parenting college students

Over the Years, I’ve Noticed Something About ADHD Students Over the years, working with hundreds of students, I’ve noticed something remarkable: my ADHD students share a spark. It’s not just…

Inspired by Lindsay Pollack and insights from Jeff Selingo’s “From College to Career” webinar As students and families navigate decisions about majors, internships, and the ever-evolving world of work, one…

What Are BS/MD and EAP Programs? BS/MD (or BA/MD) These Direct Medical Programs offer conditional or guaranteed acceptance into a medical school while the student is still in high school.…

As AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly embedded in classrooms and study routines, parents are asking: Is this helping or harming my teen’s learning? A groundbreaking new study from the…

What is the Common Data Set—and How Do You Use It for College Planning? If you’re helping a high school student research colleges, you’ve probably run into a lot of…

The world of test prep is changing—and for students with ADHD and other learning differences, it’s finally becoming more equitable, effective, and empowering. For decades, the traditional test prep model—lengthy…

As students head into summer, here’s a lens to help them get the most out of whatever they choose to do—whether it’s a job, internship, project, or service. There’s a…

College Planning for sophomores, what to do in sophomore year of high school, college counselor, college consulting services, how to prepare for college, college readiness for teens Most families don’t…

College Decision Day is the deadline by which students must accept an offer of admission and submit their enrollment deposit. It’s a moment of celebration—but it can also bring stress,…

Congratulations on your teen’s college admission—what a huge milestone! They did it—and so did you. The hard work, the waiting, the wondering…it’s all led to this moment. And while it…