In an effort to inform students and their parents about higher learning opportunities and the many ways to save for a college education, the Copiague School District held its second annual College Day and K-12 College Planning Event – “Who Can $ave for College? I Can!” Parents and students were invited to attend workshops to learn how to save money for college from local loan officers. They received information from more than 45 college and university representatives in attendance at the college fair and learned about volunteer opportunities for community service.
Superintendent of Schools Charles A. Leunig welcomed parents and students to the event by discussing the reasons behind College Day. “Last year we recognized that not enough people were speaking to our children about college,” said Mr. Leunig. “What we decided to do was begin that conversation, and it has begun to take root. Our hope is that you’ll continue that conversation at home. If you believe in the possibility of college, your child will get excited.” Two college freshmen and Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School alumni, Statia Thomas and Michael Vandermark, spoke briefly to parents about the importance of college and how Copiague shaped their lives.
During College Day, students and staff members participated in a myriad of college-related activities. At the high school, recent alumni returned to speak to classes about their college experiences and gave advice on the application process. A select few high school seniors also visited the middle school to give their advice on what to expect in high school and to discuss their recent experiences with visiting and applying to colleges. At the elementary level, students were provided with tee-shirts that boasted the District’s College Day logo and motto, “Who’s Going to College? I Am!” Staff members also took the opportunity to wear the colors of their college alma maters and discuss their experiences with higher education.
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