Many students struggle to receive a high score on the verbal section of their test. One of the most important things to do to improve verbal scores is to work on vocabulary as often as possible. Students may want to cram in vocabulary cards last minute, but there should be a slow process of growth in order to develop the vocabulary acquisition skills they need to receive a high test score on these tests. On…
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As a recently hired intern at Boston Tutoring Services, I am excited to help children get access to tutors, so they don’t have to struggle like I have with certain academic subjects. When I graduated high school, I was happy to begin the next chapter in my academic career. More specifically, I was happy to start the next four years of school without stepping near a science classroom. Little did I know, most, if not…
Read More »Your kindergartner has been in school for nearly two months now, and you are most likely eager to see a great deal of growth. Kindergartners develop literacy skills at different rates, so it can be frustrating if your child has not increased his or her skills to meet your expectations. It is important to remember that every child grows according to their own timetable. When I taught kindergarten, some students came in knowing all of…
Read More »Grab the tissues, stifle back the tears, and celebrate this new chapter of your life: your baby is going off to college. Parents experience almost as much stress as their children do when choosing the right school, and it’s no wonder why: We have all heard the horror stories of awful roommates, nauseating food, and questionable social activities that would raise an eyebrow. We hear your concerns, and we would like to give you the…
Read More »Now that October is upon us, you may be considering applying for private school for next Fall. Private School open houses are held this month throughout the state, and we urge you to spend time visiting schools to see where your child will feel they best belong. If you’re overwhelmed by where to start, click here for a searchable database of the state’s top private schools. When you visit private schools, it is important to…
Read More »The Boston Public School system has three exam schools: Boston Latin School, Boston Latin Academy, and the John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science. All of these schools take new students entering 7th and 9th grade, while O’Bryant School also accepts new 10th graders. Admission to the Boston exam schools is extremely competitive. The students’ scores on this exam will be the determining factor for admission. Grades are important, but without a very high…
Read More »Boston Tutoring Services, LLC., is excited to announce that we will be holding a Private School Admission Information Session to help parents navigate the process of private school admission. Topics covered will include the application process, ISEE/SSAT tests, financial aid, and more. This information session will be held on Thursday, September 19 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm, at Clarke Middle School in Lexington, MA. Tickets are $10 per household, and all ticket-holders will receive an informational…
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Boston Tutoring Services uses two sets of materials for our SSAT test preparation. Our tutors are trained in the Princeton Review book as well as the official materials put out by SSAT.Org. Recently, both of these sets of materials have put out new editions for 2014. All of our tutors are informed about these changes so that we are using the most up-to-date materials and strategies. In the 2014 edition of the Princeton Review book,…
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If your child will be applying for college this winter, it is vital that you take some time this summer to visit colleges to give him or her a better sense of where he or she will best fit in. Once the school year starts it will be difficult to get away and truly experience what it’s like on a new campus. The college admission process is lengthy and stressful, and admission consultants recommend starting…
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Boston Tutoring Services specializes in the Private School Admission Tests We are holding a Private School Admission Information Session for parents to learn about: The Private School Application Process What Are Schools Looking For in Candidates? Testing (ISEE/SSAT) Admission Essays Interviews & Campus Visits Financing options Experts in Private School Admission and Financial Aid will be present to address all of your questions. Attend & Receive a Coupon for $50 off any Tutoring Service at Boston Tutoring Services! Boston…
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