Educational Talent Search

E.T.S. helps high school students prepare for college!!

ETS, is a pre-college TRIO Program funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The program is designed to assist low income, first generation students. ETS provides assistance in acquiring the academic skills and motivation to succeed in high school and transition into college. The project serves six high schools: Edison, Fresno, Hoover, McLane, Roosevelt and Sunnyside.


Our Services

• Academic Advising
• Financial Aid Workshops
• Career Exploration
• College Admissions Workshops and Assistance
• Study Skill Development
• Motivational Activities
• College Campus Tours
• Scholarship Services

Who is Eligible?
In order to be eligible for ETS, a student must satisfy the following requirements:

• Enrollment in one of the participating high schools (Edison, Fresno, Hoover, McLane, Roosevelt, or Sunnyside).
• First generation college student (Parents have not completed a 4-year college degree).
• Low-income, according to guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Potential to succeed in high school and college.
• Have a least a 2.0 GPA.

Cost?
There is no cost to become an ETS participant. Participants need only to have a desire to prepare for college!

For an ETS application or further information please call:  (559) 499-6059


Educational Talent Search Program Staff

• Ginna Bearden, Director of TRIO Programs
• Dennis Adkins, Learning Assistance Coordinator
• Cindy Dunn, ETS Coordinator

This program is fully funded by the U.S. Department of Education.