by Gretchen | Jul 5, 2018 | College Prep, podcast
Essays are an important component of college applications, but most people– students, parent, and even educators– have little idea what a winning essay looks like or how to write one. Check out these resources that we highlighted on the episode: Megan’s online course...
by Gretchen | Jun 21, 2018 | blog, College Prep, For Parents, podcast, Student Life
As a parent, teacher, mentor there are so many things we need to keep up with as we guide students. One new development at schools in the last year is the rise of vaping amongst teens. Is your student affected by this new trend in tobacco and marijuana consumption? In...
by Gretchen | Jun 14, 2018 | College Prep, podcast
Too many students judge themselves as “stupid” because learning new things feels hard. Understanding this one brain fact goes a long way to helping students feel better about themselves as learners. Tune in as Gretchen explains: What a neuron is and how...
by Gretchen | Jun 7, 2018 | blog, College Prep
Having the right calculator can effect your math scores on the ACT and SAT, yet too many students have the wrong calculator with them. Megan walks you through how to get the right calculator ahead of time. Tune in to explore: Common mistakes students make when...
by Gretchen | May 24, 2018 | blog, College Prep
Many families assume that AP, IB and Dual Credit Courses will help them get ahead and save money in college. However, this is not always the case. Listen in as Megan outlines how these higher level higher school classes in high school will — and won’t! — benefit you...