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1501 West Townline Street, Creston, IA 50801

Provides free services to low income 6th-12th graders who are potential first generation college students. The program provides career and college exploration, college campus visits, ACT Test Prep, financial aid application assistance, college and scholarship application assistance and guidance through the college process.  May also provide ACT testing fee waivers and college application fee waivers for eligible students.

27 South State Avenue, Freeport, IL 61032

Offers attendance and truancy prevention and intervention services. Truancy Specialists make contact via letter or phone call to discuss attendance concerns with parent(s)/guardian(s), conducts home visits, provides one-on-one informal attendance counseling between Truancy Specialist and student, works as a liaison between student, family, and school district, and links students and families to local area social service as needed.

Offers Credit Recovery to all districts in the coverage area and it is provided via on-line instruction. Students who have failed courses required for graduation, can be referred to TAP for Credit Recovery, contact school's guidance counselor.

21193 Malta Road, Malta, IL 60150

Provides the support, motivation and academic preparation necessary to go to college. Serving students enrolled at DeKalb High School. Kishwaukee’s Upward Bound program.

Offers the following:
- Academic and college preparatory workshops.
- Tutoring and homework help sessions.
- Academic advising.
- Individual assistance with the college admissions and financial aid process.
- Six-week academic summer program on the Kishwaukee College campus.
- Summer Bridge Program.- Other services that provide support, motivation, and academic preparation necessary to go to college.

1755 Lake Cook Road, Deerfield, IL 60015

Helps students and families navigate education after high school, including post secondary education planning, career planning, college applications, and the financial aid process.

Free ISAC resources include:

- ISAC Student Portal: Provides free online tools to help with college and scholarship search, financial aid planning, money management, and career and job searches.

- ISACorps: ISAC's statewide near-peer mentors are recent college graduates who are expertly trained to provide students and families with free assistance with the college planning and financial aid process, including assistance finding scholarships and grants, as well as help completing college and financial aid applications.

- ISAC College Q&A: A free text messaging service allowing students and families to text questions about college planning and financial aid to ISAC experts.

105 North E Street, Monmouth, IL 61462

Provides education and support services to students. Services aim to help students acquire an Illinois high school diploma, formerly known as a high school equivalency certificate, and acquire English language skills for English language learners by offering language acquisition (ELA) classes. Will also help students with the transition into college or a career pathway by offering career readiness curriculum in HSE and ELA classes and assistance transitioning into on-the-job training, college, and careers.

610 East John Street, Room 130, Champaign, IL 61820

Offers a variety of academic services to help prepare students to successfully complete high school, enroll in a post-secondary institution, and obtain a college degree.

Services include:

- Tutoring in Math, English, Science, and Foreign Language.

- SAT and ACT preparation.

- Course planning and study skills.

- Career and Major exploration.

- Assistance with FAFSA completion and search for college scholarships.

30 East State Street, Sycamore, IL 60178

Offers attendance and truancy prevention and intervention services. Truancy Specialists make contact via letter or phone call to discuss attendance concerns with parent(s)/guardian(s), conducts home visits, provides one-on-one informal attendance counseling between Truancy Specialist and student, works as a liaison between student, family, and school district, and links students and families to local area social service as needed.

Offers Credit Recovery to all districts in the coverage area and it is provided via on-line instruction. Students who have failed courses required for graduation, can be referred to TAP for Credit Recovery, contact school's guidance counselor.

1227 West 27th Street, Cedar Falls, IA 50614

Offers a college preparatory program designed to empower program participants with the academic skills and motivation necessary to be successful in high school and to ultimately complete college.The program uses collaborative relationships with students, parents, schools, and the community while providing services and support to low income and first-generation students.

909 Mountain Lion Circle, Harker Heights, TX 76548

Supports all military-connected children by educating, advocating, and collaborating to resolve education challenges associated with the military lifestyle. The website lists programs, resources, and downloadable guides for parents and students to help them navigate a military family's unique needs and challenges.

1770 Boyson Road, Hiawatha, IA 52233

Offers help with career planning, college selection assistance, help filling out the FAFSA, award letter review and college access issues.

801 East Benjamin Avenue, Norfolk, NE 68701

Academic assistance program funded through TRIO Grants by the U.S. Department of Education. The program is designed for low-income, first-generation college students or students with a disability. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with their TRIO/SSS advisor once a month, and are encouraged to participate in one of the various program activities each month.

Individual Support:

- A thorough needs assessment and development of a Student Success Plan

​- Required academic advising and success coaching

​Personal Support:

- Career Exploration

- Leadership Conferences

- TRIO Club

​- Assistance completing FAFSA, scholarship and transfer applications

​- Financial Literacy Education

​- Student Success Workshops

​- Cultural Field Trips

​- Team Building Activities

Academic Support:

- Structured first-year experience course

​- Academic transfer assistance and visits to four-year colleges

​- Access to a free laptop or iPad through the TRIO Device Loan Program

- Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction

​- College Readiness Boot Camp

​- Educational Field Trips

2998 West Pearl City Road, Freeport, IL 61032

Assist individuals who are interested in returning to school in navigating through the admissions and financial aid processes of the college, university, or vocational school of their choice.

15 East 27th Street, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Offers assistance for people in Western Nebraska looking to pursue postsecondary education. Several free services are designed to help program participants understand their educational options, and navigate the college admissions and financial aid process. Focuses on a diverse population of first-generation students and veterans.

1941 South 42nd Street, Suite 503, Omaha, NE 68105

Youth Academic Navigators are education-focused case managers who check in with students frequently and help with issues as they emerge to ensure students are making progress and earning credits in school.

Tutoring and elective classes offered for students who need academic assistance or alternative ways to earn high school credit.  Certified teachers specialize in creating a small, caring classroom environment with a focus on individual students and their success.

Career Navigators assist students with postsecondary planning and connections for both career and educational opportunities.  Services are also available to graduates.

Reengagement Partnership with Omaha Public Schools staff members to reengage students who have withdrawn from school but are eligible to enroll.  The Career Navigator also partners with OPS Multiple Pathways programs to provide services in postsecondary planning and connections to students in these programs.

900 South 74th Plaza, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68114

Organization making college admission and success possible for students from low-income backgrounds by providing the tools, strategies and support needed to navigate and overcome challenges to college graduation.

Offers a coaching model to provide intensive mentorships and role-model support to students. Advising specialists provide direct service and guidance to students, starting from a student’s junior year of high school and continuing through college graduation.

Provides the following coaching services to eligible students:

- College search and application guidance;

- Financial literacy and financial aid consulting;

- Enrollment and high school-to-college transition coaching, including identifying academic interests and majors;

- Building social-emotional learning skills;

- Professional communications and mentorship;

- Academic expectations and responsibilities;

- Connection to campus resources and opportunities.

19600 South Glenwood Road, Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Provides programs and training for youth, including:

- Life skills training

- Peer mentorship

- Career readiness

- Tutoring and after school programs

- Dance and step programs

- Sports camp

210 North Hammes Avenue, Joliet, IL 60432

Provides programs and training for youth, including:

- Life skills training

- Peer mentorship

- Career readiness

- Tutoring and after school programs

- Dance and step programs

- Sports camp

814 North 20th Street, Omaha, NE 68178

GED (General Education Development) and ABE (Adult Basic Education) classes for those seeking to obtain their high school equivalency diploma.

ESL (English as a Second Language) classes are 'open entry' throughout the year, providing instruction in English speaking, reading, writing, and listening for adults who range in ability from absolute non-speakers of English to those who are nearly fluent.

College enrollment services:

Academic Advising provides assistance with the entry and re-entry into college (2 year or 4 year institutions), information about post-secondary education, assistance with the college application process, and assistance preparing for college entrance examinations (SAT, ACT, and Compass).

Financial Aid offers information about financial aid opportunities, assistance with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA), and scholarship search.

2006 South Ankeny Boulevard, Building 5, Ankeny, IA 50023

Offers help with career planning, college selection assistance, help filling out the FAFSA, award letter review and college access issues.

100 School Road, East Dubuque, IL 61025

Offers attendance and truancy prevention and intervention services. Truancy Specialists make contact via letter or phone call to discuss attendance concerns with parent(s)/guardian(s), conducts home visits, provides one-on-one informal attendance counseling between Truancy Specialist and student, works as a liaison between student, family, and school district, and links students and families to local area social service as needed.

Offers Credit Recovery to all districts in the coverage area and it is provided via on-line instruction. Students who have failed courses required for graduation, can be referred to TAP for Credit Recovery, contact school's guidance counselor.

932 Harrison Street, Galesburg, IL 61401

Provides education and support services to students. Services aim to help students acquire an Illinois high school diploma, formerly known as a high school equivalency certificate, and acquire English language skills for English language learners by offering language acquisition (ELA) classes. Will also help students with the transition into college or a career pathway by offering career readiness curriculum in HSE and ELA classes and assistance transitioning into on-the-job training, college, and careers.

500 West Monroe, Third Floor, Springfield, IL 62704

Helps students and families navigate education after high school, including post secondary education planning, career planning, college applications, and the financial aid process.

Free ISAC resources include:

- ISAC Student Portal: Provides free online tools to help with college and scholarship search, financial aid planning, money management, and career and job searches.

- ISACorps: ISAC's statewide near-peer mentors are recent college graduates who are expertly trained to provide students and families with free assistance with the college planning and financial aid process, including assistance finding scholarships and grants, as well as help completing college and financial aid applications.

- ISAC College Q&A: A free text messaging service allowing students and families to text questions about college planning and financial aid to ISAC experts.

371 College Drive, Sidney, NE 69162

The program offers the following free services to eligible students: professional tutoring, supplemental instruction (peer tutoring), advising, lunch workshops (topics include study skills, time management, and financial literacy), scholarship assistance, cultural events such as museum and theater visits, and a student parent support group.

1227 West 27th Street, Cedar Falls, IA 50614

Assists eligible participants with overcoming educational and financial barriers with comprehensive, individualized support through collaboration with students, families, educational institutions and community agencies to provide a path to educational success.

3040 Lake Street, Omaha, NE 68111

Provides a comprehensive array of services to reduce barriers to school attendance and increase student engagement. Year-round services include the Community Coach Program an alternative to court involvement, detention, and out of school suspensions. The Youth Attendance Navigators address chronic absenteeism; the Whitney M. Young Jr. Academy provides college and career prep activities.