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03/19/2026

If you're the parent of a teen, this is a "must-read."

Adolescents said they were more likely to share photos with a dating partner, or when they had been worn down with repeated requests.

03/03/2026

Decision paralysis can set in while searching for an ACT math tutor. From the kid next door to a $1000/hour savant, choice abounds. Here are three key traits that EVERY truly great needs in this short post.

Decision paralysis can set in while searching for an ACT math tutor. From the kid next door to a $1000/hour savant, choice abounds. Dr. P. lays out three key traits that EVERY truly great ACT math tutor needs in this short post.

02/19/2026

Last month, Business Insider announced that Google Gemini's free online SAT prep was "the latest nail in the coffin for SAT tutors." Mmmmm, I don't think so.

A live online live tutor offers 3 elements of successful test prep that AI can’t: psycho-emotional insight into the cause of low test scores; cheerleading steady gains; and encouragement of flagging motivation. Using case studies from her career, Dr P illustrates how a live online tutor can cataly...

01/22/2026

Having a strong can help you save hundreds of thousands on . Listen to the podcast to find out how!

Paying for college doesn’t have to derail your family’s financial future.In this episode of Wealth on the Move, host Will Hoffman sits down with Dr. Dominiqu...

01/16/2026

Nervous about the upcoming college application journey with your child? Read on....

Private admissions counselor Dr. P., President of Crimson Coaching, shares her own experience as a Harvard undergrad to illustrate why "fit" is so important in building a college list. She also invites you to join her and a Harvard classmate to discuss college admissions today on February

10/05/2025

Discover what it takes to become a Harvard student at our Harvard College Admissions Presentation. Hear from admissions representatives and local alumni about the application process, student life, and Harvard’s generous financial aid.

09/25/2025

Planning a ?🍁 Pair it with a ! 🧐Check out my tips in 's recent piece!

School tours plus sightseeing equals fun for the whole family

09/12/2025

Do you or your kids lose their cool when it's time to do ? Then this free " " panel discussion is for you! Register for free at

Homework stress, power struggles, and the weight of academic pressure affect too many Black families. Between the emotional residue of past school experiences, confusion over “new math,” and the desire to break generational cycles—we know parenting in today’s academic world isn’t easy.

09/01/2025

"Labor" Day is just that if you're a high school or studying for the SAT, PSAT, or ACT in the fall. Hope these provide a little bit of !

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08/15/2025

So honored to be included in The Guardian's recent advice to students heading off to college!

Best of luck to my former students and every member of the college class of 2029!

I asked current students, recent graduates and their relatives to recommend their picks that are high-quality enough to bring back every year

07/29/2025

Scroll down to "Tips for standing out in your application" to read Dr. P.'s quoted advice!

Find out timelines, requirements, and deadlines.

07/14/2025

Why should students consider (ED) more closely than ever before? Colleges in 2025-26 will want to lock in more ED applicants, predicts Jeff Selingo, thanks to diminished revenue from full-paying international students. Learn more about ED, , and getting started on now here:

This year, more colleges than ever will likely be filling a larger percentage of their incoming classes via Early Decision (ED). If you're wondering whether you should apply early, the answer just might be "yes."