‘Get Real’ and ‘Magically Awkward’

For seventh and eighth-graders there is “Get Real!” a leadership group led by Beth Jenson, LMHC, about REAL stuff: real relationships, human weirdness, social issues, sexuality, school and life. It is designed for (and by) smart, passionate teens that care about being real. It is Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. starting on Oct. 11. For any questions or to register, email Emilie@thefunhouse.org.

For parents: Magically Awkward! Helping your kid through their middle school years (and surviving it yourself). Transition! Growth! Complexity! Drama! How can parents prepare for the impending emotional storm of adolescence? Middle school parents can come join Beth Jenson at the Funhouse on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 6–8 p.m. to join the discussion.

Annual college counseling event

Funhouse Commons and Orcas Island High School are teaming up for the annual post-high school “Futures Fair” for Orcas Island students Monday, Oct. 3 through Wednesday, Oct. 5.

The Funhouse is bringing expert college counseling consultants, Craig Lewis and Julie Manhan, for a full schedule of presentations at Orcas Island High School, Tuesday, Oct. 4. They will focus on college admission, high school curricular choices, standardized test performance, college choices, the college application process, and specifics every potential college student should know.

Peg Keough, College Financing Expert, will offer an evening event for parents at the Orcas Island Public School Library at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 5. In her talk, “The Scoop on Financial Aid: Don’t Pay Full Price,” she will be discussing financial aid strategies, college funding options and more. This is a great talk for parents with kids of all ages. Treats and coffee served.

The college counseling consultants and financial education specialist will also be offering one-on-one advisory sessions specific to each students needs. These sessions fill up quickly, and parents are strongly encouraged to call the Funhouse Commons to schedule one of these valuable sessions. Call Emilie at the Funhouse, 376-7177 or email Emilie@thefunhouse.org for more details or to schedule an individual session.

While there is no cost for these sessions, The Funhouse suggests making a donation to help defray the costs of bringing these top experts to our community.