Finding Your Best-Fit School: Taking A Look At The Different Types Of Colleges & Universities
Researching colleges can be an incredibly overwhelming task – after all, there are over 2,000 four-year colleges and universities in the United States alone. However, it’s also a pretty essential task. The sooner high schoolers start thinking about colleges, the better, and current 11th-graders need to be building their school list now! But with so […]
The Resurgence of Standardized Testing: Universities Begin to Reinstate ACT and SAT Requirements for Admissions
When the COVID-19 pandemic first started, many colleges and universities enacted test-optional admissions policies. “Test-optional” is exactly what it sounds like – it means that submitting ACT or SAT scores is optional when applying to that particular school. Some colleges have always had test-optional policies, which makes them a great fit for students who might […]
Combatting Senioritis: Strategies for Excelling in Your Last Semester of High School
For high school seniors, it’s easy to feel like there’s no reason to put in the effort during your last semester, especially if you’ve already been accepted into college. It’s such a widespread phenomenon that there’s even a name for it: senioritis. If you’re suffering from this affliction, it can be difficult to overcome it […]
ADHD in the Classroom: Navigating Essential Accommodations for Student Success
For many students with ADHD, school can be incredibly challenging. ADHD can affect many aspects of your child’s academic life, from their focus in class to their ability to keep up with the work. While it may be difficult for you or your child to admit that they need extra support, the right accommodations can […]
Will AI Be Assessing Your College Application?
If you’ve been reading the news lately, you might know that AI – artificial intelligence – is a hot topic across many sectors right now, including education. The role of AI in education is a contentious issue, and concerns have been raised from the perspective of both students and educators. In the realm of college […]
The Link Between Study Skills and Self-Esteem
You’re at a job interview, and you’re given an exceptionally tricky logic puzzle to complete. You’re told that the hiring manager is looking for someone who is naturally gifted at puzzles. When you inevitably struggle to figure out the puzzle, you instantly feel defeated. You’re clearly not naturally gifted – this puzzle was going to […]
Tips for Building Great Relationships With Your Teachers
The title of “teacher’s pet” used to be thrown out as an insult, but as you approach college admissions season, it’s a title you should enthusiastically pursue. While I’m not encouraging you to be insincere, or a suck-up, prioritizing a good relationship with your teacher is incredibly important. When you have good rapport with your […]
Is Your Child STAAR-Ready?
Though it’s often hard to remember in the haze of our post-holiday blues, spring is coming and it’ll be here before we know it. And with spring comes a new round of STAAR tests, at least for Texan public school students in grades 3 to 12. According to the Texas Education Agency, “STAAR tests are […]
Everything to Know About 2024-2025 FAFSA Changes
The FAFSA, aka the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is the form needed to determine a student’s eligibility for federal and state financial assistance, which can look like grants, scholarships, work-study funds, and student loans. The process is free and typically takes applicants under one hour to complete, and it can be the difference maker […]
How Juniors Can Make The Most Of Winter Break
Most high school students spend weeks looking forward to winter break, and for good reason: it provides some much-needed rest and relaxation after a busy fall semester. This is especially true for 11th-graders, as junior year is often the busiest for students. High school juniors are balancing an increasingly challenging academic workload, extracurriculars, and now, […]