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Mar 11

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Interview with an Admissions Consultant, Lisa: Everything You Need to Know to Get Ahead

By Arash Fayz Elementary School, High School, HSPT, Interviews with Educators, ISEE, Middle School, Test Prep

Navigating the private school admissions process can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach and preparation, families can find the best fit for their child. This interview with Lisa Marfisi, a seasoned expert in Los Angeles private school admissions, provides valuable insights into navigating the application process. 1. When should families start the private school…

Feb 13

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How Independent Schools are using the ERB in lieu of the ISEE

By Angela B. Elementary School, High School, ISEE, Middle School, SSAT, Study Skills, Test Prep, Uncategorized

As we reflect on the last few years since COVID started, it becomes abundantly clear that the landscape for standardized testing and private school admissions has changed drastically. As always, the admissions process remains secretive and individualized, with a significant number of schools choosing to go test optional, meaning the ISEE or SSAT tests are…

Apr 12

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The Post-Admissions Landscape for Middle and High School Applicants

By Priya Nambiar Elementary School, High School, Interviews with Educators, ISEE, Middle School, SSAT, Test Prep

By Priya Nambiar, Nambiar Advising (www.nambiaradvising.com) Come April, after the K-12 admissions season, it’s time to take a deep breath. The previous nine to 12 months have been a flurry of open houses, school tours, campus visits, sporting events, and plays. Then there were the actual applications, which demanded essays (from students and parents!), interviews,…

Nov 01

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What do I Need to Know if I Want to go Standardized Test-Free?

By Wendy I. ACT, College Admissions, High School, ISEE, Middle School, SAT, SSAT, Test Prep

Since the pandemic, many schools have reconsidered their requirements for the ACT/SAT tests. There is some indication that this reevaluation goes deeper than COVID and consideration for students that are unable to test or unwilling to test in the format that is available for them. For this reason, it is useful to think about what…

Aug 16

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Interview with an Admissions Consultant: Gaby Fogelson uses her background in private school admissions to tell all

By Angela B. 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…