• TRIO Pre-College Programs will host a scholarship writing workshop for high school students (grades 9-12) on Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. at the Portage Lake District Library.

• This hands on workshop will focus on how to search for scholarships, common scholarship requirements and the tips and tricks to writing a successful essay.

• Students are encouraged bring a laptop or pen & notebook.

When finding aid for college, scholarships are important because scholarships are considered gift aid, meaning students do not have to pay them back. However, sometimes the competition for scholarships is tough and students need to know how to stand out amongst the applicants.

Join TRIO Pre-College Programs for a free, hands on workshop entitled $uccessful $cholarships on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. at the Portage Lake District Library. This session, open to all students in grades 9-12, will teach how to search for scholarships, common scholarship requirements and the tips and tricks to writing a successful essay.

Students are encouraged to bring a laptop if able. If not, Portage Lake District Library will have Chrome Books available to use.

TRIO Pre-College Programs, consisting of TRIO Talent Search & TRIO Upward Bound, are 100% grant funded by the US Department of Education and proudly hosted by Finlandia University. Both programs exist to assist students who are from a limited income home and/or potential first-generation students prepare for successful entry and completion of post-secondary education. For more information about our programs, events, and areas served, visit keweenawtrio.org.