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publisher Pam Mashburn
SP OI LE R AL ER T! !
copy editor Jennifer Kornegay
art director Erika Tracy
The information below may change
your summer plans.
graphic design Heather Cooper
writers Polly Dunn, Brittney Dobbs
research and copy Carole Sides
Yikes!
My oldest is about to be a
junior—his last year to finish strong before
applying to colleges; his last year to build a
resume with accolades (who knew that teens
needed a resume?!); his only year to qualify
as a National Merit Scholar. (Okay, I didn’t say
he would, only that the opportunity occurs
once.)
College admissions typically only
consider three years out of the 12—
The Mashburns all
The 9th-11th grade GPAs, classes,
ready for the pool.
extracurriculars, community involvement and accomplishments are the foundation for their first adventures into adulthood. Our foundation is still “setting,” and the Mashburns are making some “To Do’s”
for the summer!
Besides college prep, the Mashburn boys are learning how to be good roommates
(and future husbands), hence, the mopping and laundry lessons! Most of all, summer
is a great time to make happy memories and enjoy shared interests. Please check out
our suggestions and resources, have fun and lay some “foundations” with your family!
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W ISE WORDS
BUILDING A TEEN RESUME
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FEATURES
WISE WORDS: TEST PREP
WHAT I KNOW NOW
DIVEN PATEL
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MAKE THE
MOST
OF YOUR
SUMMER
LIFE SKILLS: ALL ABOUT CREDIT
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APPY + HEALTHY
LIFE SKILLS: VOLUNTEERING
PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
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