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.Â
2026 – 2027 Virtual Information Sessions
 LEAF’s Virtual Information Session schedule for the 2026-27 academic year is listed below. Registration will open in mid-August of 2026.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026
College Application Tips & Timelines: Four-Year Colleges & Universities
(6:30-7:30 pm)Â A panel of college admission representatives will discuss the college application process, the Common App, essay requirements, letters of recommendation, admission timelines, institutional scholarships, and more.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
Completing 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 improve your college applications.
OCTOBER 12, 2026
Community College & Branch Campus Options
(6:30-7:30 pm) A panel of local community college and branch campus admissions representatives will share information on local programs, the application process, timelines, and financial aid.
OCTOBER 19, 2026
Skilled Trades & Workforce Training Programs
(6:30-7:30 pm) For students who love to work with their hands, a panel of experts and program directors will share insights on career opportunities in the skilled trades, apprenticeships, and other vocational postsecondary options that will prepare you for a future in a high-demand field.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026
Filing the FAFSA – A Walkthrough of the 2027-28 FAFSA Form
(6:30-7:30 pm) Understanding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) featuring a step-by-step walkthrough of the 2027-28 FAFSA form. Geared towards high school seniors and their families, this session also covers college costs, types of financial aid, what to expect after the FAFSA, and financial aid appeals.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2026
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.Â
MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2026
SAT/ACT Prep Strategies & Tools
(6:30-7:30 pm) An expert will walk you through ACT/SAT formats and provide test prep timelines, free study tools, and tips for improving your score.
MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2027
Junior Jumpstart
(6:30-7:30 pm) Geared towards 11th graders and their families, this session explores postsecondary education options, college visits, the financial aid process, scholarships, ACT/SAT prep, postsecondary planning timelines, and more.
MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 2027
Ninth & Tenth Grade Gear Up For Your Future
(6:30-7:30 pm) A session for freshmen and sophomores to learn how they can proactively plan for their future. This session covers career exploration, postsecondary options, researching/visiting colleges, financial aid, scholarships, planning timelines for each year of high school that will keep you on track, and more.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2027
Making Sense of Financial Aid Offers
(6:30-7:30 pm) An expert will walk students through the terminology of financial aid offers, helping them understand the final out-of-pocket cost of attending each school so they can best compare their options and make a college decision with their financial future in mind.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2027
Making Sense of Educational Loan Options
(6:30-7:30 pm) Loans may be needed to cover the gap between the cost to attend your chosen school and the aid received. In this session, an industry expert will explain how to compare and access various college loans, including Subsidized/ Unsubsidized Federal Direct Student Loans, the Federal PLUS Loan for parents, and private options.
MONDAY, MARCH 8, 2027
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 college athletics, recruitment, the NCAA Eligibility Center, athletic scholarships, and more.
MONDAY, MARCH 22, 2027
I’ve Chosen My College, Now What?
(6:30-7:30 pm) A session for seniors who have made (or will soon be making) their postsecondary education choice. Learn more about college portals for admitted students, placing your enrollment/ housing deposit, and making sense of acceptance checklists, while gaining helpful advice for students and families looking to successfully launch into college, community college, or trade school.