by David Wachtel | Jun 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
There are a number of websites that have tools that allow you to estimate the chances of your student getting accepted at a specific college or university. Here is a list of a few of the more popular sites: www.Cappex.com www.Parchment.com www.Naviance.com...
by David Wachtel | May 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
A growing number of colleges are allowing students to uses opportunities outside the classroom to enhance and validate classroom knowledge. The registrars at these institutions are documenting this information on the official transcript to better communicate the...
by David Wachtel | May 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
As a parent of a high school freshman would I agree that I want my student to develop and demonstrate empathy? The quick answer is most definitely yes, along with any number of additional positive character traits. I didn’t know, however, that demonstrating empathy is...
by David Wachtel | May 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
Our family’s shared Google calendar is like looking at the racks of paint sample cards at the local hardware store. Each family member has a color and every activity for each person, as far out as it makes sense to put it on the calendar, is on display with colors...
by David Wachtel | Apr 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
In Turning The Tide, a Making Caring Common Project by the Harvard Graduate School of Education, the authors state in their summary, “today’s culture sends young people messages that emphasize personal success rather than concern for others and the common good.” The...
