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This interactive masterclass will share a collection of reference materials, steps, spreadsheets, and lessons learned, all with the goal of helping you and your child create a balanced college application list that actually fits your child’s needs. With approximately 4,000 degree-granting institutions in the United States, narrowing it down to a select few can seem daunting. However, I’ve amassed a collection of resources and tools that can make the research process fun, less stressful, and informative.

When: Dec 9 7-8pm (purchase tickets $10 students/$25 adults, only one purchase per family necessary)

A few months ago, my children lost a peer. Inevitably, there were questions that no one could answer. Even though they were not very close, the death of this fellow young person still affected my children deeply. Here are some resources to support our teens grieving a death for any reason, as well as specifically after suicide or a substance related death. In addition, here are resources on both suicide prevention and on substance use/abuse in teens. Feel free to reach out at wellness@pflasa.org.

• Supporting Teens through Loss of a Peer
• Suicide Prevention in Teens
• Caregiver’s Guide to Teens and Substance Use

Nov 16th 4p-5pm

Students are under more pressure than ever – juggling school, extracurriculars, college prep, and constant digital noise. The Breath Advantage offers high school students simple yet powerful tools to manage stress, boost focus, and build emotional resilience – starting with something they already have: their breath.

Led by Varsha Choudhary, a former tech executive at Meta and Visa and now with TLEX (Transformational Leadership for Excellence), this course introduces science-backed breathwork techniques to help students:
– Reduce anxiety and improve mental clarity
– Prepare with confidence for exams, interviews, and presentations
– Build self-awareness and emotional regulation
– Cultivate calm and focus, even in high-pressure moments

Through guided practices, interactive discussions, and real-life applications, students will walk away with skills they can use every day.

Register at pflasa.org/store.

Nov 18th 6:30-7:30pm

The Junior year of high school is a pivotal point in the college planning timeline. Students using this year to their advantage can increase both confidence and preparedness for their Senior year. Join Yvonne Espinoza, CEP, a national leader in the college counseling and admissions field, for a frank conversation around information that students and families should be aware of to make for a less stressful and more successful Senior year. This session will also include a Q&A session at the end to answer any questions from parents and students.

Purchase tickets at pflasa.org/store. $10 students/$25 adults. Only one purchase per family necessary.

Project Graduation Auction 2026 is in full swing! Bid now on theater and sports tickets, restaurant gift cards, LASA exclusives, lessons, craft beer, wines, tutoring, handmade art, and more!

-All proceeds fund Project Graduation, a safe, memorable all-night celebration for LASA seniors!
–Auction closes Monday, Nov. 17 at 8pm.
-Our fundraising goal is $30,000! All donations and participation is appreciated! 🙂

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AND NEW this year: donate to a specific Project Graduation event like breakfast, casino, or karaoke!

Start bidding now → tinyurl.com/PG2026Auction