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April 21 at 6 PM • May 16 at 10 AM
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April 2026 Board Meeting

The Board of Trustees monthly meeting will be held on Monday, April 13 at 6:00pm in the Library's Meeting Room.

Program for High School Juniors: Creating a Compelling College Application

Program Type:

Education

Age Group:

Teens
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration is no longer available for this event.
  • This event is for registrants grade 7th Grade to 12th Grade.

Event Details

This program is a detailed and strategic overview of what students should focus on to make their college applications compelling. 

It includes but not limited to: 

*The college application process including current admissions trends, writing the personal statement essay and supplemental essays, teacher recommendations and how students can position themselves to increase their chances for admission. 

*Application strategies including the advantages and disadvantages of early decision, early action and regular decision. 

*What admissions officers consider important when they review applicants, and how students can position themselves to develop a compelling narrative to increase their chances for admission.

*The importance of community service, how it can provide an opportunity for personal growth and an opportunity to showcase a student’s character. 

 

This is not a library sponsored program.