A Developmental Approach to College and Career Counseling
Utilizing myOptions Encourage to Support ACAC Implementation
Supporting Students in Building their College Lists
2020 #WhyApply Twitter Chat
How to Host a College Application Event
Making the Case for College During COVID-19
Supporting Students in Navigating Trauma, Stress, and Grief
During the ACAC 2020 National Convening – hosted virtually on May 5, 6, and 7 – we invited Laura Owen, PhD., American University, and Kara Leva, PhD., Rowan University, to address how those working directly with students can help students navigate trauma, stress, and grief. We also took at look at how this trauma impacts the college-going process.
College Signing Day Chat 2020
Twitter Chat
Many schools and communities will host a College Signing Day (or Decision Day) celebration on or around May 1 to celebrate seniors selecting which college they will attend. The goal of the #SigningDayChat is to share best practices for planning and organizing a virtual event. Learn from fellow college access professionals and national partners who have successfully organized virtual events to celebrate their seniors.
#MentoringChat
Twitter chat
On January 23, 2020, we discussed the value of mentoring, resources available, and why it is important for students’ success and an equitable education.
Host a College Signing Day event
Co-hosted by ACAC and Reach Higher Location: webinar
Date: April 7, 2020
Reach Higher and the American College Application Campaign hosted a webinar about how to host and support a College Signing Day in your school or community. This webinar reviewed templates and examples available to support individuals planning their events. We also heard from school counselors who shared their experiences and lessons learned hosting a College Signing Day event.
Watch Recording: https://pages2.act.org/college-signing-day-webinar.html