Senior year is officially underway, and I’m so excited for all that lies ahead for you. While there will be plenty of fun milestones this year, there’s also important work to focus on as college application season ramps up. If you haven’t yet gotten started on...
Welcome to your junior year! As you adjust to a new schedule, give yourself some space to settle into a routine. This year will bring academic challenges, extracurricular commitments, and a bigger focus on college planning, but with thoughtful organization, you can keep everything manageable. Your...
Welcome back to school—I hope it's off to a great start! Even with a year of high school under your belt, it still may feel like a time of transition—adjusting to new classes, getting to know your teachers, and figuring out where you want to...
Welcome to high school! This transition is a big step, and your main goal this year is to make it smooth and build a strong foundation for the years ahead. That means getting comfortable with new routines, staying organized, and getting to know your teachers...
The Common App has officially launched for the new application cycle! Whether you’ve already been working on your materials or are just getting started, now is the time to dig in and make meaningful progress before school ramps back up. The more you complete now,...
You’re already halfway through high school—and the second half can go by even faster. Junior year is often described as the most demanding, so make the most of the time you have left this summer. A few smart moves before school starts can make the...
I hope your summer has been relaxing and fun—and if feels too short, you’re not alone! As the school year approaches, now is the perfect time to reflect and reset. Take stock of your summer goals: What have you accomplished so far? Is there anything...
With school out and your schedule a little lighter, summer is the perfect time to get a start on your college applications—and trust me, your fall self will thank you for it! This is especially true for the writing you'll be doing. A head start...
Summer is the perfect time to pause and take stock of your high school journey so far, and start planning for what’s ahead. One of the best ways to do this is to create or update your résumé. Include everything you spend time on outside...
Summer is the perfect time to pause and reflect on what you want out of your high school experience. What subjects did you enjoy most last year? What made them interesting? What activities outside of class excited you? Taking time to get to know yourself...