
Testing Doesn’t Matter… Except When It Does (And How to Know the Difference)
Let’s talk about the most confusing thing in college admissions right now: testing. Because here’s what every junior parent hears: “Most schools are test-optional now!”

Let’s talk about the most confusing thing in college admissions right now: testing. Because here’s what every junior parent hears: “Most schools are test-optional now!”

Winter break is over. The decorations are down, the leftovers are gone, and reality just walked back in the door. If you’re a parent of

Happy New Year. If you’re a parent of a high schooler, January feels less like a fresh start and more like a deep breath before

There is a particular kind of quiet that settles in during school breaks for families with high school students. The calendar opens up. The emails

There is a moment that sneaks up on many parents of high school students, especially during family gatherings, milestone seasons, or times when college admissions

If you’ve survived Halloween week — the costumes, the candy, the chaos — congratulations. You’ve got the stamina for what’s next. Because right after pumpkin

Every week, my inbox fills with questions from parents who are doing their best — and quietly wondering if they’re behind. Spoiler: you’re not. So

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.