The Huffington Post – Hill Harper
“Education is much broader than what is learned within the walls of a classroom. While many students equate success to a diploma, this concept is too ‘small picture’ in today’s educational environment. Instead, success is about finding value and seeking opportunities that build long-term skills and experience beyond grades in a transcript. Students need help preparing for college, and parents must play a role. According to new research from the National Honor Societies, many students rely heavily on parental advice when applying for college. Help set your child up for future success by encouraging them to strive for what may seem beyond their reach: Student council president, captain of the football team or lead in the school play. Empower your child with the confidence to reach beyond what seems attainable and the mindset that the path to success is limitless…Taking the first step in preparing your child for college can be overwhelming. To help you start, the National Honor Societies have identified ways you and your child can work together to get college-ready.”(more)