Congratulations to all of you who have submitted your first round of applications! Keep checking your application portals to make sure all of your documents are being processed, especially your financial aid materials once the FAFSA opens on December 1. While you're waiting, you can...
PSAT scores are out and if you haven't already done so, it's time to finalize your testing plan. Compare your PSAT with a practice ACT score (making sure to use a PSAT comparison chart, not an SAT chart), choose your test and map out your...
Most students have gotten a first round of grades and I hope yours were great! Colleges care about a lot of different factors in admissions, but not surprisingly academics are the top priority. As you go through high school you’ll be taking courses that are...
I always tell students that the goal for 9th grade is to lay the foundation for a successful high school experience. As you go through high school, one of the best things you can do to ensure your success is to connect with people who...
We're in the midst of Early Action and Early Decision deadlines, and I’m so excited for students who have been sending out their first applications and even getting admission offers! As you put the finishing touches on your applications, aim to submit them at least...
Juniors are generally busy in October with increasingly challenging academics and extracurricular activities that are ramping up. I hope you're enjoying your classes and finding enjoyment and meaning in your sports, visual and performing arts, clubs, and other things you spend time on. This is...
The school year is now in full swing and I hope everything is going well! Now that you've settled into the year, think about what you're enjoying—and do more of it. For example, what classes are you liking best? Can you find opportunities to explore...
Now that we're a few months into the school year I hope you've been able to get into a routine that's working for you, and are building strong relationships with your teachers. I also hope you're exploring the new opportunities that high school offers. If...
Welcome to senior year, Class of 2025! This is such an exciting time, and I’m thrilled for all the opportunities and milestones ahead of you. While there’s plenty of fun to come, there’s also some important work to tackle first. In addition to your coursework,...
I hope back-to-school season has been treating you well. It’s an exciting time for the Class of 2026 with the year’s new academic challenges, extracurricular involvement and increased focus on college planning. If you set goals for the year (which I suggest you do), experts...