Guidance for School, Life & Beyond
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FAFSA Checklist and Deadlines for Parents
By Guidance Game Plan Editorial Team The FAFSA can unlock federal, state, and college financial aid, but the process is easier when families gather information before they begin. Deadlines differ, so treat…
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Teen Depression Signs vs. Normal Teenage Behavior
By Guidance Game Plan Editorial Team Teenagers naturally experience changing moods, growing independence, and occasional conflict. Depression is different from a single bad day. Pay close attention when changes last, affect several…
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What to Say at an IEP or 504 Meeting
By Guidance Game Plan Editorial Team An IEP or 504 meeting can feel intimidating, especially when school terminology moves quickly. You do not need perfect words. You need clear questions, specific examples,…
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How to Help a Teen With Test Anxiety
By Guidance Game Plan Editorial Team Test anxiety can make a prepared student feel as if everything they studied has disappeared. The most useful response is not “just relax.” It is a…
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A Parent’s Guide to Teen Mental Health Is Here: Recognizing the Signs and Knowing When to Get Help
Every parent of a teenager has had the moment. A door that’s stayed closed a little too long. A kid who used to tell you everything and now tells you nothing. A…
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The High School Life Planner Is Here: A Four-Year Game Plan for School, Career, College, and Life
Most students get a graduation plan. Almost none of them get a life plan. They know the credits they need, the tests they have to take, the box they have to check…