Unveiling Hidden Knowledge

 Our presentations are crafted to bring hidden aspects of higher education to light, fostering understanding and clarity for both parents and students. We aim to spark productive family conversations, guiding you toward choices that align with your values and aspirations.

 

Our Presentations

We offer a unique and informative presentation to address the questions and concerns parents and students face navigating higher education. 

Understanding the Landscape

Navigate the world of higher education with confidence. We highlight the key factors that assist when making informed college decisions, so families and students feel confident, supported, and empowered.

Addressing Concerns

We address common concerns head-on, such as, distance, conflicting values between families, students, and the institution, uncertainty, and the unfamiliarity of navigating the higher education system.

Facilitating Communication

Our presentations serve as a catalyst for healthy family conversations, fostering mutual understanding and collaborative decision-making.

Presentation Series

 

Audience: High School

Approaching the Finish Line (Available for scheduling)

     This session provides families and students in grades 9–12 with a comprehensive overview of the decisions involved in planning for                         higher education. Topics include the types of institutions - public, private, community colleges, and universities, along with considerations           such as cost, campus size, and academic offerings. Participants will gain an understanding of timelines, key factors in selecting an                               institution, and the essential role of parental involvement. The session is designed to equip families with the knowledge and confidence to           navigate the college journey successfully.

 Paying for College (Available for scheduling)

     This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the financial aid application process, explaining the difference between grants                and scholarships, and the types of scholarships (private, government, and institutional) and loans (government and private).

 

Audience: 12th Grade and First-Year Higher Education Students

Navigating Family Transitions and Academic Realities:

     Understanding the Impact of College on Family Identity and Dynamics (Available for scheduling)

      This session explores how the transition to college reshapes family roles, expectations, and relationships. It centers the experiences of                   families of first-generation college students and offers strategies for navigating identity shifts while maintaining intergenerational                           connections. Available in two formats:  Family & Student-Focused Presentations

 Unveiling the Hidden Curriculum:

      Strengthening Families’ Social, Cultural, and Navigational Capital and Hidden Curriculum (Available Fall 2026)

       This session demystifies the often-unspoken rules of higher education. Families learn how to leverage their existing social, navigational,               and cultural capital to support their students’ success and advocate within institutional spaces. 

Empowering Families of First-Generation College Students to Navigate College Resources (Available Fall 2026)

     This session helps families identify key support systems, including academic, emotional, financial, and social resources, available in college.          It equips them with tools to guide their students in accessing resources and building networks of support.