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[quote=Anonymous]1. Give your student as much autonomy and voice in the process as possible, even when it pains you and even when you think you know better. They will be much more invested in the process if they feel heard and valued.

2. Have a standing 20-minute check-in once a week. Don't pounce on them at random times because you're suddenly anxious about a piece of the puzzle. If you have a time-sensitive worry, agree on a follow-up meeting time.

3. Work with your student to set up a gmail account just for college correspondence and share the password with your spouse. Use that address for college fairs, tour bookings, SAT/ACT scheduling, Q&A with admissions, etc. Ensure student is checking it regularly, reading emails from desired colleges, etc.

4. Google Sheets will be your best friend. Track, centralize, and share EVERYTHING.

5. Freshman college year FAFSA/CSS relies on the tax return covering the junior high school year. If you think you might be on the bubble regarding financial (not merit) aid, explore changing your withholdings/deductions/etc.[/quote]

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