You’ve just about made it through what’s often the most intense year of high school, and you deserve a chance to relax and recharge. At the same time, summer is a key opportunity to prepare for college applications before senior year begins. First things first: if...
Congratulations, Class of 2025! My students have been busy with yearbook signings, performances, senior week, prom, and graduation, and I’m so excited for all of you as you prepare to take your next steps!Whether you're heading to college, taking a gap year, or pursuing another...
You’re at the halfway point of your high school experience—congrats! Before you dive into summer fun, take some time to reflect on the goals you set this year. What went well? What would you do differently? Use those insights to set a few goals for the months ahead.
If you’re traveling this summer, consider visiting colleges near your destination, especially if you've got a trip planned for mid- to late-August when colleges may be back in session and you can see a typical day on campus. Visiting a variety of campuses—big and small, urban and rural—will help you get a feel for what might be the right fit. Then you can make your junior year visits more focused and productive.
This is also the perfect time to plan for standardized testing. In fact, it's one of the best ways to make your junior year less stressful. Most juniors will take their first SAT or ACT between February and April next year, but planning now can give you more options and perhaps use some open time this summer for test prep. To get started, take a diagnostic of each test, choose the one that suits you best, and consider starting prep this summer. If you need help developing your plan, or guidance on other college-related topics, I’d love to hear from you.
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...