Category: student 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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  • College Chronicles by Charlotte G – The Final Installment

    Thanks to Charlotte for the third installment of her blog highlighting academics, dorm life, and the joys (and challenges) of being a college student! Hello again everyone! The last time we talked we were just settling in to the school year, and now look at us… our college year is rapidly coming to an end!!!…

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  • College Chronicles by Charlotte G – The Sequel

    Here’s Charlotte’s second blog on academics, dorm life, and the joys (and challenges) of being a college student! Hey, Freshman! How’s it going? I know my year had a crazy start, so I can only imagine that you felt it too! I’m so proud of you guys. Can you believe it’s almost November? How time…

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