Ashley Pritchard, MA
School Counselor
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How to
Email a Professor
Tips for a respectful and effective formal emailWriting an email to a professor takes a bit more thought than shooting an email to a friend or sending a text. Your education is the beginning of your professional career, ...
The Best Practices for Emailing a Teacher About Being Absent
What you can say to tell a professor or teacher you won’t be in classIt happens! Sometimes you have to miss school. Whether you have a doctor’s appointment during math class or wake up sick with the flu, everyone mis...
How to
Email Teachers
If you cannot make it to your teacher's office hours, you can always email them. This wikiHow will give you some advice on how to email your teacher and avoid any confusion or miscommunication.
How to
Introduce Yourself in College
Going off to college is an exciting time. You’ll get to meet new people, learn new things, and have tons of new experiences. Along with all this, they’ll be moments when you have to introduce yourself. So, we’ve pu...
Teen Girl Backpack Essentials for School: Ultimate Checklist
Learn what you should always keep in your bag for schoolWhether you’re a high school freshman or just starting college, it’s important to pack your school bag right. That way, you won’t leave behind anything you re...
How to
Prepare for the Night Before School Starts
Ready or not, here comes the first day of school! Take the time to plan ahead and get ready, so you can relax, be comfortable, the night before, and put it some where it is easy to see in the morning and so you look at ...
How to
Pass Time in Class
Time flies when you’re having fun, but it grinds to a halt when you aren’t interested in what’s going on in class. Luckily, if you can find a way to get engaged, that hour-long math lecture will be over before you ...
How to
Make School Time Fly
You know the feeling. The clock says 2:00, and you don't get out of school till 3:00. Every second seems to drag on for an hour. Nonetheless, you can make the time pass a little faster if you give it some effort.
How to
Be a Good Boy
Being a good boy is not always easy, especially if you are having trouble being good at both home and school. The most important thing is that you treat your family members, teachers, and the people around you with kindn...
How to
Introduce Yourself in Class
Introducing yourself to a class, whether you are the student or the teacher, can feel daunting. Deciding what and how much to share, overcoming anxiety, and presenting yourself as an interesting and engaged person are st...
How to
Start a Club
Learn how to run and manage your own club Clubs are great ways to connect people with similar interests. If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own club, you can easily make it happen with a little time and effort. Yo...
How to
Survive High School Orientation
Many high schools have freshmen (and even sophomore, junior, and senior) orientations in the summer, before school starts. These orientations are typically held for students to be able to collect their schedules, locker ...
How to Make New Friends from Around the World
Best apps, sites, and advice for making friends from different countriesAs our world becomes more connected, forming friendships with people from all across the globe has never been easier. Thanks to the internet and nif...
How to Prep for the First Day of School
Use these tips to have your best school year yetThe first day of school can help set the tone for the whole year, so it’s totally normal to feel some nervous jitters. But don’t worry! There are a few simple things yo...
How to
Sleep on the Night Before the First Day of School
On the night before the first day of school, you’re likely to feel overwhelmed, excited, and nervous, and you may feel that there’s absolutely no chance that you’ll get to bed. However, if you prepare in advance an...
How to
Prepare for the First Day of Middle School (Girls)
Let's face it; you aren't a young kid anymore. You've grown up and graduated from elementary school. If you are worried about the transition to a new school, then this article will help you prepare for middle school.
How to
Become a Straight A+ Student
Making an A+ in every single class is quite an accomplishment as a student. Do you think you have what it takes? Contrary to popular belief, you don't necessarily have to be the smartest person to make great grades—but...
How to
Celebrate Teachers' Day in Class
Do you want to thank your teacher for all they do? National Teacher Day, or National Teacher Appreciation Day, is the perfect time to do it. This special day is typically celebrated on the first Tuesday of the first full...
How to
Survive Your Freshman Year in High School
The transition from middle school to high school can be exciting, but the change can be scary for a lot of people. Remember, every other person out here has gone through the same thing that you’re going to experience, ...
How to
Avoid Distractions While Studying
You know you really want to get good grades. Your parents have put the pressure on, or you promised yourself you would do better. But you keep getting distracted! If you work to find a focused mindset, establish a study ...
