In truth, the fundamental advice I give my students is the same as it has always been: Do your best and be your best. But these last few months there’s been a twist. Telling students to take classes that challenge and inspire them also means finding other opportunities for independent learning. More than being involved in their communities, I encourage students to take on responsibilities around the house, help neighbors, and find ways to reach out to those in need. And with the time they might have spent preparing for the SAT or ACT I encourage students to do things that are more personally fulfilling and deeply engaging.