Transition from High School

According to DiGiovanni, parents can manage this transition by recognizing, accepting and adjusting to the inevitable changes to their lives.

There are many ways parents can help their students manage exam stress, including those that not only improve their ability to perform on the tests, but also help them stay healthy in the process.

Despite extensive research into picking the "right" school, students may find that the reality of the college they have chosen is not what they had expected. They may even decide that transferring may be the right option for them. It's very likely that they chose their initial school with no intention of transferring but found that something didn't quite fit. It's okay if they have to transfer—nearly 30% of college students actually do.

However, there are certain aspects of transferring to a new school that your student should spend some time considering and be prepared to handle.

A college student’s freshman year of college is an exciting time. They are starting a new adventure, and the next four years are probably going to be some of the best ones of their life. The first semester of their freshman year in college is the most critical because it usually sets the pace for how the rest of their college experience will be. If they start off your first year of college the right way, they will be more inclined to stay on track and get their degree.
Here's how to help your student start off college the right way. Read more.

As students prepare to begin or return to college, making sure they have everything they need to be successful can be challenging.