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What Students Might Not Believe about College Admissions
The case for prioritizing a good fit college over rankings.

Tips for Raising Well-Balanced Kids
Tips to support healthy development and prepare your child for real success.

Rethinking Normal: Back-to-School Tips for 2021
Tips for parents and students who return to school in the fall.

10 Summer Activities for Teens to Help Them Stay Healthy and Engaged
Many parents have asked me, “What should my kids be doing this summer so they are prepared for the next school year?”

Parenting During the Pandemic: Finding Opportunities in the Obstacles
Tips for parents and students who return to school in the fall.

SPACE Framework for School Change
Examples of changes schools make based on our research-based school change framework.

Our Book: Overloaded & Underprepared
Best practices and case studies based on our work with schools since 2003.

“PDF” Tips
Why PDF (Playtime, Downtime, and Family time) is essential for kids of all ages.

College Admissions Resources
Resources to support parents and students during the college application process.

What Students Wish We Knew
Listen to students share what they wish their parents and teachers knew about them.