Workshops at the VSAC Resource Center — 2007-2008 School Year
Enrollment is limited. All events are free. Schedule subject to change. Please check www.vsac.org prior to each event.
All events are held at the VSAC Resource Center at 10 East Allen Street in downtown Winooski. Map and directions to the VSAC Resource Center (PDF)
Register by phone at 800-642-3177 or by e-mail at info@vsac.org. Walk-ins welcome, but pre-registration is preferred.
High School Students and Parents
The workshops listed below are geared towards high school students. If parents/guardians attend, we suggest that they accompany their students rather than attend for them.
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Finding a Career That’s Right for You – High school students explore their abilities, values, interests, and personality through activities, discussions, and career software.
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No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
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Finding a College That’s Right for You – High school students learn about factors to consider when looking at colleges, then learn to use VSAC's college search resources.
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No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
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Preparing for the ACT – Students learn about the ACT — the test's structure, scoring, and strategies, and what to expect on test day.
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No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
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Preparing for the SAT – Students learn about the SAT — the test's structure, scoring, and strategies, and what to expect on test day.
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No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
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Searching for Scholarships – High school and adult students find out where to search for scholarships and learn how to use VSAC's scholarship resources.
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No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
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Understanding the Financial Aid Process – Students and parents learn about the financial aid timeline, types of aid available, and various financial aid application forms.
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No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
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Writing an Effective Admissions Essay – High school students learn about what admissions officers look for and how to write a winning essay.
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No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
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Parents of Younger Children
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CANCELLED — Planning Ahead for College & Children's Story and Exploration Time (ages 3-10) – Parents discover how to plan for college while children ages 3-10 explore their interests through experiential activities.
- May workshop cancelled. No future workshops currently scheduled. Please call VSAC for workshop materials.
Adults
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Locating and Funding Short-Term Training Opportunities for Employment – Adults learn about different short-term training programs in Vermont, from one-time workshops to certificate programs, as well as funding sources for these programs.
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No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
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Searching for Graduate Schools and Finding Financial Aid for Graduate Students – Students learn about factors to consider when looking at graduate programs and about the ways in which the financial aid process differs for graduate students.
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Saturday, May 31, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
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Teachers & School Counselors
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VSAC's Teacher's Toolbox – Teachers and School Counselors meet VSAC staff, attend rotating workshops, learn about resources they can use with their students and for professional development, and receive free professional development materials.
- No workshops currently scheduled. Call VSAC for workshop materials, or look for future workshops in the fall of 2008.
