Please demystify the "Sample lesson" situation

ABlestMom
Sat, 27 Aug 2011 09:07:21 +0000

I don’t think anyone should should feel guilty about helping their children with any part of the college admission process. Let’s face it - we are on this board to help our children and when we help others as well, all the better. Some high school seniors have their act totally together and can handle juggling 7 AP courses with a myriad of other things and still be able to apply to colleges on their own. They are very talented multi-taskers and are not the norm. That is the way they are made with a fierce drive and a need to do it themselves - bravo to them! Others need guidance and I’m sure every parent on this board is willing to help when their child asks - it doesn’t mean you are a helicopter parent or that your child is not a talent and is no indicator of how they will do in college or beyond. Be proud of being there for your children - don’t let anyone make you feel otherwise!