There have been many changes in the financial aid landscape recently - a new FAFSA form, updated vocabulary, introduction of an income-driven repayment plan, and new supporting tools. Here are three PD options to help you brush up on important updates and essential knowledge. 

1.  Learn from an expert!

Mark Salisbury of TuitionFit will be hosting a series of three Virtual PD sessions on college pricing and financing. Sign up for one, two, or all three sessions, as they promise to be filled with valuable information!

February 7, 2024 | 4pm PT/7pm ET

The Real Story About College Pricing with Mark Salisbury

February 21, 2024 | 4pm PT/7pm ET

From Admissibility to Affordability: A New Paradigm for the College Search with Mark Salisbury

March 6, 2024 | 4pm PT/7pm ET

College Affordability: Knowledge is Power with Mark Salisbury

2. PD at your own pace

NGPF On-Demand modules are PD at your own pace! Here are a few recommended modules depending on what information you are seeking. 

• Wondering what has changed on the 2024-2025 FAFSA form?
  • Changes to the 2024-2025 FAFSA is the perfect module!
• Looking to build a foundational knowledge of the FAFSA and types of financial aid?
  • FAFSA & Types of Financial Aid is part of our new Starter Pack bundle!
• Thinking ahead to financial aid packages and examples to show your students?
  • Interpreting a Financial Aid Offer provides helpful tools to pass along to your students! 

3. Curriculum Focus

Join Sonia on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 for 5 in 50: Paying for College where she will highlight 5 favorite and essential pieces of the NGPF curriculum to supplement your unit on paying for college. 

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About the Author

Amanda Volz

Amanda joins the NGPF Team with over 20 years of experience teaching personal finance. During that time, she led her students to hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, won multiple awards, and most importantly, impacted the financial lives of thousands of high school students. Amanda prides herself on being an educational leader and is constantly looking for innovative ways to make the classroom relevant, rigorous, and fun. She is a passionate advocate for financial education and has been a long-time member of the NGPF community. Fun fact - Amanda was NGPF’s first teacher account! When Amanda isn’t working, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and traveling with her husband and two children.