FSYF Annual College Workshop for Parents and Teens (Grades 9 - 12)
Date: Saturday, October 15, 2016
Time: 10 am - 2 pm
Location: Oakwood Falls Church: State Room
Address: 501 Roosevelt Blvd, Falls Church 22044
Fee: (fee includes lunch; pricing is per- person)
FSYF Members: $15 per person
Non-Members: $30 per person
Speaker:
Rebecca Grappo, International Educational Consultant, Veteran of Foreign Service Life and founder of RNG International.
Find out more about Becky at www.rnginternational.com
Description:
The annual workshop is for parents and teens in grades 9 - 12. This workshop addresses the essay writing process, issues that arise from experiencing an international childhood, and how students can incorporate their overseas experiences as they prepare for the college search & application process. This is a rare opportunity to speak with Becky Grappo and have your questions answered in person!
Topics to include:
How to incorporate Foreign Service experiences into an effective essay
What are admissions officers looking for
How important is the essay?
Can a student use an essay for multiple applications?
Interrupted curriculum & extra-curriculars
Teacher recommendations
Essay topics
IB vs AP
Planning college visits from overseas
Testing
When to apply early decision
State residency
Planning a gap year, and more....
Come with Questions and Leave with Answers!
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