Food for thought
Program Overview
Days: Monday-Thursday of certain weeks.
Program: 5:15-6:00PM
Location: Attollo HQ
Food For Thought is a practical workshop series designed to help students feel more prepared and confident for the college application process. Each session focuses on building real skills, such as understanding college terminology, learning what admissions officers look for, and practicing key parts of the application. Over dinner, students work through topics like essays, recommendations, and timelines.
Students can attend on whichever day works best for their schedule. Content will be the same for each session during a given week.
Topics and dates
Topic 1: Different Types of Colleges & Finding Your Fit
February 9-12, 2026
Topic 2: Building a College List & Planning Visits
February 23-27, 2026
Topic 3: Components of the Application
March 23-28, 2026
Topic 4: Creating a Summer Plan & Timeline
April 13-16, 2026
Facilitators
Emily Abbruzzese
Attollo Director of Programs — 11th Grade
Tahri Phillips
Attollo Director of Curriculum and Communication