College Admissions Guidance

Blog posts about college admissions topics such as essays, extracurriculars, planning, mental health, etc.

Navigating the Transition from Middle School to High School freshman year mental health middle school Apr 25, 2023

The transition from middle school to high school can be both exciting and challenging for many students. It marks a significant milestone in their academic journey, with new opportunities,...

What is college readiness for middle school students? academics boost demonstrated interest extracurricular activities future planning middle school Sep 26, 2021

Students should casually go to local college visits with parents, make it a fun experience. They should investigate different career pathways at career fairs. They should take assessments to...

The Forgotten Middle school: : Ensuring Students are on Target for College and Career Readiness by High School academics boost future planning middle school Sep 26, 2021

The process of preparing students to make successful transitions from middle school to high school is just as important as the process of preparing them to make successful transitions from high...

What are the best electives to take in middle school? extracurricular activities future planning middle school Sep 26, 2021

These fare un and unique middle school electives that students love taking—and teachers love teaching!

Kitchen Science. This elective combines the principles of science with the fun of...

When should you start planning for college? future planning middle school Sep 22, 2021

It’s never too early to start thinking about college. It may seem very far away, but the hard work you put in now should help you later on.
Some experts recommend starting as early...