Preparing for High School Choosing an academically
challenging curriculum Making the most of summer and
extra-curricular activities Connecting with adults in your
life (teachers, counselors, coaches, youth group leaders, mentors, family
friends, relatives, etc.)
High School Conversations Selecting courses Scheduling and preparing for
tests Understanding how colleges
evaluate applicants Clarifying parents' roles in
the college admissions process Exploring "gap year"
options
The College Search
Understanding types of colleges Establishing criteria for
colleges that "fit" Developing a list of colleges
to consider Gathering and evaluating
information about colleges Using technology Staying organized Visiting colleges Preparing for interviews Narrowing your list of colleges
College Applications Presenting yourself in an
application Writing your essays and short
answers Understanding admission options Using the Common Application
Financial Aid Understanding the financial aid
process Searching and applying for
scholarships Interpreting and comparing
financial aid offers
Transition Issues for Parents and Students Living
independently (Managing money and credit, finding balance in your
life, eating healthily, exercising, sleeping, doing laundry, etc.) Money and credit Health and balance (food,
exercise, sleep, friends, schoolwork) Parenting an adolescent Surviving the summer before
college Managing the rhythm of the
first semester of college Communicating effectively Being supportive without
interfering Adjusting to an empty nest
Academic Success Strategies Managing time Thinking critically Improving reading speed and
comprehension Writing analytically Preparing oral presentations Understanding learning styles Strengthening study skills and
strategies
Surviving the First Years of College
Adjusting to college academic
expectations Selecting college courses Understanding general education
requirements Managing the rhythm of the
first semester of college Selecting a major Battling sophomore slump Connecting with your college Finding a mentor Advocating for what you need
Life Coaching Self awareness and exploration Interest inventories Values clarification Myers Briggs Type Indicator
(MBTI) administration and interpretation Emotional intelligence Dynamic decision making Articulating personal strengths Career counseling
