Welcome to high school! This transition is a big step, and your main goal this year is to make it smooth and build a strong foundation for the years ahead. That means getting comfortable with new routines, staying organized, and getting to know your teachers...
I hope your summer has been relaxing and fun—and if feels too short, you’re not alone! As the school year approaches, now is the perfect time to reflect and reset. Take stock of your summer goals: What have you accomplished so far? Is there anything...
Summer is the perfect time to pause and reflect on what you want out of your high school experience. What subjects did you enjoy most last year? What made them interesting? What activities outside of class excited you? Taking time to get to know yourself...
Congratulations on finishing (or nearly finishing) your first year of high school! This year may have brought surprises and challenges, but you've taken a big step forward and laid the groundwork for what's to come. Now that summer is here, it’s the perfect time to...
As your first year of high school winds down, you’re in the homestretch—and it’s time to finish strong. Final exams and last-term grades offer a great opportunity to boost your GPA, so make a plan now to set yourself up for success. Start by checking...
April is Internship Awareness Month, as well as National Volunteer Month. That makes this a great time to think about how you want to grow over the course of your high school experience, and what kinds of activities will support that growth. Many of my students...
I’m hearing from 9th graders who are choosing their classes for sophomore year, and many of you have more decisions to make on coursework than you’ve had in previous grades. In general, colleges like to see students challenging themselves, so consider stepping up your level...
As a freshman, your focus should be on exploration—of yourself, your interests, and the opportunities available to you. If you haven’t joined any clubs, sports, or arts programs yet, consider trying something new in the coming weeks. Extracurricular activities not only make high school more...
We're almost at the halfway point in the school year, a great time to reflect on how things are going. Set yourself up for success for the rest of the year by identifying how you learn best, whether it’s through hands-on projects, group study sessions,...
I always tell students that the goal for 9th grade is to lay the foundation for a successful high school experience. As you go through high school, one of the best things you can do to ensure your success is to connect with people who...