Category Archives: Exploring College Options

Items in this category encourage students and families to explore the varied and diverse routes to identifying academic, professional, and co-curricular goals. Items in this category will also assist students to find colleges and universities that will support them in reaching these goals.

Summer ‘to do’ list can provide a less stressful senior fall

Summer is nearly here and those of you with students who are about to finish their junior year in high school are breathing a sigh of collective relief—11th grade is nearly behind us! However, don’t let the lazy days of … Continue reading

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The Relevance of Algebra and Other Truths

“Mom, what possible relevance will Algebra have in my life?” This is what my eighth grader asked me recently as he grumbled over his homework. I remember feeling similarly when I was in middle and high school and often asked … Continue reading

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For parents of eighth graders–high school has come a knockin’!

If you have an eighth grader in the house, you have probably started to hear about high school –the variety of courses offered, the early start to the day, the unbelievable amount of homework, and when can I have unlimited … Continue reading

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Senior Year 101: Reduce the Stress of the College Application Process in a Few Easy Steps!

Are you or your child spending some sleepless nights thinking about the start of senior year and the college selection process?   Here is some advice on how to get yourself (or your student) situated for a great start to the … Continue reading

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