Making Extracurricular Activities Count
Families often wonder how extracurricular activities influence college admissions. Should students focus on what they love, or choose activities that “look good” on applications? How important are extracurriculars compared to grades and test scores? And how should students present their involvement so colleges notice their initiative and leadership? Join us for an evening with Michelle McAnaney from The College Spy, where she will answer these questions and respond to the ones you ask live.
Date: March 15
Time: 7:30 pm ET / 6:30 CT / 4:30 PT
Format: Live on Zoom
Cost: Free
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Extracurricular Activities That Colleges Really Want
World Class Tutoring is hosting this free event with the keynote speaker college admissions expert Michelle McAnaney, Founder of The College Spy. Michell will provide clear, practical guidance for parents and students. Michelle brings more than 20 years of experience helping families navigate the admissions process and stays current on trends by visiting dozens of college campuses each year.
This session will help families understand how extracurricular activities affect college admissions and how to make thoughtful choices during the high school years. We’ll discuss how colleges evaluate involvement, what matters most in the activities section of the college application, and how students can highlight commitment, growth, and leadership within their existing interests.
Parents of freshmen and sophomores will especially benefit from learning how to support their students early, before the pressure of applications begins. Students do not need a long list of activities to stand out. Instead, colleges are looking for authenticity, initiative, and meaningful engagement.
Attendees will leave with practical strategies for helping students explore their interests, develop depth in their activities, and present their experiences clearly on college applications.
Make sure to register to reserve your spot and gain insights into what colleges really look for in extracurricular involvement.
Full Link for Registration: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/KNE4ZNP/2026KickOff
This is a free Zoom event, but space is limited.
Learn more about World Class Tutoring’s SAT and ACT programs here.
