Capitol Hill Briefing Social Media Kit

The Capitol Hill Briefing will bring together congressional offices and NACAC members to discuss the importance of federal policy in strengthening student access to postsecondary pathways, increasing affordability, and ensuring districts have the capacity to support students as they navigate college and career decisions.

Use the sample posts below to share that you are attending or speaking at the briefing, highlight the importance of the conversation, and share key takeaways after the event.

POSTING NOTES

• Personalize the sample language with your own perspective and experience.

• For posts after the briefing, consider sharing a specific takeaway, quote, photo, or connection from the event.

• Suggested Hashtags: #NACAC #CollegeAccess #EducationPolicy #CollegeAdmission #StudentSuccess #HigherEd #NACAConCapitolHill

TAG NACAC’S SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS

• @nacacnet.org (Facebook) 
• @NACAC (Twitter) 
• @nacacheadquarters (Instagram) 
• National Association for College Admission Counseling (LinkedIn)

Sample Social Media Posts: Before the Briefing

I’m looking forward to attending NACAC’s Capitol Hill Briefing on Sept. 17 in Washington, D.C. I’m proud to bring the perspective of the college admission profession to conversations about policies that affect students and their pathways to #HigherEducation. #NACAC #CapitolHill

Heading to Capitol Hill with NACAC on September 17. I’m looking forward to connecting with policymakers and colleagues to discuss how federal policy can strengthen college access, affordability, and the support students need as they navigate their postsecondary options. #NACAC #Advocacy #EducationPolicy

Sample Social Media Posts: During the Briefing

Today, NACAC members are on Capitol Hill discussing the policies that affect students’ access to higher education and the professionals who support them. We’re proud to bring the voice of the college admission profession to this important conversation. #NACAC #NACAConCapitolHill

We’re on Capitol Hill today for NACAC’s Capitol Hill Briefing, bringing together policymakers and college admission professionals to discuss student access, affordability, and the importance of effective college and career advising. #NACAConCapitolHill

Sample Social Media Posts: After the Briefing

Today’s NACAC Capitol Hill Briefing was a valuable opportunity to connect with policymakers and share perspectives from the field. I’m grateful for the chance to advocate for policies that help students access and navigate postsecondary education. #NACAConCapitolHill

A meaningful day on Capitol Hill with NACAC. I appreciated the opportunity to hear different perspectives and help elevate the experiences of students, counselors, and admission professionals in federal policy conversations. #NACAConCapitolHill

Sample Social Media Posts: Before the Briefing

I’m honored to speak at NACAC’s Capitol Hill Briefing on September 17. I look forward to discussing college admission counseling, student access and policies that support students with policy makers. #NACAC #HigherEd

I’m heading to Capitol Hill with NACAC on September 17. I’m looking forward to discussing [topic] and highlighting the important role college admission professionals play in helping students prepare for their postsecondary journey. #NACAC #CollegeAccess

Sample Social Media Posts: During the Briefing

We’re on Capitol Hill today for NACAC’s Capitol Hill Briefing, bringing together policymakers and college admission professionals to discuss student access, affordability, and the importance of effective college and career advising. #NACAConCapitolHill

Today’s conversation is focused on an important message: [topic] Policymakers need to understand how students and the professionals who support them experience the process in practice. #NACAConCapitolHill

Sample Social Media Posts: After the Briefing

Thank you to #NACAC for bringing together policymakers and college admission professionals for today’s Capitol Hill Briefing. It was a valuable opportunity to discuss [topic] and the policies that can help students successfully navigate their postsecondary pathways. #NACAC #CollegeAccess

I was grateful for the opportunity to participate in NACAC’s Capitol Hill Briefing today. These conversations matter because federal policy decisions have real implications for students, schools, colleges, and the professionals who support them. #NACAC #CollegeAccess