Technology in education is not a new concept. Educational CD rooms have existed for over 20 years. Touch screen monitors, internet labs and online grading systems are pretty much the norm these days in schools and colleges. We also see most universities offering hybrid programs that include all or partial courses online, entire departments dedicated… [Read More]
College Prep
7 Self-Help Books to Survive High School (for Teens & Parents)
This self confidence book for teens (age 12-16) gives exceptional, effective, easy to implement tools to help you learn: • How to identify what’s working and what’s need improving in your life! • How to believe in yourself – from the inside! • How to identify the things you really enjoy and want! • How… [Read More]
College Savings May Be the Best Holiday Gift
This program is in partnership with the Florida Prepaid College Board but as always, opinions are 100% our own. During this time of the year many family members will ask each other about gift ideas for their kids. I was actually excited when my dad asked me if he could contribute toward our girls’ college… [Read More]
[VIDEO] Michelle Obama Launches BetterMakeRoom.org to Help Teens's College Process
As part of her Reach Higher initiative, the First Lady is announcing a new public awareness campaign, Better Make Room, to target Generation Z, or young people ages 14-19, to celebrate a debt-free education, change the national conversation, and reach students directly where they are and give them a space to create content while also… [Read More]
Applications Open for Colgate's College Grants for Hispanic High School Seniors
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Colgate announced its second year partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) to launch the company’s annual Haz la U™ educational grant program now in its seventh year. To promote the importance of education among Latinos, the company will support the HHF’s Youth Awards program through its Community Service… [Read More]
Have a High School Senior at Home? Applications for Coca-Cola's Scholarship are Now Open
As seniors gear up for their last year of school, the excitement can be contagious at home. But for parents, the stress and pressure of impending tuitions is just around the corner. That’s why we’re excited to share some news with you! This year’s Coca-Cola scholarship application is now available online at www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org. Coca-Cola is… [Read More]
From Home to Dorm: 5 Ways you can Prepare your Teen for Life on their Own
Is your teen headed to the dorms this year or the next? With the rate of Latino high school graduates enrolling in college surpassing that of whites, it’s likely that they’re moving into the dorms more frequently too (source: Pew Hispanic Center). The transition to life on their own can be a little daunting, from… [Read More]
[En Español] [VIDEO] 3 consejos para padres y adolescentes para menos estrés durante la aplicacion a las universidades
Para la versión en inglés, oprime AQUÍ. Esta es una serie editorial especial llamada “LifeEDU,” patrocinado por el programa #FortheDream de Coca-Cola, donde brindamos a los padres hispanos consejos y recomendaciones sobre la manera de aprovechar el período de verano para influir positivamente en la transición entre la escuela secundaria a la universidad … y más allá. Por:… [Read More]
[VIDEO] 4 Action Steps for a Stress-Free College Application Process by a College Admissions Expert
Para la versión en español, favor pulsar AQUÍ. This is a special 6-week editorial series called “LifeEDU” sponsored by Coca-Cola’s #FortheDream program, where we arm parents with tips & recommendations on how to take advantage of the summer period to positively influence the transition between high school to college…and beyond. By: Tyrone Sandaal, High School… [Read More]
[En Español] [VIDEO] 29 maneras de obtener dinero gratis para la universidad
Para la versión en inglés, oprime AQUÍ. Esta es una serie editorial especial llamada “LifeEDU,” patrocinado por el programa #FortheDream de Coca-Cola, donde brindamos a los padres hispanos consejos y recomendaciones sobre la manera de aprovechar el período de verano para influir positivamente en la transición entre la escuela secundaria a la universidad … y más allá. Si,… [Read More]