An introduction paragraph is the foundation of an essay and the reader’s first impression of you, the writer. Without a strong introduction, your essay will fall apart. Starting your introduction isn’t always easy though–we’ve all experienced the dreaded writer’s block. Luckily, we’ve come up with some ideas to get you writing. Stop staring at a … 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
Taking the SAT this upcoming Spring? Check out our group SAT courses–the perfect prep plan to take your score to new heights. Our SAT courses will take place on Saturdays and Sundays from now until the March SAT. Saturday classes will be from 10AM-1:15PM, and Sunday classes will be from 2:30-5:45PM. Here’s what you’ll get: … Continued
Today’s Word of the Day is heliotrope (noun): a reddish purple color. Example: The flower was an elegant heliotrope, dark purple around the edges and light purple in the center. The word “heliotrope” comes from plants in the genus Heliotropum, which are perennials with pink-purple flowers. Moreover, Heliotropum comes from the greek word “helios,” who is the Sun … 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
Learning a new language can be overwhelming, but it can be fun too. Here are 10 English tips you can use to improve your English today. 1. Read as much as you can Read books, news, magazines, websites, and social media–anything you can get your hands on. By reading anything and everything, you’ll soak up … Continued
Our team wishes everyone the best of luck on the November SAT! Feeling anxious before the November SAT? Here are some tips Breathe slowly and deeply: the deeper you breathe, the more oxygen you intake, which means more blood flow to keep your mind sharp during the test. Don’t cram the night before: give yourself … Continued
Today’s Word of the Day is ephemeral (adjective): lasting a short time. Example: Mayflies are one of the most ephemeral insects, living only one day as adults. Synonyms: fleeting, transient, brief Antonyms: eternal, immortal, permanent “Ephemeral” comes from the Greek word “ephēmeros,” which means lasting only one day. Before the 1700’s, the word described … Continued
Learn English in person or online with Alpa College Prep. Ready to learn English? If you’re learning English for school, work, TOEFL, or just for fun, we’re here to help. We provide ESL tutoring to all levels and types of English language learners: kids, adults, beginners, and advanced students. We’ll also create a lesson plan just … Continued
Preparing for the SAT next semester? Group SAT classes start November 10th. Sign up today to reserve a spot! Starting November 10th, our SAT class will meet on Saturdays from 10:00AM-1:15PM. We’ll also administer three mock SATs throughout the class. During the class, you’ll learn crucial techniques and strategies for mastering the SAT and … Continued