College Essay Workshop
Counseling Department Programming
The College Essay
Common Application, SRAR, Naviance Summer Workshop
Programs 2024-25
LOCATION DETAILS WILL BE SENT OUT PRIOR TO EACH EVENT.
When looking at the schedule, you will notice that most of the presentations are designed with a particular grade level in mind. Regardless of which school a student attends or their grade level, families are encouraged to virtually attend any sessions they wish. It is our desire, that regardless of the host school, you feel welcomed. While we have two high schools, three middle schools and six elementary schools, we are one Lower Merion family. Students are welcomed and encouraged to be part of all sessions. When presentations are virtual, links will be sent out prior to each event.
SRAR/Common Application Workshop
Post-Secondary Planning Process for 12th Grade Students & Families
HHS Auditorium
This presentation will be devoted to the nuts and bolts of the application process, the Common Application, Naviance, recommendations, and deadlines. This is a MUST for seniors, parents and guardians.
LM - Post-Secondary Planning Process for LMHS 12th Grade Families
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LMHS Auditorium
This presentation will be devoted to the nuts and bolts of the application process, the Common Application, Naviance, recommendations, and deadlines. This is a MUST for seniors, parents and guardians.
Financial Aid Overview
Virtual
A financial aid expert from the area will provide an overview of the financial aid process for students and their families. While this will be particularly relevant to senior families, all students and their families are welcome. Zoom link will be sent via email.
Post-Secondary Planning Process for LMHS 11th Grade Families
LMHS Auditorium
The presentation will cover all aspects of post-high school planning. It will focus on the range and types of colleges, campus visits, timeline, and how to find the right fit and plan. Designed for juniors and their families.
Post-Secondary Planning Process for HHS 11th Grade Families
HHS Auditorium
The presentation will cover all aspects of post-high school planning. It will focus on the range and types of colleges, campus visits, timeline, and how to find the right fit and plan. Designed for juniors and their families.
College Admissions Roundtable
Virtual
This evening will be a round-robin event for sophomores, juniors and their families. Hear from college representatives from different types of institutions speak about their type of school and requirements to gain admission.
Post-Secondary Planning: College & Career Readiness for 10th Grade
Virtual
This presentation will explore the options for life after high school.
Career Symposium (Actual Date TBD)
all day
TBD
Navigating High School and Planning for the Future for 9th Grade
Virtual
For freshmen and their families. Now that you are well on your way, lets discuss plans for the next few years. It's time to plan for the future! Zoom link will be sent via email.
FAFSA Walkthrough CHANGED: This event was rescheduled from 10/28/24.
Virtual
This evening will be a step-by-step review of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, aka FAFSA. The director of financial aid from a local university will help you with each question on the form so you can be ready to submit to colleges. For seniors and their families. Zoom link will be sent via email.
Special Interests Select a Session
Virtual
Join us for our annual Select-A-Session for Special Interests in Post-High School Planning! Our schedule of sessions will be posted prior to the event.
Financial Planning for College - K-8 Families
Virtual
For parents of ELEMENTARY and MIDDLE SCHOOL students. It is never too early to start planning and saving for college. Please come and hear how to make saving for college a reality.
Post-Secondary Planning: College & Career Readiness for 8th Grade
Virtual
Career and college is important to consider as early as 9th grade so come and hear how your student may be best prepared for the next four years and beyond. Welcome to high school!