The Family Centered Educational Agency's Upward Bound program provides services that address the needs of first generation and low income students.
South Holland, IL
Joined December 2013
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"FCEA has prepared me for what to expect and is expected from me as a college student. I’m grateful for the insight, college tours, being able to ask questions, & guidance!"
Congrats Janar Milligan - BOS in Agricultural & Consumer Economics - Financial Planning @UofIllinois 🎉
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2025 challenged us, but our commitment to our students never wavered. 💙
Here’s to growth, resilience, and all the possibilities ahead. ✨
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Think you’re not “scholarship material”? Think again!
Watch 3 Golden Apple Scholars share how they beat imposter syndrome and overcame adversity — and how you can too!
Find the full video here 👉 youtu.be/vYCi_8yL354
#GoldenAppleScholars #TRIOWorks #YouGotThis
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🎃 Turns out the scariest costume this Halloween is… a student who hasn’t finished their FAFSA! 👻
Don’t be spooked — we can help you get it done and secure your future. 💪
👉 Visit familycentered.org/fcea-trio to start today!
#trioworks #halloween2025 #fafsa
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Big thanks to everyone who joined our college prep bash yesterday! 🎓💥
Costumes? 🔥 Energy? 💯 Future plans? Secured. 🙌
Missed it? No worries — keep an eye out for one of our upcoming FAFSA workshops!
Learn more: familycentered.org
#CollegeReady #TrioWorks
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🔥 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🔥
Need help with FSAID, college apps, scholarships, or your essay? We’ve got you—plus FREE food, drinks, candy, and music while you work! Don’t miss this chance to secure your future 🎓🚀
#CollegeReady #FAFSA #trioworks
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🎓 Using your high school email for FAFSA? ❌ Don’t! After graduation, it disappears & you could lose updates 😬 ✅ Use a personal or professional email instead. No email? Make a free Gmail. Follow for more FAFSA tips!
#trioworks #DISTRICT205 #fafsa
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🎓 Last week’s 3E Expo got real about life after high school — FAFSA, scholarships, and smart financial choices.
💬 “Don’t make a decision based on ego. Make a decision based on your future.”
👉 post-graduation resources: familycentered.org/fcea-trio…
#3EExpo #FAFSA #TRIOWORKS
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🎓 Adding schools to your FAFSA? Don’t forget to hit “Submit!” ❌ Adding schools isn’t enough — you must submit or updates won’t save 😬 You can list up to 20 schools. ✅ Always submit & follow us for more FAFSA tips!
#TRIOWORKS #District205 #FAFSA
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We loved presenting yesterday at the #3EExpo with District 205! 🙌
We talked all things FAFSA, college prep, & how to start planning your future 🎓💰
Didn’t catch our session? Learn more about us 👉 familycentered.org/fcea-trio
#FAFSA #TRIOworks #CollegeBound
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🎯 Dreaming about college? Let’s make it real!
Next week, we’ve got hands-on help for your FSAID, apps, scholarships & essays—plus FREE food, drinks, candy, and awesome tunes while you work!
Register Here: bit.ly/4eDlInK
#CollegeBound #FAFSAHelp #trioworks
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Heads up seniors! 🎓 Don’t leave your in-state schools off your FAFSA ❌ You could miss out on MAP Grant eligibility 😬 ✅ Add early & claim every dollar you deserve. Follow us for FAFSA tips all month long!
#FAFSA #District205 #TRIOWORKS
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Yesterday, students and parents stopped by our office to get hands-on help from FAFSA experts and take the first step toward free money for college! 🎓💰
Missed it? 👀 Don’t worry — more workshops are coming soon!
#FAFSA #CollegeReady #TRIOworks
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🎓 Filling out the FAFSA? Don’t make this super common mistake 👇
Pay close attention to this question:
“When the student begins the 2026–27 school year, will they already have their first bachelor’s degree?”
The correct answer is “No” for all graduating seniors!
#TRIOWORKS
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🎓 FAFSA help = FREE 💰 for college!
🕓 TODAY from 4–7 PM — experts will help you fill out your FAFSA on the spot!
📍17000 South Park Ave, South Holland, IL
Don’t miss out!
#FAFSA #CollegeGoals #ScholarshipSeason #TRIOWORKS
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Ever wondered what it’s like to be on national TV talking sports for a living? 🎙
@Russ_Dorsey1, gives us a BTS look at life in broadcasting — and how he used storytelling, strategy, and social media to turn his passion into a career.
🎥 youtu.be/WntfSNKNDy0
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FCEA Trio retweeted
Let’s be clear: the Department of Education exists because states wouldn’t fund poor schools, wouldn’t protect kids with disabilities, wouldn’t follow civil rights law, especially in the South. Anyone calling to abolish it is calling to turn back the clock—and we can’t let that happen.
At the White House right now. Headed to see President @realDonaldTrump return control of education back to the states—where it belongs.
From our family to yours, happy holidays! Wishing you and your loved ones joy, warmth, and endless possibilities in the new year and beyond! 🌟🎁
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For more insights into our free programs and how we can support you, please visit us at familycentered.org.
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One of our own, Olivia Ayiku—a current Duke University student and proud TRIO alum—has been bravely battling bile duct cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma) and a rare liver disease (PSC). Let’s come together to support Olivia! Every donation makes a difference. 💙 bit.ly/3VNFfKx
