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The Conversation You Should Have With Your 8th Grader Now

I was at the swim team banquet on Sunday night sitting with two friends. We all have rising 8th[...]

5 Things My Son Told Me After His First College Fair

Last week, Max, my middle child, attended his first college fair. Initially, I wasn't super[...]

What I Told My Son the Night Before His First College Fair

Max, my middle child, is sandwiched between an older sister and a younger sister. He is in 9th[...]

My Advice for 8th Grade Families Choosing Classes

Last night in a moment of frustration, I asked (well, maybe I yelled) if Max, my 8th grade son, had[...]

Why You Should Follow My 5-4 Plan for Course Selection

It's not even February and most high school students are in the throes of picking their classes for[...]

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