The 2025-2026 FAFSA is slated for release this December. In case you missed it, NGPF hosted a Virtual PD session on October 9, 2024 with financial aid expert Mark Salisbury. Mark led an engaging Q&A, providing valuable insights ranging from updates on the release timeline to addressing common pitfalls in completing the FAFSA form. 

Don't miss out on essential information! Watch a rewind of the PD session below for answers to crucial FAFSA-related questions.

Please note: NGPF does not record every PD session; this is an exclusive bonus! NGPF Academy credit will not be granted when viewing this PD rewind video. 

Helpful Resources:

• Pathways Planning & Insights 
• National College Attainment Network
• 2025-2026 FAFSA Prototype
• Understanding FAFSA & Financial Aid
• Education Quest Foundation - FAFSA Tools
• TuitionFit
• NGPF Paying for College Unit Page
• NGPF Blog Post: Fall 2024 Updates to Paying for College Resources

About the Author

Amanda Volz

Amanda joins the NGPF Team with over 20 years of experience teaching personal finance. During that time, she led her students to hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, won multiple awards, and most importantly, impacted the financial lives of thousands of high school students. Amanda prides herself on being an educational leader and is constantly looking for innovative ways to make the classroom relevant, rigorous, and fun. She is a passionate advocate for financial education and has been a long-time member of the NGPF community. Fun fact - Amanda was NGPF’s first teacher account! When Amanda isn’t working, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and traveling with her husband and two children.