Your Child, Ages 12-18

Dear Parents,

The deadlines for college applications are right around the corner. Help your senior nail the application by writing a winning essay and avoiding common application mistakes.

To ensure a great college application later, help your high-schooler succeed today. Learn what skills are important for high school success, and how your teen can minimize stress.

Finally, communicating with your child's school can help you stay on the same page with your child and her teachers. It takes a little effort on your part to raise a successful student.

From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com

Applying to College
For high-school seniors, it's time to bear down on those college applications.

Applying to College Nailing the College Application: Tips for Your Teen Common College Application Mistakes Dealing with the Stress of College Applications College Essay Tips

College Application Schedule Revealing Personal Problems in a College Application Preparing for a College Interview More on College Preparation

Succeeding in High School
Laying the foundation for a great college application begins well before senior year.

Getting Ready for College Starts in Middle School High School and Higher Expectations Top 10 Skills for High-School Students Packaged for College

After-School Clubs for High-Schoolers Combatting Teen Stress Homework Tips for Teens More on Your High-Schooler

Your Relationship with the School
Good parenting includes keeping the lines of communication open with your child's school.

Staying Involved in Middle and High School Parent Involvement that Works Ten Things Teachers Wish Parents Would Do Tips for Raising a Successful Student

The Busy Parent's Guide to Raising Successful Students Two-Way Communication Realistic Expectations More on Your Relationship with the School

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Last-Minute Thanksgiving Help

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Interactive College Search
Want to start looking for colleges, but just don't know where to start? Try our interactive college search to peruse hundreds of colleges and universities in the United States and beyond!

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Smart Snack Finder
With our new Smart Snack Finder, you can instantly find healthy substitutes for all those less-than-healthy snacks you and your kids are tempted by. Give it a whirl!