Students transitioning from middle school to high school are often eager for all of the new experiences that come along with high school; better lunches, more freedom, and new friends. However, not all students are aware of the extreme importance of freshman year in high school on their academic careers and why it is crucial to stay focused and do well. While most of the classes taken freshman year are basic and perhaps even not…
While there are many differences between high school and college, one thing the two have in common is that both will have required classes which must be taken in order to graduate. In high school these classes made up the majority of your schedule, but in college may only be a small portion of classes taken. Many freshman requirements also serve as prerequisites for other classes, meaning without taking them, you will be limited on…
As fall approaches, the days get darker, the weather colder, and a new class tackles the Common App, and gets a jumpstart on college applications. While choosing which schools to apply to can be an exciting time, anyone who has been through it will tell you that it is also overwhelming and at times confusing. Which is the perfect school? What is the school where I will be the happiest? Where should I go? There…
With hundreds of options for college majors, it’s a difficult to commit to a single choice. Determining your future career path is a monumental decision, but remember, you can always pursue a different line of work after you graduate. Don’t feel trapped by your major! Explore careers that may not be directly related to your field of study. Once you begin narrowing your focus on subjects that interest you, consider a few of these important…
Public speaking very commonly causes discomfort and anxiety. Most students who are not required to take a public speaking course try to avoid it all together. The truth is a public speaking course may come off as intimidating, but is known to help build someone’s confidence. Many students assume presenting in the classroom will be the only time public speaking is necessary, but it’s usually just the beginning. Public speaking can be an essential qualification…
Are you willing to spread the holiday cheer this year? You can make a difference for a young child in need, by brightening their holiday season. There are many children who are less fortunate and are not lucky enough to receive gifts for the holidays. Fortunately, there are plenty of fantastic organizations that give all of us the chance to give back. Toys for Tots is one of the highest rated, successful, charitable organizations,…
A great alternative to traditional classroom settings, participation in online college courses have been increasing over the years and it’s easy to see why. Increased schedule flexibility, easier time management, and less commuting are just a few of the reasons why students are choosing online classes. Balancing school, work, and home life is a difficult task, but the convenience of online courses makes this all possible. Although students work remotely from home at their own…
PSAT Changes: Much like the SAT and ACT, the PSAT will be changing, starting in October of 2015. Not much will be changing, but the biggest difference will be the way in which the “concepts are tested and and the steps students will have to take to solve the problems correctly.” The new PSAT will require more reasoning and the ability to process information quickly, although an extra 35 minutes will be added to the…
The ACT Writing Section Is Changing Reasons for Changing: Colleges complain that students can’t write in a sophisticated manner, so the ACT Writing section is being redesigned to more accurately assess writing skills. With these changes, colleges will have access to new information about a student’s strengths, allowing students to demonstrate their “analytical writing ability” through their scores in the 4 domains. Changes: Prompts are longer, more complex and focus on “contemporary issues” rather than school-themed…
Planning on studying abroad in college? Most likely, you’re brimming with questions about the best time to travel abroad and the duration of these programs. With the availability of options for students, you can make the most of your experience by tailoring your study abroad to fit your needs. Finding the most suitable program for your time commitments isn’t always easy, but be realistic about your long term education goals to make sure you stay…
