A milestone in many high school students’ journeys is taking the SAT or ACT. These exams are typically taken during their junior year of high school or even the beginning of senior year. Since both exams are approximately three hours long, students want to ensure they are fully prepared so they can feel confident that …
A critical component of the college application process has always been SAT or ACT scores. Students often begin preparing in their sophomore or junior year of high school, as each exam is only administered seven times per year, and they want to submit their best scores. But when it comes down to which exam to …
As large in-person gatherings have come to a halt in the midst of COVID-19, SAT and ACT exams have also been put on pause. That means that many high school students who were scheduled to take these tests prior to applying to college have been caught in limbo. As a result of this and other …
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Like many businesses, Crafting Scholars was forced to shut down its in-person services due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, we were able to launch some new online classes to support students in keeping up with grade-level skills. Now, as North Carolina begins to loosen restrictions on businesses, we are once again able to open up …
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The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our lives in countless ways as we strive to stay as safe and healthy as possible. Schools have shifted to distance learning, and many activities and events have been postponed or canceled; this includes the SAT and ACT exams. High school students are caught in limbo wondering when and if …
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The SATs are only administered a few times per year, which means you need to be prepared. You’ll want to take the exam at least once before submitting your college applications so the schools have your scores. This can require some careful planning and coordination on your part to make sure you’re registered and take …
For students preparing for college, taking the SATs is a key step. Many colleges require SAT scores as part of the admissions process, and even if they don’t, students often still have the option to include them as another deciding factor. However, the 3- to 4-hour long exam can seem daunting to students, especially if …
Taking the SATs is one of the culminating activities of the high school experience. Seniors use these scores as part of their application packages in addition to grades, extracurriculars, accomplishments, and essays. The test can seem rather intimidating due to the wide range of topics it covers and the three- to four-hour time allowance. Many …
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The tutoring process may seem straightforward—yet there are some secrets of successful tutoring that might catch you by surprise. Don’t believe us? Here’s a quick list—some things every student (and parent) should understand about the tutoring process. Your tutor doesn’t expect you to make straight A’s. For starters, you may assume that the whole point …
