Roadmap to College: Admissions Testing & Requirements
2020-05-04 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom Webinar
PSAT, ACT, SAT, IB, AP. This webinar deciphers the alphabet soup of college admissions testing. Learn why the PSAT isn’t just a practice SAT test, which tests to take and when, and how to avoid paying for test preparation services. Then, dive into college admission course requirements, the importance of rigorous classes vs. GPA, and why it’s critical to keep track of transcripts.
Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of high school students in grades 9-11 across the U.S.

Senior Jumpstart College Planning Webinar
2020-08-24 18:30 | Zoom Webinar
Families of college-bound seniors don’t need to panic. This webinar provides the roadmap (and the checklist) for a smooth transition into the college application season. Discover resources to help build your right-fit college list, alternatives to college visits during this era of social distancing, and the big picture of merit- and need-based financial aid.
Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of U.S. high school students in the Class of 2021
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jDW2JYb4RW6gzT2edFLi6A

Decoding College Applications: Common App, UC App, and CSU App
2020-08-31 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom Webinar
Completing college applications can feel like a high-stakes gamble. This webinar takes a deep dive into four different college applications (Common App, University of California, California State University, and Coalition App). Discover what you need in order to begin a college application, and then learn the nuts and bolts of successfully completing each type of application.
Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of U.S. high school students in the Class of 2021
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GiaDbrThTyGnkjmV0-lOtQ

Finding the Right Fit: The 6-Step College Search
2020-09-07 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom Webinar
Developing a college application list can be overwhelming. By debunking myths, thinking outside the box, and understanding factors that differentiate colleges, families can cut through the clutter and hone in on colleges that are a great fit. This webinar guides you through six steps designed to make the college search process manageable.
Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of high school students in grades 9-12 across the U.S.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zJEgq4CIR4GerbpOdjlrPQ

Getting it Write: Conquering College Essays
2020-09-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom Webinar
Writing a college essay is a daunting process. To be successful, students have to throw away the five-paragraph paradigm and dig deeply into their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. During this webinar, we’ll outline what colleges are looking for, provide exercises designed to identify and develop topics, and deliver the do’s and don’ts of a stellar college essay. We’ll also reveal the topics of the four essays that can be repurposed for dozens (or hundreds) of scholarship applications.
Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of high school students in grades 9-12 across the U.S.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__Y-pVZh-SpS-MlEIw01LPQ

Accessing Buckets of Free (and Free-ish) Money for College
2020-09-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom Webinar
Starting with the assumption that a debt-free college education is possible, this webinar provides a roadmap to accessing the vast amounts of free money available to college-bound students. We demystify the FAFSA, Dream Act Application, and CSS Profile, and then dive into California and federal grant programs, institutional aid, external scholarships, veterans’ benefits, work-study programs, and co-op education.
Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of California high school students in grades 9-12
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h5YQSERMTymjUWMmlNNI5g

Roadmap to College: Evolving Admissions Testing & Requirements
2020-09-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom Webinar
PSAT, ACT, SAT, IB, AP. This webinar deciphers the alphabet soup of college admissions testing. Learn about the rapidly-changing landscape of college admissions testing in the wake of COVID-19. Discover why the PSAT isn’t just a practice SAT test, which tests to take and when, and how to avoid paying for test preparation services.
Then, dive into college admission course requirements, the importance of rigorous classes vs. GPA, and why it’s critical to keep track of transcripts.
Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of high school students in grades 9-12 across the U.S.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_utXxnPG1R3e_A_Kbx9qyKQ

Discover the Community College Advantage
2020-10-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom Webinar
Options, options, options. That’s what California community colleges deliver. Students who aren’t university-bound can complete certificate programs and earn two-year associate degrees. Students seeking an affordable four-year degree can transfer to a university from community college. This webinar outlines the options for students at California community colleges, dives deeply into the Los Rios Community College system, walks you through the Los Rios application, and drills down into how to access free money for community college.
Who can benefit from this webinar: Families of California high school students in grades 9-12
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eaDa4v74STuMmSmdyfTbDg

LCHS: Getting it Write
2021-04-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States

LCHS: Drop-In Meeting
2021-04-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States

LCHS: Testing, Grades, and Summer Checklist
2021-05-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Laguna Creek High School, 9050 Vicino Drive, Elk Grove, CA, 95758, United States

Junior Jumpstart Webinar
2021-05-11 18:30 - 20:00 | CA
Families of college-bound juniors don’t need to panic. This webinar provides the roadmap (and the checklist) for a smooth transition into the college application season. Discover resources to help build your right-fit college list, alternatives to college visits during this era of social distancing, and the big picture of merit- and need-based financial aid.
Zoom Webinar
Tuesday, May 11
6:30 – 8:00 p.m. PDT
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eoKGGIAUTUep1HgMkJQqHQ

Writing Stellar College Essays Webinar
2021-05-18 18:30 - 20:00 | CA
Writing a college essay is a daunting process. To be successful, students have to throw away the five-paragraph paradigm and dig deeply into their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. During this webinar, we’ll outline what colleges are looking for, provide exercises designed to identify and develop topics, and deliver the do’s and don’ts of a stellar college essay. We’ll also reveal the topics of the four essays that can be repurposed for dozens (or hundreds) of scholarship applications.
Zoom Webinar
Tuesday, May 18
6:30 – 8:00 p.m. PDT
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Ofus86GmR4SJjxcNo0ylEw
