The Willie Stewart Community Service Scholarship program celebrates and recognizes Pierce County high school seniors who have given back to their community through volunteer service. Scholarships in the amount of $2,500 are awarded to graduating seniors in a competitive process. In 2023, 14 local seniors received this scholarship.
Tacoma Creates is now accepting applications for its fifth year of funding, supporting cultural organizations’ programs and events to be presented between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025! Tacoma Creates supports organizations whose primary purpose is to advance and/or preserve arts, culture, heritage, and/or science through two funding categories: Comprehensive Organizational Support and Impact Funding. Funding is […]
February is Black History Month and we’d like to celebrate the many achievements and contributions made by African Americans to our economic, cultural, spiritual, and political development. At People’s Center, we’re celebrating every day with free offers and family activities. Free! No registration required. 11 am- 1 pm Scavenger Hunt Art Activities Community Resources: Historically […]
Attend a special event just for Tacoma Public Schools! When: Saturday, Feb. 3 Where: Memorial Fieldhouse What: Women's Basketball game at 4 p.m. TPS Reception at 5 p.m. Men's Basketball game at 6 p.m. The University of Puget Sound is inviting students and families on Saturday, Feb. 3 for a free night of Logger basketball. Join […]
Practitioners, do you have questions about financial aid? WSAC's College Access and Support division is here to help! Join us the first Wednesday of every month from 10:00-11:00am for an open Q&A. Register in advance at https://bit.ly/WSACWednesday.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) educate roughly 1 in 10 Black college students, and have a better track record than most predominantly white institutions (PWIs) of helping individuals from the bottom 40% of the income ladder advance to the top 60%. Joshua Etienne and Jonathan Lewis from uAspire will discuss some of the conflicting research about […]
For the month of February, the Education and Employment Opportunity Center (EOC) will be hosting a series of workshops/info sessions focused on GED & High School Completions; Financial Aid & College Applications; Career Assessment; and much more! Our events and workshops all always free, including enrolling into the EOC program.
Imagine Justice Project has partnered with the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department and the Washington State Department of Commerce Office of Firearm Safety & Violence Prevention to offer funding to community-based organizations in Pierce County. The funding is This funding is intended to build on existing efforts in Pierce County to reduce youth violence, with a […]
For the month of February, the Education and Employment Opportunity Center (EOC) will be hosting a series of workshops/info sessions focused on GED & High School Completions; Financial Aid & College Applications; Career Assessment; and much more! Our events and workshops all always free, including enrolling into the EOC program.
Class of 2024: Are you a senior and need help with completing your FAFSA or WASFA application? Attend our financial aid completion support night at Stadium! Families are welcome! RSVP SO WE CAN PROVIDE ENOUGH FREE FOOD FOR THOSE IN ATTENDANCE! Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=iLOhd89aK0m_QmTLsIfQTMXpNm3P76VLhXNZ4YswdspUREJFS1FWQkIwNEgxRlVQVFczNUtUUERMVS4u&origin=QRCode FAFSAWASFA Night Flyer Event Location: Stadium High School Library 111 N […]
If “Proposition 1: Neighborhood School Improvements & Safety Upgrades” is approved by voters, the increased cost to the average Tacoma homeowner will be about $7.50 per month or $90 a year. Proposition 1 is a $650 million bond measure maturing over a maximum of 25 years. Prop. 1 would replace or renovate 11 aging neighborhood […]
For the month of February, the Education and Employment Opportunity Center (EOC) will be hosting a series of workshops/info sessions focused on GED & High School Completions; Financial Aid & College Applications; Career Assessment; and much more! Our events and workshops all always free, including enrolling into the EOC program.
Open doors of opportunity for your future by applying for the FAFSA or WASFA, unlocking grant & scholarship dollars for your education. Join us for a webinar session providing a step-by-step guide in completing your application. Students and their families encouraged to sign up! CSF - 2024 Financial Aid Sessions
In February, we'll be taking a look at the Better FAFSA after it's officially launched! Join us as we discuss what we’ve learned so far and how we can best navigate the path forward this financial aid season. Our Better FAFSA Webinar Series are free and open to members and non members alike - learn more.
For the month of February, the Education and Employment Opportunity Center (EOC) will be hosting a series of workshops/info sessions focused on GED & High School Completions; Financial Aid & College Applications; Career Assessment; and much more! Our events and workshops all always free, including enrolling into the EOC program.
GATES Seniors and their families are invited to attend the GATES Financial Aid Dinner on Thursday February 15th, from 5:30-7:30pm. Free food will be provided along with free help with financial aid applications (FAFSA or WASFA) and planning support for post-high school next steps. Register for the event here: https://forms.office.com/r/E571GPwMkS and reach out to College […]
Open doors of opportunity for your future by applying for the FAFSA or WASFA, unlocking grant & scholarship dollars for your education. Join us for a webinar session providing a step-by-step guide in completing your application. Students and their families encouraged to sign up! CSF - 2024 Financial Aid Sessions
On February 20th from 12-4 join us in the Silas Career Center to work on all things financial aid including the WASFA, FAFSA, and scholarship applications. There will be lunch and fun prizes gifted throughout the event, so don't miss out! Stop by for a quick question or come and go as you please! Please make […]
We're welcoming our student mental health programming advocates from The Jed Foundation back to NCAN to help you acquire the knowledge and tools to create a culture of care that not only safeguards mental well being but also fosters a sense of belonging and support within your organization. During this webinar, our presenter invite you to: Reflect […]
This webinar is a deep dive into different types of loans, connects borrowing to career decisions, addresses consequences for nonpayment, and provides tools to develop individual borrowing plans.
PSCCN and WSAC are partnering to offer a Financial Aid Training Workshop, where we will provide valuable insights into recent simplification changes, guide you through the FAFSA and WASFA platforms, explore key topics for the upcoming financial aid year, and follow up steps after the application. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and prepared […]
PSCCN and WSAC are partnering to offer a Financial Aid Training Workshop, where we will provide valuable insights into recent simplification changes, guide you through the FAFSA and WASFA platforms, explore key topics for the upcoming financial aid year, and review follow-up steps after the application. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and prepared […]
For the month of February, the Education and Employment Opportunity Center (EOC) will be hosting a series of workshops/info sessions focused on GED & High School Completions; Financial Aid & College Applications; Career Assessment; and much more! Our events and workshops all always free, including enrolling into the EOC program.
Educational and Employment Opportunity Center in collaboration with the Metropolitan Development Council hosts the EOC College Fair located at the Family Investment Center in Salishan. Our Education Advisors will have financial aid stations for students who need help filling out the 2024-25 FAFSA applications. In addition, a variety of our local colleges are tabling this […]
Educational and Employment Opportunity Center in collaboration with the Metropolitan Development Council hosts the EOC College Fair located at the Family Investment Center in Salishan. Our Education Advisors will have financial aid stations for students who need help filling out the 2024-25 FAFSA applications. In addition, a variety of our local colleges are tabling this […]
Seniors & parents/guardians, join Enhanced Prep for a virtual workshop to learn about the financial aid process. We'll cover the components of the FAFSA, and we will also provide assistance with completing the form. Please create your StudentAid.gov accounts as soon as possible. Students AND parents/guardians must create their own accounts. If you'd like to […]
For the month of February, the Education and Employment Opportunity Center (EOC) will be hosting a series of workshops/info sessions focused on GED & High School Completions; Financial Aid & College Applications; Career Assessment; and much more! Our events and workshops all always free, including enrolling into the EOC program.