The last week of February is winter break... and the perfect excuse for a college road trip. Just a three-hour drive down Interstate 91 is the Happy Valley of western Massachusetts. Students can visit the Five College Consortium schools of Smith College, Amherst College, The University of Massachusetts-Amherst, Hampshire College, and Mount Holyoke College within a 20-minute radius of each other. This Consortium is the oldest and most well-established network of schools for s

Wake Forest's application has five essay prompts with on asking: "List five books that you have read that intrigue you." Why? The reason is that many students spend less time reading a variety of books in the classroom and even less time reading for fun. . . . Read the full article at: https://www.charlottenewsvt.org/2026/01/22/building-good-reading-habits-by-reading-with-children/

There is a 50 percent decline in confidence in how Americans view a college degree according to a Gallop poll this September. Just 12 years ago, 70 percent of Americans prioritized college as very important, compared to only 35 percent now. . . . To defy these odds, start attending college career fairs to apply for jobs and summer internships. At the beginning of second semester, create a plan to engage with college resources and optimize recruiting opportunities. . . . Re

With Thanksgiving season upon us, now is the time to consider how small acts of kindness can impact our community. Students can take initiative by encouraging their sports teams, club groups, or local organizations to volunteer in the local community. Community service is an important activity in the college admissions process. . . . Here in Vermont, students can volunteer to help with food insecurity and homelessness. . . . Read full article at: https://www.charlottenewsvt

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