Posted inStudent Jobs
The Best Side Hustles for College Students
Besties, I get it. I did 2 majors and a minor during college, so I know what it’s like to be BIZ-ZEE. I also worked a ton of odd jobs…
Posted inHomeschool
All About the Charlotte Mason Method of Homeschooling
The Charlotte Mason method of homeschooling is a time-tested educational philosophy that has been inspiring families for over a century. Rooted in the teachings of British educator Charlotte Mason (1842–1923),…
Posted inHomeschool
Why This Texas Mom Homeschools
Ever wondered what it's like to homeschool your kids in Texas? This week for Red Kite, I sat down with Holly, a local homeschooling mom, to find out! Holly got…
Posted inScholarships
Scholarships for Writers (2025)
This week at Red Kite, I wanted to help out my fellow writer Kitelings! (Writelings?) Not to toot my own horn (TOOT TOOT), but having an English Literature/Creative Writing degree…
Posted inAfter College Student Jobs
9 Tips for Creating Your Resume
At Red Kite, our mission is for students to be able to afford college, but we’re also here to help prepare you for your dream career, too. When you sit…
Shake Off Your Senioritis
Welcome to senioritis: the universal condition of students who are so close to the finish line that they’ve mentally checked out. (Spoiler alert: it gets worse after spring break.) But…
Posted inScholarships
10 Ways Parents Can Help With Scholarships
Your child doesn’t have to navigate the scholarship process alone. Parents play a vital role in helping students secure financial aid that can significantly reduce college costs. Whether your child…
Posted inLifeStyle Preparing for College
8 Reasons to Consider a Small-Town College
Besties, when I was applying to college, I thought bigger was better. I toured massive public universities like the University of Texas and the University of Alabama, and I was…
Posted inScholarships
Scholarships for Future Teachers
Here at Red Kite, we are honored to support our future educators' careers! Teaching is one of the most impactful careers that a college student can pursue. From kindergarten to…
Posted inFinancial Aid
What Happens if You Receive Too Much Financial Aid? (Over-awards)
Financial aid is essential for many college students. But what happens when you receive too much? While over-awards might sound like a great problem to have, it’s an issue that…