Letters of recommendation carry varying weight, depending on the perspective of the college or university and who writes them. Many colleges have limited the number of recommendations they will read. The more selective colleges may ask for one – three teacher recommendation letters and 0 – 3 non-teacher letters. Some colleges specify that they don’t Read More
If your student is taking the PSAT this October, there are a few important updates to be aware of, especially since the format looks a lot different than it did just a couple of years ago. First things first: the PSAT is now 100% digital. That means no more bubbling in answers with a pencil. Read More
With the FAFSA® application opening soon, now’s the perfect time to help your students separate fact from fiction. Below are a few of the most common myths from Going Merry that they debunk on the regular: Want to read the full list of myths and see the truths? Check out the Top 10 FAFSA® Myths Read More
In today’s digital age, social media can be a powerful tool — but it also comes with responsibilities. It’s important for students to understand the impact of what they post online, not only for their personal safety but also for their future academic and professional opportunities. Here are some general rules all students should keep Read More
National College Fair Cincinnati September 28, 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM National College Fair Greater Fort Lauderdale September 28, 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM National College Fair Nashville September 30, 2025 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM STEM College and Career Fair Houston October 5, 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM National College Fair Read More
Please consider participating in a research study on the supervisory experiences of rural school counselors with district-level leaders. This work will prove insightful and transformative for school counselors in the field. Participants qualify if currently employed as a Counselor in a rural classified district or school in the U.S. and have at least 3 years Read More
As student-athletes head back to the classroom this month to sharpen both their athletic and academic skills, new analysis of nearly 700,000 resumes from LiveCareer identifies key areas where athletes both excel and lag when it comes to communicating their transferable skills to potential employers. Key Gaps in Student-Athlete Resumes: Have any student-athletes you are Read More
Senior year is here—and while the energy of final year of high school is exciting, it’s also crunch time if you’re applying to college, especially if you have Early Action deadlines in October or November. The truth is: September can make or break your application timeline. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to be Read More
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) have a wide range of career options. They can work in schools, hospitals, or private practice. This flexibility means there is almost always steady demand, no matter where they are in life. It also allows SLPs to gain diverse experiences, whether they prefer working with children or adults. Becoming a speech-language pathologist Read More
Students with special needs can sometimes face challenging problems that disrupt their learning process which is why, as Counselors, we need to make sure we are equipped with the right pedagogical tools and strategies to help this group of learners thrive and shine. Here is a collection of apps/resources that can help students with special Read More
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