Coming out of lockdown and working with students, one disturbing trend has emerged. Many students are behind with regard to their basic verbal and math skills. Even our high-achieving students are behind students from previous years. Unfortunately, it’s not surprising. There are many benefits of in- person learning that we never really appreciated. One is … Continued
We wish all of our students the best with their college applications! Remember these tips when working on your college applications: Read the instructions and prompts carefully Proofread and edit your essays Highlight your strengths and tell a compelling story Choose recommendations that can speak to your ability and academic excellence Make backups and copies … Continued
More and more, I see students unable to cope with test anxiety. It is tragic because many of these students perform fine under more relaxed circumstances. When parents ask me how their kids can cope with test anxiety, I tell them that strategies vary from student to student. Some students respond well to relaxation techniques, … Continued