<p>By the way, I did want to mention one thing that Sally said during the interview that has truly helped me keep things in perspective as my daughter has been applying to colleges this fall:</p>
<p>"First and foremost, I think its important for parents to remember that the college admissions process is a critical step in their childs transition to young adulthood. Parents should be there to support the process, but not take it over or direct it. "</p>
<p>You'd be hard-pressed to find someone like Michele Hernandez or Rachel Toor say that. :)</p>