Encore Special: College Bound: Essential Guidance for Your Future
From NCS Parent Connect by Shebrie Jones
November 25, 2025 · 26 min · Season 3 · Episode 5
About this episode
This episode features high school counselor Ms. DeMia Rogers providing guidance on the college application process for families.
In this special encore episode of the NCS Parent Connect Podcast, we’re joined by Ms. DeMia Rogers, a high school counselor with Newton County Schools, to help guide families through the college application process. Ms. Rogers provides invaluable insights on FAFSA, scholarships, test preparation, and early acceptance options. We also discuss Georgia Apply to College Month and highlight key resources like Georgia Futures and the College Board to support students on their journey to higher education. Whether you’re just starting the college process or need help finalizing applications, this episode is filled with tips to make the path smoother for students and their families.
People in this episode
Host: Shebrie Jones
Guest: Ms. DeMia Rogers
Topics covered
- college application process
- FAFSA
- scholarships
- test preparation
- early acceptance options
- Georgia Apply to College Month
- resources for higher education
Keywords
- college applications
- FAFSA
- scholarships
- test prep
- Georgia Apply to College Month
- higher education resources
- early acceptance
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Newton County Schools, Georgia Futures, College Board
More episodes of NCS Parent Connect
- Connecting Care: Inside the Work of the NCS School Social Worker · March 31, 2026 · 25 min
- Understanding the Georgia Milestones Assessment: What Families Need to Know · February 24, 2026 · 15 min
- Future-Ready Learning: Inside Newton County Schools' Virtual Instructional Program · January 27, 2026 · 27 min
- Understanding ESOL: How Newton County Schools Supports English Learners · October 28, 2025 · 15 min
- Understanding Special Education: Resources, Services, and Support for Families · September 30, 2025 · 18 min
- Inside Newton County Schools Athletics - What Parents Need to Know · August 26, 2025 · 28 min
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the NCS Parent Connect podcast page.