For many students, the dream of continuing their education past high school would not be possible if not for financial aid. There are numerous ways students can get the financial help they need to make their college or university dreams a reality.

To help, Lee County Public Schools, with the assistance of Edison College, will be hosting several Financial Aid Nights. The events will be held in the schools’ auditorium and will run from 7-9 p.m. as follows:

· Thursday, January 22, 2009 at Lehigh Senior High School Auditorium, 901 Gunnery Road, Lehigh Acres;

· Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at South Fort Myers High School Auditorium, 14020 Plantation Rd., Fort Myers;

· Thursday, January 29, 2009 at Cape Coral High School Auditorium, 2300 Santa Barbara Blvd., Cape Coral.

Parents can attend whichever event is convenient for them.
Parents attending the meetings will learn about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form and steps they need to take to help their children receive financial aid from postsecondary institutions (colleges, community colleges, high tech centers, etc.) Representatives from Edison College will cover the definition of financial aid, how to apply, deadlines, step-by-step instructions for completing the FAFSA, Bright Futures and state aid versus federal aid and more.