Some of my favorite lyrics from a Rolling Stones song state a very simple truth: You can’t always get what you want But if you try sometimes, you just might find You get what you need. If you have a teenager in the house, they have probably learned this lesson long before the college application [...]
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Inside the mind of an admissions counselor
By admin on Wednesday, January 4th, 2012 | No Comments
Getting inside the mind of an admissions counselor gives parents and students valuable information and insight. Parliament Tutors is conducting interviews with admissions counselors all across the country and they asked me to post one of them on my blog. I was happy to oblige because the answers to their questions give applicants an idea [...]
10 Things High School students can do over holiday break
By admin on Monday, December 5th, 2011 | 3 Comments
Christmas is just around the corner and students will be out of school for the holidays. Instead of watching them veg out on the couch or listening to the usual “I’m bored” diatribe, suggest these alternatives instead: Learning Opportunities Spend the break reading—It may not be on your list of “fun activities” (unless you are [...]
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Q&A: The College Prep Process
By admin on Tuesday, November 15th, 2011 | 5 Comments
Last week, I was a guest on #CollegeCash chat on Twitter discussing college preparation and the online resources that are available for parents and students. Since not everyone can attend these chats or is active on Twitter, I thought it would be nice to share the questions and answers here on my blog. Question: When [...]
Parents Beware: It’s a jungle out there!
By admin on Monday, November 7th, 2011 | 3 Comments
In the world of instant information and “non-accountability” there are scam artists out there who want to take your money. Just because someone has a website and claims to be credentialed, it doesn’t make it so. The internet is a jungle where you can post just about anything you want and claim to be an [...]
5 Tips to help your student prepare for college
By admin on Tuesday, October 11th, 2011 | No Comments
As a parent, it’s always a wonderful thing to see your child growing up. The years can pass by so swiftly that before you realize it, it’s already time for him or her to prepare for the college admission tests. But the bigger question is—are you prepared to shoulder the expenses that a college diploma [...]
Interview with Power Women Magazine
By admin on Wednesday, September 28th, 2011 | No Comments
Last week I did a radio interview with Power Women Magazine about the college prep process and my Parents Countdown to College Toolkit. In it, I discussed the steps necessary to prepare for the admissions process, how to stay organized, and the 10 mistakes parents and students often make when applying to college. Click the [...]
3 Steps to prepare for a college theatre audition
By admin on Wednesday, September 21st, 2011 | No Comments
College Theatre and Musical Theatre Programs are amongst the most competitive programs to gain acceptance to within a College or University. With thousands of applicants vying for a spot, it is important to present your best and most marketable self to make an impression. In order for you to be ready for these auditions, it [...]
College Questions?
By admin on Tuesday, September 20th, 2011 | No Comments
This week, it’s my privilege to be interviewed by Power Women Magazine about my Parents Countdown to College Toolkit and college preparation. If you have any questions about college preparation or have wondered about the content of my Toolkit, tune in LIVE: Date: Thursday, September 22nd Time: 12PM ET, 11AM CT, 9AM PT Where: Online [...]
High school seniors gear up for college
By admin on Thursday, September 15th, 2011 | 3 Comments
Fall is in the air (at least in most parts of the country) and seniors are gearing up for a busy year of college-related activities. To help parents and students stay organized and on top of the college to-do-lists, I’m sharing my senior list from my Parents Countdown to College Toolkit and Parents Crash Course. [...]
