Green Ivy has now worked with students on their college applications for over two decades, and we’ve heard our share of myths, rumors, and misconceptions about the college admissions process. To help students keep things in perspective, we wanted to write about the five myths we hear most often, and explain why they don’t hold … Read more
At Green Ivy, we encourage our students to deliberately schedule two-hour daily “work blocks” dedicated to homework and studying. By blocking out productive periods ahead of time, students can assert control over their growing responsibilities. Those who use a paper planner consistently, for example, tend to benefit from increased productivity, sharpened time management skills, and … Read more
Given how much technology the average person uses throughout the day, it can be challenging to do so in a way that doesn’t negatively impact sleep! This is especially true for students, who complete a majority of their homework using computers, and the temptation to work from bed or other places of rest sneak in. … Read more
This blog post was originally posted on anahomayoun.com. Greetings! After reading a recent article, I wanted to write some reflections about supporting middle school students (which also applies to high school students!) to have a brighter, and more successful school year. The CNN article “Middle Schoolers Face ‘Growing Crisis’ in Wellness, Experts Say” sheds light … Read more
This blog post was first published on anahomayoun.com. Greetings! In our office, we are gearing up for a new school year, which means a flurry of organization workshops, and the start of lots of college counseling. This period of change, while exciting, can also be destabilizing for many students, leaving them with more questions than … Read more
It’s spring, and admissions decisions are rolling in! For most seniors, this is an exciting and nerve-wracking time to sort through acceptances and rejections, not to mention what happens in one of the most vexing admissions situations: a spot on the waitlist. If you’re no longer interested in a school that has put you on … Read more