Empowering Adolescents The Importance of Identifying Values for Personal Growth and Authentic Living
Identifying one's values is important for individuals of all ages, including teenagers. During adolescence, young people undergo...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- May 5
- 2 min
The Introverted Teen
As an educator for over 30 years, I have observed that introverted teens require a unique approach when it comes to reaching and working...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Apr 21
- 3 min
Preparation is the Crucial Key When Applying for Scholarships.
To help ease the application process for college scholarships, you need to be prepared and know there are common things that are going to...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Mar 14
- 3 min
Interpreting the Financial Aid Award Letter
So the financial aid award offers are rolling in and just when you think you have this all figured out, you discover they all look very...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Feb 28
- 2 min
The Importance of Teen Coaching: Supporting the Next Generation
As an educator for over 30 years of working with teens, I know and understand that teens are at a critical stage in their lives, facing...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Jan 27
- 3 min
February: A Time of Winter Blues and College Prep
As a classroom teacher and teen coach, I have found that February is an interesting month. We often gather around to see a groundhog...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Jan 20
- 3 min
Helping Teens Be More Positive
As a high school teacher for many years who has helped teens get through this stage of their loves, I have noticed that no one comes...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Jan 4
- 3 min
Cultivating Success in the New Year
Although I usually write about college and careers, I wanted to expand my audience. This blog speaks to parents, adults, and students....
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Dec 12, 2022
- 1 min
Don't Leave Your Child's Future to Chance
Like it or not, most decisions leading up to high school graduation have an impact on their future. And some of them, like selecting a...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Nov 21, 2022
- 3 min
How Can Parents Prepare their Children for Success in College and in a Career
It’s never too early to prepare your children for college and careers. The sooner you start, the better. There are many actions parents...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Oct 24, 2022
- 5 min
3 Costly Mistakes You Need to Avoid When Choosing a College
By Suzanne Davis and Maria Ann Geffers For 2 years I felt like a failure. My parents wanted me to be the first person in my family to...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Oct 11, 2022
- 3 min
What is the Importance of Completing the FAFSA?
The magic date of October 1st has arrived. The cost of sending a student to college is undeniably stunning for most families. Not only is...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Oct 6, 2022
- 1 min
College or Business
College or Business? This is one of the huge questions that goes through both parents and their children’s minds as they prepare for the...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Oct 4, 2022
- 3 min
Counting Down to the PSATs
The PSAT is next Wednesday October 12, and for the majority of the 1.5 million students who take the test annually, the test will serve...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Oct 3, 2022
- 3 min
Copy of How Self-Image Determines Your Child's Success in School, in Career, and in Life
One of the most asked question that both Tom and I hear is, "How can I make sure that my child will be successful?" With over 30 years of...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Sep 27, 2022
- 2 min
What Time Is It?
It's FAFSA Time!!!!!! How do I fill out the FAFSA? What is the deadline for FAFSA? Get the answers now. High school seniors will hear a...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Sep 16, 2022
- 4 min
THE FIRST STEP IN COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID... FAFSA
For parents of high school seniors it is likely that you are still very busy helping your student complete college applications, going on...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Aug 30, 2022
- 3 min
Transitioning to College:Top 10 Tips for College Success
Transiting from high school to college can be a rocky road. Success in high school doesn’t always result in success in college. These 10...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- Jul 6, 2022
- 3 min
Looking for Athletic Scholarships for Your High School Student?
Most high school athletes and their parents dream of being awarded a scholarship for playing their sport at college. This week on...
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Maria Ann Geffers
- May 24, 2022
- 1 min
Less Cost.... Less Stress
This is our Promise to you and your child as you navigate through the confusing college admissions process. We Promise you will have the...
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