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Khan Academy

Create a home-school schedule with Khan Academy

Learn how to set goals with this video!

Want to write?  Here are some journal prompts.

Transitioning to College

Study.com 2023 College Guide for Low-income Students

Start here- read about getting papers, DACA, and other resources on Immigrants Rising Website

Need support with financial aid?  Check out Golden Door Scholars

Looking for scholarships? “The Dream” can help

Students experiencing homelessness

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

The Boost Students Need to Overcome Obstacles

BCPS Traitify

Personality and Career Test

Career Exploration Test

Personality Test

Research Careers or Career Test

Or Explore Careers 

Pick a College

Fill out your CCBC application here

Take a look at this college planning timeline from Khan Academy

Take a virtual tour of UMD College Park or Google a college/university and virtual tour to find others.

Create your FSA ID

What is the FSA ID?

Start or finish your application at fafsa.ed.gov

Questions about the FAFSA

Is my parent a CONTRIBUTOR when I fill out my FAFSA form?

Information for undocumented students

Check out these common mistakes in filling out the form

Go to the zoo, aquarium, or a museum by taking a virtual field trip.

Scholastic at home offers articles and videos to help foster your curiosity.

Looking to investigate a new topic daily?  Here are some ideas from the New York Times.

Watch videos created by students for students.

Interested in Pixar?  Learn how they animate their movies with Khan Academy.

Always wanted to know how to make a video game?  Make your own with one of these videos.

  • Take breaks from watching, reading, or looking at social media including TikTok.
  • Take care of yourself
    • Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate
    • Eat regular meals
    • Get outside, make time to sleep
  • Have fun! Do something you enjoy.
  • Talk to your friends. Text, call, DM

Resources for students:

  • In Crisis? Local Resources:
    • Baltimore County Crisis Response Hotline (410)931-2214
    • Grassroots Crisis Intervention Hotline  (410)531-6677
  • In Crisis? National Resources:
    • Psychology Today, Good Therapy, and Therapy Tribe provide assistance for finding therapists, teletherapy, treatment centers, and support groups nationwide.
    • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Have questions that you can’t find the answers for? Email: talentsearch@umbc.edu for support.