Road Map, Seniors, Uncategorized / 19.04.2018

Decisions, decisions!  With acceptances in hand I hope you have wonderful options on the table.  For most students cost is a consideration, so for guidance on appealing financial aid offers, take a look at this recent article as well as these two from previous years. ...

Road Map, Seniors / 09.03.2018

Your school counselor’s midyear report has gone out by now, so check the portal of each of your colleges to make sure nothing is missing as admission committees make their final decisions.  You should get notifications from all your schools by the beginning of April...

Juniors, Road Map / 09.03.2018

For all the DCPS and charter school students who took the SAT this week, I hope it went well.  To those of you taking it tomorrow, be sure to get a good night’s sleep and review the test-day checklist in advance so you’ll be ready...

Road Map, Sophomores / 09.03.2018

As you choose your junior year classes, remember that colleges consider the rigor of your curriculum in addition to your grades and test scores.  I always recommend a course load that is challenging but not overwhelming.  In other words, take the most challenging classes you...

Freshmen, Road Map / 09.03.2018

Now that you’ve settled in, gotten some grades and joined some clubs, it’s time to start keeping a record of your high school experience.  This will help you track your accomplishments and reflect on the growth you have over time in your academics and activities. ...

Road Map, Seniors / 06.02.2018

If you’re a Washington, DC senior and have applied to public colleges or universities, DC-area schools or HBCUs, the DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DC TAG) application is now available.  Be sure to complete and submit this, as well as the FAFSA, as soon as possible...

Juniors, Road Map / 06.02.2018

Many students who are taking the March SAT and April ACT are working hard on test prep.  There are so many options available now, including online videos and practice questions, interactive online courses and tutoring, in-person courses and tutoring, and of course old-school study guides. ...

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