Ivy League Prep Academy Podcast

Latest Episodes:

How to Balance Everything Masterclass pt. 3 Dec 11, 2022

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Now that we know what colleges are not looking for, and also what they do care most about, we can create a strategy to ensure that we prioritize the right activities.
We clarify how to create the time for those most important activities, and how to stay on top of everything as you go.
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How to Balance Everything Masterclass pt. 2 Dec 09, 2022

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The myths that lead to the imbalance.
Learn what college admissions officers actually care about when they shape a class.
It's not what you think.
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How to Balance Everything Masterclass pt. 1 Dec 07, 2022

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In part one of our November 2023 masterclass, we learn how and why teens get so far out of balance.
While many people believe that teens have no choice in the matter, the reality is that it is both possible and strategic to create a schedule that allows for plenty of space for balance.
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The Impressiveness Trap Dec 05, 2022

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It is natural and understandable that teens want to find ways to impress admissions officers.
And yet... that desire to impress often leads to the exact opposite effect.
So what can we do instead?
It's not what you expect.
Listen in to learn more.
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How Too Many APs Makes it Harder to Get In pt. 2 Nov 28, 2022

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In part 2 of this series, we learn what the right amount of AP or IB classes will be for you.
This is part 2-- be sure to listen to part 1 for context.
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How Too Many APs Makes it Harder to Get In pt. 1 Nov 21, 2022

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Although everywhere you turn, everyone talks about how important academic rigor is, there is more to the story.
AP, IBDP, or A-level classes are unquestionably valuable. And yet, sometimes there can be too much of a good thing.
This is certainly one of those times.
Rather than taking a class load that pushes you to the edge of sanity, remember why you want to demonstrate academic rigor, and don't forget the significance of the rest of your application.
Don't exclude yourself from consideration from the schools you want to get into. Listen to understand how to choose a better strategy than taking as many advanced classes as possible.
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How to Balance Everything Nov 18, 2022

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Exciting announcement for those who feel overwhelmed by school work as we approach the end of the semester.
I am hosting a free masterclass to help you help your teens balance everything. This masterclass is best for both parents and teens to attend together.
Juniors and seniors (grades 11 and 12) are in the middle of the busiest times of their lives so far, and should join this masterclass. Also, please join if your teen is in grade 8, 9, or 10 so that you can avoid some of the biggest mistakes that nearly everyone makes when they schedule their junior and senior years.
To attend the masterclass, join my Facebook Group: Parents of Ambitious Teens; Personal Growth & Healthy College Prep.
You can sign up to join the group here: TILC.to/FB
The Masterclass will be November 22nd, 2022 at 8:00 PM EST.
See you there!
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Duke Prof. Robert Malkin on Research in High School Nov 14, 2022

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As more and more families realize how valuable academic research is as a college admissions strategy, they come to us to learn how to get started.
But professors are busy, and most high school students don't have the skills or understanding to be able to contribute right away. This means that there are a limited number of professors who are willing to add a high school student to the team.
But because it is difficult for many to find these research opportunities does not mean that they are not available.
Duke Professor Dr. Robert Malkin joins me today to introduce scholarly research as a high school student.
Listen in to learn:
* what academic research is
* why you might want to consider doing academic research
* why it is so impressive to selective admissions teams
* how to get started
* how to be successful in a research lab
* and more
To contact Dr. Malkin:
His Lab: dhtlab.pratt.duke.edu

Company website (IRI): www.iri-nc.org

Personal email: Robert.malkin@duke.edu

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Mother and Daughter Reflect on Phase 1 Nov 07, 2022

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Zuzu (Ivy League Challenge student) and Gulnar (her mom) join me to discuss Zuzu's experience in the Ivy League Challenge.
We discuss each weekly class from phase 1 (the first four weeks of the program) from both the student's and mother's perspective.
Learn why they joined, and what they have experienced during this first month in the program.
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Better Essays, Less Time Oct 31, 2022

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Few things are more frustrating than working hard for weeks to put together your best essay, only to get a poor grade.
Essay writing should be preferable to test taking, but because there are too many poor essay writing strategies, many students would rather take a test than write a paper.
I hope that changes with this podcast.
Learn how to be more effective and ensure that all of your essays get great grades.
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