Science Leadership Academy
School District of PhiladelphiaCategory: College
Don’t Cross Out Trades!
As students scramble to submit their college applications, praying they’re admitted into the schools they’ve been grinding for, they often gloss over other postsecondary options. Trade school, for one, is a reasonable alternative to college. It’s more affordable and gets you high-paying jobs quicker than the traditional four-year college path. Here’s a chart that illustrates…
The Elizabeth Block Scholarship
We are pleased to announce the Elizabeth Block Scholarship, a $5,000 award available to a deserving member of the Science Leadership Academy (SLA) Class of 2025. Eligibility Must be a current member of the SLA Class of 2025 Must be in good academic standing Must have a financial need for the scholarship Award Amount The…
Should I begin thinking about College my Junior year?
By: Sarahí Franco Junior year is the year to begin thinking about your college checklist. Who will write your letter of recommendation? (link to possible rec. template for teacher) Any dream colleges? If so, what are their requirements? Junior-year students begin thinking about SAT’s and ACT’s. Are they a requirement for your top colleges? Some students find themselves…
2023 – 2024 Financial Aid Presentation
Please see the Financial Aid 101 presentation provided by Mr. Ron Felder.
FAFSA Uproar 2024
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) are the 5 letters we seniors are constantly hearing about. We are told that it is stressful and a lot of busy work, but thanks to the new 2024-25 update on their application, their goal is to make the process easier for students, Or so we thought. There…
Scholarship Opportunities
Continue to check in the Scholarship Folder for opportunities. Other scholarships will be posted in the Advisory Memo and on the Remind text message app. If you haven’t already joined the Remind app please reach out to Ms. Mack or use the code corresponding with your class. Class of 2024- @a64dh92 Class of 2025- @h27c8db…
Undocumented Students Toolkit
Often times undocumented students (including DACA recipients without a Social Security Number) find the lack of documentation to be an additional challenge throughout the college process. FAFSA is made unavailable to them. Some institutions choose to charge undocumented students as out-of-state or international students, leading to higher tuition. There are institutions that categorize undocumented students…
Junior College Night!
It’s coming up! January 17, 2023 from 6:30 – 8:00pm in the SLA Commons! We encourage all junior parents to be there!