Services

Educational Talent Search Cedar Rapids staff members provide assistance to participants on an ongoing basis. Participants are involved with the program from the time of initial selection until enrolling in a postsecondary educational program.

Assistance can include:

  • After-school tutorials/homework assistance
  • Information on postsecondary education
  • Advice and assistance in secondary school course selection
  • Assistance in completing college admissions application and financial aid applications
  • Assistance with locating and applying for scholarships
  • Career exploration activities
  • Study skills workshops
  • Workshops for families of participants
  • College admissions application fee deferments
  • ACT/SAT fee waivers
  • ACT test preparatory workshop
  • Financial and economic literacy
  • College campus tours
  • Cultural enrichment activities

Schools We Serve

  • Jordan Eshelman: Washington High School, Franklin MS, McKinley MS
  • Monica Leier: Jefferson High School, Roosevelt MS, Wilson MS