Education on Purpose

Making purposeful decisions about what to study is even more important during a pandemic.

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Enrollment Is Dropping In Public Schools Around the Country Many parents appear to be keeping their children out of public school, especially from kindergarten. The declines could mean less state funding for school districts.

If you are reconsidering your Fall 2020 college plans due to COVID-19, this could be a great option.

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College after COVID-19 The current global pandemic has high school students wondering what their next steps should be after graduation. The admissions cycle looks very differen

Should students go to college this fall?

The Coming Disruption to College NYU Stern School of Business professor Scott Galloway predicts a handful of elite cyborg universities will soon monopolize higher education.

Fascinating read about German students testing themselves to ensure they are virus free at school.

As Europe Reopens Schools, Relief Combines With Risk Restarting classes is central to reviving economies. But one question haunts the efforts: Just how contagious are children, and could they be the next super spreaders?

I just watched the Michelle Obama documentary and LOVED it. One scene that stuck out to me was Michelle answering a young teen’s question, “Now that you are leaving the White House, what are your plans?”. Ms. Obama answered that we are all always working on “figuring it out”. Each individual has their purpose. Learn about yourself and live your dreams! Do not let anyone underestimate your calling.

While we can't manipulate life where it will always be good or fine, we can make decisions to help us keep moving down the road. The ACT is an important step for high school students in determining where they will be in the next few years. If you know any students in the East Metro area looking for help, send them my way!

Standardized tests remain a big factor in college admissions decisions. Students report high levels of anxiety around test taking.

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Having purpose leads to longer life.

What's Your Purpose? Finding A Sense Of Meaning In Life Is Linked To Health Researchers found that people who did not have a strong life purpose were more likely to die than those who did — specifically more likely to die of cardiovascular diseases.

Our American culture says "College for All" but there are many roads that lead to a happy, fulfilled life. We have been in business since 2017 helping students and families make purposeful career and college decisions. We work with clients online or in person. Schedule a free 15 minute consultation or book one of our three packages today.