OHIO DEPARTMENT OF JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES OFFICE OF UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION

PELL GRANT NOTICE

JFS-55000 08/11/2010

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Claimant's Name

Application Date

Benefit Year Beginning Date

Benefit Year Ending Date

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KENNETH J. MCKAY JR

11/05/2010

10/31/2010
Date Issued

10/29/2011
Social Security Number

11/24/2010
ODJFS Office:

XXX-XX-1184

KENNETH J. MCKAY JR 1530 CONGRESS LAKE RD MOGADORE, OH 44260-1925

RICHMOND HEIGHTS PROCESSING CENTER PO BOX 43039 RICHMOND HEIGHTS, OH 44143-0047 Phone: (866) 576-0006 Fax: (216) 732-2914

Greetings, I am writing to urge you to take advantage of new opportunities for education and training available to unemployed workers. As a result of a new federal initiative, unemployed workers receiving unemployment compensation benefits will receive special consideration for financial aid to pay for education and training. One type of financial aid for which you may be given special consideration is the Federal Pell Grant. The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based grant available to low-income students to help cover tuition, fees, books and related expenses. These grants can be applied toward most undergraduate and many certificate programs at universities, community colleges, trade, technical schools, and adult career centers. Federal Pell Grants are available to individuals who do not already possess a bachelor's degree and can be used when enrolled full-time or part-time in a qualified degree or certificate program. Even if you do not qualify for a Federal Pell Grant, you may be eligible for additional financial aid in the form of other grants, scholarships and low-interest student loans. In addition, the Strickland Administration has expanded unemployment compensation eligibility so that dislocated workers can continue to receive any benefits you are entitled to while also enrolled in a full-time accredited training and education program. This is an excellent opportunity for unemployed Ohio workers to develop new skills. Please note that enrolling in training or education programs will not extend or reduce the number of weeks that you may receive unemployment compensation. If you are interested in pursuing these opportunities, it is important that you save this letter and take it with you to your school's (or prospective school's) financial aid office to discuss next steps. For the next 90 days, this letter confirms you as an unemployment compensation beneficiary. While it does not guarantee you a Federal Pell Grant, it is a valuable document for education and training providers to have on hand when reviewing your financial aid eligibility and determining an award package. After 90 days, or if you lose this letter, you may provide alternative evidence of your unemployment compensation eligibility, such as your determination of benefits. More information appears on the reverse side of this letter. You can learn more about grants, scholarships, and financial aid at www.ohioheretohelp.com. This new website also provides information about adult education, apprenticeship, and other training programs that you may find helpful. Education is the gateway to a good career and a prosperous economy. I encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities. Sincerely,

Douglas E. Lumpkin, Director Ohio Department of Job and Family Services

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Who is affected by this expanded approval? This expanded approval of training of UC eligibility is made available to individuals who, prior to becoming unemployed, would be considered to be primarily a worker attached to the work force. How do I take advantage of this opportunity? The first step is to decide what training you want to pursue and then apply for admission. You may want to view www.careeronestop.orgor visit your local college, university or community college for help in identifying potential education or training opportunities. Contact information for Ohio's public colleges, universities, regional branch campuses and adult career centers that comprise the University System of Ohio can be found at www.uso.edu . Your local One-Stop Career Center can also assist you in career planning and help identify approved educational opportunities. To locate your nearest One-Stop, call this toll free number: 1-877-US-2-JOBS (1-877-872-5627) or visit www.servicelocator.org. The next step is to apply for the Federal Pell Grant and/or other types of financial aid. The financial aid office at any local college, university, community college or adult career center, as well as the Ohio Benefit Bank sites, can assist you in applying for Federal Pell Grants, or other available financial aid programs. To find the Ohio Benefit Bank location nearest you, call toll free 1-800-648-1176, or visit www.obb.ohio.gov. A free financial aid application (that will automatically determine your eligibility for Federal Pell Grant and federal student loans) is also available at www.fafsa.ed.gov or by calling 1-800-4FEDAID. While you will need to report last year's income when applying initially, your college financial aid office can work with you to adjust your financial aid eligibility to more accurately reflect your current circumstances. The school may request additional information from you to help determine eligibility. Finally, let your unemployment processing center know that you are enrolling in training. This will help your unemployment benefits to continue without interruption if your training is approved. The phone number of your processing center can be found on nearly all notices you receive from the Office of Unemployment Compensation. You can also call toll free 1-877-644-6562 to obtain your processing center's phone number. What kinds of training can I enroll in? Any full-time program at any accredited college, university, community college, adult career center, trade or technical school Any U.S. Department of Labor registered apprenticeship program Training associated with any of the following employment services programs: Trade Adjustment Assistance Ohio Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Ohio Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired Workforce Investment Act (WIA) You also may enroll in part-time training opportunities; however, please realize that you may still be required to seek work while participating in part-time education. Where can I find more information about training? The U.S. Departments of Education and Labor have created a single website, www.opportunity.gov , where you can find helpful information on training and financial aid. The state website, www.ohiolmi.com, also contains helpful information on education, jobs and careers. Where can I find information on apprenticeship programs or high-demand occupations? To find available apprenticeship programs, go to http://jfs.ohio.gov/apprenticeship/. Information on high-demand careers in Ohio can be found at http://www.ohiolmi.com/jobs/careers.htm. Does the state have any other special programs that can help me? Yes. For more information about other programs and services that may be available to you, go to http://ohiored.gov/ and click on "Job Seekers."
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