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February 2021

Summer Opportunities for Teens

Now is the time to plan for the summer! TeenLife hosts free online directories of summer programs and volunteer projects. If students are interested in STEM internships, please explore this resource from BostonTechMom. Lastly, visit NewtonSTEM to learn about additional possibilities for STEM summer, weekend, and after-school programs.

Summer programs and community service work provide valuable opportunities for students to explore their academic and personal interests, build leadership skills, gain independence and develop new friendships. 

Contact P&A if you need assistance with your summer program search, application essays, etc. We're happy to help!
News For High School Families
P&A is happy to share college admission and financial aid news and other topics of interest with high school families. Here are some of the articles recently highlighted in our social media:

"2021-2022 Common App Essay Prompts" from The Common Application

"International Student Applications To U.S. Colleges Are Rebounding. Is It A Biden Bounce?" in Forbes

"AP 2020-21 Updates" from The College Board

"Elite colleges are extending their test-optional policies" from Higher Ed Dive

"Interest Surges in Top Colleges, While Struggling Ones Scrape for Applicants"
in The New York Times
Winter College Fairs and Panel Discussions

Winter virtual college fairs have arrived! Students are encouraged to take advantage of these FREE opportunities to explore numerous schools and learn more about the admission process firsthand from college representatives.

In addition, juniors should also try to connect with admission officers who are visiting high schools virtually this spring. For more information about virtual college visits at your high school, please contact your school counselor.  

NACAC Virtual Winter College Fairs


February 28
1-7 pm ET

March 7
1-5pm ET
STEM Fair

March 21
1-7pm ET

NEACAC (New England Association For College Admission Counseling) is offering virtual college fairs during the spring semester. Please visit this website for the full Spring 2021 schedule.

February 23
6-7:30 pm ET

March 14
1-3:00 pm ET


Coalition for College Virtual College Fairs and Panel Discussions
Multiple panel discussions covering a wide range of topics related to the college search and application process, as well as college fairs, are now available. All events are free.
Parents and students are encouraged to attend.
SAT and ACT Updates

As many of us know, standardized testing has been significantly disrupted by Covid-19. To stay informed about new developments, please visit the College Board SAT website and the ACT website for the most current information. 

Website Pick of the Month
Understanding FAFSA

Applying for college financial aid can sometimes feel overwhelming and confusing for families, and we therefore want to share an outstanding resource to make the process a little easier. If you have questions about the FAFSA, please visit Understanding FAFSA and download a helpful free guide created by the Center for New York City Affairs, an applied policy research organization based at The New School. This user-friendly guide is one of our favorite resources as it provides invaluable assistance for parents and students. Download it today!
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