When students take AP, IB and AICE courses, they are studying college-level material while they’re in high school. These courses challenge students to explore topics in depth and work at a higher level by incorporating critical thinking, analysis, synthesis, multiple perspectives, and verbal communication skills. In a high school that uses a weighted GPA system,…
School is starting–but with some significant changes. Is your student ready to make the most of this new way of “going to school”? Here are some practical tips for studying from home. 1. Stay organized. Physical organization leads to mental organization. Create an independent workspace free of clutter and distraction for schoolwork. Keep the space stocked with books, computer,…
It’s 2020! A new year, a new decade! There’s plenty of time to add resolutions to your list. International College Counselors has a few suggestions which can launch you into a strong college trajectory. Commit to getting good grades. You’ve been working hard to get to this point for 10+ years. You can’t win by quitting before the finish…
Summer is over. Days of camp, relaxing, and no homework are history. For high school students, it’s time to buckle down and get back in the grind. Keep your focus on the goal: college. And, not just any college, but the right one. If college is the goal it’s critical to do well in high…
An important part of being the parent of a high school student is keeping your student motivated. Yes, a teenager should be self-motivated, but in the real world, more often they’re not. Self-motivated students are, in fact, extremely rare. However, you can get your student moving with much less nagging. Here are some ways to…