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Freshman Year Grades DO Matter
As the school year begins again, let’s address a common question: “Do freshman year grades really matter to colleges?” Absolutely! ...
Back to School Jitters
I always expect my phone line to be busy the first few weeks of school. It’s true that reality sets in for families after the long summer...
Fit. Over Rankings. Please.
Okay, for starters. This isn't just my "opinion"--this is a very well-researched topic. Check out Challenge Success and their white paper...
17 years condensed into 500 words
While it's true school is almost out for summer, for rising seniors, there's one “class” that's just begun. It will take all the energy...
Red Flags. Spot Them In 5 Minutes or Less.
I was trained to spot red flags in college applications. And do it all, in 5 minutes or less. I've been in the trenches--a veteran reader...
Falling in Love on A Campus Tour
Looking for Lisa's 20 Q's Your Teen Should Ask on Campus Visits? Click here to download. I fondly recall my first college tour as a high...
College waitlists suck.
Here’s some serious Straight Talk. AKA Lisa’s post "Ivy Day" a.m. rant. Waitlists are THE most selfish strategy colleges use to ensure...
"A C- Parent on a Good Day"
One of my absolute favorite parent educators, Vicki Hoefle of Duct Tape Parenting, hosted her weekly Ask Vicki FB Live today, and...
Protecting Yourself When The College Board Isn't...
So, you've probably heard by now that The College Board's test security sucks. I mean downright ridiculously awful. Look at the...
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