Right now you're busy with graduation, parties and friends—and soon you'll be packing your things. What an exciting and busy time these months are! But have you noticed your kid brother or sister? As these days become hectic for you, your siblings can fade into the background. Remember: you starting college is a big change in their lives, too. Here are some tips for making the transition as smooth as possible—and keeping your relationship strong. Get sibs involved in the college process. Talk to your brother or sister about the college you will be attending, and show them catalogs and other material you've received. Some college students like having sibs along for campus visits, others don't. Tell sibs about your feelings about leaving. There's nothing worse for…
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President Obama asks Americans to Commit to Education
Recent statistics show that seven in ten Americans leave high school with a diploma. President Obama has responded to this by demanding that all Americans commit themselves to at least one year of education after high school. This does not mean that every American has to go to college. There are many ways of getting an educaiton and advancing yourself in the job market. If you did not complete high school, get your GED. There are many adult education facilities that prepare you for the GED exam as well as administer the test. Go to a Trade/Technical school. Get career training and increase your income with a second career! Become a Medical or Dental Assistant, Leagl Aide, Computer Technician, Massage Therapist, Cosmetology, Nurses Aide, Hotel/Restaurant management,…
Increase Your Chances of Getting Into a Competitive College
If you are willing to look outside of the zone of colleges kids typically apply to you are much more likely to get noticed. Looking at schools outside of your geographic zone will set you apart from every other student in your area. Look at schools that you fall outside of the “norm” in the following areas: GeographicEthnicAcademicAthleticExtracurricularSocio-economic Talk to admissions staff at the schools you are most interested in and make sure you identify yourself as calls and visits are often tracked. Here are some sample questions to ask:I am trying to get a feel for the typical State U student in terms of where they are from and what they study1. What is the geographic distribution? Is it pretty even?2. What are the…
Studies show that ‘F’ in Middle School does matter!
Although we typically start seeing families in the office when kids are already in high school, Middle School/Junior High Parents take note! Patterns that start in middle school/junior high are good indicators of things to come. Students who have patterns of missing class and that receive D or F marks on report cards are at increased risk for trouble in high school. Middle school is when we see a big disconnect from parents. Many parents feel that middle school is the time to let kids handle things on their own but not so. This is actually the time that most kids need extra support from home. Now is not the time to stop asking about homework or to lose touch with teachers. In fact, it is time…
Space Still Available at 11 California Colleges for Fall 09
Got a late start on your college applications or maybe you thought that you would not get accpeted and now you are sad you did not try? Hope is here! Eleven California colleges are still accepting applications for Fall 09. Whether you are an incoming freshman or a transfer student, look at the list below and then call the admissions office for details. 1. Azusa Pacific University 2. California Baptist University 3. California Lutheran University 4. Concordia University 5. Loyola Marymount University 6. Marymount College 7. Notre Dame Namur University 8. University of San Diego ** 9. Seattle Pacific University ** 10. Univeristy of Arizona ** 11. Washington State University ** Not CA. schools but not too far away either!
Keys to College Readiness
Just when you thought you were doing your best to get your kids prepared for college during high school, seven new tips come out that say you should be starting in Kindergarten! You read that right, college readiness starts in Kindergarten. Take a look at these tips that were put together by Montgomery County Public Schools in Rockville Maryland. Key 1: Read at Advanced levels in grade K-2 Installing the love for reading in children at a young age has always been known to be beneficial. Studies now show that kids who are scoring in the 70th percentile or higher on state tests such as STAR, are reading at an advanced level. Key 2: Score "ADVANCED" in reading on state tests in grades 3-8 This…
High School Juniors get ready for college
Attention all Juniors and parents of Juniors: Now is the time to map out your summer! This is the perfect chance to get in some meaningful activities that can be used as essay topics for college admission applications. With many colleges now requiring a shorter “Activity Essay”, you will need a topic that shows who you are and what you can contribute. Remember to look for things that other teenagers are not doing. Of course it is great to help with food drives and at your local elementary school but EVERYONE IS DOING THAT! Check the blog below to refresh your memory! One more great idea:Help run a local campaign. Is there a Special Election in your area this summer? How about Governor Schwarzenegger’s latest cause? …
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Catch a wave to school!
Since 2003, UC schools have offered Freshman Seminars to freshmen in addition to the obligatory lectures, discussions, and labs. Freshman Seminars are one-unit courses offered exclusively to freshmen. These courses are graded Pass/No Pass and are designed to give students a break from the rigor of their everyday schedules. Each Freshman Seminar has no more than 20 students, allowing professors to interact with the participating students on a level not possible in large lecture halls.Freshman Seminars allow students to learn about a subject that may be of interest to them but may not necessarily have anything to do with their majors with less time commitment than an average class. Some students at UC San Diego opted to take a Freshman Seminar called The Physics of…
Get an edge over other applicants
High School Juniors: Get the application edge over other students by participating in some great summer activities that other teens are not doing! This will get you noticed and make you stand out when those admissions officers are reading your application next November! Don't just participate, be a leader and then write about it in your admissions essays. Some of these ideas might sound a little far fetched but they just might get you thinking of some new and exciting options. 1. Start a recycling program at your old elementary school. Make sure you partner with at least one teacher and get other adults involved. Show that you can plan, organize and manage adults as well as other teens and children. 2. Conduct some scientific…
