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Let's Break The Ice!🧊
We're so happy you found us!🎉 This community is for parents and guardians seeking trusted advice and direction on getting their child to college or into a career. It’s a safe space to connect and share with others on the same journey, with access to top experts on the path to college. Let’s kick things off with an…
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📅 Join Kaplan's Advising Team for the free 2026 College Application Guide Event 9/22/26
From College List to Submit: Your 2026 Application Guide Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 7:00–8:00 pm ET Senior year is here, your college list is taking shape, and your personal statement is underway. But what comes next? Join Kaplan’s Director of 1:1 Advising & Innovation alongside an Expert College Advisor for a clear…
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The 2027–28 FAFSA Game Plan: opens October 1, 2026
Your mission: Complete the 2027–28 FAFSA without anyone losing a password, missing a signature, or yelling, “I thought you did that part!” The 2027–28 FAFSA is scheduled to open to everyone by October 1, 2026. It will use financial information from 2025 tax returns. See the official 2027–28 FAFSA timeline. Get Ready Before…
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What habits are you starting or continuing this school year?
Transitioning into a new school year is a learning process for parents and guardians just as much as it is for our students. So, what habits can we start now that will set our students up for success? Here's where you can start: Shifting ownership of communication and problem-solving to your high schooler! This is one of…
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Is It Normal for My College Freshman to Suddenly Want to Come Home?
It usually is. Meet the W-Curve, the research-backed pattern behind that hard phone call a few weeks into the semester, and what actually helps. Move-in day felt like a win. Your student packed the car, said the goodbyes, and walked into their dorm building excited about the next four years. A few weeks later, the phone…
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📆 Check out our September events!
From College List to Submit: Your 2026 Application Guide September 22 | 7:00-8:00 PM ET | REGISTER HERE Real Estate Networking Meetup September 17 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | REGISTER HERE Finance Networking Meetup September 10 | 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | REGISTER HERE Healthcare Networking Meetup September 29 | 12:00 PM - 12:45…
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First Day of School Thread: Share Your Photos, Gear, and First-Day Feelings! 🎒📸
The back-to-school season is officially here! We know many of you are balancing first-day moments across all ages this month, so let’s celebrate together! How to Join the Conversation: 📸 Share a Photo: Post a pic of your student’s first day, their backpack, or their setup. ☕ Drop a GIF/Meme: Find an image or GIF that…
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What grade is your student entering this year?
Ready or not, back-to-school season is officially here! Whether you’re gearing up for kindergarten milestones or the final countdown to graduation, every year brings fresh adventures. What grade is your student entering this year, and what are you (or they) looking forward to the most? Drop your answer in the comments…
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Navigating the August Shift: Your High School Back-to-School Checklist
Navigating the August Shift: Your High School Back-to-School Checklist August brings that familiar mix of late-summer sun and "omg, school's back!" If you are the parents or guardians of a high schooler, this transition often comes with a unique set of stressors. Whether your student is stepping into the high school…
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Where Would You Go on a No-Budget Family Trip Before College?
Before the chaos of dorm shopping, orientation dates, and moving trucks takes over, taking a moment to pause and connect as a family can be incredibly grounding.✨ If money, PTO, and schedules were no object, what is the dream destination for your final family getaway before college move-in day? Let us know in the comments…
