“Kids on Campus”, part of the Pickaway County Commissioner’s Educational Improvement Initiative, was recently held for area 4th-7th grade students. Kids on Campus is a summer enrichment program focused on  improving math, science  and language art skills through exciting, hands-on learning activities.  The program is coordinated by Pickaway HELPS – Higher Education Learning Partners for Students - with support from PPG Industries and the Ohio Christian University.

  "OCAN Invests in Pickaway HELPS to Prepare Local Kids for College"

The Ohio College Access Network (OCAN) recently awarded $20,000 to Pickaway HELPS (Higher Education Learning Partners for Students) as part of the competitive Invest in Success initiative. This grant is designed for community-based OCAN members to implement new programs, enhance existing initiatives or build capacity to strengthen their overall operations.   read more


2008 PICKAWAY COUNTY COLLEGE NIGHT
September 18th, 7-8:30 pm
Teays Valley High School
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ACT Test Prep Workshop
ACT Test Prep Workshop
Sat. October 4th from 2-5:00 pm or Wed. October 8th from 6-9:00 pm at the Educational Service Center. Please contact Christy Mills 474-5383 to pre-register and reserve seating.
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FREE ACT Parent Workshop
Wed. October 1st, 6:00 pm
Pickaway County Educational Service Center 2050 Stoneridge Drive, Circleville
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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 ???

Arrangements can be made to meet with students during school hours, after school hours, or by appointment at the convenience of families and students.

Christy Mills, Coordinator
Phone: (740) 474-5383
highered@pickawayboc.org

Pickaway H.E.L.P.S. | Christy Mills, Coordinator | Circleville | Ohio | 43113 | 740-474-5383 | FAX 740-474-5383 | highered@pickawayboc.org