MI STUDENT AID - TOOLKIT

All Michigan high school seniors can apply for the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which provides financial assistance for college or trade schools. Depending on what future they choose, the scholarship could provide up to $27,500.  7 out of every 10 students in the state may qualify for the Michigan Achievement Scholarship and students become eligible simply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The scholarship is not based on academic standing and eligibility extends to those who achieve a high school equivalency degree such as a GED.

MI Student Aid is partnering with scholastic engagement company DistrictWON to promote awareness of this exceptional opportunity. This toolkit makes it possible for schools to communicate about the Michigan Achievement Scholarship in numerous ways.

The toolkit includes:  

• Counselor presentations
• Morning announcement PA scripts
• Live sporting event PA script
• “Cut & paste” email template to send details to parents
• Printable flyer
• Newsletter content 

We encourage schools to use as many elements as possible. As a first step, we suggest printing the PA scripts and the flyer for immediate use within the school.