• Project ASPIREE Parent Letter and Program Application 24-25 GY

  • Dear Parent/Guardian:

    Project ASPIREE is a program that is funded by the U.S. Department of Education serving eligible young people in grades six through twelve.  Project ASPIREE identifies students who demonstrate an interest or desire to attend college and provides them with the motivation and support to enroll in a program of postsecondary education (college, university, technical or vocational school) after high school graduation.

     In order to be eligible for selection as a Project ASPIREE participant, students must meet the following criteria:

    ·         Be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien;

    ·         Be at least 11 years of age and in grades 6-12;

    ·         Commit to remain in the Project ASPIREE Program until high school graduation;

    ·         Demonstrate an interest or desire to attend college.

     Project ASPIREE encourages and prepares students for postsecondary enrollment by providing the following services and activities through group workshops and individual sessions held at your school.  An Outreach Advisor from the Project ASPIREE program is assigned to your school to serve students in the following areas at no cost to you:

     ·         Academic advisement;

    ·         College awareness activities;

    ·         Career exploration activities;

    ·         Assistance in selecting an appropriate university, college, or vocational training, and applying for admission;

    ·         College campus visits & cultural enrichment activities;

    ·         Assistance in applying for financial aid, grants and scholarships;

    ·         ACT/SAT preparation and registration;

    ·         Connections to tutoring services.

     In order for your son or daughter to participate in this program, parents/guardians must complete the enclosed Transcript Release form and return it in the self-addressed, stamped envelope.  By signing this form, you will be giving Project ASPIREE permission to communicate with you and your child via U.S. Mail, telephone, computer generated correspondence, or written correspondence in regards to Project ASPIREE activities and services.

    If you have any questions, you may contact us at 812-888-5063 or aspiree@vinu.edu.

     *** Be sure to complete the Project ASPIREE Participation Application/Transcript/Financial Release document to complete the registration process. 

    Sincerely,

    Project ASPIREE Staff

    Enclosures

    2024-25 grant year

    Project ASPIREE is 100% federal TRIO grant funded at $341,550.00 annually

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  • In order to fulfill United States Department of Education Regulations concerning parental college status and income disclosure, it is necessary to complete the following for participation in this grant program. 

  • I certify that the information given above is true and correct.  I authorize counselors or schools to release my child's  transcript information regarding educational progress, any financial aid award, and enrollment status to Project ASPIREE.  I authorize Project ASPIREE to transmit this information for the purpose of assistance in making post-secondary eduational plans. I relieve Project ASPIREE of any responsibility for accidents, illnesses, or injuries that may result from participation, and I authorize the use of my child's photo in Project ASPIREE publications, newletters, websites and social media.  I also agree to encourage my student in his/her plans to successfully complete high school and enter an institution of postsecondary education.  I give Project ASPIREE permission to contact my student via cell phone/text/or email. 

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  • Project ASPIREE, a TRIO Talent Search program, is 100% federal TRIO funded at $341,550.00 (Effective 9/01/2024).

    For Office use only:

    Received:Secretary_________________ Outreach advisor: ______________

    Director: _________________

    Eligibility: FG ___________LI__________LIFG___________Other:__________

    AM01/16/2025

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