What do colleges really care about, and how can parents support their child without turning high school into a pressure cooker? In this foundational course, independent college counselor Kerry Roberts shares what she wishes every parent understood as early as possible about today’s rapidly changing admissions landscape.
Designed for parents of 8th through 11th graders, this course breaks down:
• The biggest shifts in college admissions and why the process is changing now, faster than ever
• The 3 core questions colleges use to decide who to accept
• What makes a student compelling beyond grades and test scores
• Kerry’s “Stats & Stories” framework: how strong academics and meaningful engagement outside the classroom create success and options
• The most common parent questions, misconceptions, and stress points surrounding the process
Parents will leave with greater clarity, perspective, and confidence about how to guide their child through high school in a way that keeps doors open while lowering stress and pressure at home. This will help parents and students discover their strengths, tell their story authentically, and find colleges where they will truly thrive.
The College Conversation: Everything you need to know to start your college journey on the right foot.
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