
Finding Balance: High School Routines That Save Your Sanity
High school feels like a juggling act. Classes, homework, sports, clubs, jobs, social lives — and don’t forget sleep, meals, and family time. Some days

High school feels like a juggling act. Classes, homework, sports, clubs, jobs, social lives — and don’t forget sleep, meals, and family time. Some days

When we drove down to Gainesville for Admitted Students Day, it wasn’t just another tour to check off the list. UF was one of Jake’s

By now, you’ve probably wandered a few campuses, maybe taken an official tour or two, and realized something important: Every college starts to blend together.

Once junior year hits, everything about college starts to feel a little more real. Deadlines, grades, testing — and yes, campus visits. If you’ve done

I used to think college visits had to be formal — scheduled through the admissions office, led by a peppy student guide, ending with a

The University of Alabama might be known for its football, sorority rush dance TikToks, and big tailgates, but there’s so much more to this campus

It’s 2 am. Again. Not because I’m writing a book or coming home from a fun girls’ night. I’m awake because I’m having a hot

You made it. Senior year is just around the corner—and whether you’re feeling excited, overwhelmed, or a mix of both, you’re not alone. As a

A grounded plan for the year where everything feels like it counts Junior year. The “big one.” If you’ve heard the whispers (or full-blown panic)

Freshman year is in the rearview mirror. And while the pressure of college applications may not feel urgent yet, the sophomore year has a quiet
Former high school counselor, mom of two boys, and your guide from freshman year through the finish line. I help parents figure out what matters now, what can wait, and what to do next.
Bring it to my free parent workshop. I teach a little, then we spend real time on your questions.