by Gretchen | Mar 1, 2021 | blog, College Prep, podcast
Note: This podcast episode originally ran on November 24, 2014 as Episode #18. Are you stressed out at this point in the semester? It’s hard to stay motivated in the face of increasing pressure, but it’s not impossible if you consider this checklist of motivation...
by Gretchen | Feb 22, 2021 | blog, College Prep, podcast
The college search process is intimidating for any families; add an “undocumented” status, and it becomes even more complex. In this episode, Megan walks us through some basic things to think about for any undocumented students and families, as well as the...
by Gretchen | Feb 15, 2021 | blog, College Prep, podcast
There is more and more demand for academic coaches! If you are a family considering whether to hire one, listen in to this discussion about how to find the right one… and how to set your student up for success. In this episode, Gretchen engages in conversation with...
by Gretchen | Feb 8, 2021 | blog, College Prep, podcast
Concerned about the high cost of college? Join the club. Megan walks families through seven strategies to reduce the cost of college. This is a “must-listen” for anyone getting started with the college search journey! She covers topics like how to: Collect lower cost...
by Gretchen | Feb 1, 2021 | blog, College Prep, podcast
A crucial life skill we need to teach our teens is how to ask for help and take better advantage of the resources right under their noses. Tune in as Megan and Gretchen brainstorm the resources they wish students would access more than they do, including: the campus...
by Gretchen | Jan 25, 2021 | blog, College Prep, podcast
(This episode originally aired in March 2018) The national average of number of AP classes taken by students admitted to top universities is five to eight total. That’s a lot! Deciding whether to take (or not take) Advanced Placement classes is more complicated that...
