Archive for January 2020
What’s Your Story for College Admissions?
The college admissions process is not just about reaching certain markers. It’s about telling a story. And telling that story starts at the beginning of high school. At a recent event organized by the University of California, Berkeley, admissions director Olufemi “Femi” Ogundele said the admissions process is “rational but not predictable.” That term rings…
Read MoreSAT vs. ACT: Which test is right for your child?
It’s an age-old question every 11th grade student must face: which college entrance exam is the best? The answer isn’t so straightforward, and can depend on test-taking skills and preferences, strengths and challenges in certain subjects, and other various factors. First, the similarities: Both the SAT and ACT are accepted by all U.S. colleges. The…
Read MoreTips for Executive Functioning
Have you ever felt that, no matter what you do, you can never stay organized? With a new year and a new school semester, we understand how difficult it can be to be and stay motivated. Executive functioning refers to a number of skills, including: Paying attention Organizing, planning and prioritizing Starting tasks and staying…
Read MorePreparing Your Child for the Careers of the Future
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” From a family gathering to a parent-teacher meeting, it was the question many of us grew up constantly being asked. And yet now it’s the unanswerable question. According to the World Economic Forum, 65 percent of children in elementary school today will grow up to…
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