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Educational Talent Search (ETS) is a federally-funded program by the Department of Education.

It has the goal of helping youth, grades 6th-12th, to complete high school and enroll in a postsecondary educational institution of their choice. ETS provides both group and one-on-one mentor sessions with a pre-college advisor who informs, educates, advises, and encourages students on career and college choices.

ETS participants receive educational tutoring, guidance on middle and high school course selection, career counseling, financial aid resources, college and scholarship information, and the opportunity to attend college tours and learn about different career opportunities.

Our local Educational Talent Search program is represented by Lauren “Yipper” Stites, who serves as the ETS pre-college advisor in both Lodge Grass Public Schools and Hardin Public Schools. Her office is located within Lodge Grass High School.

Contact Information:

Lauren “Yipper” Stites

Office: (406) 639-2700 ext. 107

Email: lstites@montana.edu

Educational Talent Search (ETS)

ETS Upcoming Events

Lauren "Yipper" Stites December 2014

Wednesday, Feb. 11: FAFSA Night for all Senior Parents

Feb. 28: FAFSA Priority Deadline

April 10: Native American Preview Day @ MSU Bozeman

April 17: City College Visit (7th Graders)

April 24: Sheridan College Visit (8th Graders)

April 28: ACT Test for Junior Class

May 17: LGHS Senior Graduation

More Information About the Montana ETS Program

Lauren "Yipper" Stites December 2014

Educational Talent Search provides college preparatory services to students and families who are least likely to consider higher education as a realistic, viable, or relevant option. Services reinforce individual and shared identify for students centered on the common goal of college preparation, college success, and ultimately, community leadership and contribution. Services include individual counseling and academic advising, small group workshops, career site visits and exploration, campus orientation visits, higher education admissions and enrollment assistance, assistance targeted at key transition points, academic and cultural workshops, role model mentors, parental contracts, and related efforts.

Montana Student Assistance Foundation (SAFMT)

Lauren "Yipper" Stites December 2014

Mission

Student Assistance Foundation's mission is to provide students and families with the knowledge and tools to pursue and fund their postsecondary education. SAF uses proceeds from its student loan servicing business to offer a range of programs that include grants, community outreach, counseling and training on education finance planning.