Teens and Substance Abuse, Part 1

Teens and Substance Abuse, Part 1

In this two-part article, we’re going to explore how to tell if your teen is experimenting with substances and the steps to take to manage this challenging situation. Why are teens at risk for substance abuse? First, let’s explore why teens are at high risk for...
Boarding School Waiting List

Boarding School Waiting List

Boarding school acceptance notifications will be received by applicants in the upcoming weeks. Learn tips for the steps to take if your student has been wait-listed. Here’s the scenario. You open the emails from the schools with great anticipation, only to find that...
Is Your Teen Lacking Motivation?

Is Your Teen Lacking Motivation?

You’re finding that your teen seems to be more motivated to accumulate likes and followers on social media than A’s on their report card. This is so common among teens because this period of their life is full of change and learning. How do you motivate your...

Check Out GAC in U.S. News & World Report

Our team is quoted in a U.S. News & World Report article written by Ana Durrani about international college students. https://www.usnews.com/education/best-global-universities/articles/2019-10-22/a-checklist-for-earning-a-degree-abroad
Warning Signs of Teen Substance Abuse

Warning Signs of Teen Substance Abuse

Several changes are associated with substance abuse in teenagers. Behavioral Changes  Increased irritability, including aggressive or violent outbursts  Other behaviors: defiance, uncooperativeness, hostility  Ignoring authority figures, rules, and curfews ...
Is Your Teen Lacking Motivation?

Is Your Teen Lacking Motivation?

Are you finding that your teen seems to be more motivated to accumulate likes and retweets on social media than A’s on their report card? Sounds like the typical teen, right? This behavior is very common among teens. The period of adolescence is full of change,...