TRIO | Educational Talent Search

You can apply to the ETS program any time throughout the year!

Complete the Online Application Here:

https://botform.compansol.com/231374506529054

Students and parents who choose to complete a paper application may contact the Educational Talent Search office at:

Pensacola State College Main Campus
1000 College Blvd.
Building 6, Room 675
Pensacola, FL 32504
(850) 484-1620

To participate in ETS program activities students must meet the following criteria:

• Maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA
• Be enrolled at one of the following participating schools:
  • Middle Schools: Avalon, Bailey, Bellview, Beulah, Brown Barge, Ernest Ward, Ferry Pass, Hobbs, King, Ransom, Workman
  • High Schools: Escambia, Milton, Northview, Pace, Pensacola, Pine Forest, Tate, Washington, West Florida
• Show potential to pursue postsecondary education
• Demonstrate an educational or financial need
• Be a U.S. citizen

Participation in the ETS program requires active involvement from our students

• Meet with your ETS Specialist at least four times per year during school visits.
• Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher to remain eligible.
• If academic support is needed, take advantage of our free tutoring services.

TRIO Educational Talent Search is located on the Pensacola Main Campus in Building 6, Room 675.

Phone: (850) 484-1620

Juanita Edwards, Director
(850) 484-2533
jedwards@pensacolastate.edu
Mrs. Juanita Edwards began working as the TRIO Educational Talent Search Program Director in 2018.  She previously worked for the Escambia County School District for 35 years, where she served as a school administrator, administrative dean, guidance counselor, and high school English teacher.  She has a Master’s degree in School Counseling from Troy State University and certification in Educational Leadership from the University of West Florida. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Florida State University.

Jurnee French, Student Services Specialist
(850) 484-1678
jfrench@pensacolastate.edu
Ms. Jurnee French began working at TRIO Educational Talent Search in 2026 as our Student Services Specialist. She attended Baker School and received a bachelor’s degree in English Liberal Arts with a minor in education from the University of West Florida. Prior to this position, she served as our Tutoring Lab Manager for four years. She has also previously served as Writing Lab Manager at the University of West Florida.

Elena Laufer, Student Services Specialist
(850) 484-1445
elaufer@pensacolastate.edu
It is truly a privilege to join the TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) program. I bring years of experience in vocational assessment, career counseling, work-readiness training, job development, and job placement through the Florida Department of Education. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from Washington & Jefferson College and an M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Pittsburgh. As a Certified Vocational Evaluator and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, I am excited to use my experience to help students overcome barriers, explore educational opportunities, and achieve their academic and career goals.

Kayla Uram, Recruitment/Retention Specialist and Administrative Assistant
(850) 484-1620
kuram@pensacolastate.edu
Mrs. Kayla Uram began working at TRIO Educational Talent Search in 2020 as our Recruitment & Retention Specialist. Prior to joining the team, she served as a Manager in the University of West Florida Writing Lab. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in General Studies with dual minors in Hospitality and Health Promotion from the University of West Florida.