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School Placement

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Middle School Interview Tips
School Placement
Middle School Interview Tips
School Placement

A few questions to help prep your middle-schooler for his/her admissions interview.

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You've Applied to Private Schools...Now What?
School Placement
You've Applied to Private Schools...Now What?
School Placement

Whew. You've done it. You conquered Ravenna. You’ve woken everybody up at 8am on a Saturday for virtual observations. You’ve tracked down transcripts, booked JATP appointments, and ironed first-day outfits. So….now what?

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Finishing Applications Over Winter Break
School Placement
Finishing Applications Over Winter Break
School Placement

Easy, manageable ways to get all those applications and requirements finalized over the break!

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FAQ's about Atlanta Independent School Admissions
School Placement

With the application for Atlanta independent schools quickly approaching (some as early as this coming Monday--eek!), we wanted to learn into parents to see if there were any outstanding questions about tying up loose ends. We received an overwhelming amount of questions and wanted to share some with you all as you're wrapping up final action items this weekend.

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No Tricks, Just Treats
School Placement
No Tricks, Just Treats
School Placement

Here in Atlanta, it is beginning to feel like fall—at least to us Southerners. We’re bundled in our scarves and vests, sipping our PSLs, and enjoying the sub-80 degree weather (just don’t tell New England). As we welcome in another fall season, we wanted to share some treats on how to begin the school admissions process. Follow along with us over the next week for what you need to know!

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Academic Advisement

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7 Tips for Staying Productive During the Holidays
Academic Advisement
7 Tips for Staying Productive During the Holidays
Academic Advisement

How to stay productive during the holiday season.

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Academic Advisement
Setting Winter Goals
Academic Advisement
Setting Winter Goals
Academic Advisement

As we head into 2022 and start making our New Year resolutions, think about breaking up goals into season instead of setting yearly goals.

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Academic Advisement
What is OG?
Academic Advisement
What is OG?
Academic Advisement

OG is a buzzword floating around reading classrooms and carpool lanes. We break down what parents need to know and the questions they should be asking.

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Academic Advisement
After-School Programs for Elementary and Middle School Students
Academic Advisement
After-School Programs for Elementary and Middle School Students
Academic Advisement

Favorite after-school programs around the city for students K-8!

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APS Report Card
Academic Advisement
APS Report Card
Academic Advisement

The latest report card for Atlanta Public Schools? Not great. Results for the 2022 NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress) show Atlanta Public Schools had decreases in proficiency and average scale scores in both math and reading.

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Personal

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April Book Club Pick: "The Secretes of Happy Families"
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April Book Club Pick: "The Secretes of Happy Families"
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Whew! This year’s admissions season is behind us and hopefully, you and your family are celebrating what the Fall will look like. To help position your family for success going into summer and a new back-to-school routine, we are recommending “The Secrets of Happy Families” by Bruce Feiler.

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January Book Club Pick: "The Memory Making Mom"
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January Book Club Pick: "The Memory Making Mom"
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This book has been on my TBR list for quite awhile. Come along with us this month as we read “Memory Making Mom” together.

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5 New Memory-Making Traditions (From Parent Cue)
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5 New Memory-Making Traditions (From Parent Cue)
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The best gift you could ever give your kids is your presence. Parent Cue curated a beautiful list of 5 easy ways to prioritize quality memories with your family this holiday season.

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Favorite Christmas Traditions Around the World
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Favorite Christmas Traditions Around the World
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Curious how others celebrate Christmas around the world? Check out favorite traditions from Poland, Sweden, the Philippines, Iceland, Finland, Norway, Ireland, Barbados, and more!

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What to Read in December
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What to Read in December
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Some of my favorite books to put you in the holiday spirit!

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College Planning

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COVID Exposed Our Broken Education System
College Planning
COVID Exposed Our Broken Education System
College Planning

The chaos of COVID could mean the start of a new era in saner, fairer college admissions. Sometimes it takes a revolution to build a better world.

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College Planning
How to Prep for the ACT and SAT
College Planning
How to Prep for the ACT and SAT
College Planning

Helpful tips and strategies that every test-taker should know to prepare for the SAT and ACT exams.

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College Planning
From Parent to Partner
College Planning
From Parent to Partner
College Planning

Three common challenges and solutions for parents helping their student navigate the college admissions process. Our goal is to help empower parents to emphasize connection, support, and guidance to seniors walking through this stressful season.

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Securing the Best Letters of Recommendation
College Planning
Securing the Best Letters of Recommendation
College Planning

Colleges value recommendations because they reveal qualitative data (personal opinions about an applicant’s character, family dynamic, and reputation) rather than merely quantitative data. We share who to ask, how to ask, and what to ask for to ensure you receive a strong letter of recommendation.

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College Planning
How to Make the Most of On-Campus Tours
College Planning
How to Make the Most of On-Campus Tours
College Planning

If colleges on your best-fit list are reopening and you’re planning a visit, there are a few steps students can take to make the experience as impactful as possible. We’ve included a list of best practices here!

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Giving

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Spotlight on Odyssey Atlanta
Spotlight on Odyssey Atlanta

We are so excited to join the annual Odyssey Atlanta brunch this week! Below, find out just how Odyssey meets the educational needs of our Atlanta students.

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Love Letters: Tracking Thrive Backpacks Around the World
Love Letters: Tracking Thrive Backpacks Around the World

We believe in giving--not just “giving back.” Read about the why behind the why of WLG and how our partnership with Thrive helps us reach vulnerable students further and faster.


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Why We're Committed To Giving Back
Why We're Committed To Giving Back

Whitehead Learning Group believes that every student deserves to thrive. To that end, we are honored to partner with Thrive Global Project, a 501(c)(3) committed to breaking the cycle of poverty by means of championing quality education.

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Look What Love Did: A Recap of the Thrive Gala
Look What Love Did: A Recap of the Thrive Gala

On November 30th, Thrive Global Project hosted their first annual Power of a Backpack Gala. Read on to find out just how big of an impact Thrive has made in the lives of vulnerable students around the world.

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Giving Tuesday: Thank You
Giving Tuesday: Thank You

We are thrilled to share the results of our Giving Tuesday campaign with Thrive Global Project. Thank you for your generosity!

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