I recently spoke with Katie Azevedo of School Habits. Having taught in both public and private school systems, Katie has seen firsthand how our students are expected to learn, but they are rarely given the tools or strategies to do so.

Since 2006, she has personally coached thousands of students, one-on-one, on standardized tests (SAT/ACT, SSAT, GRE), application essays, study skills, executive functions, and writing and reading instruction.

Katie works with students in grade 6 through graduate school, as well as adults looking to further their work productivity habits.

In our conversation, Katie explains what studying IS and what studying IS NOT. She provides ideas to help students improve their study habits and also discusses how studying in college often differs from the study skills that may have worked in high school. Katie also talks about some of the systems that students need in place to support their study habits. And Katie even tells us about the most overlooked skill that students need for success - and that skill may surprise you!

You can access her free training, How to Help Your Student Handle School Like a Pro Without Study Frustration, Assignment Overwhelm, or All the Drama, here: https://www.schoolhabitsuniversity.com/freetraining

Finally, please check out Katie’s fantastic podcast, Learn and Work Smarter.

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This Week's Featured Scholarships:

• $1000 Strong Work Ethic Scholarship
• $1500 Flavor of the Month Scholarship
• $1000 MoolahSPOT Scholarship
• $1000 Courage to Grow Scholarship
• $2000 Bachus & Schanker Scholarship
• $1000 Appily Easy Money Scholarship

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Both students and parents can take advantage of direct support for all scholarship-related questions, available through email and exclusive client-only Zoom meetings.

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I recently spoke with Vida John of Vida John Tutoring. Vida is dedicated to helping motivated students excel in math problem-solving and competition math. She uses the Art of Problem Solving curriculum to help students understand, develop, and use their problem-solving techniques for math success!

• In our conversation, Vida and I discussed:
• Some of the not-so-obvious benefits of participating in math competitions
• Similar competitions or organizations for students interested in things besides math, like history, writing, or other academic pursuits
• How participating in these types of organizations or competitions helps when it comes to college admissions
• A unique scholarship opportunity

To connect with Vida, go to vidajohntutoring.com

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This Week's Featured Scholarships:

• Gen and Kelly Tanabe Think About Your Future Scholarship (You can order the Tanabe's fantastic scholarship book here)
• $2500 Build a Better Future Scholarship
• $1500 “First Step” to Distraction-Free Driving Scholarship
• World's Only Minecraft Scholarship
• $1000 Conflict Conquerer Scholarship
• CollegeXpress No Essay Scholarship

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It’s not too late to join the Scholarship Summer Camp. Click here to get started today: https://www.scholarshipgps.com/summercamp

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Many students want to pursue an internship, but struggle to find one that aligns with their interests. That’s where Ladder Internships comes in. I recently spoke with Rachel Berkower of Ladder Internships.

In our conversation, we discussed:

• What kind of students are the best fit for Ladder Internships

• The types of internships that are available

• How Ladder Internships help students in their college application and beyond

• And much more…

To learn more about Ladder Internships, click here: https://www.ladderinternships.com/

Be sure to tell them you heard this interview to save 10%!

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This Week's Featured Scholarships:

• $1000 KB Delta College Scholarship
• $1500 Financial Empowerment Scholarship
• $2000 GeneTex Scholarship
• $2000 Office Chairs Unlimited Scholarship
• $2000 HireAHelper Skilled Trade & Technology Scholarship
• $5000 Christian College Scholarship

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I recently spoke with Maggie Finn and Jacklyn Angell of Summit Academic Support.

In our conversation, we discussed:

• The biggest mistake students make when writing their college essays—and how they can avoid it.
• How students can make their college essay stand out, even if they don’t have a “dramatic” story to tell
• Common myth about college essays.
• How students can find their unique voice when writing their essays.
• Some of Maggie and Jacklyn’s favorite transformation stories of working with students.
• What should families look for when choosing someone to help with college essays.

To connect with Maggie and Jacklyn, go to https://www.summitacademicsupport.com/

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I have long said that scholarships give students and parents freedom. But, scholarships also give them power. It’s never too early to begin a student’s scholarship journey, and it’s only too late if the student has graduated from college. If you would like to begin your scholarship journey, check out the Scholarship Navigator Program for the Class of 2026, or for the Class of 2027, or for the Class of 2028. Go to www.ScholarshipGPS.com/services to find the right program for your student.

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This Week's Featured Scholarships:

• $1000 DRS Gabe Jenks Memorial Scholarship
• $2500 Mesothelioma Cancer Victims Memorial Scholarship
• $1000 Footsteps to Your Future Fall Scholarship
• $1000 Law Office of Philip R. Nathe Scholarship
• Weekender: $1000 No Essay Scholarship

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Your student will learn the skills needed for scholarship success by applying for real scholarships, including a $35,000 scholarship capstone project!

Every Monday through Thursday, a new, pre-recorded lesson will be released. On Thursday evenings, we will be live (but recorded for future viewing), discussing the week's lessons and taking Q&A.

This online program provides both on-demand and live learning opportunities. Best of all your student will apply for real scholarships during the course of the camp! In fact, your student will apply for scholarships offering more than $40,000 in potential winnings!

The Scholarship Summer Camp starts June 2, 2025, and runs for 6 weeks. Here’s an overview of what will be covered each week:

Week 1: The Basics: The tools, documents, and resources you need for scholarship success.

Week 2: Your Personal Narrative: Learn how to build your Personal Narrative, a key component for scholarship success.

Week 3: Finding The Right Scholarships For You: Learn where to look and how to determine which scholarships are the best ones to apply for.

Week 4: Why Do You Deserve To Win This Scholarship? (Apply for a Real Scholarship This Week!)

Week 5: Topical Scholarships (Apply for Another Real Scholarship This Week!)

Week 6: $35,000 Capstone Scholarship Project!

Click here to register today: https://www.scholarshipgps.com/summercamp

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This Week's Featured Scholarships:

• $1000 MyBioSource Inc. Scholarship for STEM Majors
• $1000 Supporting STEM Scholarship
• $1500 SAR Youth Video Contest (For Grades 6-12)
• $1000 Educational Scholarship
• $2000 Zac Zolin Scholarship
• $1000 Double A Solutions Scholarship

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I recently spoke with Sam Bernstein, co-founder of Loper, a free mobile app designed to help students explore and discover their best educational opportunities after high school. The inspiration for Loper came out of the pandemic, where “life on pause” led to two college friends (Sam and his co-founder Eric) spending long nights discussing their shared passion: education. Fast forward two years and they quit their jobs to launch Loper, which has now helped nearly 200,000 students find best-fit opportunities after high school.

Since founding Loper Sam has spoken at nearly a dozen industry conferences, and he always loves the opportunity to present to both students and parents on college and career readiness. Sam lives in Chicago, loves to bike, and (so far) has kept up with his 2025 resolution to read more fiction.

In our conversation, Sam and I discussed:

• How students can use the Loper app to discover their best fit college

• How parents can use the app to help their student better manage the college planning process

• How counselors can use Loper to help their students with the college process

• And much more…

To learn more about Loper, go to getloper.com or download the app for free.

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Your student will learn the skills needed for scholarship success by applying for real scholarships, including a $35,000 scholarship capstone project!

Every Monday through Thursday, a new, pre-recorded lesson will be released. On Thursday evenings, we will be live (but recorded for future viewing), discussing the week's lessons and taking Q&A.

This online program provides both on-demand and live learning opportunities. Best of all your student will apply for real scholarships during the course of the camp! In fact, your student will apply for scholarships offering more than $40,000 in potential winnings!

The Scholarship Summer Camp starts June 2, 2025, and runs for 6 weeks. Here’s an overview of what will be covered each week:

Week 1: The Basics: The tools, documents, and resources you need for scholarship success.

Week 2: Your Personal Narrative: Learn how to build your Personal Narrative, a key component for scholarship success.

Week 3: Finding The Right Scholarships For You: Learn where to look and how to determine which scholarships are the best ones to apply for.

Week 4: Why Do You Deserve To Win This Scholarship? (Apply for a Real Scholarship This Week!)

Week 5: Topical Scholarships (Apply for Another Real Scholarship This Week!)

Week 6: $35,000 Capstone Scholarship Project!

Click here to register today: https://www.scholarshipgps.com/summercamp

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This Week's Featured Scholarships:

• $1000 Safe Driving Scholarship
• $1000 Impact on the Community Scholarship
• $1000 Altruism + All Good Deeds Scholarship
• $1000 MyBioSource Inc. Scholarship for All Majors
• $2000 TikTok vs. Instagram Scholarship

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Avery is a first-year college student who has earned multiple scholarships. She started her scholarship journey when she participated in the Scholarship Summer Camp a few summers ago. This week, Avery shares her tips and suggestions for students on their own scholarship journey.

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Your student will learn the skills needed for scholarship success by applying for real scholarships, including a $35,000 scholarship capstone project!

Every Monday through Thursday, a new, pre-recorded lesson will be released. On Thursday evenings, we will be live (but recorded for future viewing), discussing the week's lessons and taking Q&A.

This online program provides both on-demand and live learning opportunities. Best of all your student will apply for real scholarships during the course of the camp! In fact, your student will apply for scholarships offering more than $40,000 in potential winnings!

The Scholarship Summer Camp starts June 2, 2025, and runs for 6 weeks. Here’s an overview of what will be covered each week:

Week 1: The Basics: The tools, documents, and resources you need for scholarship success.

Week 2: Your Personal Narrative: Learn how to build your Personal Narrative, a key component for scholarship success.

Week 3: Finding The Right Scholarships For You: Learn where to look and how to determine which scholarships are the best ones to apply for.

Week 4: Why Do You Deserve To Win This Scholarship? (Apply for a Real Scholarship This Week!)

Week 5: Topical Scholarships (Apply for Another Real Scholarship This Week!)

Week 6: $35,000 Capstone Scholarship Project!

Click here to register today: https://www.scholarshipgps.com/summercamp

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This Week's Featured Scholarships:

• $2500 What Will Be Your Trademark? Scholarship
• $1000 Abbott & Fenner Scholarship
• $2500 How I Make My Community Great Scholarship
• $2500 Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship
• Big Sun Scholarship for Athletes
• Weekender: $5000 Christian College Scholarship

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