Mission:

The sole mission of the C.A.S.H Program is to provide African-American high school students with awareness, education and information of the economic, financial and social advantages of graduating from high school and matriculating through college. It provides access to business professionals and resources to help the youth in our community in several aspects of their life from choosing the right college and career to living their lives financially independent. This program gives the students a competitive advantage to be able to soundly compete in today’s and tomorrow’s intertwined global economy.

All workshops are from 6:00 – 8:00pm; date and/or location are subject to change with advanced notice.

1st half sessions (Jan. 6th - Mar. 16th) will be held at Fordham Graduate Campus – 60th and Columbus.
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2nd half sessions (Mar. 30th - Jun. 22nd) will be held at AXA Equitable – 1290 6th Ave (btwn. 51st and 52nd).
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For additional information about the program please click the individual links below.

Document Title	Description	File
2012 C.A.S.H. Schedule	This the 2012 C.A.S.H schedule. Please review this document every week as it is subject to change.
2012 C.A.S.H. Presentation	This document provides a program overview of the C.A.S.H. Program including the history and mission of the program, program affiliates, session descriptions and sample of student awards.
2012 C.A.S.H. FAQs	Get all your questions about the C.A.S.H. Program answered here.
2012 C.A.S.H. Student Flyer	This flyer provides general information for students interested in joining the program.
2012 C.A.S.H. Mentor Flyer	This flyer provides general information for professionals interested in becoming a mentor or program assistant for the program.

Women's History Month Trivia Question:

I am looking for the 5th person to correctly answer the following question in celebration of Women's History Month. As always, you can only be correct once, if you are and are NOT #5, I will let you know. If you do not get it correct, I will tell you to try again. This is for a $20 gift card and you must be at the session on March 16 to get the card. Email answers to cash@nyblackmba.org.

What were the two "firsts" that Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm accomplished?

Session Documents

Session 1: How To Pay For College/Choosing The Right School, January 6, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
6 Steps to College Planning	This document was presented at the session by guest speakers, Mr. David Harrison, Director of Office of Minority Student Affairs at The Ohio State University and Mr. Ike Uche, Assistant Director of Admissions at Fordham University.
Choosing Your School	This exercise was used during the session for students to write down their college choices, public vs. private schools, in-state vs. out-of-state schools.
College Planning By High School Year	This document shows students and parents what preparation can be made by each year of high school to prepare for college.
Paying For College	This is a very detailed document that helps parents understand the many different options and things to consider for paying your child's college education.
Paying For College Resources	This is a one page resource document for parents with websites on how to pay for college.
Paying For College Timetable	One page document with steps to take to prepare for college by year.
How To Pay For College	Another resource guide to paying for college.
EFC Sheet	This document shows the amount parents can expect to contribute toward their children's education. It shows calculations for completing financial aid forms.
AGI Sheet	This document shows family income restrictions when considering college financing.

Session 2: Writing College Essays, January 13, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
Development of the College Essay	This document was presented by Dr. Edward Price, Regional Admissions Manager, The Ohio State University. He was a guest speaker discussing the importance college essays and how he evaluates essays of New York students who are applying to the university. Also guest speaking and discussing this topic along with College Funding was Ms. Jennifer Webster, High School Counselor, Brooklyn College Educational Talent Search Program (BCETSP)
College Essay Writing	This 2-page guide provides many tips to help high school students write quality essays. It provides an outline and lays out a structure for writing the introduction, middle and close of the essay.
2012 C.A.S.H. Program Essay Writing Contest	This is the essay writing contest for the 2012 program. Students who submit an essay must follow the instructions of the essay and all essays MUST be submitted electronically on or before the due date of June 15, 2012.

Session 3: Overcoming Sterotypes , January 20, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
Stereotypes Handout	The students did this exercise during the session to discuss stereotyping by an individual's name.
Stereotypes Questions	A series of questions that mentors used to discuss what students think stereotyping is and how they experience it in their daily lives and its impact on them.
Overcoming Stereotypes	A series of exercises (some completed during the session) to discuss the definition of stereotypes, any positive or negative aspects of doing it. The purpose of these exercises is for students to feel comfortable discussing a sensitive subject matter and turning it into a constructive way to handle a situation when being stereotyped by others, and also to understand why one should not stereotype others.

Session 4: Technology and Social Media , February 3, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
No Documents for this session	N/A	N/A

Session 5: Business Etiquette, February 10, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
Intro To Business Etiquette	This document provides students with basic tips about Busines Etiquette including first impressions, greetings, physical contact, body language, conversation skills, eye contact, dining etiquette and communication etiquette.
Business Etiquette: Handshakes	You are often judged by your handshake. This document discusses components of a good handshake, common handshakes and tips for the perfect handshake.
Business Etiquette: Carrying Yourself With Dignity	This document discusses business etiquette techniques for sitting and being at ease; standing to impress and having good posture; and walking and commanding respect.
Business Etiquette: Care, Converse, Communicate	This document discusses why communication is important in business etiquette; the skills needed to communicate successfully; choosing words thoughtfully and listening as a form of communication.

Session 6: Using Microsoft Office & Effective Communication, March 2, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
The 4 P's of Presentations	This is the document that Mr. Mario Lewis, our guest speaker walked through during the session. This is a valuabe document for any student who wants to learn to become a top notch public speaker.
10 Tips For Public Speaking	If you ever wanted to learn how to speak effectively in public, here are ten tips you can use in order to do so.
Public Speaking Tips	This document is a very good read and provides a massive amount of good information and tips on how to professionally use public speaking to your advantage.

Session 7: Resume Writing & Interview Skills, March 16, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
Resume Guide	Did you know that 20 seconds is all you get when it comes to your resume being reviewed by someone. They literally make up an opinion about you in those 20 seconds. This 4-page documents tells you the Do's and Don'ts of Resume Writing.
Resume Adjectives and Action Words	Ever wonder what words to use on your resume to describe yourself. Well this document provides a list of power words and adjectives that ALL good resume writers should have on their resume.
Resume Tips and FAQs	If you have questions about how to write your resume, as many young people might, this document provides some answers to some of the most frequently asked questions and provides basic tips on how to write a really good resume.
Interview Guide	You'd Better Be Prepared! That is the headline of this interviewing guide. It covers the four stages of an interview; provides tips on negotiating and covers some commonly asked questions during an interview.
Candidate Questions to Ask at the Interview	The interview is not all about the person interviewing you asking you questions. In a typical interview, there will always be time for the candidate to ask some questions as well. Remember, it's a two-way street so come prepared with some intelligent and thoughtful questions.
Getting The Job You Want	There is so much to consider when preparing for an interview. However, there are a few simple things to always keep in mind. This 1-page document covers them.
Interview Tips	This document provides 10 tips for preparing for an interview then most importantly, discusses how to dress for success for an interview. This sounds so simple, but you would be surprised at how many people continue to get this wrong by missing out on little things (i.e., wearing too much cologne or jewelry, etc.)
Mock Interview	This was used an exercise during the session where students practiced interviewing each other for an open position in a retail store.

Session 8: Financial Literacy I: Intro to the Stock Game, March 30, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
Ana vs. Shawn	This was an exercise used during the session to demonstrate the importance of starting to save money at a young age, which is what Ana does in this exercise. Shawn however waits until he is in his 30s. Students learn how the two strategies make thousands of dollars in difference.
Where to Save or Invest	This exercise was done in a group setting where students have the opportunity to choose where to invest $10,000. They are asked to choose between a standard savings account, a certificate of deposit or the stock market. The scenario is run over four years where students can change their investment strategy at the end of each year.
Financial Management I: Saving and Investing	This document provides several fun exercises that teach students about saving and investing options. It discusses the difference between saving and investing and shows strategies related to both. Finally, it discusses setting goals to managing ones strategy.
Financial Management II: Stock Market	This document provides a plethora of information and an overview and history of the stock market and what the three main indexes are. It lists the 30 companies that make up the Dow Jones and provides a litany of financial term definitions. It also provides important investment strategies to use and lists both useful online and offline resources for doing research on investing.
Stock Game Instructions	This document explains the rules of this year's stock game including a detailed explanation of the scoring system.
Stock Game Grid	This is the Excel grid that needs to be completed for companies the students invest in. It also provides detailed instructions on how to write their report. The most critical part of this stock game will be the report the students have to turn in at the end. If they don't turn this in, they will not be considered for an award, no matter how much money they have. The point of this from a student perspective is what you learn, not how much money you have at the end. The more detailed the report, the better the score.
Stock Game Overview	This one pager provides the rules of the actual site of where the game is being played. It shows what kinds of transactions can be made and the parameters of what can be done within the game itself. Students must create a free account on MarketWatch before joining the stock game.
Stock Game Grading Sheet	This is the page used to show students exactly how their submitted reports will be graded on a 0-500 point scale. Typically the top three students receive awards.
Industry List with Select Companies	This document lists the 10 U.S. industries that all companies are categorized within. It serves as a guide to help students pick what sector they want to invest in. Each sector lists notable companies within that industry along with the company stock ticker symbol. Students can choose these companies or conduct research to choose their own.

Session 9: Financial Literacy II: Budgeting & Understanding Credit, April 20, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
Wants vs. Needs Exercise	This exercise was given as a homework assignment for students to document ALL of the money they spend between sessions over a three week period. The goal is to write down everything money is spent on and divided into two categories, Wants or Needs. It is the student's discretion to decide what which category the spend goes in.
Income Exercise	This exercise provided 9 different real world/real life scenarios that presented the teams of students with various hypothetical educational and income levels. The students are asked to create a monthly budget based upon the scenario they are given and must try to make it work anyway they can.
Budget Exercise	This is a quick budget exercise where you have the students pretend they are freshmen in college and they are forced to manage their own monthly budget to see if they have a surplus or are in debt. NOTE: This is not a detailed budget document, an example of that is provided in another document.
Credit Card Exercise	Students are presented with three credit card options and they use the information provided about each to decide which card they would choose to accept, if any. Feel free to customize this to your own and make it as fun and educational as possible.
Financial Management III: Managing Your Monthly Budget	This is a very detailed budget sheet that should not be used during the session other than general discussion. This will be posted online and is something the students and their families, and even mentors can use in their daily lives.
Financial Management IV: Understanding Credit	This is a thorough exercise-based document that you can pick and choose which topics to cover. It talks entirely about credit, what it is, how it is determined and how to protect. Have a great time working these exercises with your students.

Session 10: Kaplan SAT Prep Session/Community Service Day Update, April 27, 2012

Document Title	Description	File
College Prep Timeline	Where are you on the path to college? Making yourself competitive for college admission can seem a little daunting. But if you plan ahead, you can make the process more manageable--and successful. This document is a timeline to help you get started.
Practice Test Flyer	A flyer with information about taking Kaplan's practice ACT, SAT and PSAT tests.
SAT 10 Question Challenge	This document was used during the session by the session facilitator to go through a few sample questions from the SAT. The session also covered successful tips and strategies to do well on the SAT test. Students who did not attend the attend are encouraged to use this for practice.t.
SAT Test Strategies	This document presents information on getting to know how the SAT works, how it is scored and what colleges are looking for with test results. It also provides strategies for a successful test. And finally it presents ways to smartly prepare for the test. C.A.S.H. students will receive a discount on Kaplan online and in-class courses.
SAT Resources	This document was prepared by session facilitator, mentor and author Marvis Burns. It provides valuable information on preparing for the SAT; scholarship information; a link for the Top 50 colleges and information about Mr. Burns recently released book and his personal website as he tells students how he was awarded several thousands of dollars in scholarships and how students can do it too.

Resources

Internships

Youth Conference for Jobs, Internships, Educational and Volunteer Opportunities!

Community Board 14’s Fifth Annual Youth Conference May 2, 2012, 4-7 pm Brooklyn College Student Center East 27th & Campus Road, Brooklyn, NY Brooklyn Community Board 14 is pleased to announce that their Fifth Annual Youth Conference will take place on May 2, 2012. All teenagers, aged 12-19, are invited to attend this great event to find out about jobs, internships, educational and volunteer opportunities, as well as additional services offered to young people in our community by various government agencies, non-profit organizations and local businesses.

The goal of the Youth Conference is to provide valuable resources for our young community members. Don’t forget to Save the Date - May 2, 2012!

Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)

The Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) is recruiting for its summer internship program called Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP). All applicants must use USAJOBS to apply. The announcement closes March 12th. Last year due to the number of applicants, the announcement closed early. It is suggested that interested parties not wait until the closing date to apply. http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/310440100

NY Youth Works Program

To build a new New York, we must invest in the next generation of New Yorkers by creating opportunities for them to grow and succeed. In our inner cities, youth unemployment rates are over 40%. This is unacceptable.

To combat this, Governor Cuomo has created the NY Youth Works Program. Under the program, thousands of young New Yorkers can receive work readiness, occupational training and digital literacy training to build a foundation for future success. Additionally, businesses in New York City are among those eligible to receive tax credits for hiring unemployed and disadvantaged youth. http://www.governor.ny.gov/BuildingaNewNY/Creating-Jobs

Manhattan District Attorney Office

Applications should be postmarked by Friday, April 27, 2012.

Ronald H. Brown Pre-Law Summer Program at St. John's University Law School
This is for "CURRENT" college freshman and sophomores, please spread the word to anyone you know already in college:

Dear Community,

Do you know an outstanding student (in any major) who is interested in law? This is the program for them!

Robin Harper is a Pre-Law advisor at York. He is looking for qualified candidates (sophomores and lower juniors only this year) to participate in the Ronald H. Brown Pre-Law Summer Program at St. John's University Law School in which talented sophomores and juniors learn what it takes to become a lawyer. The goal of the program is to reach out to minority, low income and first generation college students and give them the tools and support to pursue the study of law and become attorneys.

Last year, York was able to sponsor four students for this amazing program. Graduates of the program are in law school now. If you know of a student who wants to be a lawyer, there is no better program in the nation than this award-winning one. Paper applications are available in 4D06, the Behavioral Sciences Office. The deadline is Friday March 9th.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Harper, via email rharper@york.cuny.edu.

Co-opInternships and Summer Research Opportunities

This is an 18 page document that lists Co-ops, Internships and Summer Research Opportunities for HS students.

U.S. Department of State Internship

We are pleased to inform you that we are now accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State's Fall 2012 Student Internship Program. Click here (http://careers.state.gov/students/programs) to read more about the Student Internship Program, and to start the Gateway to State online application process. *Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is March 02, 2012.

To be eligible for this program, you must be:

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be a full- or part-time continuing college or university junior, or graduate student (including graduating seniors intending to go on to graduate school).
• Have good academic standing
• Successfully complete a background investigation
• Be able to receive either a Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Please read the entire vacancy announcement carefully for all qualifications and requirements. You can also visit our Student Programs forum (http://careers.state.gov/engage/forums/student-programs) to post questions or read discussions about this program. We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State. U.S. citizenship is required. An equal opportunity employer.

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Contests

Black History Month Quiz

Red Tails (now a major motion picture release) is the nickname of what famous group of African-American World War II patriots?

For this question, I'm looking for the 8th correct answer. Remember if you get an incorrect answer, I will tell you and you can try again. If you have the correct answer but are not the 8th person, you cannot try again.

This is for a $20 or $25 gift card.

You may email your response to cash@nyblackmba.org.

Psi Lambda Lambda 2011 - 2012 High School Essay Contest

This is an announcement of the Psi Lambda Lambda 2011 - 2012 High School Essay Contest. Please distribute the contest guidelines to any eligible candidates: all college-bound, High School Seniors in the New York City metropolitan area. Essays must be received no later than February 15, 2012 and winners will be announced at the Chapter'sTalent Hunt Program which is scheduled to be held on Saturday February 18, 2012. Click the link below to view/download the application.

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Summer Programs

Summer Public Health Scholars Program

Please find attached information from Columbia University regarding a 10 week summer program. The program includes transportation, room and board for the entire program and those who complete the summer program will receive a stipend of $3500. The students do not have to be pre-med, biology, or science majors.

Summer Public Health Scholars Program

Howard University School of Business Summer Enrichment Programs for High School Students!

The Howard University School of Business offers rising high school juniors and seniors a unique summer experience with unparallel opportunities! There are currently 3 programs to choose from (a student can only attend 1 program per summer):

1. SAP: Summer Actuarial Program (June 17- July 7, 2012)
   Three week residential program for rising 11th & 12th graders with an un-weighted GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.0 scale and high mathematics test scores: > 60 PSAT/600 SAT. Contact: Tya N. Boyden • tboyden@howard.edu • 202.806.1518
2. ACAP: Accounting Career Awareness Program (June 17- June 22, 2012)
   One week residential program for rising 11th & 12th graders with an un-weighted GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.0 scale. Contact: Nelson Santiago • nsantiago@howard.edu • 202.806.1504
3. CISCAP: Computer Information Systems Career Awareness Program (June 24 - June 29, 2012)
   One week residential program for rising 11th & 12th graders with an un-weighted GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.0 scale. Contact: Nelson Santiago • nsantiago@howard.edu • 202.806.1504

Application Deadline: April 1, 2012
Cost: There is no cost to attend the programs; the programs are underwritten by corporate sponsors. Participants will only have to provide for their transportation to and from Washington, DC.

SAP Application 2012.pdf

Howard University School of Business Summer Programs Application 2012.pdf for ACAP and CISCAP Programs.

Pfizer's Student Worker Program

Each year, Pfizer’s Student Worker Program places talented college students into short-term roles at Pfizer to help meet business needs during the summer and provide students with valuable experience in a corporate environment.

The program is not a talent conversion or internship program. Student workers work in various areas of the company including administrative, information technology/technical,light scientific support, finance, clinical research,manufacturing/operations/supply chain management, marketing, math/statisticalresearch, research and development/science, medical or regulatory affairs and veterinary medicine.

College students interested in signing up for the program can signup at Pfizer's Summer Student Worker Program Job Portal. All applicants must meet eligibility requirements. The application deadline for students is March 31.

For more information, visit the Office ofContractor Management website or send questions by email topfizerstudent@atriumstaff.com.

To access Pfizer's Summer Student Worker Program Job Portal, click below.

Events

Metropolitan Museum of Art Event

The National Black MBA Association Metro New York Chapter is partnering with the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a presentation and discussion on armor making. The discussion will discuss how armor worked, for which occassions and how it was worn by boys and men and even sometimes women. The event will be held on Saturday, January 21st at 3PM. The cost of admission is $15. Mr. Dirk Breiding, Assistant Curator, Department of Arms and Armor will lead the event.

Metropolitan Museum of Art Event

Galluaudet University's Black ASL Project Presents: "The Hidden Treasure of Black ASL: Its History and Structure"

The Black ASL Project is a language project which aims to describe the linguistic features of a variety of American Sign Language (ASL) used by African American signers and usually known as Black ASL.

This is a free event to be held on Friday, February 3, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Milbank Chapel, Teachers College, Columbia University, 525 W. 120th St. NYC (Broadway and 120th St.) Light refreshments will be served.

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Scholarships

CALL ME MISTER

Black Male Teachers needed. Do you know any Black Males who are seniors in high school who want to go to college out of state for FREE? The CALL ME MISTER program offered by 4 historical black colleges in South Carolina , Benedict College , Chaflin University , Morris College and South Carolina State University - visit the www.callmemister.clemson.edu/index.htl details online application or call .800.640.2657

Harvard University

Harvard University is offering free tuition to families of HONOR STUDENTS and their income is less than $125,000 per year. Visit www.fao.fas.harvard.edc or call 617.495.1581.

Syracuse University School of Architecture

Syracuse University School of Architecture is desperately seeking young women and men of color interested in pursuing a 5 yr. professional degree in Architecture. Contact: Mark Robbins, Dean School of Architecture, 201 Slocum Hall, Syracuse , NY 13244-1250 (315) 443-256 www.soa.syr.edu/indes.php

Private Education at Public School Price

Seton Hall is pleased to announce that students enrolling directly from high school in September 2012 can enroll at Seton Hall for the same tuition rate as the Rutgers in-state tuition rate. In these tough economic times, Seton Hall understands the financial concerns of families and is offering this program to help make a first-rate, private Catholic education as affordable as a public education.

To qualify for this rate students must:

• Have a minimum of a 27 ACT composite score or combined 1200 on the critical reading and math sections of the SAT with not less than 550 on either section;
• Be in the top 10 percent of their high school class; and
• Apply by December 15.

In addition, students who file the FAFSA may be eligible for additional need-based financial aid. This unique program is open to students from all states. No special application is required. Students who apply to Seton Hall and meet the academic criteria will automatically receive this tuition rate.

College Scholarships Available Now DEADLINE TO APPLY - February 15 thru April 15, 2012

Please click on the link listed below for further information and an application.

Link	Award/Award Ceiling	Deadline
HSF/AT&T Foundation Scholarship, Hispanic Scholarship Fund	$2,500	February 13, 2012
HSF/Discovery Scholarship, Hispanic Scholarship Foundation	N/A	February 15, 2012
Michael Jackson and Rhythm Nations Scholarships, UNCF	$5,000	February 15, 2012
Military Children Program, Military Scholar	N/A	February 24, 2012
Harlem Scholarships, Harlem Scholarship Foundation	$2,000	March 1, 2012
Corporate Scholarship Program, YMCA NYC	$2,500	March 15, 2012
Summer 2012 Scholarship, Manhattan Graphics Center	N/A	March 15, 2012
Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants	$3,000	April 1, 2012
President's Lifetime Achievement, National Black Nurse's Assocation	$2,000	April 15, 2012

Miss Black Collegiate USA Scholarship Pageant ™

Did you ever dream about being the winner in a National Pageant?
Would you enjoy stayingat a luxury resort?
Does competitng forprizes & scholarship money for college seem exciting to you?
Would you like theopportunity to work with celebrity choreographers, stylists, make up artists,etc.
How does the idea ofpossibly being on a hit reality show on TVONE* sound?
If you answered, “YES!” What are you waiting for? Youmust be 18-23, of African descent, about to enter into college or currentlyenrolled in an accredited college, and have United States Citizenship
The Miss Black Collegiate USA Scholarship Pageant ™ can make yourdreams come true!
Preliminary Week: Friday, June 15 – Friday, June 22, 2012
Pageant: Saturday, June 23, 2012

Visit our website tocomplete your application and get answers to your questions at www.missblackcollegiateusa.com
Hurry! The Application Deadline is Thursday, March 15, 2012

Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.

Each year, Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. provides scholarships of $1,500 to 40 eligible high school seniors. I am attaching copies of this year's application. Please circulate to all eligible graduating seniors. The scholarship is open to students from all over the country; however, I am working with Atlanta-area students only. National students should visit www.taisf.org and send their application to the chapter nearest them. All students who have their applications in before January 15 (or have contacted me via email) will be invited to a FREE application preparation workshop.

Students do NOT have to attend Tuskegee University. The deadline for submission is January 25, 2012.

Mail all completed applications to:
Dr. Lisa Bratton
P.O. Box 2113
Lithonia, GA 30058
drlbratt@yahoo.com

Corp.Govt and Non Profit Internship and Scholarship Guide

Little Africa Scholarship

Whitney M. Young, Jr. Memorial Scholarship

Whitney M. Young, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline April 2, 2012

Are you: A person who demonstrates strong potential for academic achievement?

Of excellent character and proven leadership ability, with a demonstrated commitment to community service and extra-curricular activities?

A New York City resident of color?

A potential 2012 high school graduate or recipient of a GED that has been accepted as a full time and first-term matriculating freshman at an accredited college or university?

A student with a cumulative average of at least 80 or GED score of 2800?

Then you are eligible to apply for the 2012 Whitney M. Young, Jr. Scholarship presented by the New York Urban League.

http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewYorkUrbanLeague/180c779dfa/83786c785c/a17d765883
http://cts.vresp.com/c/?NewYorkUrbanLeague/180c779dfa/83786c785c/2e57163e89

For more information contact: Office of College Access 212-926-8000 ext. 141 collegeready@nyul.org

U.S. Department of Education Financial Capabilities Challenge

We all make financial decisions everyday.For most of us, though, no one taught us the best way. Students todayface a fast paced, dynamic economy and need a good financial educationto succeed. That’s why we are excited to announce the National FinancialCapability Challenge sponsored by the U.S. Department of the Treasury andthe U.S. Department of Education that runs from March 12 through April13, 2012. The Challenge is a free, online series of financial questionsfor high school students to test their knowledge of earning, spending,saving, borrowing, risk protection, and more.

You can sign up now to join the growingnumber of educators engaging their students in this challenge. Registrationis easy and free at challenge.treas.gov. As educators, it is criticallyimportant to use this opportunity to help prepare our students for financialindependence!

• It's quick. It takes onlyabout 30 minutes to administer the Challenge online, but the lessons yourstudents will learn in preparing will last a lifetime.
• It's easy. Comprehensivelesson plans and sample questions are available in the online EducatorToolkit to help you prepare your students for the Challenge.
• It's rewarding. Educatorsand top-scoring students in each school will earn personalized award certificatesand states with the highest participation will also be recognized.
• Any high school educatorcan do it. Even if you’re not a math or personal finance educator, youcan register so your students can participate. The website also providestools you can use to easily spread the word about the Challenge, including:
• Content you can email to othereducators,
• A flier with all the detailsfor you to attach to your email or post in the teachers' lounge,
• Content you can submit forpublication in your district's newsletter,
• Content you can post on websites,blogs, and other online sites.

Please don’t delay! Register today at challenge.treas.gov. Your students’ financial futures depend on you!

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Useful Links
Click on the links below to go the the web pages.

2012 Best Colleges rankings
Black Enterprise: 5 Common Money Mistakes
Black Enterprise: Making a Difference/
Infographic: Which College Majors Lead To Higher Employment, Unemployment?<
http://www.hbcuconnect.com/

These forms are for the C.A.S.H. Mentor Program 2012 registration cycle.

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Form

This form must be printed out, signed by the parent(s)/guardian(s), and brought to the first meeting.

Document Title	Description	File
General Release	This form is required of all students who register for the program. This is to be signed by the student's parent or legal guardian and gives permission for the organization to print the student's name and post pictures in any media or marketing material related to the program.

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Mentee Form

Registration is now closed for 2012. We invite you to participate next year.

To access the Mentee application form, click below.

Mentee Form Report Abuse

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Mentor Form

Registration is now closed for 2012. We invite you to participate next year.

Mentor Form Report Abuse

Please review the following requirements and expectations for everyone involved in the C.A.S.H. Program. All parties should ONLY consider joining the program if they are able to meet ALL of the requirements of their particular group.

Student Requirements

• Attend all 16 sessions or the majority of them
• Participate each week by providing input at the sessions
• Obey rules of the program
• Respect other students of the program
• Take plenty of notes from mentors and guest speakers
• Be a good team player, help your team members
• Be willing to put in the work that the program requires
• Bringy our A-Game as this is a very competitive program
• Have a serious commitment toward preparing yourself for college
• Engage in public presentations to the entire audience
• Utilize the Chapter’s website weekly to find program resources

Mentor Requirements

• Attend the sessions that you commit to whether it’s the part-time or full-timeschedule
• Facilitate the weekly sessions but let your team of students take the lead
• Administer the rules of the program with students
• Be prepared each week by reviewing the Mentor Resource documents for each week’ssessions
• Have a team contact strategy to communicate with students throughout the program(CRITICAL)
• Be a good team player, communicate with your fellow team mentors
• Be willing to put in additional hours with your team outside of the regular Fridaymeetings (in particular near the end of the program)
• Bring your A-Game because the students are watching you
• Have a passion about helping our youth prepare themselves for college and beyond

Parent Requirements

• Attend a minimum of 2 of the 16 sessions in order for the student to graduate. Werecommend the following:
• “HowTo Pay For College” and/or
• “FinancialLiteracy II” and/or
• “TheCommunity Service Event” and/or “Case Competition Presentation Day”
• Help spread the word about the program to other parents through PTA, school,community organizations, work, etc.
• Participatein parent discussions as the students are in sessions with their teams and mentors
• Encourage your child to complete the entire program (January through June)
• Review the program website for resources such as scholarship information<
• Provide suggestions on how to improve the program
• Complete the General Release form

Program Assistant Requirements

• Attend the sessions that you commit to whether it’s the part-time or full-timeschedule
• Assist Program Director with administering the running of the program
• Help to hold students accountable for results
• Help communicate with students, mentors and parents and partners about programevents
• Help mentors to contact students throughout the program year
• Assist with picture-taking and video capture throughout the program
• Be a good team player, communicate with everyone in the program
• Be willing to put in additional hours with “behind-the-scenes” tasks + toward endof program
• Have a passion about helping our youth prepare themselves for college and beyond