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Cracking the Code: Your Strategic Guide to College Admissions Exams
Applying to college is a high-stakes journey. Between the "alphabet soup" of standardized testing, SAT, ACT, AP, IB, and shifting university policies, it’s easy for the process to feel overwhelming. Whether you are aiming for an Ivy League spot, a state university, or a specialized conservatory, a strategic testing plan is the key to standing out. At Learning Pathways, we take the guesswork out of the equation. We help students identify the right exams, manage registration lo
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Mar 152 min read
Don't just "visit" a college campus. Audit it.
The "College Blur" is Real. Here’s How to Beat It. Spring break and summer are fast approaching, which means campus visit season is kicking into high gear. For students and parents alike, this is an exciting, expensive, and often overwhelming time. You are about to invest significant time and money traveling to different cities, walking miles across quads, and listening to countless statistics about student-to-faculty ratios. Here is the hard truth: if you show up unprepared,
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Feb 111 min read
Global Readiness: More Than Just a University Offer
For our international students, the goal is often "getting in" to a top university and securing the skills required for Green Card success. We help our students identify that being college ready and career ready are two different milestones. To succeed in a globalized workforce, you need a strategy that covers all bases. At Learning Pathways Consultants, we cover three essential areas that transect across all areas: Applied Knowledge, Universal "Power Skills" (like adaptabili
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Jan 22 min read
Exploring Diverse Post-Secondary Pathways: Beyond Traditional University Routes
As students explore their post-secondary options, many are discovering that university is just one of several meaningful routes toward future success. Vocational and bridging pathways, often more hands-on, career-focused, and flexible, are excellent alternatives for learners who thrive through practical experience. Increasingly, universities in the USA, Canada, and UK are embedding practical skills and work-integrated learning into degree programs to prepare students for real
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Dec 2, 20252 min read
We Work with the Whole Family: Harnessing the Power of Parental Support for Student Success
Family Matters! We recently offered a parent a free online parent and child information event for potential clients. This gathering reminded us of the vital role families play in guiding students to explore their futures with confidence and clarity. It's evident that proactive parental involvement significantly impacts students' academic journeys and personal growth. In our office, we feel proud to be aligned with families. We both discuss with students Zone of Greatness (ZO
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Oct 30, 20252 min read
Why Attend a College-University Fair?
Attending a college-university fair can connect you with hundreds of universities from around the world in one morning. Online...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Sep 25, 20251 min read
UC Applications: A Quick Guide for U.S. and International Students
UC Applications: A Quick Guide for U.S. and International Students Whether you're a U.S. citizen or an international student, applying to...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Sep 5, 20252 min read
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Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Jul 29, 20251 min read
International Baccalaureate Results Day: Essential Guidance
You've put in a lot of hard work, and now, as you eagerly await your results, I want to take a moment to congratulate you on your...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Jul 6, 20252 min read
Why Summer Plans Matter?
Importance of utilizing summer for personal and academic growth. As the summer break is closing in, many families consider...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Jun 10, 20252 min read
Examinations may feel like test scores, grades and deadlines but they are also about growth, resilience, and future potential.
The only way is up! As the examination period is in full swing, we know many of your children are working through this important time of...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
May 15, 20251 min read
Gratitude.. is it worth it?
This month, the Careers and Higher Education Office has seen many of our students ask for and receive letters of recommendation for...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Apr 28, 20251 min read
Accepted a US or Canadian Offer? How to do it.. the right way (and not get bummed out by waitlists)!
Accepted a US or Canadian Offer? Students who are committing to a university in the US or Canada should have accepted their offer in...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Mar 14, 20254 min read
Virtual College Fairs - Why wouldn't you do this!
Last week we attended a careers and university fair and were amazed at how dynamic, the stalls were. The crazy thing was - it was all...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Feb 7, 20251 min read
Improving your chances of acceptance series: Benefits of Online Courses (EdX, Coursera, etc).
After last-years blog on Super-curricular activities many have asked for an update on MOOCs and Online course. Why? Read on! Many...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Jan 16, 20251 min read
Making school subject choices that help you get into college.
At this time of year, many of the students we see at Learning Pathways want to know what choices to make in Grade 11 and 12. Students...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Jan 16, 20251 min read
Skill up! Stay informed, stay interconnected, and contribute to your own personal growth this festive season.
When you spend your own spare time on self-improvement can be a little daunting, in fact most people report not doing much when they...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Dec 17, 20242 min read
Over the festive season! Things that help you get in!
Over the festive season, we advise that students look into supercurricular activities. A supercurricular activity can be described as any...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Dec 2, 20241 min read
Individualized Careers Advice: How your advisor should go the extra mile for you.
A good advisor when helping students evaluate potential universities, should encourage and help students examine - not just one reason...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Nov 25, 20242 min read
Gap Year, The Peace Corps, or National Service: The A, B, and C of University Deferment.
We offer a service that follows our students into the world and beyond at the Learning Pathways . Whenever students decide to take a Gap...
Meredith O'Reilly, M.Ed, SENCO
Nov 14, 20242 min read
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