CCMR
College, Career, and Military Readiness
Crandall ISD is committed to preparing every student for life after high school. Through our College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) initiatives, students explore multiple pathways to success, including advanced academics, career and technical education, industry certifications, dual credit opportunities, and military service options. Our goal is to ensure that every Pirate graduates with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in college, a career, the military, or wherever their path may lead.
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While these exams may be optional for entrance into the school, it is still recommended that students take these exams for various scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
Registration, Information for students and parents, Test Prep, College Planning Resources
Registration, Information for students and parents, test prep and deadlines
PSAT Testing
The PSAT/NMSQT is a standardized test that 11th graders (and some 10th graders) take in October. Like the SAT, it measures the knowledge and skills in reading, writing, and math students learn in the classroom—the same knowledge and skills your child needs to succeed in college and career. Information on registration is sent out at the beginning of the school year.
Texas Success Initiative Assessment (TSIA)
The TSI Assessment (TSIA) is part of the Texas Success Initiative program designed to help your college or university determine if you are ready for college-level course work in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. If you are an incoming college student in Texas, you are required to take the TSI Assessment - unless you are already exempt - to determine your readiness for college-level work.
Based on how you perform, you may either be enrolled in a college-level course and/or be placed in the appropriate developmental course or intervention to improve your skills and prepare you for success in college-level courses.
Test Preparation and Resources
ACT Prep Materials
- Kaplan Testing: Offers various preparation options (Live Online, Self-Paced, One-on-One tutoring)
- ACT Test Prep: Official ACT test prep guides
- ACT Academy
SAT Prep Materials
- Khan Academy: Official SAT test practice along with tips and strategies
- CollegeBoard: Free SAT Practice
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College Application Process
Federal Application for Student Aid. Most colleges and universities require this every year of college to receive financial aid of any kind. Check with your school for specific details!
This one application can be sent to most Texas colleges and universities for admissions and scholarship opportunities. This website is also used to track your FAFSA application.
If you are looking to apply to colleges outside of Texas, this one application can be sent to college in and outside of Texas.
College, Career, Military Ready with Ms. Thrash
"My name is Sarah Thrash, and I am the founder of CCMR with Ms. Thrash LLC. My passion lies in helping middle and high school students prepare for their futures in college, a career, or the military. Each student possesses unique talents and abilities that should be considered when constructing a plan for their future. I help students gain clarity and confidence in the application process by providing the necessary tools and resources. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey!"
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Ways to Look for Scholarships:
- Search online
- Fill out the FAFSA
- Search College/university website and financial aid department. Check with campus clubs and organizations as well as departments.
- Parent's/student's employers
- From the local community and church organizations
- Student's middle/elementary schools
- Restaurants, corporate offices
Scholarship Databases
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Big Future
- Bigfuture by The College Board
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Cappex
- "We've Got More Than $11 Billion in Scholarships."
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College for All Texans
- Inspiration, Exploration, Application
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College Scholarships.org
- Search for grants, scholarships, housing...etc.
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College Board Additional Scholarship Partners
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Discover Free Scholarship Search
- Want to easily find scholarships? Use the college scholarship tool to search for over 4 million scholarships.
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Fastweb
- Online resource for finding scholarships
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Finaid
- Scholarship fundamentals, types of scholarships, and much more!
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Going Merry by earnest
- Scholarships.Financial Aid. College cost comparisons. Student loan info. All in one place. All for free.
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Scholarships.com website
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Scholarship Guidance
- Awards are updated daily; scholarships for high school and college students.
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Student Scholarships.org
- Scholarships - List of College Scholarships and Applications Registered Users will be matched with Scholarships, Bursaries, and Grants that fit their profile.