EVENTS
Events That Make College Planning Clear and Doable
Every family deserves a clear roadmap to college along with insights and strategies needed to navigate today’s competitive admissions landscape. that make it easier. Our in-person and virtual sessions meet families where they are, offering expert guidance on everything from building a strong application to maximizing scholarships. No matter your student’s grade level, you’ll find timely, practical support that helps you make informed decisions with confidence.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Essay Bootcamp: Crafting Your Story With Confidence, Purpose and Impact
A student’s essay is one of the few parts of the college application where they get to speak directly to the admissions office. In today’s competitive admissions environment, a strong essay can help a student stand out beyond grades, test scores, and activities.
According to the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), nearly 56% of colleges consider the essay or writing sample to have moderate or considerable importance in admissions decisions. With many colleges now test-optional, the personal essay often carries even more weight in helping admissions officers understand who the student really is.
In this hands-on bootcamp, students will learn how to write authentic, memorable essays that reflect their voice, experiences, and potential. Students will receive professional guidance, feedback, and support throughout the writing process so they can avoid common mistakes and create essays that feel personal, polished, and compelling.
DATE: June 15 - 19, 2026 - or - July 13 - 17, 2026
TIME: 10 am - 12 pm ET
LOCATION: Online
During the bootcamp, students will learn:
How to choose essay topics that help them stand out
What admissions officers are really looking for in a college essay
How to tell meaningful stories that show growth, character, and impact
Common essay mistakes that weaken applications
How to draft, revise, and strengthen essays with professional feedback and guidance
FREE WEBINARS
The College Money Talk: Understanding Scholarships and What Colleges Really Offer
June 15, 2026 | 6:30 PM ET | Online
Paying for college can feel overwhelming for many families. Between rising tuition costs, confusing financial aid information, and endless scholarship websites, it’s hard to know where to start or what actually works.
In this eye-opening webinar, families will discover how scholarships really work, where the best opportunities are often found, and the strategic mistakes that cause students to miss out on thousands of dollars in potential funding.
In this session, you’ll learn:
Why local and less competitive scholarships often offer better odds than large national awards
The biggest scholarship myths families believe and what actually works today
How students can build a stronger scholarship profile before senior year
Practical strategies to find, organize, and pursue scholarship opportunities more effectively
Whether your student is just starting high school or preparing for college applications, this session will help your family better understand how to reduce college costs with a smarter scholarship strategy.
Reserve your spot today and start building a plan to maximize scholarship opportunities for your student.
If you are not able to attend this first session, the webinar will be held again June 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET and July 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET.
Rising Senior Roadmap – Your Clear Path to College Admissions Success
June 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM | Online
The college application process has become more competitive, more strategic, and more overwhelming than ever especially for rising seniors. In this free webinar, families will learn what colleges are really looking for, how to avoid common application mistakes, and what students should be doing now to stay ahead before deadlines begin piling up.
Join CAPS Founder Cynthia Hawkins for an eye-opening session designed to help families navigate senior year with greater clarity, confidence, and a plan.
What colleges actually evaluate beyond GPA and test scores
How to build a strong application strategy before deadlines arrive
The biggest mistakes families make during senior year — and how to avoid them
Key insights on essays, activities, recommendations, scholarships, and financial aid timing
Whether your student is aiming for Georgia Tech, UGA, selective private colleges, or merit scholarships, this session will help you understand what matters most and how to manage the process strategically.
Reserve your spot today and give your family a clearer roadmap for senior year success.
If you are not able to attend this first session, the webinar will be held again June 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET and July 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
CAPS College Planning
SUMMER BOOTCAMPS
CAPS Summer College Planning Bootcamps give students a powerful three-day head start on the most important parts of the admissions process—essays, scholarships, and applications before senior year stress begins. In just five focused days, students make real progress on the work that determines where they get accepted. Programs will run June, July and August.
Register and enroll in one or all sessions:
Story to Standout: Essay Bootcamp
Craft the personal statement that makes admissions officers remember you.Scholarship Academy
Build a smart scholarship strategy and identify opportunities to help reduce college costs.
We're Here To Guide You Forward
Each event gives families practical guidance and next steps you can use right away. We’re here to make the process clearer, easier, and more manageable—one session at a time.
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