Blog Posts
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Helios Awards Six Yuma Students with Four-Year College Scholarship
June 10, 2020
Author: Helios Education Foundation
June 10, 2020Six students from Yuma, Arizona have just been awarded a full scholarship to an Arizona college or university of their choice. During a time of much uncertainty for students throughout the country, … Read More
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May 28, 2020
Author: Helios Education Foundation
May 28, 2020Marylin Maldonado recently received the surprise of a lifetime. Representatives from the Phoenix Suns, including The Gorilla, showed up at her home to surprise her with a full-tuition scholarship … Read More
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Stay the Course, Toward a Complete Count
May 15, 2020
No CommentsAuthor: by Paul J. Luna, Helios Education Foundation
May 15, 2020As communities throughout Arizona and Florida are dealing with massive concerns and uncertainties related to COVID-19, one thing remains critically important – ensuring a complete count for Census 2 … Read More
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Arizona GEAR UP Amplifies Reach to High School Seniors Amid COVID-19
May 7, 2020
No CommentsAuthor: Northern Arizona University
May 7, 2020Several months ago, Helios partnered with Arizona GEAR UP to provide Senior Launch Guides to high school seniors and their familiar throughout Arizona. The intent of the partnership is to … Read More
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2019 State of Preschool Report Released
May 4, 2020
No CommentsAuthor: Michelle Conroy, Director, Early Grade Success Initiatives
May 4, 2020Enrollment in a high-quality prekindergarten program has significant implications for learning and development, increasing a child’s odds of succeeding in school and life. According to the 2019 State … Read More
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Resources for College Access Organizations and Students During COVID-19
April 27, 2020
No CommentsAuthor: Helios Education Foundation
April 27, 2020In March of 2020, life came to a screeching halt for the majority of the world. No longer could most people go to work or attend class. Sadly, for some students, the remainder of their senior year … Read More
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Financial Aid Starts with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
April 1, 2020
No CommentsAuthor: Helios Education Foundation
April 1, 2020Students face numerous challenges along the path toward completion of a postsecondary degree. Often, the most significant challenge is the increasing cost of higher education. Yet, annually, … Read More
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United Ways and Community Foundations in Arizona and Florida Receive Grant Funding
March 31, 2020
No CommentsAuthor: Helios Education Foundation
March 31, 2020Responding to unprecedented needs thrust upon our communities due to the COVID-19 virus, Helios Education Foundation is providing a total of $650,000 in emergency response funding to local United Way … Read More
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March 20, 2020
No CommentsAuthor: Rebekka Behr, Florida State University Student and Unconquered Scholars Program Participant
March 20, 2020Sometimes, All a Student Needs is to Hear a "Yes." Rebekka Behr is a Florida State University Student and Unconquered Scholars Program Participant. The Unconquered Scholars Program provides an array … Read More
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A Complete Census Count is Critical to Communities
March 12, 2020
No CommentsAuthor: Helios Education Foundation
March 12, 2020¡Hágase Contar! Make Yourself Count is an initiative spearheaded by NALEO Educational Fund and aims to ensure a fair and accurate count of the Latino community nationwide in the 2020 Census. Mandated … Read More
