A report from Albany Times Union: Anthony-James Green, a renowned New York City SAT tutor, is encouraging parents and students to focus far more on their test prep and less on their grades if they want to improve their chances of college admission. While grades are a more important part of the overall college admissions [...]

A report from Madison.com: Are you considering pursuing a college degree but aren’t quite sure if you’re ready? Herzing University announced it’s offering a free college preparation course that’s available both online and at its campuses across the nation, including Madison. The program is being pitched by Herzing as an effort to “lend a hand [...]

A report from WBRC: For many students in today’s economy, considering enrollment in college can be an intimidating choice. They may be concerned about the cost, balancing family and work, or perhaps not even know whcih degree to pursue. To help students overcome some of these obstacles, Herzing University – Birmingham is offering a free [...]

A report from Palm Beach Post: TIMBER TRACE ELEMENTARY Volunteer reading tutors are needed for the Power to Read Program. The commitment is one hour per week, and no experience is necessary. Training dates are 8:15 a.m. Tuesday and 5 p.m. Wednesday. Call (561) 366-6226 or email joan.collette@palmbeachschools.org for information. JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE A [...]

A report from The Valley Chronicle: San Jacinto Valley Academy may have a high school of only 110 students, but the sole counselor at the school, Kim Romeril, wants to ensure that 100 percent of those students are college bound. Romeril says the primary goal for the charter school of about 740 students is creating [...]

A report from Rochester City Newspaper: The University of Rochester has opened an office in East High School to provide low-income city school students with the support and information needed to get into college. Many local organizations and colleges provide city school students with college preparation support, but the UR-East High College partnership is the [...]

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A report from Suburban News: CRANFORD – The start of school is less than a month away and now is a great time to start preparing for the upcoming school year. For high school juniors and seniors, taking the SAT exam should soon be on their mind. The Union County College Kids and Teens program [...]

A report from Pacific Daily News: PROJECT AIM SUMMER SUCCESS PROGRAM •The Project AIM summer success program offers college-placement test preparation for recent high school graduates and prospective college students. The course offers reviews for math and English, college survival skill workshops and a cultural field trip and video competition. •To find out more about [...]

A report from Fairport-E.Rochester Post: College can be hard, but sometimes, preparing for it can be even harder. “It’s become more high-stakes,” said John Baynes, an English teacher at Fairport High School. He explained that as the cost of college increases, it’s worth the extra time to find a school that’s a “good fit.” For [...]