Sometimes we unintentionally discourage our kids from reading. I know. It’s hard to believe, but it’s true. Here’s what not to do — and why. 1. Having the Wrong Books If you only have Steinbeck…
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New survey reveals the 10 things they consider most important in judging students’ applications. In its annual survey of college counselors, the National Association for College Admission Counseling reports that colleges accepted 65.8% of freshman…
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When writing a college admissions essay, your natural tendency may be to emphasize your victories while also downplaying your less successful moments. However, by masking your failures, you sacrifice a powerful opportunity to distinguish yourself…
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Is your student applying for college this 2016-2017 school year? It’s time to start thinking about what they should write about. Remember: the earlier they start, the more time they will have to think back…
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As a student at South Pasadena High School, Katherine Uriarte aced six Advanced Placement classes, got top scores on her ACT, served in student government and nailed a summer internship at Caltech. It wasn’t enough…
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After four years of grueling work, the moment had arrived. Maria Contreras, a Hollywood High School senior, huddled with her family around her computer and checked her inbox. There it was. Click. “Congratulations!” the March…
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A child psychologist argues punishment is a waste of time when trying to eliminate problem behavior. Instead, he advocates for a radical technique in which parents positively reinforce the behavior they do want. Say you…
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If a superstore has impacted your life, you might want to write about it. It seems 18-year-old high school senior Brittany Stinson submitted an essay about her love for Costco and got some pretty good…
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TO: America’s colleges and universities FR: America’s high school students RE: Please make the college admissions process less daunting and more collaborative, creative, engaging and in tune with the Digital Age. Oh, and while you’re…
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College is a more profitable investment than ever, but graduates are pessimistic about the value of their degrees. Going to college is probably a more profitable investment than ever, but the people investing in it don’t seem to think…
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