By: Celeste Calabrisi Reading is such a difficult subject for some people. Reading can put some people in faraway worlds of varying galaxies and mystical creatures. For others, it just puts them to sleep. I hated reading in high school. I was a slow, methodical reader that liked to take my time to absorb the material. However, college was not so forgiving. I realized very quickly, that high school did not prepare me to read a lot of material at once and absorb the main points

By: Alena You As human beings, we are not always in a state of hustling and bustling. Sometimes, we just get tired. Have you ever had those moments where you just have no energy or motivation to do anything? Here is what you should do when that occurs. The Opposite of Being Productive When you feel this way, sometimes the best thing to do is the opposite of being productive. These are moments when you need to be more gentle on yourself and take a breather. If you just do more

Week 4 of the Prep Report! Main Story: 7th Grade Summer Workshop

By: Mason Weupe Seven classes each day, two club meetings, three sporting events, and twelve assignments all to be completed by Friday… and it’s Tuesday. Who has the TIME!?? Being an excellent student in and out of the classroom sometimes feels like an impossible task, but what if I told you it doesn't have to be? If you plan accordingly, you only have to study for two hours a day and NOT on Sundays. Yes, just two hours a day! I bet you didn’t think it would be that easy, did

By: Alena You As Martha Beck says, “How you do anything is how you do everything”, and this quote has stuck with me for quite some time now. It is important that you show up for yourself at home and not just at school. There are a few key things to focus on at home that will spill over to your academic, social, and spiritual wellness. Make Sure You are Healthy Eat a healthy diet, which involves a balanced meal. Let’s say you either have the option of eating a bag of hot Cheet

By: Alena You Balancing academics and extra-curricular activities can be difficult. When you have a commitment to go to school from 9 AM - 4 PM on the weekdays, you might think, “How can we balance school, friends, family, work, and clubs?” It is very different from the weekends, where you get to recharge all day and spend time with family. Many people do extra-curricular activities after school. It might be exhausting, and you might never seem like you have enough time. Here

By Omar Monsalvo Getting involved in college is one of the most important things you must do as soon as possible. Other than meeting people in your dorm hall, clubs and organizations are where you’ll make friends and have professional relationships. Depending on your workload for the quarter or semester, the average involvement can vary from person to person. A good blueprint would be to look for one social club, one pertaining to your hobby, and one related to your desired p

Week 3 of the Prep Report! Main Story: College Acceptances!

By: Celeste Calabrisi When applying for colleges, I got into the school I wanted. I must admit, however, that I did not put much time or thought into why I wanted to go. I chose the school that I chose because I wanted to be able to live at home to save money. Whether you are trying to save money, live at home, or immerse yourself in the college experience, there are many considerations to take before selecting your school. Here are the things I wished I would have known bef

By: Omar Monsalvo Community college tends to be surrounded by a cloud of negative judgment. Many students hesitate to say they will be attending their local community college because of social, family, or even personal pressures. It shouldn’t be this way. I am here to tell you why community college is the smart choice, and how it could be the right choice for you. Money As we all know, going to college is expensive. However, going to community college could possibly avoid dra

Main Story: Come see our college flags hung around our new office space! See if your college made the cut and sign your name right on the flag!

By: Celeste Calabrisi As a tutor and college counselor, I often get asked, “Are high school and college really that different?” The answer varies based on what that student wants to know. Many things are almost exactly the same and others are in stark contrast to each other. In this post, I will unpack some of the most important similarities and differences between these institutions of learning and how you should approach each one. First, the teachers. The teachers in high s