PinnedThe Hard Talk: How to Discuss Paying for CollegeFamilies often wait too long to discuss the cost of college with their teens, making tough choices even tougher once admissions decisions…Jul 8, 2021Jul 8, 2021
PinnedHigh School Juniors: Do these 3 things to improve your college application (without even trying)I’m often asked, “What activities will look good on my application?” My answer: Nothing that you did because it would look good on your…Mar 16, 2021Mar 16, 2021
How to Reap the Rewards of your Community College Transfer PathThe secret to a successful community college transfer experience is you.Jun 26Jun 26
ChatGPT is not your friendAs a high school English teacher and an Independent Educational Consultant, my fall seasons are awash in essays. This season’s rains have…Jan 20Jan 20
’Tis the season … of college application self-sabotageParents are wringing their hands as they watch their high school seniors hesitate, procrastinate, and renegotiate their college…Oct 26, 2023Oct 26, 2023
College Q&A: Should I Pick a Less Competitive Major to Gain Admission?As high school seniors begin their college applications this fall, they take stock of their school performance and extracurricular…Sep 4, 2023Sep 4, 2023
How to Support Your High School Senior during College Application SeasonThe fall of senior year can be an intense time— rigorous course loads, part-time jobs, and celebratory events make it hard to find time for…Jul 31, 2022Jul 31, 2022
Should my teen “Pay to Play” to help their college applications?What are “Pay to Play” programs, and are they worth the price to improve my teen’s college admissions chances?Jun 3, 2022Jun 3, 2022
Would I love to tell students not to bother with the SAT? You bet. Am I? Not yet.This March, the California State University system joined the University of California when it officially announced that it will no longer…Apr 5, 2022Apr 5, 2022
The 20 Course Core: Choosing a High School ProgramWhat do colleges want to see on a student’s high school transcript?Jan 20, 2022Jan 20, 2022