This is an interactive program that teaches students of all levels how to learn more easily and effectively by understanding their learning styles. Students will learn how to work with their learning style and disposition to make classwork and homework easier; use brain-based techniques to learn new information so that it is incorporated into their long-term memory most effectively; use strategies that make it easier to focus and learn even in classes where the subject matter isn’t particularly interesting to them; apply the most effective and up-to-date (as well as fun and creative) study techniques, including: idea-mapping, acrostic and acronym mnemonics, visual mnemonics, and point of loci memorization; use the newest research-based techniques for improving test performance. We'll also provide a list of innovative and interesting sources, including books, websites, and software, that help students of all abilities study across the curriculum.

1:00 to 4:00pm on Saturdays (please contact us for dates scheduled)

To understand and build an action plan for the college admissions process. Families will leave the workshop with tools, resources, and direction on how to develop a college list, understand academic and application requirements, write a thoughtful and reflective personal statement, understand of the details of the financial aid process, and deal with the college entrance tests (SAT I, SAT Subject Tests, and ACT).

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm every first and third Thursday of each month (except holidays).

We literally mean “apply now! This is for entering seniors who would like to complete their UC and Common Application in one weekend. By the end of our 2-day workshop students will have completed their applications to the University of California and Common Application. We will spend time having students write and/or fine tune their personal statements, activities sections, and supplement information (e.g. short answers).

9:00 to 3:00pm for 2 days
Scheduled for: 9/20 - 9/21; 10/18 - 10/19;
11/8 -11/9