THE ROUNDUP
NEWS, TIPS, & RESOURCES FROM
BRIGHT FUTURES COLLEGE CONSULTING
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Students Are Full Steam Ahead Into Spring
As the second anniversary of COVID-19 approaches, more and more colleges are opening their campuses to welcome prospective students on tours. Juniors continue to do college research, set goals, and refine their college lists. Sophomores are thoughtfully selecting their 2022-2023 courses and identifying opportunities for enrichment outside the classroom. It is exciting to see our students take charge of their futures!
For our seniors, this is the season to compare offers, revisit your "fit list" and select the best fit option for you. While some spring admission decisions are still TBD, our seniors have received news of admission and generous scholarships! We are proud of all they put towards writing, editing, testing, emailing, interviewing, form filling, requesting, following up, setting (and resetting) passwords, and just overall putting themselves out there authentically. We continue to support our seniors as they narrow their options and make enrollment decisions!
Keep shining!
The Bright Futures Team
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Sharing Our Expertise
Bright Futures is committed to brightening our community by sharing our knowledge and resources. So far this year, we presented to audiences at People’s Trust Credit Union, two National Charity League Chapters, Concordia Lutheran High School, and Quail Valley Middle School. Our free seminars and workshops aim to educate, prepare, and motivate students and their families in the college process.
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2022-2023 Course Selection Is Underway
It's time to choose classes for next school year! Ensure you're taking the right classes and maximizing opportunities to bump your GPA and class rank.
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Upcoming Bright Futures' Events
Birkman Career & Major Workshop: March 27 @ 4:30pm
Resume Workshop Sunday, April 3rd @ 2pm
Summer Essay & Application Workshops (dates coming very soon!)
(Please note that some events are reserved for current Bright Futures clients only)
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Attend a Virtual College Fair!
NACAC College Fairs
Connect directly with the colleges you're considering to get your questions answered and score some "demonstrated interest" points for yourself too!
USA Gap Year Fairs
USA Gap Year Fairs partners with U.S. high schools to educate, inspire, and empower students to look beyond the classroom and pursue opportunities for experiential learning. Connect with program providers, counselors, alumni, and admissions representatives at a virtual event to learn about gap years, including scholarships!
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Birkman: The Gift That Keeps Giving
All of us at Bright Futures are BIG fans of the Birkman Assessment. It is a valuable tool that gives insight into one's strengths, needs, and behaviors and is a keystone to self-discovery in our process. Not only is it incredibly helpful for college planning, but it continues to be a beneficial decision-making tool throughout one’s lifetime. Learn how to use the Birkman for college planning.
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Do You Know Each Of Your College’s Vaccination Policies?
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SENIORS
Life as a college student is getting closer every day. And for some, the financial obligations of attending college are becoming more clear. Learn how to determine your financial needs and what steps to take to get the appropriate financial assistance.
Whether you’re excited or nervous to leap into college life, it’s normal to feel the symptoms of senioritis. What’s not ok is to let senioritis get the best of you. Check out our tips to keep up your momentum and maintain your most important goals.
You worked hard, submitted a strong application, and got accepted! Celebrations are certainly in order, but there are still quite a few things you need to do and see before notifying the school of your decision to enroll.
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JUNIORS
Make your college search and application process easier with these quick tips. Each of these activities takes just 5 minutes, will save you time, and help you avoid logistical headaches and confusion later on.
Campus visits can help you prepare for college life, get more comfortable with your future home, and demonstrate interest to increase your chances of acceptance. Make these 7 tips your official campus visit guidebook and have fun!
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SOPHOMORES
Are you wondering how you’ll navigate the college admissions process? We get it! There is a load of information out there, and it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start. Find out how to get the support you need in a qualified college consultant.
College might feel far off, but in reality, it’s just a few short years away. While it’s true many schools no longer require ACT or SAT scores, not every college and university has jumped on that bandwagon. Know the facts of your prospective colleges before deciding not to test.
Furthermore, if you do choose to forgo the SATs and ACTs, start putting in the work now to make sure your application shines in other ways.
Feeling confused about how you’ll choose a major or career path? Don’t worry. Every adult you know can relate. In fact, most of us didn’t know what we would be doing with our adult lives when we were in high school. But you can get a leg up by exploring the options through informational interviews. It’s a great way to make connections and really get a glimpse into professionals' lives.
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Bright Futures founder, Dr. Beth Dennard, is better known as Yoda Beth as she passes her wisdom to her students through their college application process. In high school, Beth learned about college applications by volunteering in the school counselors’ office, and it opened the windows of opportunity. Through community college, serving in the Air Force, and higher education, Dr. Dennard shares a wealth of knowledge and guidance with students and their families searching for their own bright future. Meet Dr. Dennard here.
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