2023-24 College Series: Upcoming Dates for First Semester

Tuesday, September 5, 6-7:30 pm
PCH Theater
**College Application Night - Senior Parents**
The college application process can be an overwhelming and daunting experience.  Please join Mrs. Prange as she discusses the overall application process and how to assist your senior in staying organized without taking over.  Although the conversation will be geared towards senior parents, anyone is welcome to attend.
- - - (This in-person event will also be livestreamed here. A recording will be posted after the event here.)    

Monday, September 11, 6:00-7:30 pm
Edgar M. Queeny County Park
** Parkway/Rockwood Regional College Fair**
This annual college fair is a great opportunity to collect materials from multiple colleges and universities in a short period of time while giving students a chance to meet and talk with college admissions representatives in person.  Students will need to register for the college fair prior to arrival at http://www.strivefair.com/. Although college fairs are generally focused towards juniors, seniors, and their parents, anyone is welcome to attend.  Colleges are still registering for the event, but the most recent list of participants may be found here.

Saturday, September 23, 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Harris Stowe State University - Emerson Performing Arts Building
** HBCU College Fair** 
This annual college fair sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Omicron Theta Omega Chapter. Gather information, network with peers and discover diverse educational opportunities available at Historically Black Colleges & Universities across the country.  Admission to the fair is free and no registration is required. You are encouraged to come prepared with questions and an open mind, ready to explore the possibilities.  Registration is not required to attend.

Wednesday, October 11, 6-7:30 pm
PCH Theater
**College Admissions – Resources for Families**
This event is for families who would like to learn more about the resources we use in the Central High community to research and prepare for college.  Topics include "Naviance" (our college planning platform), the role of standardized testing, the Missouri A+ scholarship program, how to connect with college admission representatives at local fairs and at PCH, scheduling campus visits, accessing free community resources, as well as taking a deep dive into the PCH Counseling website.
- - - (This in-person event will also be livestreamed. A recording will be posted after the event)      

Tuesday, October 24, 6-7:30 pm
PCH Commons
**Financial Aid 101**
Furthering your education is a major investment of time, effort and money.  With so much at stake, it is important to identify the best resources for planning and paying for college.  To help facilitate this event, a representative from the Student Financial Services office at Saint Louis University will provide an overview of the scholarship and aid process. Topics include information on types of aid, how to apply, and how to cover the remaining balance. They will also offer a timeline for students who don't know where to start in the financial aid process.  Additional resources may be found on our Financial Aid webpage.
- - - (This in-person event will also be livestreamed. A recording will be posted after the event)  

Sunday, October 29, 1:00-4:00 pm
Saint Louis University – Simon Recreation Center
**National College Fair - St. Louis**
The annual national fair, hosted by the National Association of College Admission Counselors, is a great opportunity to collect materials from multiple colleges and universities in a short period of time while giving students a chance to meet and talk with college admissions representatives in person.  Students will need to register for the college fair prior to arrival here. A list of colleges registered to attend is available here.  Please note that registration is still active, so the list of schools will grow in length as the date approaches.  Although college fairs are generally focused towards juniors, seniors, and their parents, anyone is welcome to attend.  

Wednesday, December 13, 6-7:30 pm
PCH Theater
**FAFSA Presentation - Senior Parents**
Similar to the "Financial Aid 101" presentation on October 24, this session also provides a brief overview of the scholarship and aid process, but will include specific information about filing the FAFSA. Families will walk away from this presentation prepared to file the FAFSA which is on track to launch in December.
- - - (This in-person event will also be livestreamed. A recording will be posted after the event)