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Mar 10
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100 Day Check In: How Parents Can Build on Strengths and Address Student Needs for the Remainder of the School Year

By Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Study Skills
During the month of February, schools around the country celebrate the 100th Day of School. Activities range from art projects using 100 items, dressing like a 100-year-old, and math lessons in which students add and multiply to reach 100. For parents, the 100th day of school is also a great time to gauge student progress…
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Jan 11
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Acing the Private School Interview – 10 Questions with Admissions Consultant Gaby Fogelsen

By Elementary School, High School, Interviews with Educators, Middle School
1. What time of year do private school interviews generally take place? They start at the beginning of October and go through the end of January, since many schools have application deadlines in December or early January. 2. How do admissions personnel typically structure the interviews? Every school varies in their approach to interviews, but…
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Dec 07
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Our Nation’s Report Card

By Elementary School, High School, Middle School
Every year, the Institute of Education Sciences (a division of the Department of Education) releases a National Assessment of Educational Progress, also known as the Nation’s Report Card. The report assesses educational preparedness in core subjects, such as math and English, and allows government officials, school districts, and other relevant parties to shape educational policy.…
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Aug 16
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Interview with an Admissions Consultant: Gaby Fogelson uses her background in private school admissions to tell all

By Elementary School, High School, HSPT, Independent School Admissions, Interviews with Educators, ISEE, Middle School, SSAT, Test Prep
1. What is the most important thing you wish you could tell all applicants? The most important thing is to be themselves. The goal is for the school to get to know who they are as a person. Showcase who they are and highlight their greatest strengths. Each child has unique gifts and talents. Let…
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