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A blog supporting and encouraging families and their students applying to college, the military service academies, and ROTC scholarships

5 Smart Ways Students Can Make the Most of Summer Break

5/5/2026

 
Lisa Hillhouse, IEC, Founder, Hillhouse College and Career Advising, LLC

Summer break is more than just time off, it's an opportunity. What I've found over the years is that how a student uses these months doesn't need to be complicated to be impactful. But it does need to be intentional.
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Whether your child is just starting high school or heading into senior year, summer can play a meaningful role in building confidence, exploring interests, and easing the pressure before the school year ramps up again. The good news? There's room to do all of that and still rest. Here are five ways I guide students to make the most of their summer:

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    Lisa Hillhouse is an Independent Educational Consultant (IEC) who works with families throughout the US virtually on the college search and application process. 

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