by Cindy | Apr 2, 2019 | Blog, College Preparation, Educational Achievement, Reading Comprehension, reading skills, Test Taking, testing
These last few weeks, my frustration with our schools has worsened. As always, I’m deeply concerned about our broken educational system. But I recently heard from several parents that a prominent, well-respected high school in Oakland County is ditching textbooks. I...
by Cindy | Mar 26, 2019 | Blog, College Preparation, Educational Achievement, Reading Comprehension, reading skills, Test Taking, testing
You know that your child’s reading skills are not on par with other students. You have been looking for a reading professional who can finally help her become independent in school, sans tutors or your help. Do any of these statements sound like you? ”I’m exhausted...
by Cindy | Dec 18, 2018 | Blog, College Preparation, Educational Achievement, Personal Growth, Reading Comprehension, reading skills, Test Taking, testing
This past week I told a 12th grade 4.0 student that we would soon be applying our reading skills to her Advanced Placement book. Her response was the typical. “We don’t use that book in class and I already have a 4.0.” So, I retorted, “Let me get this straight. Your...
by Cindy | Aug 15, 2018 | ACT, Blog, College Preparation, Educational Achievement, good grades, Reading Aptitude, Reading Comprehension, reading skills, SAT, standardized testing, study methods, Test Taking, testing
I want to get top grades and test scores and be better prepared for college boards and college life. Which type of college preparation professional is right for me? Every student is different and there are many choices for boosting academic skills. There are also many...
by Cindy | Jul 27, 2018 | Blog, good grades, Reading Strategies, testing
Good grades dominate as the primary success measurement in school. The unfortunate aspect of this grade-driven format is that grades are not rewarded with the same guidelines across the board. Grades come in all shapes and forms, meaning that each grade is weighted...
by Cindy | Jul 25, 2018 | ACT, Blog, reading skills, Reading Strategies, SAT, standardized testing, Test Taking, testing
Many parents and students alike share the belief that there are “tricks” to standardized test taking and they search for those programs that specialize in helping students who are challenged by multiple-choice tests. These companies that market to increase scores are...
