May 1st is right around the corner—the weather is warmer, flowers are blooming, and high school seniors are tasked with deciding where they will go to college in the fall. In addition to being a celebration of springtime, May 1st is also National Decision Day. If your student has been accepted to more than one…
One of the most important parts of a college application, the letters of recommendation, aren’t even completed by students; the letters are completed by your counselor and typically, two teachers. Most private colleges require one counselor and one or two teacher recommendations. Of the colleges that request letters of recommendation, many consider them to be…
In March 2020, schools began closing because of COVID-19. Since then, the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the education of millions of high school and college students. Colleges, universities, and high schools alike have had to adapt, and many of these adaptations will likely have long-term effects on the future of education. As we reach the…
Writing a resume as a high school student may seem like a daunting task. You might be asking yourself, “Why do I need a resume?” or “What will my resume look like if I don’t have much work experience?” It is important to know that resumes have many benefits: Many colleges and universities will require…
It’s that time of year! March Madness is here, and we are well on our way to the Final Four. While some will be celebrating successful brackets, high school seniors will be celebrating college acceptances. However, for many, that decision will be far less cut-and-dried than a simple “Yes.” After months of waiting, a number…