Advice for every learning journey

I didn’t get into my dream school. It was the only one I really wanted to go to. Should I settle for another school I don’t really want to go to or do community college and hope I can transfer in when I get my associates…

My daughter will be taking the new digital SAT but she has procrastinated on studying. Her test date is coming up. What can she do to get the most out of the little time she has before the test? Anonymous…

My daughter (7) is very shy at school, and is still behind in reading. The school year is almost over. Her peers seem much more prepared for next year already. How can I help her catch up over the summer? Gail, Orlando, …

What are some quick and easy ways to teach my children to remember vocabulary words, phrases and sentences? Anonymous…

I just finished my freshman year and I didn’t get an internship. I’m worried this will set me back professionally. What’s the best way for me to use my summer to build my resume and become more well-rounded? Kelsey, Texa…

My daughter (10) was recently diagnosed with ADHD and has been on medication for about a month. However, there are still a lot of ADHD associated behavioral issues popping up and they’re interfering with her schoolwork–e…

My son (9) is really struggling with dyslexia. He works with a paraprofessional at school, but Is there anything we can do at home to help him with his work? Kellie M…

I want my daughter (14) to have a well-rounded high school experience. She will be a freshman this year and I want to help her choose extracurriculars that will actually benefit her in life and in finding a good college.…

My son (13) wants to be an entrepreneur. He’s very focused on learning to create his own business (though I don’t think he knows what he wants to invent or sell yet.) How can I help encourage my budding entrepreneur? Aly…

My middle schooler is really into science but can’t figure out which branch of science she wants to focus on. What are some good ways to encourage a future Woman In STEM? Anonymous…

I’m a college freshman, and I’m really afraid I’ve bitten off more than I can chew in college. I’m having a really hard time keeping up with my schedule and it really is starting to make me feel like a failure. What can …

My son (8) had a really challenging year with math and lost a lot of confidence. I don't know the best way to help him out over the summer without making him feel “dumb” for needing extra support. Can you help us? Yeseni…

What would be a better standardized test for my daughter, the SAT or ACT? She wants to go to Duke to pursue a medical degree. Anonymous…

Hi. My daughter is a junior and wants to become a physician’s assistant. She has an opportunity to volunteer at a hospital this summer or work as a camp counselor. I am not sure if she should volunteer at the hospital an…

I’m finishing up my senior year and applying to grad school, but I’m also thinking about applying to jobs in case I don’t get into grad school. How do I put together a CV for grad school vs. a CV for a job? Nabiel, Unive…

I’m pursuing my degree in English (BA) and all I hear from my family is that a BA in English won’t get me anywhere and that I’ll end up “flipping burgers.” What are some career options for someone with a BA in English so…

My son (8) is artsy. Since we live in a rural area with very few resources it’s hard for him to get what he needs as an artistic outlet. How can we help him be who he is out in the sticks?…

I am a non-traditional student with a full time job as a project manager. I am currently working on my Bachelor’s degree and I’m having trouble selecting a concentration. I have 6 classes remaining before I graduate so I…

I transferred to my current college from a community college in a very small town. I had a great GPA there, but now that I’m at university, I’m really struggling in most subjects, especially with my chemistry and physics…

My daughter wants to be a writer. She’s written a lot of short stories that I think have some merit. We live in a very small town and don’t have many resources for creative writing. I’m also worried about publishing scam…

As soon as my son (13) entered middle school, it seems like he’s lost a lot of steam with learning. He keeps asking “When am I going to actually use this?” Especially about math (he wants to be a professional athlete.) H…

My daughter (7th grade) has an IEP and has a hard time dealing with anxiety and executive function. Her school is so overburdened and understaffed that she isn’t getting the help she needs. This is also having a negative…