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April 3, 2024

The Essential Guide to High School Open Houses: Making the Most of Your Visit

High school open houses are a crucial step in the journey of selecting the right school for a student’s secondary education. Much like college tours, these open houses offer a glimpse into the daily life, culture, and academic environment of a high school. They provide invaluable insights and a firsthand look at the facilities, faculty, […]

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July 17, 2023

Official SHSAT Practice Test (Form A) for 2024 Admissions

The following SHSAT sample test was released as a paper booklet in June of 2023 to rising 8th graders in select middle schools. It contains more than 18 practice questions that have not been released in previous years (Questions 1, 18 to 26, 34, 35, 65, 72, 74, 75, 78, 81, 105, and 108.)  […]

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July 11, 2023

A Brief Guide to the Specialized High Schools

Niche recently released its 2023 ranking of best public high schools in New York City. Eight of them require the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT). We explore the benefits of each school in this series of posts. The Bronx High School of Science The Brooklyn Latin School Brooklyn Technical High School High School for Mathematics, […]

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January 18, 2023

Why Should Middle & High School Students Get a Test Prep Tutor?

Even if a school claims to be “test-optional,” the reality is that admission to a highly desired school still often requires meeting certain score thresholds on standardized tests that measure a student’s ability, skills, and knowledge. However, very few students can produce the scores implicitly required by top-tier schools. Enrolling in a one-on-one tutoring program […]

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January 18, 2023

The Best Ways You Can Overcome Test Anxiety Today

Test anxiety can be a significant obstacle to academic success. It can cause students to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and worried. Fortunately, there are many ways to help manage and overcome test anxiety. Here are some strategies to help students prepare more effectively and reduce test anxiety.  Be Prepared The best way to reduce test anxiety […]

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November 30, 2022

Useful Techniques for Preparing Students for the PSAT

High school students can gain an advantage when applying to colleges by taking the PSAT, a useful tool for preparing for college. Read on to learn more about the PSAT and how to prepare for success if your student needs clarification on how to pass the test. The PSAT The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test, also […]

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September 30, 2022

4 Tips to Improve Your Chance of Passing College Admissions

The college application process is a long and difficult one. You must work hard to get good grades and strong SAT or ACT scores. In addition, you must write a great essay and have good letters of recommendation. The process is made even more challenging because you often need the help of family and school […]

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September 23, 2022

Tips to Beat the New Question Type for Reading and Writing

The organization and writing section of the new Digital SAT can initially seem daunting. But don’t worry! With a bit of practice, you’ll be able to approach this question type confidently. Here’s what you need to know. Overview of the Question Type The Reading & Writing section test-takers to review a fictitious set of student […]

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October 20, 2020

Why taking standardized tests is like playing chess

Taking standardized tests is a lot like playing chess. There are usually multiple ways to win. Just as there’s no perfect strategy in chess, there’s no perfect strategy for standardized tests. It varies based on individual personalities. We use process of elimination. Chess players consider the implications of individual moves just as test takers consider […]

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