Category: Campus life

  • High School 101: Essential Tips for Your Rising 9th Grader

    As the new school year approaches, your rising 9th grader is likely feeling a healthy mix of excitement and apprehension about high school. As a parent, you may also have mixed emotions, remembering your own freshman year while thinking about the academic and social challenges ahead. While these concerns are valid, it’s important to know…

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  • What Kids Worry About When Going Back to School

    As summer winds down and the school year approaches, many middle and high school students experience a mix of excitement and anxiety. While the return to school brings opportunities for learning and socializing, it also comes with a range of worries that can affect students’ well-being. Understanding these concerns can help parents support their children…

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  • Boarding School Bound? Here’s How to Pack Like a Pro!

    Part 2 – The List Embarking on the journey to boarding school marks a momentous milestone in your child’s life, one that can trigger a whirlwind of emotions – from eager excitement to nervous anticipation. As a parent, it is your job to ensure that they step into this new adventure well-prepared, both in practical…

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  • Boarding School Bound? Here’s How to Pack Like a Pro!

    Part 1: The Power of Preparation Embarking on the journey to boarding school marks a momentous milestone in your child’s life, one that can trigger a whirlwind of emotions – from eager excitement to nervous anticipation. As a parent, it is your job to ensure that they step into this new adventure well-prepared, both in…

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  • 10 tips to maximize college visits

    Summer is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time for all you high school rising juniors and seniors to get out and explore college campuses. This is a right of passage for many students and their parents – and an essential part of college admissions. So, to help you make the most of…

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  • College Chronicles by Charlotte G.

    Meet one of KQ’s new Intern Bloggers! Charlotte grew up in Greenwich, CT. She graduated high school in 2020 and currently attends university in Virginia. Charlotte looks forward to sharing her perspectives and advice on academics, dorm life, and the joys along with the challenges of being a college student! #1 – My top 10…

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