The Myth of “Apply Early or Miss Out”: Application Series Week 1
Early deadlines create pressure for students and families, but “apply early” isn’t always the best move. This post helps counselors guide seniors through Early Action and Early Decision wisely, clarifying when it truly helps, when to wait, and how to protect students from financial and emotional stress.
Week 10: Final Checklist before Application Deadlines
As early deadlines approach, it’s the small details that often get missed. This pre-deadline checklist helps seniors stay on track with essays, recommendations, applications, and more.
Week 9: Providing(Basic) FAFSA Guidance
FAFSA season can be overwhelming, but early preparation helps. This post offers a simple checklist and guidance to help families get ready with confidence.
Fall Series Week 8: Parent Communication Tools
Parents and guardians play a big role in supporting students, but the applications should remain student-led. These templates make communication easier and clearer.
Week 7: Simplifying Transcript Requests
Transcript requests can overwhelm counselors in the fall. Here’s a simple system plus a free form template to keep everything organized.
Fall Roadmap Week 6: Helping the Stragglers Find Their First Step
A practical 4-week college application plan to help late-starting seniors take their first step, build momentum, and be ready to apply by fall deadlines.
Surviving Recommendation Season
Recommendation season is here. Four practical strategies plus a free copy-and-paste college recommendation letter template to help counselors stay organized.
Helping Seniors Balance Applications and Schoolwork
Seniors are juggling classes, activities, tests, and now college applications. Here are practical ways to help them balance it all without burning out.
College List Prioritization for Seniors
Help seniors focus their college lists before deadlines. This week’s post shares a simple worksheet to set priorities, track deadlines, and estimate costs.
Fall Week 2: Basic Communication Plan
A steady communication plan can save your inbox — and your sanity. This post offers a simple way to keep students, families, and teachers in the loop without overthinking it. Copy/paste planner included.