Navigating the road to higher education feels much like a race — every step, every decision, matters. Among these, the ACT stands as a prime milestone. More than just a standardized test, the ACT serves as a gateway, influencing not just college admissions but also decisions on scholarships, loans, and other financial aid. But it’s […]
Is the LSAT standing between you and your dream college like a huge medieval castle wall? Standardized tests, while they are fantastic for shaping futures, often carry overwhelming challenges with them. The LSAT stands out among them, well-known for its thorough examination of logical reasoning, analytical thinking, and writing capabilities. This castle wall is huge, […]
For many students, the math section of the ACT is a formidable foe. It demands swift and precise solutions in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics. Nail this section, and you’re not only signaling to colleges your readiness for advanced math courses but also setting the stage for potential STEM careers. Yet, achieving excellence in the […]
Standardized tests like the SAT are difficult to navigate. Especially if you’re alone. With the pressure to perform well coupled with the challenge of locating the right resources and strategies bearing down on you, preparation feels overwhelming. So, what do you do? Get personalized SAT tutoring — one that fits your unique learning style. We’ve […]
This blog, also hosted on Substack, is where I share what I’ve been discussing, writing, and reading in the realms of academic and cognitive development for gifted high schoolers in specific, and education in general. My tutoring and coaching practice is centered around the idea that gifted students usually get the short end of the […]
…and how some ambitious students can reap huge benefits There have been some major shifts in the college admissions landscape over the last few years. These shifts have changed the value of the AMC for certain students, and they have also changed how a student should prepare. Brief recap: what’s the AMC? It’s an annual […]
If you’re heading to college, you’re almost certainly going to take the ACT or SAT at least once. I’d like to set the record straight on a few things so that we can all minimize unproductive time and effort, especially in light of the fact that most students take these tests during school years that […]
They say that the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, but today would be the second best. That’s how I feel about writing about the American Math Competition (AMC): I wish I had spent more time writing about it in the past, but I’ll do the next best thing and write […]
Short answer: Because the way I do it, the students gain skills they’ll actually use throughout their adult lives. My buddy Tutor Amie and I were discussing this recently: Check out the clip. If you didn’t know, I host a podcast with Amie Dorsey called “Wes and Amie’s Excellent Conversation” (on YouTube). In this episode, […]
Pretty much everyone I talk to these days has a higher-than-usual level of difficulty and frustration, but we’re all working hard to keep that stuff from leaking into our conversations unwittingly. I really appreciate that emotional effort. I’m also grateful that being on the receiving end of that effort helps me do my part on […]