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The summer before college can be a busy, crazy, scary, exciting summer. Things need to get done! But if you’re not sure what you need to do or where to start, it can all feel overwhelming. wp.me/punbM-4dK

Although almost everyone  is happy to see the end of the school year, the most excited may be those students – and their parents - who are graduating. As exciting as it may be, it can also be bittersweet. wp.me/punbM-4dR

Many colleges now have parent portal pages as well. So what’s the problem? The problem is often with parent expectations of those portals. wp.me/punbM-4f8

As parents, we all hope that when our college student graduates, they will get a good job and will thrive. Will your student be career ready? wp.me/punbM-4fl

Your student may be about to graduate from high school, but that doesn’t automatically mean that they're ready to head to college in the fall. More and more students and their parents are considering a postgrad year. wp.me/punbM-14c

Joining a professional association or organization related to your student’s chosen career may seem something that should be considered during your student’s senior year. But there are many benefits of joining professional associations early. wp.me/punbM-nb

Student headed to college in the fall? What should you be doing this summer? Here is a short list to get you started. wp.me/punbM-nu

You assume that by the time that your student graduates from high school he is ready to head to college and succeed. But they need many soft skills the schools may not teach. Is your student ready? wp.me/punbM-sl

Whether or not your college student is involved in the bigger financial issues such as tuition and other college expenses, it is important that your student become financially literate in order to survive financially during and beyond the college years. wp.me/punbM-tD

The college admissions process becomes a way of life for many high school juniors and seniors.  But amid the rush to get into just the right college, has your student taken time think about why they want to go to college? wp.me/punbM-tB

That moment on Move-in Day when you say your final goodbye to your college student and get in the car to drive away is a moment that will change your relationship with them forever. But it's all good! wp.me/punbM-RN

There’s lots to do during this important summer before college and you may not be sure where to start. We've got you covered! The Summer Before College: A Parent Survival Guide from Deposit to Move-In takes you step-by-step through this busy summer. wp.me/PunbM-4de

If your college student fails a course, or does poorly in a course, should they retake the course? This is an individual decision and will depend on your student’s circumstances as well as their institution’s policies, but it can be a wise thing to do. wp.me/punbM-gd

For many college parents, the moment when your college student comes to you and says that he wants to move off campus is a nervous moment. Is it the right decision for your student? That depends. wp.me/punbM-gh

College students are often asked, ”What's your major?" Some students also decide to complete a minor — a secondary field or area of interest. The decision to add a minor is personal; but there are several reasons your student might want to attempt one. wp.me/punbM-DD

Have you heard the term ”Satisfactory Academic Progress" or SAP? Federal regulations require students to be making SAP to continue to receive federal aid, Those who have not achieved required standards may lose their aid, but may appeal to continue. wp.me/punbM-Dv

If your student is dismissed from college you'll both need to come to terms with the situation. Just as the causes for a student’s dismissal are unique and personal, so are next steps.  But there is a path that might help you and your student move ahead. wp.me/punbM-E1

Fewer students than ever take the direct path from HS to college with graduation in four years. If your student is taking some time away from school, you and your student will need to discuss your concerns, and their plans for using this time away. wp.me/punbM-E9

When students go to college they take a lot of STUFF with them. Do you remember getting it all in the car and up to the dorm room? If they are going back in the fall, do they need to bring it all home with them? The answer is - it depends. wp.me/punbM-1F

College Parent Central is 17 years old this month! We've been talking about college parenting for a long time! Being 17 also means we're about the age of the students heading off to college this year or next year. Wow! wp.me/punbM-4jn