Archive for August, 2007

Oops! I Did It Again

Monday, August 20th, 2007

Most of us have good intentions when it comes to getting homework done. That’s why it seems so unfair when something unforeseen happens—something so bad and merciless it forces us…

10 Tips for Being On Time

Friday, August 17th, 2007

Do you seem to be late for school a lot? Do people tease you about it? It might seem funny at first, but the truth is that being on time…

Setting Up Your Work Station

Thursday, August 16th, 2007

Some studies have shown that more and more young adults are suffering with pain in their hands, wrists, and shoulders. We shouldn’t be surprised by this, because this age group…

The Future of the U.S. News College Rankings

Wednesday, August 15th, 2007

While anti-rankings fervor only continues to grow, efforts to undermine or eliminate the college rankings have thus far been unsuccessful. It appears that the colleges most vocally fighting the…

Considering Advanced Placement

Sunday, August 12th, 2007

Before you start this school year, you may want to consider signing up for one or more Advanced Placement courses. Advanced Placement (or AP) actually refers to a…

Earning College Credit in High School

Friday, August 10th, 2007

Many high school students are considering signing up for dual enrollment courses right now, or courses that provide credit in both high school and college. This type of program is…

More Students Taking Time Off Before College?

Tuesday, August 7th, 2007

An article in the Washington Post describes how some high school seniors take a year off - to travel, pursue an interest, or simply relax - before starting college….