Innovative Practices 2021 Grant Winner

Statesville High School (Iredell-Statesville Schools) innovated the one size fits all strategy and provided multiple, differentiated ways to reach students and families to complete the FAFSA.

Key Strategies

Hosted 8+ FAFSA Events

• Events took place during College Application Week and in February
• Event sites were selected based on previous attendance and spread across the community.
• Spanish Translation was available at each event.

Digital Outreach

• FAFSA instructions and event reminders were shared via email and included in newsletters.
• Social media was used to engage students and families.
• AdmitHub chatbox available 24/7 for students to message with financial aid related questions.

Virtual and In-person

• Appointments were scheduled for virtual-only students and families to complete the FAFSA virtually with the support of the student services team.
• Connected with students in the classroom to jump start the FAFSA and share instructions to take home to their families.

1-on-1 Family Outreach

• Outreach included phone calls, text messages, emails, personal contacts, and home visits.