Support Services Archives - º£½ÇÉçÇø /resource-category/support-services/ Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:23:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 /wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-Beacon-favicon-32x32.jpg Support Services Archives - º£½ÇÉçÇø /resource-category/support-services/ 32 32 Transfer Thursday! Virtual Open House /events-resources/virtual-open-house/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 02:00:00 +0000 https://go.beaconcollege.edu/?p=863 ON DEMAND

In this on-demand virtual Open House, explore the Top 10 Reasons to Attend º£½ÇÉçÇø!

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]]> In this Virtual Open House (recording in December 2026), explore why transfer students choose º£½ÇÉçÇø!

This session features a dialogue between Oksana Hagerty, dean of the Center for Student Success, and Hanah Diebold, dean of students, on what makes the transfer student experience unique at º£½ÇÉçÇø. From advising and academic experiences to student life and leadership, learn how we combine a supportive community with traditional college opportunity to provide the perfect recipe for college success.

Access the recording for an overview of why to transfer to º£½ÇÉçÇø!

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]]> Is My Student Ready for College? What Skills Matter Most /events-resources/retention-and-persistence/ Sun, 05 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=319 Explore factors that prevent students from succeeding in college and learn strategies that teachers, parents, and students can employ to improve student persistence & retention.

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]]> College readiness is more than academic achievement—it’s about having the skills, mindset, and confidence to meet the demands of college life. In this session, Ashley Milito breaks down the essential areas families should focus on as they prepare their students for the transition. From building self-awareness to developing routines and managing change, we’ll explore how to foster the habits that lead to success—and how programs like º£½ÇÉçÇø’s are built to meet students where they are.

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]]> Why º£½ÇÉçÇø Wednesdays: The 5 Pillars of Student Success /events-resources/why-beacon-wednesdays-the-5-pillars-of-student-success/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 13:02:44 +0000 /?post_type=events-resources&p=10934 What does it really take to thrive in college? At º£½ÇÉçÇø, we’ve identified five core pillars that form the foundation of academic and holistic success.

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]]> What does it really take to thrive in college? At º£½ÇÉçÇø, we’ve identified five core pillars that form the foundation of academic and holistic success. In this recorded session, hear from º£½ÇÉçÇø leadership how these interconnected areas shape the student experience and how we provide individualized support to help students grow in each. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of º£½ÇÉçÇø’s whole-student approach.

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]]> Why º£½ÇÉçÇø Wednesdays: Career Readiness /events-resources/why-beacon-wednesdays-career-readiness/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 13:00:24 +0000 /?post_type=events-resources&p=10932 The post Why º£½ÇÉçÇø Wednesdays: Career Readiness appeared first on º£½ÇÉçÇø.

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]]> Rethinking Readiness: A New Way to Assess College Preparedness /events-resources/college-readiness-benchmarks/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:30:00 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=335 What does it mean to be "college-ready"? This live webinar explores clear benchmarks to evaluate holistic readiness for college, and provides practical steps students can take to adjust to college life.

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]]> What does it mean to be college-ready? College readiness today looks different than it did even a few years ago—and for students who learn differently, the traditional markers of preparedness may not tell the whole story. In this forward-thinking session, Dr. Alex Morris-Wood (Head of School, Franklin Academy and Neurodiversity and Program Advisor, º£½ÇÉçÇø) explores a more holistic approach to assessing college readiness. Families will learn how to evaluate not just academic skills, but also emotional maturity, executive functioning, self-advocacy, and the ability to manage change. You’ll leave with a clearer sense of how to identify growth areas and begin building a personalized path toward a successful college transition.

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]]> High School vs. College: 10 Things Families Need to Know /events-resources/comparing-high-school-to-college/ Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:00:00 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=297 This session provides insights on the major shifts from high school to college while providing a tool families can use to anticipate challenges and simplify the college choice and evaluation process.

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]]> The transition from high school to college is huge – it goes beyond more challenging academics into a completely new environment, social expectations, independence in life skills, self-driven accommodations, and more. It can be difficult for families to evaluate the demands this will put on a student’s existing social and executive functioning skills, and mental health.

In this recorded session, Ashley Milito, associate dean of virtual college readiness and matriculating programs, provides insights on the major shifts from high school to college while providing a tool families can use to anticipate challenges and simplify the college choice and evaluation process.

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]]> Why º£½ÇÉçÇø Wednesdays: First Year & Transfer Student Experience /events-resources/wbw-first-year-experience/ Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:51:39 +0000 /?post_type=events-resources&p=10299 The transition to college—whether you’re coming straight from high school or transferring from somewhere else—is never easy.

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]]> The transition to college—whether you’re coming straight from high school or transferring from somewhere else—is never easy. At º£½ÇÉçÇø, we’ve built intentional systems to help you feel prepared before you arrive and supported once you’re here. In this session, you’ll hear from our team of experts about the academic, social, and residential supports designed to help new students thrive. Learn how º£½ÇÉçÇø helps you connect with resources, build community, and get off to a strong start from day one.

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]]> Why º£½ÇÉçÇø Wednesdays: Academic Support /events-resources/why-beacon-wednesdays-academic-support/ Fri, 18 Apr 2025 11:30:00 +0000 /?post_type=events-resources&p=10292 At º£½ÇÉçÇø, we specialize in supporting students with learning differences—and that starts in the classroom.

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]]> At º£½ÇÉçÇø, we specialize in supporting students with learning differences—and that starts in the classroom. In this session (recorded in May 2025), meet our team of academic support specialists who work one-on-one with students to build skills and confidence in math, reading, writing, and executive functioning. Whether you’re a student who’s struggled with school or just needs a different kind of support, you’ll learn how we can help you succeed.

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]]> The Social Norms in College /events-resources/social-norms/ Tue, 21 Feb 2023 18:00:00 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=305 This session provides key social and relationship skills needed to adjust to the environment of college – as well as tasks and simple tools that can help students get started and find their fit.

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]]> Is your future collegian ready for the social and relationship demands of college? What are the social skills needed to present their best self and move comfortably through varied social groups and expectations?

In this recorded webinar, Alexander Morris-Wood provides key social skills needed to adjust to this new social environment as well as tasks and tools to help students get started.

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]]> Preparing for Community Living: The Challenges and Rewards of Dorm-Living /events-resources/community-living/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 18:00:00 +0000 https://beacadmissions.wpengine.com/?p=1 This recorded Learning Series webinar provides strategies to best prepare your future collegiate to relish and thrive in dormitory living, with tips to manage conflicts in roommate and suitemate groups.

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]]> Community living in college is one of every college student’s most unforgettable experiences. Students leave the shelter of home, create meaningful, lasting friendships, and explore their interests through campus life. For students who learn differently, navigating this unfamiliar social territory can be a huge challenge.

In this recorded webinar, Katelyn Reinke, director of college readiness programs, and Tanisha McIntosh, director of housing and residence life, provide strategies to best prepare future college students to relish and thrive in dormitory living, with tips to manage conflicts in roommate and suitemate groups.

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