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What a great day on the Sweet Magnolia Bus Tour! 🚌

Last month, education professionals joined Get2College for visits to The University of Southern Mississippi and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, getting a closer look at the programs, people, and opportunities available to Mississippi students.

At USM, we heard from academic deans, advisors, and students and enjoyed lunch on campus. At MGCCC, representatives from across the college shared distinctive programs and pathways available at their campuses.

One of our favorite takeaways? So many participants discovered programs and opportunities they didn’t know existed. That means even more information to take back and share with students! 🎓

Thank you to The University of Southern Mississippi, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Perkinston Campus, and everyone who joined us for a great day of learning and connection.

Learn more about our Sweet Magnolia Tours: https://get2college.org/sweet-magnolia-bus-tour/

Educators: Stay up to date on financial aid!

Join Get2College for Topic Tuesday on October 6 from 10–11 a.m. for the latest on federal financial aid and Workforce Pell and what these developments mean for the students you serve.

🔗 Register to get the Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OK3fI43dS8WmVsZgz-yRmw #/registration

Registration is now open for the 2026 Ascent to 55% Convening!

Join leaders from across education, business, workforce development, government, philanthropy, and communities throughout Mississippi on October 22 in Jackson as we connect, collaborate, and take action to strengthen Mississippi’s education-to-employment pipeline.

This year’s convening will explore how we can better align education and training with workforce needs, increase postsecondary attainment, strengthen partnerships, and expand economic opportunity for Mississippians.

📅 October 22, 2026
📍 Trade Mart Center | Jackson, MS

Register today: https://www.msba.com/events/ascent-convening-2026/register

Mississippi Business Alliance Accelerate MS Woodward Hines Education Foundation Ascent to 55%

Join us October 21 at the Mississippi Trade Mart in Jackson as we celebrate the premiere of Roadtrip Nation's brand-new documentary “Paths Across Mississippi,” and hear from Kaci from Mississippi State University, Areeb from The University of Southern Mississippi, and SavannahClaire from Millsaps College, three young Mississippians whose journeys are featured in the series.

After we screen clips from the series, you’ll hear directly from the roadtrippers live and in person—so come ready with questions for their Q&A panel!

RSVP for the free event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paths-across-mississippi-premiere-event-tickets-1999712373540?aff=oddtdtcreator

🎓 STUDENTS + PARENTS… THIS NIGHT IS FOR YOU!
What comes after high school? College? Career training? A certificate? And most importantly… how are you going to pay for it?

Neshoba Now! is partnering with Get2College to bring the answers and resources right in the Neshoba community!

📅 October 21
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 Ellis Theatre
💚 FREE + OPEN TO EVERYONE!
🔗https://neshobanow.org/events/get2college-student-parent-night-whats-next-4-u/
If you have a student preparing for life after high school, you need to be in the room! Come learn about the different paths available, ask questions, and leave with information that can help you make a plan for what’s next.

Bring your student. Bring your questions. Come find out WHAT’S NEXT 4 U!

Get2College Student & Parent Night: What’s Next 4 U? - Neshoba Now! Join Neshoba Now! and Get2College for What’s Next 4 U? on October 21. Students and parents can explore college, career, and financial aid options.

🎓 Educators, mentors, counselors, and community members who support students: this training is for you!

Join Get2College for College Pathway Conversations Training with Neshoba NOW to learn more about the many options available after high school, including career training, certificates, community colleges, and universities.

Walk away with information and resources to help students better understand their options and plan their next steps.

📅 October 2026
⏰ 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 The Ellis Theater, Neshoba County

Learn more and register today:

College Pathway Conversations Training | Neshoba Now - Get2College Training Think college isn’t for everyone? Think again. Explore the many pathways to earning a postsecondary credential, from career training and certificates to community colleges and universities. Whether you’re a mentor, educator, CBO staff, or community member, you’ll learn how to better understand

We’re proud to support the Mississippi Book Festival this Saturday, September 26, at the Mississippi State Capitol!

Join us at 12 p.m. in the Old Supreme Court (Room 216) for "The Power of Education, the Promise of Second Chances," a powerful conversation exploring the impact of incarceration, the opportunities education can create, and the journey of turning a second chance into a life.

And while you’re at the festival, stop by the Get2College Mobile Center at the intersection of President and Mississippi streets. Tour the Mobile Center, meet our team, and learn more about our work across Mississippi.

📅 Saturday, September 26 | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
📍 Mississippi State Capitol, Jackson

View the full festival schedule: https://msbookfestival.com/schedule

On Friday, Get2College joined thousands of students and educators across the country to celebrate Day! Whether students are applying to a two- or four-year college, it is important to celebrate this critical step in their journey to a career. Join us by sharing why you think students should apply to college!

🎉 The 2027–28 FAFSA is available now for early access!

Students can begin completing and submitting the FAFSA ahead of its official October 1 launch. Getting started early can give students and families more time to navigate the financial aid process and address questions along the way.

Students can access the FAFSA through the Federal Student Aid FAFSA Support page or by logging in to their FSA Student Dashboard.

🔗 FAFSA Support: https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/fafsa-support
📅 Need help? Book a Get2College appointment: https://get2college.org/ or https://woodwardhines.org/get2college-resources

⚠️ Important Mississippi reminder: MAAPP will open October 1. Students who complete the FAFSA early will still need to complete MAAPP once it opens to be considered for Mississippi state financial aid.

Savings accounts can be one piece of the larger plan for a child’s future, alongside financial aid opportunities like the FAFSA.

For Mississippi families, saving today can help make education and other future opportunities more affordable tomorrow.

Our latest article breaks down different savings options, including 529 plans, Coverdell accounts, and new 530A Accounts, and what families should know as they plan ahead.

Learn more: https://www.woodwardhines.org/news-updates/saving-for-a-childs-future-what-mississippi-families-should-know-about-college-savings-optionsnbsp