Fall College Update

Mark Smithivas
Sep 22, 2021

Hello parents and advocates!

Fall has begun in earnest. Welcome back. College Application season is in full swing!


Tonight is the Senior Parent Virtual Presentation by Lane Tech counseling staff via Zoom. Information will be shared about how to apply with the Common App, how to fill out the FAFSA, and other topics of interest. I'll post the link to the recording afterwards if you can't attend.

I also took on a new role as the Parent College Network Committee Chair for Lane Tech. If you are not a Lane parent, it's one of the biggest high schools in Illinois, with over 4000 students enrolled. There are many ways to volunteer and get involved. Let me know if you're interested!

UPCOMING


On Friday, October 1st at noon, I'm launching a live audio chat on Clubhouse. It will be an informal opportunity to network and chat via audio with educators, parents, and others about college applications. Clubhouse is an audio app which allows you to listen in and participate around topics of interest. Why October 1st? That is when the FAFSA application goes live for seniors. Hope you can tune in!


I've created a new online community where parents and advocates can join to share tips and resources. Click the button above. It's free to join!