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Aug 02
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IEPs: How They Work and What They Mean

By Accommodations, Elementary School, High School, ISEE, Learning Differences, Middle School, Study Skills, Test Prep
Students who receive special education services in the public schools must have an IEP, or “Individualized Education Program.” An IEP is a legal document; once all the paperwork has been signed, the services and accommodations in the IEP are the legal right of the student, and non-compliance with the IEP can be met with legal…
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Jul 13
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Summer SAT Updates

By High School, PSAT, SAT, Test Prep
The SAT has released new documents related to the upcoming format change. The educational world, including families of students testing after the change, has been watching the unfolding of the upcoming SAT change. With the beginning of the summer season, the SAT has given us some updates, so we are able to report the new…
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Jun 16
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How to Keep Your Kid Busy and Learning Over the Summer: 10 Questions with Jackie P.

By Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Study Skills, Test Prep
1. What are some ways you incorporate academics into Arianna and Samantha’s summer schedule? I believe in collaboration with my children in exploring their academic interests. Over the summer, we pick one academic area they would like to dive deeper into to prepare them for the next school year or a fun program related to…
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Jun 08
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Interview with an Admissions Consultant : Personal Statements and Private School Applications with Priya Nambiar

By Elementary School, High School, Interviews with Educators, ISEE, Middle School, Test Prep
What is the most important thing you wish you could tell all applicants? Do you think your advice differs for younger or older students? For older applicants (those who are applying to 6th grade and above), I always remind them to look for a school that is the best match - academically, athletically, socially. Try…
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