Category: by Debra Bell

Collegebound? What to Do Senior Year

So here you are—the final stretch. Congratulations. Don’t worry. Be happy. Decide to enjoy these final moments with your young adult. Your influence as a parent is waning. After this year, you’ll be wise to wait to be asked before giving your advice. (Remember, I’m speaking with hindsight now.) If you’ve been ticking off mission-critical Read More...

Collegebound? What to Do in 11th Grade, Part 2

You and your teen are closing in on the biggest financial decision of her life—much more significant and complex than buying a house or taking a job. Complicating our teens' college decision can be our own fears and motivations as a homeschool parent. Read More...

Collegebound? What to Do in 11th Grade

11th grade is the most important year of your collegebound teen’s academic life. Because this year is so mission critical, I’ve got several steps that are too important to skip. Read More...

Collegebound? What to Do in 10th Grade, Part 3

Like most homeschool opportunities, you’ll have to bootstrap this and maybe kick open a few doors. Read More...