career tech

Gain Career Experience in High School with Career-Tech

"Career-tech is the rage." This quote makes us smile! This article…

The Biggest College Prep Decision You Can Make

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choosing a major

Choosing a Major, Picking a Career, Understanding Yourself: We Have a Tool for That

At some point, almost everyone struggles with these: choosing…
common application essay questions

Common Application Essay Questions

Class of 2025, it's your turn! Each year we wait for the announcement…

High School Course Options: What Are the Choices and Can They Save Money on College?

Students today face a dizzying array of high school course options.…
Professional Future

College Prep Confusion: We Don’t Want That For You

8th grade, 9th grade, 10th grade…it all goes by in a blur.…
speed reading

10 Ways Gifted Academically Talented Students Can Benefit From Speed Reading

Bonnie James is the founder and president of Advanced Reading…
ACT

Beating Clock Shock on the ACT

Brian Stewart and BWS Education Consulting are counted among…
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You Have a Sophomore: Thinking About the Road Ahead

So, you have a sophomore? In January (before you know it!), your…
College Money Talk

Having the College Money Talk with Your Student

At The Core is excited to bring you this guest blog from Joe…