Ivy League Prep Academy Podcast

Latest Episodes:

How 'Normal' Teens Create Impressive Impact Projects Aug 14, 2023

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As you've listened to interviews with impressive teens on this podcast, you may have felt like some other parents, who have reached out to me recently to say that they can't relate. They feel like their teen couldn't possibly produce the kind of work that the teens on my interviews have done.
While I understand the frustration, I also think it is important to clarify that these other teens didn't accomplish their incredible results in one go. They had to take one step at a time.
The important thing is figuring out the direction you want to go, and then developing a few skills and the right mindset to be as resourceful as you need to be to able to navigate unforeseen challenges.
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Music, Science, & Service- Justin's Impact Project Aug 07, 2023

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Justin is a rising junior who loves music and science, and wanted to find a way to positively impact his community. Listen in to learn how he combined these interests in a very unique way by teaching art and music to children with Autism.
Along the way, he gained over $5,000 in funding, and hired professional teachers to help deliver the content.
He has advice for younger scientists, and shares his thoughts about what is next for him and the growth of his project.
To contact Justin, go to:
IG: @artsparks_oc

Email: justin@artsparks-oc.org

Website: http://www.artsparks-oc.org

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Flash Announcement: Friday Night Cohort Begins Aug 4 Aug 04, 2023

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I'm excited to work with your teen. There are a few spots available in this Friday night cohort.
Reach out to me right away if you'd like to join:
my calendar: tilc.to/meet
register at: tilc.to/register
email me: theivyleaguechallenge.com
See you there!
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To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website.
To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
To join us on our Facebook group for parents:
Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

Rising Senior Dimitri on his Astrophysics Impact Project Ideas Jul 31, 2023

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Dimitri joined his cohort of the Ivy League Challenge when it was already half-way completed. Soon after it finished, he joined the Bootcamp (for rising seniors only) and completed the first half of the bootcamp just before joining me for this interview.
He shares his experience in the Ivy League Challenge, as well as his ideas about his ambitions to spread curiosity and excitement about the solar system beyond Earth.
He gives advice for others who also want to create a similar impact project.
His podcast is called Beyond the Blue, and here is a link to his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheBlue..
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To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website.
To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
To join us on our Facebook group for parents:
Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

Visualization for High School Students Jul 27, 2023

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During class we did a visualization about what kind of student you would be when you arrive at your dream college.
Two of the students requested that I make the recording available for the public, and I agreed to do that.
Please find a comfortable place where you can close your eyes as you go through this, and have a pen and paper available for when you finish the visualization so you can take some notes on your impressions.
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Time Management, Engagement Musings from Class Jul 24, 2023

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Each summer, we do an intensive bootcamp ONLY for rising seniors, where we go through the entire Ivy League Challenge course in just 2 weeks.
During day 2, we discussed how precious each hour is for the next few months, and that managing our time and energy will be critical to a successful senior summer.
The students committed to deleting social media apps from their phones until applications are turned in, and we discussed how to choose to engage in our studies and in life by increasing our appreciation for what is around us, and to choose to be curious about things.
Here are a few clips from the class.
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Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

In Their Words: Student & Parent Describe the Ivy League Challenge Jul 17, 2023

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Corey Fischer and his mom, Robyn Blair, answered questions from my Facebook Group audience.
Among the highlights--
Can teens really figure out their core values?
How did you figure out your impact project?
What was class like?
Can a busy student really add this to their schedule?
and so much more.
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To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website.
To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
To join us on our Facebook group for parents:
Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

Back to Podcasting & FREE Workshop Jul 12, 2023

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Don't miss the free workshop from July 12-15.
register at https://www.theivyleaguechallenge.com/workshop
See you there!

The Difference a Year Can Make, Part 2 with Ishita Kopparapu Jul 10, 2023

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One year ago I met with Ishita and her parents. She was already a very hard worker, but needed some direction and clarity about what mattered most to her.
She has grown so much over this past year, and in such a healthy, duplicatable way, that I want the world to hear her story.
This is part 2 of 2.
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To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website.
To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
To join us on our Facebook group for parents:
Or schedule a meeting with Steve here

The Difference a Year Can Make, Part 1 with Ishita Kopparapu Jun 12, 2023

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One year ago I met with Ishita and her parents. She was already a very hard worker, but needed some direction and clarity about what mattered most to her.
She has grown so much over this past year, and in such a healthy, duplicatable way, that I want the world to hear her story.
This is part 1 of 2.
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To register for the Ivy League Challenge, visit our website.
To follow on Instagram: @TheIvyLeagueChallenge
To join us on our Facebook group for parents:
Or schedule a meeting with Steve here