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SPECIAL INTERESTS 80 REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org PART TWO Navigating College Admissions (age 13 & up w/parent) Are you a high school student or the parent of a high school student? The college admissions process can be very stressful and time-consuming for the entire family. This workshop provides tips on academic performance, extracurricular activity participation, college preparation, and how colleges read applications. Instructor: Rhonda Manns, A2Z College Planning Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center 85783 Sat Aug 1 1-2:30 p.m. SAT vs ACT vs Redesigned SAT (age 14 & up w/parent) Find out key differences between the SAT, ACT, and the newly redesigned SAT. Take a short academic questionnaire and complete sample test questions to discover which test should fit you best! Leave with a solid understanding of each test, an individual recommendation, and a test-prep strategy with calendar. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Tom Wyrick, Lifetime Academy for Math, Science & English 85784 Sat Aug 8 1-3 p.m. Send Your Teens To College For Pennies On The Dollar! (age 15 & up w/parent) Learn what your high school student needs to focus on right now to get a competitive edge and increase chances for a scholarship; how to motivate your student to apply for college and not make mistakes they'll later regret; the seven ingredients that colleges love to see; and more! Instructor: Rhonda Manns, A2Z College Planning Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center 85777 Sat Jul 25 1-2:30 p.m. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center 85778 Thu Aug 27 6:30-8 p.m. FREE! FREE! FREE! Surviving Senior Year (rising High School Seniors) The senior year is packed with numerous happenings that both parents and students should be aware of. This course provides hints, tips, and knowledge that will help with planning wisely for college and feeling more confident about the things to come. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Sherry S. Andrews, SUCCESS+ 85804 Sat Jun 6 2:30-3:30 p.m. 85805 Sat Aug 15 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. College Application Boot Camp (rising High School Seniors) Get a jump start on completing college applications before the rush of senior year! Prepare to complete a draft of the NC College Application or Common Application; learn how to utilize academics, extracurricular, volunteer, and summer activities to enhance an application; and complete a draft essay that can be used for multiple applications. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Rhonda Manns, A2Z College Planning Fees: $248(R) $278(N) (3 classes) 85971 Mon-Wed Aug 3-5 1:30-4:30 p.m. The College Quest Guide (age 12 & up w/parent) Learn the critical decisions required to successfully navigate the multi-year college prep, search, and application process. Receive updates and practical advice on vital topics like course selection, extracurricular activities, campus visits, SAT/ACT/New SAT, application essays, letters of recommendation, and financial aid. Get organized with a calendar of actions by grade. Instructor: Tom Wyrick, Lifetime Academy for Math, Science & English Location: Bond Park Community Center 85796 Sat Aug 1 1-3 p.m. FREE! FREE! COLLEGE PREP AT HERB YOUNG MARK YOUR CALENDAR Registration begins on the dates below and remains open until the event is full. See page 111 for complete enrollment information. • May 4 for Cary residents • May 18 for non-residents