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Lee County announces Rhonda Dahlin as their Take Stock Mentor of the Year

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The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Inc. hosted its Take Stock in Children Mentor Appreciation ceremony this month, celebrating the incredible individuals who dedicate their time and energy to guiding and inspiring Lee County students. “We are deeply grateful for the mentors who make a lasting impact, fostering personal growth and academic success and …

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In Memoriam: Take Stock Brevard alum remembers mentor Esther Sherman

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Every January, Take Stock in Children celebrates National Mentoring Month, acknowledging the life-changing impact that our network of volunteer mentors have on the students in our program statewide. We wanted to share a special moment from Alycia Corpiel, a Take Stock Brevard alum (2007), who made a post in memorial of the program grad’s former …

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“The greatest gift you can give someone is your time…”

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Take Stock mentors are back to work helping our students prepare for college, career, and life! Here’s some encouragement from the Take Stock Orange County program at Valencia College Horizon Scholars mentor, Lindsay Regruit! “I’ve been Sebastian’s mentor since he was a freshman! He is a senior now, and it’s hard to believe the time …

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Developing a Career Portfolio feat. Take Stock in College and Career Scholars Vanessa Lopez and Destiny Lobatto

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What is a career portfolio, and how can you develop one while in college? We talked with Vanessa Lopez and Destiny Lobatto, two Take Stock in College and Career scholars, about their career goals and how developing a career portfolio is helping them reach them.  Vanessa Lopez attends Florida Gulf Coast University, and Destiny Lobatto …

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The Key to College: How Bright Futures Scholarships Open Doors for Florida Students

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We’re honored to have John F. Davis, Secretary of the Florida Lottery, join us on the Mentors & Milestones Podcast to discuss the Bright Futures Scholarship program! We discussed the importance of scholarships and mentoring in the lives of Florida students, much like Secretary Davis at one point. Parents and mentors—don’t miss this episode on how to …

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Aiming Upward: College and Career Success Chat with Miami Dade College President Madeline Pumariega

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Calling all Take Stock in College and Career scholars! Did you know your path to career success starts right now? Well, we’ve got you – where you are, with a dream in your heart and the ambition to get there. This new episode’s special guest and Take Stock’s own, Madeline Pumariega, President of Miami-Dade College, is …

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Building Your Career While in College: Interview with Lesa Shouse of USF St. Petersburg

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When’s the best time to prepare for your career in college? According to our guest, Lesa Shouse, Director of Campus Career Services at USF St. Petersburg, you can start as soon as you begin your college journey. We discuss career trends, how students can develop confidence for networking, and much more. Take out your notes and …

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Building Your Own Community: Interview with EmmaBeth Bowman, Take Stock in College and Career scholar

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To succeed in college, you need the right support. Did you know you can build your support system and home away from home? We talked with fellow Take Stock in College and Career scholar EmmaBeth Bowman about what it was like to build community at Florida Atlantic University, far from the scholar’s home in Ocala, …

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What parents & mentors need to know about the FAFSA: Interview with Melissa Rosa-Alvarez of TRIO Connections

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We’re kicking off the school year with an important reminder about completing the FAFSA (Federal Application for Federal Student Aid). We spoke with Melissa Rosa-Alvarez, Project Manager of TRIO Connections for Central Florida, about the importance and benefits of filling out the FAFSA form. Melissa also answered common questions for parents and mentors to encourage their …

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