Upcoming Summer & Extracurricular Program Deadlines
If you’re a teen aiming for a top college, believe it or not, it’s time to plan for summer. Competitive colleges expect much more than
Introducing New Blue Stars Counselor Jennifer Turfler
It is with great pride that Blue Stars introduces Full-Service Counselor Jennifer Turfler.
UC Permanently Bans SAT/ACT: 6 Takeaways for Navigating the New College Landscape
The University of California went from requiring the SAT/ACT to omitting them altogether from its admissions, at least until 2025, when it may introduce its own exam.
Creating a DIY Summer
So your teen didn’t get into a desired summer program this year? Don’t worry!
Stanford, Brown, Yale, and So Much More: Blue Stars 2021 Results!
I want to congratulate the students and parents we at Blue Stars had the privilege of getting to know this year as we all worked through uncharted territory.
Summer & Extracurricular Opportunities 2021
It's essential for teens to develop their interests through summer & extracurricular activities starting in ninth grade for college.
Teen Volunteering Ideas while Sheltering in Place
I’ve been thinking about a precious lesson we’ve learned together: even when times are tough and the world feels topsy turvy, we can still find a little extra room in our souls and our schedules to aid those who are less fortunate.
The Importance of Taking Teen Stress, Grief, and Sadness Very Seriously (and What You Can Do About It)
From the series: 21st-Century Teenhood and Toxic Stress I have often asked myself how I — a former academic philosopher with no children, no desire
How My Role as a College Counselor Has Changed, and Why
From the series: 21st-Century Teenhood and Toxic Stress My role as a private college counselor in the San Francisco Bay Area has shifted considerably over
Blue Stars Has a Plan for Everybody
Blue Stars has a wealth of resources that could change teens’ lives. How do we get them to teens across the country? In the effort