The Colorado Council of High School/College Relations presented students with an opportunity to explore dozens of state schools, along with specialized colleges and out-of-state universities. The Montrose High School cafeteria was filled with parents and students exploring options and asking questions of representatives.
Thirty schools from Colorado were on hand. States like Montana, New Mexico and Wyoming were also represented.
 Tyler Asnicar, left, a junior, and his mom Susan, talk with Colorado State University representative Nick Hardy during a college fair at Montrose High School Wednesday evening. (Kati O'Hare / Daily Press) Advertisement |
Betz’s son, Tyler, was looking for specialized schools in chemical or bioengineering. He said he was asking a lot of questions about the schools’ focus and was impressed by the knowledge and helpfulness of the representatives.
“We get fabulous students from Montrose,” said Colorado School of Mines representative Andrea Salazar Morgan.
Montrose County schools provide advanced classes and classes through Mesa State College, which she said is a benefit for students looking at the School of Mines.
Senior Courtney Olson was also looking into a specialized field, nursing. She has two schools in mind. Though there was plenty of representation from other schools, she said she was leaving the fair with the same ideas as when she came.
Steve Ellis, parent of a senior, said his son is not sure where he wants to attend. The family was researching different universities. Ellis said he wanted to make sure that he “had all the ducks in a row,” giving his son the best opportunity to be accepted into a college. He was gathering information on admissions and registration.
Financial aid was big topic of interest for parents at the fair. A representative from College In Colorado was helping parents understand their options and providing information on loans and aid.
“Twenty-five years ago (college) wasn’t this much,” said Susan Asnicar, mother of a junior.
Though her son is only a junior, she said it’s important to “plant that seed” so students start to plan and look toward their future.
Contact Kati O’Hare via e-mail at katio@montrosepress.com
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