Who takes the SSAT? The Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT) is required for entry into some independent schools. While most independent day schools in Los Angeles use the ISEE (if they require an admissions test), many boarding schools and schools in other states require the SSAT, and some schools allow students to choose which test…
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While vocabulary is a key component of most high school admissions exams (such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT), for a variety of reasons vocabulary is even more crucial on the HSPT exam. Some of you are no doubt aware that the HSPT has five sections: Verbal Skills Quantitative Skills Reading Comprehension Mathematics Language What…
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In 1998 the governor of Georgia, convinced it would boost the academic achievement of children in his state, attempted to fund a program giving every child in the state a Mozart tape, in order to take advantage of the so-called “Mozart effect” where listening to Mozart increases intelligence. Unfortunately, this effect has been fairly thoroughly…
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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…
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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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