Planning for College Early: The Upside
Dear Estelle. We have a serious, mostly all A’s, 10th grader who runs varsity track and attends Interlochen Music Camp every summer. Her older brother, a college sophomore, counsels her … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Juniors
High School Juniors, Time to Prep for College
Dear Estelle. You can just feel the excitement and tension around the high school as the juniors start gearing up for college. Until now all was pretty calm and quiet … Continue reading →
College Spotlight: Goucher College, Baltimore, Maryland
Are you looking for a unique college experience at a college which emphasizes academics and encourages athletics (D3) and community service; A school which requires travel abroad and has a … Continue reading →
New SAT Puzzling! What Is The Big Deal?
Dear Estelle. As a junior in high school, I have serious concerns about the new SAT and the old SAT. I have heard they are significantly different but I may … Continue reading →
Sophomore Questions Junior Year Coursework
Dear Estelle. I am a sophomore at a private school in Denver who needs some counseling about my course selection for junior year. Academically, I work hard because I love … Continue reading →
Course Selection: Striking the Balance Between Challenge and Overwhelming
Dear Estelle. Next week my proposed schedule for senior year is due. I am considering very selective colleges and want my record to show a strong commitment to my academics. … Continue reading →
Social Media: The Pros and Cons for the College-Bound
It has become apparent over the past few years that our lives are no longer private. If we engage in social media we are only 4.3 degrees of separation from … Continue reading →
Senioritis Rampant!
Dear Estelle. With college applications complete, a few acceptances, and half of second semester gone, our senior has assumed a new personna. She no longer gives adequate time to homework, … Continue reading →
Advice to Qualify for “Best Applicant” Status
Do you have a laundry list of suggestions you give to your clients sothey qualify for “best applicant” status. We know that grades and test scores are most important just … Continue reading →
“The Curse of Over Achieving Girls”
Dear Estelle. This fall, our daughter Meg, a sophomore, seems to have undergone a change in her demeanor and attitude. Last year she was happy and carefree, and loved going … Continue reading →