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5 Truths From the Mom of a Recent High School Graduate

This beauty graduated on Saturday. Sophie gave us a weekend to remember. I keep going through all[...]

The Dos and Don'ts of Choosing Your College Essay Topic

With the school year wrapping up, many high school juniors will be getting started on their college[...]

Are Elite Colleges Trending Downward?

Some of my most memorable students this year surprised me in the best way with their college choices

Facebook Live Recap: Ask America's College Counselor (4.24.24)

During my April session of Ask America's College Counselor, I answered questions from students and[...]

Why Students Matter to Admissions Officers

It’s that time of year. Seniors have received their admissions offers, juniors are gearing up for[...]