SVHS College Application Workshops - Class of 2027

Attention Seniors...get support with your college application journey!

Save the dates:  9/22, 9/24, 9/25, 9/28, 9/29, 10/1, 10/2

All sessions will be held during lunch in LMC (Library Media Center)

Join us for hands-on workshops designed to help you navigate the college application process with confidence. Whether you're just getting started or need a final push, we've got you covered!

We will be able to help with...

• School selections

• FERPA

• Deadlines

• Essay Help

• Common App

• Brag Sheet

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2026-27 SVHS College & Career Rep Visits to SVHS

Juniors & Seniors are invited to participate in college rep visits to SVHS to learn more about colleges and universities.  Representatives come to SVHS to talk about their schools and answer questions. Students must have permission from their teacher in order to attend.   

It is the responsibility of each student to make-up any work they may miss. Unless noted, these visits will take place in the College & Career Center, Room #2408.

Mr. Nalda also schedules local organizations, employers, and military branches who are looking to hire or offer opportunities to Seneca Valley students.  Many times, these visits will take place in the SVHS Cafeteria during lunch and students from all grades are welcome to stop by anytime to learn more. 

• Click here to see a list of College & Career Visits to SVHS

• Click here to learn more 

Quince Orchard High School College Fair

Wednesday, September 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm  

Quince Orchard High School

15800 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Students in grades 9–12 and their families are invited to the Quince Orchard High School College Fair on Wednesday, September 30, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. Meet representatives from 75 colleges, discover schools you may not have considered, and ask questions about admissions, majors, and paying for college. Whether you’re just starting to explore or getting ready to apply, there’s something for you.

View the list of colleges attending here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1LdhCw09GJ51Q8ckDji1uCwrwICHyW3yQ2LfCfNcpRLc/edit?usp=sharing

No registration is needed—just come by!

SVHS students and families are welcome to attend!

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Wootton High School College & Career Fair

Thursday, October 1, 5:00 - 7:00pm

Wootton High School Cafeteria 

Thomas S. Wootton High School, 2100 Wootton Parkway, Rockville, MD 20850

Explore, Plan, Discover Your Future

• Over 75 colleges, employers, military branches, and academic companies represented

• Open to all MCPS students and families

• No cost to attend

Scan the QR code on the flyer for a list of Colleges/Organizations.

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MC FAFSA Day - Fund Your Future!

October 3, 10am - 2pm  

East County Education Center

Join us in person or virtually for expert help completing your FAFSA

• Complete your FAFSA with expert support

• MHEC ONE-APP assistance

• Explore scholarship opportunities

• Maximize your financial aid

• Meet with local organizations and campus resources to support your journey.

• Enter a raffle for a chance to win school supplies and MC swag!

Registration is required to attend this event in person or virtually.

Click here to register  |  Click here for the flyer

Fall 2026 STEM Immersion Zoom Programs

Saturday afternoon Zoom STEM immersion programs (9 sessions) run from October 10th to December 5th.

 In our Health Science Immersion Program (HSIP), high school students hear from health professionals and researchers while exploring healthcare careers, medical research, and pathways into the health sciences. In our Engineering Immersion Program (EIP), students hear from engineering professionals and take part in interactive workshops and group projects. In the program we explore engineering disciplines, educational pathways, and careers.

The application deadline for all programs is October 3rd. All class years can apply, and all programs are free for students who meet the family income qualification for the Free and Reduced lunch program. 

Students can learn more about the programs' curriculum and apply at impactinternships.org. 

Get Set to Complete the FAFSA

The 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid can help you pay for college.

Students and their families are invited to join us on Zoom to:

• Learn more about completing the FAFSA

• Create a Federal Student Aid account

• Gather documents needed for the FAFSA

• Hear answers to frequently asked questions

Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM on Zoom

Register Here

Click here to see the flyer 

Questions? 

Contact Jill Semmens at jsemmens@collegiatedirections.org.

Financial Aid Nights at NWHS

NWHS will be hosting TWO virtual Financial Aid Overview Sessions to help students and families learn how to make college more affordable!  Students and families from all MCPS high schools are welcome to participate.

During each session, we will cover:

• How financial aid works

• Important financial aid timelines

• Types of financial aid, including federal, state, institutional, and scholarships

• The financial aid applications you'll need to complete

Please register using the links below to receive the virtual meeting information.

Spanish Session (Español): Tuesday, October 13 @ 6:00 PM (Virtual) - Click here to register

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Paying for College and Trade School Fall 2026

Make education-related financial decisions that  support your future goals and vision. 

College and trade school planning from a financial perspective  |  Student focused  |  For parents and students to attend together  |  Interactive

In this session, learn more about:

How to make financially wise education decisions  |  Educational choices and their costs  |  Sources of Funds  |  Student Loan Basics  |  Lifestyle spending and saving

For high school students together with their parents or guardians, or current college students who might also find the information helpful.

Select any session  - content is the same.  The 2-hour workshops will have a mid-session break, and Q&A opportunities.

• Saturday, 10/24/26, 10AM-12 noon

• Tuesday, 10/27/26, 6:30-8:30 PM

• Wednesday, 10/28/26, 6:30-8:30 PM

• Thursday, 11/5/26, 6:30-8:30 PM

Questions? dnuckols@umd.edu

Click here for more information and to register  |  Click here for the flyer

FAFSA Workshop:  FAFSA Facts and Myths

Thursday, October 29 

6:30-7:30 PM

FAFSA - What is fact, what is false, and what can you expect?

Who? 

• High school students together with their parents or guardians.

• Current college students might also find the information helpful.

Presented By: University of Maryland Extension

Workshop leader: Dorothy Nuckols, MPH, AFC®

Questions? dnuckols@umd.edu

Click here for more information and to register  |  Click here for the flyer

Mount Calvary Baptist Church 16th Annual HBCU College Fair

Saturday, October 31, 2026

10:00am - 2:00 PM  |  Mt. Calvary Baptist Church - Leon Grant Family Life Center

Join us for this opportunity

Your Purpose. Your Path. Your Legacy.

Workshops & Seminars

• College prep, financial aid, career planning & more!

Onsite Acceptances

• Get accepted on the spot by participating HBCUs!

Scholarship Awards

• You may leave with scholarship money!

Click here to register  |  Click here for the flyer