February is the final date of the AMC, but it is also time to start your prep for SAT Subject Tests and AP’s. Examine your test prep strategy. How will your hard work pay off, not only at test time, but also later in life? How will...
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How to Be a Bright(er) Student: Be Your Own Pilot
Spring is the busiest time of the year for most high school students. In addition to finals (be it AP, IB or otherwise), some of the most important standardized tests dates fall into the months of April, May and June. Any student can navigate this busy time with the...
The Pros And Cons Of Discipline
Yes, one can always take anything too far. But if I had to guess, I'd say that the current average levels of discipline, structure, and expectation are below-optimal. (I base this on the relative maturity and accomplishment of those students of mine for whose...
Sleep More, Dangit!
Wired Magazine points out what we already know, even if we don't always act accordingly: we don't sleep enough. And it isn't just students, though as I've mentioned, they get hit especially hard. Here's the article.
Tutoring: In-Person vs. Offshore
As the offshore tutoring industry continues to gear up and get huge, I've been coming around to the idea that different people have different needs, and it's good for everyone when many solutions are available for a problem. It's just like having McDonald's around the...