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Have you asked yourself whether your child would benefit from a private SHSAT tutor, or if a class might better suit his or her needs? Have you questioned how much time your family should commit to the SHSAT test prep process? Are you concerned about how your child will fit tutoring into a tight schedule that is filled with numerous school and family commitments as well as after-school activities?
Read MoreFor any students in NYC who are thinking of attending a specialized high school, the SHSAT is the key to getting accepted. Because the SHSAT is the only entry criterion that specialized high schools use to accept new students, it is important for students who take the test to achieve a high score.
Read MoreIf a student is thinking of attending one of the specialized high schools in New York City, he or she will have to excel on the SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test). This test determines which students are eligible to attend the Specialized High Schools in NYC, which include:
Read MoreIf students want to attend of the specialized high schools in New York City, they must achieve top scores on the SHSAT. This exam covers plenty of different topics, and competition for high school seats can be fierce, so test-takers should take care to prepare carefully before the exam.
Read MoreAny student who plants to attend a specialized high school in NYC has to rock the Specialized High School exam (SHSAT). These ten tips will help test-takers get ready for top scores!
Read MoreStuyvesant High School (commonly known as “Stuy”), is one of the best high schools in New York City and consistently ranks in the top hundred high schools for New York State. Stuy is one of the specialized high schools in NYC, but students don't need to show a portfolio of work or do any interviews. In fact, the only way to be accepted is to ace the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) in the fall for entry the following year.
Read MoreAre you wondering how to study for the SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test), so you can have a better chance of attending one of NYC’s specialized high schools?
If so, the best way to get started on preparing for this challenging test is to download a copy of the Student Handbook for the Specialized High Schools published by the New York City Department of Education (DOE).
Read MoreIf you were admitted to both Hunter College High School and Stuyvesant High School, which one would you choose to attend? Read on to find out how the schools differ and which one might be best for you.
Read MoreThe Specialized High School Test covers two main topics: mathematics and verbal skills/reading comprehension.
Read MorePrivate tutoring in NYC has become increasingly popular. Anyone from a kindergartener struggling with math to a high school senior stuck on a Common App essay can find a suitable NYC tutor who will know exactly how to help. As a parent, you will ultimately decide whether or not to hire a tutor to work with your child, so here are some reasons why you may want to consider tutoring.
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