Are expensive summer camps worth it?

Ever since we started our Summer Opportunities web page years…
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Should Your High School Student Have a Part-Time Job?

At The Core Founder and CEO, Beth Probst, recently had the honor…
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Teens picking careers?! Preparing your teen for effective career exploration and college major selection

We see many sides of the career exploration process for teens.…
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In the News: Changes to the ACT Exam

The original piece below was written in January 2020. Since that…
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Parenting Teens: Friends, Motivation, and Independence

We knew our families have specific parenting questions, so this…
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Free College? Consider the US Military Academies

Not many colleges in the United States can claim to be free,…
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Financial Aid Considerations When Shopping for a College: FAFSA vs. CSS Profile

When searching for a college, families need to consider academic,…
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Being Undecided: Good Idea or Risky Business?

“Undecided is our biggest major.” “You can still graduate…
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Tips for a Successful College Visit: You Can Do This!

Ah, the college visit! The college visit is probably the one…
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