My parents have threatened to kick me out if I don’t go back to college – but I don’t want to! Your parents have a point, says our elder. Why…
Friendless and humiliated
I’ve struggled to make friends at my new high school and to make it worse, my teacher screamed at me. Her behavior was not appropriate, says our elder. It’s time…
Senior stress: I’m out of whack
A summer course, honors classes and a failed driving test have a letter-writer feeling stressed. Can our elder help her put things in perspective? Dear EWC This is my…
No friends at school
During quarantine, I realized that I don’t actually like my old ‘friends’, and school is unbearable. You’re not alone, says our elder. Talk to a counselor – and know that…
Hey Mom and Dad, about that D…
A student is heading for a D in Chemistry and worries that her parents will confiscate her things when they find out. Try not to assume the worst, says our…
Conquering collegiate confusion
What to do when you’re already a senior but still undecided? Read on for our elder’s Q&A approach to making a decision. Dear EWC: As my title states, I am…
Confused about my future
What to do when you haven’t a clue? Our elder recommends community college for this high school senior. You may discover an opportunity you never knew you had. Dear EWC:…
Am I worth the expense?
With parents suggesting this student transfer to a cheaper college, it’s no wonder there’s self-doubt. Tuition is an investment in your future, says our elder. Read on for her guidance…
Can failure be fixed?
For this high school senior, the hole seems so deep it’s impossible to climb out. Our elder offers a lifeline—along with the caveat that “you have to do the work.”…
A change of course
When you’ve given it the ol’ college try and you’re still not succeeding, maybe it’s time for a change. Read on for our elder’s take on how to explain it…