Access Program
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Congratulations to all of the 2011-2012 Access Program participants! We are so proud of the work you have done and wish you the best of luck this admissions cycle!
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If you or someone you know is interested in applying to independent/parochial schools in the DC area, please contact the LSF office and we will add you to the Access Program mailing list.
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Preparing students for access to independent and parochial schools
| What? |
If you are applying to an independent or parochial school in the DC Metropolitan area and need additional assistance with the application forms or financial aid applications, you don't want to miss this event! LSF staff members and admissions representatives from schools around the area will be available to answer questions and work with you in both English and Spanish. |
| When? |
Fall of each school year. Check back for the 2012 orientation date! |
| Where? |
National Cathedral School, Hearst Hall Cafeteria (3612 Woodley Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20016). Enter at the corner of Wisconsin Ave. NW and Woodley Rd. NW. |
| How? |
No RSVP necessary- this event is open to the public & admission is free. |
The Latino Student Fund is dedicated to empowering Latino families as they explore their children’s PreK-12th grade educational options. We are committed to working with independent and parochial schools throughout the DC Metro area to provide a foundation of knowledge about the application process, financial aid and school program offerings so that families are able to make the most informed decision about how and where to send their children to school.The Access program will address the needs of Latino families interested in Independent & Parochial education with assistance in the following areas:
| Advice and Planning |
| Application Assistance |
| Exploring School Options |
| Financial Aid Basics |
| Interview Skills |
| Open House Opportunites |
| Community Support |
| Exposure to Schools |
| Online Student Profiles |
| Writing Support |
| Testing Assistance |
| & Much More! |
The LSF Scholars that we support in independent and parochial schools have a 100% graduation rate from high school and 100% enrollment in institutions of higher education. We seek to offer advice and support to Latino families as they begin the process of enrolling in independent and parochial schools in the area so that they have knowledge and resources to increase their children’s academic options.
If you or someone you know is interested in this opportunity, please contact the Latino Student Fund office as soon as possible. Remember, the application process for independent and parochial schools begins in the fall before the admission year. To participate in this program, please contact the Latino Student Fund office at 202-244-3438 or programs@latinostudentfund.org and mention the Access Program.