Project ASPIREE Parent Letter and Program Application 25-26 GY

Project ASPIREE Parent Letter and Program Application 25-26 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

2025-26 grant year

Project ASPIREE is 100% federal TRIO grant funded at $341,550.00 annually
School Currently Attending*
Graduation Month/Year*
Current Grade Level*

6th7th8th9th10th11th12th
Student's Full Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Student's Cell phone (if none write 000-000-0000)*

Area CodePhone Number
Student email address (if none just write none)*
example@example.com
Parent's cell phone number (if none use all zeros)*

Area CodePhone Number
Home number (if none use all zeros)*

Area CodePhone Number
Gender*

malefemale
Student's Birth date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Student's SSN
US Citizen (You must be a US Citizen or legal resident to participate in Project ASPIREE).*

YesNo
Is English your first/primary language?*

Yesno
Is the student:*

Hispanic/LatinoNot Hispanic/Latino
Ethic Origin*

AsianAmerican Indian/Alaskan NativeNative Hawaiian or other pacific IslanderBlack/African AmericanWhitetwo or more races
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.
Has either parent that the student lives with obtained a Bachelor's Degree?*

YesNo
If yes, where? (if no, write N/A).*
Does your family QUALIFY for any of the following programs? Please select all that apply:*

TANFWICFood StampsSS/SSDI/SSIHeating AssistanceFoster child/ward of the courtAFDC Cast AssistanceTextbook AssistanceFederal free lunch program21st Century ScholarNone of the above
Please check one of the following Family TAXABLE Income Ranges. NOTE: Taxable income is usually lower than the adjust gross income. (Line 15 on last year's 1040 Federal tax return form, labeled taxable income) Effective January 13, 2026, until further notice.*

$0-$23,940$23,941-$32,460$32,461-$40,980$40,981-$49,500$49,501-$58,020$58,021- $66,540$66,541-$75,060$75,061-$83,580Above $83,581
Family members living in household:*

12345678More than 8
Please check the services that you believe your child will benefit most from knowing more about (check all that apply)*

Academic information such as study skills, note taking, course selection, diploma track, moreCollege exploration and information; such as college visits and application assistance, etcCareer exploration, resume writing, how to prepare for job interviews, and moreMotivation activities and goal settingFinancial Literacy; such as FAFSA, fee waivers,scholarship assistance, personal banking, checkbook and budgetingSAT/ACT information, preparation, testing dates, fee waiver sand tutoring information.They need to talk to someone about other things
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.
Parent name*

First NameLast Name
Parent Signature*
Parent email address*
example@example.com
Project ASPIREE, a TRIO Talent Search program, is 100% federal TRIO funded at $341,550.00 (Effective 9/01/2025).

For Office use only:

Received:Secretary_________________ Outreach advisor: ______________

Director: _________________

Eligibility: FG ___________LI__________LIFG___________Other:__________

AM06/06/2026
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