College Visits and Tours

10^th, 11^th and 12^th grade students will have the opportunity to visit college campuses either on a one day visit to area colleges or on an extended tour (4-7 days) of colleges in a variety of regions of the country.  A poll will be conducted at the start of each school year to determine student interest. 

“Let’s Talk College”

This program has been developed  for 10^th grade students and their parents and provides an introduction to the college process.  A recorded session of this program will be made available to all parents featuring a nationally recognized expert in the field of college admissions.  Available in the 2012-2013 school year.

“College Knowledge Night”

This program has been developed for 11^th grade students and their parents and  is an evening of workshops taught by admissions professionals on a variety of topics pertinent to the college search and application process.  Recordings of select topics will be made available to all parents.  Available in the 2012-2013 school year.

National College Fairs

Students will be informed and encouraged to attend a variety of national college fairs held in their local areas.  These fairs are sponsored by NACAC and NACCAP.   NACAC dates will be available for the Spring of 2012 and beyond.   NACCAP will be available in the Fall of 2012.

Explore, Plan and PSAT Testing

In order to help our students determine which of the college entrance exams is the best option for them, we provide multiple opportunities for each student to take “practice” exams in the 9^th, 10^th and 11^th grades.  This allows students to focus and prepare for the test format on which they will likely be the most  successful.  The counselor will work with students to find applicable testing sites in their local area. 

Case Studies

This program for 11th grade students and parents gives insight into the nuances of the college admissions process.  Available in the Spring of 2012.