This conversation involves Harpal Kochar, Nupur, and Pundalik discussing the Middle College program, an educational initiative allowing high school students to take college courses for credit. Nupur shares her experience, noting the benefits of earning guaranteed college credits through community college courses, which can expedite the completion of a degree. She distinguishes between Middle College and the more competitive College Advantage program, highlighting that Middle College participants still must complete high school requirements while taking college courses. Nupur emphasizes the program's financial advantages, including free tuition and textbook reimbursements and the application process involving essays, GPA requirements, and interviews. The discussion also touches on the strategic advantages of community college for undecided students, offering an environment to explore interests and make informed decisions about their future studies. The conversation concludes with reflections on the value of community college as a space for personal and academic growth, underscoring the importance of making informed decisions tailored to individual goals and circumstances. Summary The experience of getting into middle college. The process of applying. Community college benefits. The importance of networking. How do you know what’s the right thing to do? Why Nupur wanted to go to community college. Transitioning from high school 11th grade to middle college. The California High School Proficiency Test. California high school proficiency test vs. middle college proficiency test. What the senior year looks like at Middle College. How many credits do you need to finish your associate’s? How much it costs to go to community college? The application process for College Advantage. The one advantage of doing middle college over college is that if you’re in college, you still have to take your history and physics. The middle college vs. college advantage. How to get 22 credits per year. I was struggling with high school math. The middle college has an age requirement of 16. How many people apply for the program? Junior year vs. senior year applications. How many students apply for the program? Advantage of community college vs. middle college. Transfer agreements and transfer agreements. What’s the transfer acceptance guarantee? The Transfer acceptance guarantee (TAG) advantage Community college is about creating an environment for students. The importance of understanding students. What are some students who haven’t figured out what they want to do in college? College is a way to discover. The importance of taking time for yourself.

What challenges do students with ADHD face? A changing school environment School can present challenges for many children with ADHD. Because ADHD symptoms include  difficulty with attention regulation, hyperactivity, and impulsivity , which can affect planning, organizing, and managing behavior, many children with ADHD struggle with change.  https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/features/adhd-and-school-changes.html   What challenges does a child with ADHD have in school? Since students with ADHD are often in trouble, they  are unable to deal with criticism and can become defiant and hostile . This can damage their whole attitude to school and to learning, and they may ultimately give up on education. It's very important to show that education has not given up on them.  https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Teaching-and-Managing-Students_FINAL.pdf Can ADHD make you fail school? College students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have a harder time making it to graduation than their peers do, a new study suggests.  https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2021-03-03/college-students-with-adhd-have-lower-grades-higher-dropout-rates What challenges do older students and adults with ADHD have? Many adults with ADHD aren't aware they have it — they just know that everyday tasks can be a challenge. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adult-adhd/symptoms-causes/syc-20350878   Symptoms Impulsiveness. Disorganization and problems prioritizing. Poor time management skills. Problems focusing on a task. Trouble multitasking. Excessive activity or restlessness. Poor planning. Low frustration tolerance. 8 Discipline Strategies for Kids With ADHD https://www.verywellfamily.com/discipline-strategies-for-kids-with-adhd-1094941 Provide Positive Attention. Hello Africa / Getty Images. ... Give Effective Instructions. ... Praise Your Child's Effort. ... Use Time-Out When Necessary. ... Ignore Mild Misbehaviors. ... Allow for Natural Consequences. ... Establish a Reward System. ... Work With Your Child's Teacher.  Can ADHD get worse as you age? Does ADHD get worse with age? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)  typically does not get worse with age if a person is aware of their symptoms  and knows how to manage them. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/adhd-getting-worse-with-age