Focusing on the Future 2025

February 15, 2025 9:00AM-3:00PM

Focusing on the Future (FOF) exposes forward-thinking learners to career opportunities related to the arts, humanities, mathematics, and sciences. The program also informs parents of considerations and guidelines for effective career and academic planning.

Cost

$99.00 per person

**All students must be accompanied by an adult.

To Register:

Step 1: Click the pay/register here link below.

Pay/Register Here

Step 2: Complete the payment process for Focusing on the Future.

Step 3: Once payment has been made, you will be emailed a confirmation. This email will contain a link to our family portal. Please follow the link to create a Center for Gifted Education Family Profile. Be sure to add your children to the profile so you can continue the registration process.

Step 4: Once the profile is created, select make reservation and select the participant. (Every person attending, must register in our Family Portal.)

Step 5: Complete the session preferences and Dietary and Allergy information.

Step 6: Once the registration is completed, we will be in touch with updates and confirmed sessions as we move closer to the event.

**If you have any issues accessing the registration after creating the account, you can log out and log back in using the link in your confirmation email.

Student Workshops

Students have the opportunity to learn about four career areas. Students are exposed to (a) information about work habits and "habits of mind" (e.g., precision and objectivity in math, skepticism and curiosity in science) that lead to successful careers in various fields, (b) an interactive discussion about a variety of career opportunities in a particular field, and (c) steps to take to prepare for specific careers.

Parent and Counselor Workshops

Parents and counselors have the opportunity to attend a variety of workshops, which will assist them in guiding their children and students with academic and career planning.

Session Topics

Session Topics will be determined based on submitted interest forms. The sessions will be finalized in early December and will be shared for all registrants so they can select their sessions. Potential Student Topics are below, but these have not been finalized and may not all be offered.

Academic Topics for Students

Architecture
Biology
Business
Chemistry
Computer Science
Data Science
Education
Engineering
Forensic Science (CSI)
Government
Health Science
Journalism
Law/Criminal Justice
Marine Science
Marketing
Mathematics
Media: Photography/Film/Etc.
Pre Med & Pharmacy
Public Service
Psychology/Counseling
Sports- various areas
Technology
Theater/ Performing Arts

Middle School Students

HS Prep: Governors School, IB & AP
Involvement in Extracurricular activities
Academic Planning
Strategies for Change- How to adapt to new settings and situations.
Time Management
Understanding the SAT & ACT

High School Students

How to be a Competitive College Applicant
Panel Discussion with Current William & Mary Students
Finding the Best College Fit for You
Strategies for Change- How to adapt to new settings and situations.
Time Management
Understanding the SAT & ACT
How to Be a Competitive Applicant in the Selective Institution Pool
Finding the Best College Fit for Your Child

Parent and Counselors Topics

College Guidance for Neurodiversity Students
Developing Your Child’s Talents in STEM and Liberal Arts
Financial Planning for College: High School Parents
Finding the Best College Fit for Your Child
How to Be a Competitive Applicant in the Selective Institution Pool
How to Help your Child in Career Exploration
How to Help your Child with Wellness and Mental Health
Meeting Your Child’s Emotional Needs
Multipotentiality: How to Focus on Your Child’s Strengths
Secondary Options: IB, AP, Dual-Enrollment, and Governor’s School
The College Application Process
Time Management & Organization
Understanding the SAT & ACT

Contact

If you have any questions, please call Ashley Morris at (757) 221-2362. You can also contact us by [[sep,email]].