FOR Parents

Support Your Student’s Future

Explore tools, guidance, and resources to help your child plan for life after high school. From scholarships and financial aid to college, career & technical education school, and career opportunities, these resources make it easier to guide your student toward success.

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FAFSA: Unlock Financial Aid for Your Student

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the key to funding your child’s college, career & technical education school, or career training. Completing it gives access to:

Federal programs such as Pell Grants and work-study

State scholarships like Bright Futures and the Florida Student Assistance Grant

Local scholarships and resources from colleges in our region

Thousands of dollars in aid go unclaimed each year because families don’t complete the FAFSA. Ensure your student gets every dollar available to support their post-high school plans.

Complete the FAFSA
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College & Career Pathways

Help your student explore and plan their future with resources that:

Show career options based on their strengths and interests

Connect them with local employers for experience and networking

Identify training programs that lead to in-demand jobs in the Tallahassee region

Give your child the guidance and tools to succeed after high school.

Explore Opportunities

Scholarships and Funding for Your Student

Paying for college, career & technical education school, or certification programs can feel overwhelming, but scholarships make it easier. Local, state, and national awards can reduce tuition, cover books and supplies, and ease the financial burden on your family.

We guide families to:

Identify scholarships that fit their child’s goals and strengths

Navigate eligibility requirements and requirements

Submit applications confidently

Scholarships and tuition assistance help ensure students can achieve their post-high school goals without unnecessary financial stress.

Explore Funding Options

BEACON Program: Career Help for Your Student

BEACON—Bringing Economic and Career Opportunities Nearer—supports high school seniors in navigating financial aid and scholarships. Trained volunteers provide guidance on the FAFSA, Bright Futures, and other post-secondary opportunities, helping ensure every student has the knowledge and support they need to access valuable resources for their future.

Support Your Student with BEACON
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FAFSA Challenge

The Florida College Access Network launched the Florida FAFSA Challenge to encourage all Florida schools and districts to increase FAFSA completion rates.

Complete the FAFSA
Plan It Florida

Plan It Florida helps every Florida student graduate high school with a clear plan for college or a career.

Plan Your Future
Apply Yourself Florida

A nationwide initiative aimed at helping more low-income and first-generation students apply to college.

Apply for College
Xello

Xello helps you explore careers, plan your education, and track your goals. It’s an easy way to see your options and create a roadmap for life after high school.

Explore Careers
Military Checklist

VA education benefits can help you pay for tuition, housing, training, and other costs so you can continue learning and building your skills.

Start Your Checklist
Get There FL

Get There FL connects Florida residents with fast, affordable career and technical education (CTE) programs at local colleges, helping them quickly gain skills for mid- to high-wage jobs.

Discover CTE Programs