2024-25 First Semester College Planning Events:

September College Rep Visits to PCH
September 5th-30th
PCH Counseling 
College representatives visit our school to meet with interested students to discuss academic programs, campus life, financial aid, and admission procedures.  College rep visit registration is done through SchooLinks (students received a handout with instructions for logging in and signing up; they will be excused from class to attend).
* September Visits

Parkway/Rockwood Regional College Fair
Monday, September 9, 6:00-7:30 pm
Edgar M. Queeny County Park
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 before arrival at http://www.strivefair.com/. Although college fairs are generally focused on juniors, seniors, and their parents, anyone is welcome to attend. The list of attending institutions is posted here,

Mentors4College Event: In Search of Merit Scholarship
Thursday, September 12, 7:00 pm
Webinar
Colleges award thousands of dollars of scholarships and grants to students every year. In fact, this funding from colleges makes up the majority of financial aid awarded to students. As you are researching colleges and deciding which colleges are a good fit for you, it is important to compare how much merit scholarship aid is usually given by those colleges. Join us for our September M4C webinar to learn how to look for this information as part of your college research. If you are a sophomore or junior, this will be helpful information as you begin your research and post high school planning. If you are a senior, this will be helpful as you are making decisions about which colleges to apply to in the months ahead.
Register here.

Academy Day
Saturday, September 14, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Jefferson College Field House
This is an opportunity for students and parents to meet representatives from the five U.S. service academies to learn about their programs and the application process. Congressional staff will also discuss the nomination process.  More information here.

**Financial Aid 101**
Thursday, September 19, 6:00-7:00 pm
Webinar
Have questions about financial aid and don’t know where to start? Join Student Financial Services from Saint Louis University as they walk through the financial aid process and answer common questions related to types of aid you might be eligible for, applying for aid, and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Register here.

October College Rep Visits to PCH
October 1st-31st
PCH Counseling 
College representatives visit our school to meet with interested students to discuss academic programs, campus life, financial aid, and admission procedures.  College rep visit registration is done through SchooLinks (students received a handout with instructions for logging in and signing up; they will be excused from class to attend).
* October Visits

HBCU College Fair
Saturday, October 5, 11 am - 2 pm
Harris Stowe State University - Emerson Performing Arts Building
This annual college fair is 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. See flier here.

Manufacturing & Trades Open House
Saturday, October 5, 10 am - 1 pm
St. Louis Community College @ Florissant Valley
If you are a student exploring career paths, we’re eager to connect with you!  Take a tour, speak with faculty and instructors, and learn about scholarships.  See flier for more information.

Mentors4College Event: Building a List of Affordable Colleges
Thursday, October 10, 7 pm
Webinar
Applying to the colleges that provide the best academic, social and financial fit for you requires a thoughtful and focused approach. Seeing the sticker price of colleges can be stifling. Affordability is an important part of creating a balanced college list. Learn how to do the research so you are casting a wide net and creating a list of colleges that include public, private, reach, reasonable, financially attractive and safety schools. Mentors4College is presenting a brief webinar on Thursday, October 10 from 7:00-7:30 pm CDT. Information presented will be helpful for freshmen or sophomores who are just beginning to think about college, for juniors who are beginning to create a list of potential colleges, and for seniors who want to make sure their list of colleges is balanced.
Register here.

**National College Fair - St. Louis**
Sunday, October 27, 1:00-4:00 pm
Saint Louis University – Simon Recreation Center
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 on juniors, seniors, and their parents, anyone is welcome to attend.  

Mentors4College Event: Standardized Testing Policies and Recent Admission Trends
Thursday, November 14, 7 pm
Webinar
(Detailed description of the event will be posted closer to the date of the webinar.)
Register here.

**FAFSA Presentation**
Tuesday, December 10, 6:00-7:00 pm
Webinar
Join Student Financial Services from Saint Louis University as they explain the scholarship and financial aid process and prepare you to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Register here.

2024-25 Second Semester College Planning Events:

Mentors4College Event: Admission Tips from the Experts
Thursday, January 9, 7 pm
Webinar
(Detailed description of the event will be posted closer to the date of the webinar.)
Register here.

Mentors4College Event: Financial Aid 101 and Understanding Financial Award Letters
Thursday, February 13, 7 pm
Webinar
(Detailed description of the event will be posted closer to the date of the webinar.)
Register here.

St. Louis County Apprenticeship and Career Pathways Showcase
Dates: TBD (usually Feb/Mar)
Locations: TBD
Families and students in grades 6 through 12, as well as recent graduates, are invited to join us to experience a variety of careers through interactive exhibits and discussion with industry professionals. Learn more about these exciting and fulfilling job opportunities, many of which require training instead of a traditional, 4-year degree. Spanning regional employers seeking new talent, our exhibitors will include representatives from key career pathways including: Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Culinary & Hospitality, Healthcare, Information Technology, Public Safety, Transportation & Logistics

Mentors4College Event: From Trade School to Ivy League-Find the Right Fit
Thursday, April 10, 7 pm
Webinar
(Detailed description of the event will be posted closer to the date of the webinar.)
Register here.

MOACAC Spring Regional College Fair
TBD
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 before arrival at http://www.strivefair.com/. Although college fairs are generally focused on juniors, seniors, and their parents, anyone is welcome to attend.  Colleges are still registering for the event, but the most recent list of participants will be posted (here) as the date approaches.