Category: Life Skills

How to Adult, Part II

Posted by: admin on April 15th, 2021

When does adulthood start? Right on your 18th birthday? A little before, or maybe even years after? Where is the line? And why does that line have to be so dreadful? Other generations, Gen Z especially, have taken to making fun of millennials and our seemingly incessant need to “kidify” things. Even the term “adulting” […]

Talk Amongst Yourselves

Posted by: admin on February 11th, 2021

Missing those friends, right? With February being the month of Valentine’s Day, it may be time to recognize that absence really does make the heart grow fonder, and that, when separated from those we care about, we can reach out to them in new ways, taking advantage of the opportunity to strengthen our bonds. We’ve […]

Why Gratitude is Good for You

Posted by: admin on December 3rd, 2020

It may seem a dubious proposition during challenging times — of which we’ve had plenty lately — but please allow me to make a case for gratitude. Gratitude?!? Yep, gratitude. (Thanks for reading! Always good to practice what I preach.) First, a quick caveat: I will not lecture about the reasons anyone should be grateful. Rather, I’d […]

Preparing for College Interviews, Whether Remote or In-Person

Posted by: admin on November 10th, 2020

Prepare with practice and research. Relax and reveal yourself. Remember to express yourself in writing: write a thank-you note. The college interview rarely makes or breaks an admission decision, but it can be an important component of your application. Before you even begin to get nervous, however, check to see if the interview is a […]

Launching High School: Developing Routines & Building Your Winning Team

Posted by: admin on October 12th, 2020

Freshman year is full of new opportunities! High school courses, homework, new ways of doing school, and your calendar are all central to your day. This year, you are busy learning how high school works and what your freshmen year will look like in-person. Yes! You can start high school with real people, which will […]

7 Ways to Take Advantage of Sophomore Year (2021-22 ed.)

Posted by: admin on October 12th, 2020

The transition from freshman to sophomore year of high school is rooted in the refinement of your goals and intentions. You’ll want to continue shaping exactly what it is that defines your passions and vision so that you can set yourself up to successfully pursue those interests with direction and challenge yourself with a strong academic […]

How to Take Control in High School (Even During a Pandemic)

Posted by: admin on October 11th, 2020

As we continue navigating our way through an evolving global pandemic, we welcome in the new school year. We hope that over the summer, you and your family had a chance to relax, refresh, and even change the scenery for a while. Perhaps you were able to take a step back from your Zoom calls […]

Making the Best of Online Learning

Posted by: admin on September 3rd, 2020

There may be less transition time, less time being lectured about discipline issues, or less time waiting (for busses, teachers, and so on). There’s plenty to be said about working efficiently, and we’ll be following up with you every month about ways to be more tactical in your work.

Staying In But Remaining Strong

Posted by: admin on August 5th, 2020

We are living in unusual times, ones that call for us to stay vigilant and take actions to protect our physical health. We will likely be navigating a shifting COVID landscape for the foreseeable future, and all of us need to prioritize our mental and emotional health. It’s important that you not lose sight of […]

The Rising Junior: Looking Ahead, Staying Grounded

Posted by: admin on June 22nd, 2020

Junior year is a bit different than high school past. Yes, it is true that this particular year is unlike any other year because we are living through a global pandemic. You saw your summer plans disappear or be reinvented online, and we are not quite sure how the fall back-to-school will unfold. What will […]