Tackling the College Admissions Essay - High School Seniors can get help with their college applications by attending this workshop. Essays can be a key piece of the application and it is your opportunity to let the admissions reps learn more about you. Learn how to put your best foot forward. Presented by Patti Pears, a nationally certified counselor specializing in college admissions consulting. For high school students and their parents. You can also sign up for an individual session with Patti Pears on the afternoons of Monday, July 29; Tuesday, July 30; or the evening of Wednesday, July 31.