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Welcome to our DCTAG (DC Tuition Assistance Grant) page. This is where you will find the most recent updates about our program and upcoming events.

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EdFEST for grades 9-12 is only a couple days away! There will be so many resources and opportunities available, including help with the FAFSA process for you and your student. Join @dcpublicschools at Eastern High School on Saturday ⬇️
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To be a @NCAA DI or @NCAADII qualifier, you must earn 16 NCAA-approved core-course credits in certain subject areas. Use the example schedule to meet the core-course requirement. 🔗 on.ncaa.com/corecourses
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DC families with students going into grades 9-12! 🗣️ EdFEST for your student is tomorrow. Explore school options, discover programs and resources, and connect with your school communities. ➡️tinyurl.com/EdFEST2024Releas…
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It's easy to get to #EdFEST24 * Take the Orange/Blue/Silver Metro to Stadium-Armory. * Ride the B2, D6, or 96 Metro buses. * Drive to free parking at DC Armory Lots 1, 2, and 3. * Use promo code EDFEST2024 to take $10 off one Uber ride to or from EdFEST
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#EdFEST24 for Grades 9-12 is TOMORROW. We can't wait to see you at Eastern High School from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Register for FREE: buff.ly/2YxVoVJ
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From the DCTAG Crew to all DCTAG AWARDEES PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE-
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Be a cool turkey, and apply for all the #Scholarships you qualify for! Dig in to the November list before it's gone! 🦃🦃🦃 scholarships360.org/scholars…
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Now that the 2025–26 FAFSA® form is live, Federal Student Aid’s contact center will be open longer to help you complete your form. 📞 For support, visit StudentAid.gov/contact
Federal Student Aid Information Center Extended Hours of Operation (2025–26 FAFSA Form): Monday: 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern time (ET) FAFSA support available until 10 p.m. ET Tuesday–Wednesday: 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET FAFSA support available until 10 p.m. ET Thursday–Friday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m. ET FAFSA support available until 10 p.m. ET (except on Friday, November 29th) Saturday–Sunday: Closed FAFSA support available 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET on Saturdays Closed on all federal holidays.

ALT Federal Student Aid Information Center Extended Hours of Operation (2025–26 FAFSA Form): Monday: 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern time (ET) FAFSA support available until 10 p.m. ET Tuesday–Wednesday: 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET FAFSA support available until 10 p.m. ET Thursday–Friday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m. ET FAFSA support available until 10 p.m. ET (except on Friday, November 29th) Saturday–Sunday: Closed FAFSA support available 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET on Saturdays Closed on all federal holidays.

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Please place this event on your schedule!
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PLUS loans can help pay for education expenses not covered by other aid, but there are some key differences from other loan types. StudentAid.gov/plus-loan-cre…
PLUS Loan Credit Counseling​. PLUS Loan Credit Counseling will help students and parents understand the obligations associated with receiving a PLUS loan and assist them in making careful decisions about taking on student loan debt.​ Who should complete this?​ Eligible graduate/professional students​. Parents of eligible dependent undergraduate students. How long will it take?​ The entire counseling process must be completed in a single session. Most people complete counseling in 20–30 minutes.​ What do I need?​ A StudentAid.gov account​, Details on your income, student aid, and living expenses.

ALT PLUS Loan Credit Counseling​. PLUS Loan Credit Counseling will help students and parents understand the obligations associated with receiving a PLUS loan and assist them in making careful decisions about taking on student loan debt.​ Who should complete this?​ Eligible graduate/professional students​. Parents of eligible dependent undergraduate students. How long will it take?​ The entire counseling process must be completed in a single session. Most people complete counseling in 20–30 minutes.​ What do I need?​ A StudentAid.gov account​, Details on your income, student aid, and living expenses.

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DCTAG retweeted
OSSE@OSSEDC19 Nov 2024
We’re counting down to @MySchoolDC EdFEST – DC’s citywide school fair! This is your opportunity to meet representatives from DC public and public charter schools! Register for free at MySchoolDC.org #EdFEST24
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And the 2025-26 DCTAG APPLICATION will be available Feb 1, 2025!
Federal Student Aid
@FAFSA13 Nov 2024
Replying to @ChestRockwell68
The 2025-26 FAFSA form will be available to the public on or before Dec. 1, 2024. More information: studentaid.gov/announcements…
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One step you can take before completing the 2025–26 FAFSA® form? 🍎-solutely using the Federal Student Aid Estimator to see how much aid you may be eligible for.​ Get started at StudentAid.gov/aid-estimator…
With the Federal Student Aid Estimator, you can find out how much federal student aid you may be eligible for.

ALT With the Federal Student Aid Estimator, you can find out how much federal student aid you may be eligible for.

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📢Let your voice be heard📢 Join DCPS for our upcoming public budget hearing on Wednesday, November 20 at 6:00 PM. Register to testify or to hear about the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget at: bit.ly/dcpsbudgetrsvp26
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DCTAG retweeted
OSSE@OSSEDC12 Nov 2024
We're excited for #EdFEST24 – are you? EdFEST (Grades 9-12) is on Dec. 7 at Eastern High School and EdFEST (PK3 – Grade 8) is on Dec. 14 at the DC Armory. Learn more about the @MySchoolDC lottery and register for FREE at MySchoolDC.org!
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Hand Salute to all Veterans, past, present & future from the DCTAG TEAM!
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Mark your calendars! 🗓️ The lottery application for the 2025-26 school year opens on Dec. 16. Sign up for our alerts to stay informed about key updates and reminders: buff.ly/4cZxRlj
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The largest Congressional Financial Aid Program is the DCTAG PROGRAM!
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Satisfactory academic progress is also required for DCTAG
Federal Student Aid
@FAFSA18 Oct 2024
With midterms in full swing, don’t forget that you must make satisfactory academic progress to remain eligible for federal student aid. ​ Learn more at StudentAid.gov/understand-ai…
Satisfactory academic progress (SAP) means making good enough grades and completing enough credits toward completing your degree. It is required to maintain eligibility for federal student aid.

ALT Satisfactory academic progress (SAP) means making good enough grades and completing enough credits toward completing your degree. It is required to maintain eligibility for federal student aid.

Each school sets its own SAP policy. You can check your school's website or contact your financial aid office to find yours. The policy will include what grade point average you need to maintain; how quickly you need to be moving toward graduation; how an incomplete class, withdrawal, repeated class, change of major, or transfer or credits from another school affects your SAP; what will happen if you fail to make SAP; and how you can regain eligibility for federal student aid.

ALT Each school sets its own SAP policy. You can check your school's website or contact your financial aid office to find yours. The policy will include what grade point average you need to maintain; how quickly you need to be moving toward graduation; how an incomplete class, withdrawal, repeated class, change of major, or transfer or credits from another school affects your SAP; what will happen if you fail to make SAP; and how you can regain eligibility for federal student aid.

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🗓️Calendar Reminder🗓️ There will be no school for students on the following days: Monday, November 4 👩🏽‍🏫 PD/Records Day Tuesday, November 5 🗳️ Election Day View the full SY24-25 calendar: bit.ly/DCPSCal
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