GALIN CHATS FOR PARENTS ARE DESIGNED TO HELP FAMILIES BETTER
UNDERSTAND THE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS. OUR COUNSELORS AND ESSAY
COACHES LEND THEIR EXPERTISE TO THE GROUP WITH A MIX OF PRESENTATION
AND Q&A. PREVIEW UPCOMING CHATS BY LOOKING AT THE DESCRIPTIONS AND
DATES BELOW.THESE CHATS ARE INTENDED FOR PARENTS ONLY.
_NOTE: STARRED CHATS ARE PART OF OUR JUNIOR PARENT SERIES, A
COLLECTION OF 11 CURATED CHATS SPACED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR TO HELP
FAMILIES KEEP THEIR JUNIORS ON TRACK. TO SIGN UP FOR ALL AT ONCE,
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WHAT'S AHEAD FOR JUNIORS IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS*
Wednesday, September 11 at 7PM
This program kicks off our Junior Parent Series. We'll overview the
application process and all its components, including a calendar of
what gets done when. We'll discuss college visits, college list
building, securing recommendations, and application requirements.
COLLEGE PLANNING FOR 8TH, 9TH, AND 10TH GRADERS
Wednesday, September 18 at 7PM
College planning is fun! We'll talk about how families can begin
exploring colleges in the earlier grades and how this planning can
help inform activities, summer plans, and course selection throughout
high school.
EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING FOR THE HIGH-ACHIEVING UNDERPERFORMER
Wednesday, September 25 at 7PM
Learn how your student can reach their potential by harnessing the
all-important executive functioning skills for academic success.
PLAN & PREPARE FOR COLLEGE VISITS*
Wednesday, October 2 at 7PM
This Parent Workshop will introduce parents to best practices
surrounding campus visits, admissions interviews and showcasing
demonstrated interest. Campus visits can run the gamut between
eye-opening and exhausting. Many families scheduling visits hope to
gain insight about student life, graduation outcomes, campus safety,
academic rigor—the list goes on. This interactive workshop will
explore the different ways to do campus visits as well as outline best
practices, for both parents AND students, to have a successful and
pleasant visit.
HIGHLY SELECTIVE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
Wednesday, October 16 at 7PM
We all know about the 25 or so highly selective colleges in the
country, and we've all read about how hard it is to get into these
schools. In this chat we'll talk about the factors that are considered
in highly selective admissions and how to strategically build college
lists that include these colleges. Students considering "highly
selectives" need to plan ahead to develop deep and distinctive
applications and wide college lists with "good fit" alternatives. For
sophomores and junior parents.
CHOOSING EXTRACURRICULAR & SUMMER ACTIVITIES*
Wednesday, November 6 at 7PM
How students spend their free time is very important to the colleges
they apply to. Join us for a discussion of how students can best
develop and communicate their interests and passions as well as new
ideas for finding meaningful and fun extracurriculars and summer
activities for a broad range of student interests.
EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING FOR THE HIGH-ACHIEVING UNDERPERFORMER
Wednesday, November 13 at 7PM
Learn how your student can reach their potential by harnessing the
all-important executive functioning skills for academic success.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS FOR FUTURE ENGINEERS
Wednesday, November 20 at 7PM
Engineering can be a great major and career for those who are ready to
take on the challenge. In this chat, we'll discuss what it takes to be
successful in college engineering programs and the academic
preparation necessary to be accepted into them. We will also talk
about different types of engineering majors, programs, and schools, as
well as strategies helpful in figuring out which could be the best
type of engineering program for your student.
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS Q&A: ASK US ANYTHING!*
Wednesday, December 4 at 7PM
Bring us your questions! We'll talk about what's on your mind
regarding college exploration and applications.
WHAT'S AHEAD FOR JUNIORS IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS*
Wednesday, December 11 at 7PM
Get ready Junior parents! This chat provides an overview of the
application process and all its components, including what gets done
when. We'll discuss college visits, college list building, securing
recommendations, and application requirements.
COLLEGE ESSENTIALS: COURSE SELECTION & TESTING*
Wednesday, January 8 at 7PM
Courses count! In fact, the student's coursework is one of the most
important factors in application review. Colleges may list their
minimum course requirements, but what is optimal? How much rigor is
too much?
UW-MADISON SUMMER PROGRAMS
Tuesday, January 14 at 7PM
Hands down one of the best ways to improve your students' college
readiness, academic profile and college application is to have your
student participate in a Summer College Program. Whether it is
architecture, music, computer science or theatre, colleges across the
country offer a wide variety of summer programs that give your student
the opportunity to sample the collegiate life. This Parent Chat will
explore the different summer opportunities and allow you to determine
the type of programs that are the best fit for your student.
EXECUTIVE FUNCTION SKILLS: HOW TO DEVELOP THEM
Thursday, January 16 at 7PM
Middle school and high school students need their executive function
skills to rise to the demands that school puts on them. This chat will
discuss the executive function skills and how to develop them.
RESEARCHING & BUILDING YOUR COLLEGE LIST*
Wednesday, February 5 at 7PM
Which colleges will your student apply to? Selecting colleges can be
fun but, with so many schools and opportunities to choose from, the
selection process can also be a bit overwhelming. Join us for a
discussion of basic strategies your student can use to research,
build, and refine their college list.
EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING FOR THE HIGH-ACHIEVING UNDERPERFORMER
Wednesday, February 12 at 7PM
Learn how your student can reach their potential by harnessing the
all-important executive functioning skills for academic success.
COLLEGE PLANNING FOR 8TH, 9TH, AND 10TH GRADERS
Wednesday, February 19 at 7PM
College planning is fun! We'll talk about how families can begin
exploring colleges in the earlier grades and how this planning can
help inform activities, summer plans, and course selection throughout
high school.
COLLEGE ESSAYS: TIMELINES & EXAMPLES*
Wednesday, March 4 at 7PM
College admissions essays help you stand out amongst your peers. At
this Galin Chat, we'll preview the essays you're likely to encounter
during the admissions process and provide a timeline for completing
these essays on time with less stress and more polish!
WHAT'S AHEAD FOR JUNIORS IN COLLEGE ADMISSIONS*
Wednesday, March 11 at 7PM
Get ready Junior parents! This chat provides an overview of the
application process and all its components, including what gets done
when. We'll discuss college visits, college list building, securing
recommendations, and application requirements.
HIGHLY SELECTIVE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
Wednesday, March 18 at 7PM
We all know about the 25 or so highly selective colleges in the
country, and we've all read about how hard it is to get into these
schools. In this chat we'll talk about the factors that are considered
in highly selective admissions and how to strategically build college
lists that include these colleges. Students considering "highly
selectives" need to plan ahead to develop deep and distinctive
applications and wide college lists with "good fit" alternatives. For
sophomores and junior parents.
COLLEGE APPLICATIONS: AN OVERVIEW & TIMELINE*
Wednesday, April 8 at 7PM
What's the Common Application? How about the Coalition Application?
And what about colleges that have their own applications? We'll talk
about what's asked and what's required.
_NEW! —_ WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ACT, SAT, & PSAT
Wednesday, April 15 at 7PM
Should your student be preparing for the ACT? How about the SAT? Any
reason to prepare for the PSAT? At this chat, we'll discuss what each
test is for and why your student may (or may not) want to take it. And
with reported changes coming to the ACT soon, this is a can't
miss chat for parents of sophomores.
MERIT AID & SCHOLARSHIPS*
Wednesday, May 6 at 7PM
This workshop is designed for parents of students in high school who
are trying to be intentional and strategic about Merit Based
Scholarships. This hands-on workshop will examine a sample of colleges
and evaluate the array of scholarships that an institution offers.
Families who are trying to make college affordable are strongly
encouraged to attend.
EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING FOR THE HIGH-ACHIEVING UNDERPERFORMER
Wednesday, May 13 at 7PM
Learn how your student can reach their potential by harnessing the
all-important executive functioning skills for academic success.
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