5 Reasons Why Students Should Focus on Fulfillment and Not Achievement By Cindy Chanin On September 6, 2014 Labor Day weekend has come and gone, and the new school year is in full-swing. My schedule was very full this past weekend, despite the…
The College Acceptance Chronicles: How Does One Get Into Emory? By Cindy Chanin On November 12, 2014 It is no secret that applying to college entails a considerable amount of hard work. With all of the research, supplemental essays, school visits, networking, naviance…
3 Reasons to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone By Cindy Chanin On October 8, 2014 · Add Comment One of the most exciting parts of the college admissions season is exploring the options of where to apply. This, in turn, can also be the…
5 Ways Parents Can Make The Most of Their Students’ First Year Away At College By Cindy Chanin On August 12, 2014 · Add Comment Your students’ college courses have been selected, the extra long bed sheets for the dorm have been purchased, the car…
10 Ways Summer 2014 Could Change the Rest Of Your Life By Cindy Chanin On January 5, 2014 The beginning of a new year often symbolizes the beginning of new possibilities. Recognizing that high school at times can seem predictable and/or somewhat monotonous,…
College Acceptance Chronicles: Sam Levy’s Decision to Attend Rice University By Cindy Chanin On May 31, 2014 Supplemental essays separate the golden college applications from the less-than-brilliant ones. A wonderful supplemental essay can provide insight to a student’s deeply held passions and curiosities. It can…
7 Ways To Prepare Your Student to Be a Happy & Successful Adult By Cindy Chanin On May 17, 2014 The transition from youth to adulthood is an exciting one filled with uncertainty both for the student and the parent. There is no…
Say Hello To The Class of 2018! By Cindy Chanin On May 10, 2014 This spring has been a tremendously inspiring journey for everyone in the Rainbow Family. After months of hard work, preparation, some tears, and a great deal of self discovery,…
5 Reasons Why Every Ivy-Bound Student Should Study Music By Cindy Chanin On April 13, 2014 Kwasi Enin’s essay about his love for playing music played a significant role in gaining him entrance to eight of the top Ivy League universities last week.…
10 Powerful Lessons I Wish I Was Taught Before High School By Cindy Chanin On March 25, 2014 For many a high school senior, the months of March and April are all abuzz with the excitement of recent college admissions offers. Yet let…
