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Webinar

Maximizing Junior Year: College Prep Essentials for Parents

Join us for a practical webinar on how to help your student maximize junior year and build a strong college application foundation.

  Tuesday, October 27

 4:00 PM PT / 7:00 PM ET 

   Zoom

This Is the Year Colleges Care About Most. Make Sure To Get It Right.

The college admissions process can feel overwhelming, especially as expectations rise and important decisions come sooner than many parents expect.

This webinar is designed to help families of juniors understand how to approach this all-important year of high school. Carlos Gooden, former Director of Student Recruitment at UChicago, and Azaari Mason, former Senior Admissions Officer at the University of Florida, will share insights on how students should begin preparing for the application process in a thoughtful and manageable way.

The session will cover key priorities, important milestones, and ways to support your teen as they move through of the most impactful stages of the college journey.

During this event, you will learn:

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What makes a standout college application

Discover what colleges look for and how your teen can start building a more competitive and well-rounded profile.

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What juniors should focus on throughout this school year

A clear timeline of what your teen should focus on (and what can wait).

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How to support your student with confidence

Explore practical ways to help your teen stay organized, make smart choices, and reduce unnecessary stress.

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Meet The Speakers

Carlos Gooden
Carlos Gooden
Former Director of Student Recruitment at the UChicago, and Application Reader at USC and UC San Diego

Carlos has spent more than 20 years in higher education, serving in admissions roles at nine institutions including the University of Chicago, University of Southern California, UC San Diego, and Xavier University. He holds a doctorate in Educational Administration and is currently publishing a peer-reviewed book on the subject. Carlos brings a research-based, student-centered approach to college counseling, grounded in both professional experience and academic study. Whether guiding students through applications or visiting campuses in his travels, he remains deeply committed to helping families make informed, meaningful choices.

Azaari Mason
Azaari Mason
Former Senior Admissions Officer at the University of Florida

Azaari spent years on the other side of the admissions desk as a Senior Admissions Officer at the University of Florida, where he grew his recruitment territory by 25% in his first year. He later moved into high school counseling as Associate Director of College Guidance at the University School of Milwaukee, where he guided 120 Upper School students each year. He holds both a B.A. and an M.S. from the University of Florida. Reading thousands of applications as an admissions officer, alongside sitting across from students navigating the same process, gives Azaari a perspective most counselors don't have. He knows what admissions offices are actually looking for, and the families who work with him don't just feel supported. They feel like they have an insider.

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