All Talent Search events and activities will be conducted VIRTUALLY until further notice.
*Click here to apply to the TRiO Talent Search program*
Click here to view the Fall 2020 Student/Parent Letter, which contains important up-to-date information and resources.
Our Mission Statement:
To increase the number of students to complete high school and enroll in the college
or university of their choice, and complete post-secondary education.
Daytona State College, in partnership with the School District of Volusia County, serves 500 middle and high school students each year in target schools through the U.S. Department of Education Talent Search program. The five-year grant began September 1, 2016.Talent Search provides academic, career, and financial counseling to its participants. Talent Search also encourages students to graduate from high school, and complete post-secondary education.
Overview of Talent Search Services:
- Career exploration
- Tutoring connections
- Information on post-secondary education
- College tours/cultural enrichment activities
- Information about scholarship opportunities
- Advice and assistance in course selection
- Workshops for parents/students in completing college admissions and the financial aid process
- Assistance in preparing for college entrance exams
- Click here to access the Talent Search Student Website, which is a Google Sites website where students can find more information
about our program and services, including e-Lessons. links to tutoring options, webinars, and much more.
Schools We Serve
High Schools:
- Atlantic High School
- Deland High School
- Deltona High School
- Mainland High School
- Pine Ridge High School
- Taylor Middle-High School
- University High School
Middle Schools:
- Campbell Middle School
- DeLand Middle School
- Deltona Middle School
- Galaxy Middle School
- Heritage Middle School
- Taylor Middle-High School
Talent Search Staff:
Elijah Houser (Project Director)
Email Mr. Houser
Roshunda Jenkins (Educational Services Coordinator)
Email Ms. Jenkins
Terriyon Kendrick (Educational Services Coordinator)
Email Mr. Kendrick
Latisha Dat (Educational Services Coordinator)
Email Mrs. Dat
Jesse Do (Professional Tutor)
Email Mr. Do
Cindy Bunton (Administrative Assistant)
Email Ms. Bunton
TS Office phone: (386) 506-3866