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10/05/2026

As you start thinking about plans after high school, don’t forget about financial aid! There are a couple of different applications that can help you qualify for money to help pay for college or other education after high school including but not limited to Cardinal Dollars for Scholars, the October Scholarship Spotlight, FAFSA, and the Iowa Financial Aid Application!
See Marta Brown with questions.

09/16/2026

Today we also spent some time exploring the Kirkwood Community College campus!

Students toured campus, learned more about the programs and opportunities Kirkwood offers, and got a better feel for what life could look like as a college student.

A big thank you to Kirkwood Community College for welcoming our students and helping them learn more about their options after high school!

09/16/2026

Today our students had a great opportunity to explore their options after high school at a college fair at Kirkwood Community College!

With approximately 70 colleges, universities, and other postsecondary organizations represented, students had the chance to ask questions, gather information, and learn about a variety of opportunities all in one place.

Events like this are a great way for students to explore what’s out there and start thinking about what their next steps might look like after high school!

09/09/2026

🎓23 students + 🎒39 College Applications + 💰1 Workforce Application + 🍪Lots of cookies and chips = 🎉1 SUCCESSFUL APPLICATION DAY!

A huge thank you to everyone who applied and helped make today happen!

05/19/2026

Class of 2026, we are so proud of you!🎓❤️

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

A few weeks ago, we wrapped up our final college/career field trip of the year with a visit to the Ottumwa Fire Department! 🚒

A huge thank you to Central Station for giving our students a behind-the-scenes tour and sharing what it truly means to serve as a first responder. We appreciate the time, knowledge, and dedication you shared with us!

04/01/2026

SENIORS!

Scholarship season is coming to an end! If you’re focusing on just one application right now, this is a great place to start.
Scholarship Spotlight:

Dollars for Scholars
Rolling Deadlines

This group of scholarships is a great chance to earn funding to support your future plans.

Don’t put it off—get started on your application today! This is the final spotlight of the year.

03/26/2026

🎓 What a Month It’s Been!

Our students have been busy exploring their futures through some amazing experiences! 🙌

📍 A visit to Central College gave students a look at campus life and academic opportunities
📍 Time at Indian Hills Community College helped students explore hands-on programs and career pathways
📍 Our Reality Fair challenged students to step into adulthood and make real-world financial decisions (A special thank you to the local businesses and community members who helped make this event possible!)

We’re so proud of our students for showing up, asking questions, and taking steps toward their future goals. The more they explore, the more confident they become! ❤️🖤

03/04/2026

Jerry Sloan Memorial Scholarship Scholarship
Deadline: May 3, 2026

This scholarship is a great chance to earn funding to support your future plans.

Don’t put it off—get started on your application today!