 | GREETINGS FROM COLLEGE COUNSELING by Charlene Aguilar, Director of College Counseling
Each year our alumni return to campus to share anecdotes, opinions, and observations about the unique ways their Lakeside education equipped them to meet the rigors and decisions they encounter in their college and university experiences. We are thrilled that our students recognize, families appreciate, and campus educators understand that the best preparation for college is to take advantage of the challenges and opportunities at Lakeside—within and beyond the classroom. Through our curriculum and given our school’s mission, we encourage our students to develop skills, pursue interests, discover passions, and commit to something larger than themselves. It is our fervent hope that by providing diverse forums that allow for discovery, our students reflect intellectual and social engagement with the world, resilience, and life perspective. We are confident that young people here strive and learn as they strike a balance between all these things and explore what they hope to accomplish on their life’s journey.
As Lakeside Lions begin to navigate the college process, we know they pace themselves according to what feels right. For example, while one student may be ready to delve into the college process at some point during the fall of his or her junior year, another may begin to explore information more deeply in the spring of junior year. We are confident that each student is a responsible and talented citizen, on campus and beyond. We know our students will manage the college process with the same ethical nature, thoughtfulness, independence, and equanimity as they manage everything else—from academic inquiry to service in both our local and global community to immersion in extracurricular activities.
We are here to offer support and expertise along the way!
For general questions or inquiries, please contact:
Libby Weick, Assistant to the Director of College Counseling & Registrar
VM: 206-440-2748
FAX: 206-440-2911
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| | Seattle College Fairs and ProgramsBest of the UK Tour
University of Edinburgh and University of Oxford Wednesday, September 14, 7:00 p.m. (hosted by Lakeside School) This session provides information, advice and guidance to students, parents, and gaurdians about studying in the UK in general, and opportunities to study at Oxford University and the University of Edinburgh in particular. For registration, click here.
Seattle Area Independent Schools
4th Annual College Fair
Sunday, October 16, 3:00-5:30 p.m. (Northgate Community Center)
Juniors, seniors, and their families are invited and will benefit most from this event.
Performing and Visual Arts College Fair
Monday, October 24, 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Fisher Plaza, Seattle Center)
This event is perfect for the student who has indicated a very strong interest and talent/potential in art, music or theatre. www.nacacnet.org
NACAC College Fair
Saturday, November 5, noon-4:00 p.m. (Washington State Convention and Trade Center)
Appropriate for parents, guardians, and their sophomores who are showing tremendous interest in college now.
Service Academy Information
Tuesday, December 27, 6:30-9:00 p.m. (U.S. Coast Guard Support Center Gym, Pier 36, 1519 Alaskan Way South)
For students and families who want to learn more about appointments and commissioned officer status while earning a bachelor of science degree in one of the Service Academies: Navy, Coast Guard, Army, Marines, or Airforce.
National Portfolio Day
Saturday, January 7, 2012, 9:00–4:00 p.m. (Cornish College of the Arts, 1000 Lenora)
An opportunity for students to meet with representatives from institutions accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. Colleges review junior/senior student portfolios and, at the same time, relay campus information.
USA Gap Year FairSunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00-3:30 p.m. (The Northwest School, 1415 Summit Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122) USA Gap Year Fairs is a national circuit of events that bring together reputable Gap Year organizations, interested students and parents, high school college counselors and the Gap Year experts. These events are designed to provide students with a broad exposure of Gap Year Programs and the opportunity for face to face conversations with the people who work in the field. www.usagapyearfairs.orgExploring Educational Excellence
Thursday, May 3, 2012, 7:30 pm. (Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004). Join Brown, Chicago, Columbia, Cornell, and Rice for an information session for prospective students and their families. Sessions include a brief overview of each institution, information on admissions and financial aid, and a chance to speak informally with admissions representatives. You must register to attend. www.exploringeducationalexcellence.org/index.php Exploring College Options- Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 7:30 pm. (Hilton Bellevue, 300 112th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98004) - Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 7:30 pm. (Seattle Airport Marriott, 3201 S 176TH Street, Seattle WA 98188) Exploring College Options is a special recruitment program sponsored by the undergraduate admissions offices of five of the country's leading universities: Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Stanford University. At each event, representatives from the five universities will conduct brief slide presentations about their institution and answer your questions about the sometimes-mystifying world of college admissions. You will learn what distinguishes one fine university from another, what competitive colleges look for in the selection process, and what you can do to enhance your college application. Parents and guardians welcome. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early. Registration required. http://www.exploringcollegeoptions.org/
Colleges That Change Lives
Saturday, July 28, 2012, 10:00-11:30 a.m. (Bellevue Meydenbauer Center-Hall A) http://www.ctcl.org/events/seattle12 |
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| Lakeside Evening Forums All meetings are from 7:00 pm to 9:00 p.m.
Confirm dates/locations on the Lakeside School Master Calendar.
September 27:
College Night for Senior Parents and Guardians, Class of 2011
(Families will first gather in St. Nick’s for opening remarks, and from there separate into groups to spend time with their student’s specific college counselor.)
October 25:
Finances and College—Keynote Speaker George Mills, University of Puget Sound
(Insightful and relevant always, join us in Kent Evans for this annual favorite speaker!)
November 9:
Myths vs. Realities: What parents and guardians should know before students enter junior year at Lakeside.
A presentation for those interested in a preview of the college process.
St. Nicholas Hall
January 26:
“Ask Admissions”—National Keynote Speaker, John Mahoney, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions at Boston College - St. Nicholas
(Our guest will discuss trends and offer insights about the selective college admission process with Lakeside families in St. Nick's.)
February 2:
College Night for Junior Parents and Guardians
(Hear from the college counseling team about the process for the Class of 2013 in St. Nick's) |
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Naviance-Family Connection Seniors, second semester juniors and their families may also explore the college process through our Lakeside Naviance-Family Connection, a web- based college information management program that tracks all Lakeside students’ college applications. There is guest access for those who want a sneak peek of some features now. Use "lakesidelions" as your password.
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