Empowering Students & Families Through Expert Guidance
At Sesameed, we believe that informed choices lead to better futures. Our free webinar series is designed to equip students and families with practical insights and actionable strategies for the boarding school and university application process. Join our experienced educational consultants for timely, focused sessions that will help you plan, prepare, and succeed.
Upcoming Boarding School Webinars:
August 14, 2025:
Building Your Boarding School List: How to Find the Right Fit
Learn how to build a well-balanced school list based on your academic goals, personal interests, and school culture. Gain insight on how to identify schools that are a strong match for your strengths and preferences, even if you can’t visit in person. Register Today >>
July 17, 2025:
Setting Goals for the Next Academic Year
Learn how to build a well-rounded goals with practical strategies to achieve them while staying focused, motivated, and intentional in the year ahead.
September 4, 2025:
Planning Your Campus Visits: What to Ask and Look For
Whether you’re visiting schools in person or attending virtual tours, knowing what to look for can make all the difference. Learn how to evaluate schools beyond the brochures and marketing—what questions to ask, what red flags to look out for, and how to get a true sense of a school’s environment and values.
October 9, 2025:
Maximize Your 1-on-1 Conversation with School Representatives
Learn how to prepare for impactful one-on-one meetings with school representatives—whether at a school fair, virtual info session, or campus visit.
December 4, 2025:
Refining Your Application: Proofreading and Ensuring Completeness Before Submission
Before you submit your application, it’s important to make sure everything is polished and complete. This session will guide you through a final checklist—proofreading tips, organizing documents, reviewing recommendations, and ensuring all forms and test scores are submitted correctly. Especially helpful for international applicants managing different systems and time zones.
Past Boarding School Webinars:
June 17, 2025
Setting Goals for the Next Academic Year: Academic & Extracurricular
Learn how to set intentional goals that align with your passions and boarding school aspirations. We’ll share tips on academic challenges, extracurricular involvement, and building a standout profile for admissions committees.
June 12, 2025
Application Calendar: Your Step-by-Step Guide
June 2025 — Understand the full timeline of the boarding school application process. From testing and interviews to financial aid and deadlines, we’ll help you stay organized and informed. Ideal for families at any stage of the journey.
Summer Planning: Using Your Time to Learn, Grow, and Prepare for the Fall
May 2025 — Make the most of your summer to strengthen your boarding school applications. Discover how to choose impactful academic or extracurricular activities, develop meaningful skills, and prepare for interviews, essays, and standardized tests. Leave with a clear summer plan that sets you up for a successful application season.
Unlocking the World of American Boarding Schools
Building a Student Profile
March 2024 — Discover how to harness students’ strengths, achievements, interests, and experiences to enhance their chances of admission to top US junior and senior boarding schools.
