Thank you to our ACCESS students who participated in NextGen: The Future Pathways! Congrats to the four Innovation Challenge participants who each earned a scholarship! Special thanks to #Timbaland and #TimbalandWayCares for including ACCESS in this inspiring event!

For Iara Mangum, waiting for the “perfect time” was never an option. Her journey reminds us that progress doesn’t require perfect timing—just the courage to start, adjust, and keep going. Read more about her story on our other social platforms!

🚨Reminder🚨 Portsmouth Public Schools and Chesapeake Public Schools are hosting their annual college fairs today! Take advantage of the opportunity to speak to college representatives. #college #collegefairs

If you haven’t completed your FAFSA yet for the 2027-2028 school year, now is the time to make it a priority. Schedule an appointment with your ACCESS Advisor today. #financialaid #FAFSA #college #scholarships #grants #igotin2027

Yesterday, our high school seniors explored @_HamptonU, @longwoodu, and @williamandmary! 🎓 Thank you to each university for welcoming our students and helping them envision their future after high school! #CollegeTours #LifeAfterHighSchool #IGotIn2027

Meet one of our incredible ACCESS Scholars, Kimberly Flores-Aguilar. Kimberly is a junior at the University of Virginia. We are so proud of your accomplishments! For her full writeup, please visit our other social media platforms. #scholarspotlight

Next week there are several opportunities to attend a college fair! Don't miss your chance to speak to college representatives. #collegefairs #collegebound

🎓 Virginia College Application Week is here! Oct. 19–30! High school seniors: This is your time to apply, ask questions, & take the next step toward your college goals. Need help with an application? Our ACCESS Advisors are ready to support you! #VCAW #IGotIn2027

💰 FAFSA Fact Friday! 💰 Made a mistake on your FAFSA? Don’t panic! You can make corrections after your form has been processed. 👀 Review it ✏️ Make corrections 📬 Follow up on requests from your school Need help? Our Advisors have appointments available! #FAFSA #FAFSAFacts

College Tip #2: Don’t be afraid to ask for help! Asking for help isn’t a weakness. Be proactive—visit office hours, use tutoring resources, and stay organized before deadlines sneak up! #CollegeTip #CollegeSuccess #StudentSuccess

🏆TEAM OF THE MONTH🏆 Behind every successful college journey is a strong support system. For October, we’re recognizing our College & Career Success Team as our team of the month!

Monday Motivation: There’s no shortcut to reaching your goals. Some days will be easier than others, but every step forward counts. Keep learning, keep growing, and keep working toward the future you want.

Today, we honor the resilience, cultures, diversity, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is an opportunity to learn, reflect, listen to Indigenous voices, and recognize the communities that continue to shape our world. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

World Mental Health Day | Oct. 10 Your well-being matters. As you navigate school, college, and life, remember to pause, ask for support, and prioritize your mental health. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Take it one step at a time. 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealth

💰FAFSA Fact Friday💰 You won't know what aid you may qualify for until you file your FAFSA! Don’t count yourself out before you apply.

College fairs are more than just a chance to collect brochures. They’re an opportunity to ask questions, build connections, and learn what different colleges have to offer. Check out this list of upcoming college fairs in the area.

7th & 8th graders, this is your year to learn, grow, and set yourself up for what’s next. Our ACCESS Middle School Advisors have some tips to help you start the year strong. See their advice and choose a few resolutions to make your own this school year! 👏

Several ACCESS team members attended the 2026 National College Attainment Network (NCAN) Conference in Las Vegas this week! They connected, learned, and return inspired with new ideas to expand college access and success for students. #NCAN2026 #CollegeAccess #CollegeSuccess

📚 Take a look at this month’s Scholarship Buzz and see which scholarships you may be eligible for! For more external scholarships, please visit: accesscollege.org/search-sch…

Monday Motivation: A new goal. A fresh start. A different path. Whatever you’ve been dreaming about, it can start at any time. At ACCESS College Foundation, we believe there’s always room to learn, grow, and chase what’s next.