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The Road to College Admissions
Lost for where to start your journey to attending college? Wondering if you’re way behind your peers? Confused about what step comes next?
January 6, 2021
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Lost for where to start your journey to attending college? Wondering if you’re way behind your peers? Confused about what step comes next?
Are you about to embark on final years of your school journey? They are crucial and will play a major role in determining where and what you might study in college. The courses you take, the friends you make and activities you get involved in at your high school are all influencing factors. When considering which high school to attend, it’s important to choose one where you can thrive, encouraging academic and personal growth.
I recently offered to help my procrastination-prone younger brother edit his college applications. He brought his essays to me the night they were due, giving me his analysis of his own study skills: “I always do my assignments last-minute, and I’m doing fine,” which is ostensibly true—he’s a stellar high school student with impressive extracurriculars.
Students often ask us what they should do in middle school to get ready for college. Wondering what middle schoolers can do for college admissions?
“Don’t live life with regrets.” That’s what everyone says. Read through this article for some first-hand high school advice, from me to you.
Choosing the right high school for you can be an overwhelming process, since there are so many options available! Beyond standard public and private schoools, some of you may be considering boarding school, which is not discussed as often. As a boarding school graduate, I have shared my own high school experience and some boarding school pros & cons to help you make an informed decision!
Choosing the right high school for you can be an overwhelming process, since there are so many options available! Beyond standard public and private schoools, some of you may be considering boarding school, which is not discussed as often. As a boarding school graduate, I have shared my own high school experience and some boarding school pros & cons to help you make an informed decision!
Choosing the right high school for you can be an overwhelming process, since there are so many options available! Beyond standard public and private schoools, some of you may be considering boarding school, which is not discussed as often. As a boarding school graduate, I have shared my own high school experience and some boarding school pros & cons to help you make an informed decision!
Middle school is finally over! While students are getting ready for the summer, they also have a new daunting task: how to select your high school.
Curious about what path will set your student up for the most success in college? This article offers the unique perspective of a former Bay Area high school student, reflecting on their own journey. Keep in mind, this post is written primarily for Bay Area students and their parents. However, holding these tenets in mind as you choose a high school is always useful, no matter where you attend school!
