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New high schools seniors must use this summer to get a head start on the college application process.
Summer College Readiness Tips for New High School Seniors
Alejandro was the first in his family to go to college. His dad asked him half-way through UCSB to leave to help out the family. Alejandro stayed and now is helping to make the world a better place (including helping his family).
I Need College. We Need College.
Going away to college will not hurt your family. This UC Davis students says that initially her mother initially was opposed but now everything is much better. Her family didn't have to pay anything and she and her younger sisters are now much closer.
Things Do Change But Not For the Worse
Now more than ever, we need to help counselors and schools prepare our students for college. Join our group of lay-college counselors, aka high school teachers, with these 12 May 2011 tips. Use TAs and seniors to help you. I can send you a word version of this document, if needed.
May 2011 College Readiness Tips for Teachers
If you are able to break down the college's financial aid package effectively, it will end up saving you thousands in the long run.