Tag: transition from high school to college

The Dos and Don’ts for Parents of College Students

It is that time of year when high school graduates will make their way to college campuses, embarking on their collegiate career.

This transition is challenging for everyone in the family.
Parents, don’t worry! We found some fabulous and encouraging tips on how to navigate this very important transition.

First – the DON’TS for Parents. Here are 6 Things You Should Absolutely NEVER Do as the Parent of a College Student from the insightful blog https://grownandflown.com/

Click HERE for the full article.

1. Don’t choose their major

2. Don’t guilt them into going to a particular school, joining your Greek organization, etc.

3. Don’t push them away from opportunities just because they scare you.

4. Don’t ridicule them when they have new ideas and passions

5. Don’t speak for them, including using their email to pose as them

6. Don’t be afraid to let them struggle and {yes!} fail

Now, the DOS:

Advice for college-bound students and parents

  • Research colleges together.
  • Let your child lead.
  • Establish autonomy early.
  • Discuss what everyone wants out of college.
  • Create a financial plan.
  • Look for merit aid early.
  • Visit campuses in person or virtually.
  • Manage the collective stress.
  • Keep students on track with deadlines.
  • Deal with rejection.
  • Find the right fit in the final decision.
  • Talk about safety.
  • Set communication guidelines.

Click HERE to read the full article from https://www.usnews.com/

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Facing the empty nest – The Morning Thing 8/29/16

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As Marcy gets Rachel ready for her big college move-in day, we decided to take some time to focus in on that important transition from high school to college. On today’s show, we shared some wonderful advice to those parents facing the empty nest. This season in your life may feel like an ending, but it’s also a new beginning.

Click HERE to read this insightful article from Mary Ann Froehlich from www.Christiancollegeguide.net.

Need some help in packing? Click HERE to see a list of 12 surprising items your kid should be packing for college.

Parents – keep listening this week as we continue talking about the transition from high school to college.
Here is what is coming up:

Tuesday (Marcy and Kelsey) – On Tuesday’s show we will continue talking to the empty nest parents. We will share 12 ways to Say “I Love You” – practical things you can do when your college student needs to know you care. We’ll talk about the best things to put into care packages. Our Morning Thing co-hosts will share their own favorite care package stories.

On Wednesday (Marcy and Eddie) – We’ll share some tips on being smart – smart with money and smart with snacking. We found 5 tips for raising money smart kids. Plus, we found some wonderful healthy and portable high protein Snack Ideas.

On Thursday (Jenna and Dan) – On Thursday’s show we will celebrate New Student Move-In Day at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. We’ll talk with several members of MVNU’s Student Life staff and give you a highlight of Welcome Week on campus.
Our co-hosts will also share their favorite Move-In Day stories. You’ll hear how it all started at MVNU for Marcy, Jess, Dan, Eddie, Aubrey, Kelsey and Jenna. 

 On Friday (Marcy and Aubrey) – We will celebrate another First Friday and give you a preview of a HUGE September First Friday event in downtown Mount Vernon. We’ll also chat with MVNU’s Dr. Henry Spaulding for our September Presidential Update.

For our Morning Thing Fave 5, The Morning Thing co-hosts will share their favorite college experience here at MVNU.

(picture from http://marybuchan.com/filling-empty-nest/)

 

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