GRIT

<div class="ExternalClassAE76EE1CA21F44E489B34CEF703AC63F"> College Depot GRIT (Graduating Ready, Independent, and Tenacious) provides students with a more connected and direct support system to help them achieve their college aspirations. Students who enroll into GRIT are assigned an advisor with all steps related to college planning, financial aid, and admissions. This includes completion of the FAFSA and college applications, as well as scholarships, college searchers, and anything else needed to successfully start college after graduating high school. Students meet virtually or in-person with their GRIT Advisor throughout the school year to ensure they are on track with their own plan and ready to begin their college journey. Enrollment for the class of 2025 currently closed. However, you can still meet one-on-one with one of our College Access Advisors Monday thru Saturday for assistance with college planning, admissions, or financial aid. Call 602-261-8847 to set up an in-person or virtual appointment. Are you a freshman, sophomore, or junior interested in GRIT? <a href="https://forms.office.com/g/FAaB6ZDtyb">Click here to complete a short interest form</a>. We will reach out to you once we begin enrollment for your class.</div>

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College Depot GRIT	College Depot GRIT	https://youtu.be/Alf3DrhqX4U	<div class="ExternalClassE0EB4D6EDD1E44EF8FD5B84856C17DDF"><p><span style="color:#030303;font-family:roboto, arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;white-space:pre-wrap;background-color:#f9f9f9;">Welcome to one of College Depot's most vital programs: GRIT. GRIT stands for Graduating Ready, Independent, & Tenacious. It offers Phoenix-based rising high school seniors personalized, one-on-one support with the college planning process throughout their senior year.</span><br></p></div>	90
Fundamentals of College	Fundamentals of College	https://youtu.be/nIVc-xMJ7Ms	<div class="ExternalClassBB064A9B4DA94162AC30828BB33C12F4"><p>Interested in college but not sure where to start? Join us as we discuss the Fundamentals of College!<br><br></p></div>	93
GRIT-ing Ready for Senior Year Workshop	GRIT-ing Ready for Senior Year Workshop	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ok66hmczHPE	<div class="ExternalClassC3637F18CFBC40AC8ED88321A176F928"><p>GRIT-ing ready for Senior year is an orientation to College Depot's GRIT Class of 2022 mentoring program. Learn all about the timeline for senior year and how to develop the independent living skills necessary to enter into your college experience.<br></p></div>	78
Major & Career Pathways	Major & Career Pathways	https://youtu.be/cEw5gfdACSE	<div class="ExternalClassC8B8F5C21C7E448D9CCAF1006C60BFF0"><p>Join us as we dive into how we can align our interests & passions to majors, programs, and careers!<br><br><br></p></div>	92
Presenting Your Best Self: Personal Statements & Essays	Presenting Your Best Self: Personal Statements & Essays	https://youtu.be/YlIElF8Lcv4	<div class="ExternalClassCF778029D9F744DBA6552999C728B2CB"><p>This workshop covers tips, tricks, and techniques for crafting successful college essays and personal statements.<br><br></p></div>	91

GRIT Newsletter - August 2024	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/College Depot/GRIT Newsletter - August 2024.pdf		GRIT Newsletter - August 2024	Monthly Newsletters	Same Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
GRIT Newsletter - July 2024	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/GRIT Newsletter_July 2024.pdf		GRIT Newsletter - July 2024	Monthly Newsletters	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
GRIT Newsletter - June 2024	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/GRIT Newsletter - June 2024.pdf		GRIT Newsletter - June 2024	Monthly Newsletters	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
GRIT Parent Orientation Workshop English Video	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=780	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHCG_vM_t34&list=PLCPdumOOerqXpu7teiYylRutS6ao1uJRq&index=3	GRIT Parent Orientation Workshop English Video	Parents Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
GRIT Taller de Orientación para Padres Español Vídeo	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=781	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWb5wxqPmv4&list=PLCPdumOOerqXpu7teiYylRutS6ao1uJRq&index=4	GRIT Taller de Orientación para Padres Español Vídeo	Parents Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Scholarship Matrix	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=8	https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WttpTXDXareuQmuvK_QzNRKvnOK5XHK3GdxJ-heHmoU/copy	Scholarship Matrix	Helpful Handouts	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7	<div class="ExternalClass2850D108F80246B391619E3B2F7DBADB">Use this handy Google Sheets Scholarship Spreadsheet to keep your scholarship finds organized!</div>
TheDream.US	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=790	https://www.thedream.us/	TheDream.US	Resources for Undocumented Students	Same Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7	<div class="ExternalClass250999EA3E62446BBF6B7DA11AC6230D"><p>National college access and success program for DREAMers.<br><br></p></div>
Aliento	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=791	https://www.alientoaz.org/	Aliento	Resources for Undocumented Students	Same Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7	<div class="ExternalClass60DAAA9687E6407E8C97EA817C7D36CA"><p>A national program serving undocumented, DACA, and mixed immigration status families<br></p></div>
GRIT Newsletter - April 2024	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/GRIT April 2024 Newsletter.pdf		GRIT Newsletter - April 2024	Monthly Newsletters	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Writing a Resume	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=784	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRLGyLEMS5o&list=PLCPdumOOerqXpu7teiYylRutS6ao1uJRq&index=6	Writing a Resume	Video Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Asking for Letters of Recommendation	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=785	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iOVhdznYQc&list=PLCPdumOOerqXpu7teiYylRutS6ao1uJRq&index=7	Asking for Letters of Recommendation	Video Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
GRIT Newsletter - March 2024	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/GRIT March 2024 Newsletter.pdf		GRIT Newsletter - March 2024	Monthly Newsletters	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Scholarship Planner Handout (pdf)	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Scholarship Planner Handout (pdf).pdf		Scholarship Planner Handout (pdf)	Helpful Handouts	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
ScholarshipsA-Z	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=792	https://scholarshipsaz.org/	ScholarshipsA-Z	Resources for Undocumented Students	Same Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
GRIT Newsletter - February 2024	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/GRIT Newsletter - February 2024.pdf		GRIT Newsletter - February 2024	Monthly Newsletters	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
11th Grade	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-11th-Grade.pdf		11th Grade	College Planning Timelines	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
12th Grade	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Timeline-12th-Grade.pdf		12th Grade	College Planning Timelines	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Apply for CSS Profile	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=789	https://cssprofile.collegeboard.org/	Apply for CSS Profile	Financial Aid Resources	Same Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
CD Resources	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=788	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/resources	CD Resources	More Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
CSS Financial Aid Profile Worksheet	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/CSS Financial Aid Profile Worksheet_2023.pdf		CSS Financial Aid Profile Worksheet	Financial Aid Resources	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B	Some colleges and universities may require a CSS Financial Aid Profile in order to qualify for institutional financial aid. Filling out this worksheet in advance can help you prepare the necessary information and save time when you create your profile.
College Admissions Timeline	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/College Admissions Timeline.pdf		College Admissions Timeline	Helpful Handouts	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Collegepalooza	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=786	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YMyWUZsBhY&list=PLCPdumOOerqXpu7teiYylRutS6ao1uJRq&index=8	Collegepalooza	Video Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Essay Essentials	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=795	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QeZxf1nyju0&list=PLCPdumOOerqXpu7teiYylRutS6ao1uJRq&index=5	Essay Essentials	Video Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
FAFSA Essentials	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/CD FAFSA_2021_8x11.pdf		FAFSA Essentials	Financial Aid Resources	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B	Confused about the FAFSA process or need help figuring out your next steps after submitting? Check out this handout for guidance.
Federal Student Aid Estimator	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=794	https://studentaid.gov/aid-estimator/	Federal Student Aid Estimator	Financial Aid Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Pathways for Undocumented Students	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=787	https://tiny.cc/PXUdreamer	Pathways for Undocumented Students	Resources for Undocumented Students	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
Safety-Match-Reach School Worksheet	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Safety-Match-Reach-Worksheet.pdf		Safety-Match-Reach School Worksheet	Helpful Handouts	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Scholarship Planner Handout (Excel)	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Scholarship Planner Handout (Excel).xlsx		Scholarship Planner Handout (Excel)	Helpful Handouts	Same Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Student Brag Sheet	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/student brag sheet.pdf		Student Brag Sheet	Helpful Handouts	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B
Test Prep Summer Session	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=782	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QyFDycWA4tU&t=216s	Test Prep Summer Session	Video Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
The FAFSA	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/Links/DispForm.aspx?ID=793	https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa	The FAFSA	Financial Aid Resources	New Window	0x0100B7E011FE46583C4E8C35CBD368DCEE8D0079739691E7ACA5418776612748C8B5B7
University Fly In Opportunities for Class of 2025	https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/documents/Fly In Opportunities_G25.pdf		University Fly In Opportunities for Class of 2025	Helpful Handouts	New Window	0x010100BAC29FC12BF93C4A8AFE04BFB4DF609B