Last week, I had a high school senior in my office for a college advising appointment. A few minutes into the meeting, she blurted out, “I am so stressed! I don’t know what my passion is!!!” Please note: I had not asked her to identify her passion, her sense of purpose, or anything related. I … Read more
Depending on the time of year, it might seem too early to start writing college application essays, but it can always be a great time to start generating ideas by jotting down experiences that have resonated or have been meaningful. At Green Ivy, we focus on finding ways to support students in their overall writing … Read more
Hello hello! Congratulations on finishing high school! Graduation can be bittersweet, and you’ve worked hard to reach this milestone, so take some time to celebrate. As you head into summer, it’s important to take care of a few tasks to prepare for your next chapter. We want to share five tips to help you set … Read more
Weekends and light homework weeknights offer great opportunities to reset your materials! By keeping an organized backpack, you can save yourself time and avoid stress throughout the week. Once you’ve neatly ordered your bag, materials become easier to find, assignments are less likely to get lost in a pit of crumpled papers, notes can be … Read more
Rather than scrolling on Instagram or watching YouTube videos, how do we take advantage of impulses to create and explore? Art, writing, and other creative outlets are excellent ways to stay purposeful and fulfilled. Creative outlets allow us to activate under-used parts of the brain, decrease feelings of stress, and improve mood through the naturally … Read more
Imagine you’re in Spanish or Biology class. You accidentally zone out when the teacher gives out homewok instructions. In your homework portal, the instructions seem frustratingly vague. In situations like these, it can be crucial to have 1-3 acquaintances in the class that you can text, email, or call for clarification. Having connections in each … Read more