Are you the parent of a college bound student?
We have good news for you!
A scholarship for parents? Yep! We know how hard you work. We get it. As the mom of a high school senior, 1 in college and 2 already out of college, I know how the expenses start to add up. Imagine Scholarships is offering a $500 scholarship just for parents. In fact, it’s even fun to apply. All you have to do is tell us your favorite memory of your child that made you laugh.
Parents, it’s your turn!
There are many things to keep track of when your child is getting close the leaving for college.
If you haven’t already, it’s time to start making a list of things to be done so nothing falls through the cracks.
List for Parents as their child leaves for college
Here is a list to get you started:
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Encourage your student to make decisions in school choices and major choices.
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Work on a budget together to identify what money needs to be found in scholarships or financial aid. We have a great article to help with all the pieces of college finances here.
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Sign up for Imagine Scholarships. Scholarships are available throughout high school and all throughout college. This is a small investment with a huge return.
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Make sure you have all needed legal documents for your college bound student.
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Take a moment for yourself to laugh with others in this process with you. Here’s a fun article about what the 80s and college admissions have in common.
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If your student is male and 18, they must register for the selective service.
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Most school require a meningitis shot before starting college.
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Apply for the parent scholarship. Who couldn’t use an extra $500.00 ?
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Consider getting a new email address for your student. Start sending helpful emails to that address now. Example: How to do laundry, what to cook, ideas for study tips and habits…. When your student graduates, give them the email address and password. They will have words of wisdom waiting for them from you!
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Finally, ENJOY the last few months / weeks / days with them still at home. Squeeze every drop out this thing we call childhood and then watch them fly.
At Imagine Scholarships, we will be cheering for you every step of the way as you send your ambitious one out the door to their exciting future ahead!
Sherri Ross