perplexed parents guide to the common app
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The perplexed parents’ guide to the Common App
A webinar with Dr. Carol Barash
August 4, 2015
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How can I help my child?
• Listen
• Let them take the lead
• Keep the project manageable
• Help them understand how they’ll pay for college
• Teach them to ask for help
• Love them no matter what
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What is the Common App?
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Chance to learn project management
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Lots of facts, ma’am
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SMART Achievements
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What matters in essays?
Unique perspectiveStrong writingAuthentic voice
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What matters in essays?
Unique perspectiveStrong writingAuthentic voice
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What matters in essays?
Unique perspectiveStrong writingAuthentic voice
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Successful essays reveal everyday life
Moments when you- Changed- Learned- Grew - Messed up- Made a difference
Often don’t know at the time...essays are chance to reflect.
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Story2 rubric-based written feedback
• Photo of the report
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Supplemental essays for each college
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Special circumstances
- Additional Information Essay- Discipline Essay
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