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Effectively Dealing with “Senioritis”: A Sneak Peak from the Premiere College Planning Book for Parents

Nichole Renee

      Being Proactive is the Key! pulls from my over eighteen years of experience serving as a school counselor and provided nuggets that I felt would help parents better navigate the school system. Once you have a grasp on the operating functions of a school, the role your parenting style plays in the process, and the services, resources and options available you can better strategize for your child’s postsecondary planning. The book contains 20 essential tips that […]

High School Parents: Get a Handle on the Second Half of the School Year!

Nichole Renee

    For most of you, your kids are approaching the mid-part of the school year.  This is a key time to assess grades, discuss room for improvement and develop a plan to end the year on a high note.  Take some time to make phone calls to teachers and school counselors for any next steps. Make sure you connect with other outside resources for guidance as well. In regards to post-secondary planning (college, military, […]

A Love Letter to Educators: The Story of Tyera

Nichole Renee

  As educators, we occasionally get to see the fruits of our labor.  We work tirelessly with kids wondering how much of an impact we have on them.   Are they listening? Are they changing?  What will happen to them? What will they become?  These are the questions we ask ourselves. Sometimes we hear about a news story of a student who graduated, or connect with a previous student who comes back for a visit. There are […]

High School Graduation: Begin with the End in Mind

Nichole Renee

  This past week, millions experienced one of my favorite times of the year: Graduation.  It is the culmination of a child’s high school experience rising to a colossal defining moment. The building is a buzz and there is an eclectic energy that cannot be replicated or duplicated. Seniors are in their best attire with half-zipped robes, getting the cap and tassel just right as they rush to the gathering area. Families are beaming with pride packed in the lobby […]