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630: How to Build a Rigorous (But Not Crushing) High School Schedule May 18, 2026

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Megan and Erin discussed how to build a rigorous but manageable high school schedule that balances academic rigor with student well-being. College Course Planning Strategy Megan and Erin discussed building a rigorous but manageable school schedule, emphasizing that colleges evaluate ... Read More »

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629: Surprising Results: Erin’s Admissions Questions May 11, 2026

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Megan and Erin discussed a challenging college admission situation involving a student with strong academic credentials (1520 SAT, 4.0 GPA, all A’s) who was rejected by highly competitive schools despite thorough preparation and professional guidance. The student ultimately gained admission ... Read More »

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628: What Should You Do With Your PSAT Results (and How They Might Earn You Scholarships) May 04, 2026

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Megan and Erin discussed the importance of utilizing PSAT results to identify areas for improvement and prepare for future standardized tests. They explain how to access and interpret PSAT scores, focusing on analyzing specific subject areas rather than just the ... Read More »

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627: Current Trends in Education Apr 27, 2026

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Megan and Erin discussed Erin’s recent experience at South by Southwest, where she attended sessions focused on AI in education and executive function coaching. Executive Function Coaching Certification Discussion Erin and Megan discussed the importance of using accurate vocabulary when ... Read More »

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626: Five Things you can do RIGHT NOW to Make College Admissions Easier Apr 21, 2026

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Megan and Erin discussed five key actions families can take throughout high school to make college admissions easier, emphasizing actions families can take from freshman year through junior year. Megan highlighted the importance of consistent planning and outlined key tasks ... Read More »

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625: Can Students Avoid Online College Classes? Apr 13, 2026

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Today Megan and Erin answer a listener question about online classes and brainstorm ideas for students, parents, and educators to help avoid a schedule full of unwanted online college classes. Laurie wrote: I have noticed a trend the past two ... Read More »

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624: Some Surprising College Rejections Apr 06, 2026

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Megan and Erin discuss common surprising college rejections and how to avoid them. College rejections are often based on numerical limitations rather than personal judgment, but they still hurt. While some rejection is expected with competitive admissions, there are some ... Read More »

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623: Your Major Doesn’t Determine Your Future Mar 30, 2026

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Megan and Erin discuss the importance of not rushing to decide a college major, especially for high school students who may not have been exposed to all possible fields of study. Many students change their majors during college and that ... Read More »

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622: How to Tell if you are “Doing Enough” Mar 23, 2026

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Join us as Megan and Erin discussed how parents can determine if their children are working hard enough, particularly in the context of academic performance and test preparation. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as it depends on ... Read More »

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621: How to Compare College Offers & Make Your Final Decision Mar 16, 2026

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Join Megan and Erin as they discuss how students can compare and make decisions about college offers, focusing on financial considerations and program offerings. It can be difficult to make that final decision. Families can start evaluating offers by Having ... Read More »

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