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Working Through and Overcoming Test Anxiety

By ACT, AP Exams, CSET/CBEST/RICA, Elementary School, High School, HSPT, ISEE, Middle School, SAT, SSAT, Study Skills, Test Prep
The Myth of “Crippling” Test Anxiety We’ve all heard stories about epic test anxiety: A student who is well-prepared and knows the material suddenly can’t perform on test day. In my experience working with hundreds of students over the years, however, I have found this story to be a myth. While it is typical—and often…
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High School Stress Management: Practical Tips for Teens to Thrive Academically and Emotionally

By Accommodations, ACT, AP Exams, College Admissions, High School, PSAT, SAT, Test Prep
Stress. You know the feeling. You’ve planned and prepped everything, yet you still get that sinking sensation that there’s too much to do and not enough time. Studying, practice, APs, exams, leadership roles, college essays – it feels like Tetris on hard mode, with tasks stacking up, and yet one more thing thrown your way…
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Different Ways to Stay Productive/Stay on Top of your Classes during Spring Break

By ACT, AP Exams, College Admissions, Elementary School, High School, Middle School, PSAT, SAT, Study Skills, Test Prep, Uncategorized
With spring break around the corner, many students may be wondering how best to use their time most productively. While students will of course want to relax and enjoy their well-earned rest, but spring break also provides ample time for students to catch up on missing work, prepare for tests or college admissions, or just…
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