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To register yourself for any event, click here.​

To register a group, click here.

To register a basketball team, click here.

To register as a volunteer, click here.

 

S.W.A.G. students have access to over one dozen exclusive events between March 25th and March 28th (all listed below).   There is no limit to the number of events a student can participate in.  Be sure to register early as space is limited.

Join S.W.A.G. this year and get a step ahead of the game.

​MONDAY

 

10:30 AM -3:00 PM

S.W.A.G. WEEK KICK-OFF

 

We kick-off S.W.A.G. week with a full day of events at Temple University.   The day will begin promptly at 10:30 AM.  ï»¿  All S.W.A.G. students must attend to get information for the week.  â€‹Events include:



Opening Ceremony

​We celebrate high academic achievers and enjoy various performances.

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Opportunity Fair

​25 vendors will present summer opportunities for students (camps, internships, jobs, etc.) and scholarships for college.  Students can apply for jobs on the spot at places like KicksUSA, City Year, Franklin Institute, PhillyCAM, Penn Summer Scholars, and more,

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​Beat the SAT/ACT

Expert instructors from Kaplan and ACT lead workshops on how to successfully complete each test.



Location:​

Temple University
Student Center
1755 N. 13th Street
13th and Montgomery Ave
Room #200C
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Got S.W.A.G.?

​9:00 AM

ACT Practice Exam

**Special Lunch with School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Hite after the Exam**

​Students have the opportunity to take a full length ACT practice-test, proctored to simulate the actual test-day experience.  Be sure to get here at least by 8:30AM, like the real exam. Test will start promptly at 9AM.

Temple University

Student Center
1755 N. 13th Street

(13th and Montgomery Ave)

Room #200A

Career Speed Networking

Juniors and seniors have dinner with professionals from the top careers.

Career Day

​Select juniors and seniors are provided with a meaningful introduction to the world of a professional career and a context for understanding the relationship and interaction between the academics taught in the classroom and the workplace. 



College4Kids​​
Middle school students at Vare and Shaw will paint murals and clean-up their communities while working with college students. Note: Middle School students in the area are welcome to attend.  If interested, email info@phillygoes2college.com.

​WEDNESDAY

 

10:00 AM

​City-Wide Service Project

Students work on a garden and beautify the surrounding area. Contributing to their community while gaining service hours!

Philadelphia Urban Creators

2315 N. 11th St.

(11th and Dakota St)

Philadelphia, PA 19133



​10:00 AM

College Open House

​Sophomores and juniors are invited to a special College Open House hosted by some of the top Philadelphia Colleges.  Remember to only pick one college to visit.



Philadelphia University

4201 Henry Ave

La Salle University

1900 W Olney Ave

Esperanza College

4261 N 5th St

Drexel University

3141 Chestnut St



10:00 AM

Middle School Basketball Tournament

Cheer on middle school teams from Congreso and Lenfest Center during a basketball tournament.  Parents can join in on Zumba and a Graduation Coach training at 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM.

Lenfest Center

3890 N. 10th St.

Philadelphia, PA 19140

​TUESDAY

 

​9:00AM

SAT Practice Exam

**Special Lunch with Mayor Nutter after the Exam**

​Students can take a full length SAT practice-test, which will be proctored to simulate the actual test-day experience.  Be sure to get here at least by 8:30AM, like the real exam.  Test will start promptly at 9AM.

Temple University

Student Center

1755 N. 13th Street

(13th and Montgomery Ave)

Room #200A

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2:00 PM

​Scientific S.W.A.G.​
Interested in science? OR Interested in studying science in college? Enjoy access to the Franklin Institute’s 10 hands-on core exhibits – including Changing Earth, Sports Challenge, and The Giant Heart, special screening at the Fels Planetarium and three floors of interactive science activities– like live science shows, hands-on carts, and pop-up demonstrations. 

Franklin Institute, 222 North 20th St.

 

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11:30 AM
S.W.A.G. It Up

Basketball Tournament
Top high school basketball players in the city play against each other (Hoop it Up Style) for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights.  The play off will be combined with a college resource fair for students and parents.  Come watch your favorite players at:

Community College of Philadelphia
Athletic Center/Gymnasium
17th Street between Spring Garden and Callowhill 

THURSDAY

INVITATION ONLY

(OPEN TO PARTNERS ONLY)

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