by Gretchen | Feb 28, 2017 | blog, College Prep, podcast
Did you know that there are more college admissions tests than just the ACT and SAT? Some of these replace the ACT/SAT, and some of them are required in addition to these tests. During this episode, Megan walks us through all the lesser known college admissions tests....
by Gretchen | Feb 21, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, note-taking, podcast
Students struggle to summarize information effectively, often resorting to writing too much or too little in their notes. Gretchen has perfected a technique that adopts symbols from math to help students read more effectively and take notes more efficiently. Tune in...
by Gretchen | Feb 14, 2017 | blog, College Prep, For Parents, podcast
Did you know that you can save more than $20K a year by going to Canadian Universities, as compared to American ones? There are many other reasons why American students might want to consider Canadian universities. Join us as guest expert Whitney Laughlin, Ed.D maps...
by Gretchen | Feb 7, 2017 | blog, College Prep, For Parents, podcast
When parents and students are afraid of their college prospects, they’re more susceptible to scams that prey on this fear. In today’s climate of expensive schools that seem increasingly competitive, this fear and susceptibility can be a problem for families. During...
by Gretchen | Jan 31, 2017 | blog, College Prep, For Parents, podcast, Student Life
Teens and parents! What will you do this summer to have experiences that are both meaningful and impress colleges on your applications? Looking for free and low-cost solutions? Now is the time to start planning. We know it seems super early, but the truth is that many...
by Gretchen | Jan 24, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, College Prep, podcast
Junior year it’s time to start compiling your list of colleges. However, how can you tell if your grades are high enough to be considered by the schools on your list? Megan introduces us to a cool online tool that provides a host of valuable information about what...