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Student & Parent Resources
Students and their parents can find a variety of resources on this page for use while at Assabet, or for planning their next steps after graduation.
PAGE CONTACTS & RESOURCES
PAGE CONTACTS & RESOURCES
Michele Nichols, Student Services Administrative Assistant
MNichols@assabet.org | 508-263-9626
Student Services Fax: 508-303-8493
Assabet Students (Current)
Assabet's Career / Workforce Bound Students
Be prepared to enter the workforce. Beyond the technical skills you obtain at Assabet, employers expect you to have the soft skills in order to successfully navigate the work environment.
Resources
Assabet Cooperative Placement Program—There is nothing more employers enjoy seeing on a resume than experience. Take advantage of Assabet's Coop Program. Learn all about the requirements and opportunities!
Assabet Job Board—Looking for a job? Check out our own job board containing part-, seasonal or full-time opportunities posted by local employers looking for skilled, dedicated employees.
JobCorps—A federally-funded comprehensive program that provides essential academic and career skills training and prepares students for success in every aspect of their lives.
Massachusetts One-Stop Career Centers—Career Centers offer employment and training services for job seekers and employers.
Naviance—Log into your Naviance account to explore a variety of careers, take assessments to match your interests with careers and build a resume.
NOVOResume—High School resumes samples and how-to guide.
Occupational Outlook Handbook—The OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay and outlook for hundreds of occupations.
Online Job Application Support—Many employers require you to complete an online application. Check out this website with step by step guidance for online applications.
Massachusetts One-Stop Career Centers—Career Centers offer employment and training services for job seekers and employers.
Naviance—Log into your Naviance account to explore a variety of careers, take assessments to match your interests with careers and build a resume.
NOVOResume—High School resumes samples and how-to guide.
Occupational Outlook Handbook—The OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay and outlook for hundreds of occupations.
Online Job Application Support—Many employers require you to complete an online application. Check out this website with step by step guidance for online applications.
Zippia— Job Search Tips for High School Students
Apprenticeship Programs
Apprenticeship Programs Accepting Applications—List of local apprenticeship programs, application requirements and updates.
Build a Life Campaign—The Northeast Center for Tradeswomen's Equity (NCTE) is a Massachusetts-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping women find careers in the union building trades.
Build a Life Campaign—The Northeast Center for Tradeswomen's Equity (NCTE) is a Massachusetts-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping women find careers in the union building trades.
Division of Apprentice Standards—The Division of Apprentice Standards is responsible for promoting, developing, and servicing registered apprenticeship programs in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Building Trades Council—Contains local union directory, directory of apprenticeships, legislative updates, events and blog.
Registered Apprenticeship-College Consortium—A network of Colleges and Registered Apprenticeship Programs working together to provide college-to-career opportunities.
The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Union Building Trade Apprentice - Massachusetts—Overview of apprenticeship programs, frequently asked questions and directory of apprenticeship programs.
Assabet's College Bound Students
Finding the right college is like finding the right pair of shoes: you need to make sure it's a good fit! All colleges have something unique to offer, and you need to prioritize what's most important to you. Be an informed consumer: research colleges, visit the campus, and meet with students. That way, when you apply to schools, you have made an informed decision.
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Planning and Preparing
- Free Help Filling College Financial Aid Forms
- College Covered—Resources covering getting into college, paying for college, campus life, etc.
- Junior Year College Planning Timeline—Prepare for your senior year by making the most of your junior year. It's a great time to prepare your list of colleges, take necessary exams, work on your essay, etc without the pressure of having to apply.
- NCAA Eligibility Center—Want to play college sports? Creating an account is the first step to becoming an NCAA student-athlete.
- Senior Year College Application Timeline— Enjoy your senior year! But don’t let it get away from you! Make sure to manage your deadlines for applications, stay on track with your grades and avoid senioritis!
Testing/Test Prep Resources
- ACT Registration
- Fabmarks ACT, SAT and PSAT Free Practice
- Khan Academy Free SAT Practice
- PSAT General Information
- SAT Registration
Creating a List of Colleges
An important step to the college application process is identifying colleges that fit your goals and interests. There are a variety of resources geared to help you narrow down your list, here are a few to get you started:
- Big Future - College Search—Select your filter criteria such as location, housing, academic credit, sports and activities, etc. to create a list of schools that match your criteria.
- Career Colleges and Technical School Search—U.S. Department of Education resource designed to help you find career colleges and technical schools that match your interests and goals.
- Niche—Explore rankings, reviews and statistics on U.S. colleges.
Campus Visit ChecklistCheck out this list to get an idea of what you should be looking for when you visit campuses.
Application Resources
- Common App—Undergraduate college admission application students may use to apply to member colleges.
- Common App Ready Tool Kit—Find resources to help you navigate the Common Application tool.
- Letter of Recommendation & Transcript Request Instructions—Did a teacher agree to write you a letter of recommendation? Make sure to make the request in Naviance! Did you submit your application? Make sure to request your transcript in order to have a completed application reviewed by the college/university.
State Specific College Info
- Mass State College/University Requirements—Review this important information regarding admissions procedures, requirements and incentives.
- MassTransfer—Collaboration between the Commonwealth's community colleges, state universities and the University of Massachusetts. System-wide resources and policies allow for students to transfer seamlessly, stay on track and minimize the time it takes to earn a bachelor's degree.
- New England Board of Higher Education—The Guide to New England Colleges and Universities lists key data for each college, such as admissions application deadlines and acceptance rates; faculty-student ratio; enrollment totals and breakdowns, etc.
- New England Tuition Break Program—NEBHE's Tuition Break program enables thousands of New England residents to enroll at out-of-state New England public colleges and universities at a discount. Información de "Tuition Break" en español.
Major Specific Info
My Majors—Resource designed to help you connect with a meaningful college major.
- Nursing
- Maryville University - Nursing in the United States—Website offering information on nursing pathways, regulations, pay rates and more!
- Nurse.Org—Guides designed to help you take the next step in your nursing career.
- UniversityHQ—Nursing degree requirements and programs guide.
Additional Resources to Consider
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- Applying to College as an LGBTQ Student
- Documento de Ayuda Financiera
- OnlineU: Guide for LGBT Students
- LGBTQ Student Scholarship Database from HRC
- Recursos de Planificación para la Universidad
- Resources for Undocumented Students Applying to College
- The Campus Pride Ultimate Queer College Guide
- Tuition Break en Español
Assabet's Military Bound Students
Joining the military is a big commitment – by both you and the military. This commitment is not to be taken lightly. The more information you have, the better position you will be in as you make the commitment to enlist.
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Are You Eligible to Join the Military?—Check out this article that reviews eligibility requirements for the various branches.
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ASVAB Career Exploration Program—ASVAB CEP empowers students nationwide to discover their strengths and interests then map out post-secondary plans that work. Start exploring. It's free!
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ASVAB: Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery—Information regarding the ASVAB exam including expectations, retest policy, link to March2Success (online exam prep support), etc.
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ASVAB: Rate My ASVAB—Provides an estimate of job qualifications for the various branches based on your scores. Please note this website does not guarantee job qualification. Your recruiter has access to the most accurate information involving job qualifications and enlistment options. The intent of this app is to give you an idea of what the military has to offer.
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Finding the Right Job in the Military—Article reviewing information to consider when it comes to your job in the military.
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ROTC Programs—Interested in becoming an officer in the U.S. Military? Learn more about the ROTC programs and search universities and colleges for ROTC programs.
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Ultimate Guide to the ROTC—ROTC overview.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Expenses will be made regardless of the pathway you choose. Make sure to do your research and see what's available.
Financial aid can be especially a big help in paying for college. Apply for financial aid from a variety of sources in order to get as much assistance as you are eligible to receive.
Financial Aid is an annual process, and applications must be filed every year.
Types of Financial Aid
Not all financial aid is "free money." When you receive financial aid, it may consist of any or all of the following types of aid:
Grants and Scholarships— Gift aid that does not have to be repaid, and may include federal grants, scholarships from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, institutional aid based on merit or financial need, and local scholarships.
Work-Study— Federal and institutional work-study programs allow students to work part-time on or near campus while in college.
Parent and Student Loans— Loans are available for parents and students and may come from the federal government or private lenders (including some colleges and universities).
For further information about financial aid, please visit MEFA's website. Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority is a non-profit organization that serves students and families in Massachusetts and out-of-state students and families pursuing higher education in Massachusetts.
Grants and Scholarships— Gift aid that does not have to be repaid, and may include federal grants, scholarships from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, institutional aid based on merit or financial need, and local scholarships.
Work-Study— Federal and institutional work-study programs allow students to work part-time on or near campus while in college.
Parent and Student Loans— Loans are available for parents and students and may come from the federal government or private lenders (including some colleges and universities).
For further information about financial aid, please visit MEFA's website. Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority is a non-profit organization that serves students and families in Massachusetts and out-of-state students and families pursuing higher education in Massachusetts.
Helpful Resources
Compare College Costs— Add some information about the schools you're considering to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's website to see the financial impact down the road. If you don't have a financial aid offer, we'll show you where to find cost info for each school. You can compare up to three schools.
CSS Profile— The CSS Profile is an online application that collects information used by certain colleges and scholarship programs to award institutional aid funds. For a list of colleges that require the CSS Profile click on the following link: CSS Profile College List
DREAMer's Roadmap— Dreamer's Roadmap is a national non-profit app that helps undocumented students find scholarships to go to college.
FAFSA— All federal funds are awarded based on the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Students should complete their FAFSA as soon as it becomes available for the entering college year (typically Fall of senior year).
Federal Student Aid— Site designed to assist in understanding the types of aid, who gets aid, FAFSA and loan repayment.
LendEDU's Guide to College Scholarships— Scholarships broken down by various categories including brand, state, major, etc.
Naviance— Don't forget Naviance has an entire section on scholarships, including a list of all the local scholarships available to students (check Scholarship List under the College tab).
Registering for Selective Service— In order to apply for federal funds, males 18 and under must register with the Selective Service. It is one of the questions on the FAFSA application.
Student Loan Report— The Student Loan Report helps keep students and their families up-to-date on the latest student loan and financial aid news and information so they can make the best decisions when it comes to paying for college and repaying debt.
Understanding Your Student Financial Aid Award Letter— Site designed as a result of the partnership between Attorney General's Office and uAspire to help educate families about higher education options and understand how to pay for them.
CSS Profile— The CSS Profile is an online application that collects information used by certain colleges and scholarship programs to award institutional aid funds. For a list of colleges that require the CSS Profile click on the following link: CSS Profile College List
DREAMer's Roadmap— Dreamer's Roadmap is a national non-profit app that helps undocumented students find scholarships to go to college.
FAFSA— All federal funds are awarded based on the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Students should complete their FAFSA as soon as it becomes available for the entering college year (typically Fall of senior year).
Federal Student Aid— Site designed to assist in understanding the types of aid, who gets aid, FAFSA and loan repayment.
LendEDU's Guide to College Scholarships— Scholarships broken down by various categories including brand, state, major, etc.
Naviance— Don't forget Naviance has an entire section on scholarships, including a list of all the local scholarships available to students (check Scholarship List under the College tab).
Registering for Selective Service— In order to apply for federal funds, males 18 and under must register with the Selective Service. It is one of the questions on the FAFSA application.
Student Loan Report— The Student Loan Report helps keep students and their families up-to-date on the latest student loan and financial aid news and information so they can make the best decisions when it comes to paying for college and repaying debt.
Understanding Your Student Financial Aid Award Letter— Site designed as a result of the partnership between Attorney General's Office and uAspire to help educate families about higher education options and understand how to pay for them.
Scholarships
Search Engine Resources
Cappex.com
Chegg.com
Fastweb.com
GoingMerry.com
Niche.com
Scholar's App
Scholarshops.com
Assabet Scholarships
Former Students
Assabet grads have their own corner of this website under Give Back > Alumni
Former students who transfered out of Assabet can request a transcript here.
If you didn't graduate, don't give up. You can still complete your education or pursue a new avenue for learning at a community college. If you are a former student that did not graduate, please let us know what resources we can add to the website to help you by sending an email to webmaster@assabet.org. Possible resources might include:
Parents & Guardians
iPass Parent Portal
Progress reports, term grades
iParent Password Reset Request
Parents may also use this form to request a password reset for their student(s)
iPass Parent Accounts
Register for online access to progress reports, grades
Change of Address Form
For updating student information
My School Bucks Parent Portal
For meal payments online
My School Apps
For free/reduced meals
Student Health Forms
Please return to the Nurses' office