Find Your Fit

​Navigating the college application process can be challenging. Make sure you’re ready for the college application season by joining Mary Pat O’Neil’s webinars and interactive workshops.

Mary Pat O’Neil, owner of True Fit College Counseling and founder of the Find Your Fit program, is passionate about helping teens discover their college paths as she knows there is no “one size fits all” approach to college counseling.

Mary Pat is a community resource and is happy to answer questions about the college process. You can email her at findyourfit@lwsf.org.

I think it is important for students to take control of the college application process and know what they need in a college in order to have a better chance of success. Students need to own the process – I am here to guide them.

Mary Pat O’Neil, Independent College Counselor

We deeply appreciate Mary Pat for donating her time and expertise to support students and families in our district.

Find Your Fit

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Upcoming Events

Summer College Bootcamp for Rising Seniors: August 4 & 5

Calling all Class of 2027 students and parents! Join us for College Bootcamp sessions in August to get expert guidance on building a balanced college list, completing your applications, writing authentic essays, and using AI thoughtfully throughout the college application process.

Sessions are led by independent college counselor and Find Your Fit creator Mary Pat O’Neil.

Tuesday, August 4, 10:00–11:00AM
How to Create a Balanced College List

Learn how to identify colleges that are a good academic, financial, and personal fit, and build a balanced list that gives you a range of options.

Tuesday, August 4, 11:15AM–12:15PM
How to Complete Your Common Application

Get step-by-step guidance through the Common Application, including timelines, required sections, and strategies to stay organized.

Wednesday, August 5, 10:00AM – NOON
How to Write Your College Essay

Learn how to develop a compelling personal essay that highlights your voice, experiences, and strengths while avoiding common mistakes.

Who: This bootcamp is designed for rising seniors (class of 2027). Parents are welcome to attend, but please purchase one ticket for each person attending.

Location: All sessions are held in the Board Room at Lake Washington School District Resource Center, 16250 NE 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052

Cost: $50 per person ($800 value) covers for all 3 sessions. You can choose to attend 1, 2, or all 3. We offer no-questions-asked scholarships; please contact findyourfit@lwsf.org to access a scholarship.

Webinars On-Demand

You’re Admitted—Now What? (Apr 2026)
Mapping Your High School Journey: Picking Classes in High School (Jan 2026)
Getting it Together: Executive Function for Today’s Teens (Nov 2025)
Navigating Changes: Standardized Testing Update for High School Families (Nov 2025)
College Money Matters: A Parent’s Guide (Oct 2025)
How to Write a College Essay(Aug 2025)
Completing Your Common Application (Aug 2025)
How to Create a Balanced College List (Aug 2025)
A Middle School Parent’s Guide to Navigating High School (Feb 2025)
Future Ready: Empowering High School Students to Explore Careers & College Majors (Jan 2025)
Global Choices: Exploring the Differences Between International & US Universities (Jan 2025)
College 101 (Apr 2025)
Lake Washington Institute of Technology (Mar 2024)
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