Michele Coronavirus, COVID19

Applying for College in the Age of #COVID19

Tonight’s post is exclusively for #HighSchool students & their parents to help you #PrepareForCollege and the  #CollegeApplication process.

There are many things you can do virtually, and several of our volunteers have gathered resources to help because it’s never too early to start planning for college.

It’s important for you to know that, The College Board is developing AP Exams for 2020 that students can take from home:

  • Given May 11-22 and June 1-5
  • 45 minutes long
  • Open book/open note
  • Online (or a photo of handwritten work)
    More at: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/students

Some of my students began in 8th grade by searching online for areas of interests like Pre-Vet programs and what math & science classes they will be required to have to apply, so that he could make sure they take those in HS

So you’re not sure what you want to be when you grow up. That’s fine too, over 80% of students don’t decide on a career path until the middle of sophomore year at college. Use this site to learn about where your strengths and interests are best suited:
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/explore-careers

Another thing you can do in the next couple of weeks is acquire new skills or improve the ones you have. For example, the study skills you have in middle school will not help you with Chemistry or Algebra. Here are 2 great resources:

If you’re a high school #junior, as you begin applying to colleges in the fall, know that recruiters will be looking at how you spent this time. We suggest you explore interests, hobbies or find ways to  give back to your community. A safe way is being a digital volunteer: https://bit.ly/2JjyHxy

Colleges will look to see 2 things from applicants:

  • how they managed their educational interruption
  • what did they do with the time they had

For the high school #writers #poets #artists & creative types among you… use this time to develop your talent. You’ll never have as much time as the present to express your thoughts and inspire others in the process. #Students share with us your talent! #Seattle #NYC #NOLA

Michele Coronavirus, COVID19

COVID19: Homeschooling Week 3

Now that more schools have closed because of the Coronavirus Pandemic, we know some of you are frightened at the prospect of homeschooling while others who are about to begin their 2nd week are having a tough time with your new role as teacher, so today’s post is focused on Homeschooling.

We previously shared on these topics and you’ll find the links to those posts below:

If you’re struggling with your kids over schoolwork during this Coronavirus quarantine (like most of us are), Dr. Phil has: 8 Tips For Handling Meltdowns. See the video for context: https://shar.es/aHshAw

Advice most master teachers give new teachers when they’re first start out: “Aim for Survival, Not Perfection.” Here’s an article on how to survive the first 2 weeks and begin the process of mastering homeschooling.   

https://nypost.com/2020/03/20/tip-for-suddenly-homeschooling-parents-during-coronavirus-aim-for-survival-not-perfection/

Here’s a Webinar recording by ADDitude Magazine for those homeschooling children  with ADHD. They share great tips and strategies to help parents keep kids focused.
https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/coronavirus-homeschooling-parent-strategies/

Free Webinar Replay: Keeping Kids with ADHD in ‘Study Mode’ While Home from School

The Three Hour Homeschool Solution show you how to maximize your child’s time so they remain focused. The post below is also packed with additional resources for you to explore. One of our volunteers uses this approach in her home with great results.
https://simplehomeschool.net/coronavirus/

Learn at Home with YouTube – is a special section developed by education experts for students (and teachers) of all ages:
There are great online lessons – either live or recorded – in all subjects at various times throughout the day. If you have an important teleconference this is how you keep your children busy.
https://learnathome.withyoutube.com/