Visits + Events
Learn about us + with us
EXPLO hosts and participates in all sorts of events, both online and in person. Whether it’s an information session about our programs, a chat with thought leaders in education, a visit to our camps or headquarters, or a booth at a local civic event near you, we have ways you can get to know EXPLO that will fit your schedule.
In-Person Info Meetings
An in-person info meeting is a wonderful opportunity for parents, caregivers, and students — whether considering the program or already enrolled — to learn more about our incredible programs, people, and how we create the magic that infuses EXPLO every summer.
Take a look at the cities we'll be visiting and sign up for an info meeting near you!
Rising Grades 4-12 All Program Open House
Join us at Wellesley College for an in-person event. Our Junior, Intermediate, and Pre-College Program Heads and staff will provide a deep dive into each program providing details on our workshops and electives, student life, and our evening and weekend activities.
Overall, it's a fantastic opportunities for families to explore and discover what EXPLO is all about.
Kids are WELCOME–we will have interactive projects and activities.
Online events
Please check back often as our event listing changes frequently.
Rising Grades 4-9 The EXPLO Ultimate Day Program
Rising Grades 10-12 Chart Your Academic Journey at EXPLO Pre-College
The Role of Extracurriculars: The Myths and Misinformation in Competitive College Admissions
Join Moira Kelly, EXPLO’s president as she talks with Dr. Megan Race of Spark Admissions about the myths and misinformation swirling about the role of extracurriculars in competitive college admissions. This is an area that is perplexing and this session will try to bring some light to the subject. Dr. Race worked in admissions and recruitment at the University of Chicago and at Yale University. She taught at the undergraduate level and was a post-doctoral fellow at Harvard University. There will be plenty of time for Q&A. This session is designed for students, parents, and educators.
Rising Grades 4-12 All Program Overview
At EXPLO, we’re inventors, entrepreneurs, artists, engineers, and more. We design summer enrichment programs with immersive, boundary-pushing worlds for kids, tweens, and teens to explore. Here, clever young people take the time to wonder, find passions, put new ideas into action, and make surprising discoveries. Learn how to find creativity and fulfillment in a world where change is the only sure thing. We’ll set you up to let passion and curiosity lead in everything you do.
Ariel French, Director of Admissions, will provide an overview of all EXPLO Programs for 2024.
Can’t wait to connect?
We’re always happy to talk one-on-one and answer any questions you have about EXPLO and our programs. Live Chat with us, Email us, or call us at 781-762-7400.
Recorded online events
As a thought leader in education, we host frequent discussions with experts and have recorded them for you to review at your convenience. If you are unable to attend a program webinar, please reach out to our Admissions Team for a recording.
Demystifying
Holistic College Admissions
Join EXPLO President, Moira Kelly, and Vice Provost and Dean of Admissions of the University of Pennsylvania, Whitney Soule, as they discuss what a holistic admissions process entails.
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Making the Most
of College
Join EXPLO President, Moira Kelly, and Pforzheimer Professor of Teaching and Learning at Harvard University, Richard Light, as they discuss key points from his best-selling book Making the Most of College: Students Speak Their Minds.
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The New
College Planning Playbook
EXPLO President Moira Kelly and Dr. Lindsay Cohen, Spark Admissions, discuss the new playbook for today's college admissions.
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The Evidence
the Liberal Arts Needs
EXPLO President Moira Kelly and HigherEdImpact Founder Richard Detweiler discuss the value of a liberal arts education today. The way we approach teaching and learning at EXPLO is intentionally infused with what Detweiler identifies as the "key ingredients" that fuel a powerful education.