An incoming parent shared this article with us, noting how closely it aligns with the Watershed approach. It reflects on the transition to college and the mix of excitement, pressure, and identity shifts that accompany it. More broadly, it invites reflection on how we prepare young people not only for academic next steps, but for life beyond them - something deeply connected to Watershed’s focus on hands-on learning, growing independence, and meaningful real-world experience. We hope you enjoy the article as much as we did!