Holiday Gift Guide for Parents of Teens

Holiday Gift Guide for Parents of Teens

The College Spy's Holiday Gift Guide for Parents of Teens will help you choose holiday gifts that your college bound teen needs and wants. Our gift suggestions come from conversations with many students. We hope you find it helpful. Happy Holidays!

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A "B" In A Challenging Course May Be Better Than An "A" In An Easy Course

A "B" In A Challenging Course May Be Better Than An "A" In An Easy Course

College admissions officers are impressed not just by good grades, but by good grades in challenging courses. The key to choosing the right courses for college admissions purposes is to make sure you are challenging yourself in the classroom without an unmanageable amount of stress.

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3 Things High School Students Should Think About When Searching for Summer Jobs

3 Things High School Students Should Think About When Searching for Summer Jobs

The key to getting the most out of a summer job is to think ahead about what the job will do for you aside from providing you with spending money. A summer job can also boost your self-esteem, introduce you to a potential future career and help you get into college. Before you run out and take the first job you can find, here are some things to consider when choosing your summer job.

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