From April 22 to April
25, a robust roster of webinars will offer accessible advice
for eighth-grade through twelfth-grade students and families
planning for the next educational chapter
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.,
April 19,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fusion Academy, the world's
most personalized school with one-to-one classes to match students'
pace and preference, is pleased to announce its 2024 Spring Virtual
College Week, taking place from April 22 to
April 25. This unique online program is designed to assist
high school students and their families in navigating the college
admissions process and transitioning to university life.
During the Spring Virtual College Week, participants will hear
from expert speakers specializing in college admissions,
preparedness, and inclusion. Attendees will gain valuable insights
and tips on making informed post-secondary decisions and maximizing
their chances of getting into their dream colleges.
"We are thrilled to offer this valuable programming to all high
school students and families free of charge, including those not
enrolled at Fusion," said Lynna
Martinez-Khalilian, Senior Vice President of Education at
Fusion Academy. "At Fusion Academy, our mission is to empower
students to reach their full potential. For high schoolers at this
critical juncture of their lives, we firmly believe that
post-secondary counseling can act as an essential resource for
achieving academic and career success. Our expert speakers are
ready to share their knowledge and guidance to help students
navigate this important milestone."
The catalog of free webinars is open to all eighth-grade to
twelfth-grade students and their families. The entire week of
events is listed here, and the start times for US and Canada are Eastern.
- Monday, April 22 at
7:30 p.m. - Ready, Set, College! A Blueprint for Student
Success This webinar aims to offer students the tools and
strategies they need to navigate their new independence
successfully and lay a strong foundation for their future careers
and personal development.
- Tuesday, April 23 at
7:30 p.m. - How College Decisions are Made for Students:
Presented by RACC Presented by the Regional Admissions
Counselors of California (RACC),
this session will provide a comprehensive overview of how college
applications are reviewed and admissions decisions are made. It
will feature representatives and seasoned application reviewers
from Syracuse University (NY),
University of Oregon (OR), and
St. John's College (MD).
- Wednesday, April 24 at
7:30 p.m. - College Access, Support, and Success for
Neurodiverse Learners Attendees will learn about five
innovative programs that cater to the needs of neurodiverse
students, including The University of
Arizona-SALT Center, The University of
Oklahoma-Spark 360, Beacon
College, Cal State University East
Bay-College Link Program (CLP), and the University of Iowa-Academy for Twice
Exceptionality.
- Thursday, April 25 at
7:30 p.m. - Discovering Your Best Fit: A Guide to College and
Career Search with SCOIR The session will showcase how SCOIR,
an intuitive and engaging platform, can help students discover
their talents, understand college fit, plan with their supporters
(including parents), and apply with confidence, all in one
place.
Fusion Academy is known for its innovative approach to
education, offering personalized 1-to-1 teaching and customized
curriculum to help students thrive academically and personally. By
organizing the Spring Virtual College Week, Fusion Academy
continues its commitment to supporting students on their path to
success.
In addition to post-secondary counseling, Fusion Academy offers
tutoring and summer courses in math, remediation, courses for
credit, and artificial intelligence. Personalized, 1-to-1
instruction for Fusion students has demonstrated dividends: Fusion
student achievement scores grew 33% more in a school year than
their peers nationally—and notably 65% more in math achievement
scores. During the 2022-2023 school year, 96% of Fusion students
have gone on to pursue post-secondary education. Learn
more here.
About Fusion Academy
Fusion Academy is the world's
most personalized private middle and high school, with 1-to-1
classes that match a student's pace and preferences, so they can
learn better, dive deeper and never get left behind. To learn more
about Fusion Academy, please visit
https://www.fusionacademy.com/.
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