Doing our part to equip parents with awareness of admissions changes during COVID-19 so together, we create a framework that empowers students to thrive.
Things look a little different this summer than what we’ve expected. Nevertheless, with a little resourcefulness and ingenuity, students can still pursue a remote, digital internship from the safety and convenience of their homes. This week’s article from The New York Times outlines some strategies on how to get started.
Read MoreWe wanted to highlight a sweet volunteering experience for high school students to lean into this summer. The Together Apart Pen Pal Program pairs high school students with elderly adults to form a pen pal rapport (either snail mail or email). Read more here.
Read MoreDon’t panic. Remember how far you’ve come. Sign up for the SAT if you can. Be creative. These are just some of the ideas from a West Coast panel of college admissions experts on what juniors can be doing right now to make this summer count.
Read MoreLimited physical classes? Hybrid? Solely online? Not yet announced? All eyes look towards the UC System, the largest conglomerate of colleges in the country as the pioneer for next steps as we navigate this unknown
Read MoreAs we shelter in place during this new normal of COVID-19, several companies are offering free resources for students. Azusa Pacific University compiled a very helpful list, from fitness classes to waived services including internet, storage, and online video conferencing.
Read MoreBoth the SAT and ACT are piloting a digital, at-home version of their respective standardized tests. Again, not revolutionary given our new climate. But interesting from a PR standpoint. Between the two, the ACT is further along in test design and execution as leadership has announced a shift to online testing last school year even. What’s the impact of at-home testing?
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