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FSU Released their Final Freshmen Decisions

Last Updated by Judi Robinovitz on March 23, 2015

 

Florida State released their final freshman decisions last Wednesday after the close of school. Director of Admissions Janice Finney explained that the school deferred more students in December than in the past, so more students received final decisions. Of those deferred in December, students who did not provide mid-year grades were not reconsidered.

This year’s accepted freshman profile...

Topics: Test Scores, Test-Prep, Private-School

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Three Tips on Approaching the Florida EOCs

Last Updated by Judi Robinovitz on December 8, 2014

Comprehensive exams are a daunting undertaking for any student. With with the fact that End-of-Course (EOC) scores make up 30% of students’ final course grades, you have a recipe guaranteed to make even the best students feel anxious. However, it doesn't have to be stressful. Here are some tips for effectively preparing – without having to tear your hair out.

Topics: Test-Prep, Private-School

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Read On Suncoast High School Students' Success

Last Updated by Judi Robinovitz on April 24, 2014

Through its Suncoast Foundation, Suncoast High School in Riviera Beach, Florida, tapped Score At The Top to provide an eight-week, 24-hour SAT prep course to 150 of its students. The students took two simulated exams as part of the course of preparation. Suncoast compared the results of the first simulated exam with students’ results from Palm Beach County’s February 26 SAT test administration.

Topics: Test-Prep, Tutoring, Private-School, SAT

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Topics: Test-Prep, Tutoring, Private-School, SAT

Strategies for Stress Management During Midterms

Last Updated by Judi Robinovitz on February 19, 2014

Days or weeks of constantly studying for midterms, being slammed down by pressure to excel, cause a great deal of mental and physical strain. Take a break and make an effort to reduce your stress, and you'll find you not only live a happier and healthier student life, but you'll also probably find it in yourself to get centered and do better on your exams as a result.

Topics: Test-Prep, Private-School

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Topics: Test-Prep, Private-School