Accommodations for the ISEE and SSAT
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS TAKING THE ISEE Educators are fully aware that many very capable students struggle taking standardized tests because they have learning or physical challenges. This is why accommodations are offered to students who "are unable [...]
The Inside Story on Athletic Scholarships
While traveling in Connecticut, I had the good fortune of staying in a hotel in Hartford where the University of Connecticut (UConn) hockey team was also staying. These young men were getting ready to play Tulsa - a very [...]
Creating Your College List
When you’re deciding on a college, it’s a good idea to start researching them early in the game. We’ve seen many of our students change their minds late in the process, after they’ve gotten to [...]
Is it necessary for juniors to take the PSAT?
Is it necessary for juniors to take the PSAT? Well no, not necessary. But it’s a good idea for several reasons. First, colleges are willing to look at PSAT scores and give them [...]
September To Do List for Independent School Admissions
September is when families are embarking upon the admissions process for the following school year. This is a time to gather information about the schools to which you're applying and plan for their specific requirements for admission. One [...]
It’s August – Is it Too Early to Start Thinking About the Test? Or Too Late?
When you think about getting ready for your test, think of it like learning an instrument, learning how to cook a new dish, or learning your lines in a play. Or you can think of [...]