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Category: Grade Levels

Spotlight: How to Make The Most of College

College is a beautiful opportunity that a lot of kids undervalue. So let's talk about how to start making the most of college from day one.

Freshman Tips: 5 Steps to Balance Technology for Learning

Teachers, administrators, and students need technology. Everyone in the classroom is figuring out how to balance technology for learning.

Finishing the UC Application Over Thanksgiving Break

I remember as a senior, college applications loomed large around this time of year. And I had barely cracked the UC essays. I sat in my living room, staring at the questions, hoping the essays would just write themselves.

3 Brain Hijacks to Stop Procrastinating

You've checked your phone so many times that your wrist is sore. So, you take a break, staring at the ceiling. Maybe it's time for a snack? Maybe it's time to go to bed early? But maybe, just maybe,Â it's time to stop procrastinating on your big assignment.

Senior Strategies: Writing the Common App

With nearly every single private school on the platform, almost every applicant will complete this one. So, let's get writing the Common App!

Finishing Apps Before the Holidays

This article will take you through some pointers on finishing apps before the holidays, so you can enjoy yourself instead.

Senior Strategies: Talking to Current College Student(s)

At this point in time, the application part of college planning is slowly winding down. Before looking to the new calendar year, applicants should take advantage of the extended breaks to reconnect with friends and classmates who are returning from their first semester of college.

How to Prepare for College During Winter Break

Many universities offer STEM focused camps to get more students interested in science majors. While it's easy to find a local STEM program, you should know that there are two great camps that offer a unique experience.Â

7 Tips for Choosing Which Colleges to Visit

College visits are a great way to learn more about a school before you apply—”to let you imagine yourself on campus and get a better sense of whether you feel at home there, something that can be hard to figure out from reading about a place online.Â