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Feb 13
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How Independent Schools are using the ERB in lieu of the ISEE

By Elementary School, High School, ISEE, Middle School, SSAT, Study Skills, Test Prep, Uncategorized
As we reflect on the last few years since COVID started, it becomes abundantly clear that the landscape for standardized testing and private school admissions has changed drastically. As always, the admissions process remains secretive and individualized, with a significant number of schools choosing to go test optional, meaning the ISEE or SSAT tests are…
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Feb 10
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Different Ways to Stay Productive/Stay on Top of your Classes during Spring Break

By ACT, AP Exams, College Admissions, Elementary School, High School, Middle School, PSAT, SAT, Study Skills, Test Prep, Uncategorized
With spring break around the corner, many students may be wondering how best to use their time most productively. While students will of course want to relax and enjoy their well-earned rest, but spring break also provides ample time for students to catch up on missing work, prepare for tests or college admissions, or just…
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Jan 22
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Unraveling the Controversy Surrounding Standardized Testing in College Admissions

By ACT, College Admissions, High School, SAT, Test Prep
The NY Times recently published an article about the growing pushback to the move away from the SAT among colleges. A combination of pandemic-induced logistical issues and research finding widespread income and race-based disparities in test scores has caused many schools to move away from standardized test scores as a major factor in admissions. However,…
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