Podcasts about transfer students

Red and Blue are concerned about their mother and now that Red has helped to solve the latest mystery at school she has more time to focus on her mom. They have noticed a lot of unusual behaviours and realize she is not simply sick. When Blue uncovers their mom's internet activity it just raises more questions. They sit with their mother before bed and she tries to act normal but they both know there is something going on.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

The gang has solved the latest mystery of the teacher gifts and think about how this was the second mystery they solved where good things were happening and no one was bad and everyone was nice. Red and Blue are concerned about their Mother and the fact that she has not been around much lately except when she is sleeping. She had a cold a while ago but that can't still be making her ill, what is going on? ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

What actually makes students feel like they belong in college? In Part 1 of this conversation, we sit down with Briana Maturi, Director of Student Transitions & Success, and Trinity Jones, Assistant Director of Student Transitions & Success at Loyola Marymount University to explore the hidden side of higher education that shapes student success far beyond the classroom. From supporting veteran and transfer students to creating massive campus traditions like Wellness Wednesday and Family Weekend, this episode dives into how meaningful student experiences are intentionally built and why they matter more than ever. Briana shares why student affairs professionals impact nearly every aspect of campus life, while Trinity offers a unique perspective transitioning from LMU student to full-time staff member. Together, they unpack how mission-driven leadership, belonging, and community shape the modern college experience. Whether you're in higher education, student affairs, enrollment management, or simply passionate about creating stronger communities, this episode offers a thoughtful look into the people and programs shaping student success today.

With everyone in the world angling to access the benefits of artificial intelligence without succumbing to the plentiful pitfalls of excessive automation, you'd expect higher ed administrators to explore every way possible to harness tech for more accurate and efficient student selection. And you'd be right. Amy and Mike invited ed tech professional Ashish Fernando to examine how colleges use AI in admissions. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What does AI actually look like inside an admissions office today? Why are data silos a problem across educational institutions? Does AI lead to less bias in admissions decisions or more? Where is the human advantage in making admissions decisions? Looking ahead five or ten years, what will separate the colleges that survive and thrive from the ones that struggle? MEET OUR GUEST Ashish Fernando is the Founder & CEO of EDMO, an AI-powered education technology company that provides enrollment solutions to higher education institutions. With an education background from Bentley University, Ashish has spent the last several years building intelligent tools that automate document evaluation, streamline enrollment workflows, and enhance student engagement. Growing up in an education-focused family inspired his mission to make global admissions more accessible, transparent, and efficient.  A member of the Forbes Technology Council and a frequent higher-ed speaker, Ashish also hosts the Edu Unlocked podcast, where he brings together leaders driving innovation in universities. His work reflects a simple philosophy: use AI to empower institutions and create better experiences for students worldwide.  Ashish can be reached at https://goedmo.com/contact. LINKS What Really Happens to Transfer Students' Credits? Why Test Scores Matter More Than Ever RELATED EPISODES AI AND THE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS WHAT DO COLLEGES KNOW ABOUT APPLICANTS? COLLEGE ESSAYS IN THE AGE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright, Roots2Words, and College Eagle. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros and LEAP. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, get in touch through our contact page.  

In today's episode, host Pierre Michiels interviews Teri Schmidgall and Edward Heard, career counselors from Northern Illinois University's Career Services. They discuss how students—especially those transferring—can use reflection, exploration, and intentional planning to clarify career goals and build momentum. After listening, we hope you have a better understanding of navigating academic and career transitions with confidence. Full episode transcript can be found on the episode page. Below is a general timestamp summary.  00:00–03:00 | Welcome and Episode Focus: Pierre introduces the Career Ready Podcast and welcomes NIU career counselors Teri Schmidgall and Edward Heard.03:00–08:00 | Understanding Career Exploration Early On: The guests discuss how students begin choosing majors—often unintentionally—and emphasize that career decision-making is a process. They introduce exploration as a key first step, encouraging curiosity, exposure, and self-reflection.08:00–14:00 | Reflection During Transition Periods: The conversation centers on transfer students and the importance of pausing to reflect on accomplishments, skills, and experiences before moving to a four-year institution. Updating resumes and documenting progress are highlighted as critical practices.14:00–20:00 | From Exploration to Intentional Planning: Teri and Edward explain how exploration leads into planning, including researching careers, reviewing job postings early, and understanding employer expectations. Planning is framed as flexible and non-linear.20:00–26:00 | Hitting the Ground Running as a Transfer Student: Advice is shared on how transfer students can quickly engage with campus resources, career services, and academic departments to maximize limited time and avoid feeling behind.26:00–33:00 | Internships and Experiential Learning: The guests discuss internships as career “tryouts,” how to prepare for the search, and how part-time work, leadership, and volunteer experiences also build valuable skills.33:00–41:00 | Networking and Career Progress: Emphasis is placed on networking, maintaining professional relationships, and focusing on progress rather than comparison. Students are encouraged to take small, consistent steps forward.41:00–49:00 | Employer Expectations and Skills-Based Hiring: The discussion shifts to trends in hiring, including the growing importance of relevant experience and transferable skills over GPA alone, and how students can communicate their value effectively.49:00–60:00 | Career Tools, Resources, and Final Advice: NIU resources such as Husky Career Launchpad, Forage simulations, and career fairs are shared. The episode concludes with encouragement for students to take ownership of their career journey while using available support.Listeners in the College of DuPage community can visit our website. All other listeners are encouraged to view the resources of their local community college, WIOA training programs, or other local support centers.Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn @codcareercenter

The gang is moving forward with their plans. Red arrives at school early to watch the teacher's lounge. She sees Jordan and then hears footsteps but when she hides she cannot see who the person was entering the teacher's lounge. They try again at lunch time but run into the same problem, the angle is wrong for everyone. They come up with an idea that they think will help them narrow it down the next day.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red and the gang are still working on the teacher gift mystery. Red has the job of going to school to speak to Jordan to see if he has noticed anything unusual where he is always at school early. Jordan is surprised when Red asks about the teacher's gifts and has some information to add.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

It is the beginning of a new week and the gang is still working on the teacher's gift mystery. Red is up before her alarm and gets dressed and heads down to breakfast where Blue is already eating. She sees her mom has left a note about being sick, she thinks that is odd. When Red gets on the bus Charlie tells her he found something out and he'll share it with her and the gang at lunchtime.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red is starting to feel that Earth is more normal and that she has finally found her people. She enjoys spending time with the gang and even Blue has helped a few times when they let him. Red and the gang are starting to look at a new mystery where someone is leaving gifts for the teachers and they realize that this is their second  mystery where something good is happening.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

It has been a few days since the gang spoke to Jordan and they are in the cafeteria for lunch. They see Jordan sitting across the cafeteria with his hood down, this is a new thing for him, and talk about inviting him over but remember that they told him when he is ready to come over he is always welcome. Red realizes that the gang are her people and hopes that Jordan and Senna can also find their people and be happy.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Senna's meeting with Jordan went better than she expected once she actually started talking. She finds out more about Jordan and asks if he'd like to meet the gang. Later Senna tells Red quickly what happened and then updates the gang at lunch. Jordan lets Senna know he'd like to meet the gang and they set up a meeting for after school.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Senna has been thinking and thinking about what she is going to say to Jordan when she arrives in the morning. She knows the gang is counting on her but she cannot decide what is the best thing to say. Senna gets on the bus and heads to school coming up with about 17 different opening lines. When she arrives at school she is the second person there and when she sees Jordan she knows it is time to decide what she is going to say. ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

After the gang has had several meetings and have decided that maybe this mystery doesn't need to be solved. The person writing the notes is helping people, not doing anything wrong. Mr. McCaskill meets Red and asks her and the gang to look at this mystery differently, and to make sure that they are kind.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red and the gang are feeling defeated when they don't catch anyone during their stake out. They talk to Taylor and realize that she is not the person they are looking for either but she gives them a photo she took, hoping it might help. Red has the gang over to try and go over everything again to see what they are missing. They come up with a new plan for when they get back to school on Monday.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

After the failed stakeout the gang realizes they need to try something else. They think that maybe they were so busy looking for someone suspicious that they missed the actual person who was doing something normal. Red and the Gang plan to get together and figure out a new plan. Who could be leaving the notes? ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Click here to learn more about the ACE (Access to College Experts) Network, where you will get expert guidance for college admissions, essays, test-prep, scholarships, and even dorm planning, for less than the price of a tank of gas! ---------- Featured Scholarships: $1000 Making the Leap Scholarship for Transfer Students $2000 Better Financial Future Scholarship $1500 Ag Day Video Contest $1000 Poster Contest for High School Students $1000 Mind Matters Scholarship $10,000 Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarship Subscribe to the free "Your Daily Scholarship" Newsletter here: https://nodebtcollege.substack.com/ ---------- Krista Anderson is a certified Executive Function and ADHD Coach who works with college-bound high school seniors and college students. She helps students build the skills they need to succeed in college like planning, time management, overcoming procrastination, study strategies, and self-advocacy - especially when deadlines and expectations feel overwhelming. Krista brings over 20 years of experience in leadership development and student support, including teaching graduate-level courses and coaching students at community colleges, private colleges, and large universities. She combines professional expertise with lived experience to help students build confidence and independence as they prepare for college and beyond. In our conversation, Krista and I discussed: What the term “executive function” means, and why it's critical for college readiness. Why students struggle with deadlines, organization, and getting things done. How students can make a successful transition from the “guardrails” of high school to the unstructured environment of college. Practical tips to help students build independence. What healthy, supportive involvement from parents looks like as students finish up their senior year. And much more… To connect with Krista, visit rootedtoreach.com, check out her Ready to Launch workshops, or connect on Facebook. ---------- Lisa Marker-Robbins has a quick quiz that will help you understand where your 15–25-year-old stands in discovering their direction — and what simple next step can help them move forward with clarity and confidence. This quick quiz will show you exactly what stage they're in and what to do next to ensure they are on track to launch with confidence. Click here to take the quiz.

Blue helps Red figure out what the all the notes might mean, and as a result the gang comes up with a plan of action. Will they find out who is leaving notes? Who could it be? ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

The gang has a real mystery on their hands. At school when Red meets Charlie she finds out that a lot of people got the mysterious notes, which is weird, and kind of creepy. Alexa calls an emergency meeting of the Solving Mysteries Club to see if they can figure this out.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red, Blue and the gang are back in Volume 3, with a new friend, and all are  ready to take on some new mysteries. IN this part, Red is on her way to school when she meets a new student on the bus who has moved from far away, she makes her feel welcome and introduces her to the gang at lunchtime. But something happens later, what could it be? ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this bedtime story, Blue from the Transfer Student is bored and doesn't want to do his History homework. Red has gone to a meeting with the gang and Blue was not invited. When he opens his laptop, he sees something very interesting. Will he get in trouble again? ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red and the gang came so close to getting caught but managed to solve the mystery. Now, it's up to the adults to take over, while Red, Blue, and the gang get to relax and face problems that other kids might face. This wraps up this series, but if you would like to hear more adventures with Red and the gang please let us know. ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

The final showdown arrives as Red and the gang escape through old tunnels with Dr. Hart's complete evidence. Eventually they burst into Riverside Park and find themselves face-to-face with Agent Torres and the bad agents. Will help arrive in time?  ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Courage Under Pressure • Strategic Thinking • Empathy • Finding Belonging Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this episode, Red and the gang are going to the final cache site to get all the proof they need to protect the Martians and expose the bad agents. Will they succeed? ✔️ Perfect for ages 45+ Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Believe it or not, over one-third of college students transfer at least once while earning their degree. So why do so many students assume their first school will be their forever school? Amy and Mike invited college advisor Jaime Smith to share insights on how to plan for your college transfer. What are five things you will learn in this episode? Where do students most commonly struggle when preparing to transfer schools? How easy is it to transfer credits between colleges? What might students do in advance if a potential transfer is in their future? Do transfer students need SAT or ACT scores? Is there a difference between transferring from 2-year or 4-year colleges? MEET OUR GUEST Jaime Smith, M.A., MS.Ed., is a Certified Educational Planner with 25 years of experience in the field of education. After many years of teaching English at the middle, high school, and college levels, Jaime turned to online education and founded a virtual K-12 supplementary education program, Online G3, where she continues to teach gifted and twice-exceptional homeschooled students. As a college advisor, Jaime specializes in transfer admissions, application essays, homeschoolers, neurodiverse learners, and other non-traditional applicants. In 2023, she completed a Post-Master's Certificate in Transfer Leadership and Practice at the University of North Georgia in collaboration with the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students. Jaime is the author of The Complete Guide to College Transfer. A California native, Jaime now lives in Oregon with her husband and pet bunny. She has one daughter, a former homeschooler turned transfer student who just started grad school.  Jaime previously appeared on the podcast in episode 578 to discuss WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT TRANSFERRING. Learn more about Jaime at TransferSavvy.com and follow her on Linkedin. LINKS Common App for transfer https://www.transferology.com https://www.assist.org The Complete Guide to College Transfer RELATED EPISODES HOW TO BE A SUCCESSFUL COLLEGE FRESHMAN WHAT TO DO WHEN A STUDENT STRUGGLES IN COLLEGE THE UNWRITTEN RULES OF COLLEGE SUCCESS ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright, Roots2Words, and College Eagle. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros and LEAP. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, get in touch through our contact page.  

After their narrow escape from the water plant, the gang faces new challenges. During an emergency video call, they examine the evidence they retrieved and then Saturday morning brings an unexpected visitor: Emma Vasquez, an eighth grader whose brother is one of the "good agents." With only six days until the refugee families arrive and more corrupt agents heading to town, the kids must decide quickly who to trust. ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Family Communication • Analyzing Evidence • Collaborative Decision-Making • Emotional Regulation • Dealing with Uncertainty • Friendship Support • Strategic Thinking • Responsibility Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Jaime Smith is a certified educational planner with 25 years of experience in education at the middle, high school, and college levels. As a college adviser, she specializes in transfer admissions, homeschoolers, neurodiverse learners, and other nontraditional students.  In our conversation, Jaime and I discussed: The number of students who transfer colleges The reasons students transfer colleges The process for transferring colleges The value of starting at a community college Scholarship implications of transferring colleges And much more… To connect with Jaime, go to TransverSavvy.com. ---------- If you have a Class of 2026 or Class of 2027 student, this is for you. Through the ACE Network, you'll have access to 6 AMAZING and VETTED college planning experts. This affordable service gives you access to gems of personalized information on college admissions, college essays, SAT and ACTs, dorm planning, and, of course, scholarships! Click the link to learn more: https://sites.google.com/view/ace-network/home Space is extremely limited, so don't delay. ---------- With the Scholarship Navigator program, your student will gain access to a personalized list of scholarships tailored to their unique profile, ensuring they can apply for opportunities that resonate with their passions and experiences. Your student will receive expert guidance on their scholarship applications and essays, including personalized reviews, constructive feedback, and editing assistance from Dave the Scholarship Coach. Both students and parents can take advantage of direct support for all scholarship-related questions, available through email and exclusive client-only Zoom meetings. We offer Scholarship Navigator programs for college students and high school students in the Class of 2026, Class of 2027, as well as for sophomores and freshmen. Empower your student to seize their future—enroll today! ---------- Featured Scholarships: $1000 Mental Health Scholarship $1000 Successful Small Business Scholarship $1000 Aaliyah Lee Scholarship $14.5 Million Live Más Scholarship $1000 Appily Easy Money Scholarship $1000 Making the Leap Scholarship for Transfer Students $5000 Christian College Scholarship Drawing $2000 Catholic College Scholarship

Get the inside on a couple of transfer students stories.

In this episode of the Higher Ed Demand Gen podcast, host Shiro Hatori sits down with Paige Piontkowsky, AVP of Enrollment Management at the University of La Verne. Discover how this small private university increased transfer student enrollment by 43% and the innovative strategies behind their success. From leveraging data-driven recruitment plans to the surprising effectiveness of LinkedIn campaigns, Paige shares insights into enrollment management and the importance of collaboration with marketing. Tune in to learn how the University of La Verne is navigating the competitive landscape of higher education and achieving stability in enrollment.Connect with Paige on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paige-piontkowsky/

Meridian warns Red that his family is being relocated, andhands her crucial intel about the water treatment plant. But Agent Torres is closing in, cornering Red and Charlie with questions about abandoned facilities and students who get in over their heads. After investigating the water treatment plant, the game has changed completely. ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Strategic Thinking • Adapting Plans • Using humor to handle stress • Teamwork Under Pressure • Trust • Courage  Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red discovers alarming data from the archive and as Agent Torres escalates his surveillance at school, the gang meets secretly at the library to plan their next move. With time running out, they must help the new Martians who are transferring as fast as they can.  ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Problem-solving and creativity • Teamwork and cooperation • Using humor to handle stress • Thinking critically about what's real vs. distraction • Communication and negotiation skills • Trusting instincts while staying playful Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red and her friends tackle a mystery that feels almost “normal” for once—the case of the missing school mascot costume. But when their investigation leads to raccoons living in luxury and suspicious cameras, the gang realizes this case may be part of something bigger. Can they keep up appearances as ordinary kids solving ordinary problems while Agent Torres keeps watching? ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Problem-solving and creativity • Teamwork and cooperation • Using humor to handle stress • Thinking critically about what's real vs. distraction • Communication and negotiation skills • Trusting instincts while staying playful Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this chapter, Red and her friends make a daring escape through hidden tunnels beneath the quarry, carrying evidence that could expose the corrupt agents threatening Martian refugee families. Back on the surface, they regroup and agree to keep a low profile at school. But Monday morning brings a surprising change of pace—a brand-new mystery much closer to home. When the school mascot costume goes missing, Mr. McCaskill enlists the team to investigate. After the intensity of their weekend mission, solving the case of the missing woodchuck feels like the perfect cover for a group of kids who need to look “normal.” ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Teamwork and trust • Balancing serious responsibilities with everyday life • Problem-solving and critical thinking • Coping with stress through humor • Courage to face big and small challenges • Community spirit and school pride Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red and her friends embark on their most exciting mission yet— venturing to an abandoned quarry to find Dr. Hart's hidden archive. What they discover in a secret underground chamber is bigger than they ever imagined, but when agents arrive unexpectedly, the gang must use all their wits to escape through a mysterious tunnel system. Will they make it out safely with the vital information that could change everything? ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Friendship • Belonging • Courage • Teamwork • Standing Up for What's Right • Family • Trust • Adventure • Problem-Solving • Helping Others Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Transferring credits from a community college to a four-year institution remains a crucial strategy to boosting bachelor's degree attainment and improving outcomes for graduates. But transfer students often face significant challenges to having their credits accepted and, more importantly, applied to degree requirements at four-year institutions. Faculty members in teaching, research, and administrative positions play a pivotal role in decisions about whether and how credits transfer. Yet little is known about how they approach these decisions or what factors influence their judgment. MDRC is working with three University of Texas System colleges to better understand how faculty members make these decisions within a large and complex transfer landscape. In this episode, Leigh Parise talks with Marjorie Dorimé-Williams, senior research associate at MDRC, leading the study.

Red wakes up still reeling from everything Meridian revealed the night before. At school, she and her friends struggle to act normal while secretly planning their Saturday mission to the quarry. A tense encounter in the cafeteria proves that Agent Torres is watching closely, but later at Alexa's house the group pulls their ideas together into a real plan. At home, Red begins to suspect her mom knows more than she's letting on. By Friday, the countdown to the mission has begun. ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: • Planning and organization • Working together as a team • Balancing honesty and secrecy • Coping with worry and stress • Family trust and communication  Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this chapter of The Transfer Student, Red and her friends realize someone new at school might not be who he seems. After a long day of classes, they meet Lio at the playground. With new maps, secret codes, and safety rules, the group begins preparing for their biggest challenge yet: reaching Dr. Hart's hidden cache before it falls into the wrong hands. ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: • Trust and honesty • Problem-solving • Hope for the future Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red finally told the gang the truth they are from Mars. To her amazement, everyone took it in stride. Now, with their secret out, Red feels a new sense of hope… and a new sense of risk. What if someone slips up?   ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Trust · Courage · Friendship · Secrecy · Teamwork · Belonging · Critical Thinking · Identity Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this episode, Lisa and Jaime discuss:Understanding the role of impacted majors and prerequisitesThe critical importance of aligning majors with career goals earlyNavigating the complexities of college transfersFinancial planning and its impact on educational choicesKey Takeaways: Over one-third of undergraduates transfer colleges, and without early planning around majors, prerequisites, and credit alignment, they risk losing time, money, and progress.Students in impacted majors like Computer Science, Business, Nursing, and Engineering must complete strict, school-specific prerequisites, so they should map overlapping requirements across multiple target schools.While some parents fear transferring will hurt their job or graduate school prospects, employers usually see only the final degree, and graduate programs value applicants who can explain a well-reasoned shift.Before committing to a college—whether first-time or transfer—use FAFSA estimators to gauge real costs, research transfer scholarships, and compare prerequisite overlaps to avoid financial strain and lost credits.“Most employers aren't looking for whole transcripts to see your collection of credits. They're just looking for the final outcome.” – Jaime SmithAbout Jaime Smith: Jaime Smith is a Certified Educational Planner specializing in college transfer, online learning, homeschooling, and supporting neurodiverse learners. A longtime transfer student advocate, she earned a Post-Master's Certificate in Transfer Leadership and Practice from the University of North Georgia with the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students in 2023. She holds a BA in Linguistics from UC Berkeley, an MA in TESOL, an MSEd in eLearning, and a certificate in College Counseling.Founder and CEO of Online G3—an independent online program for gifted and twice-exceptional K–12 students—Jaime continues to teach English. A California native now in Oregon, she lives with her husband and pet bunny. Her daughter, a former homeschooler turned transfer student, is now in grad school.Episode References:#140 Avoiding the Pitfalls of College Transfers with Jaime SmithThe Truth about College Admission by Brennan Barnard and Rick ClarkEnter to win a free copy of The Complete Guide to College Transfer at flourishcoachingco.com/transfer through August 31.Order The Complete Guide to College Transfer on Amazon starting August 26 to get the full roadmap for navigating college transfersExplore school-by-school data on competitive and impacted majors at flourishcoachingco.com/majors to make smarter application choices.Get Lisa's Free on-demand video: How-to guide for your teen to choose the right major, college, & career...(without painting themselves into a corneConnect with Lisa:Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingcoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

In this episode, Red finally shares her biggest secret with her Earth friends: she's not from around here—she's from Mars. As the truth sinks in, her friends must decide whether to believe her… and whether to stay by her side. Meanwhile, a mysterious message from Lio hints that everything is about to change. ✔️ Perfect for ages 5+ ✔️ Themes: Trust · Identity · Honesty · Courage · Friendship · Empathy · Belonging · Bedtime mystery Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this side story from The Transfer Student universe, Blue takes it upon himself to “optimize” the school's cafeteria cookie distribution—with chaotic results. What begins as a well-intentioned hack quickly spirals into dessert inequality, lunchtime drama, and a hard lesson about fairness, responsibility, and the true meaning of helping. Will Blue fix his cookie conundrum before someone reports a full-blown dessert disaster? ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ ✔️ Themes: Problem-solving and responsibility, Learning from mistakes, Ethical use of technology, Bedtime Story Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red and Blue finally decide it's time to tell their friends the truth—they're from Mars. But how do you share the biggest secret of your life without sounding completely crazy? With a little help from awkward planning, burnt cookies, and Blue's unstoppable enthusiasm, Red takes the first step toward revealing her real identity. Will her friends freak out, or will this be the start of something even more amazing? ✔️ Perfect for ages 4+ ✔️ Themes: Friendship and Trust, Sibling Dynamics, Identity and Belonging, Aliens Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red and her little brother Blue team up to take on their biggest mystery yet. As they reflect on their Martian past and Earthly present, they form an unlikely spy duo. Will they tell Red's friends the truth? What will happen? Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this part of our bedtime series, Red is so tired after her morning adventures that she decides to lie down for a short nap but falls deep asleep. While she is sleeping, Blue comes in and sneaks around looking for that glowing thing he had seen in her room the other night. He has no idea what it is, and when Red wakes and hears Dr. Hart talking, she needs to explain. Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this chapter of The Transfer Student, Red narrowly escapes an underground Martian facility with the help of Misty and Shade—but danger is closer than ever. With corrupt A.I.D. agents closing in and Dr. Hart's secrets mounting, Red must think fast, stay hidden, and protect what she's found. Meanwhile, a curious Blue stumbles onto the charm and accidentally triggers a second holographic message that could change everything. The siblings are now tied to a mystery far larger than they ever imagined. Sleep Tight, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red uncovers a hidden Martian facility buried deep beneath the forest—an incredible structure that reveals just how far Dr. Hart's secrets go. But she's not alone. Agents Misty and Shade reappear with new truths about the A.I.D., old Martian technology, and a growing threat from within their own ranks. Red must decide who to trust, just as the countdown reaches its most critical moment yet. Sleep Tight, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

The mystery of the missing rare books is solved—but Red's biggest secret remains. While the gang celebrates their detective success, Red quietly prepares for a much bigger mission: uncovering what Dr. Hart hid deep in the forest. With a glowing charm, a backpack full of supplies, and a secret note to her family, Red sets off at dawn. What she finds could change everything. Sleep Tight, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this episode, Red and her friends investigate a puzzling mystery at school: someone has been stealing rare books from the library—and always at the same time each day. As Red uses her sharp Martian instincts to spot patterns others miss, the gang uncovers a suspect and sets a clever plan in motion to catch the thief red-handed. But when one of the stolen books reveals clues that echo Dr. Hart's mysterious message, Red realizes that even small school mysteries might be connected to something much bigger. Sleep Tight, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this part, Red is still recovering from a long night of discovery—and a nosebleed-inducing message from Dr. Hart's charm. As she powers through a groggy school day, Red juggles the weight of secrets and the return of her friends' questions. But when her mystery-solving club is asked to investigate a real-life library theft, Red is pulled into a new school-based puzzle that might be more connected to her past than she realizes. Sleep Tight, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

Red can't sleep. It's the middle of the night, and her mind is racing with worry—about Lio's strange messages, the secret charm, and the lies she's told her friends. But when she experiments with the charm under the moonlight, something incredible happens: a hidden message from Dr. Hart is revealed. Now Red knows the mystery is far from over—and time is running out. Sleep Tight, Sheryl & Clark ❤️

In this chapter of The Transfer Student, Red tries to regain a sense of normalcy—but her friends aren't ready to let go of the mystery. As suspicions grow around the strange stone and Red's shifting behaviour, a new wrinkle emerges: a second cryptic message from Blue's odd new friend, Lio. The gang reassembles, questions pile up, and Red is forced to choose between protecting secrets and holding onto her friendships. Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️