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The following are resources for students and their families on what you should be doing right now to prepare for college tomorrow:
Scholarship Information
An extensive list of online scholarship resources compiled by Empowerment 21.
Local Support - Your District 123 College Readiness Team
Contact informtion for experts in San Antonio who can assist you with college planning.
A timeline from Empowerment 21 to guide students through what they can be doing each month to prepare for college.
Saving for College - The Texas Tuition Promise Fund
Information about the state's program that allows you to lock in today's prices at state colleges and universities as you save for your child's future.
Writing an Excellent College Essay
A presentation by professional writer Jeanne Russell about writing an essay that will gain the attention of the college admissions team.
College for all Texans
A comprehensive online resource by the state's Higher Education Coordinating Board
Transfer 101
Your guide to transferring from community college to a four-year university