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Winter break offers an excellent opportunity for high school students to get a head start on their college admissions process. As parents, encouraging your teenager to use this time wisely can be beneficial, while also emphasizing the importance of rest and rejuvenation.
Here are some effective ways to help your teen make the most of their winter break:
By guiding your teen through these steps, you can help them transform their winter break into a productive and balanced period that lays a strong foundation for their college admissions journey.
Marc is the author of Untangling the Ivy League, a best-selling guidebook on the Ancient Eight. He earned a BA from Cornell University and an MBA from University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. Marc chaired the admissions ambassadors at Cornell and the admissions advisory board at UNC.