Are We Putting Too Much Pressure on Our Kids? | The Truth About SAT Prep, College Admissions & Academic Stress
Is your family feeling overwhelmed by grades, test scores, college admissions, and the pressure to keep up?
In this episode of Moms, Moguls & Mayhem, Lauren Piccirillo and Courtenay Hall sit down with veteran educators Liz Kraemer and JoAnn Hill, co-founders of Capitol Teachers, for an honest conversation about what students—and parents—are really facing today.
With more than 17 years of classroom experience each, Liz and JoAnn share practical advice and insider knowledge on:
* The truth about “SAT-optional” colleges
* How many hours of SAT prep actually make a difference
* How the new digital adaptive SAT works
* The growing anxiety, comparison, and competition students experience
* How parents can support their children without adding more pressure
Lauren also shares the personal “lock-in” moment that transformed her own son’s approach to school and helped change his mindset.
Whether you’re raising an elementary school student, a middle schooler, or a teenager preparing for college, this episode is filled with actionable advice, reassurance, and real-world insights that every parent needs to hear.
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