After Hitting Submit on Your College Applications: Will it be enough?
When you hit submit on your college applications, it’s natural to ask, “What’s next?” Do this first.
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Dr. Thom
Aug 303 min read
There are no Perfect Colleges; There are no Perfect College Applicants
Applicants, as flawed human beings, are not omnicompetent, able to excel in absolutely everything. The same is true of colleges. That's OK.
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Dr. Thom
Nov 10, 20234 min read
College Application Fatigue is Real and This is What You Can Do About it
Feeling overwhelmed by college application fatigue? Discover effective strategies to navigate this daunting process and support your student
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Dr. Thom
Apr 14, 20235 min read
Principles of a Health-First College Search: Love the places that love you
Students often worry about being denied at their dream college. They should be worried about enrolling at a college that doesn’t value them.
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Dr. Thom
Oct 28, 20225 min read
Helping Your Test Anxious Teen
We are often asked how parents can help their students with academic-related stress. Here are our best tips and guidance.
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Dr. Thom
Sep 30, 20222 min read
The Power of the Reset
This simple tech tip holds the key to the overwhelm and stress your student is experiencing.
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Dr. Thom
Sep 9, 20224 min read
What to Expect When You Work with Us
When you hire a plumber, you mostly know what to expect. But what can you expect if you hire an educational consultant?
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Dr. Thom
Aug 26, 20222 min read
Putting Student Health Over The "Good College"
American universities are truly the best in the world, but none of them are worth sacrificing your student’s mental health.
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Dr. Thom
Jun 3, 20222 min read
A GEC Rising Senior Summer To-Do list
The senior year has a lot packed into it, that is exactly why we recommend unpacking some of that work and handling it over the summer.
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Dr. Thom
Apr 22, 20223 min read
Rewriting Your Teen's Stress Scripts
Young people develop “stress scripts” for how to deal with life pressures. Teach them healthy habits early to deal with inevitable stress.
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Dr. Thom
Jan 7, 20223 min read
What Matters on a Snow Day
When it comes to preparing for college, it’s important that students focus on the things that matter and to let go of myths.
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Bridget Williams Golden
Dec 17, 20213 min read
Eagerly Awaiting Versus Anxiously Awaiting
Language matters and everything communicates. When waiting for admissions decisions, focus on being eager rather than anxious.
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Dr. Thom
Dec 10, 20212 min read
How to Handle Admissions Decision Season
December is a festive season to be sure, but it can also be a very challenging time for many people, especially college applicants.
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Dr. Thom
Oct 29, 20211 min read
Pressing The Submit Button
While there are still things you will need to manage after you apply to college, the biggest shift must come in your mindset.
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Dr. Thom
Oct 22, 20211 min read
Driving at Night: Simple advice for stressed seniors
Dealing with the stress of college application season is serious business for our seniors. Here’s how you can help your high school senior.
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Dr. Thom
Oct 1, 20212 min read
Shaking Off Stress
Fall break is a great time to shake off the layers of stress we have been carrying around with us this past year.
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Dr. Thom
Sep 17, 20212 min read
The Gift of the Senior Year
That last year that your student is a full-time resident in your home is packed with memories and moments that you will want to treasure.
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Dr. Thom
May 28, 20215 min read
Answering Student Questions: What is selectivity for, our best advice, and how to handle rejection
We received an email from a student with some really thoughtful questions on applying to college. We thought we would answer them here.
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Dr. Thom
Apr 23, 20212 min read
What the College Search Is and Is Not
So much pressure and stress can come with the college application process. Let’s fix that by getting a few things straight.
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Dr. Thom
Apr 9, 20212 min read
Thriving in Decision Season: Failure is a Redirect
This time of year can be difficult as students receive admissions decisions. In truth, no matter the decision, the result is always good.
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