Upcoming Workshops and Seminars

Are you a high school student or the parent of a high school student? The college admissions process can be very stressful and time consuming for the entire family. Receive advice on helping your child maximize the high school experience, choose the right colleges, put together standout applications and financial aid. Tips and strategies will be provided on selecting courses, getting involved in outside activities, choosing appropriate standardized tests, college application essays, letters of recommendation and provide insight into how colleges read applications.

26 September

September 26, 2019 (10:00 AM-11:30 AM) Herbert C Young Community Center 101 Wilkinson Ave, Cary, NC Registration: 919-460-4965 or click register button Class Barcode: 127652 Cost: $7.00 (Cary Resident) or $10.00 (Non-Cary Resident)

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03 October

October 3, 2019 (6:30 PM- 7:30 PM) Carrboro Parks and Recreation 100 N Greensboro St, Carrboro, NC Registration: 919-918-7364 or click register button Cost: Free

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05 October

October 5, 2019 (10:00 AM-11:30 AM) Herbert C Young Community Center 1101 Wilkinson Ave, Cary, NC Registration: 919-460-4965 or click register button Class Barcode: 127653 Cost: $7.00 (Cary Resident) or $10.00 (Non-Cary Resident)

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Class of 2020 Parents and Students - Do you need assistance in identifying scholarships for college? During this workshop you will be informed about the various scholarships, how to prepare, and how to search and apply. Learn more about how students can use ACT/SAT scores to open doors to scholarships.

At conclusion of workshop:

• You will know how to prepare for the scholarship process
• Learn how SAT/ACT scores impact scholarships
• Identify up to 5 scholarships which your child qualifies

12 October

October 12, 2019 (10:00 AM-1:00 PM) A Plus Test Prep 3500 Westgate Dr Suite 403, Durham, NC Cost: $30 per parent, $15 for spouse add-on, and $0 for student. A parent must attend with student and bring laptop or tablet (no cellphones).

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JUST IN TIME FOR JUNIORS is a program designed to take the stress out of the college admissions process by guiding juniors to prepare early! Just in Time for Juniors helps the Class of 2021 . . .

• Research best-fit colleges.
• Discover financial aid options.
• Draft application essays.
• Learn whether ACT or SAT is a better fit.
• Map out a college application calendar.
• Prepare for the SAT/ACT.

Juniors who participate in this program will be ready for college admissions when the senior year begins!

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A test prep and college essay workshop designed for 12th graders who have a very strong direction of where they will apply, yet desire additional support to put together an outstanding application. Senior Express includes an SAT or ACT test prep course in fall and workshops that focus on student’s college application essays. Get in the Senior Express and be ready to apply to college before the end of the first semester.

Good grades and test scores aren’t enough to land a spot at a top college, but a standout essay can send your application to the top of the pile. This workshop will allow students to brainstorm, write and refine essay that can be used with multiple applications. Students will draft a college application essay, receive personalized feedback and use feedback to revise and improve the essay.