Helping your student through homesickness
By Lucy Ewing Colleges have programs in place to welcome new students, but many first years will still …
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By Lucy Ewing Colleges have programs in place to welcome new students, but many first years will still …
Helping your student through homesickness Read MoreThis past spring, I observed with admiration as the oldest children of two close friends graduated from …
Starting early to explore career opportunities on campus Read MoreThere are so many ways parenting a college student differs from the younger years. Remember all those games/concerts/performances you watched, and how you actually knew the other kids/coaches/instructors? And parent-teacher conferences — my sons attend a large public high school, but a few times a year I do get to sit across a table from their teachers and discuss their progress, challenges, and goals.
How Parents Can Stay Involved, On and Off Campus Read MoreMy daughter, a sophomore, is already considering internships for the coming summer and has formed a long …
College summers — Your student’s many options Read MoreSupporting your student during these last hectic months before graduation may feel more pressing than planning for …
Senior Parents: Get ready for graduation! Read MoreLooking for a present for your high school graduate? Celebrate your son or daughter’s accomplishments with these …
High School Graduation Gift Ideas Read MoreYour son or daughter is finally graduating! Celebrate your student’s four (or more) years of hard work …
College Graduation Gifts from Parents Read MoreBy Jo Calhoun One of the biggest transitions for new college students and their parents is that students …
Academic Success in College: How You Can Help Read MoreThe first birthday away from home can be a bit sad for students (and their parents!). You …
The Best Birthday Gifts for College Students Read MoreThe best thing you can do to prepare your child for safety issues they may face in college is to talk with them about them while they’re still at home. Even as they enter high school, you can begin laying the groundwork for college safety and security. These might not be the most comfortable or fun conversations you ever have, but they may be the most important.
7 Safety Issues to Talk About Before They Go to College Read More