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TCU -- College Visit (virtual)
Carrier BThursday Night Live: Straight-Talk with College Admission Leaders -- Virtual
Together with Grown & Flown, The Derryfield School College Counseling Office is hosting an on-going series of discussions with college admission leaders.- Get your questions answered about everything from course selection and testing to essays and extracurricular involvement
- Learn how to best approach the college search and application experience
- Hear about the latest issues in college admission and how changing policies and practices will impact applications in 2020
- Melissa Korn, co-author of "UNACCEPTABLE: Privilege, Deceit & the Making of the College Admissions Scandal"
- Jeff Selingo, author of "Who Gets In & Why: A Year Inside College Admissions"
- Jacques Steinberg, co-author of "The College Conversation: A Practical Companion for Parents to Guide Their Children Along the Path to Higher Education"
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**
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Harvard, Princeton, UVA, Wellesley, and Yale Information Session for Texas & Oklahoma -- Virtual
Admissions representatives from Harvard, Princeton, UVA, Wellesley, and Yale will discuss academic programs, campus life, selective college admissions and financial aid.
You must register to attend: https://apps.admissions.yale.edu/register/?id=49e91fa8-4b8c-4aa6-8230-8bf7d7dd9685
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Colby College -- College Visit (virtual)
Carrier DThe Sister Colleges Information Session -- virtual
The Sister Colleges (Barnard, Bryn Mawr, Mount Holyoke, Smith, and Wellesley) are offering a virtual panel and Q&A that will focus on the Sisters' shared strengths: legacy of empowerment, abiding commitment to access and equity, rigorous, interdisciplinary academic experience, and rich campus opportunities that prepare students to launch.
Register via wellesley.edu/admission/sisters .
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Metro5: Liberal Arts in the City Program (virtual)
Hosted by college representatives from Rhodes College, Macalester College, Lewis & Clark College, University of Richmond, and Trinity College.
Register via this link: https://admission.rhodes.edu/register/metro5student2
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1st Academic Checkpoint
Academic Progress Reports (APRs) will be sent for all students new to SJS Upper School and for those students whose parents need an update. -
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The Sister Colleges Information Session -- virtual
The Sister Colleges (Barnard, Bryn Mawr, Mount Holyoke, Smith, and Wellesley) are offering a virtual panel and Q&A that will focus on the Sisters' shared strengths: legacy of empowerment, abiding commitment to access and equity, rigorous, interdisciplinary academic experience, and rich campus opportunities that prepare students to launch.
Register via wellesley.edu/admission/sisters .
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**
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NACAC National College Fair -- virtual
NACAC Virtual National College Fairs provide an opportunity to explore the college admissions process and interact with admission representatives from a wide range of colleges and universities. Save the dates! Fairs will be held on Sept. 13, Oct.12, Oct. 18, and Nov. 8. Each virtual fair is a free, one-day event. For more information visit: NACAC Virtual National College Fairs.
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**Harvard, Princeton, UVA, Wellesley, and Yale Information Session for Texas & Oklahoma -- Virtual
Admissions representatives from Harvard, Princeton, UVA, Wellesley, and Yale will discuss academic programs, campus life, selective college admissions and financial aid.
You must register to attend: https://apps.admissions.yale.edu/register/?id=faa273f9-4b66-4efa-9800-41ed13561848
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Coast to Coast College Tour -- virtual
Admissions officers from Dartmouth College, Northwestern University, Princeton University, University of California, Berkeley, and Vanderbilt University invite students to learn about their institutions, hear advice about the college search and application process, and get questions answered.
Meant as a brief introduction to the signature aspects of each institution, the bulk of each institution's time will be spent sharing application advice, financial aid insights, and answering questions submitted by students in advance.
You must register in order to attend: https://apply.dartmouth.edu/register/C2CSC09142020
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Harvard, Princeton, UVA, Wellesley, and Yale Information Session for Texas & Oklahoma -- Virtual
Admissions representatives from Harvard, Princeton, UVA, Wellesley, and Yale will discuss academic programs, campus life, selective college admissions and financial aid.
You must register to attend: https://apps.admissions.yale.edu/register/?id=9e6d7391-9194-4312-a3fc-96f2dde7df9b
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Sweet Tea, BBQ and Southern Hospitality: A Candid Conversation with Five Colleges in the South (virtual)
Admission representatives from Furman University, Rhodes College, Rollins College, Sewanee: The University of the South, and Trinity University are teaming up for a candid conversation about southern liberal arts colleges.
Student-centered teaching, an engaged faculty, and beautiful campuses are just three of the characteristics that these five liberal arts colleges share.
Join for an opportunity to learn more about these institutions as they provide insight into the admission process and college experience.
Space is limited so register by Monday, September 14, 7:00 am CST to reserve your spot: https://admission.rhodes.edu/register/?id=7fd7f39c-e4b8-40dc-82df-786bab4663f5
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**The Claremont Colleges Information Session -- virtual
The Claremont Colleges -- Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer, Pomona, and Scripps Colleges -- are united by a unique spirit of collaboration and connectivity that influences every part of academics, athletics, and student life. The “5Cs” are literally located across the street from one another, so students can attend a small, tightly-focused college even as they enjoy the benefits of a bigger, multi-faceted campus.
Throughout the fall, The Claremont Colleges are hosting virtual programs for prospective students and families to learn more about their shared and singular approaches to liberal arts education. During the programs you'll discover what makes the consortium special, hear more about their distinctive missions, and learn about the selective college admission process. After the presentations, you'll have a chance to ask questions to the presenters.
Register via this link: https://connect.cmc.edu/register/?id=648de45d-e7d7-4dd3-8ecc-870de0121453
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**Sweet Tea, BBQ and Southern Hospitality: A Candid Conversation with Five Colleges in the South (virtual)
Admission representatives from Furman University, Rhodes College, Rollins College, Sewanee: The University of the South, and Trinity University are teaming up for a candid conversation about southern liberal arts colleges.
Student-centered teaching, an engaged faculty, and beautiful campuses are just three of the characteristics that these five liberal arts colleges share.
Join for an opportunity to learn more about these institutions as they provide insight into the admission process and college experience.
Space is limited so register by Monday, September 14, 7:00 am CST to reserve your spot: https://admission.rhodes.edu/register/?id=bd2ec36e-8903-44be-9bf0-0d4f6e864672
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.** -
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**Last day for students to change levels in a course and NOT have grades carry forward.
For example, Precalculus (Adv) to Precalculus, Chemistry I (H) to Chemistry I. If a level change is made after this date, grades will carry forward. This is also the last day for students to change levels from Physics I (H) to Physics I or AP US History to US History. **There will be a very limited number of schedule changes due to social distancing guidelines. -
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Best of British Tour, North America Admissions Events -- virtual
The University of Edinburgh, the University of Oxford and King's College London are pleased to announce a series of webinars for prospective undergraduate applicants from 19 to 22 September 2020.This tour aims to provide information, advice and guidance to juniors, seniors, their families and school counselors about undergraduate study in the UK in general, and at the Universities of Edinburgh, Oxford and King's in particular.We will be running four open sessions on the following dates & times:- Saturday, 19 September- 4-5:30pm UK time
- Sunday, 20 September- 7-8:30pm UK time
- Monday, 21 September- 8-9:30pm UK time
- Tuesday, 22 September - 8-9:30pm UK time
To find out more and to register, please visit: 2020 Best of British Virtual Tour
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**
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Best of British Tour, North America Admissions Events -- virtual
The University of Edinburgh, the University of Oxford and King's College London are pleased to announce a series of webinars for prospective undergraduate applicants from 19 to 22 September 2020.This tour aims to provide information, advice and guidance to juniors, seniors, their families and school counselors about undergraduate study in the UK in general, and at the Universities of Edinburgh, Oxford and King's in particular.We will be running four open sessions on the following dates & times:- Saturday, 19 September- 4-5:30pm UK time
- Sunday, 20 September- 7-8:30pm UK time
- Monday, 21 September- 8-9:30pm UK time
- Tuesday, 22 September - 8-9:30pm UK time
To find out more and to register, please visit: 2020 Best of British Virtual Tour
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Best of British Tour, North America Admissions Events -- virtual
The University of Edinburgh, the University of Oxford and King's College London are pleased to announce a series of webinars for prospective undergraduate applicants from 19 to 22 September 2020.This tour aims to provide information, advice and guidance to juniors, seniors, their families and school counselors about undergraduate study in the UK in general, and at the Universities of Edinburgh, Oxford and King's in particular.We will be running four open sessions on the following dates & times:- Saturday, 19 September- 4-5:30pm UK time
- Sunday, 20 September- 7-8:30pm UK time
- Monday, 21 September- 8-9:30pm UK time
- Tuesday, 22 September - 8-9:30pm UK time
To find out more and to register, please visit: 2020 Best of British Virtual Tour
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**Metro5: Liberal Arts in the City Program (virtual)
Hosted by college representatives from Rhodes College, Macalester College, Lewis & Clark College, University of Richmond, and Trinity College.
Register via this link: https://admission.rhodes.edu/register/metro5student3
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Georgia Tech -- College Visit (virtual)
Carrier GBest of British Tour, North America Admissions Events -- virtual
The University of Edinburgh, the University of Oxford and King's College London are pleased to announce a series of webinars for prospective undergraduate applicants from 19 to 22 September 2020.This tour aims to provide information, advice and guidance to juniors, seniors, their families and school counselors about undergraduate study in the UK in general, and at the Universities of Edinburgh, Oxford and King's in particular.We will be running four open sessions on the following dates & times:- Saturday, 19 September- 4-5:30pm UK time
- Sunday, 20 September- 7-8:30pm UK time
- Monday, 21 September- 8-9:30pm UK time
- Tuesday, 22 September - 8-9:30pm UK time
To find out more and to register, please visit: 2020 Best of British Virtual Tour
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Smith College -- College Visit (virtual)
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Senior Portraits
QuadDue to social distancing protocols, seniors must register to have a portrait taken on this date. See the email from Dean Duncan for the link to register.
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CIS International University Fair -- virtual
The Council of International Schools is hosting a free virtual university fair.- Meet college and university representatives from all over the world.
- One week prior to the fair date, all university booths will be open and remain accessible for pre-fair information browsing.
- During the fair, representatives from all universities will be online and available to speak directly via the chat function.
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**The Claremont Colleges Student Panel -- virtual
Are you curious about what life is like for students at The Claremont Colleges? Their community members are eager to share!
This session will be hosted by student representatives from Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer, Pomona, and Scripps colleges.The Claremont Colleges -- Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer, Pomona, and Scripps Colleges -- are united by a unique spirit of collaboration and connectivity that influences every part of academics, athletics, and student life. The “5Cs” are literally located across the street from one another, so students can attend a small, tightly-focused college even as they enjoy the benefits of a bigger, multi-faceted campus!
You'll discover what makes the consortium special, hear more about their distinctive missions, and learn about the selective college admission process. After the presentation, they will answer questions from the audience.
Register via this link: https://connect.cmc.edu/register/?id=d7103bf6-6765-4f60-986b-e94730286275
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**CIS International University Fair -- virtual
The Council of International Schools is hosting a free virtual university fair.- Meet college and university representatives from all over the world.
- One week prior to the fair date, all university booths will be open and remain accessible for pre-fair information browsing.
- During the fair, representatives from all universities will be online and available to speak directly via the chat function.
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.** -
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UC Berkeley Presentation -- virtual
UC Berkeley will be hosting a webinar for Texas students and families to learn more about the University of California, Berkeley. Register via this link: https://apply.berkeley.edu/register/?id=b447938f-b419-450f-b7a5-c5d14e2bd195
**This program is not sponsored by St. John's School.**Understanding Your Options: Financial Aid Resources and Merit Scholarships Webinar
Hosted by St. John's School College CounselingVirtual Wellness Event with Psychotherapist Lynn Lyons
Zoom Link: Click here to register for this event.
This parent-focused presentation provides a framework of positive, action-based strategies to help children/teens effectively mitigate and cope with symptoms of anxiety and depression, strategies made all the more relevant by our current pandemic-dominated environment. Using creativity, connection and energy, parents will learn how to increase flexibility, support the tolerance of uncertainty, and emotionally equip children as they begin this school year.
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