Lots of kids share everything with their friends. Teachers, interests, homework. But as kids get older, their paths start to diverge. And oftentimes one will start to move ahead in school, which can make the others feel left behind. What can you do if your child is the one falling behind her friend in school […]
“I’m so busy!” That seems to be the rallying cry of high school kids everywhere. And while most of them have the stress and impeccable resume to show for it, there are also those who aren’t busy enough. Here’s how to tell if your teen took on too many or too few extracurricular activities this year […]
If just saying the word museum cues automatic eye rolling from your child, then your teen is probably picturing a bunch of dusty artifacts, documents signed by someone they’ve never heard of and rooms of art and more art. But a summer trip to a local museum can be an amazing experience for you and […]
Freshman year of high school is a BIG transition for kids. Most students will move to a new building, take more intense classes, meet new kids, and start seriously thinking about their future (you hope). This year sets the stage and helps determine kids’ success for high school and college. To help your child going […]
Many teachers write college letters of recommendation over the summer to avoid the fall crunch. In order to help them write an amazing letter of recommendation, you should provide them with a “brag packet” that highlights your accomplishments and achievements during high school. The ‘brag packet” should also include all the colleges you might be […]
It’s National Teacher Appreciation week and there is still time to let a fave teacher known how he or she has inspired or motivated you and your child. There are so many awesome teachers out there, and the patience and hard work they devote to their students is truly awe-inspiring. I have heard over and […]
