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BEYOND THE GPA is designed to help high students build on their strengths & hone the skills necessary to successfully transition to college. Let's go beyond!

Massachusetts/Rhode Island
Joined April 2022
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With nearly 50 years of combined higher ed experience, Maura Mulligan & Annamaria Wenner have worked with thousands of students & understand what it takes to succeed in college. The most important step is recognizing preparation goes far BEYOND THE GPA. beyondthegpa.com/
Boundary setting is hard. Saying no to friends & families isn’t an easy thing to do. Young people also have the additional pressure of social media & the fear of missing out. But to be successful in college, setting boundaries is essential. Listen in… youtube.com/watch?v=I7hw4oNG…
Do you have a college-bound student who could benefit from social/emotional skill building on topics like social connections, managing mental health, conflict resolution? Beyond the GPA’s offering a Summer 2022 Boot Camp. Limited space, so sign up today. beyondthegpa.com/summer2022
The importance of maintaining mental health, recognizing when a student is struggling, knowing the resources, & being able to ask for help is essential for student wellness & success. It can be a difficult for families to talk about, but it is so critical. youtube.com/watch?v=AXaZnWGb…
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Beyond the GPA video series, Preparing to Launch covers the importance of self-advocacy and help seeking skills. Too many students' college careers are derailed by not asking for help in time. Let's work together to normalize & hone help seeking behaviors. youtu.be/c7FoCUUIar4
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Returning to "normal" can cause a significant amount of social anxiety, especially in young people. This is especially concerning knowing the importance of social connection, which is one of Beyond the GPA's college success skills. psychologytoday.com/intl/blo…