Galin Chats for Parents are designed to help families better understand the college admissions process. Our counselors and essay coaches lend their expertise to the group with a mix of presentation and Q&A.

These chats are intended for parents only. Click the register buttons to sign up!

• Make the Most of Your High School Years: Summer Programs on January 28 @ 7PM – It is never too early to start academic engagement with university-based programs. Many of them offer both credit and non-credit year-round and summer programs that students can use for high school credit, university credit, or as a part of their academic achievements when applying to college. Join a discussion with Chris Pevey Harry on how to make the most of your high school years and learn how to best utilize your summer.
• Extracurricular Showcase on February 4 @ 6:30PM – Jin Chow of Polygence and Jane Stine from Loop Abroad are highlighting their organizations and the opportunities they provide for high school and college students. Join us for this showcase of extracurriculars!
• How to Approach the College Search and Find Schools that Match Your Goals on February 11 @7PM – Join college counselor and higher education expert Steve Schuetz on February 11 to learn more information on how to approach the college search and find schools that match your goals!
• 8 Habits for High School Success on February 18 @7PM – Join Scott Lutostanski, our Director of Academic Consulting, to learn the 8 habits that soon-to-be high school students need to navigate a successful transition from middle school to high school.
• How Colleges Award Merit Scholarships on February 24 @7PM – Learn how colleges award merit scholarships with Galin college counselor Pat Walsh on February 24!
• All You Need to Know about Standardized Testing in 2021 on March 10 @7PM – Join Galin’s expert tutor Dan Marlin for all you need to know about standardized testing in 2021!
• How to Become a Master at Studying on March 18 @7PM – Ever wondered the strategies students (and adults) need in order to most effectively learn new information? This presentation will focus on the study methods students need to maximize their learning.
• How to Make your Extracurricular Activities and Summer Plans Stand Out in a College Application on April 8 @7PM – On April 8, Director of College Counseling Liz Jackson will discuss how to approach extracurricular activities and summer plans, to maximize your time outside of school.

• The Sunshine Tour College Panel on March 22 @ 6:30PM – Join Galin Education for a discussion with college representatives from the Southeast! This panel will feature representatives from the following schools: College of Charleston, Clemson University, Rollins College, High Point University.
• The California College Panel on March 25 @ 6:30PM – More info coming soon!