Cash Poor or College?: The Essential Guide to College Admissions for Teens & Their Parents - Softcover

Warmsley, Diane

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1628651237 ISBN 13: 9781628651232

Publisher: Motivational Press LLC, 2014

Synopsis

Cash Poor or College? The Essential Guide to College Admissions for Teens (ages 13 to 18) and their Parents tackles the "why college matters" question head on for an audience in the 21st century. Having made a compelling argument for the merits of pursuing education beyond high school, the publication goes on to offer a comprehensive, easy-to-read blueprint for teens and parents to master college admission planning. Through a host of time-tested strategies, substantive messaging, and resource listings, teens are inspired to boost their information stores and strengthen their academic performance, one high school year at a time. Parents are asked to partner with their teen on this all important journey, by consuming information in "The Parent's Corner" and familiarizing themselves with the student portion of the book. Cash Poor or College? is a perfect read for middle school students entering high school, teens currently in high school, and all parents. 

About this title

About the Author:

Diane M. Warmsley, a former Director of Admissions within the City University of New York (CUNY), brings 35 years of experience to the discussion on college admissions. She began her career as a New York City public school teacher and transitioned to higher education, holding several administrative positions over the course of 25+ years. Ms. Warmsley holds an M.S. degree from Baruch College/CUNY. It is this wealth of experience that Ms. Warmsley has poured into Cash Poor or College? Ms. Warmsley has two college-educated children and lives in Queens, New York with her husband, a retired high school Principal.

Review:

"Diane Warmsley's Cash Poor or College? provides parents with an easy to use guide to success in getting their teens on the fast-track to the college of their dreams. It's a realistic, straight-forward blueprint for adolescents to identify their college roadmap, create their implementation plan, and reach success in one of the most competitive environments in today's world."
-- Justin Sachs, Best-Selling Author of The Power of Persistence and Your Mailbox Is Full  JSachs.com




"This book is ideal for parents who wish to boost their information stores about the college preparation and admissions process. Parents can familiarize themselves with information presented in the teen section of the book and take advantage of exclusive, focused discussions in the chapter "The Parents Corner."
-- Elizabeth Olagunju, Author of Raising High Achieving Kids

"Diane Warmsley offers important insights gained over many years as an educator, administrator and parent, about college preparation and admissions process. Parents and teenagers will derive much understanding, knowledge and benefits from this timely guide which she has prepared."
-- Ida Subaran, Author of WEALTH : Prepare Your Children to Make Fortunes, How Parents Can Help Promote Financial Success in Their Children           

About this edition

• Publisher: Motivational Press LLC
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1628651237
• ISBN 13: 9781628651232
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 194