Workshops
Join us in our Workshops to prepare for a successful transition to college and beyond!
At the Gaddis Foundation, we have designed our workshop series to equip youth with the essential skills and knowledge for college readiness. We offer a range of interactive and practical sessions aimed at demystifying the college application process, enhancing academic preparedness, and even encouraging exploration of skilled trades and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Join us for our 2025 Programs Information Session
Saturday, February 15, 2025 | 10AM-11AM
via Zoom
SAVE THE DATE!
2025 Events
Spring Break Tour:
April 21-25, 2025
Summer Tour:
June 1-7, 2025
Student Celebration & Scholarship Awards:
Saturday, June 21, 2025
December Virtual Teen Socratic Circles
Give Back! Get Back! $75 Cash
Exclusive to June 2024 Jump Start Scholars!
Earn a $75 stipend for participating in a 1-hour virtual TEEN SOCRATIC CIRCLE to reflect on your HBCU tour experience, update us on your current school year, and for seniors, share your journey to college.
Session 1: Dec. 26 @ 6 PM EST (Juniors, Seniors ONLY)
Session 2: Dec. 27 @ 6 PM EST (ALL June Tour Scholars)
You must register below! No cost to you! A zoom link will be provided at registration.
To earn your stipend: Show up on time. Log in at 5:50 p.m. Stay the entire time. Be ready to engage with your camera on! It’s that easy!
Note: The room will be locked once the circle begins, so arrive no later than 5:50 pm.
College Essay &
Application Workshop
Join us for our two-part College Essay & Application Workshop, designed to help you craft compelling essays and unlock your scholarship potential.
Session 1: Crafting Winning Words to Unlock Your Scholarship Potential
Date: September 14, 2024
Time: 12 PM - 3 PM
Session 2: Write to Win: Mastering the Scholarship Essay
Date: September 28, 2024
Time: 12 PM - 2:30 PM
Venue: Reynoldsburg Public Library (Meeting Room 2)
Capacity: 30 students
Reserve A Spot: $15 non-refundable deposit
Remaining Balance: $30
Mandatory Zoom Call: September 12th at 7:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Secure your spot and gain valuable insights into writing standout college essays that capture the attention of admissions officers and scholarship committees.
What to expect from this course: ACT Turbo Class
Scholars will receive both during and after this session:
- A review of all 4 subjects of the ACT Test (Reading, English, Math & Science)
- Study Material & Practice Tests to Take Home
- Tips & Tricks for the test and how to score well
- Timed Practice Test During the Session
ACT Prep Workshop
Workshop series are designed to equip youth with the essential skills and knowledge for college readiness and career preparation. Make your investment today!
POSTPONED
ACT Prep Workshop
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Location:
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Shepard Branch | Meeting Room 1
850 N Nelson Rd, Columbus, OH 43219
Time: 10:00 am to 2:30 pm Arrival Time: 9:30 am
Registration: $75 ($15 deposit non-refundable)
Total Course Value: $180
Final Payment Due by: November 18th
Lunch is provided. Limited Space Available: 30 20 scholars
Our facilitator has helped thousands of students in the Central Ohio region improve their test scores and gain acceptance to their preferred colleges. Some students have achieved perfect scores on both the ACT and SAT, with improvements of up to 12 points on the ACT composite and 330 points on the SAT composite.
Fall 2024 Upperclassmen
Jump Start College Experience
Jump Start is back for Fall 2024! Summer 2024 was such a great success and we're excited to hit the road again soon!
October 30 - November 1, 2024
Where we're going:
Kentucky State University, Tennessee State University, Fisk University and Meharry Medical College (tentative)
Cost: $280/student (includes housing, travel and 4 meals)
There will be an application, screening and a mandatory parent and student information session.
AT CAPACITY