This interactive professional development session equips educators and counselors with the tools and insights neededto confidently support students throughout the college application process. We’ll start by reviewing key

admissions fundamentals, including what colleges are really looking for and how to help students identify strong-fit schools. From there, we’ll dive into practical, high-impact strategies to help students elevate their

applications—from refining their activities list to submitting thoughtful, strategic supplemental essays. Participants will walk away with concrete tools, examples, and resources they can immediately use to help students submit polished, compelling applications.

LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact Tracy Daws, at daws_tracy@lacoe.edu or the LACOE Title II Coordinator, Hugo Aceves, at Aceves_Hugo@lacoe.edu