Very rarely are there issues when our homeschool students are guests of a school system when taking standardized tests. If a school agrees to host your child, normally things proceed smoothly. However, there have been rare instances of test day problems. From the school turning off air conditioning on a sweltering summer day, to a [read more] …
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And What Did You Do Last Summer?
This query usually surprises students when it appears during a college interview or on a college application. While it appears to be a fairly trivial inquiry, it is a loaded question. You see, how we spend our time when we have the freedom to make a choice provides great insight. Your answer speaks volumes about [read more] …
Preparing for the SAT I
It is my pleasure this week to feature a guest blogger, Dr. James Stobaugh, founder of For Such A Time As This Ministries. Since he has been a SAT Coach for 35 years, I felt his insight into this important test would be helpful to you. PREPARING FOR THE SAT I Dr. James Stobaugh Maturation [read more] …
Summer Plans Impact College Admissions
Did you know that how your child chooses to spend his summer will impact college admissions? Whoa there! Don’t go out searching for all the latest and greatest summer camps and conferences with which to pack your child’s schedule. That’s not what I’m talking about at all. However, it is critical that your high schooler [read more] …
The Secret to Performing Well on Standardized Tests
Standardized tests are a fact of life for students heading to good colleges and are a critical component in the college application. They are especially important for those who choose to homeschool high school. The real key is to understand what tests your student needs, which ones showcase their skills the best, and how [read more] …