When you think about what you'd like to get out of your high school experience, use the summer to get to know yourself better. What were your strong subjects last year? Are they the ones you enjoyed the most? When you think about the subjects...
This is my first message to the Class of 2023. Thanks for reading! Now that you've had a little time to regroup from the school year, take some time to reflect on your middle school experience as you look ahead to high school. What went well,...
Congratulations to all of you! As you close out your high school career I hope you take the many opportunities you'll have to reflect on all you’ve accomplished. And don't forget to take your opportunities to thank everyone who helped you along the way. For those...
Congratulations on finishing 11th grade! You’ve done so much this year and you’ve earned a break, so make sure you take one before you turn your attention to college applications. Give yourself time to do some activities you enjoy, catch up with friends and family,...
Believe it or not, you’re halfway through high school! You probably found 10th grade to be more challenging than 9th in both the level of difficulty and the amount of work. You also probably found some things went better this year than they did the...
You've completed your first year of high school! How did it go? Summer is a valuable opportunity to catch your breath and reflect on your year. Think about the goals you set, what you accomplished, what you enjoyed, what you found meaningful and what you...
May 1st has come and gone and most of you have paid your deposits and are sporting T-shirts from the school that will one day be your alma mater. Now that your decision has been made, be sure to keep on top of the details,...
Good luck to everyone taking AP and IB exams! If you're testing this week focus on that, but when the dust settles consider attending one of the college information sessions coming to DC this month (or see when they'll be in your area). Your college...
To all of you who are in the midst of AP exams, good luck! I hope they're going well. Last month I recommended that students do at least one college tour before the end of 10th grade. College representatives are also traveling around the country to...
You're in the homestretch! With your first high school finals approaching, make the most of these last few weeks and any support your teachers offer for preparing and studying for exams. Your peers can also be great resources, especially if you can motivate each other...