I’m so excited for all of my students who are submitting their first college applications! In the midst of Early Action and Early Decision deadlines, I hope you’re feeling good about your progress. As you put the finishing touches on your applications, aim to submit...
Welcome to senior year! This is an exciting time, with plenty to look forward to over the next several months. But as college application season gets underway there’s also plenty to do, and staying organized will make the months ahead much easier. If you haven’t already...
The Common App is now open for the Class of 2027! Students can resume work on all "My Common App" sections, including the Family section, which did not roll over due to some structural changes. A couple of updates to note: First, the organization name...
Congratulations, Class of 2026! As you sign yearbooks, attend ceremonies and parties, and say goodbye to teachers and classmates, this is a moment to celebrate. Take time to appreciate everything you have accomplished, and especially the people who helped you get here. There are also a...
Congratulations on your college decision! This is such an exciting milestone—one that deserves to be celebrated along with all the traditions of the season: prom, senior week and graduation. I hope you're enjoying these final weeks of high school with pride in all you’ve done...
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! With admission decisions now in hand, this is an exciting moment. Whether you’re ready to commit or still deciding, take a moment to appreciate everything you’ve accomplished to get here. If you’re weighing multiple options, focus on what matters most...
Now that we're into the spring semester, for the most part applications are done, midyear grades have been sent to colleges and students are expecting final decisions by the end of the month. In the meantime, there's important work to do. Be sure to monitor...
For seniors, this is a milestone moment. Most of you have submitted your final applications, and many are celebrating exciting admission offers—congratulations! You’ve worked hard to get here. Even if you’re still waiting on decisions or wrapping up one last application, it’s normal to feel...
At this time of year, seniors are in the midst of a transition: applications are wrapping up, early round decisions are arriving, and attention is starting to shift from applying to what comes next. If you’ve already received good news from an Early Decision or...
Congratulations to everyone who has submitted Early Decision or Early Action applications! You’ve worked hard to reach this point, and I know it feels great to have some of your applications behind you. While you may be taking a well-deserved break, make sure you stay...