Hello!

DRDFS is busy planning ahead for student events and we know that many of you are busy prepping for state testing among other things! We want to make sure we are providing the best assistance and resources for you as you settle into the school year--so please be sure to keep reading and take the poll I have included to get your feedback. If you have other insight you wish to provide, just reply to this email and let me know!

As always, please feel welcome to reach out with questions/concerns.
Marissa D'Angelo
Next Level Scholars Program Manager
Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars
mdangelo@drdfs.org
(734) 354-7274
NEWSLETTER CONTENTS:
  • NEW: Poll - How Often Do You Want to Hear from DRDFS?
  • ICYMI: CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarships
  • REMINDER: Tutor.com
  • Resource Spotlight: Tutor.com's Student Success Webinar Series - Overcoming Test Anxiety
  • Featured Resources
NEW: POLL - HOW OFTEN DO YOU WANT TO HEAR FROM DRDFS?
The purpose of Next Level News is to provide you with program updates, reminders about upcoming DRDFS events/requirements, and resources to help you continue to explore post-secondary pathways on your own. However, we don't want these newsletters to become overwhelming or bothersome.

Please take this poll to let us know how often you're interested in receiving newsletters from DRDFS.
How often do you wish to hear from us?
Every week!
Every other week
Once a month
ICYMI: COLLEGEBOARD OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS
You’ve built your college list—now it’s time to strengthen it. As you settle into your senior year, think about where you may want to apply.

Students in the class of 2022 who create a balanced list by updating their college list on BigFuture to have at least 3 reach colleges, 2 match colleges, and 1 safety college will earn a chance at a $500 scholarship.

The College Board will award 100 Opportunity Scholarships every month from July through October.
REMINDER: TUTOR.COM
Don't forget that as a Next Level Scholar with Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars, you have access to FREE online tutoring to help you with your classes this year.

Tutors are available on demand, 24/7. 
Simply go to www.tutor.com/drdfs and get connected with a tutor today! Don't remember your log-in information? Reach out to Marissa via email at mdangelo@drdfs.org or text (734) 354-7274.
RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: TUTOR.COM'S STUDENT SUCCESS WEBINAR SERIES
In the second webinar of Tutor.com's three-part student success series, they will address test anxiety—and strategies for overcoming it.

Topics will include:
  • Common causes and symptoms of test anxiety  

  • Steps to take when preparing for a test 

  • Strategies to employ before, during, and after a test 

  • Tips for becoming a confident and satisfied test-taker 
Can't attend live? Register anyway and you'll receive the final recorded webinar via email.
FEATURED RESOUCES:




  • 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