High School

For families exploring private schools in the United States, Los Angeles may be the place to look at. It offers one of the strongest collections of independent day schools in the country. Renowned for their rigorous college preparatory programs and nationally recognized arts, STEM, and leadership programs, these institutions provide students with a wide range […]

Every year on March 10, families around the world anxiously refresh their inboxes, waiting for decisions from top U.S. boarding schools. Schools like Phillips Academy Andover and Phillips Exeter Academy admit only a small percentage of applicants, making the process both exciting and stressful for students and parents. This year, our students received offers from

Many families believe that attending a competitive high school automatically gives students an advantage in college admissions. Schools with strong academic reputations, rigorous coursework, and impressive college acceptance rates are often seen as the ideal launchpad for top universities. However, the reality is more complicated. At highly competitive schools, students are surrounded by equally motivated

If you’re a high school student in the U.S. looking for a summer activity, why not try to sign up for an internship? Your summer internships can actually strengthen your college applications, but only when they are chosen and presented with intention. Admissions officers are not simply counting the number of activities you do. They

In early December of last year, the town of Lexington, Massachusetts officially approved a $660 million plan to rebuild its local public high school. Much discussion has risen from the townspeople as the budget has been dubbed one of the most expensive public high schools in the US. However, the investment also offers a promising

Choosing between private school and public schools is one of the most important factors a family needs when making education-related decisions. It largely concerns your child’s developmental years, affecting your child’s daily routine, the peers they grow up with, the expectations they align themselves with, and the support systems they form and receive. The good

If you’re in the vicinity of a major U.S. city, you’ve probably heard about its elite private schools. For many families, they have to consider whether they choose to go public or private. If they choose the latter, what type of private school makes the perfect fit? Boarding schools can be a good fit for

The end of August and the beginning of September signal the start of a new school year for high school students across the United States. Whether you are entering ninth grade or preparing for your senior year, how you plan and organize now can set the tone for a successful year.
To help students get started, we have created a practical back-to-school checklist with tips designed for students in grades 9-12.