29 Dec
2019
Applying to Colleges: how to get started, what to keep in mind, and how to simplify the process
College applications – everyone’s worst nightmare! Applying to colleges is a stressful time without a doubt. There are so many different factors to keep in mind when deciding which colleges to apply to. Not only that, but the application process itself can be somewhat confusing. Here are several tips to help make your college application… Continue reading
16 Dec
2019
New Year’s Goals for School
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A new year brings so much promise and hope for many people; especially for students. Teaching students about goal setting helps not only their foundations for when they grow up, but their academic and work histories for their future. Teaching goals early not only helps build self-esteem, but gains confidence and understanding. Taking simple goal… Continue reading
03 Feb
2017
Characteristics of a Successful Student: Part 2
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In this portion, we will focus on staying committed to our plan in order to achieve goals. Now that we have developed a plan, we must identify principles to incorporate into our characteristics. When I was a college sophomore, I read a book that completely changed my outlook on studying and on my life: “The… Continue reading
04 Oct
2016
The Importance of Time Management
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Why is time management useful? The answer is simple; it allows us the opportunity to efficiently achieve our goals in all areas of life! According to Wikipedia, “Time management is the act or process of planning and exercising conscious control over an amount of time to increase effectiveness, efficiency or productivity.” Useful techniques for developing time management skills. 1.) Create a daily,… Continue reading