During this summer, Prep will offer an intensive college preparation program for rising seniors. This is a four week course running from Monday, July 2nd to Thursday, July 26th. We will meet Mondays-Thursdays for 2 1/2 hours each day with the option of morning or afternoon sessions. Past students have found this program to be extremely helpful in giving them a much needed head start in the college application process.
During the four week session, students will draft, revise, and complete their personal essay. Mock interviews will allow them to practice their skills and prepare for interviews for college and beyond. Students will also work on career preparation skills, and will learn the components of a resume and how to present themselves to colleges and potential employers. We will visit schools in the area to take tours and meet with admissions representatives, which will give students a sense of student life and the specific programs offered by our local universities. In addition, students will familiarize themselves with the Common Application, and fill out the basics so that they will be ready to submit in the fall. Finally, students will learn the admissions process in depth, as they examine a series of mock applications and work as a committee to evaluate them.
Although registration is not until April, there is limited room in this course and it often fills-up quickly. So, give this program some thought, and be ready to register once the time comes!
-SPP College Counseling Department
