Students are not always sure which “optional” essays are truly optional. Use Wow coachJoe Kane’s insight to guide you and your students. Joe has been with Wow since 2013. Healso runs a youth writing program in Nashville, and is a wonder with any type of student. At the end of a recent brainstorm session, one Read More
Have you ever thought about pursuing college counseling on a private basis, either as a side hustle, working for a company, or starting your own company? Do you wonder about the pros, cons, practical challenges, and great rewards of this work? If so, please join a candid (and unrecorded) conversation with four IECs who were Read More
Security studies are a robust and diverse education pathway that, let’s face it, very few 18-year-olds have on the mind. As a counselor, you come across many different types of students, and yet one category that is most likely underrepresented on the list of students you interact with regularly is the child with a keen Read More
In our weekly staff meetings, we always discuss student wins and challenges. No matter how many years of experience we have with the Wow Method, we’re always learning. Here’s some insight from David Bersell, who has been with us for more than seven years, has worked with hundreds of students, trained countless IECs and school Read More
Calling 5-12 STEM Educators, CTE Instructors & Current Pre-Service Teachers – Applications are now OPEN for the 2026 LiftOff Summer Institute! The theme of this year’s LiftOff Educator Institute is Moon to Mars: A New Era of Discovery. The program will focus on how NASA, commercial space companies, and research institutions are working together to Read More
Have any students planning to attend a NACAC fair this Fall or Spring or possibly a local college fair? If so, NACAC has published some great tips your students can use for before, during and after the fair. Before the Fair Register online before the fair to receive a barcode for easy onsite access to Read More
Some of your students who may not plan to attend College can boost their wages by getting certified. Recent LiveCareer analysis identifies the top professional certifications that boost wages without the cost of a four-year degree. The full report (including top jobs for each credential) is available here. These seven certifications stood out for offering Read More
Four-year university, community college, gap year or another path? For autistic students, a summer program can provide real-world clues about which direction makes the most sense after high school graduation. A well-run program lets teens practice independence, build social confidence and discover whether they’re prepared for the next step. As a high school counselor, you’ve Read More
Check out this new blog for practical college counseling support. This blog was started by Jeremy Kasten with one simple goal in mind: to make college counseling feel a little more manageable and a lot less lonely. Each post is short, practical, and always includes a free downloadable tool (checklists, templates, meeting guides, etc.). It’s Read More
A strong letter of recommendation can definitely bolster a college application. Unfortunately, too few students understand the importance of this pivotal piece of the college admissions puzzle. The norm seems to be that students wait until the last minute to ask the most popular teacher. What’s wrong with that picture? Just about everything. Teachers, coaches, Read More
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