TRANSITIONS & PLANNING
COLLEGE PREP
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COLLEGE
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SENDING A CHILD OFF TO COLLEGE?
Preparing to send your child off to college is a complex process that involves a lot more than packing up supplies and setting up their dorm room. This is a time for continued guidance to help your child become more independent. One very important way to set up your student for a healthy college career is by preparing for their medical independence. Dr. Anjini Virmani offers two tip sheets – one for STUDENTS, one for PARENTS – that can outline critical information about student health as they transition to college, from consent issues to health insurance guidelines and helpful resources.
Preparing to send your child off to college is a complex process that involves a lot more than packing up supplies and setting up their dorm room. This is a time for continued guidance to help your child become more independent. One very important way to set up your student for a healthy college career is by preparing for their medical independence. Dr. Anjini Virmani offers two tip sheets – one for STUDENTS, one for PARENTS – that can outline critical information about student health as they transition to college, from consent issues to health insurance guidelines and helpful resources.
THE OTHER TALK
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TEENS & THE CHALLENGE OF COLLEGE
WebMD and the JED Foundation collaborated on a study and a very informative set of materials dealing with “Teens and the Challenge of College.” College Stress: Help Your Teen Cope - https://www.webmd.com/special-reports/prep-teens-college/college-stress Teach Teens to Take Charge of their Health - https://www.webmd.com/special-reports/prep-teens-college/teach-teens-health Parenting from a Distance: When to Get Involved - https://www.webmd.com/special-reports/prep-teens-college/parent-teens-at-college Help Your Teen Build Basic Life Skills - https://www.webmd.com/special-reports/prep-teens-college/teens-life-skills Staying in Touch When Your Teen Goes to College - https://www.webmd.com/special-reports/prep-teens-college/parents-college-communicate-plan Also check out this website - https://www.settogo.org/ STUDENT TO STUDENT TIPS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
A panel of recent BHS graduates spoke to the senior PTO about their college experiences at Wesleyan, NYU, UMASS/Amherst, Cornell, Brandeis, Endicott, Sienna and Babson. One panelist addressed taking a gap year before attending USC. They praised BHS for the level of preparation with which they entered college, and offered an excellent list of recommendations. Read what they suggest for a fluid and productive transition to college. MGH's Clay Center just published a couple of posts that are helpful transition articles, When Kids Leave Home -- Part 1 and Part 2. |
COLLEGE AND THE CULTURE OF BINGE DRINKING
According to a recent government study, 39% of college students binge drank during the previous month. It's a troubling trend that sets young people up for a wide range of risky behavior and dangerous consequences,from sexual assault and date rape to accidental injuries and car crashes. This government site provides a wealth of information to consider: College Drinking: Changing the Culture.
According to a recent government study, 39% of college students binge drank during the previous month. It's a troubling trend that sets young people up for a wide range of risky behavior and dangerous consequences,from sexual assault and date rape to accidental injuries and car crashes. This government site provides a wealth of information to consider: College Drinking: Changing the Culture.
TEENS AND MONEY MANAGEMENT
By the time teens are ready to head off to college, parents have undoubtedly had many discussions about the basics of financial responsibility. But it can get more complicated when a teen is truly away from home and a bail-out is much further away than mom and dad's wallet. Check out this "Banking and Resources Savings Guide for Teens." Beyond the implied message that every teen needs a credit card (NOT!) is a wealth of valuable information and eye-opening resources. Also check out Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority for info on paying for college.
By the time teens are ready to head off to college, parents have undoubtedly had many discussions about the basics of financial responsibility. But it can get more complicated when a teen is truly away from home and a bail-out is much further away than mom and dad's wallet. Check out this "Banking and Resources Savings Guide for Teens." Beyond the implied message that every teen needs a credit card (NOT!) is a wealth of valuable information and eye-opening resources. Also check out Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority for info on paying for college.
LIMITING COMMUNICATION WHEN TEENS HEAD OFF TO COLLEGE
When high school grads plan their great exodus from home, they often embrace the relative freedom from parental intervention college represents. But in the age of the electronic tether, they might be in for a big surprise. Using cell phones, texting, Skype, email, and every new technological advice available, parents and their college students are staying connected at unprecedented levels. And it’s not always a healthy thing. Read on…
And "Dealing with Empty Nest Syndrome" can be a real kicker for unprepared parents. Mass.gov offers some helpful insight to prepare in advance and thrive. Another book recommendation is the excellent "Letting Go: A Parents' Guide to Understanding the College Years"
And "Dealing with Empty Nest Syndrome" can be a real kicker for unprepared parents. Mass.gov offers some helpful insight to prepare in advance and thrive. Another book recommendation is the excellent "Letting Go: A Parents' Guide to Understanding the College Years"