I hope you're having a fun, restful and meaningful summer. As you savor these last few weeks of vacation, take note of what you've accomplished and add it to your resume or whatever method you've chosen to track your activities. Think inclusively—these don't have to...
Have you been able to check off most of your summer to-do list? You have some time left if you still have things you want to accomplish or enjoy. Make a plan for these last few weeks, because they'll go by quickly! As you get ready...
For 9th graders, my advice about college is simple: put in place what you need to have a smooth transition to high school. You'll have so many academic, extracurricular and social opportunities that you didn't have in middle school, so start the year rested and...
If you're an East Coast student, AP scores are being released this week. Check the schedule for the release date for your state, then consider this advice on using those scores. If you identify areas where you could use additional preparation before college starts in...
Congratulations on finishing a very busy year! I hope you've had an opportunity to take a break and are getting ready to work on applications and essays. You will have a better product and a less stressful process if you start early and take advantage...
[section background_repeat="repeat" background_position="center top" background_attachment="static" background_scroll="none"] Now that you have your final grades, take this opportunity to reflect. How did your school year go? Are you satisfied with your grades, and do you feel they accurately represent the work you did? What about your experiences outside...
[section background_repeat="repeat" background_position="center top" background_attachment="static" background_scroll="none"] Congratulations on finishing your first year of high school! As you take a step back to relax and reflect, think about what you accomplished this year, both in and out of the classroom, and what you hope to achieve next...
The school year is wrapping up and summer is just around the corner! As my students look ahead to vacations and summer activities, I'm pleased to announce that the first of my summer College Essay Workshops for rising seniors will be held on July 11. In...
This last stretch of school after spring break is a busy one with a lot of college activity. Seniors have sent their deposits to the school of their choice, AP and SAT exams are being given, and everyone is starting to turn their attention to...
The recent warm weather might have fooled you into thinking summer is around the corner. While unfortunately that is wishful thinking, you should still be working on your summer plans. Many students will be doing something academic this summer, and that increasingly includes test prep. ...