The most important criteria in college admission are your grades, and a strong finish in your classes over the next few weeks can help give you a strong start on your transcript. There's still time to make a real impact, so see your teachers if...
I'm pleased to announce two sessions I'm offering on college planning. On May 10 I'll be hosting College Admissions: A Road Map for 9th and 10th Grade Students at the Hill Center, followed by A Road Map for the Class of 2019 on May 16. Both sessions will cover what...
Decisions, decisions! With acceptances in hand I hope you have wonderful options on the table. For most students cost is a consideration, so for guidance on appealing financial aid offers, take a look at this recent article as well as these two from previous years. ...
At this point in the year you should be in regular contact with your school counselor and you may have been asked to complete a questionnaire or brag sheet for him or her. Be thoughtful and thorough, since this information will help your counselor advise...
Final exams are approaching, and now is the time to create a study plan. Need some help? Smith Rivas is offering an excellent study skills session on April 22 at the Hill Center. After all, who wouldn’t want “Better Grades in Less Time?” To register,...
Your first high school final exams are coming up and they’re an important opportunity to boost your grades for the year. As you start to prepare, check out the “Better Grades in Less Time” workshop on April 22 at the Hill Center. Smith Rivas can...
Your school counselor’s midyear report has gone out by now, so check the portal of each of your colleges to make sure nothing is missing as admission committees make their final decisions. You should get notifications from all your schools by the beginning of April...
For all the DCPS and charter school students who took the SAT this week, I hope it went well. To those of you taking it tomorrow, be sure to get a good night’s sleep and review the test-day checklist in advance so you’ll be ready...
As you choose your junior year classes, remember that colleges consider the rigor of your curriculum in addition to your grades and test scores. I always recommend a course load that is challenging but not overwhelming. In other words, take the most challenging classes you...
Now that you’ve settled in, gotten some grades and joined some clubs, it’s time to start keeping a record of your high school experience. This will help you track your accomplishments and reflect on the growth you have over time in your academics and activities. ...