In early September, the College Board announced changes to the adversity index. They did so before the new system was even used. The new system will be based on neighborhood...
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IEP and 504 Plans for Special Needs Students Children with special learning needs, including ADHD, often require a 504 Plan or an IEP Plan. These plans are intended to help...
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I’m not exaggerating. I believe your child is awesome. And talented. And, perhaps, feeling overwhelmed at the moment with challenges in & out of school. Or struggling with anxiety or...
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Experts say that college admissions decisions aren't based on test scores alone; other factors help schools round out a class. Considerations can include ensuring the appropriate number of out-of-state students,...
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Nov 2 SAT Test Prep Classes to prepare for the SAT on November 2nd get underway soon! In BrainStorm SAT Test Prep, students learn content, study skills, time management, and...
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We live in an age of unprecedented access to information. This means educators have to compete with a wide range of media for the real estate inside their students’ minds....
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Application season is upon us, my Brainiac friends! And with it: a host of misgivings, misinformation, and misfires on the part of well-intentioned parents. Let’s put some of those concerns...
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September 12 is Orange Thursday Start your son or daughter off strong this school year and take advantage of this special sale! New Clients will receive 30% off their first...
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September 12 is Orange Thursday Start your son or daughter off strong this school year and take advantage of this special sale! New Clients will receive 30% off their first...
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"Students react differently to exams. Some may be confident, being inherently intelligent and mentally adaptive, while they make others cringe in fear. And these latter’s apprehensions work around their self-worth."...
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