by Gretchen | Nov 25, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
Study Smorgasbord! Gretchen lists more than 15 anti-boring strategies students can choose from as they prepare for final exams, to make sure that they’re practicing retrieval and encoding in new ways. Tune in to learn: The 3 most important steps any student needs to...
by Gretchen | Nov 18, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
For students open to spending a few years in military service after college graduation, the ROTC offers generous scholarships. Join us for an interview with Lieutenant Colonel Robert Kirkland, as he explains how families might take advantage of this opportunity....
by Gretchen | Nov 14, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
In today’s episode, Megan responds to a mom’s question about how to choose what schools her son has a chance of getting into based on his high SAT but average GPA scores. Here’s Sandra’s question: Any tips on how to be honest about chances of a senior with very high...
by Gretchen | Nov 14, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
We love it when families reach out with questions! Today Megan and Gretchen tackle topics related to college admissions, the Duke TIP program for 7th graders, homeschooling, and more! Switching to ACT. My son thought the SAT would be his test, but turns out he...
by Gretchen | Nov 14, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
Getting students to persist through college is as — or more! — important than getting in. But families often put so much effort into the first part of the process that they forget to pay attention to the second. Gretchen and Megan chronicle six challenges that...
by Gretchen | Oct 21, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
Does college still work? Is the system designed just to protect the privileged and leave everyone else behind? Or can a college education today provide real opportunity to young Americas. Join us for an interview with journalist and author Paul Tough, who has just...
