By Joi Donaldson As you may have heard, we millennials have ruined everything. You, the person sitting in the Gen Z driving seat, are careening towards a world already on fire. But fret not: here are a few tips to navigate the holes we’re trying so desperately to fill on this side of adulthood. Your […]
You’re in class, following along, taking notes, and then the teacher says something you don’t understand. All around you, your classmates are nodding their heads confidently. They all seem to be comprehending just fine. What should you do? First, know that if you’re confused, then there are at least 4 or 5 other kids who […]
June 4, 2019 I used to joke about being the “Marlon Perkins of test prep.” To better understand the experience of taking standardized tests, I “go into the field,” sit with a room of teens, and take official ACTs and SATs. This keeps me familiar with the energy — and the stress — often found […]
The University of Michigan and the University of Wisconsin are two big schools with big school spirit. Not only do both stand out as two of the very most popular public institutions in the U.S., both Michigan and Wisconsin consistently rank among the top public research universities in the country. They are located in two […]
“Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain!” – The Wizard of Oz As soon as their phones began buzzing with push notifications, my friends started forwarding me stories about the “new” SAT adversity score. What is the College Board doing? What does this score mean? Why is it secret? Within hours of the […]
While I’ve tutored the ACT for six years, my April 13 ACT gave me a whole new appreciation for what my students go through. It was a humbling reminder of how daunting these tests can be. The test doesn’t impact any of my upcoming life decisions. I’ve already gone to college. I spent three years […]
It’s been a wild ride in the world of colleges this past year. Rich and powerful players have been laid low. Celebrated institutions have been in the spotlight. Those denied the chance they sought to move to the next level have wondered whether the entire system is rigged. We are talking, of course, about the […]
Thinking of taking AP US Government – or AP NSL, as it’s known to MoCo students? Or are you already deep in the course and looking ahead to the AP exam? Either way, you probably have heard about the recent course redesign, and here’s what you need to know. Unlike the recent redesign of APUSH […]
Happy sophomore spring! You may be (understandably!) preoccupied with whether this is the year you’re going to make varsity lacrosse or whether your wardrobe is summer ready, but should you already be preoccupied with SAT or ACT prep? I’ve been speaking lately with plenty of students and parents about getting an early start preparing for […]
Oh, those pesky core curriculum requirements. They do ensure students get a broad education spanning the arts and humanities, STEM and the social sciences. But they also can get in the way of specialized pursuits, not to mention personal preference. If you imagine needing a more flexible undergrad education, you should take a look at […]