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Aug 03

SAT and ACT Prep for Fall: Test Optional is the New Normal

By Katherine Friedman Accommodations, College Admissions, High School, Practice Tests, PSAT, SAT, Test Prep

In the “before times,” the main question about college admissions tests used to be, “How can I do well on this test?” Now, the question is, “Should I even take this test?” Over 1500 schools decided to go test-blind or test-optional during the pandemic, and many of them are choosing to stay that way, at…

Jul 14

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What Now: Should parents and students have a choice between hybrid, in-person, or online learning?

By Angela B. Elementary School

As a believer and advocate for learning in a variety of formats, I do believe options should be offered to students and teachers across states, counties, and districts. However, despite what we believe to be an easy question with a simple answer, it’s far from a simple solution. By keeping teachers in limbo and requiring…

Jul 14

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COVID-19 Brings Financial Challenges, COVID Vaccines Bring Scholarship Opportunities

By Katherine Friedman College Admissions, Financial Aid, High School, Scholarships

If you’re a student who has graduated from high school in 2021, the first thing you should do is pat yourself on the back. You have faced unique challenges and shown great flexibility to earn your diploma. If you’re planning to attend college next year, you have also applied to colleges, chosen a school, and…

Jul 02

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What are the Kids Saying About Returning to In – Person Schooling?

By Angela B. Elementary School, High School, Middle School

As I watched the majority of my students take steps to return to in person learning last semester, I also saw a wide range of emotions. While most students loved the opportunity to return, this experience didn’t come without a fair share of fears. Some were concerned about getting infected, others worried about the adjustment…

May 25

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How to Talk to Teachers

By Angela B. Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Study Skills

This is a topic that continues to rear its head even into adulthood. Talking to authority figures can be hard for adults, so why do we think it’s any easier for children? It’s important to help your children understand the value of communication and relationships with their superiors. Let’s help them start young. So how…