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Ryan, French Toast and NACAC’s National College Fair

So I texted my nephew on Sunday to see if he wanted to come over for breakfast…I was making French […]

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College Applications: Your Guidance Counselor & Resources

Welcome to Alyson Ryan for Sayville BOE! My name is Trish Portnoy and I am here to help you apply […]

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Congratulations, Arne Duncan! But Before You Go, Can You Please Answer My Question?

Congratulations, Arne Duncan, on your upcoming resignation as US Secretary of Education!  We’re happy to hear that you plan to […]

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Thank You POTUS for the #CollegeScorecard…but was it really necessary? Students and families need more guidance, more structure, but no more data, please!

Last week President Obama introduced the College Scorecard,  an online tool for students and parents researching and selecting colleges.  Reviews of […]

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Senior Year: Top 5 Questions You Should Be Asking Yourself

Am I really doing enough? Spend less time watching Netflix, especially during daylight hours, and put more effort into helping others, […]

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Colleges Accept Students Who Are Active Participants In Life, Not Couch Potatoes!

Ideally, this guidance, as well as all other college planning advice, must be given to students before they step foot […]

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The College Essay in 650 Words or Less

You should be jumping with joy for this opportunity to differentiate yourself, articulate your own personal style, and bring life […]

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Learning More About Colleges: Painting a Picture with Data

College Navigator is one of my favorite websites (as you already know) for accessing college-related data.  The information is collected […]

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It’s Still Summer…But What Can I Do to Get Ready for Senior Year?

It’s mid-August and many teens are experiencing anxiety from the mere thought of returning to school, but none more than […]

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More Guidance, Less Information…I am overwhelmed by my choices!

As a high school student or the parent of one, you should take some time to acquaint yourself with the […]

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