Before you apply to college…

Every few months, I edit, or add to this post, and then re-post it.  Here we go again. College, for me, was a waste of time.  I naively did what I was told.  I did what every high school graduate was supposed to do.  I went to college. It was a four-year delay of...

Consider dropping out.

College, for me, was a waste of time.  I naively did what I was told.  I did what every high school graduate was supposed to do.  I went to college. It was a four-year delay of game. At least that’s all it was.  I have friends and family who are now strapped...

Education. Do it yourself.

It’s college season.  Every week now, I get requests from students.  “Would you please write a recommendation letter for me?  I am trying to get into college.” I always do it.  I like to help.  But, I am always conflicted. College, for me, was a...

When schools fail…

I received this email: After reading several blog posts, I am wondering (again) about Henle. Yes, I admit that I am also one of those people who HATE Henle. I find it cumbersome, confusing, limited (vocabulary ), and just plain aggravating. Our son has struggled with...