I swore I would not be the kind of mom who micro-managed my kids' college applications. No helicoptering for me. No sirree, I was too wise and evolved for that kind of shallow "my kids define me" mentality.My grandparents and my parents went to college. I went to college. My kids work hard and play hard at good schools; all predictors were excellent that my children would go to … [Read more...] about Staying Out of Our Kids’ College Applications
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Helping Your Teen Put Together College Applications
So what does it take to get into college? Well, the answer depends on quite a few factors. The type of major, high school academics, standardized test scores, teacher recommendations, the personal statement, the interview, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills…the list goes on and on. That’s why, as I’ve said many times before, it’s best to start thinking about … [Read more...] about Helping Your Teen Put Together College Applications
How to Study for the SAT Exam
The SAT standardized test, originally known as the Scholastic Aptitude Test, provides percentile scores used by many college admissions committees in evaluating college applications. The test covers mainly reading, writing and Math reasoning skill sets. Today, several additional and separate SAT subject tests also enable young people to demonstrate advanced knowledge in … [Read more...] about How to Study for the SAT Exam
Seventeen: College Goals $100 Visa Gift Card Giveaway
Thank you to Bluestreak Books for partnering with us for this giveaway! I remember how stressful it was taking the SAT, filling out applications, contemplating the personal essay and getting recommendations from teachers... Now we have the pleasure of helping our kids navigate this path. My son is in high school and it's daunting to think about all he has to go through to … [Read more...] about Seventeen: College Goals $100 Visa Gift Card Giveaway
College Acceptance – Then and Now
All across the country high school seniors are anxiously awaiting their acceptance notices from colleges and universities. My daughter is one of those seniors. She has spent four years in high school studying hard to keep her GPA high, playing sports, joining clubs and taking part in all aspects of high school life to build her resume in hopes that a college or university will … [Read more...] about College Acceptance – Then and Now