The tricks to help your teen stand out on a college essay
Fall is here and the class of 2022 is entering the horrifying college application season. This time of year is stressful for parents and teens alike. For me, August to …
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Guiding your teen on applying for college
Fall is here, and for thousands of parents that means the stressful season of helping their child navigate college applications is beginning. But before you even start the applications your …
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Advice for parents who have teens applying for college
Applying to college can be an extremely stressful occasion for both parents and their kids. Countless essays are written, tests taken, options considered, and it all culminates when a life-changing …
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What will your marriage look like after the kids are gone?
Kids are often the glue that holds a marriage together. And that’s not a good thing. I’m not a big fan of TV personality Dr. Phil, but one day as …
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Five care packages college students will love
College students have begun heading out to their new homes, a first for many. This creates a bit of anxiety for parents as well as students. For most young adults, …
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Must-Haves for Your Teen’s Freshman Year of College
The time has come. Your high school senior has graduated, made it into the college of their choice, and will soon be flying the nest. It’s hard to let them …
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Nostalgia for A Time That Isn’t Over (My Son’s About To Leave For College)
Have you ever found nostalgic for a time that you’re still in? Better question: Are you following your high school senior around the house, trying to hold on to the …
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I Hope the SATs Go Away Forever
I have a son going to college in September, and thanks to his Early Action application, we are done with college stress until my daughter applies in four years. He …
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A College Student’s Advice on Perfect Gifts for Your High School Grad
Getting the perfect gift for a graduating high schooler can be hard. My sister is currently a senior so looking for a present to congratulate her on all her work …
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Reflections on Dorm Life: 2020 May Have Some Benefits for Students
Let me paint a picture of my freshman year experience. In 2014 I headed off to start my first year at the University of Minnesota, five hours from my home …
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What is the 2020 College Application Process Going to Look Like?
As a mom of a senior applying to college in 2020, I have been reading every piece of news I can from universities around the globe, how they are handling …
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Covid-19 and College Applications
As if helping your high school students plan for college wasn’t stressful enough, the global health pandemic has added a new wrinkle, albeit a very large one, to the college …
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