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Think like an AO (Admissions officer)
Get in their shoes. when you visit a school fair make friends with them. The more you know how they are incentivized and what they want,...
Intellectual curiosity, what?
Admissions officers often value intellectual curiosity above all other traits. Intellectual curiosity is the desire to learn because of...
Preparing for the College Application Process
Preparing for the college application process can be a daunting task, but with the right mindset and preparation, it can also be an...
10 Strategies to Foster a Growth Mindset in your student
Helping students develop a growth mindset requires deliberate effort from teachers/parents, but many of the methods can be easily...
How Extracurriculars and Leadership Tie Into College Applications
As a high school student, you may feel overwhelmed by the prospect of applying to college. While grades and test scores are important,...
What did you do last summer?
I see this essay question often with the harder-to-get-in type of schools. Be careful here, as they expect a solid response. Make summers...
How to Manage Stress and Time During Junior Year
As a high school junior, you are likely to experience a lot of stress and anxiety as you navigate through a crucial year in your academic...
Can I talk about my mental health in my college essay?
Recently, I've noticed a concerning uptick in the number of students asking whether it's appropriate for them to write about mental...
The Middle college journey with Nupur and Pundalik
This conversation involves Harpal Kochar, Nupur, and Pundalik discussing the Middle College program, an educational initiative allowing...
ADHD challenges for high schoolers FAQs
What challenges do students with ADHD face? A changing school environment School can present challenges for many children with ADHD....
