Scholar's Day in Atlanta, GA 2025

Come to be honored and recognized for your outstanding academic achievements!

Join NSHSS members, families, educators, and partners for a two-day educational conference this fall in Atlanta, GA. This event will feature educational sessions, a college and career fair, a member party, swag giveaways, countless networking opportunities, and the live competition between our Be More Fund finalists!

At Scholar's Day Atlanta, you and your family will learn more about all of the benefits of your NSHSS membership, including $2.5 million in scholarship opportunities yearly, access to an extensive network of university, educational, corporate, and government partners, and, of course, the lifetime network of fellow NSHSS members. Please register for the event before booking travel or accommodations.

SCHOLAR'S DAY IN ATLANTA, GA

November 7-8, 2025

Seating is limited, so we recommend registering as soon as possible. Registration will close once we reach full capacity, at which point we will no longer accept registrations. We recommend securing your event tickets before booking your hotel or making travel arrangements.

**Only those who register via Eventbrite will be admitted to the event. Members, parents, and guests each need their own ticket to attend.

EVENT LOCATION

Agnes Scott College - Presser Hall/Gaines Chapel

141 E College Ave,

Decatur, GA 30030

*Attendees are responsible for getting to and from the event location. NSHSS does not assist with airfare or hotels.

RECOMMENDED HOTEL

NSHSS will secure a discounted room block at the hotels surrounding the event venue.

Hotel Information:

Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Decatur/Emory

Address: 116 Clairemont Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030

Book Your Room: Reserve your room !

Rooms are available at a special rate for event attendees. Be sure to book early to secure your stay.

*Attendees are responsible for their own accommodations. A limited number of rooms are available; first-come, first-served. Please register for the event before booking any travel or accommodations.*

Please note: All members, parents, and guests must purchase tickets to attend this event.

DRESS CODE: Business casual.

ATTENDEE SWAG: All Scholar's Day attending members will receive a bag with NSHSS-branded swag! The event will also feature additional merch giveaways and fall deals at the NSHSS onsite store.

REFUND POLICY: If you are no longer able to attend, please email [email protected], and we can transfer your tickets to another NSHSS event currently available on Eventbrite. You can also transfer your registration to another event via your Eventbrite account until the day before the event date. On the day of the event and beyond, registration transfers are no longer allowed in the Eventbrite system, and transferring to another event will no longer be an option. Transferred tickets are non-refundable.

Up to 30 days before the event starts, attendees can request automatic refunds in full back to their original payment method directly through their Eventbrite account.

Refunds to the original payment method will be issued in full for refund requests received up to 15 days before the event starts. After submitting your refund request in writing by email to [email protected], please allow up to five (5) business days to process your refund request. After 14 days before the event starts, no refunds will be issued. All further sales are non-refundable.

This event will take place rain or shine. If the event is rescheduled, all purchases will be honored for the rescheduled event date or may be refunded on a case-by-case basis. If the event is canceled, all purchases will be refunded in full.

Thank you on behalf of all of us at NSHSS. We look forward to seeing you at Scholar's Day!

Info: *This agenda is subject to change. Final details will be sent two days before the event date.*

Info: Scan your tickets and build your name badges!

Info: Kick off the event with an exclusive networking session with our Scholar's Day event sponsors! Meet representatives from outstanding organizations and explore opportunities for scholarships, college preparation, summer programs, and more!

Info: Scholar’s Day Atlanta 2025 will kick off with welcome messages from Tony Betton Jr., our NSHSS Fellows emcee, and NSHSS President and Co-Founder Mr. James Lewis, followed by event announcements and more!

Info: Experience the projects, prototypes, and nonprofits selected to compete live in front of a panel of judges in the shark-tank-style NSHSS Be More Fund Competition for the chance to win one of ten $10,000 grants!

Info: Students, conclude the night and let loose with fellow members at a party just for you! Music and games come together to create a great opportunity to make new friends from all over the country!

Info: Parents, this session is just for you! Sit back and learn more in this parent-only session hosted by an NSHSS educational partner. More details TBA!

Info: *This agenda is subject to change. Final details will be sent via Eventbrite two days before the event date.*

Info: Registration reopens for any Saturday arrivals to pick up their name badges!

Info: Wake up with coffee, a continental breakfast, and a chance to network with other NSHSS families and CCF exhibitors!

Info: Meet representatives from outstanding universities and explore opportunities with corporate, educational, and government leaders of renowned organizations from around the globe.

Info: Learn how to make your college applications stand out and boost your chances of admission at your dream school! We'll talk about today's college admission landscape, the things admissions officers are looking for in applicants, and ways to make your applications shine. Check back for more details to be announced!

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Info: Hear NSHSS Scholarship winners, Collegiate Council, and Fellows members discuss some tips for standing out in the college admissions process and finding scholarships that work for you! Live Q&A during the session.

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Info: Enjoy lunch with your family at a local restaurant. There are plenty nearby to choose from!

Info: Highly esteemed professionals will share advice and experiences from their personal lives and professional careers about how they view fulfillment and what they have done to achieve it. Check back for panelists to be announced!

Info: Discover more about St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the opportunities available to students. Check back for more details to be announced!

Info: Scholarships, Educator Grants, and the Claes Nobel World Betterment Award are presented, and Be More Fund Competition winners will be announced!

Info: All members will be invited on stage to receive an honor medallion for their academic achievements!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Presser Hall and Gaines Chapel, Agnes Scott, 141 East College Avenue, Decatur, United States