Butterflies of Fall
The butterfly is a beautiful insect that symbolizes new birth unless it’s in your stomach! "I have butterflies in my stomach," means I am anxious about something. The event could be something small or big. When I face a new situation, like starting ... Read More >
The Home Stretch: Wrapping Up High School and Preparing for College
Seniors: May 1st is the National College Decision Day. Decide which college you will attend, notify the college and pay enrollment deposit and decide on housing. College offers of admission may be revoked after May 1st. Also, notify colleges (via ... Read More >
AP Exams and Dual Credit
Juniors: Take the SAT. To do: All AP students register for AP exams. Students who are not enrolled in AP courses but have extensive knowledge in an academic area may also take an AP exam. Social media is a great thing. However, something you ... Read More >
Forget New Year’s Resolutions, Set Goals Instead
Seniors: By now, you have submitted all your applications and essays. Waiting is the most difficult part. Unless you elected Early Decision or Early Action, you will have to wait until March or April 1st to hear the good news. Share the good news ... Read More >
I met Sal Khan.
I met Sal Khan of Khan academy today. Sal is world famous and his company, non-profit, online tutoring website that is funded by Google and The Gates Foundation. I met him at the national NACAC conference in San Diego. My big idea that I shared with ... Read More >
Two Big Changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Students who plan to attend college next year (and current college students who file for financial aid in 2016) will see two major changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning October 1, 2016. FAFSA forms will be available ... Read More >
College Options
Last week, Bright Futures Consulting was featured in an article on the CW affiliate KIAH’s NewsFix, a local Houston-based news program. The article “College options for U.S. students out there despite lowest SAT scores in 10 years” focused on the ... Read More >
Freshmen and Sophomores To Do List
Get organized and prioritize your school work above all other activities in your life. Join clubs, meet new friends, but keep up with your homework and study for exams. During student holidays like Columbus Day, visit college campuses and listen