High school is a really important time of a young adult’s life, not because it is any more important than other years, but that the timing of the choice made then has massive impacts on the trajectory of a student’s life for decades to come. A helpful counselor will have the ability not just of Read More
It’s a warm sunny Saturday in May. I’m at Landmark College in Putney Vermont for the Spring Commencement. As I listen to the graduates one after the other, I am struck by the change in outlook over these past few years. Landmark started as a college for dyslexic students and evolved into a more general Read More
Schools, colleges & students’ families must make clear that while ChatGPT is fine for structuring college essays, plagiarism is not. Applying to college is a high-stakes process for students, a crucible of stress and expectations. Many young people feel their fates ride on finding just the right college to reach their dreams. As professionals who Read More
Students who are in interested in pursuing STEM careers (science, technology, engineering & math) have lots of opportunities. The demand for talents in these fields have never been higher. Students who start learning relevant skills now will set themselves up for a successful future and excellent earning potential. Here are some great resources you can Read More
This is the time of year when counselor chat rooms are filled with posts like “Thinking about interviewing for a high school counseling position. Thoughts?” You bet. It’s as easy as remembering the five Cs. Curriculum Most of the people on hiring committees don’t know that, just like there’s a math curriculum and an English Read More
Despite a changing job marketplace and uncertain economy, the National Association of Colleges and Employers reports that employers plan to hire 3.9 percent more graduates from the Class of 2023 than from the Class of 2022. For new Gen Z grads and job seekers in particular, remote and hybrid work options remain a priority when Read More
Helping Students Fuel Their Passion for Healthcare Before Heading to College As a counselor, it’s not always easy to spark excitement and foster passion in your students. However, there are some key practices that you can engage in to help foster curiosity in your students. When it comes to healthcare, it can be beneficial to Read More
This time of year, we talk to a lot of high school counselors and other professionals about gearing up for another college application season. We’d like to share a favorite message we tell our own students at the beginning of every season. Trust yourself. This is your journey, so own the process. When you are Read More
As the end of the school year approaches, many students are already thinking ahead to the next academic year. For high school students, senior year is an important time that requires preparation and planning. Here are some things your students can do over the summer to get ready for their senior year of high school: Read More
Your student has decided on which school he/she will attend. Now what? Here is a great webinar that lays out everything that your students should do before setting foot on campus this Fall. The webinar is hosted by Kristina Dooley, President of Estrela Consulting, Elizabeth Pyle, Founder & President of College Success Plan and Catherine Read More
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