A common question among students and parents is whether it’s better to earn a lower grade in an advanced course or a higher grade in a regular course, particularly in the context of college admissions. As a tutoring company, we often discuss this topic with families. Opinions vary, and we outline the considerations in this blog.
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Changes for the SAT
Almost every ten years, the College Board overhauls the SAT. The upcoming change could be the largest in the test’s almost-100-year history. The SAT is soon shedding its paper booklets and going completely digital. It will be available to be taken on a laptop or tablet beginning with international students in 2023 and rolling out […]
Tectonic Shift in College Application
Tectonic Shift in College Application Sybil Gohari, PhD Since the dawn of history, humankind has sought to better itself. Universities, and the pursuit of higher education, have been a singular part of this journey. Throughout most of human history – and even today in many societies – access to higher education was restricted to very […]
Unique Leadership Opportunity for High School Students
There are many experiential learning opportunities during the summer months for high school students. Families often find it challenging to identify an educational summer program that offers authentic experiences which help develop leadership and communication skills. Most summer programs geared toward high school students seeking a leadership experience provide simulations and theoretical problems to solve. […]