Upcoming College Fairs

Mon, 12 Feb 2018 14:59:00 GMT

The New England Association for College Admission Counselors is hosting two college fairs. The first is being held at Keene State College on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. The second is being held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center on Thursday, April 12, 2018 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm as well as Friday, April 13, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Pinkerton Academy is also hosting a college fair on Thursday, April 12, 2018 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Upcoming College Fair

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 19:45:00 GMT

Nashua High School South is holding a College Fair on Monday, October 23, 2017 from 6:30-8:00 pm. This is a great opportunity to learn about a large variety of college and universities in a short amount of time. You can also talk with College Admissions Counselors!

UNH College Fair, College Access Convention & Save the Dates

Mon, 02 Oct 2017 15:25:00 GMT

Looking for something to do this evening? Interested in attending a college fair on the University of New Hampshire's campus? Then look no further! The New England Association for College Admissions Counseling is hosting a college fair tonight, October 2, 2017 from 6-8:00 pm. This event will take place at the Lundholm Gymnasium, Field House on the University of New Hampshire campus in Durham. For additional college fairs, a list of attending colleges or for more information, please visit the NEACAC website. The Student Services Department is planning to take all current Juniors to the College Access Convention on Friday, October 27, 2017. Field trip permission forms and more information will be sent home soon! Save the Dates: The Founders Academy will be hosting an Early College Planning presentation on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 6:00 pm. All families are welcome to attend but the presentation is geared towards families of Freshmen & Sophomores. We will also be hosting a College Overview for Juniors presentation on Thursday, February 8, 2018. This evening will be specifically designed for Juniors and their parents/guardians. These events will be presented by the NH Higher Education Assistance Foundation's Center for College Planning.

Trade-Technical School Fair

Thu, 01 Feb 2018 19:05:00 GMT

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting our first Technical-Trade School Fair on Wednesday, March 28, 2018 from 8:15 am to 10:15 am for our High School students. We’ve invited a variety of trade and technical school programs from New Hampshire as well as all branches of the United States military. We are so pleased to be able to provide this opportunity for our students. We also have plans to put together a Career Fair for our Middle School students in the near future. We hope to invite family members, friends and partners of the Founders Academy to share information about their occupation with our students. Stay tuned for the date on that upcoming fair!

Technical-Trade School Fair Update

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 14:53:00 GMT

On Wednesday, March 28 the Student Services Department hosted our first Technical-Trade School Fair. A variety of programs and schools were represented including the US Navy, Coast Guard and Marines, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, the American Red Cross, Elliott Hospital, The Thompson School of Applied Science, Empire Beauty School, NH School of Mechanical Trades and the NH Real Estate School. The students mingled amongst the reps, asking questions, and exploring their options for post-secondary education and training. The student’s feedback was positive and we look forward to hosting this type of fair again next year.

St. Anselm College to visit

Thu, 12 Oct 2017 16:15:00 GMT

On Tuesday, November 7, 2017 St. Anselm's College will be visiting the Founders Academy high school students. This will be an informal meeting during lunches for students to talk with the College Admissions Representative, ask questions and collect materials. We hope students will take advantage this opportunity! Also visiting that day, will be Thomas Moore College and Manchester Community College.

SNHU College Fair

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 19:18:00 GMT

Southern New Hampshire University is hosting a New England Association of College Admission Counseling, NEACAC, College Fair. This event will take place at Southern New Hampshire University's Athletic Complex on Wednesday, September 27 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. There is no need to register or RSVP. For more information, to read about the colleges who will be in attendance or to look for more NEACAC college fairs, please check out the NEACAC website. Attending a college fair is a great way to get to know about perspective colleges, talk to college admissions counselors and collect valuable information!

Our new blog

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 14:11:00 GMT

Welcome to the Student Services Blog! Please check back regularly for important information. We will keep you posted on events, dates, trends and current topics.

New England College to visit

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 17:02:00 GMT

On Tuesday, October 31, 2017 a College Admissions Counselor from New England College will be here to talk with Founders Academy High School Students during their lunches. Students will be able to ask questions, learn about the college and collect valuable material.

Nashua Community College Visit

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 17:18:00 GMT

On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 Susan Smith from Nashua Community College will be visiting. She will be here from 11:15-12:45 during second and third lunches. We encourage students to stop by her table, ask questions and collect information. This is another great opportunity for students to start thinking about college and talk with a college admissions counselor.

More College Visits

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 17:58:00 GMT

On Thursday, October 26, a College Admissions Representative from Plymouth State University will be here to talk with interested High School Students during second and third lunches. On Tuesday, October 31, New England College will be here and on Tuesday, November 7, both Thomas Moore and Manchester Community Colleges will be here. We hope students will take these opportunities to speak with them to learn more about their programs! Often times, the College Admission Representatives who visit high schools are the same reps who review student's college applications. We will remind students of these visits during morning announcements.

Manchester School of Technology CTE Program

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 14:54:00 GMT

The Manchester School of Technology is still accepting applications for the 2-year CTE Program. Such programs are available to Founders Academy sophomores, juniors and seniors. If your student in interested in applying, please complete the application and return to MST as soon as possible, as spots fill-up quickly. Founders Academy is currently working with MST and the Manchester Bus Company to provide busing to MST from Founders for the afternoon session. More information about busing will become available soon. Please call MST directly with questions about any of their programs, 603-624-6490.

Manchester Community College Discovery Day-Postponed

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 14:02:00 GMT

This event has been postponed until the spring. A new date has not yet been confirmed.

Manchester Community College Discovery Day

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 14:44:00 GMT

High school students, are you interested in seeing what it’s like to be a college student? Then look no further! Manchester Community College is hosting a Discovery Day on Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. A variety of workshops will be offered on majors including automotive, early childhood education, engineering and robotics, exercise science, interior design, nursing, welding and more! FREE lunch will be provided along with information about financial aid, MCC Student Services, transfer opportunities and student life. For additional details or to register, please copy & paste the link https://www.mccnh.edu/discovermcc

Empire Beauty School

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 17:23:00 GMT

On Thursday, November 16, 2017 Elaina Boissoneau will be here from Empire Beauty School. Our high school students will have an opportunity to speak with her about the programs her school offers during second and third lunches.

Early College Planning Presentation

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 17:03:00 GMT

The Student Services Department would like to remind you that we will be hosting an Early College Planning presentation on Thursday, December 14 starting at 6:00 pm. The NHHEAF network organization’s Center for College Planning will be here to help guide families through the initial college process. This program is geared towards 9th and 10th grade students and their parents & guardians but we encourage 11th grade students and their parents & guardians to attend as well. We will also be hosting a College Overview for Juniors program on Thursday, February 8, 2018.

Destination College

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 19:18:00 GMT

The Center for College Planning will also be hosting a Destination College annual college convention for Juniors and their parents at Southern New Hampshire University on Saturday, April 7, 2018 from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. “This event is designed to help high school Juniors and their families prepare for entry into college. This annual statewide college preparation convention is held every spring through collaborative efforts between The NHHEAF Network Organizations and New Hampshire colleges and universities. All of the day's events are FREE to students and parents. Attendees will have access to a variety of free college planning workshops, student keynote speaker and have the opportunity to participate in scholarship raffles and attend a college fair.”

College Overview for Juniors Presentation

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 16:24:00 GMT

The Student Services Department will be hosting a College Overview for Juniors on Thursday, February 8, 2018 in the upper cafeteria starting at 6:00 pm. Val Castonguay from the New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation’s Center for College Planning will be here to discuss how to narrow down and create a list of colleges, questions to ask on a college tour, college essay pointers, the application timeline, and the basics of financial aid. This program is free, open to the public and no RSVP is required. We encourage all Founders Academy high school juniors to attend however, all students and families are welcome. If you are not able to attend but are interested in learning about this program, feel free to view a PDF of the presentation, watch a previously recorded webinar or attend another presentation Most evening presentations are open to the public.

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