Congratulations to all the seniors who have finalized their college decisions! It’s an exciting moment as you sport your college gear, register for orientation, and dream about the next four years. I hope you’re soaking up all the fun of this season. But don't lose...
Whether you’re finishing AP exams this week, preparing for finals, or getting ready for the SAT or ACT, I know this is a high-pressure time. Keep doing your best to finish strong—your performance now helps set the stage for a successful college application process. As your...
For those of you taking AP exams, I hope they've been going well. Next step: preparing for finals. This is a critical time to focus—your efforts now can boost both your exam scores and final grades. Create a study schedule you can stick to, and...
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...
Congratulations to the Class of 2025! Whether you've finalized your choice or are still weighing your options before the May 1 deposit deadline, take a moment to recognize everything you’ve accomplished. This is a major milestone—and one worth pausing for. If you're still deciding where to...
A year from now you’ll be finalizing your college decision, and to get to that point with confidence, now is the time to start preparing. Your first priority should continue to be your academics--get the best grades you can in your current classes, and on...
As you head toward the finish line of 10th grade, this is a great time to begin exploring what you might want in your college experience without the pressure of building an actual college list just yet. Visiting a few local campuses can help you...
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...
As a long-time DC resident and former federal employee, I'm acutely aware that many of my friends and neighbors are experiencing or may be anticipating significant financial disruption. On February 11, I hosted a webinar for families who are facing financial challenges and have children...
One of the best parts of working with students is hearing from them as offers of admission roll in. By April 1, most students will receive all remaining decisions, and the deadline to commit is May 1. Be sure to check your college portals to...