For many students, essays are the most stressful—and most misunderstood—part of the college application.
In this session, we’ll break down exactly what makes a strong personal statement and supplemental essays, and how your teen can stand out authentically (without sounding generic or over-edited).
You’ll walk away understanding how to guide your student through the writing process with confidence—so their voice comes through clearly and compellingly.
In this session, you’ll learn:
What admissions readers are actually looking for in essays
How to choose strong, meaningful topics that stand out
Common mistakes that weaken even “good” essays
How to support your teen without taking over the process
A realistic timeline for writing essays over the summer
Perfect for parents who want to reduce stress and help their teen produce essays that truly reflect who they are.
For many students, essays are the most stressful—and most misunderstood—part of the college application.
In this session, we’ll break down exactly what makes a strong personal statement and supplemental essays, and how your teen can stand out authentically (without sounding generic or over-edited).
You’ll walk away understanding how to guide your student through the writing process with confidence—so their voice comes through clearly and compellingly.
In this session, you’ll learn:
What admissions readers are actually looking for in essays
How to choose strong, meaningful topics that stand out
Common mistakes that weaken even “good” essays
How to support your teen without taking over the process
A realistic timeline for writing essays over the summer
Perfect for parents who want to reduce stress and help their teen produce essays that truly reflect who they are.