College Planning ABC
Bay Area families at a college planning workshop
Free — No Cost, No Catch

Your Senior's College Deadline Is Closer Than You ThinkFree Workshops — Bay Area, September 2026

If your student is a high school senior, the next 60 days are critical. Join Manuel Fabriquer for a free 90-minute workshop on applications, financial aid, and how to fund college without sacrificing your retirement.

Designed for families with high school seniorsTwo Bay Area locationsFour dates in September

What Senior Families Learn

Senior year moves fast. In 90 minutes you'll have a clear action plan — before the deadlines hit.

How to build a final college list that balances fit, selectivity, and real cost
FAFSA & CSS Profile strategies that maximize your aid before you apply
What admissions officers actually look for in senior applications
How to fund college without draining your retirement savings
The senior-year mistakes most families make — and how to avoid them
Exactly what your family should be doing right now, this month

Choose Your Date & Location

All workshops are free. Seats are limited — register early to secure your spot.

Wednesday, September 3
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Almaden Community Center, Rm 3

6445 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95120

20 spots remaining
Tuesday, September 9
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Morgan Hill Community Center

17000 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill, CA 95037

25 spots remaining
Saturday, September 12
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Almaden Community Center, Rm 3

6445 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95120

20 spots remaining
Tuesday, September 16
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Morgan Hill Community Center

17000 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill, CA 95037

25 spots remaining

Meet Your Workshop Host

Manuel Fabriquer is the founder of College Planning ABC and has helped hundreds of Bay Area families — including many with seniors — navigate the college admissions and financial aid process. His workshops are known for being practical, honest, and immediately actionable.

College shouldn't cost you your retirement. Manuel's mission is to make sure it doesn't.

Senior Year Won't Wait — Register Today

These workshops fill up fast. Reserve your free spot now and go into application season with a real plan.