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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[...]

One Thing Each Class Year Should Do for Test Prep This Summer

Many parents and students come to us with questions about how best to use extra time over the[...]

5 Things Every Family Should Know Before Starting Test Prep

It’s not much of a secret that preparing for and taking the ACT or SAT isn’t exactly fun; just ask[...]

10 Wins I’m Grateful for in College Admissions

I am grateful for a lot of things this year. I turned 50 and I feel good. We got a new puppy named[...]

Here’s What I’m Telling My Son After Our First College Visit

Dear Max,

I didn't think you'd want to start visiting colleges yet. But since I took your older[...]
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