{"id":39,"date":"2025-06-06T16:03:20","date_gmt":"2025-06-06T20:03:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dae.utk.edu\/ofc\/?page_id=39"},"modified":"2026-05-01T18:23:39","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T22:23:39","slug":"resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dae.utk.edu\/ofc\/resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Our office focuses on supporting select Flagship Communities across west, middle, and east Tennessee by developing programs to support students academically, socially, and emotionally. By partnering with campus partners, community organizations, and schools in each region, we seek to identify and remove college access barriers for middle school students.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact Your Regional Coordinator<\/strong> Connect with us to explore partnership opportunities and learn how we can support your students&#8217; success. <a href=\"mailto:FlagshipCommunities@utk.edu\">FlagshipCommunities@utk.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"panel-group\" id=\"custom-collapse-0\" role=\"tablist\" aria-multiselectable=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel  panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\"><a class=\"collapsed\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#custom-collapse-0\"\" href=\"#custom-collapse-0-0\"  aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"#custom-collapse-0-0\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"icon-collapse\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M0 7.33l2.829-2.83 9.175 9.339 9.167-9.339 2.829 2.83-11.996 12.17z\"\/><\/svg> COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES<\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"custom-collapse-0-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body\"><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"box-light card orange tx brd-\"><\/p>\n<header class=\"entry-header\">\n<h3 class=\"entry-title\">UT Admissions Scholarship Information<\/h3>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"entry-content reg\">\n<p>The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is passionate about educational equity and offers scholarships to help students cover the costs of their education. More information about possible scholarship opportunities can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/onestop.utk.edu\/scholarships-financial-aid\/scholarships\/#filter\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Flagship Scholarship<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/onestop.utk.edu\/scholarships-financial-aid\/scholarships\/tri-star-scholarships\/#flagship\">Flagship Scholarship<\/a> is a unique opportunity that ensures first-year students who graduate from one of the 52 designated Flagship high schools and are admitted to UT Knoxville receive scholarships that cover tuition and mandatory fees in combination with the <a href=\"https:\/\/onestop.utk.edu\/scholarships-financial-aid\/scholarships\/hope-lottery-scholarship\/\">HOPE Scholarship<\/a>. This initiative aims to alleviate financial barriers and make higher education more attainable for students across Tennessee. This scholarship is managed by our Office of Financial Aid. Reach out to them to learn more:<br \/>\nPhone:\u00a0<a href=\"tel:+18659741111\">865-974-1111<\/a><br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:OneStop@utk.edu\">OneStop@utk.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-group\" id=\"custom-collapse-1\" role=\"tablist\" aria-multiselectable=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel  panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\"><a class=\"collapsed\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#custom-collapse-1\"\" href=\"#custom-collapse-1-1\"  aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"#custom-collapse-1-1\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"icon-collapse\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M0 7.33l2.829-2.83 9.175 9.339 9.167-9.339 2.829 2.83-11.996 12.17z\"\/><\/svg> <strong>FOR STUDENTS &amp; FAMILIES<\/strong><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"custom-collapse-1-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body\"><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"box-light card orange tx brd-\"><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Your Journey to College Starts Here<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Why Start Early?<\/strong> Research shows that early exploration and exposure to educational opportunities can motivate and empower students with the tools to achieve success. Elementary and middle school is the perfect time to begin aligning students with college pathways.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What We Offer Your Student:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hands-on academic experiences that make learning engaging<\/li>\n<li>Career exploration opportunities to discover future possibilities<\/li>\n<li>Campus visits and college experiences<\/li>\n<li>Mentorship from UT students and alumni<\/li>\n<li>Test preparation support for future success<\/li>\n<li>Leadership development opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Supporting Families<\/strong> We understand that family support is crucial to student success. Our family engagement programs provide:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Resources for college planning and preparation<\/li>\n<li>Information about financial aid and scholarships<\/li>\n<li>Strategies for supporting your student&#8217;s academic journey<\/li>\n<li>Connections with other families on similar paths<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>The Flagship Scholarship Advantage<\/strong> Graduates from our 52 designated Flagship high schools who are admitted to UT Knoxville receive scholarships that cover tuition and mandatory fees when combined with the HOPE scholarship &#8211; making college more affordable and accessible.<\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-group\" id=\"custom-collapse-2\" role=\"tablist\" aria-multiselectable=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel  panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\"><a class=\"collapsed\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#custom-collapse-2\"\" href=\"#custom-collapse-2-2\"  aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"#custom-collapse-2-2\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"icon-collapse\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M0 7.33l2.829-2.83 9.175 9.339 9.167-9.339 2.829 2.83-11.996 12.17z\"\/><\/svg> <strong>FOR EDUCATORS<\/strong><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"custom-collapse-2-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body\"><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"box-light card orange tx brd-\"><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Partnership Opportunities<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The Office of Flagship Communities fosters university-community partnerships that inspire K-8 students to consider the University of Tennessee as their primary choice for post-secondary education.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How We Support Schools<\/strong> We engage and support students, families, school counselors, teachers, administrators, and community members on their educational journeys by providing valuable information and resources to create more informed and engaged communities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Partnership Benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to UT resources and expertise<\/li>\n<li>Professional development opportunities<\/li>\n<li>Curriculum support and enhancement<\/li>\n<li>Student engagement programs<\/li>\n<li>Family and community outreach support<\/li>\n<li>Connection to UT faculty, staff, and students<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Becoming a Partner<\/strong> We work with elementary and middle schools that feed into our 52 designated Flagship High Schools. Flagship High Schools are evaluated every three years based on socioeconomic metrics set by the state.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Available Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li>Comprehensive presentation materials<\/li>\n<li>Workshop kits for educators<\/li>\n<li>Student success programming<\/li>\n<li>Alumni speaker networks<\/li>\n<li>Campus visit coordination<\/li>\n<li>Grant and funding information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-group\" id=\"custom-collapse-3\" role=\"tablist\" aria-multiselectable=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel  panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\"><a class=\"collapsed\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#custom-collapse-3\"\" href=\"#custom-collapse-3-3\"  aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"#custom-collapse-3-3\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"icon-collapse\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M0 7.33l2.829-2.83 9.175 9.339 9.167-9.339 2.829 2.83-11.996 12.17z\"\/><\/svg> <strong>ADDITIONAL RESOURCES<\/strong><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"custom-collapse-3-3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body\"><br \/>\n<div class=\"box-light card orange tx brd-\"><\/p>\n<h3>Additional Resources<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>PathwayU <\/strong>is a quick, user-friendly tool that measures your interests, values, personality, and workplace preferences.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/utk.pathwayu.com\/login\">PathwayU<\/a> to create your account. 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