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Spotlight on the STAR Assessment

A New Addition to Private School Applications When applying to private middle and high schools in the Bay Area, students and their families have a lot to do: most schools require transcripts, letters of recommendation, interviews, essays, and tests. While tests like the HSPT, ISEE, and SSAT ...

 

Why Grades Matter at the Beginning of the School Year

Welcome back to school While school is only a month in, the grades and feedback that your students are receiving is crucial! It’s never too late or too early to course correct, and this feedback is a valuable tool. It can show us if there are early warning signs of gaps in foundational skills, ...

 

Summer Reading Lists and the Power of Libraries

Introduction As a child, I can remember walking into the library for the first time. The smell of the books, the gurgle of the water feature, the hushed voices of the librarians all had a profound impact on me. I had demonstrated enough responsibility to be entrusted with a library card and could ...

 

Online Tutoring Trends: AI, Hybrid Models, and Data Analytics in Online Tutoring—Now and in the Future

Introduction Education is constantly evolving. Keeping abreast of the latest online tutoring trends is crucial for educators, students, and parents alike. As we step into 2024, the integration of advanced technologies in online tutoring is not just reshaping learning experiences but also setting ...

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