News : Meeting at VSHS to offer college information to students, parents

High school juniors and their parents can learn about planning for college during a free presentation offered by Vinton-Shellsburg High Schoo land the Iowa College Access Network® (ICAN).

The event will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, October 11, in the auditorium of V-S High School. During the presentation, students and parents will receive answers to questions on topics like preparing for college, what to consider when choosing a college, how to compare colleges, what to look for and ask about during college visits, and what the financial aid process entails.

“This presentation is very helpful to juniors and parents who are unsure exactly what steps they need to take to get ready for college,” says Juan Garcia, manager of ICAN. “As students get closer to graduation, they and their families often find the entire process confusing. This information clears up that confusion so families know what to do.”

For more information about the presentation, students and parents should contact Sandy Hamiltonat V-S HS by calling 319-436-4728x9308 or e-mailing shamilton@vinton-shellsburg.k12.ia.us.