Students and teachers are enjoying winter break, and excitement is running high! It is hard to believe we have completed the first four months of school and we are approaching a new year. After the winter performances and class parties are over, we spend time with the people we love to ring in the new year. It’s so important to keep self care tips in mind throughout this time. One challenge of the holiday season…
Looking for winter break activities to keep your kids busy and having fun? Check out our list for some great ideas. Happy holidays! Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Boston Tue, December 17, 2019 – Sun, December 29, 2019 The timeless movie “White Christmas” is adapted for the stage in a lavish new production that the New York Times says to “put on your wish list.” Hanukkah at MFA, Boston (free) Wed, December 18, 2019 Come…
Boston Tutoring Services is proud to support local libraries. Check out the fun-filled holiday events taking place at the Hingham Library below. Holiday Book Sale: Stop by our holiday sale in the lobby now through December 24, with new additions daily. Featuring new and like-new DVD’s and CD’s, Christmas books, children’s and adult books, and more. You’ll find the perfect gifts at great prices. Happy shopping! Board Game Afternoon with Matt Donle of Wicked Fun…
Are you willing to spread the holiday cheer this year? Boston Tutoring Services is happy to promote organizations who help people in need. There are plenty of fantastic organizations that give all of us the chance to give back, and the holidays are always a time of year in which people need some extra help. Today we are featuring House of Hope, which provides shelter for 58 homeless families. There have never been as many…
Educators and students can use their PSAT/NMSQT scores to see areas where students are thriving, and areas where they need additional support. PSAT/NMSQT scores are on the same scale as SAT scores, making it easy to track student progress over time. Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT score higher, on average, on the SAT than those who do not. SAT Practice Starts with the PSAT/NMSQT The new SAT is easier than ever to prepare for with free,…
Are you willing to spread the holiday cheer this year? Boston Tutoring Services is happy to promote organizations who help people in need. There are plenty of fantastic organizations that give all of us the chance to give back, and the holidays are always a time of year in which people need some extra help. Today we are featuring Emmaus, “where everybody matters.” Emmaus is an organization that seeks to serve all people in need—the…
We live in a world of screens, and tech addiction is becoming more and more common. In this digital age full of so many devices and distractions, it’s become one of the things parents worry about most: how much time should kids spend staring at their phones and computers? When it comes to technology use, what’s the right balance between privacy and self-discovery? Research continues to provide answers on how parents are navigating this world…
Are you willing to spread the holiday cheer this year? Boston Tutoring Services is happy to promote organizations who help people in need. There are plenty of fantastic organizations that give all of us the chance to give back, and the holidays are always a time of year in which people need some extra help. Today we are featuring Catie’s Closet, which provides clothing and toiletries to students who are living in poverty or experiencing…
SSAT Test Day Checklist: 1. Print your student’s admission ticket. Log in and click “print ticket” if you didn’t print it during registration. Get step-by-step instructions. Approved for testing accommodations? Be sure to bring the second page titled “Testing Accommodations Approval.” 2. Know what to bring. Make sure your student has the following items: Admission Ticket #2 Pencils (no mechanical pencils) Snack or Drink TIP: Bring snacks and drinks in a clear zip-top bag with…
Families should try to keep the ISEE test day as stress-free as possible. They should give themselves plenty of travel time to avoid any undue anxiety from rushing. Families should also confirm that they have all the required testing materials handy for ISEE test day. Students should get a good night’s sleep, eat breakfast or lunch before the test, and refrain from any last-minute cramming. WHAT TO BRING: Do not bring any personal items or…
