When applying to private school, it is easy to get overwhelmed. Working with an Admissions Consultant can help guide you through the process. Below are some of the suggestions admissions officers have for parents and students beginning the arduous process of private school admission. Applying to Private Schools: Starting the Process #WATCH AND RUMINATE. “Observe your child and think about the learning style that’s best for him or her. What are the values of your…
SAT test preparation is no longer an option, but a necessity. Without learning the test-taking strategies, time-management, and specific SAT test techniques, your score will not be able to reach a competitive level for college admission. As the following article states, ensuring that you prepare for the SAT test is vital for a high score and acceptance to college. Sitting for the SAT How many times a student should take the SAT test is debatable.…
Private school admission can be a very stressful process for parents and students alike, and it is important not to wait until the last minute. The sooner you begin the process of choosing schools, beginning SSAT or ISEE test prep, and starting admission essays, the more prepared you will be. As the following article states, give yourself plenty of time to make sure that you get the opportunity to show your best self through your…
SAT and ACT season will be upon us in a few short weeks, and it is vital that students take advantage of the summer to practice test preparation skills. Working with a private tutor allows students to learn their personal testing weaknesses and how to strengthen them with test-taking skills. As the following article states, practice over a longer period of time, rather than cramming, is the best way to score higher on the SAT…
SAT Tests start up again in October, and with less than 3 months to prepare, it is important that any Juniors or Seniors in High School are using their time wisely. Studying with a private tutor will increase your SAT scores and make sure you are prepared on test day. As the following article states, the SAT is such an important test that if you want a high score, you need to make sure you…
SSAT Test prep is necessary for your child to get a high score on the SSAT test, because so much of the content on the test is completely foreign to the skills your child has learned in school. Along with the brand-new content, the test anxiety can overwhelm students and affect their score. As the following article states, if you work with a private SSAT tutor to strengthen your child’s test-taking abilities and relieve their…
Scoring well on the SAT Test has become more vital over the years, as competition at colleges increases each year. Studies show that taking time to prepare for the SAT test, especially with a private tutor, allows students who feel like they are ‘bad testers’ to learn the ins and outs of the test. The following article states that cramming for this important test only leads to more stress, and that comprehensive preparation before the…
Taking the SAT test or ACT test can be one of the most daunting tasks any student has to face. Waiting until the last minute to begin SAT or ACT test preparation guarantees that you will be stressed and underprepared on test day. Working with a private tutor will prepare you for what it takes to excel on the test, and as the following article states, if you know what to expect, you will feel…
Two of the most important tasks Juniors in High School must face are standardized testing (SAT and/or ACT tests) and College Admission Essays. Both can be overwhelming tasks, and when students are able to receive help from college admission specialists, they can feel prepared and have better results. As the following article states, now is the time to begin college admission preparation. Counselor’s Calendar | May Checklist for Juniors Juniors, here is your college admissions…
Everyone knows that test prep should be taken seriously as a lengthy process that involves working with a private tutor over a period of time, taking practice tests and learning about your academic strengths and weaknesses. Trying to cram in test prep in a short period of time only leads to stress and anxiety. As the following article states, SSAT test prep takes time, and starting early is the best way to manage your time…
