This document provides parents with guidance on supporting their child through the college application process. It outlines the various roles parents should take on, including time-keeper, counselor, sleep-enforcer, consultant/guide, and life skills trainer. A timeline is presented for the junior year, focusing on standardized testing, college visits, extracurricular activities, and application preparation. Tips are given for each parental role to help students through this stressful period while maintaining open communication and a healthy work-life balance.