Hello!

Our virtual Suited for Success celebration is just over a week away! We can't wait to celebrate you and all of your hard work/accomplishments over the past few years. If you haven't already, be sure to register for the event and feel free to share the registration link with your parent(s)/family.

Berkley and Ida High Schools Fundraising Week is off to a great start, and runs through Friday! Keep an eye out for the Special Fundraising Editions of Next Level News this Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Remember the student who raises the most will win a gift card.

Fundraising Week for Detroit Cristo Rey, Lincoln, and Ypsilanti High Schools starts next Monday, April 26th! Stay tuned later this week for more information.

As always, please feel welcome to reach out with any questions/concerns!
Marissa D'Angelo
Next Level Scholars Program Manager
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars
mdangelo@drdfs.org
(734) 983-8505
NEWSLETTER CONTENTS:
  • NEW: Next Level Scholars Photo Contest Winners!
  • NEW: Financial Aid Award Letters - Part 2
  • NEW: Motivation with Marketea
  • REMINDER: Suited for Success - REGISTER TODAY!
  • REMINDER: Free 24/7 Tutoring with Tutor.com
  • Resource Spotlight: MCAN's Spring Into College Campaign
  • Featured Resources
NEW: NEXT LEVEL SCHOLARS PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS!
The much anticipated announcement of the Next Level Scholars Photo Contest is finally here!

Congratulations to the following students for being the first 10 to submit photos:

  • Makayla J., Ida
  • Annie R., Ida
  • Syeda S., Center Line
  • Skyler V., Mason
  • Caitlin W., Romulus
  • Max D., Henry Ford II
  • Jesus H., Detroit Cristo Rey
  • Alden K., Stevenson
  • Ajah A., Romulus
  • Arianna C., Stevenson

The TOP 5 photo submissions go to:
  • Makayla J., Ida
  • Martezz H., Detroit Cristo Rey
  • Olivia H., Ypsilanti
  • Jesus H., Detroit Cristo Rey
  • Max D., Henry Ford II

Prizes will be mailed to you at home ASAP! So please be on the look out for them! Congratulations again and thank you to ALL who participated in this contest, we loved seeing all your photo entries.
NEW: FINANCIAL AID AWARD LETTERS - PART 2
Understanding the offered aid and comparing the offers will help you determine the best financial fit for you. In part 2 of this series, Erin will talk through how to read the financial aid letters that you received from your school. Keep in mind that while each letter you receive will likely look a bit different, the basics in understanding them will remain the same! Watch part two now!

Did you miss the first part of the series? Check out part one here!
NEW: MOTIVATION WITH MARKETEA
“Never be afraid to start a new task or learn a new skill, you will get better over time! Expertise is built over time and through a lot of effort. Always give your 100% effort and you will quickly become an expert in whatever you set your mind to.” 
REMINDER: SUITED FOR SUCCESS - REGISTER TODAY!
Our live virtual Suited for Success event is in two weeks on April 28th at 1:30 PM! Please make sure you register here.
 
We're excited that you will be able to hear from three alumni panelists:

  • Camryn Archambault, Grand Valley State University
  • Sierra Dawson, Eastern Michigan University
  • Elijah Daniel, Michigan State University

You will each be receiving a customized box mailed right to your house that will include your graduation stole, post-secondary institution t-shirt, pizza gift card, enrollment guide, and more items to celebrate!
 
If you have any questions about Suited for Success, text Erin at (734) 228-8543.
REMINDER: FREE 24/7 TUTORING WITH TUTOR.COM
Need help studying for a test? Don't forget to take advantage of your FREE 24/7 on demand tutoring account with tutor.com!

Not sure how to log-in? Reach out to Marissa at mdangelo@drdfs.org or via text at (734) 354-7274 to get your username and password.
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: MCAN'S SPRING INTO COLLEGE CAMPAIGN
Please feel welcome to reach out to your DRDFS Coach, Marketea Abbott if you need assistance applying, mabbott@drdfs.org
Still looking to apply and find the right fit school for you? Colleges are still eager to accept you!

In fact, admissions offices have their “arms wide open.” How wide? Well, seventy-four colleges all over Michigan are accepting applications and have no fee or have waived their fees for you during the Spring Into College Campaign, April 19th - April 23rd. 

FEATURED RESOURCES


  • SwiftStudent is a FREE resource to help guide you through the financial aid appeal process.


  • It's not too late to search and apply for some FREE money for post-secondary through additional scholarships!

  • If you or your family are in need of any resources, please reach out to us at any time or explore this list of COVID-19 Resources