Pickaway H.E.L.P.S.

Pickaway County College Fair 2011 a Big Success -With 85 educational institutions represented, over 600 students and families from local high schools took advantage of the opportunity to gather information on a broad range of post-secondary programs. A financial aid presentation was given, as well as information on preparing for the ACT. Students and staff from all four high schools volunteered their time to help make the night a big success.

Kids on Campus 2012

Who We Are

Pickaway H.E.L.P.S. is a collaborative higher education initiative between the Pickaway County Board of Commissioners, Pickaway County Job and Family Services and OCAN - Ohio College Access Network.

Pickaway HELPS promotes higher education opportunities among students and families of Pickaway County. Services include help with career planning and choices, assistance with financial aid for education and training, and any related support needed to remove barriers to higher education.

Who We Serve

Teens wondering what to do after high school
Parents and students with questions about the college process and financial aid
Adults changing careers or going back to school
Any resident of Pickaway County, including low income and first generation college students, who would like “HELP” with career choices

We can HELP with Answers to Common Questions

What are my plans for the future?
Why should I spend more time in school?
What are my interests?
What careers match my interests?
What type of school is best for me?
(Trade school, technical school, 2-year community college, 4-year college)
How much money will I need?
What types of financial aid are there?
Who can help me?
WHERE DO I START ???

Pickaway HELPS Awarded $20,000 to Prepare Local Kids for College

Pickaway HELPS (Higher Education Learning Partners for Students) was recently awarded a $20,000 grant from the Ohio College Access Network as part of the competitive Great Lakes College Access Investment Grant process. One of 18 college access programs across Ohio awarded grants totaling $350,000, Pickaway HELPS’ mission is to assist students and families of Pickaway County in accessing education opportunities beyond high school. Many students served by this program are low income students or would be the first in their family to attend college.

In collaboration with each of Pickaway County’s local school districts and other community partners, Pickaway HELPS provides hands-on assistance and resources for career and college choices. Financial literacy education is included through Real Money/Real World, a curriculum provided in partnership with Ohio State University’s county extension office. In addition to one-on-one services and classroom presentations, other activities include ACT prep workshops, college visits, financial aid workshops, and Kids on Campus summer enrichment camp.