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Reading ListSummer

8 Great Books To Get Your Teen Interested In Reading This Summer

For every teen who's under the impression that reading during the summer isn't really their thing, there are dozens of books out there - from newer graphic novels to 500 page classics - ready to change their mind.
Gifted & TalentedSummer

Understanding Academic Summer Programs For High-Achieving Students

Many parents are curious to know which academic summer programs are the most successful. Success, however, will depend on the student: Academic programs can be effective - or not - depending on whether they are the right fit for a specific student.
Gifted & TalentedSummer

How To Find Great Summer Activities For Your Gifted Child

Even though summer camps often state that they have programs for high-ability or gifted children, their offerings may not meet your child’s interests or needs. Without the right combination of interest and […]
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College EssaysTestimonialsUndergraduate Admissions

"Jay Had An Exceptionally Good Process."

Noodle Pro Jay Dixit helped with a student’s Common App essay. Jay helped my son with his Common App essay which was submitted to a range of schools from Ivy League to […]
AdmissionsCollege LifeSummer

How To Help Your College Applications The Summer Before Your Senior Year

This summer is your time to prepare for the application and interview process, during which you will likely be asked the age-old question, “How did you spend your summer?” *** The summer […]
10 Tips To Improve Your SHSAT Score
SHSATStandardized Tests & Test Prep

10 Tips To Improve Your SHSAT Score

Approximately 30,000 students take the SHSAT each year, hoping to gain admission to New York City's specialized high schools. While you prepare for the SHSAT, refer to these 10 tips to ensure you do your best come test day.
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GMATTestimonials

"Approachable, Collaborative, And Extremely Helpful."

Over the course of time working with Marty, I improved my score on the GMAT from the mid 600’s well into the 700+ range, which was fantastic. *** Noodle Pro Marty Cinke has […]
Standardized Tests & Test Prep

Is Test Prep Cheating?

Any tutor who has been in the business for more than a few years has probably been approached by at least one student with the same "brilliant" idea: take my test for me!
Summer

How To Prevent The Summer Slide

Whether you call it the “summer slide” or “brain drain,” there’s no question that summer vacation can cause students to lose the skills they learned during the school year. Students lose about […]
Standardized Tests & Test Prep

4 Tips To Alleviate Your Child's Test Anxiety

These four simple steps can go a long way towards easing your child’s anxiety on test day. Just don’t forget to remind them: all that matters is that they do their best! […]
AdmissionsPrivate & Independent School Admissions

How To Help Your Child With Their Private School Admissions Essay

It is extremely difficult to disguise adult involvement in an essay that is supposed to be written by a child applying to middle school or high school. *** If your child is […]
Standardized Tests & Test Prep

One Thing To Know About Sharing Your Test Score

Sharing your SAT and ACT scores with your classmates is a “no-no.” Test scores should be kept relatively private, shared only between a student and their parents, guidance counselor, potential colleges, and […]