April 29 – May 6 is the Texas Test Fest hosted by The Princeton Review
Test Fest consists of:
Free Practice SAT / ACT virtual tests
After the test, students will receive a detailed interactive score report identifying their strengths and opportunities for improvement.
Free Webinars
Students will learn tips and tricks to improve their SAT/ACT scores.
Students will learn valuable information about the SAT/ACT, including information about the differences between the tests and which might be a better fit for them.
Parents & students can learn more about college admissions preparation and changes in college admissions due to COVID-19.
AP Week with the Princeton Review
An Exciting Opportunity for AP Students or Students Who are Considering Taking AP Courses in the Future – The Princeton Review’s 2021 AP Week
From April 12th to April 16th, the Princeton Review will be hosting a series of online events related to Advanced Placement Exams. Students can sign up for any AP Week programs by clicking on the links below:
The HFSC Explorer program introduces students to forensic science and some of the disciplines that fall under that umbrella. Each monthly class will involve a short lecture and hands-on activity presented by real-life analysts and examiners from HFSC’s various divisions. The program will culminate with a mock crime scene where the students will put everything they learned to work by: Collecting evidence, searching for latent prints, photographing and documenting a mock crime scene!*
The Explorer program is open to students who will be high school juniors or seniors for the 2021-2022 school year and are interested in the field of forensic science as a career. Students will receive hands-on experience in various scenarios that will help expose them to the different forensic disciplines our lab practices and support their ability to develop valuable skills.
See the PDF above for more information.
Texas A&M Student Leaders of Tomorrow (SLOT)
The SLOT conference strives to inspire delegates to continue making an impact as they finish their high school experience and enter the next stage in their life. The SLOT conference will be held Saturday, April 24th, 2021 - Sunday, April 25th, 2021 via Zoom. The $25 fee includes a 2021 SLOT Conference t-shirt, and other small items.
Application can be found through our website mentioned at the bottom of this message and is due by February 19th.
If you have any questions, please email us at tamuslot.logistics@gmail.com. You can also find us on Facebook (@SLOTConference), at our website https://www.tamu-slot.com/, or on Instagram (@tamu.slot). Thank you for your help in making our conference a success!
Big Future Days by College Board (Virtual College Fairs)
College Board is hosting virtual events for high school students to connect directly with college admissions representatives and take action on the most important steps for college.
Click here for more information:
https://pages.collegeboard.org/big-future-days?excmpid=mtg680-st-1-gen&SFMC_cid=EM428567-&rid=47501692
SFASU Virtual Showcase Event
Stephen F. Austin State University is hosting virtual Showcase SFA events February 23, 24, or 25th; and we want YOU there!
This virtual experience will bring SFA to your computer or mobile device so you can learn about campus life, the application process, and next steps from the comfort of your home.
Register to attend virtually with a friend, family member, or solo!
Axe 'Em Jacks!
SFA Office of Admissions
For more information, contact SFA's Office of Admissions at (936) 468-2504 or admissions@sfasu.edu.
Our online programs help students learn more about the SAT, ACT, and the college admissions process. Follow the link to register for any program, and feel free to share this information with your students and families. All times listed are for the Eastern Time Zone.
UTA is hosting a virtual event called Pasa Adelante Con UTAon Thursday, Dec. 10th in the afternoon from 6-8 p.m. This event will provide students the opportunity to receive a fee waiver for their application. This event will be held completely in Spanish but we will have English speaking counselors available in case anyone else is interested.
This virtual event will take place via Zoom. It will begin with a live 30 minute presentation in Spanish, to provide information about admissions, scholarships, and financial aid. After the presentation, students and their families can speak directly with admissions staff to ask any follow up questions. If you miss the presentation, students can still join the breakout sessions to speak with an admissions counselor in Spanish or English. Click HERE to register.
HOBY - Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Conference
Attention 10th Graders:
Be a part of a special leadership conference in June 2021. (Dates TBA) The HOBY mission is to inspire and develop our global community of youth and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service, and innovation. To learn more about HOBY visitwww.hobytgc.org/what-is-hoby orHERE for a short video on HOBY
