This week’s study tip is all about the art of “chunking”. Rest assured that this has nothing to do with getting sick or dealing with sickness before a big test, but rather as an alternative to cramming. I think it is safe to say that...

The SAT is a major deciding factor in college admissions and a major area of focus for most high school juniors and seniors. With so much emphasis on one test, it is no wonder that students get nervous and make small, easily avoidable mistakes that can...

This week’s homework tip mainly focuses on written assignments, such as essays, book reports or word problems. Having someone proofread your work will help eliminate spelling and grammar errors and help make your homework assignments look more polished...

When preparing for college admissions, I strongly suggest that you take both the SAT and the ACT . Many students score higher on the ACT, as it applies more to what you have learned in school, rather than just testing your ability to take a test. I say...

If you checked in last week , you learned how to break up your studying time into short chunks, optimizing your attention span and learning potential. This week’s studying tip is all about to-do lists . Staying organized is key to achieving academic success...

The Scholastic Aptitude Test is the United States’ ticket to college admissions. Colleges have been using the scores from this test since 1901 and have developed individual standards levels for acceptance. Here is a look at the most competitive schools...

"Will somone just do my homework for me?" If you are a teacher, tutor or parent, chances are that you have heard this phrase before. Homework just isn't on the top 10 most fun activities list for students. It can be challenging for a student...

Good grades often reflect a student’s understanding of their school subjects and the amount of work and dedication they put into homework assignments, tests and projects. While it is primarily up to your child to succeed in school, parents also play an...

Homework is a magical word that can change the atmosphere of an entire classroom. My teachers used to save the homework assignment announcement until the very end of class, and then pass it out right as the bell was ringing to avoid complaints and the...

After reading the title you may be thinking, how much should I spend on tutoring or should I spend money on tutoring at all ? My answer to that question is twofold. Ever heard of the saying that there is often a difference between what you need and what...