Smart Scholarship Strategies

EMPOWER Series: Smart Scholarship Strategies - Funding Your Education

Join the EMPOWER Series for an empowering workshop focused on strategies for funding your education through scholarships! This session is designed to provide you with the knowledge and resources to navigate the scholarship landscape effectively.

• Date: Saturday, May 17th
• Time: Check-in & Networking: 10:00 AM CST | Workshop Begins (Live Stream): 10:30 AM CST
• Location: In-person at Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreation Center, Senior Center Room I, 2901 Pennsylvania Ave, Dallas, TX 75215 and virtually on YouTube & Facebook.

About the Workshop:

Finding and securing scholarships can be a transformative step in achieving your educational goals. This interactive workshop will provide you with smart strategies to help you in your search for funding.

The objectives of the EMPOWER Series are to provide:

• HOPE: Believing that higher education is possible for everyone.
• INSPIRATION: Motivating you to pursue your academic dreams.
• EDUCATION: Equipping you with practical knowledge and tools.
• CONNECTIONS: Guiding you to valuable resources and support systems.

The session will be introduced by Clifton Ellis Johnson, the founder of the EMPOWER Series.

Meet Our Guest Speaker:

Hannah Sutton, Program Director, Educational Opportunity Centers at ORS

We are pleased to welcome Hannah Sutton, a passionate advocate for educational access. As the Program Director for the Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) at ORS, Hannah serves individuals in Dallas, Johnson, and Tarrant counties, helping them navigate the path to higher education.

A native of Arlington, Texas, Hannah's dedication to education is deeply personal, stemming from a family of educators including first-generation, non-traditional college students. Her professional background includes valuable experience in college admissions and college readiness programs. Hannah joined ORS in 2017, progressing from a College Access Advisor to Assistant Director before leading all three EOC programs in the region. She has seen firsthand the profound impact of education on individuals' lives and career trajectories.

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is ideal for:

• High school students and their parents/guardians preparing for college.
• Current college students seeking additional funding opportunities.
• Individuals considering returning to school or pursuing vocational training.
• Educators and mentors who guide students on their higher education journey.
• Anyone interested in learning effective strategies for finding and applying for scholarships.

Resources:

Get a head start by exploring these valuable resources:

• View our "Higher Education 101" Canva Presentation: Higher Education 101 Presentation
• Watch our YouTube Video presentation on scholarships: Scholarships Presentation

Support EMPOWER and Educate More Students:

You can make a difference in helping more students access educational opportunities. Consider donating to the EMPOWER Series by:

• Texting GIVE or DONATE to 214-225-6337 to receive a secure link to donate.
• Visiting www.empowerseries.com and clicking on the donate section.

Your generosity helps us continue to provide valuable resources and support to students in our community.

Presented in part by: AE Media Group, LLC and ORS Resource Services.

Register to Attend and Get More Information:

Please visit: www.EMPOWERSERIES.com

We look forward to seeing you there for a morning of valuable information and empowerment!