VSAC College Pathways

High school juniors, sophomores, and parents --- Join VSAC for College Pathways '10, a fun and informative day of college planning workshops and more!

Review the workshop options, then register online.

Already attend College Pathways 2010? Be sure to check out the resources from this year's event.

SAMPLE AGENDA AND WORKSHOP INFORMATION

Check back late summer for 2011 College Pathways dates. This event is held in the spring each year.

The day offers five sessions and free lunch. Attend one workshop for each session.

8:30–9:00 am — Check-in, refreshments, and breakfast snacks

9:00–9:15 am — Welcome for parents and students

9:15–10:45 am — Session 1

11:00-11:45 am — Session 2

12:00-12:45 pm — lunch

1:00–1:45 pm— Session 4

2:00–3:00 pm — Session 5

REGISTRATION INFO

Registration and workshop selection is required for each person attending.

DIRECTIONS

We will have signs and people pointing you to parking and check-in once you arrive on campus.

Saint Michael's College - Check in at Tarrant Student Center.
Castleton State College - Check in at Fine Arts Center.
Lyndon State College - Check in at the Twilight Theater lobby.

2010 WORKSHOPS

Review the workshop options, then register.
Each person attending should select one workshop for each session they plan to attend.
Workshops will close once maximum capacity is reached.

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Castleton & Lyndon: Enjoy free lunch in the dining hall. No workshops offered during this session.

Castleton & Lyndon: Select one of the workshops below.

Saint Michael's: Enjoy lunch in the campus dining hall OR select one of the workshops below.

Session 1:	Session 2:	Session 3:	Session 4:	Session 5:
Student Workshop: Writing a Great Admissions Essay The admissions essay portion of a college application can mean the difference between acceptance and rejection. Discover what colleges look for in your essay and learn how to make it a reflection of who you are.	Paying for College Learn about the financial aid process, education loans, and ways to cover higher education expenses.	Enjoy free lunch in the dining hall.	Applying to College Learn the nuts and bolts of successfully completing the application process for college admission.	Paying for College (See Session 2)
Parent Workshop: Letting Go The transition to college can be challenging - for students and parents. Hear experts talk about ways to support your child through the college process, and find out what he or she will be learning at College Pathways. Learn valuable tips on how to put your child in charge of the college search, discover the role you can play to help him or her stay on track through the application process, and then learn how best to ease the transition from high school to college.	Finding Colleges that Fit How do you create a list of colleges that fit you? Join this workshop to review who you are and how that connects to your future goals, specifically the college selection process.	Considering Two-Year and Community College Options Explore the academic and financial benefits of these programs, including options for your senior year in high school.	Considering Two-Year and Community College Options Explore the academic and financial benefits of these programs, including options for your senior year in high school.	Finding Colleges that Fit (See Session 2)
	Learning about Scholarships Learn how to find and apply for local, state, and national scholarships.	Learning about Scholarships (See Session 2)	Learning about Scholarships (See Session 2)	Learning about Scholarships (See Session 2)
	Surviving Standardized Tests Learn strategies for success on the SAT and ACT, including the written section.	Applying for Admission to Highly Selective Colleges Gain insight into the admissions process at selective colleges, including the pros and cons of early action or early decision.	Applying for Admission to Highly Selective Colleges Gain insight into the admissions process at selective colleges, including the pros and cons of early action or early decision.	Surviving Standardized Tests (See Session 2)
Return to top		Exploring Resources for Students with Learning Disabilities Learn about campus resources available to students with special needs, and ways to advocate for yourself or your student.	Exploring Resources for Students with Learning Disabilities Learn about campus resources available to students with special needs, and ways to advocate for yourself or your student.

Events & Workshops

SAMPLE AGENDA AND WORKSHOP INFORMATION

REGISTRATION INFO

DIRECTIONS

2010 WORKSHOPS