In this bonus episode, Hollis and Jordana cover how we can help create safe environments for students by validating their identity and acknowledging where they are academically, emotionally, socially, and mentally. We continue to hear from students regularly that in addition to their schoolwork and extracurricular activities, they are also facing the stress and fear that is coming with current events in the US and the challenges that came with starting high school during a global pandemic. It is okay to acknowledge that sometimes, things are not okay for students as they process the amount of pressure they face. This episode emphasizes the importance of allowing students to be exactly who they are and find the schools that will allow them to grow in the ways that contribute to student success rather than burn out. We also touch on how parents can help support their students rather than adding to the immense pressure already felt by this generation of high school students.

If you or your student need additional resources or support, please know that support is out there, and we are happy to help how we can.

You have been waitlisted from a school you applied to, what now? In this episode, we discuss what to do if you are waitlisted, how schools think about waitlists, and what to do if you are impacted by waitlist movement. We also discuss why it is important to make an enrollment choice based on the schools that have sent students positive admission decisions. Tune in to hear all about waitlist decisions!

In this episode, Hollis and Jordana discuss what it means to be college ready and what it means to be college capable. We discuss the differences between these two terms, what they mean, why they are important, and how both can help students make informed decisions that prepare them not only for their college experience, but for life beyond college.

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Seniors (and families!) - throughout the winter and spring you have been receiving admission decisions from the schools you submitted applications to in the fall. Now that you have most - if not all - of your decisions, what should you be considering as you prepare to commit to a school and send in an enrollment deposit? We cover some big ticket items to consider as you think about your options! 

Disclaimer- our episode release schedule has shifted a bit so more episodes on more topics will be forthcoming. We mention to "go back and listen" to other episodes, and those topics will be coming out soon! Thanks for your understanding. 

Hollis's Article on Big Retired Life: https://bigretiredlife.com/2023/02/23/college-decision-season/

In this episode, Hollis and Jordana cover what exactly an IEC (Independent Educational Consultant) is, how to find one that offers student-centered support, and the scope of our work as IECs. We also talk about some of the things that IECs do not do. We start to scratch the surface of all of the moving parts and pieces of the college application process, and why IECs might be helpful to students and families while managing the process. 

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Who are we? Hollis and Jordana introduce themselves, share information on their educational and professional backgrounds and share how we got into college advising and the IEC industry. 

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