Webinars & Events

What You Need to Know About Standardized Testing in Junior Year

Join Dan Marlin, Director of Test Prep at Galin Education, for a discussion on the current state of standardized testing. In his webinar, Dan will discuss the structure of the ACT and SAT, differences between the two tests, the purpose of the PSAT, and how students can best prepare for the exams. This talk is intended for the parents of rising juniors though all are welcome to attend!

Supporting Your Student in the College App Process

This workshop is designed to help parents understand how to best support their student throughout the college search, application, and decision-making process. We’ll discuss timelines, parent roles, common stress points, and how to balance guidance with student independence. Open to all parents of high school students.

This workshop is hosted in partnership with the Shorewood Recreation Department.

Location: Shorewood High School

8 Habits for High School Success

Join Scott Lutostanski, Director of Academic Coaching, to learn 8 habits that soon-to-be high school students will need to navigate a successful transition from middle school to high school.

What Your Senior Needs to Do Before Applying to College: The Ins and Outs of College Apps

College visits, summarizing activities, requesting letters of recommendation, writing essays, finalizing a college list, and more! So much goes into preparing a college application and the process can feel overwhelming. Join Galin's Ethan Currie as he guides you through the most important things your senior needs to do before applying to college.

Intro to the PSAT

The PSAT can lead to scholarship opportunities and even direct admission to college. This one-time, 90-minute class will cover the PSAT's structure and content, as well as the strategies students should employ on the exam. The class is intended for high school students in the Class of 2028 and will be led by a local tutor with over a decade of experience with the PSAT.

This workshop is led by Galin's Director or Test Prep, Dan Marlin, in partnership with the Nicolet Recreation Department. 

Location: Nicolet High School

Intro to the PSAT

The PSAT can lead to scholarship opportunities and even direct admission to college. This one-time, 90-minute class will cover the PSAT's structure and content, as well as the strategies students should employ on the exam. The class is intended for high school students in the Class of 2028 and will be led by a local tutor with over a decade of experience with the PSAT.

This workshop is led by Galin's Director or Test Prep, Dan Marlin, in partnership with the Nicolet Recreation Department.

Location: Nicolet High School

Your Student Doesn’t Know How to Study

Many high school and college students think they are studying effectively. Our team of executive function coaches will tell you that they likely aren’t. A lack of understanding of how learning actually happens can lead to poor study habits, like cramming and rereading, which, in turn, can lead to stress, demotivation, and underperformance. Join Galin’s Director of Academic Coaching, Scott Lutostanski, to learn what your student is doing wrong and what they should be doing instead.

Executive Functions for the High-Achieving Underperformers

Many bright and capable students struggle in school. They might miss deadlines, lose assignments, forget meeting times, or constantly be running behind. Many high-achieving students underperform in school because they have weak executive functioning skills—the mental processes that help us plan, prioritize, and follow through. In this webinar, Galin’s Director of Academic Coaching, Scott Lutostanski, will unpack why smart students sometimes struggle and how executive functioning challenges can get in the way of academic success.

Pre-Med Students: What to Focus on Your First Year of College

Thinking about medical school? Start planning before your first semester begins. >The first year of college lays the foundation for a successful medical school application—but knowing where to focus can make all the difference. In this webinar, you'll learn how to build a strong academic plan, connect with the right advisors and mentors, gain meaningful clinical and extracurricular experiences, and avoid common mistakes that can set students back. We'll also provide an overview of the medical school admissions timeline so you'll understand what to prioritize from day one of college.