Message from the NJACAC President
Haaaay NJACAC!
I can’t believe we have made it to March Madness! As we step into spring, I am filled with gratitude for each of you and the passion you bring to supporting students and their families through all aspects of the college admission process . This month, I am reminded of the importance of embracing change and fostering unity within our association.
Our profession continuously faces an array of challenges and now more than ever I hope you lean into our NJACAC community and take advantage of some of the great opportunities in the weeks and months ahead!
NJACAC24 Conference Registration OPEN!
The NJACAC Conference will take place on May 20-21, 2024 at Harrah’s in Atlantic City with the theme, The Crossroads of Counseling.” Registration is now open, be sure to register before May 6th to lock in the early bird pricing.
NJACAC Summer Bus Tour Returns
NJACAC is excited to offer our 2024 NJACAC Summer College Tour from Monday, July 15 to Thursday, July 18, 2024.
A $200 registration fee covers 3 nights of hotel accommodations in a single room, shuttle service between Newark Airport and the host hotel, coach transportation during the college tour, all meals (Monday dinner to Thursday lunch), visits to 8 wonderful New Jersey colleges, and a lot of fun and laughs along the way!
This tour is open to CBO's, School Counselors and Independent Counselors This tour is limited to 45 participants, so be sure to register ASAP! Please direct any questions to: njbustour@njacac.org
Conference Grant Application
Application Link - March 31 deadline
The New Jersey Association for College Admission Counseling is pleased to announce that financial support is now available to NJACAC members who assist students in the transition to college. The available funds are intended to provide assistance to members who might otherwise be unable to participate in professional development opportunities. Funds CANNOT be utilized to cover registration costs (only transportation and lodging). Grants are available to attend any one of the following events:
NJACAC Annual Conference, May 20-21, 2024, Atlantic City, NJ
NACAC Guiding the Way to Inclusion, July 30-August 1, 2024, New Orleans, LA
NACAC National Conference, September 26-28, 2024, Los Angeles, CA
NACAC’s NEXT Program
I am thrilled to announce that NJACAC has selected three outstanding emerging professionals to be a part of NACAC’s 2024-2025 NEXT Program cohort. Through NEXT, NACAC’s intent is to provide participants with opportunities to build connections with each other, understand their own leadership capacity and strengths, and navigate the professional opportunities available through affiliate and national volunteer service. JESSICA SNOVER, CHRIS HOFFMAN, ASHLEY WHITTEMORE – I am so excited for you and can’t wait to see all the great things you will accomplish!
Attitude of Gratitude
DANA LAMBERT & SUSAN MAKOWSKI - thank you for Co-Chairing our NACAC National College Fair which was a smashing success–4,000 people attended over the two sessions!
Of course, the event wouldn’t be possible without the support of our VOLUNTEERS who worked the counseling booth, helped with busses, supported check-in, and lots of other tasks! THANK YOU!!
FARRAH PARKER & GRACE TALIAN – thank you for co-chairing our COLLEGE KEY event! Additionally, thank you to all VOLUNTEERS who presented workshops to both students and their families. Of course, thank you to our colleagues at MONMOUTH UNIVERSITY for hosting us!
Together, we have the power to shape our profession and empower the next generation. As always, it is an honor to work alongside you all. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at president@njacac.org.
In gratitude,
Randy Stamm
School Counselor, Hackensack High School
NJACAC President (23-24)