2, 2012

The FCEA Upward Bound program will pay for graduating seniors to take one college course (100 level or higher) at their local community college.

For more details on how to participate, contact our office at (708) 210-1771 ext. 17.

2012 Annual Awards Benefit Dinner on July 19, 2012

Fri, 25 May 2012 16:37:00 GMT

Save the date for our annual 2012 Awards Benefit Dinner.

The dinner will be held at the Tinley Park Convention Center in Tinley Park, Illinois.

Tickets are on sale for $75.00 each (free for Upward Bound participants).

For details, please contact us at (708) 210-1771 ext. 12

FCEA Upward Bound Presents Spring N2 College 2012 Tour

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 19:18:00 GMT

The Family Centered Educational Agency will be conducting a Spring College Readiness Seminar for 9th-11th grade Upward Bound participants:

April 2 - 5 for City Program participants

April 9-12 for Suburban Program participants

Space is very limited; therefore, students should call the office immediately to request an application. NOTE: Application acceptance period is closed for both programs.

Activities:

ACT Prep Workshops
College Readiness Workshops
College Visits (Ohio)
Recreational Activities

FEBRUARY IS FAFSA ASSISTANCE MONTH AT FCEA!

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:23:00 GMT

February is FAFSA Assistance Month at Family Centered Educational Agency.

During the month of February, we will be offering FREE Financial Aid Assistance.

If you need assistance with completing the FAFSA, please call today for an appointment:

708-210-1771 ext. 17

Thornridge FAFSA Night

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:47:00 GMT

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

FCEA Literacy Institute for Financial Education (L.I.F.E.) Conference

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:59:00 GMT

Family Centered Educational Agency, Inc. will be conducting its annual Financial Education Conference, December 27-29, 2011 at the Abbey Resort in Fontana,Wisconsin.

This conference is designed to enable participants to become better stewards of money and increase their knowledge and understanding of finance. We have invited gurest speakers and developed workshops that will inform as well as motivate participants to become more financially astute.

Active participants will leave this conference with a better understanding of the college financial aid process, budgeting, credit cards, and college savings plans.

This conference is sponsored in part by a grant from the JP Morgan Chase Foundation.