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[Zoom] Creating a Compelling College Application This Summer

For High School Juniors

2026-05-20 19:30:00 2026-05-20 20:30:00 America/New_York [Zoom] Creating a Compelling College Application This Summer By Stand Out for College (www.standoutforcollege.com) Virtual - On Zoom

Wednesday, May 20
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-20 19:30:00 2026-05-20 20:30:00 America/New_York [Zoom] Creating a Compelling College Application This Summer By Stand Out for College (www.standoutforcollege.com) Virtual - On Zoom

Virtual

On Zoom

By Stand Out for College (www.standoutforcollege.com)

This Zoom presentation is meant to help high school juniors and their parents understand how to use the upcoming summer productively to create a compelling college application.

The workshop will cover the college application process, including current admissions trends, writing the personal statement and supplemental essays, securing strong teacher recommendations, and understanding how students can position themselves to increase their chances of admission.

Presenters will also explore why a student’s ability to express insights, experiences, and personal growth through their essays is more important than ever.

The presentation will include application strategies, such as the advantages and disadvantages of early decision, early action, and regular decision. We will review the factors students should consider when deciding whether to submit standardized test scores for test optional colleges and universities. We will also explain the different pathways through which students can be admitted to a particular school.

The presentation will examine the holistic admissions review process, what admissions officers consider important when evaluating applicants, and how students can develop a compelling narrative that strengthens their applications.

Presenters will also discuss the importance of community service and how it offers opportunities for personal growth and character development. Admissions officers place significant emphasis on a student’s character and the ways they have contributed to their communities.

This program provides a detailed and strategic overview of what students should focus on to make their college applications as compelling as possible.

The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC (www.standoutforcollege.com).

AGE GROUP: | Teen |

EVENT TYPE: | College Prep |

Maplewood Memorial Library

Phone: 973-762-1688

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Mon, Jun 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 24 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 25 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 26 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 27 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 28 Closed

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Thu, Jun 25, 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room
For ages birth to 18 months, with an adult. A lively storytime for babies with songs, stories, and rhymes.

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Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Business Center
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Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room
Part of Maplewood's Summer of Soccer Celebrations

Thu, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for our family-friendly event to celebrate Maplewood's Summer of Soccer and the World Cup!

Mon, Jun 29, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room
Pajama Storytime For ages 3 - 6 with a participating adult Fun, themed crafts and stories for early elementary school age children.

Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room
For ages birth to 18 months, with an adult. A lively storytime for babies with songs, stories, and rhymes.

Tue, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Study Room 4
Part of the Teen Summer Reading Program

Wed, Jul 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Back patio
Celebrate with us at a lunchtime concert on our back patio!

Thu, Jul 02, 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room
Bilingual Storytime – For ages 4 and up Language-learning fun for kids and families! A bilingual storytime in Spanish and English, presented by Fabiana Glasby, local resident.

Fri, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room
For ages 2 years & up – with a participating adult Join us for an hour of imagination and building with LEGOs and blocks. LEGO creations will be displayed in the library.

Mon, Jul 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Create Space
Part of the Teen Summer Reading Program

Mon, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Enjoy classic board games and puzzles with your family

Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room
For ages birth to 18 months, with an adult. A lively storytime for babies with songs, stories, and rhymes.

Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Community Room
Unearth a Story!

Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room
For ages birth to 18 months, with an adult. A lively storytime for babies with songs, stories, and rhymes.

Thu, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. A fun craft workshop for kids ages 8-10. Registration opens on Monday June 15th

Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Create Space
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Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Collaborative Room 10
Bring your projects!

Mon, Jul 13, All day
Teen Librarian Office, 2nd Floor
Part of the Teen Summer Reading Program

Mon, Jul 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room
By TG Yoga An open level yoga flow for ages 3 to 6 years old. The yoga session followed by a relaxing story or poem by the librarian. MUST bring your own YOGA MAT OR TOWEL

Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Create Space
Adult Summer Reading Program

Tue, Jul 14, All day
Teen Librarian Office, 2nd Floor
Part of the Teen Summer Reading Program

Tue, Jul 14, 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room
For ages birth to 18 months, with an adult. A lively storytime for babies with songs, stories, and rhymes.

Wed, Jul 15, All day
Teen Librarian Office, 2nd Floor
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Wed, Jul 15, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Local History Room
Monthly Library Board Meeting

Thu, Jul 16, All day
Teen Librarian Office, 2nd Floor
Part of the Teen Summer Reading Program

Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room
For ages birth to 18 months, with an adult. A lively storytime for babies with songs, stories, and rhymes.

Fri, Jul 17, All day
Teen Librarian Office, 2nd Floor
Part of the Teen Summer Reading Program

Fri, Jul 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room
For ages 2 years & up – with a participating adult Join us for an hour of imagination and building with LEGOs and blocks. LEGO creations will be displayed in the library.

Mon, Jul 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room
Enjoy classic board games and puzzles with your family

Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room
For ages birth to 18 months, with an adult. A lively storytime for babies with songs, stories, and rhymes.

Tue, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Study Room 4
Part of the Teen Summer Reading Program

Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Create Space
Create a beautiful arrangement!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room
Tumbling mats and active play for kids ages 0-5 with a participating adult. Kids will have a blast climbing, and exploring on colorful mats. This fun class is presented by Lil Tumblez Party.