While mandates concerning school counselors vary from state to state, schools increasingly are recognizing the crucial role that counselors fulfill for students throughout their education. Demand is increasing, but the supply of counseling personnel to fill these position within the U.S. education system is decreasing. Job Outlook for School Counselors The Bureau of Labor Statistics Read More
The college process is hectic, stressful, and time consuming for everyone. I knew I did not want the limited time I had left with my kids to be consumed with talking about test scores, essays, and grades, or worse, riding in silence on our college journeys. Traveling with kids always presents opportunities to learn more Read More
You have likely heard about “soft skills” before. But what are they? Sometimes referred to as “21st-century skills,” “interpersonal skills,” or “applied skills,” they are the skills that are non-technical or specific to a certain job. They are the skills that help you think, communicate with people, and reflect on your experiences. Basically, your young Read More
There are a few things parents and their children need to make sure they do before heading off to college. Here is a list courtesy of Parent Toolkit: Fill out any required forms and documents. There are always forms that slip through the cracks. Your student will need to make sure their college gets a Read More
Are your students considering a career path in Engineering? There are many disciplines they should consider. Engineering is the field of science concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, structures, and machines, and modern engineers use their skills for simple machines, computer technology, and building satellites. Engineering is an occupation with extremely wide Read More
MacCormac College has put together a list of tips your students can use before they take their next test. These include: Breathing techniques – including pro tips on exactly how to moderate their breathing Proper rest – including pro tips on what time they should set their alarm for on test day Hydration – including Read More
This Fall many of your students will begin visiting colleges to try and find their best fit. The college tour/visit is one of the best ways students can get a feel for what the College would be like and also find out if it feels like the place they would like to call home for Read More
The cost of attending College continues to increase faster than the rate of inflation. Many of your students want to attend college but don’t have the funds necessary to pay for it on their own. Grants, scholarships, and federal funding can hopefully cover the bulk of the cost but many times it is still necessary Read More
I recently went to New York City to see Mean Girls, the new musical on Broadway based on Tina Fey’s 2004 movie of the same name. It was excellent! The music was amazing, the lyrics were hilarious, and the cast was fantastic. I am not surprised it was nominated for 12 Tony Awards this year. Read More
More students are considering getting their college education’s online. The cost is much lower and they have a lot more flexibility for work, where they live, etc. BestColleges.com recently surveyed 1,800 college administrators and students about their experience in online education to better understand current trends in distance learning. Here is a brief summary of Read More
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