April 5, 2024
Melissa Longfield holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, magna cum laude, and a Master of Education in Pupil Personnel Services, both from Wright State University. She has fifteen years of experience working with students Pre-K through 12 in a traditional school setting, ten of which were spent at the high school level providing guidance counseling and academic support. Melissa joined the Class 101 Dayton team in 2024 and is looking forward to working with students as they realize their full potential, discern their future plans, and transition from high school to college.
January 25, 2026
Remember: the college decision timeline lists May 1 as College Decision Day for most colleges and programs. Receiving acceptances is a relief, a sign that your work and accomplishments have been recognized, but choosing among college offers can create new uncertainty. And today’s seniors feel pressure to make decisions much sooner. With a decreasing population […]
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January 25, 2026
At Class 101-Dayton, we promote a smarter scholarship search for our students. Although there is no single source for scholarship information, there are strategies to find and apply for scholarships successfully. Here are a few tips from Class 101-Dayton. Institutional Scholarships First, check your applicant and accepted student portals to search for competitive scholarships at […]
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January 25, 2026
Nearly 70% of colleges report “demonstrated interest” (DI) as a significant or considerable factor in admissions. We encourage DI with our Class 101 students for two reasons. First, a student should be actively engaged in their college research, leveraging every tool available to better understand and connect with colleges. This includes signing up for emails, […]
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