ASPIRE Web-Based Trainings - What is a Webinar?
A webinar is a live meeting, training, or presentation using the Internet and conference calling. To participate in a webinar, attendees need access to a computer that is connected to the Internet and a telephone to make a toll-free call. A webinar uses a web-based application, such as GoToMeeting, that attendees use to participate in a meeting, training, or presentation.
To register for an ASPIRE webinar, visit the ASPIRE Training Registration page
Trainings for ASPIRE Volunteer Advisors, Students, and Parents
- Intro to ASPIRE
An overview of the ASPIRE Program for adults interested in volunteering in their local high schools. Attendees will learn what the program goals are, how they apply to become an ASPIRE Advisor, and the basics of what responsibilities they assume as a mentor of high school students who are seeking education and training after graduation.
- College 101
College 101 training is a requirement for all ASPIRE Advisor volunteers prior to their meeting with their assigned students. This workshop, which includes information on all aspects of access to education and training after high school, lays the foundation of knowledge that all ASPIRE Advisors will use as they assist students with their post-secondary planning. This is also appropriate for classroom and parent use.
- Finding Fund$ for Oregon Students
Finding Fund$ for Oregon Students is a web-based comprehensive 45 – 60 minute presentation broken into three sections:
- Financial Aid Terms
- Oregon Student Assistance Commission:
Opportunity Grant and eApp Scholarship Workbook
- Scholarship search and application tips
This presentation is appropriate for ASPIRE Advisor volunteers, students, parents and school staff who are seeking information on the financial aid process, the OSAC scholarship application process, and other means to seek for and apply for scholarships.
Trainings for ASPIRE Coordinators - Only
Train the Trainer - Learn how to present your own workshops for ASPIRE Volunteer Advisors, parents, students, and for classroom use by attending the following webinars:
- Finding Fund$ for Oregon Students is a comprehensive 45 – 60 minute presentation broken into three sections:
- Financial Aid Terms
- Oregon Student Assistance Commission: Opportunity Grant and eApp Scholarship Workbook
- Scholarship Tips
- Intro to ASPIRE
An overview of the ASPIRE Program for adults interested in volunteering in their local high schools. Attendees will learn what the program goals are, how they apply to become an ASPIRE Advisor, and the basics of what responsibilities they assume as a mentor of high school students who are seeking education and training after graduation.
- College 101
College 101 training is a requirement for all ASPIRE Advisor volunteers prior to their meeting with their assigned students. This workshop, which includes information on all aspects of access to education and training after high school, lays the foundation of knowledge that all ASPIRE Advisors will use as they assist students with their post-secondary planning.
New ASPIRE Coordinator Training - This webinar is designed to provide information to newly designated ASPIRE Coordinators. The content provides staff who are either starting a new program, or who are new to an existing ASPIRE program, the basic tools and information needed to implement and/or manage an ASPIRE program in an Oregon high school or at a designated ASPIRE site. |
