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Rest After Private School Applications: A Gift for Your Entire Family!
Applications Done? Now it’s time to pause, breathe, and channel your inner self-care queen or king! Selfish? Nope. Restorative? YES! Teach your kids that recharging isn’t just okay—it’s essential for their well-being too!
The Power of Transparency: Sharing Neuropsych Testing with Admissions
Should you share your child’s testing with admissions? Absolutely! Transparency shows trust, advocacy, and helps schools see your child’s full potential. Let’s talk about why honesty is the ultimate asset and power move!
Let Your Family Shine: The Power of the Parent Essays in a Private School Application
Life can get hectic, but don’t underestimate the importance of the parent portion of a private school application! As we take time to be thankful this week, the Thanksgiving break is a perfect opportunity to reflect on your child and your family. Steal some quiet time to capture thoughts to help you express why your family is a great fit for the schools you’re applying to and how your child’s journey aligns with their values. Your words are just as important as your child’s, so let your family shine!
The Top 5 Things Parents Want in a Private School Open House Experience
Planning a private school open house? Check out the top 5 things parents value most in their visit—small gatherings, flexibility, and more! Is your school offering these key experiences?
Confidence vs. Arrogance: Balancing True Awesomeness in Kids
Yup, I’ll admit it! I see every day just how awesome my kids are—and I’m one proud parent! But don’t most parents think their kids are pretty awesome?! What’s the problem then? Or the challenge? Helping them embrace their unique strengths without tipping into arrogance. True awesomeness in my eyes means being confident in who they are while staying humble and kind.
Check out my latest thoughts on finding that balance and why that is important in your school search process!
Why Admission Directors Can’t Afford to Overlook Ethical Educational Consultants
School Enrollment & Admissions Directors: Are you overlooking a crucial asset? Ethical educational consultants connect mission-appropriate students with your school, helping to strengthen your community. Don’t let these professionals fly under your radar—discover why they deserve your attention.
The Importance of Keeping Extracurriculars in Your Student’s Life!
For students, their passions and talents outside the classroom are vital sources of confidence and joy. Whether it’s sports, arts, or any extracurricular, these activities play a crucial role in shaping their self-esteem and identity.
As parents, let's remember to keep these positive outlets in their lives, especially when academic struggles arise. By nurturing what they excel at, we help them build resilience and a strong sense of self-worth!
The Advantages of Summer Private School Tours
Are you considering a private school summer tour? Here’s why we believe summer private school tours are so valuable and shouldn’t be skipped!
What U-Haul Taught Me About Parenting
From tearful goodbyes on dorm move-in days to the highly anticipated arrival of summer breaks, each moment defines the rollercoaster of parenthood. Join me as I reflect on the journey of a parent’s love, sacrifice, and questioning at what age we outgrow U-Haul trucks!
Headline: Parental Gratitude and Growth: A Journey from Dyslexia Diagnosis to College Graduation
From an initial diagnosis of dyslexia in early childhood to an upcoming college graduation, my parenting journey has been a rollercoaster of emotions and growth. Each stage presented its own set of challenges, but also opportunities for learning and gratitude.
Join me as I reflect on parenting, from the early years of uncertainty to the pride and joy of seeing my daughter achieve success as a college graduate! Read our story here:
Creating Synergy & Success: The Educational Consultant/Placement Director Partnership
Hold onto your seats as we examine The Educational Consultant/Placement Director Partnership, exploring what can (and should) be a dynamic synergy between these two invaluable resources. Say goodbye to uncertainty and hello to confidence as you embark on this exciting chapter of your child's next school!
Selecting the Best School From a Sea of Great Options
Making tough decisions is an inevitable part of life, and while it may feel daunting at times, there are strategies to navigate these situations effectively. Deciding where to enroll among multiple wonderful school options is no different!
The Power of Accepted Student Revisit Days
Now that your student has had some time to celebrate their private school acceptances, it’s time to start thinking critically about their options.
Even if your student feels confident in their school choice, attending a revisit day can give them a newfound sense of clarity about what they do and don’t want in their next school.
Check out these questions your student should consider as they enjoy their accepted student revisit days!
Celebrating our Students! Celebrating Success!
It's one of our most exciting times of year! Our clients and their families have been accepted into a variety of schools that will help them reach their potential both in and out of the classroom. Here's to celebrating our students and all their many accomplishments!
Beyond Admissions Decisions: Redefining what “Acceptance” Means
Acceptance is so much more than just a decision from a school. Yes, attending private schools can change the course of your student’s life, but the acceptance decision from a school doesn’t define your student's sense of future success.
The Changing Landscape of AP Courses in Private Schools
Are AP classes important? Yes!
But they aren’t everything.
Here’s the reality of AP classes in private schools.
If you work in the private school world, what do you honestly think about AP classes?
The Top 10 Things to Know About Private School Learning Support
Navigating the landscape of learning and academic support at an independent school is often daunting for parents! Understanding the support services that are available at each school is essential in helping your student thrive. Here’s a list of the top ten things you should know about the learning and academic support that private school’s tend to offer.
Why Your Student’s Social Media Matters to Private Schools
It’s true. Did you know that about 70% of private school admission officers review applicants' social media profiles.
Here’s what you need to know and what your student can do about it.
Redefining Success: Why Test Scores Aren’t Everything
It’s that time of year when students are getting ISEE and SSAT standardized test score results back, and parents are in a panic! For some students this is the first time they’ve taken the test and for others, it might be their second or third time sitting for the test. Regardless, it’s anxiety provoking because application deadlines are upon us, and test scores may need to be submitted to schools to “complete” applications.
For students who have lower-than-hoped-for private school entrance testing scores, I want to offer some pieces of advice based on my experience:
From Start to Strong Finish: Supporting Your Student in the Second Semester
What??! The academic year is half-way over!? Although it’s usually a fun time of year, it can be really stressful for students who plan on attending a new school this coming fall.
Below you’ll find some ways that your student can have a successful end to the school year and prepare themselves for private school!