Opening the College Door: The Keys to Getting in and Paying for College will be presented by Russ Ingersoll, Ed.S., LPC.
Ingersoll is an experienced college and career counselor with over 30 years of experience as a high school counselor who has seen remarkable changes in the college admissions process as well as the cost of attending. Presently, Ingersoll is an independent college and career counselor with offices in Waynesboro and Staunton. In addition to his membership in local and state counselor organizations, Ingersoll is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling and is certified as a Global Career Development Facilitator.
Free Workshops for Parents and Students
Navigating the entire college admission process is often confusing and filled with uncertainties. Completing The Common Application, originally designed to simplify the process, can be overwhelming. Applying for and obtaining financial aid can be compared to an obstacle course. Attend these FREE one-hour workshops to gain valuable information on:
Workshop 1: Getting Into College
Topics Valuable for parents of and students in grades:
Critical strategies for gaining college admission 8th–12th
Choosing where to apply 9th-12th
Tips on completing applications and writing compelling essays 9th-12th
DATES: Sunday, September 15 and Sunday, September 29
TIME: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
PLACE: 110 N. Wayne Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
Workshop 2: Paying for College
Topics Valuable for parents of and students in grades
Top College Financial Planning Strategies 8th-12th
FAFSA: The gateway to Financial Aid 8th-12th
The Top Strategy for obtaining Merit Scholarships 8th- 12th
Evaluating the Financial Aid Package 11th-12th
DATES: Sunday, September 22 and Sunday, October 6
TIME: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: 110 N. Wayne Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
You must register to attend these workshops. To register, go to www.harborcounseingservices.com.
Questions? Call: 540-447-0662 or e-mail: [email protected].