Dear Red Kite Parents,
If you’re feeling like college and career planning has turned into a part-time job… you’re not alone.
Between juggling your own responsibilities and helping your student plan for what’s next, the stress (and cost) can feel overwhelming. That’s exactly why Red Kite was created — to give families a way to cut through the noise, save money, and get back their time.
This month’s newsletter breaks down exactly how Red Kite makes the process easier and what simple steps you can take today to move forward with confidence.
5 Ways Red Kite Helps You Save Time and Money
1. Everything In One Place
Red Kite organizes everything you need — scholarships, financial aid, career planning, military education paths — in a single, easy-to-navigate platform. There’s no need to continue with the 20-tab search marathons.
2. Deadline Tracking, Simplified
Missed deadlines can mean a missed opportunity to get financial help. No more guessing which deadlines matter most. Red Kite gives you a clear timeline with action steps, reminders, and the key dates you can’t afford to miss.
3. Tailored Financial Aid Tips
Financial aid isn’t one-size-fits-all. Whether your student is heading to college, job training, or the military, Red Kite helps you build a personalized plan, including lesser-known grants and aid options.
4. Cost Comparisons You Can Trust
Compare college vs. career training vs. military service, not just with tuition, but real out-of-pocket costs. Red Kite shows you what each path will actually cost, so you can choose wisely and plan ahead.
5. Peace of Mind from Day One
Our tools and checklists help you avoid last-minute surprises and missed opportunities. It’s like having a guide in your corner, every step of the way.
What You Might Be Missing
Here are just a few cost-saving tips most families don’t realize until it’s too late:
- Stacking aid is possible – Grants, scholarships, and work-study can often be combined. But only if you understand how to layer them without canceling each other out.
- Timing matters – Applying early (or even late!) can open doors to aid programs and institutional funding that disappear quickly.
- Scholarships – Many scholarships go unused each year simply because people don’t know they exist.
What Can I Do Next?
- Explore your Red Kite dashboard to compare college costs, uncover new financial aid opportunities, and discover scholarships.
- Set your student up for success by identifying one new scholarship or training program this week. Interested in a scholarship but short on time? Bookmark it now and apply later.
- Check your to-do list in your dashboard regularly to manage tasks and stay ahead of important deadlines.
Feel More Confident About College Costs
Whether your student is packing now or still a year or two away, knowing what to expect makes a huge difference. Red Kite helps parents prepare, not panic.
“Red Kite’s checklist saved us hundreds before classes even started.”
— Jen M., Red Kite Parent
Every parent wants to give their child the best shot at success. But it’s important to note that you don’t have to burn yourself out or drain your savings to make it happen.
At Red Kite, we believe in planning smarter — not harder.
If you haven’t already, log in to your account to see how much time and money you could be saving.
You’re not behind. You’re just starting to get started and we’re here to help.
The Red Kite Team
