— from Emilie Gincig —

Funhouse Commons and Orcas Island High School are teaming up for the annual post-high school “Futures Fair” for Orcas Island students Monday, October 3 through Wednesday, October 5.

The Funhouse is bringing expert college counseling consultants, Craig Lewis and Julie Manhan, for a full schedule of presentations at Orcas Island High School, Tuesday, October 4. They will focus on college admission, high school curricular choices, standardized test performance, college choices, the college application process, and specifics every potential college student should know.

Peg Keough, College Financing Expert, will offer an evening event for parents at the Orcas Island Public School Library at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 5. In her talk, “The Scoop on Financial Aid: Don’t Pay Full Price,” she will be discussing financial aid strategies, college funding options, and more. This is a great talk for parents with kids of ALL ages. Treats and coffee served.

The college counseling consultants and financial education specialist will also be offering one-on-one advisory sessions specific to each students needs. These sessions fill up quickly, and parents are strongly encouraged to call the Funhouse Commons to schedule one of these valuable sessions. Please call Emilie at the Funhouse, 376-7177 or email emilie@thefunhouse.org for more details or to schedule an individual session.

While there is no cost for these sessions, The Funhouse suggests making a donation to help defray the costs of bringing these top experts to our community.