College Prep Summer Series

Sophomore Series: Summer Before Sophomore Year of High School

During this 4-week series we will lay the foundation by exploring interests, learn ways to reduce college anxiety, and start light planning. 

INVESTMENT: $700

Week 1: Who Am I? Discovering Strengths & Interests

• Conduct self-discovery exercises (e.g., personality & strengths inventories)
• Introduction to career pathways and how they relate to majors

Week 2: Understanding College Landscape

• Overview of types of colleges available
• Introduction to majors and how to explore them over time

Week 3: Managing College Anxiety Early

• Normalize early stress and perfectionism
• Review coping skills 

Week 4: Sophomore Year Success Plan

• What to prioritize this year: GPA, involvement, time management
• How to track academic & extracurricular progress

Junior Jumpstart: Summer Before Junior Year of High School

During this 4-week series, we will narrow academic and career interests, review ways to build confidence, and create an action plan. 

INVESTMENT: $700

Week 1: Choosing a Major or Pathway

• Deep dive into careers & college majors using interest inventories
• Review how to research majors across different schools

Week 2: Crafting a College Fit List

• Review how to evaluate schools 
• Discuss the difference between “reach,” “match,” and “safety” schools

Week 3: Building a College Mindset

• How to handle academic pressure and comparison
• Mindset 

Week 4: Junior Year Roadmap

• Review timelines: SAT/ACT, campus visits
• How to request recommendations later
• How to organize a college prep folder and checklist

Senior Strategy: Summer Before Senior Year of High School

During this series, we will create a list, learn how to prepare applications, and reduce stress. 

INVESTMENT: $700

Week 1: Finalizing the Fit

• How to evaluate your current college list for balance and fit
• How to do virtual and in-person campus tours meaningfully

Week 2: Standout Application Strategy

• Overview of Common App, deadlines, and essays
• How to brainstorm and outline a personal statement essay
• How to build a brag sheet/resume for recommendation letters

Week 3: Taming Senior Year Stress

• Managing imposter syndrome and fear of rejection
• Anxiety strategies
• Create an emotional coping plan for application season

Week 4: Senior Year Success Plan

• Organize a college application calendar
• Plan for senior year courses and leadership opportunities