Sometimes, I show photos of my students at prom, high school graduation, or college graduation to my friends. “Look at my babies,” I exclaim, celebrating their milestones. “Jennifer,” says my friend. “This is a grown person, not a baby.” Whatever. She’s never tried to calm down a crying teenager afraid of a low test score […]
College-bound
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In College Prep, Confidence in school, Essay Writing, Literacy, Paying for College, Scholarships
Essay Writing For Scholarships & College Admissions
SESSION I: June 16 – July 9 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays | 9 am – 10:15 am Pay by June 5: $775. Pay after June 5: $825. Register here: Welcome to ESSAY WRITING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS & COLLEGE ADMISSIONS! SESSION II: July 14 — August 6 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays | 9 am – 10:15 am Pay by […]
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By Scholar Ready
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In ACT Prep, College Prep, Literacy, Math, Math, Paying for College, PSAT Prep, SAT Prep, Scholarships, student athlete
Prepare for PSAT, SAT, and ACT
Spring and Summer Courses All courses are led by a live instructor. Summer ACT Preparation Course | Starts at $1399 CLASS MEETINGS: July 15 — August 7. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm, CST TEST REVIEW: September 2 – 4. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. 7 pm — 9 pm, CST Limited to […]
Always Apply For These Scholarships
For most students, their largest source of scholarships will be their college or university. Here’s a list of 70+ scholarships from Texas public and private colleges. Loading…
The Realities of Paying For College
Tired of financial or college advice that doesn’t apply to you? In this episode, we break it down with Jennifer Ledwith, tackling realistic options for everyone—whether you’re broke, have some cash to spare, or are dealing with unsupportive parents. No matter which category you fall into, we’ve got you covered. Tune in for a down-to-earth […]
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In ACT Prep, College Prep, Paying for College, PSAT Prep, SAT Prep, Scholarships
$1 Million+ In Scholarships Tied To Test Scores
Increasingly, parents whose students are pursuing scholarships hire me for PSAT, SAT, or ACT preparation. What are 3 things that my student can do today to prepare for the next PSAT, SAT, or ACT? Schedule a 30-minute phone call to plan your next steps. Here’s a list of 19 scholarships (worth more than $1 Million) […]
Peace With “Grown” College Students This Holiday Season
Clara Peña, LPC-S, LCDC, RPT of New Outlook Individual & Family Therapy, LLC is passionate about helping women adapt to empty nests. But what happens when those “grown” children return for short-term (weekend, holidays, summers) breaks and long-term (years) to the family home? According to Dr. Peña, a professional therapist, setting clear boundaries and expections […]
Write a College Essay That Stands Out
Well-written essays can lead to college admissions and scholarships. Keep reading to learn how to write an essay that stands out from the crowd. Step 1: Read Professional Examples of Storytelling The First Time I Faced a Hostile Audience (Kids) by John Leguizamo On Witness and Respair: A Personal Tragedy Followed by Pandemic by Jesymn Ward Letter […]
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In College Prep, Confidence in school, Literacy, Math, Math, Paying for College, PSAT Prep, SAT Prep, Scholarships, stress relief
40 Summer College Opportunities
Success in college requires good habits. Join me this summer, and I’ll teach you how to use knowledge, strategy, and consistency to become more confident. 40 seats in Essay Writing for Scholarships and College Admissions, PSAT/SAT Preparation, STEM, Business and Industry, and Public Service courses are now open! ESSAY WRITING FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS AND SCHOLARSHIPS Recommended for Class […]
SAT or ACT
Question: Should I take the SAT or ACT? Answer: Take both. The SAT and ACT can improve your chances of bypassing college placement exams (TSIA, Accuplacer, etc.) and gaining college admission and scholarships. [Scholarship programs that require SAT or ACT scores] Here are 4 additional reasons for taking the SAT and ACT. 1. Most admission and scholarship […]