If you are reading a fiction or poetry passage, your goal is to think about the type of mood the author is creating, which is similar to the tone, and how the details are used to help you understand the mood the author is trying to create. Pay special attention to symbolism and imagery throughout the piece. Read the following passage, and think carefully about the details that are being used. Notice the use of…
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It’s understandable if creating a classroom website has been at the low end of your priority list. Maybe you have been thinking about building one for a while, but who has the time? Unfortunately, classroom websites too often take the backseat. Either the website is too complicated to update on a regular basis and ends up being neglected, or perhaps you’re underwhelmed by the district issued site. Before you brush off the idea of creating…
Read More »Looping classrooms have become more and more popular in the US in recent years. Looping is when a teacher moves with his or her students at the end of the year to the next grade level rather than sending them to a new teacher. In many schools, looping has been integrated as a regular procedure and has become normal for students to spend more than one year with the same teacher(s). Of course, as with…
Read More »Most students have their own tried and true methods when it comes to studying for important tests. Yours might involve using a special purple highlighter or reviewing everything with a study group. But how do you know if your study hacks are truly effective? Luckily, scientists have researched popular study hacks that will help you ace your exams and get stellar grades. Here are a few ways to get to the top of your class.…
Read More »The LSAT requires not only mastery of the exam’s content, but also the ability to anticipate and address those little details that can make or break your test day experience. Here are tips that will prepare you for both! Top 5 LSAT Tips (and 5 Bonus Tips!) Mark an answer for every question! Unlike the SAT, the LSAT has no guessing penalty. Do not be afraid to postpone your test until you are completely ready. While every test taker is…
Read More »Looking for new ways to celebrate the holidays this year? Our list of local holiday events for 2017 are sure to be fun for the whole family! Boston Children’s Chorus: Fireplace Fables Winter Concert When: Sat 12/9/17 and Sun 12/10/17 Where: 645 Boylston Street, Boston Time: 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM Age: any Cost: $12 – $15 Take a break from the snowy streets, and come inside to have your heart swell with joy as…
Read More »Choosing the right college for you is no easy task, and it can end up being a stressful experience for many high schoolers. To help you along, it is a good idea to learn as much as you can about the schools you are considering. Here are some things you may not have thought about yet in the process of choosing a college. Available courses. I’m sure you’ve checked that the major you want to pursue…
Read More »Now is the time to remember those in need! Food banks all over Massachusetts are now accepting donations. Please consider getting into the spirit of giving and help those who really need it. You can either make a monetary donation or collect food to drop off at a food bank. Recommended donation items include cereal, oatmeal, rice, beans, low sodium soup, stew, chili, pasta, low sugar canned fruits, canned tuna and chicken, peanut butter and…
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Have you heard of the Margarita Muniz Academy? As the Hispanic population in Boston continues to grow, the Boston Public School system has been seeking new ways to address issues they face. Hispanic students are both most likely to drop out of the city’s schools and least likely to enroll in college when compared with black, white, and Asian students, but as the academy enters its sixth full year, the school’s student outcomes are drawing…
Read More »For many people, the idea of studying abroad in Europe is attractive, but what about for an entire degree? While it sounds like the domain of only the super-wealthy or geniuses, the fact is that just about anyone can study abroad in Europe for an entire degree. Best of all, there are a number of really great advantages to doing so. Saving Time and Money First of all, you can expect to save a lot…
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