What is Senior Workshop?
The Senior Workshop series builds upon the foundation set in Junior Workshop and helps students prepare for the post high school planning and college application process. This series focuses on weekly goals where students complete time-sensitive and pertinent tasks, such as required application components, including essays, activities, and supplemental materials.
Syllabus
Week 1
Overview: Important Steps
Students are introduced to the important steps involved in post-high school planning.
Week 2
Processes: Transcript & Teacher Recommendation Requests
Students learn about FERPA and its implications for Letters of Recommendation, as well as link their Common Application and Naviance Accounts.
Week 3
Reflect: Recommendations, Reflections & Resume
Students learn about the process for requesting letters of recommendation, as well as begin to ensure that their Common Application is complete and accurate.
Week 4
Finalize: Common Application
Students finalize their Common Application and check to ensure accuracy.
Week 5
Wrap Up
Students use this working period to ensure all processes are as complete as possible.