Pathways to College: Planning & Admissions Forum

Pathways to College: Planning & Admissions Forum is a Boston-focused community conversation for families and high school students preparing for college. The forum will address educational opportunities, admissions planning, leadership, student growth, college life, and the ways families can prepare for the future in an age of artificial intelligence.

The discussion features perspectives from admissions professionals, an education leader, and a current Harvard student. Speakers will consider how selective colleges evaluate applicants and respond to common questions about the admissions process and planning for college.

When: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Showtimes: 10:00am–12:30pm

Run time: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Venue: Central Library in Copley Square, Commonwealth Salon

Address: 700 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

Lineup: Joel Butterly, co-founder and CEO of InGenius Prep, who holds an undergraduate degree from Dartmouth and a JD from Yale Law School; Kathryn Scherer, a former Harvard admissions officer and former Harvard undergraduate admissions interviewer; and Harrison, a current Harvard student.

Topics: College admissions, leadership, student development, college life, educational resources, and planning for the future, including how families should approach college planning in the age of AI.

Audience: High school students, families, teens ages 13–18, and adults.

Registration: Registration is not required. Advance RSVPs are available through the event’s registration link.

Tickets: Price not available

Accessibility: Disability accommodations and language services may be requested through the department listed in the library’s contact information. Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance.

Contact: Joy Li at joy@youthsummitusa.com or +1-202-679-6225

Venue hours: The library is listed as open from 9:00am to 5:00pm on the day of the event.