VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS
LEAF’s Virtual Information Sessions are designed to engage high school students and families on all facets of postsecondary planning. These sessions are held throughout the school year covering a wide range of relevant topics from career exploration to college admission to funding your postsecondary education.
Sessions are free to students and families within our partner schools and the community at large, but pre-registration is required on LEAF’s website.
All sessions are held on Mondays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm on Google Meet.
2025 – 2026 Virtual Information Sessions
Check back in September 2025 for links to sign up for one or more virtual information sessions.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2025
College Application Tips & Timelines: Four-Year Colleges & Universities
(6:30-7:30 pm) A panel of college admission representatives discuss the college application process, the Common App, essay requirements, letters of recommendation, admission timelines, institutional scholarships, and more.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2025
Filling out the Common App – Walkthrough & Tips
(6:30-7:30 pm) Strengthen your college applications with this walkthrough of the Common App, the single application that is accepted by thousands of colleges and universities. Learn about the application process, how best to fill out each section of the Common App, and tips to strengthen your college applications.
OCTOBER 13, 2025
Community College & Branch Campus Options
(6:30-7:30 pm) Featuring a panel of local community college and branch campus admission representatives to share information on local programs, the application process, timelines, costs, and financial aid.
OCTOBER 20, 2025
Continuing Education: Skilled Trades & Workforce Training Programs
(6:30-7:30 pm) A panel of industry experts and program directors will discuss opportunities in the skilled trades, apprenticeships, and other postsecondary options that will get your future started.
NOVEMBER 3, 2025
Filing the FAFSA – A Walkthrough of the 26-27 FAFSA Form
(6:30-7:30 pm) Understanding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) featuring a step-by-step walkthrough of the 2026-27 FAFSA application. This session is geared towards current seniors and their families.
NOVEMBER 17, 2025
Continuing Education: Military Service
(6:30-7:30 pm) Learn about career and educational opportunities in the United States military branches and service options like enlistment, ROTC, and the Reserves.
DECEMBER 1, 2025
Scholarships 101
(6:30-7:30 pm) Learn about how to research scholarships at universities, within national databases, and locally, and get helpful hints on the scholarship application process.
DECEMBER 8, 2025
Navigating Free Tools for ACT & SAT Test Prep
(6:30-7:30 pm) Discover free online preparation tools for both ACT and SAT tests. Learn about common testing timelines, methods to build vocabulary, test stress tips, and websites for free online practice tests with instant feedback.
JANUARY 12, 2026
Junior Jumpstart
(6:30-7:30 pm) A session for 11th graders and their families to make the most out of junior year to prepare for the next steps after graduation. Learn how to explore postsecondary education options, schedule college visits, understand the financial aid process, and more.
FEBRUARY 9, 2026
9th & 10th Grade Gear Up For Your Future
(6:30-7:30 pm) Learn how to prepare for your next steps, get the most out of your high school experience, and find a good fit for your future. Geared towards current freshmen and sophomores and families wanting to be proactive about the future.
FEBRUARY 23, 2026
Making Sense of Financial Aid Offers
(6:30-7:30 pm) The admission process is over and financial aid offers have arrived from colleges. An expert will walk you through comparing college costs and understanding the terminology of the offer letters so that you can understand the final costs and be prepared to make decisions.
MARCH 2, 2026
Making Sense of Student Loan Options
(6:30-7:30 pm) Once you receive your financial aid offers, there is typically a gap between the cost of attendance and the aid received. Loans can be used to fill that gap. You will learn more about available loan options (Subsidized v Unsubsidized or Parent PLUS vs Private) and their impact on your financial future.
MARCH 16, 2026
College Athletics & Recruiting
(6:30-7:30 pm) Are you interested in continuing your athletic career in college? Unsure if you are good enough to play or at what level (NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA, and more)? A panel of local college coaches and administrators will talk about how you can continue your playing career in college, recruitment, the NCAA Eligibility Center, athletic scholarships, and more.