Standardized Testing

Oct 28, 20225 min read

Helping Your Test Anxious Teen

We are often asked how parents can help their students with academic-related stress. Here are our best tips and guidance.

Oct 14, 20224 min read

The College Search and the Flooded Mailbox

So your student is getting lots of mail from colleges and “honors” programs? How did they get your student’s info and what does it mean?

Mar 5, 20215 min read

The Admissions Factory Part II: The de-standardization of college admissions

This past year saw an unprecedented shift toward test-optional admissions policies. How did we get here and what does it mean for students?

Sep 25, 20203 min read

Testing Stress: The importance of keeping perspective at home

High stakes testing can generate a top of anxiety in students - keeping perspective at home is essential.

Aug 7, 20204 min read

What the Heck is Test Optional Anyway?

We’ve been getting a ton of questions about what test optional means if you have a high school student approaching the college search.